2012
In October 2012, the Haunted Faire opened again, and is operating as a hub for haunted activities. Your pet can bob for apples, spin the Wheel of Misfortune, or partake in Edolie's Phantastic Finds.
Masks of Dread
Saskia, the mask collector, has returned to the fair! This year you'll have the chance to acquire the Stone Warrior Mask, Toothy Grin Mask, Theatrical Split Mask, Spiky Glowing Mask, and Floral Bouquet Mask.
Stop by her cart once a day, pick one of the five masks, and then go on a quick quest. She will have some rewards waiting for you when you finish!
For more information, please read the FAQ. Since this event gives out Neopoint items, you are not allowed to participate on your side account(s).
Optional NC Component
The Y14 Masks of Dread NC Quest Pack, which can be purchased in the NC Mall during October, will give you an extra NC prize every time you complete a regular mask quest.
Obtain a pack, go to your inventory, click on the item, and select the Activate option. You will immediately be rewarded with a Ornate Coffin Satchel.
If you activated your pack after you've already finished some quests, you will still be awarded the appropriate NC items.
Quest Solutions
The mask you picked does not matter, but your active pet should be wearing it. Don't see it on your pet? Go to customise them, try on something else, save the changes, put the mask back on, then save again.
You will receive a bonus prize if you complete each quest on the day of its release. For the quest that was released on October 25th, a day and a half will be given for you to qualify for the extra prize. To confirm that you are eligible for the bonus, go to Saskia's cart and ensure your completed quests have a yellow check mark on them.
October 31st - Haunted Woods
Select the final mask to place it on your pet:
My riddles have nothing to do with these robberies. If you're done making wild accusations, let's test my ultimate mask. My last riddle is:
Find a shadow of a Gelert lurking in the Woods.
Head over to the The Wheel of Misfortune.
Part 1
Muahaha! You were a fool to come this far... but I do love fools. A present for you, then. Whether it holds a treat or a trick is entirely up to chance. I do hope you're not feeling... misfortunate. Oh, but while you're visiting this delightful Fairground, you really should try the popcorn. I've heard it does wonders for the spirit...
You receive the following item:
Head over to Spooky Foods.
Part 2
Welcome, welcome! I've been waiting for you. Whipped up a few of my finest recipes for you -- some very tasty stuff. I've been meaning to add a new flavour to my special soup, though. I wonder how you'd taste. Oh, don't run away. I would never eat you... you're much too young and tender. But perhaps you should arm yourself against those who might.
You receive the following item:
Head over to the Haunted Weaponry.
Part 3
Big! Strong! Candy? I find pretty trick-or-treat bag in shop. Next to Rotten Jack-O-Lantern Bomb. I give you bag of treats, you try first. Deal? No, no, perfectly safe. I promise. Why you leaving? Hurt my feelings. Now I sit in corner and cry with Meepits. Take bag? Everyone happy. Meepits singing. See, you did good deed. Maybe you visit safe, boring Neovia next.
You receive the following item:
Head over to the Prigpants & Swolthy, Tailors.
Part 4
Oh, thank goodness you're here! Take this bag, it might help you on your errand. I need you to find Mr. Prigpants at once. My dear deluded partner has taken it upon himself to pay his respects in the Graveyard, today, on the spookiest day of the year. The absurdity! I'm sure he'll come to a dreadful end, and then our sartorial enterprise will be ruined. Please hurry!
You receive the following item:
Head over to Game Graveyard.
Part 5
Meepits' teeth, that Prigpants is a... what's a polite word for dimwit? Don't worry, I rescued him from the ghosts. It's my burden to fight them, after all. I've already sent him home, but he left me this trick-or-treat bag, and I don't want it, so it's yours. Can you head up to Castle Nox? I saw lights in the upper windows, which should be dark. I -- I'm not ready to go there myself.
You receive the following item:
Head over to Castle Nox.
Part 6
Surprise, it's Kanrik. You were expecting Nox? It was a fun disguise, I admit. Thanks for wearing that mask -- so distracting! With Saskia's masks causing chaos, it was easy for my Thieves Guild to rob everyone. Dressed as Nox, I stashed everything here with no one the wiser. It will all be carted away down secret tunnels by morning. So have a trick-or-treat bag. You've earned it.
Say hi to Saskia for me. I've got to run.
If you have activated an NC Quest Pack:
One more thing -- this Gate to Deserted Fairground Foreground is a little too heavy for me to bother with, so you're welcome to it.
You receive the following item(s):
Go back to Saskia's cart.
Part 7
You've returned with my ultimate mask!
Kanrik? I don't know what you're talking about. I would never work with a thief like him. He's just muddying my name -- I only wanted to give everyone a fun Halloween. Since you did help me complete my ultimate mask, though, I'll give you a reward.
If you completed all quests on the day of release:
And, as you were so prompt, you also deserve an extra item.
You receive the following item(s):
October 30th - Terror Mountain
Begin the quest by choosing one of the five daily masks to be placed on your pet.
So many robberies lately; I do hope I'm safe here. Anyway, my fifth riddle is:
Find an Eyrie, sweet and striped, in a shop where even now, the sky darkens with the dire threat of snow.
Visit the Slushie Shop.
Part 1
Oh, boy! You figured out the riddle. I'm glad to have visitors, because it looks like a blizzard is headed our way. Good time to head into the Ice Caves, if you ask me. And while you're there, I double Doglefox dare you to catch the Snowager awake without getting blasted. You're pretty clever, so I'm sure it will be no problem.
Visit the Snowager.
Part 2
A dare? A DARE? You silly creatures and your hot-tempered ways. I decline to blast you -- this time -- because I have a bit of a head cold and it would be explosive. Just don't take anything; I've been robbed more than usual lately. Ask around on Terror Mountain for other victims. Perhaps you could even catch the fiend responsible.
Head over to the Super Happy Icy Fun Snow Shop.
Part 3
Happy happy fun fun! Happy happy fun fun! Oh, you wanted to have a normal conversation. *sigh* I suppose. I certainly haven't been robbed recently. But I did notice a lot more Neopians wandering around in masks. Suspicious, right? Oh... you have one too. Oops. Perhaps you should ask the Ice Crystal vendor? He has a lot of high-end merchandise too.
Head over to the Ice Crystal Shop.
Part 4
No, I haven't had any break-ins, although I did see a ghost. Maybe. It sure looked like old Hubrid Nox, but that's impossible. Everyone knows he was slain by that mad sorceress. Regarding the robberies, I recommend you check in with Tarla, as she hears all the news on Terror Mountain. It's like she's everywhere at the same time, you know?
Head over to Tarla's Shop of Mystery.
Part 5
Huh. I just found a tuxedo dry-cleaning ticket in one of my bags, but I don't own a tuxedo. Weird. No thefts that I've noticed, though. You're welcome to my candy; I won't even make you open a bag first. Because I'm NICE, darn it! You know, your mask reminds me of a trip to Mystery Island. Anyway, here are your treats: Snow Mote and Icy Mint Jelly Beans.
Don't forget to stop in at Saskia's; I suspect she has a treat for you.
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Huh. I just found a tuxedo dry-cleaning ticket in one of my bags, but I don't own a tuxedo. Weird. No thefts that I've noticed, though. You're welcome to my candy; I won't even make you open a bag first. Because I'm NICE, darn it! Your mask is gorgeous. I don't suppose you'd sell it? Oh well. Anyway, here are your treats: Snow Mote and Icy Mint Jelly Beans.
Don't forget to stop in at Saskia's; I suspect she has a treat for you.
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Huh. I just found a tuxedo dry-cleaning ticket in one of my bags, but I don't own a tuxedo. Weird. No thefts that I've noticed, though. You're welcome to my candy; I won't even make you open a bag first. Because I'm NICE, darn it! That, by the way, is the strangest mask I've seen in all my travels. Anyway, here are your treats: Snow Mote and Icy Mint Jelly Beans.
Don't forget to stop in at Saskia's; I suspect she has a treat for you.
If you have activated an NC Quest Pack:
Oh, before you leave, please take a Tarla Wig with Horns. I'm handing them out to Neopets I like. No, it's not bribery; why would you ask that? Don't you trust me? Gosh!
You receive the following items:
Go back to Saskia's cart.
Part 6
Another success, I see.
And did you have a chilly reception from the residents of Terror Mountain? Ha ha! Looks like your mask's enchantments reacted strongly to the bitter winds up there. That's a good sign. Here's an item for your trouble. *wink* At least Tarla holds up a bargain; those are some nice treats.
If you received the NC prize in the previous step:
Filled up your satchel again, eh? Well done.
You receive the following item:
October 29th - Krawk Island
Begin the quest by choosing one of the five daily masks to be placed on your pet.
Wise choice for your mask. We'll go far together. My fourth riddle is:
Find the mansion of a hero, in a place that was shattered. I hear some parts still drift in the ocean fog...
Visit the Governor's Mansion.
Part 1
Four million six, four million seven... aye, welcome, landlubber. I was just collecting main-sail taxes from my citizens. Solved a riddle, have ye? Good, good. This be perfect timing; I have work for you. I need ye to investigate a remote cove where I suspect certain Islanders have been dodging the law. It'll be fun, I promise. Have I ever steered ye wrong?
Head over to Keep out island.
Part 2
ARRRrrrr, ye sprog! Avast, and take yer Governor with ye! This be no business of yers -- or his, the slimy tax collector -- and if ye know what's good, ye won't be stickin' yer nose where it don't belong! Maybe if ye had some training at the Academy, we might actually take yer threats seriously. Maybe there be gold at the end of the plank, too. Arrrr!
Visit the The Academy.
Part 3
I can't train ye right now. No, that be me finest spyglass--arrr! Ye broke it! No, don't cry! Kelpbeard's beard, this be a right sorry mess. Give me a scurvy pirate any day; these babies are terrifying to behold, and monstrous hard to train. Go bother someone else, preferably a fellow with experience herdin' small creatures. Tell 'im I need some tips.
Head over to Little Nippers.
Part 4
I'm no babysitter! Cap'n Threelegs will have to fend for 'imself. Some landlubber stole my hair gel. This be a tragedy of the highest order. My hair is ruined! Help yerself to the treats; I be far too distraught to hand it out. Can't say I fancy yer mask. 'Tis too feathery for me own taste. Here be your treats: Farnswap and Pirate Hat Toffees.
See that ye race back to Saskia. Maybe she sells a potion o' hair gel.
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I'm no babysitter! Cap'n Threelegs will have to fend for 'imself. Some landlubber stole my hair gel. This be a tragedy of the highest order. My hair is ruined! Help yerself to the treats; I be far too distraught to hand it out. Oh, aye, dress up in a poxy mask just to make a sailor feel plain. Here be your treats: Farnswap and Pirate Hat Toffees.
See that ye race back to Saskia. Maybe she sells a potion o' hair gel.
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I'm no babysitter! Cap'n Threelegs will have to fend for 'imself. Some landlubber stole my hair gel. This be a tragedy of the highest order. My hair is ruined! Help yerself to the treats; I be far too distraught to hand it out. What manner of insanity be ye wearin'? I cannot fathom yer mask. Here be your treats: Farnswap and Pirate Hat Toffees.
See that ye race back to Saskia. Maybe she sells a potion o' hair gel.
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I'm no babysitter! Cap'n Threelegs will have to fend for 'imself. Some landlubber stole my hair gel. This be a tragedy of the highest order. My hair is ruined! Help yerself to the treats; I be far too distraught to hand it out. Be ye in some manner of disguise? Hidin' from the authorities, eh? Here be your treats: Farnswap and Pirate Hat Toffees.
See that ye race back to Saskia. Maybe she sells a potion o' hair gel.
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I'm no babysitter! Cap'n Threelegs will have to fend for 'imself. Some landlubber stole my hair gel. This be a tragedy of the highest order. My hair is ruined! Help yerself to the treats; I be far too distraught to hand it out. That be a grim sort of mask ye be wearing on yer face. I like it. Here be your treats: Farnswap and Pirate Hat Toffees.
See that ye race back to Saskia. Maybe she sells a potion o' hair gel.
If you have activated an NC Quest Pack:
Aye, and while yer at it, ye may as well help yerself to my Ghost Pirate Ship Background. I can't imagine what I'd do with it now. Best ship it off to someone as generally mirthful as yerself.
You receive the following items:
Go back to Saskia's cart.
Part 5
Poor Admiral Kyrwinne.
Potions? Sorry, not my specialty. Let me just sweep this insignificant bit of gold under the table. Nothing to worry your pretty head about. Now, let's have a look at that mask. It doesn't sparkle right... ah, well. Here's an item for your trouble. And Admiral Kyrwinne doesn't skimp, I see.
If you received the NC prize in the previous step:
Your satchel contains an intriguing item. How lucky you are!
You receive the following item:
October 28th - Roo Island
Begin the quest by choosing one of the five daily masks to be placed on your pet.
This mask will be fun, eh, poppet? Aye, I thought so. My third riddle is:
Seek out a circle that makes you happy... for a while, and for a cost. After all, nothing lasts forever, hmm?
Visit the Roo Island Merry Go Round.
Part 1
Round and round we go! Where we stop, NOBODY knows! I say that a million times a day. I don't know what riddle Ms. Saskia gave you, but CONGRATS! You've solved the first step. ARE WE HAVING FUN YET? GREAT! You know, a tour of Roo Island isn't complete without a visit to my cousin, that Blumaroo with the lamp shade on his head. *wink* Enjoy your day!
Head over to Roo Island Souvenirs.
Part 2
I see my coz talked you into visiting! Look around - we've got anything Blumar-iffic you could possibly want. Even a kitchen sink! I strive to provide. *wink* I heard earlier that Count Von Roo was angry about something. Creepy fellow. He doesn't bounce right. You know what? You should top off your fun Roo Island day with a stop at the new Coffee Shop. Have fun!
Visit the The Coffee Shop.
Part 3
He told you exactly where to go, didn't he? *sigh* Blumaroos. Well, welcome to the finest café on Roo Island! Oh, but did you hear? *gasp* It's the most outrageous thing. Someone stole Count Von Roo's fang polish! Who would dare? I can't imagine. Let me guess, from the looks of your mask, you're dressed as. I have no idea! Here are your treats: Ice Milk Black Tea and Vanilla Blumaroo Biscuit.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
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He told you exactly where to go, didn't he? *sigh* Blumaroos. Well, welcome to the finest café on Roo Island! Oh, but did you hear? *gasp* It's the most outrageous thing. Someone stole Count Von Roo's fang polish! Who would dare? I can't imagine. Anyway, your mask is, er, nice. Please don't hurt me. I'm just a barista! Here are your treats: Ice Milk Black Tea and Vanilla Blumaroo Biscuit.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
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He told you exactly where to go, didn't he? *sigh* Blumaroos. Well, welcome to the finest café on Roo Island! Oh, but did you hear? *gasp* It's the most outrageous thing. Someone stole Count Von Roo's fang polish! Who would dare? I can't imagine. Anyway, the half Gremble, half Drugal look is working for you. Impressive. Here are your treats: Ice Milk Black Tea and Vanilla Blumaroo Biscuit.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
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He told you exactly where to go, didn't he? *sigh* Blumaroos. Well, welcome to the finest café on Roo Island! Oh, but did you hear? *gasp* It's the most outrageous thing. Someone stole Count Von Roo's fang polish! Who would dare? I can't imagine. Anyway, what tribe are you from? Oh, it's just a Halloween mask? Darn. Here are your treats: Ice Milk Black Tea and Vanilla Blumaroo Biscuit.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
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He told you exactly where to go, didn't he? *sigh* Blumaroos. Well, welcome to the finest café on Roo Island! Oh, but did you hear? *gasp* It's the most outrageous thing. Someone stole Count Von Roo's fang polish! Who would dare? I can't imagine. Anyway, I love your mask! You have taste. Maybe I'll wear a mask too. Here are your treats: Ice Milk Black Tea and Vanilla Blumaroo Biscuit.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
If you have activated an NC Quest Pack:
Also, please help yourself to one Carousel Dress. Someone dropped a big box of them off at my shop, and there's no note or address or anything. I'm not the Post Office!
You receive the following items:
Go back to Saskia's cart.
Part 4
One wooden stake close at hand...
And one more bulb of garlic by the door. Hmm? Oh, it's just in case. One never knows, here in the Haunted Woods. You've returned with a new and interesting aura on your mask, though. Fascinating. Here's an item for your trouble. That Coffee Shop girl is clever, I see, giving you her food instead of proper treats.
If you received the NC prize in the previous step:
Is that an item in your satchel? You're doing well!
You receive the following item:
October 27th - Moltara
Begin the quest by choosing one of the five daily masks to be placed on your pet.
Splendid! You're starting to trust me, that's good. My second riddle is:
Find a fellow who has dedicated his life to lighting the darkness. You'll have to dig deep this time.
Visit the Lampwyck's Lights Fantastic.
Part 1
Chandeliers or bare hanging bulbs, we have the light of your life waiting -- oh! You startled me. Everyone seems to be wearing a mask suddenly. Fashions change so quickly. If you're not shopping, would you please let the Petpetorium know that we have an infestation of Ravs? They had better collect them soon, or I don't know what I'll do. They're breaking my prized glass lamps!
Head over to Moltaran Petpets.
Part 2
Ravs? Infestation? Did he actually say that? Ravs are an important part of Moltaran ecology! Those city folk have no idea! Sure, I'll take care of them. Humph! But that'll take me a while, so could you let the Mayor know I'll be a little late filling out the permit we discussed? I won't have time to get to it if I'm rounding up Ravs. Bah! Infestation. What an outrage.
Visit the Moltara Town Hall.
Part 3
Petpetorium is always late with forms. That's nothing new. What is new is that someone stole my favourite black boots! Ugh, now I'll have to wear brown boots. But please, have some candy. Er-are you wearing a mask? I. here, just take your candy. No offense, but that mask is spooky. Anyway, here are your treats: Interior Decorating with Rocks and Cogs and Fire Candyfloss.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
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Petpetorium is always late with forms. That's nothing new. What is new is that someone stole my favourite black boots! Ugh, now I'll have to wear brown boots. But please, have some candy. Er-are you wearing a mask? I'm not sure what sort of look you're going for. It's, er, very creative. Anyway, here are your treats: Interior Decorating with Rocks and Cogs and Fire Candyfloss.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
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Petpetorium is always late with forms. That's nothing new. What is new is that someone stole my favourite black boots! Ugh, now I'll have to wear brown boots. But please, have some candy. Er-are you wearing a mask? I must say, it's unnerving to behold. You must be quite a wild spirit. Anyway, here are your treats: Interior Decorating with Rocks and Cogs and Fire Candyfloss.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
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Petpetorium is always late with forms. That's nothing new. What is new is that someone stole my favourite black boots! Ugh, now I'll have to wear brown boots. But please, have some candy. Er-are you wearing a mask? Well, it's not the choice I would have made, but to each their own. Anyway, here are your treats: Interior Decorating with Rocks and Cogs and Fire Candyfloss.
And please give my regards to Ms. Saskia when you see her.
If you have activated an NC Quest Pack:
Oh, before I forget, please take one Mayor of Moltaras Mustache. They were for a society function, but it was cancelled due to rain. Yes, we have rain underground. What do you think happens to all that steam when it hits the top of the cavern?
You receive the following items:
Go back to Saskia's cart.
Part 4
Hmm, that enchantment's never turned out so well for me... Oh! Yes, these were the items you received for solving this riddle. Nice work.
If you received the NC prize in the previous step:
Collecting items in your Satchel are you? Good thinking.
You receive the following item:
October 25th - Defenders of Neopia
Begin the quest by choosing one of the five daily masks to be placed on your pet.
So you are mad enough to run around in the dark. My first riddle is:
Go find me a well that takes hard-earned dreams. Give it a word. Don't expect to get it back.
Visit the Wishing Well and make a wish.
Part 1
No one else seems to be around today. The Wishing Well's bucket creaks eerily in the wind, and the crank hauls the bucket up from the depths all by itself. There is no prize waiting in the bucket when it reaches the top, but you tip the bucket upside down and a paper falls out. One word is written on it in golden letters: Defenders.
Head over to the Defenders of Neopia Headquarters.
Part 2
Riddle solver, eh? We're a little busy; someone stole our cape powder, and we must catch them at once. Who steals cape powder, anyway? That's just low. But I can spare some candy for a fellow mask wearer. By the way, cute mask. Reminds me of my first Petpet... he was a little off. Here are your treats: Commemorative Defenders Stamp #1 and Blueberry Candy Gavel.
Now, a pretty Cybunny is waiting to hear from you. Better report back!
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Riddle solver, eh? We're a little busy; someone stole our cape powder, and we must catch them at once. Who steals cape powder, anyway? That's just low. But I can spare some candy for a fellow mask wearer. By the way, have I met you? Your mask resembles a supervillain I've fought. Here are your treats: Commemorative Defenders Stamp #1 and Blueberry Candy Gavel.
Now, a pretty Cybunny is waiting to hear from you. Better report back!
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Riddle solver, eh? We're a little busy; someone stole our cape powder, and we must catch them at once. Who steals cape powder, anyway? That's just low. But I can spare some candy for a fellow mask wearer. By the way, you haven't touched any idols in tombs, have you? Just checking. Here are your treats: Commemorative Defenders Stamp #1 and Blueberry Candy Gavel.
Now, a pretty Cybunny is waiting to hear from you. Better report back!
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Riddle solver, eh? We're a little busy; someone stole our cape powder, and we must catch them at once. Who steals cape powder, anyway? That's just low. But I can spare some candy for a fellow mask wearer. By the way, what a weird mask! I like mine more understated, personally. Here are your treats: Commemorative Defenders Stamp #1 and Blueberry Candy Gavel.
Now, a pretty Cybunny is waiting to hear from you. Better report back!
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Riddle solver, eh? We're a little busy; someone stole our cape powder, and we must catch them at once. Who steals cape powder, anyway? That's just low. But I can spare some candy for a fellow mask wearer. By the way, lovely mask. It takes courage to wear something that fabulous. Here are your treats: Commemorative Defenders Stamp #1 and Blueberry Candy Gavel.
Now, a pretty Cybunny is waiting to hear from you. Better report back!
If you have activated an NC Quest Pack:
Anyway, here is a Captain K Helmet -- Just a little something to remember us by. When you're not busy you might stop by and lend us a hand. Seriously, feel free. I'm tired of losing checkers to Lightning Lenny.
You receive the following items:
Go back to Saskia's cart.
Part 3
Back so soon? Intriguing. I guess this mask doesn't randomly spawn doors to evil dimensions, after all. That's unfortunate; I left my teapot in one and have been meaning to get it back. Here's an item for the trouble. And how is dear Sergeant Brexis? I see he gave you some treats.
If you received the NC prize in the previous step:
That satchel doesn't look empty anymore. Nice work.
You receive the following item:
