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Top 10 Best & Worst Christmas Gifts For Your Neopet


by liesl_1997_11

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With the festive season hot on our heels, it's time to jingle some bells, deck the halls, and do some all-important Christmas shopping. To help you make the right financial decisions this year, we've compiled a list of the best and worst gifts available on the market.

     It should be noted that we are in no way affiliated with any of the stores or companies which supply or produce the items mentioned hereafter. We conduct hours of research to determine what exactly appears on this list, despite what the rumours would have you believe.

     Happy shopping!

     THE WORST

     #1 - Halloween Gift Card

     Spooky design aside, nothing says "I know nothing of your hobbies and interests' quite like a gift card for a store nobody likes. Your Neopet will secretly wish you'd given them the pure Neopoints instead, you know, seeing as they'd actually be able to spend them without restriction. Seriously - don't give anyone one of these.

     2 - Blue Gnorbu Wool Jumper

     I know it's cold outside but that doesn't mean your Neopet should suffer the consequences of your poor taste in fashion. These jumpers are incredibly itchy, unflattering, and they're supposedly not even manufactured using real Gnorbu wool! If you really want to buy your Neopet some new clothes this holiday season, there are far more stylish and sustainable options out there. We promise.

     3 - Pebble

     Some would call it a piece of minimalist decor, we would call it a totally boring and uninspiring gift. The only reason we've ranked it 3rd is because everyone has one for some reason, and so if your Neopet is eager to follow trends, we guess it's not the worst gift out there? Please note that the Pebble must not be confused with a Rock, which is a Petpet. They are two very different things...

     4 - Bonfire Play Set

     This ‘toy' seems innocent enough until your Neopet is left to play with it unsupervised. We suppose it could be a useful tool to teach survival skills, if those survival skills entail escaping from your burning NeoHome. One unfortunate soul who made the mistake of buying the Bonfire Play Set had this to say: "Thanks to this toy, my Fire Draik and I are now in search of a new Neohome. It is absolutely the manufacturer's fault that this has happened."

     5 - A Petpet

     Petpets bring so much joy and laughter to our lives, but under no circumstances should they be given to your Neopet as a Christmas gift. They require a lot of care and attention - and your Neopet might not be ready for the responsibility! Remember: a Petpet is for life, not just for Christmas...

     Is your Neopet desperate to look after something? Why not consider a houseplant? Is your Neopet desperate to look after something with eyes? Perhaps they'd like a plushie instead.

     THE BEST

     1 - Grass

     The jewel in the crown of fantastic Christmas gifts. It works like magic - did you know that you can diffuse a frustrating or confusing situation simply by touching some Grass? Luckily the Garden Centre has it in no short supply! Add it to your Christmas shopping list today. Your Neopet will thank you for it. Perhaps you'll even see the benefit of touching some Grass from time to time too! Just look at these glowing reviews:

     "Before I bought Grass, I was almost always angry about things which didn't concern me. Grass has brought peace to my life. Thank you, Garden Centre!"

     "My Quiggle used to be so argumentative. Since we added Grass to our NeoGarden he's been the total opposite!"

     Speaking of the Garden Centre, it's a totally amazing place and you should definitely spend your NeoPoints there.

     2 - Banker Board Game

     Some would say that the best kind of gift is one which brings us all together and encourages us to use our brains. Designed to teach the value of money, this new board game is sure to be a hit with intelligent Neopets, and it certainly won't lead to catastrophic arguments. Bring smiles to everyone's faces and improve family bonds with the Banker Board Game!

     3 - The Royal Neopian Souvenir Set

     If your Neopet loves to be pampered, this set from the Royal Neopian is just the ticket. Even if your Pet has never stayed at a luxury hotel, the delicate scent of these products will surely transport them there. Plus the set comes with slippers! Everyone loves slippers! *

     *Please note that the products included in this set are sample-sized. Perfect for a Chia, not so perfect for a Grarrl. If you wish to purchase this for a larger species, you will need at least eight sets. We spoke to the Royal Neopian and that's what they told us, so it must be true.

     4 - Janitor Autobiography

     This eye-opening autobiography is set to be a festive bestseller, having already sold thousands of copies, and it'll change the way your Neopet views the Altador Cup forever. Jaws will drop and tea will be spilled. The Janitor's writing style is as engaging as it is thought-provoking. Even your least bookwormly Neopets will be desperate for a sequel. (Rumour has it a multi-million-NeoPoint, 3-part documentary based on this book is in the works, but you didn't hear that from us)!

     5 - Faerie Winged Headphones

     Are these headphones pricey? Yes. Do they offer unrivalled sound quality and style? Absolutely. They're the perfect gift for any Neopet who spends hours listening to music and podcasts; they can last for hours on a single charge. The only real downside is that they're extremely difficult to track down.

     We hope you found this article useful. You are welcome to purchase items from the WORST list, of course, but you should do so at your own peril. That being said, we know the struggle of trying to buy gifts for someone you don't like.

      If you buy anything from the BEST list and your Neopet doesn't like it, please keep it to yourself. Happy holidays!

     

 
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