Neopian Times Editorial Database
The Neopian Times Editorial is a (usually) weekly column hosted by The Neopets Team that answers questions direct from Neopians. Unfortunately, these Q&A's are not easily searched on the Neopets site, so we've created our own searchable database. Convenient for looking up past answers!
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Did you cancel the festival of neggs? It's my favorite site event each year, so I'd love to have one even if it's a bit later than usual! ~digitally_cool
The Festival of Neggs has not been cancelled! One of Kari's oldest friends recently contacted the Negg Faerie asking for her help with an unusual negg conundrum, so she might need a tad more time than usual to prepare for the festival this year. However, Kari is determined to put on the event no matter what, even if she has to solve another mystery while hosting this year's Festival of Neggs... ~Aesop
From Neopian Times, Issue 980 (Modern) · Published April 7, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21594
Hi TNT! I was reading the editorial for issue 978, and was made aware of a lot of new disability-related wearables. I immediately hopped over to JellyNeo to check them out. I do not have a disability that requires special equipment, but I just wanted to thank you for releasing that line of wearables, and for putting so much thought into the descriptions - it's such a sweet gesture! And I especially love the Service Petpet Doglefox!! ~cadetbush I've seen a lot of grousing on the neoboards about the release of some of the items for the new mini event, and I wanted to just put in my two cents: THANK YOU. I have always dreamed of having a faerie Grundo, for literal years, but it always felt unachievable for me, especially after the price of the paint brush skyrocketed. This event has enabled me to get the one pet I really always wanted, so thank you, thank you!! ~nearnumberone I was I was thrilled to see a White Cane at the Pharmacy today! I love how the new Pharmacy items address the idea that less-than-well individuals should have access to certain medical accessories and items to help with recovery. Very cool! Thank you! ~peacelovebliss The pet day clothing sets have been incredible lately! So creative and fun! ~major_flirt8888 I really enjoyed reading the article Book Reviews & Recommendations: Neopian Times Edition, by panda_baby150. I found it very informative and interesting. Well done! ~spinellihoopla
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21593
Hey TNT! Thoughts on giving rare item prizes to UL/gallery spotlight winners? It makes me sad that we aren’t rewarded for the effort we put into our entries like other creative contests :(
Hi, This is being worked out right now and you should start seeing new prizes soon. ~Kikocat
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21592
Hello. Will Plumpy ever have a paintbrush color? Thank you, ~An Anonymous Neopian
Be careful what you wish for… ;) ~~Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21591
Hey TNT! I was wondering, are hand drawn anime/cartoon style self portraits allowed on neopets in your lookup or elsewhere? I know real photos are against the rules for obvious reasons, but what about cartoon versions of ourselves? Thanks for any insight! ~xx_lil_billy_rox_xx
Hi, If the drawing could easily be identifed as you, then no it would not be allowed, this is for our members safety and not something we can allow. ~~Kikocat
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21590
The description of Sword of Lameness reads, 'Lame your opponents with this mighty sword!' Rather insensitive and doesn't mesh well with Neo's current agenda to increase awareness of the differently-abled. Might wanna rewrite SoL's description, TNT. ~bori_bomber
Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention so we could change the item description. With a site as old and expansive as Neopets, we do still catch outdated terminology floating around. We want to encourage users to continue to notify us of any insensitive language they may notice so that we can continue to make Neopia a welcoming place for everyone! ~~Aesop
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21589
Hi, I am loving all of the newly-released accessibility items for customization, they're so cool! Any plans to make a "service animal" colour for Petpets? I think Kads and Gruslens would look so cute with a little "service Petpet" jacket or something, and it would fit with the accessibility wearables!! ~megalophobia
This is actually an idea we have been thinking about! We will def put this higher on the list now! ~~Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21588
In the past, users who have discussed their disabilities/medical conditions on the Neoboards and elsewhere have received warnings. Characters with permanent disabilites are not allowed in entries to the Neopian Times either. With the introduction of disability aids/medical related items on-site, have these policies changed? Please remove my username, thank you. ~Anonymous
Hi,Of course you can mention them (this is actually the same as it's always been) but we do ask that you stay away from giving a lot of in-depth medical details (same as with any health-related conditions). ~~Kikocat
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21587
Hey TNT! I have come with a question about the Grey Faerie, Baelia. What kind of faerie was she before becoming a grey faerie? ~cara_cara__18
That's a great question! Although Baelia doesn't like to speak about her past much, anonymous sources from Faerieland have claimed that she used to be a Light Faerie before losing her wings and powers... ~~Aesop
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21586
Hello. Can you please clear up your thoughts on vpns? A lot of people use them for their own internet security but I’ve heard of people being frozen for using them. Is this true? I like to use a vpn and usually just have it left on but now I’m worried about my neopets account because I’ve spent a lot of money and been here a long time and would be devastated to lose it if you thought the vpn was used for unsavoury reasons (it is not). It’s 2023 VPNs are so common and normal practice and I don’t want to have to switch if off every time I come on neo which is a lot lol. Can you clear this up a bit so I don’t have to worry? Please remove my username thanks. ~Anonymous
Hello, No, that is not true at all, you wouldn't get frozen for using a VPN and they are actually very good to use for your own safety if you are very active on the internet. So you have nothing to worry about when using one on Neopets. ~~Kikocat
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21585
Hello! HAPPY SPRING~ I have two questions. As I was wondering aimlessly around the site, I ended up on an office camera link so we can watch you at work. The last date is from May 2007. Will you let us watch you in the office again any time soon? This then led me to the discovery of the youtube "Nosy Neopians". Where can I find this cook book?! I love love love this idea! What is TNT's favorite recipes? Thank you for all that you do :D ~divinely_us
Happy Spring! Unfortunately, Neopets is now a fully remote company, so we no longer have the beloved Neocam. Putting cameras in people's home would be a little... strange. We hope that you've been loving the Nosy Neopians series so far! We're very excited for the cookbook, too. The cookbook will be available on June 13th, but in the meantime, you can preorder it here ! Some of our favourite recipes from the book include the Meridellian-Style Mashed Potatoes (Ivy's favourite) and the Chocolate Doughnutfruit (Willow's favourite)! ~~ Ivy & Willow
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21584
Skarl Collectable Charm - does this item exist? If so, please can you release some! I've never seen any :( It's so cute, and squidgy, I need it. Thank you! ~edmarblecake
We’ve talked with Skarl and he said that we may be seeing more of his charms soon! ~ Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21583
Hey, TNT! Can we please get an updated, comprehensive list of rules? It seems that many of Neopia's rules have just been stated in the editorial and can't be found anywhere else, and the list of rules is outdated. For example, https://www.neopets.com/chatrules.phtml states that talking about gender identity is against the rules, but now there are items out regarding gender identity. This is confusing. There's also no mention of other rules, like not being allowed to mention offsite websites. An updated, comprehensive list of rules all on one page would be much appreciated! ~justnthyme
Hello, this is being worked out and is in process to actually do both things you mentioned. Removing the gender identity line as well as being more specific about offsite mentions. ~~Kikocat
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21582
Hi! Any chance you can split Uni's Clothing Shop into... Multiple stores? I believe there could be a cosplay store, a profession store, etc. Pretty please? Perhaps the Shopkeeper for the cosplay store could be a young Mutant Usul named Ausimas? *bribes you with a Bag of Mutant Gummies* Wink wink. ~tangamandapiano
This is a very fun idea! Maybe in the future we will look into something like this. For now we have recently started dividing wearables into other shops are Neopia. Keep an eye on the news for updates about where any new wearables are being placed. ~ Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 979 (Modern) · Published March 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21581
I was restocking at the Neopian Pharmacy and it really warmed my heart to discover the new item AAC device. My sister is nonverbal and it looks exactly like the one she uses! Thank you for disability inclusion in Neopia. ~spaceyksee TNT thank you THANK YOU for the new Valentines colour!! It's nice to see that such cool designs are still being made for the site. ~pequepanda Hello hello! *hands you a bunch of cookies* I wanted to say thank you for all the amazing black / poc hair styles and accessories that you came out with this month! I myself and white, but I love seeing all the inclusive styles, especially during Black History Month. Please keep up the good work, don't just let this be a February thing! ^^ ~chasing_stars44 Hey there! I just wanted to say that the recently released Ocean Tonu Markings (and accompanying Ocean pieces) are brilliant! Not that I am biased or anything (ok, I am. I really am), but we need Ocean Markings for ALL species (especially Gelerts!) Bravo! to the artist/s. Please give us more Sand/Beach pets! ~fullonparanoid As a disabled person, I cannot state enough how meaningful it is to me that you guys have been representing disability recently. I absolutely adore the new items and I’m so so happy to see this kind of representation. I’ve been playing Neopets since I was 8, and I’m almost 30 now; this website has been part of my life for as long as I can remember, and I’ve been disabled for even longer. It’s so incredible to see this place I’m so attached to do something that is so often ignored. I couldn’t help but tear up when I saw the new items. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart. It really means the world to me. ~_malapropos_
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21580
Hello TNT! As a fitness enthusiast, I was wondering if you could spill some details about how King Coltzan got in such great shape? I'm sure he had a solid routine to get that physique. ~kiwichampion
Details such as these are usually kept under wraps by royal families, but we do know King Coltzan III underwent intensive training as a young Lupe that transformed him into a powerful and adept warrior. Rumour has it that his exercise regimen consisted of various activities such as lifting heavy sacks of sand, swimming, rowing, archery, and combat practice- however, it's unclear just how much of this is conjecture. When we travelled to Coltzan’s Shire to inquire about the matter directly with his spirit, the only fitness secret he would share was how he was able to lose a staggering amount of weight… by becoming a spirit. ~~Aesop
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21579
Hi, TNT! Thank you for making the new accessibility wearables restock at the Pharmacy instead of Uni's Clothing. This is a step in the right direction that's very needed and appreciated! Could you also look into thinning out the Uni's Clothing item pool so that other new wearables can also have a better chance of appearing? For example, I think the Bori Miner costume set, Aviator Scorchio set, and Wocky Gadgeteer set could be re-routed to Cog's Togs (shop ID 111). Bright Green Lipstick and Bright Red Lipstick could be re-routed to the Grooming Parlour (shop ID 5). And so on. Thank you for your attention to this gameplay issue that's preventing many Neopians from enjoying the new wearables you make! ~swordlilly
The employees at Uni’s Clothing Shop have been sharing similar concerns with us, and have said they are willing to do more collabs with other stores around Neopia! So we will most certainly be keeping this mind for upcoming items! We would also love to move around items like the ones you have listed and will look into it when possible! ~ Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21578
Hi TNT! Thank you for the beautiful new Maraquan items in the Sunken Maraquan Treasure Superpack! Could we maybe have a background or two that are half land half sea/water? Something like Pretty Tropical Lagoon Background but a little darker and gloomier maybe? Thank you! ~elbereth_elentari
Hello! Hmm that’s a great idea! We took note of it and will see when we can bring it into existence! Thanks :) ~Miss Rainbow
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21577
Hi hi hello hi TNT! I couldn't help but notice that Winter Faerie Wings (which were recently rereleased a few months ago, woohoo!) seem to not display properly on some pets! The wings should disable a painted pet's faerie wings, for example! It would be a lot better if they weren't clashing on top of each other :') Thank you so much!! ~lereshpere
Hi hi! Ah yes, that's a good point! Wings-be-gone! This item should now restrict your pet’s wings so that the Winter Faerie Wings can truly shine. Happy customising! ~Miss Rainbow
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21576
I love the new disabled items kudos to the team. As a disabled person myself would it be possible to add like an Insulin Pump as well? Maybe a Service Kadoatie (my service animal is a cat)? ~alrodr
We are so glad to hear the love for the new items and want to keep releasing as many as possible! In fact, once this month is over I will be going to the Neoboards to ask for more suggestions of items we can include in future releases! I have made note of these, and if you have anymore please keep a look out soon for the Neoboard to add more of your suggestions! ~ Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21575
Hey TNT, props on the inclusivity stuff! Can we get a baby helmet for our baby pets? ~silly_mistake
This is a great idea! In fact, we want to make sure to have inclusive items for all the different kinds Neopets! In the future, we will be doing our best to roll out items for Baby, Mutant, Maraquan, and 8-Bit! ~ Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21574
Would it be possible to get an edit button on the neoboards so that typos and stuff could be corrected in post? ~darkelvenwizard9000
Hello! We are currently looking into ways to improve the Neoboards, love this idea! Being able to fix typos wuold be amazing. We’ll look more into this. ~ Sunpotato
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21573
Please make mutant leeble paintable. Regular leeble needs to be added to the petpet puddle so mutant can be painted. Please, it has been literally months since it was "released." ~phlyarologist
Oh no! Thank you so much for letting us know. We aren’t exactly sure why the original Leeble was never made paintable, but they are now! See you at the petpet puddle! ~~Aesop
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21572
TNT. *slides a nice warm cup of borovan across a table* Thank you for meeting me today. I recently came across a petpet for the first time - and I can't believe I'd lived up to that moment NOT knowing of its existence. I immediately rushed to JellyNeo, needing to see every single item I could hoard of this petpet - what brushes I'd need to collect one of each - I had plans for a gallery and more. Only to find... *pauses to take a small sip of borovan, sighs* Only to find that there's only the Pirakeet, and the Pirakeet Plushie. So I'm asking - nay, BEGGING even though begging is against the rules. :( We NEED more Pirakeet items - and give those babies some paint options!! Thank you for your time. ~mihkla
*Me side-eyeing the Pirakeet* *The Pirakeet side-eyeing me right back* …okay fine. We’ll make you more stuff, just stop looking at me like that! ~ Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21571
Hello, TNT. Long time user, not much of a commenter. I was wondering if the games in the games room are going to come back. Thanks! ~dootzbugg2001
Yes! We are in the initial talks with our team to see what is the feasibility of bringing the games back to the site. This is a big scope of work for us but we will be sure to put it on the roadmap once we have a plan in place. ~Yarner
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21570
Can you please address the secret lab map being down? It has been 4 months and no one has officially addressed it. Do you have an ETA for them being up? Please? ~ih8sk8
We have forwarded this to the development team to see where we can fit it in for the next release. The team is locked in on the next set of events and we will be sure to work on this when we are freed up. Thanks! ~Yarner
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21569
Let me start by saying, I LOVE that the original dyework items are being put in the mall. I know many are salty about it, but I love that everyone can have them now! SO on that note, what about the dyeworks that stay permanently to be dyed? Can you put those permanently in the mall so anyone can dye those too? ~Anonymous
Hello! That would make sense to have those items dropped back into the NC Mall :) We will work on adding them in, so keep an eye out and thanks for writing in! ~ Miss Rainbow
From Neopian Times, Issue 978 (Modern) · Published March 10, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21568
I just wanted to say thank you to TNT for introducing new wigs that represent more diverse hair textures and styles! It's refreshing to see culturally diverse hair represented in such a beautiful way. I'm excited to incorporate these styles into my pets' customisations. ~lovelygal247 Hello TNT, Just popping in after a long hiatus from Neopets to say thank you. I first joined this community when I was about nine years old, and as a very, very young writer, getting published in the Neopian Times was such a huge confidence boost. It's been over ten years since then. I'm still writing, and still incredibly grateful for a site where I could begin to hone my skills. Mr. Coconut says goodnight! ~millenarianhappiness
From Neopian Times, Issue 977 (Modern) · Published February 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21567
Hello! In light of last Editorial, I was wondering if you could please further explain comic series submissions and publication. Should one still submit every part at once, or do we need to submit one part at a time before each issue? And why might they not have guaranteed sequential publication like written series? Is it to do with the submission form, or do themed entries take precedent over a regular comic series? Between the biweekly publications and number of themed issues these days, I've only managed to get four comics in my series published these past six months. There's been little precedent for this publishing style with comic series before, and it just feels like there's not much incentive to submit them now. I was hoping we could at least get more insight as to why this has changed, or if there was any way to reconsider this rule change. Thank you. ~twillieblossom
It is best to submit one part at a time so that the submission portal doesn’t get too clogged up resulting in possibly losing submissions.
This is not to say that comic or non-series writing parts won’t make publication. It is just that they are not guaranteed continuous publication one right after the other. So unlike series, if a themed or special issue happens a comic series won’t necessarily make it into that edition as themed entries will take precedence. If you would like the highest chance of making an entry into one of those issues, it’s best to craft a submission specifically tailored towards that issue. It’s not that they can’t make it in, just that they likely won’t if there are lots of entries that other users worked hard on to fit with the theme or holiday. But once the special issue is over the comic series could continue as long as it continues to meet qualifications.
We enjoy comic series and want to see them continued, but this is mainly to state that we cannot guarantee that because one part of the comic was accepted that the rest will automatically be accepted as well and that there may be breaks between when the next part may be accepted and continued. But as long as the series keeps meeting qualifications, we will do our best to continue featuring users' great work! ~~ Stone
From Neopian Times, Issue 977 (Modern) · Published February 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21566
Hello! There has been a lot of discussions about it lately, so I was wondering if we could possibly get an update to the Beauty Contest Rules. Right now, if a picture wins gold, it cannot be reused. Would it be possible to update this rule so that once a picture wins a trophy at all it cannot be reused? I think this would inspire even more creativity in a creative contest, and I've seen many others say the same. Please remove my username. ~Anonymous
Hi, This can certainly be something brought up within the Content Department but it wouldn't be something we would just do without announcing first. ~~Kikocat
From Neopian Times, Issue 977 (Modern) · Published February 24, 2023 · JN Editorial ID: 21565