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	It's Halloween Neopia was, by most counts, an enjoyable place to grow up... by xakemii
	The Dice of Destiny Jacques looked up from where he was scrutinising a map of the west Coral Sea with his companions, one eyebrow raised at the boisterous Usul standing in the doorway. by sporty2443
	One Scary Night Pealightfull and Acraim had been looking forward to Halloween for weeks, and they could barely contain their excitement in the days leading up to it. Collab with dafsy_ by qeenoneo
	Nina and the Pumpkin Man As Nina stared down the creepy porcelain Angelpuss figurine on the shelf in the antique shop (and somehow, it seemed to stare back), she found herself thinking that maybe she... by stella_123_5
	Deep – A Moltara Ghost Story The Daedelon II groaned and shuddered in protest as it bore deeper into the ground... by dennykins
	Ilere's Apprentice I often wonder - would my life be any different if I hadn't strayed from the path that night? by id_24
	Mystery of Halloween He flew backwards to face his earthbound sibling, pastel wings flapping lazily as he drifted along tendrils of autumn wind. by bunelle
	The Secret Halloween Bash It was a beautiful, sunny Autumn day. Perfect even to the most seasonal enthusiasts, meeting each of the staples that make the season so great...Collab with kindnessx by greencheese79

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Your Guide to Trick-or-Treating in the Haunted Woods

Halloween is a wonderful time of year, full of all kinds of fun treats. Many Neopians look forward to this celebration all year. The Haunted Woods is the place to be this season. There are spooky delights beyond your wildest dreams to be found, but it's fraught with frights that could catch travellers unaware. Werelupes prowl the woods, ghosts haunt the scattered graveyards, and some say the Deserted Fairground is rigged to steal your hard-earned Neopoints! Here are 13 known dangers to keep an eye out for as you explore these dreadful woods, as well as a few tips to maximize your treats and minimize the tricks. Esophagor RAWRRR! A gaping hole in the ground screams as you wander towards the gates of the Haunted Woods. It gives you quite a fright at first, but when you take a closer look, you spot two glowing red dots staring back at you. The realization dawns: you’ve stumbled upon the infamous Esophagor. As you cautiously approach him, the creature bellows, "MUST... EAT..." Don’t worry, he doesn’t mean you (hopefully). He’s just hungry for some spooky food items and wants to send you on a quest. Do not accept, and I repeat, do not accept his quests! This will waste valuable trick-or-treating time. Here are a few survival tips: The Esophagor is rooted to the spot, so if you tiptoe carefully around him, you’ll be safe. If a trick-or-treat bag happens to be nearby, grab it quickly while your partner distracts him, maybe with a little dance or some dramatic gestures.

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Your Guide to Trick-or-Treating with Pirate Pets
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Team Sloth Strikes
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