Short Stories

	Unearthed Faerie City bustled with activity as visitors and residents alike filled the streets to shop or run their errands. by black_skull725
	A Ghostly Halloween Party "Come join our Halloween party,” the two Wocky twins announced in unison as they stared into the Ghost Poogle's eyes. by ningkov1
	The Halloween Curse Two best friends find themselves deep in the Haunted Woods on Halloween night. What could possibly go wrong? by greencheese79
	All in Vain “...And the mirror whispered, “There’s only one way to get your beauty back.” by madam_scarlet
	Cold - A Terror Mountain Ghost Story There’s no such thing as cold. Maybe someone has told you this before: That cold is just the absence of heat, in the same way that darkness is the absence of light. by dennykins
	Trick or Cheat "Trick or Treat!” Little Timmy squealed with delight as the Neopians before him dropped several pieces of candy into his bag. by maddie_bangz
	Towards the Light The menacing crackle of energy arcing from Sophie’s raised staff fizzled out as an eerie sense of recognition spread over her. by salem_822
	The Tell-Tale Harmonica My name is Davidroy, a Darigan Techo from the far side of Neovia, but you can call me Dave. This is my tale of obsession, madness, and my dealings with a Dark Faerie on an eldritch Hallow’s Eve. by mamasimios

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"Towards the Light" by salem_822
The menacing crackle of energy arcing from Sophie’s raised staff fizzled out as an eerie sense of recognition spread over her. Standing in the doorway, a pale Grey Usul met the threat with a vacant stare. Even without the flicker of Sophie’s magic casting her face in a kaleidoscope of distorted shadows, she was a mere echo of Gilly — a twisted nightmare she couldn’t touch, couldn’t change, couldn’t escape. For an instant Sophie was a frightened child again; surrounded by hollow, ephemeral apparitions of everyone she’d known and loved. Confused, helpless, alone. “Sophie?” A hand grasped hers. Gilly’s. Tangible, solid, real. She carried the haunting impression of a broken doll coming to life, yet the glimmer of genuine concern in her glassy, bloodshot eyes drew Sophie like a flame; a flash of light that penetrated the veil of darkness colouring her perception. “What did you do? What is this?” She shaped her words to be sharp and certain, but they broke apart in her throat— coming out jagged and frantic. “I didn’t do anything! I mean, I don’t know… I woke up and I was like this.” Limp grey ears drooped backwards. “I know; I shouldn’t have bothered you. I’m sorry.”

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Spooky Petpets You Can Still Get!
In Issue 918 of the Neopian Times, I wrote an article about unconverted Spooky Petpets, ones that are no longer available...But there are lots of different Spooky Petpets which you can still purchase, some of which I’m sure you’ll like.

by _brainchild_

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The Best Halloween Parties in the Haunted Woods
Since arriving in Neopia, I’ve spent years sneaking into—er, I mean, receiving invitations to—some of the most exclusive Halloween parties in the Haunted Woods. And it took nearly two decades, but I’ve finally attended them all.

by thesecondringbearer

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Magnum Imperium: The Candidate
“I know you care about His Excellency. Are you worried for his health?” Aidan nodded, “Yes, I am. He’s not getting any younger, and they need a twelfth member.

by terpsichorean_writer

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Triccity's Travels: Mystery Island
The three of us girls headed for the boardwalk and our shopping commenced. The two sisters immediately pulled me into the racks, grabbing tops and dresses and draping them over their arms.

by 77thbigby

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Too Old for Halloween?
Trick-or-treating is for everyone!

by chocokelle

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A Totally Fruit-ening Haunted House
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