Now that all of the community prizes have been unlocked, now seems like the perfect time to take a look back and see just where the inspiration for all of these items came from.

First Church of Lard Lad

In the season 23 episode “Holidays of Future Passed”, we take a look into the future for the fourth time in the history of the series. The First Church of Lard Lad is just one of the many buildings showcased in this episode, but it is the only to be introduced into the game. In the episode itself, the building serves no other purpose than to establish the fact that the future is different, and that this once humble donut shop has now become something of a cult.

Howard’s Flowers was one of the buildings introduced during the Valentine’s Day update, but it wasn’t a skyscraper. I guess in the future the horticulture business is very profitable. Given the dystopian atmosphere of the city, I can see why. Don’t you think the future could use a bit more greenery?



Frog Prince

When this episode aired there were only four Harry Potter books published. The year was 2001, and this disgusting character was taken from the twelfth Treehouse of Horror special, from a story titled “Wiz Kids”.

Bart had tried to use his magic to turn a frog into a prince, but due to his lack of studying this suicidal monstrosity was created. He’s kind of gross.

King Homer’s Skyscraper

In this parody of the 1933 film King Kong, Homer tries to ascend a skyscraper after kidnapping Marge, but finds it to be all too taxing and falls to ground before even making it to the fifth floor.

The spitfires circling the building eventually grow impatient waiting for the beast to make it to the top and just head back to base to refuel.

The “King Homer” story appeared during the third Treehouse of Horror special. Also taken from that special: the House of Evil, the Talking Krusty Doll, and all of the zombies.

Conclusion

So there you have it, a look back at where all of the community prizes originated. If you’re curious about the origin of other Halloween themed content, check out this handy chart. Perhaps some of the other Treehouse of Horror specials will get their turn in the limelight next year.