Practically all activities and features on Whyville are free. There are a few optional features that may be activated with Pearls, which are purchased with real money.
We realize not all Whyvillians know and understand the rules
for chat in Whyville, so we've instituted the Chat License.
You can read all about it at: The Whyville Times.
You'll need to earn your Chat License
before you can chat. (You'll also earn 150 clams when you do!)