Rare Founder To Lick 25-Year-Old Chocolate BAFTA Following Banjo-Kazooie Poll Win

The founder of Rare Entertainment Tim Stamper now finds himself in a sticky situation after Banjo-Kazooie’s big win against Link and Zelda to be named the best gaming duo by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, resulting in the executive being forced to lick a 25-year-old chocolate BAFTA statue.

Stamper made a bold statement earlier this week on Twitter, vowing to lick the statue if Banjo-Kazooie beat out the beloved characters from The Legend of Zelda in a poll to determine the “best gaming duo.” After more than 6,500 votes, Banjo-Kazooie finally took the win, raking in just over 53 percent of the votes, leaving Stamper to follow through on his promise.

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“The Legend of Zelda vs. Banjo-Kazooie,” BAFTA said on Twitter. “It's the greatest battle that has ever taken place. The might of Banjo and Kazooie against the legends of Link and Zelda. There can only be one, but which duo will rise above all?” Stamper responded that “if Banjo-Kazooie wins, Grant Kirkhope and I will lick this 25-year-old chocolate BAFTA.”

Fans were quick to remind Stamper of his promise, eagerly waiting for him to complete the challenge. Stamper has on the other hand yet to acknowledge either Banjo-Kazooie's momentous win or the challenge that he set for himself. Whether the executive will actually follow through on his promise remains to be seen, but Stamper's pledge to lick the trophy was undoubtedly a bold move and one that he may now come to regret.

Banjo-Kazooie has been a fan favorite ever since the duo first debuted back in 1998, the video Game series spanning several installments and acquiring a loyal following. The Legend of Zelda has of course been a staple in the gaming community since 1986, with countless successful titles and an equally devoted fan base.

The poll was a lighthearted way to celebrate the best gaming duos, but it seems to have taken on a life of its own with Stamper's pledge to lick the BAFTA statue. While it remains to be seen whether the executive will ever follow through on his pledge, fans of Banjo-Kazooie are clearly delighted with the duo's win and eagerly awaiting Stamper's response.

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