Story
Chapter 4: A Grey Matter
Dr. Landelbrot completes his work on a new void dampener for Juni and an updated version for Nyx. The Library Faerie uncovers a dusty tome that may hold some answers while word travels that more lands are being targeted.
Baelia
Nyx!
Tavi
Juni!
Luxinia
Glad to see you are both well!
Queen Fyora
We have no time for pleasantries. Kiko Lake and all its inhabitants have been attacked. Its colour drained…
King Altador
It is as we feared… Clearly, this threat looms over more than just a handful of lands. No, this is an act of war on all of Neopia.
Queen Fyora
Based on their trajectory, we believe they are heading towards Neopia Central.
Nyx
Neopia Central!
Juni
Yip?
Queen Fyora
Many of the Defenders of Neopia are now grey, and the rest are battling the shades in Meridel and Brightvale. Baelia, we need your help, you may be the only one who can stop this grey.
Baelia
I… I…
Tavi
Don’t worry B, I’ll be right beside you!
Luxinia
And she will have my support, my queen.
Queen Fyora
Nyx, Juni? What of you?
Nyx
I’m here to find my brother. Whatever it takes.
Juni
Yip!
Queen Fyora
I see… And where did you last see him?
Nyx
We had a small hovel in Neopia Central, across the way from Uni’s clothing. His name is Ozzy. He’s small, shy, and always scared. Adorable actually… I have to get back to him as soon as possible. He hasn’t heard from me in weeks… He must be worried sick.
Queen Fyora
We will find him, but for now, we must concentrate on the safety of Neopia. Your experience with the void could prove invaluable. Help us defend the people of Neopia Central first, including your brother, and you have my word that we will help you find him once the dust settles.
Nyx
….Deal.
Tavi
Guess that makes us a team, eh?
Juni
Yip yip!
Queen Fyora
Excellent. Our Walein friend here will take you to Neopia Central. Due to an accident at the lab ray, he’s grown enormous. Not what we were intending, but useful nonetheless. Please, leave at once.
Walein
OoooOoOoOooooOoooOooo
Tavi
Somehow, enormous still seems like an understatement!
Luxinia
Walein! So wonderful to see you again.
Baelia
And he’s, um… safe to ride?
Luxinia
You’ve nothing to fear! Despite his size, Walein here is a huge softie.
Nyx
Let’s get moving. If Neopia Central is next, we need to get there as soon as we can.
Take heed Neopians, the Clash Over Kiko Lake has begun. Join fellow reservists on the front lines, or donate your time at the Neopian Hospital volunteer effort!