UsukiCon: A Guide to Neopia's Largest Convention

Tip #1: Get in the spirit!

Don’t forget to throw on your UsukiCon shopkeeper avatar and bring along some of your favorite usuki dolls and sets… either new ones or classics. I say you can never go wrong with a Fun in the Sun Usuki or Magical Hair Usuki doll, and I am most definitely bringing along my Usuki Tea Set in case of an impromptu Usuki tea party (you never know what’ll happen at UsukiCon)! You can even find some of these classics in Neopians’ shop for bargains. If you really want to look hip and fit in with the locals, I recommend shelling out for some Y16 goodies! The Usukicon Y16 Goodie Bag and Usukicon Y16 Bobble Head will be great conversation starters for any true Usuki fan. Whatever you do, just make sure you get in the spirit of Usukis and you will be sure to welcome all the excitement and chaos with open arms!

Tip #2: Suit up!

Did you really go to UsukiCon if you didn’t wear a costume? That is the eternal question… But seriously, making or buying a costume is all part of the experience! You mind feel a little silly dressing up, but I promise that when you arrive you’ll feel even sillier if you’re not wearing your favorite usuki gear (and dressing your pets up too)! Your pets don’t have to be usuls to look the part, either. Thrown your chomby in a Usukiland Collectors Dress or your grundo in a Prissy Miss Usuki Collector Dress! Anything goes! And hey – if you’re feeling particularly *sparkly* (and who isn’t? This is UsukiCon!), be sure to grab, and go as crazy as you want with, some Sparkling Usuki Eye Shadow. Additionally, I would recommend you bring a small bottle of Usukicon Y12 Hand Sanitizer… with so many Neopians in one place, you want to be careful about germs and staying healthy.

Tip #3: Bring snacks!

I don’t know about you, but running around screaming about Usukis for hours on end sure does work up my appetite. There will definitely be some interesting food trucks and stands at the convention, but if you’re hoping to save some neopoints, you may as well pack some snacks from your neohome! The best part is that you can bring Usuki-themed snacks and be a huge hit with all of your neofriends. Why not bake some Usuki Baby Cupcakes or Cherry Usuki Pastries? You’ll need the sugar for fuel! If you’re feeling a little healthier and want something more hearty, bring some Usuki Head Stew (it’s not what it sounds like, I promise!). But I also suggest you treat yourself to one or two special Usuki Snacks. Every year, shop owners from all over Neopia congregate at UsukiCon to sell some of their freshest goods! This year, there’s even some talk of the Faerie Foods earth faerie bringing along some of her fine faerie delights along with her! Now you don’t have to travel all the way to Faerieland to get a Flaming Fire Faerie Pizza. Whatever you do, make sure to stay hydrated and don’t go hungry!

Tip #4: Avoid screaming teens!

This just might be the most important tip… If you’re ever been to a M*YNCI concert, then you know the sound of thousands of teenage girls screaming all once, and to put it nicely, it’s ear-piercing. Never fear! I am well-practiced in avoiding this type of crowd. If you suddenly see masses of pink gathering together around you, REMOVE YOURSELF… before it is too late! Additionally, stay away from the larger giveaway events and popular teen idols, and you should do just fine. By all means, though, if you want to join in, go ahead! Everyone should feel free to let out their inner child at UsukiCon!

Tip #5: Look out for fun new collector’s items!

Every year, many exciting new collector’s items are released for UsukiCon. These are extremely rare collectables that retire soon after the event, so I recommend you keep an eye out! A good place to look would be the gift shop. But beware – even foes of the Usuki lovers seek to buy these out and sell them at a marked up price. You may want to wait until a little after the convention to look around for your collectables once the fuss has died down. It is up to you, though! If you want to keep your eyes glued to the Gift Shop shopkeeper until that little Shoyru pulls out some new UsukiCon items to stock, it just may be worth your time and effort – especially for the very biggest fans and collectors. I know that I am always on the lookout to expand my Usuki collection, and even look to buy items from past UsukiCons to prove my neofriends just how much I adore these precious dolls!

Tip #6: Finally, come back next year!

Because I just KNOW that you’ll love UsukiCon as much as I do, please come back next year and celebrate again! In my opinion, it is by far one of the most exciting and eventful days of the entire year. If you follow my advice and make sure to prepare and get into the spirit of the Usuki, you will surely get the most out of this crazy day that you possibly can. If you want to look for me to say hi, I’ll be the one dressed as an Astrophysics Professor Usuki – because why not?! Just remember to have fun, be yourself, and… the more Usuki, the better!!!