The Neopies Awards
Starting in January of 2009, Neopets started a new annual survey called the Neopies. The Neopies are awards given to the "Best of" the current year as voted by Neopets users. This page shows some of the items given out to voters and the nominated categories and winners for each year.
5th Year - Best of 2012
The 5th Annual Neopies voting starts on January 10, 2013 and ends January 28th, 2013. Be sure to vote everyday so you dont miss the special prize. Each category is open for voting for 1 day, except for day one which is open for a day and a half. Below you can see the list of prizes and winners so far.
Congratulations! Despite Dr. Sloth's onerous attempts at voter suppression, you managed to vote each day during this year's Neopies. For this achievement, you've earned a special prize!
| Best New BD Challenger January 25-27 | |||
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  37% Neggbreaker This massive Hasee was a relative pushover at first (at least, for those with the Ancient Negg Amulet), but since the Festival of Neggs has become much more difficult to beat. |
 18% S750 Kreludan Defender Robot Best known for guarding the Kreludor Mining Corp., this intimidating android has gone from keeping you out of the mines to keeping you from victory in the Battledome. |
 20% Neopets V2 It appears that Neopets V2's idea of playing is now a friendly tussle in the Battledome. Just because he enjoys your company doesn't mean he'll let you win, though... |
 25% Giant Spectral Mutant Walein This monosyllabic mutant Petpet comes equipped with a cache of Maractite weapons and a mean streak as wide as Maraqua's famed Bubbling Pit. |
| Best Site Event January 24-26 | |||
 25% Altador Cup For the first time, a tie for 2nd place resulted in a one day playoff between Meridell and Mystery Island. The top spot, however, was won decisively by Team Kreludor |
 31% Daily Dare This year's Daily Dare event coincided with the release of the new Games Room, which didn't go quite exactly as planned. In the end, though, your game plays saved the day! |
 21% Masks of Dread Saskia and her cart returned to the Haunted Woods for another round of mask-modelling quests. Were you among those who earned all six masks before she left? |
 24% Festival of Neggs In addition to Kari's usual Negg Hunt, this year featured the debut of the "Real" Negg Faerie and the discovery of a mysterious journal by The Negg Faerie's assistant, Zaira. |
| Best NC Accompaniment January 23-25 | |||
 40% Festival of Neggs This year's Festival of Neggs introduced The "Real" Negg Faerie, whose use of Handy Negg Enlargers to increase the size of mini plastic Neggs instead resulted in nifty prizes. |
 28% Daily Dare Neopians earned NC items as they guided Lulu in her search for King Roo and then used Bug Hunt Nets to rid Roo Island of its purple P3 infestation. |
 14% Battledome: NC Claw As part of the Battledome's return, the Faerie Element Battledome Claw became available, allowing those who use it to take NC items from one-player challengers. |
 18% Games Master Challenge During the Festival of Lulu returned once more, but instead of picking clean the rooms of her cousins AAA and Abigail, she raided the living quarters of Cap'n Threelegs and the Techo Master. |
| Let Us Never Speak of This Again January 22-24 | |||
  37% April Fools' Lab Ray When the lab ray began "misfiring" at Neopets that were not its intended targets on April Fools', many Neopians (especially owners of unconverted Neopets) started to panic. |
 30% Habitarium One night, for no apparent reason, everyone's Habitariums were reset back to Level One. Oh well, think of it this way - imagine all the NP you'll make starting from scratch! |
 11% Lenny Conundrum Between keyword searches that didn't work so well and prize-awarding scripts that seemingly stopped for no reason, it's been an "interesting" year for the Lenny Conundrum... |
 22% Neggbreaker Error During the Festival of Neggs, defeating the Neggbreaker with the magic amulet was supposed to be worth 10 points. Instead, due to a glitch, it was worth 100,000 points. |
| Best Neopoint Item January 21-23 | |||
 51% Unidentified Petpetpet Drawn to the sound created by the new Games Room, these pesky Petpetpets infested Roo Island and things didn't return to normal until they left. A few managed to find homes, however... |
 20% Snow Naleap Though this beloved Petpet might seem like it'd be more at home on Terror Mountain than on Shenkuu, its melodious tones are welcome throughout Neopia. |
 13% Wrawk the Merciless Plushie Neopia's favourite bitter Kiko sorcerer has been immortalised in plushie form, and as a result this plushie's acquisition has become many collectors' true goal... |
 17% Frozen Cyodrake Shield Ever since turning up in the Smuggler's Cove at the start of the year, this stout shield has been fending off fire-based attacks with aplomb. |
| Best Neopoint Wearable January 20-22 | |||
 23% Spooky foreground While this foreground is harrowing enough to send chills up the spine of the most savvy adventurer, they can at least take comfort in the knowledge that they aren't alone.... |
 12% Shenkuu Doors One way to make a good impression is with a grand entrance. Presenting your Neopet as though they're stepping through these ornate doors is sure to impress... |
 26% Misty Shenkuu Background Don't worry, standing high up in the mountains of Shenkuu won't make your Neopet feel lightheaded... to be safe, though, they might not want to stand so close to the edge. |
 40% Translucent Pink Wings These wings are so thin that, yes, you can actually see through them. Make no mistake, though - as anyone who's worn them can attest, they are of the finest quality. |
| Best NC Mall Collectable Item January 19-21 | |||
 -19% Illusens Collectors Contacts Released as part of the Questing Faeries' Finest Collection in early June, this set of green contacts was modelled after the eyes of Meridell's favourite earth faerie... |
 36% Fyoras Collectors Dress Also part of the Questing Faeries' Finest Collection, this May debut was your Neopet's opportunity to sport Queen Fyora's iconic purple gown. |
 18% Hansos Collectors Wig August's release for the Daring Duos collection was Hanso's Collector's Wig, which allowed the Ixi thief's admirers to sport his effortlessly stylish hairdo. |
 26% Moltara Foreman Collectors Wings The NC Mall started off the year in impressive fashion with these wings, which came out in January as part of the Famous Dailies Collection... |
| Best New Avatar January 18-20 | |||
 17% Assignment 53 Only the most accomplished intergalactic travellers will have the moxie needed to qualify for this challenging avatar. Do you have what it takes to be a boss? |
 45% Neopocalypse This past February, the Neopets site was temporarily waylaid by technical difficulties. Those who lived to tell of this great catastrophe were rewarded with an avatar. |
 25% Neggbreaker This avatar commemorates the debut of the notorious Neggbreaker in the wake of the Clockwork Negg puzzle's solution. |
 13% Rubbish While the method for getting this avatar remains a mystery, it's believed to have something to do with cleaning out one's Safety Deposit Box. There's only one way to find out... |
| Best Species Specific Wearable January 17-19 | |||
 16% Festive Bori Any Bori that sports this festive ensemble is sure to be the belle of the ball, as this eye-catching dress, shoes, parasol, and wig combo is a definite attention-getter... |
 44% Fantastic Ixi Featuring a cloak that's rugged enough for adventure and a robe made of delicate silk and golden fabric, this is ideal for the dashing explorer with impeccable taste... |
 17% Programmer Grundo For the Grundo who desires a suitably professional look that's also comfortable enough to wear while coding for hours on end. Coffee and sweat stains sold separately. |
 23% Arid Ruki This outfit manages to be handsome, some would even say stylish, while providing the protection needed for long journeys in harsh, arid climates like much of the Lost Desert. |
| Best NC Mall Mystery Capsule January 16-18 | |||
 22% Haunted Asylum Mystery Capsule Right before Halloween, this eerie ensemble's background, contacts, and straightjacket allowed Neopets to dress as a tortured soul trapped in a dingy madhouse. Festive! |
 19% Tale of Woe Mystery Capsule Released as part of the History Capsule Adventure, this Neovian-themed capsule included Krawley Contacts, the Nurse Lucy foreground, and the lovely Young Sophie's Dress. |
 27% Shining Star Gift Box Mystery Capsule Released back in February, this mystery capsule gave out items with a value of 200 NC or more and featured the Shining Star Gift Box as a limited edition bonus item. |
 22% Spring Garden Mystery Capsule Arriving with a flourish in April, this mystery capsule's bonus items were the Potted Plants Foreground, Spring Garden Bouquet, and Nostalgic Spring Picnic Background. |
| Best New Paint Brush January 15-17 | |||
 14% Elderly - Get Off My Lawn Paint Brush "When I was your age, we had to walk barefooted and uphill - both ways - just to get to the Rainbow Pool..."! |
 38% Stealthy - Stealth Paint Brush "How anyone could dress so fancifully yet still make their way around Neopia without being spotted was a mystery to all..." |
 16% Dimensional - Dimensional Paint Brush "One day, science will perhaps be able to explain the awesomeness of this paint brush style. Today, however, is not that day." |
 32% Eventide - Eventide Paint Brush "Eventide is often referred to as 'the magic hour,' which is understandable, as anyone who's ever seen a Neopet in this style can attest to its magical beauty..." |
| Best News day January 14-16 | |||
 41% Wraith Day 8th Day of Awakening (February 8th) - This day not only saw the debut of the highly-coveted Wraith Paint Brush, but it also marked the return of Daily Faerie Quests! |
 17% 12 April (REAL Negg Faerie dialogue) 12th Day of Eating (April 12th) - Today's news featured an appearance by the "REAL" Negg Faerie, who spent time earlier in the day with the Negg Faerie's assistant, discussing that mysterious journal of hers |
 29% Annual Chocolate Ball 15th/16th Day of Gathering (September 15th/16th) - To the chagrin of the swamp gas Techos that were not allowed to attend, this year's Chocolate Ball was a lavish celebration of all things chocolate-flavoured... |
 13% 10 Year Anniversary of Discovery of Meridell 28th/29th Day of Swimming (July 28th/29th) - The celebration of Meridell's discovery was a right royal affair, with regal new looks for Lutaris, new Grumpy Old King prizes, and the debut of a Skarl-themed weapon. |
| Best New Neopet Colour January 13-15 | |||
 15% Robot Bruce It appears this one's days of rink running are over... |
 25% Wraith Techo Just because Xandra's no longer a threat doesn't mean this look is any less menacing... |
 25% Maraquan Tonu This blend of blue and green looks great whether you're navigating the ocean floor or relaxing poolside... |
 35% Mutant Lutari Want your Lutari to look like its been freshly pummeled by a raging storm? This may be the look for you! |
| Best NC Mall Wearable January 12-14 | |||
 44% Midnight Frost Background That foreboding chill that you're feeling isn't just the weather... |
 21% Mystical Genie Trousers Made from the finest silk, these trousers are worth using one of your three wishes... |
 13% Shell Coif Wig Contrary to rumour, you can't actually hear the ocean when you put it on... |
 22% Nurse Lucy Skeleton Too many nights on the graveyard shift, apparently... |
| Best Caption Images January 11-13 | |||
 240% Caption #1247 Underwater Gelert: Prepare to be amazed Goldies, for when I finish reading this book, it will magically disappear! - By amberwaves100 |
 39% Caption #1258 Kelpbeard's Trident: Quick, use me. I can do more than 16 icons! - By evilone712_27 |
 20% Caption #1256 Sabre-X: Seriously? Roo Island gets scary purple bugs, Krawk Island gets huge tentacles, and all we get is a fluffy pink wave? - By vanilla_paw |
 16% Caption #1268 Wocky: I got you two gifts in one! He's currently a Tiny Snowman, but soon enough you'll have a Snowman Slushie! - By destinationxunknown |
| Best Revamp January 10-12 | |||
 13% Games Room Revamp Despite triggering an infestation of bugs that (temporarily) consumed Roo Island, the launch of the Games Room's new look turned out to be a smashing success in the end. |
 34% Battledome Revamp After a much-lamented hiatus, the Battledome returned with all-new animated attacks and arenas, as well as rewards for battling that included items and Neopoints. |
 34% Dailies Revamp Throughout the latter half of the past year, many of Neopia's dailies received makeovers and had the prizes that they give out substantially overhauled. |
 19% Roo Island Revamp While everyone else was attempting to rid Roo Island of bugs, King Roo's royal decorators were giving the land a makeover that included lots of interesting new additions. |
| Best Heard Around the Office January 8-11 | |||
 11% Kid Hawk "We don't have time to be hilarious." |
 45% Dragona "My lack of memory is amazing. I sent myself an email to remind me of something, and about .6 seconds later I get an email and get excited and look to see what it is." |
 23% Mr. Insane "(╯°□°)╯︵ ǝıʞɹɐus" |
 21% Viola/DJ Skellington Viola: "Poogle butts!" DJ Skellington: "So that's what you look at all day." |
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Neo's Neopies 2021 FAQs
The Neopies are Neopia's annual salute to the numerous highlights (and occasional lowlights) that made the previous year so remarkable. Hosted by a charming Elephante named Ellsworth, the Neopies are a grand gala, whose prominence on the Neopian social calendar is rivalled only by the magnificence of the Chocolate Ball. Once the nominees are announced, attendees earn prizes for placing their votes, which then decide the winner of each category.
2. When do the Neopies start and when do they end?
Voting begins on February 1st NST. The winner of the final category is announced on February 21st 2022.
3. How are the Neopies finalists chosen?
As the end of the year approached, our team of Neopian experts gathered to decide on the categories and select nominees. After a few weeks of debating and voting (with a little arguing thrown in for good measure), the list of finalists is complete.
4. How do I submit my vote?
Click the button below the finalist you would like to vote for. Once you have made your selection (or selections, depending on how many categories you have available for voting that day), click the Submit My Vote button. At that point, you'll need to confirm your vote(s). Once confirmed, your choice(s) will be submitted.
5. How many times can I vote per day?
You can vote once per day for each category that's currently available. When voting, you'll be able to place a vote for a new category (if there's one available that day), as well as any additional previously-announced categories that you may not have voted for below. You'll find these categories located in the "Your Ballot" box.
6. How long do I have to vote on each category?
Each category will be available to vote on for three days, with the exception of the first category, which will be available to vote on for four days. If you vote on a category the first day that it's up, you'll see a dark blue border around your choice. If your vote is not cast until either the 2nd or 3rd day, then your selection will have a light blue around it.
7. How many categories are there to vote on?
This year's Neopies contain a total of 17 categories. A new category will be added each day during the event, with the exception of the second day, until all that remains is to vote on the last two categories. Since categories remain posted for a period of up to three days, you can have as many as three categories to vote on at one time.
8. Do I have to vote for all of the categories that are up on a certain day?
No. However, if you want to receive the bonus prize at the end of the event -- and we know that you do -- you'll need to cast a vote for every category on the day (or, in the case of the first category, day-and-a-half) that it's posted.
9. Do I get a prize for voting?
Yes! You'll receive a prize for every category that you vote for.
10. If I happen to miss a day of voting, so that I have two categories to vote on the following day, can I vote for one of those categories and then come back later in the day and vote for the other?
Yes, you can come back at any time during that day (NST) and vote on the remaining category (or, for those who miss two days, categories). If you miss three days, however, you'll only be able to vote for that day's category and those from the previous two days, since the three-day window for the category from three days ago will have expired.
11. If I change my mind after I have voted in a particular category for that day, can I change my vote?
Once you have submitted your vote(s), you cannot go back and re-vote on them. If you make a selection and then change your mind, you can alter your choice before submitting it. Once a vote has been submitted, however, it is permanently and utterly irreversibly locked in.
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