Tuskaninny Day Special

Cliffhanger
by grandstand

Higher and higher the Tuskaninny goes,
Braving the cliff and braving the snows.
Atop Terror Mountain, he can’t see beyond,
A whispering thought not yet dawned.

Surrounded by icy landscapes of blue,
A mysterious phrase he requires of you.
A wordsmith at heart, is he obsessed or brave?
Or is it simply new adventure he craves?

A test not of endurance, your mind at work.
If you guess wrong, he might go berserk.
Climbing and puzzles, a jack of all trades,
So long as you don’t rain on his snowy parade.

Don’t fear, dear Neopian, with your cool intellect,
And never look back at the path we’ve trekked.
But should you look down, your stomach aflutter,
I hope your words come out louder than a mutter.

So tell him a letter with a click and a whistle,
But please watch out! Over the ledge it’s abyssal.
One step then another. Oh no, you guessed wrong!
The rage from your incorrect guesses is strong.

“The object of the game is NOT to fall over;
To win this game you might need a lucky clover!”
You take a deep breath, your mind drawing blank.
One more wrong guess and he walks the plank.

“Time’s up,” he yells plummeting to his doom,
And you rush to the ledge with a quick vroom.
The Tuskaninny yells from way below the climb,
“Maybe we should try an easier level next time!”

The Tusk of the Toughest Tuskaninny
by beagums

Every odd numbered year on Tuskaninny Day,
they all get to together with strength on display.
They primp and they preen and wear tough guy stuff,
to see which of their tusks are the toughest of tough.

The day starts with a dental parade of sorts,
where they show off their meanest smiles and snorts.
Each tusk is graded on shine and on size,
a dull yellow tusk will win them no prize.

Then comes the measure of real Tusky strength,
which is far more important than incisor length.
The chomp competition is what will decide,
which one can say they're the toughest with pride.

First they must show that their tusks can crunch,
a stale left out bagel from yesterday's lunch.
Then comes three pieces of caramel chews,
from last Halloween's trick or treating stew.

If they make it through that with no cavities,
then the next competition will not be a breeze.
For the final tusk test takes a tusk of real class,
they must munch on an old piece of weathered sea glass.

The first to finish their meal and leave not a shard,
can say they have the toughest tusks in the yard.
But why do they do this? Why test tusks at all?
for fun of course, chewing tough stuff's a ball!

Smooth Operator
by merionelle

If you've a hankering for a tasty treat while you're on a shopping spree,
The Smoothie Store is the perfect place to stop; don't you agree?
The Bazaar is where it can be found, near Hubert's Hotdog Stand,
A friendly Tuskaninny mans the counter to make your order there by hand.

"Delicious and nutritious!" that's the motto of the store,
Certainly there must be flavours here you've never tried before.
There's a size too, that will cater to any Neopet's appetite,
From the Small up to the Mega even Grarrls will be full of delight.

The Tuskaninny smiles and says "Now, what will it be?"
You wonder how you'll ever choose from all the lovely drinks you see.
But then you spot an incredible drink topped with a slice of cake,
Well now that settles it, you're having the Indulgent Fyora Shake!

The Tuskaninny's careful, assembling your sweet treat,
A cake, a doughnut and whipped cream will satisfy your cravings for the sweet.
At a very reasonable price point, this shop you'll recommend,
And this Tuskaninny Day perhaps you'll bring some of your friends!

Little Timmy Does Not Lose!
by tylerhuyser

I play 5 fours.
I’m being honest! I swear!
Telling a little lie,
I could never bear!

*heh heh heh*
They don’t suspect I’m a Cheat!
I’m the best little liar,
That could never be beat.

*huh* What’s this?
Have I been accused?
Why this is the day,
That you’ll forever rue!

I play 7 jacks.
You won’t get me again,
When I smile,
I’m only pretending to be your friend.

*Agh* Noooooo!
How did you know?
Little Timmy doesn’t lose—
I hope you get the memo.

Altador Cup Tuskaninnies
by therainbowsheep

The rumour goes like this:
Tuskaninnies are not athletic.
Such misleading gossip,
Unfortunate and pathetic.

Look no further than Altador Cup,
The impressive Yooyuball Field! 
Tuskaninnies have great skill,
Great strength they can yield.

The Virtupets Team is on top,
With Goltron Mk I to thank!
Goalkeeper and heart of team,
He holds the top rank.

Thanks to his incredible saves,
Virtupets keeps a clean sheet.
Goltron led them to first place,
Which was historic and neat!

Currently the only Tuskaninny,
There were ones who came before.
They repped their teams a while,
Till they could no more.

Elbin Towse of Faerieland,
Once played on offense.
In the Right Forward position,
His playing style was intense.

But sadly he did not last,
He could not help his team,
Improve their low ranking,
So there went the dream.

Tico Tems of Terror Mountain,
Also used to be on the scene.
But he kept falling ill,
Could not stay fit and lean.

Throughout the years of the Cup,
Tuskaninnies have repped their kind!
They are not to be trifled with,
Serious athletes on the grind!

Creative Creations
by ningkov1

Smooth and creamy delights 
Flavour combinations that excite,
Stop by the Tuskaninny’s Smoothie Shop
Gaze at the colourful drinks that pop 

Healthy beverages abound
Asparagus and tomatoes straight from the ground,
Bright yellow bananas blended to perfection 
An eclectic rainbow-coloured collection 

Though there are a few “creative” drinks 
That the Tuskaninny may want to rethink,
Creativity is an important skill
But some drinks may make you ill 

He’s all about healthy living
But a Butter Smoothie isn’t very forgiving,
A Bleu Cheese Dressing Smoothie is too heavy 
It just sits in your belly 

The Charcoal Smoothie is good for digestion 
However the taste is still in question,
The Fishy Smoothie leaves a smell for days 
The taste may leave you in a haze 

The Sand Smoothie gets everywhere 
Little specks even in your hair,
Cheese and Pickles are delicious 
To put them in a Smoothie is ambitious 

Same with Spaghetti and Meatballs
In a Smoothie there’s no applause,
Don’t put the Shepherds Pie in a blender 
Yet still I admire this Tuskinanny Smoothie Inventor!

So head over to the Neopian Bazaar,
Smoothies ranging from yummy to bizarre,
Thank the shopkeeper for his dedication
Try a unique drink born from his imagination!

He’s Just a Kid
by sierrasiobhan

The air feels thick under duress
Sweat beads on brows from intense stress
Little Timmy seems more nervous than others
He's just a kid, where is his mother?

The young Tuskaninny with pink spiky hair
Trying to prove he deserves to be there
At the Cheat! table with players so cool
He's way too hip to be going to school

With neon makeup bright and bold
Still learning when he ought to fold
Black gothic tee so tactfully torn
Another loss leaves him looking forlorn

After each game Timmy makes a vow
Next time he'll beat Kalora the Kau
He always goes in trying his best
Maybe it's time he gives Cheat! a rest

He could go back to school and give his friends a call
For the love he deserves isn't based on achievements at all
The mindset of growing up quick he should rid
And enjoy his time just being a kid

Waiting
by 9kas

A Zeenana slushie here, a Chokato there,
The Tuskaninny Waitress deftly delivers. 
Impatient fans queue in line with fists raised
As they await for their cold slushie order. 

For years the Tuskaninny waitress has been
The lone waitstaff in the entire store. 
Pouring, delivering, then collecting cups,
She flies across the checkerboard floor. 

But after nineteen tiresome seasons
The Altador Cup took an unexpected break. 
Though getting well-deserved rest at last,
The Tuskaninny waits with jarring heartache. 

For though relieved of her unrelenting duty
The Tuskaninny sighs with wistful dejection,
Missing the days where she served the fans
With zealous dedication to her mission. 

A full year without fans to greet and serve,
A full year without fans waiting their turn. 
The Waitress longingly waits for the day 
When the Altador Cup will finally return.

Slushie Slinger Madness!
by togepwi

I gotta get these out fast
Someone wants the new Babaa Blast?
That's been on the rise
It's certainly easy on the eyes!

They call me the Slushie Slinger
Because I never linger!
I'll quickly fill up a cup
And slide it down. Order up!

I'm the Tuskaninny who serves
At first I was a bundle of nerves
But the more slushies I made
The more my fears would fade!

Some get worried that I'll get dizzy
But moving around like this keeps me busy
This is the most efficient way
To keep all the customers at bay

Anyways, it's almost noon
That means it's rush hour soon!
So I have to prepare
Customers will be everywhere!

Timmy the Tuskaninny
by da_shanuka

Timmy the Tuskaninny likes to play
A card game called ‘Cheat!’
He knows when to lie
And can take the heat
If you catch him he might cry

Timmy the Tuskaninny likes to play
At a place called Carrotberry Club
Not everyone is allowed to enter
Luckily they let in our funny chubb
Alongside Brucey B, his mentor

Timmy the Tuskaninny likes to play
For Neopoints with the big boys
But at the end of the night he has
No more pocket money left for toys
Or watch the concert of Jazzmosis jazz

Timmy the Tuskaninny likes to play
One more round so he wagers his bike
Late at night he’ll have to explain
Grams and pops won’t like
That he now needs to take the train

The Traveling Tuskaninny
by kalosis

This Tuskaninny is a traveler.  
Where in Neopia could he be found?
It's not hard to find him, just look around!
From the shores of Krawk Island to the fallen clouds of Faerieland, anywhere you might look, he's sure to abound. 

Maybe diving in Maraqua, or touring the forge in Moltara, this Tuskaninny travels everywhere, near and far!
O, now he's moved along to Mystery Island, just hanging with the natives! He's grabbed himself a coconut drink, and lying in the sand. 
Meri Acres Farm loves a good tourist, the folks are jaunty and bright! Not like those in the Haunted Woods - they gave this Tuskaninny quite the fright! Onward now to Brightvale, to see the king's castle. What a sight to behold, and with little hassle!

Stopping over in Kiko Lake, to a quaint little resort for only just a day. On now through Happy Valley and the Ice Caves, and up to Terror Mountain's peak. Bundled and wrapped tightly, in the chilled wind does not seep.

Look, now he's in Roo Island, and on to Tyrannia too! He's resting in a cave lodge, enjoying a nice Tyrannian stew. O, i just know he's thinking of what else there is to be seen.
The concert hall, the mediocrity wheel, and the giant omelette too, it never ends, it would seem!
Now our tusk is back at home, safe in bed and comfy. Perhaps he'll set out tomorrow, maybe in a week. One thing, though, is for sure - our traveling Tuskaninny cannot be beat!

Simon and the Snowager
by unfreeze_xlinger2

There once was Tuskaninny,
Simon was his name.
He wanted to hunt for treasure
And see what he could claim.

He collected Neggs
And heard a great rumour.
That the Snowager had a stash,
An idea he thought he'd humour.

He slipped into the cavern
Where the Snowager laid sleeping.
And found a mountain of Neggs
That the Snowager was keeping.

But, unfortunately for Simon
The Snowager woke up!
Causing the pile of treasure to fall
And leaving the Tuskaninny stuck.

Thinking Simon was apart of his collection
The Snowager tucked him away
And laid his head back down to rest,
Snoozing on Simon for the day.

The Resilient Tuskaninny
by sportyangel3338

This little Green Tuskaninny climbs every day
Higher and higher he goes, the more you play
Try to win before he reaches the top
Because this Tuskaninny is not going to stop

The peaks in Terror Mountain are covered in snow
Which climbing harder the higher he goes
Even when he falls, when you inevitably fail
He doesn’t let out even the slightest of wails

For this brave Tuskaninny cannot be defeated
No matter how many times his fall is repeated
Because even with all the falls there have been
Nothing compares to the games where he wins

He’s always been resilient, even as a pup
He’s proof to all the Tuskaninnies to never give up
Cliffhanger will always be his favorite game
And I guess you can say it’s his claim to fame

The Great Tuskaninny Race
by maculose

One, two, the race is on!
Tuskaninnies are swimming fast!
A Tyrannian one, ready at dawn,
Was planning on not getting last.

He swam real hard with focus on point,
Only one other was swimming close by.
He was Darigan with amazing joints.
He seemed like a serious guy.

As they swam, the other smiled,
An idea grew in his head.
“I’ll act like I’m hurt on the last mile.
Then it will be over and time for bed.”

The last mile was here and the plan began,
The Darigan one was ready.
He took a tumble and raised his hand,
While the Tyrannian one was going steady.

“Help! Help! I am hurt!
I need your assistance right now!”
He stopped real fast and was alert,
He needed to help, but how?

“Thank you for coming, will you help me up?
We can finish the race together!”
As he approached, it was just his luck,
Because he sped away with the weightlessness of a feather.

He couldn’t believe what the other had done.
He quickly sped up to finish the race.
This amazing race was no longer fun,
There was a frown that appeared on his face.

As he approached the end and saw his foe,
He noticed something was off.
He thought to ignore because it was all show,
And looked away with a scoff.

He soon swam by but the other was sad,
There was a large scar that appeared on his fin.
He wanted to finish really quite bad,
He was so close to going away with the win.

He turned around and grabbed the other,
And they finished the race as a team.
He carried him well like he was his brother,
Regardless of his foe being mean.

“Why did you do this? I wasn’t nice!”
His foe had said real loud.
“You could have won but paid the price,
I am not all feeling that proud.”

The Tyrannian one actually smiled,
“I still won the race, but this is more.
We won this together on the last mile,
And boy this wasn’t a bore!”

The lesson he learned was quite the feat.
Be the light even when others are not.
Lead by example to those you meet.
This lesson should always be taught.

Tyrannian Tuskanninny
by justin_967

A Tyrannian Tuskanniny’s tusks
are a sharp as they are long.
Whether it's morning, noon or dusk,
they make such nifty prongs.

A Tyrannian Tuskanniny’s mane
is as soft as it thick.
You might think that’s because they’re vain
But it’s natural when you’re Triassic!

A Tyrannian Tuskanniny’s tail
is as strong as it is fast.
When swimming it will never fail-
a force you can't look past!

A Tyrannian Tuskanniny’s heart
is as big as it is good.
It might look like it could tear you apart
but really, it’s just misunderstood.