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One Last Chance

"I will not run from a prophecy!" he snarled hoarsely...

by precious_katuch14
Defenders Origins - Judge Hog

The muscular Moehog stared at the blue lantern in the center of the room as it gently flickered.

by herdygerdy
It Takes a Hero

On a quiet, ordinary summer's day, a white Usul sat crossed-legged at the library's circulation desk...

by parody_ham
The Resistance

"This is a drill. Please go to the nearest supervised classroom immediately," the pre-recorded voice on the PA system suddenly blared obnoxiously.

by dogz_rock_98
Jeran: Guardian of Meridell

"I've never really babysat before," Jeran admitted, looking at the small child.

by vanessa1357924680
Better Men

The first thing the Darkest Faerie ever did for King Altador was save his life.

by tamora_pierce62
Agent of Resistance

"You'll be recruiting me for this job? I'll do it," the Scout answered unhesitatingly.

by yin_yin_7
Role Model

"We're not perfect. Call us heroes and role models if you want, but at the end of it all, we're just people."

by blueys45
The Pursuit of Greatness

Night patrol. It was the time when all the bustle and lustre of Brightvale was lost to a cloak of darkness and an eerie silence that seemed to hum with possible threats.

by dhullu
Marked

Even villains can be heroic... when the situation calls for it.

by stararan
The Protagonist

Nothing. "Curses!" he wailed to no one in particular. It should have been here! He had placed it here! What would be the fate of Neopia now?

by rielcz
Hero Hot Dog

In the beginning, he was just an ordinary hot dog, destined to be lathered in ketchup, mustard and relish, and greedily eaten by a hungry Neopet.

by marzipan
A Light Among Us

The mote was barely strong enough to brighten the rest of his bag containing all his other mote creations.

"Another failure," he sighed under his breath.

by nocturnal_ned

Sophie's Apprentice

You gotta know one thing: I don't give quests.

by madame_pretentious97
Tsewil and the Hero's Path

Rambling along the country lane that traversed his farm, Tsewil the Asparagus Chia shielded his eyes as he scanned the fields.

by peirigill
 
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Team HERO!



They all have dedicated fan clubs, are prominently featured on stamps, coins, and wearables, and just exude confidence and sinister charm. With all that going for them, why in Neopia would anyone pick the path of the Hero over that of the Villain? Well... fear not: below are the top six reasons why you should in fact resist temptation, fancy Neocash outfits, and the Meepits' evil stares in order to follow the path of the Hero!



Other Stories


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Kiko Lake: A Cultural Guide
Kiko Lake is a community of (guess what?) Kikos living happily together...

by mazaii_3

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Making Your Choice: Team Villain or Team HERO!
The top six reasons why you should in fact resist temptation, fancy Neocash outfits, and the Meepits' evil stares in order to follow the path of the Hero!

by shadow717

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Saving the National Neopian Bank: Part Five
"Skyfire, scum, and you better remember it if you don't want to be on the receiving end of my blaster," she said.

by rider_galbatorix

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Hannah, Brynn, and Nabile and We Hate Hanso Club 2: Part Two
Nabile and Brynn looked around with wide eyes, taking in everything. Hannah watched them with a grin...

by kristykimmy

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Repeat Offense
Here to try for the avatar?

by eychelles

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Odd Logic- Another Way To Enjoy Tea
Any one else notice the empty cup is never left?

by catt315



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