Sweet Chaos: 5 Chocolate Disasters

     The Chocolate Ball They Tried to Hide

     Every year, on the 15th day of the Month of Gathering, the Chocolate Ball brings elite Neopets together for luxurious chocolate festivities. But during one particular year, perfection crumbled, according to sources who wish to remain anonymous.

     The official records tell a story of perfection: chocolate statues of every guest, fountains flowing with delicious cocoa, and laughter heard across the ballroom.

     But in reality, by mid-evening, things went south. The ballroom heat rose, and the mood turned uneasy as the elegant chocolate statues began to wobble and melt! Ears slid off, dresses and monocles drooped, and entire limbs collapsed into fudge puddles.

     A brave attendee recalled the chaos:

     “At first, I thought it was part of the display, and maybe they were trying something avant-garde,” admitted the disgruntled attendee. “But then I realized… my chocolate self was face-planting into the floor. Have you ever watched your own face slowly drip off your body? It was horrifying!”

     Many guests tried to leave early, but the chaos continued. Fountains near the exits spurted chocolate onto their meticulously crafted gowns and tuxedos. While some escaped the ball unscathed, many staggered out sticky and humiliated.

     In the end, the mysterious Kiko host denied any wrongdoing. Many suspect the Chocolate Factory paid handsomely to hide the event, fearing a “meltdown scandal” would ruin chocolate’s luxury reputation. So, was it sabotage, contaminated chocolate, poor planning, or Meepits? We may never know.

     When the Volcano Spilled Cocoa

     Talk about hot fudge! Tyrannian chefs long ago attempted to transform a volcano into the world’s largest mug of hot cocoa. A genius use of a heat source, and delicious in concept…but maybe not the best idea to try at home.

     How the project began is still a mystery. Locals involved in the recipe refused to share their secrets—some out of pride, some out of shame. But what we do know is that the result was a disaster.

     The volcano erupted, and hot chocolate flowed down the slopes. Three huts disappeared under the fudge, and dozens of residents became trapped together. Others who managed to escape slipped and slid, unable to find footing. It wasn’t pretty when tails were tangled and fur glued together. Imagine trying to brush dried chocolate out of your matted fur! One group of unlucky Meercas spent hours glued together in a chocolatey embrace before they could be pulled apart.

     The villagers scrambled to contain the chaos. Some “helped” by eating as much as they could until they couldn’t stand another bite. Others called on the strongest Chombys and Grarrls to redirect the hot cocoa into a nearby river, which turned brown for weeks. Many refused to cross it, fearing they’d get stuck again (though a few adventurous snackers happily treated it as an all-you-can-eat buffet).

     It took weeks of endless scrubbing to clean the Plateau’s cliffs of their chocolate coating. Even then, the scent lingered. Some Neopians found reminders of chocolate nauseating; others declared it the tastiest natural disaster in history. And if you visit the volcano on a cold night, locals still claim you can catch a faint whiff of cocoa drifting in the air.

     Don’t Eat Me!

     Chocolate-painted Neopets look amazing… but unfortunately, also delicious. One unlucky Chocolate Jubjub at an early Chocolate Factory tasting event described a frightening moment with a shiver:

     “One second I was mingling near the chocolate bonbon samples, and the next, a Skeith lunged at me like I was the dessert! I barely had time to wobble away!”

     Thankfully, security rushed in and stopped the confused Skeith just in time.

     Since then, all Chocolate Neopets at chocolate-themed events are issued “Please Do Not Eat Me” badges. Supplies occasionally run out, so attendees are advised to bring their own. Signs also remind hungry Neopians to “Practice Safe Snacking” and look twice before taking a bite.

     The Altador Cup Fudge Fight

     During one year’s Altador Cup, vendors had a brilliant idea to introduce chocolate fan souvenirs: medals, coins, flags, and all types of goodies. Fans were excited for the new merch that looked delicious!

     However, there seemed to be some oversight regarding the day’s weather. Under the blazing sun, the treats quickly melted into sticky puddles. Fans who had bought these treats were disappointed to find their souvenirs melting and smearing all over their laps, clothes, and other merchandise.

     The grumbling quickly escalated, and AC fans—as some Neopets can attest— are already temperamental during events. It wasn’t long before a half-melted chocolate medal was flung at an opposing fan, sparking a full-blown fudge fight. Chocolate was hurled across the Colosseum, and several players refused to step onto the field until order was restored.

     Although it didn’t last long, this event led to a new rule: No chocolate merchandise in the stands.

     The Sweet Belt Incident

     In Y3, a team of Grundos at the Virtupets Space Station set out to answer the question: could they create a chocolate that could survive the perils of space?

     At first, the experiment was going well and looked promising. The moulded chocolate was steady and kept its shape, even under heat. Success! But then, the chocolate began to multiply.

     Small pieces that drifted off during testing stuck to walls, consoles, and the Grundos themselves. Within hours, the station’s halls were filled with floating chocolate dust. Helmets, control panels, and even boots became coated in cocoa. Cleaning only seemed to spread the mess, and Grundos opened doors and airlocks to remove the excess chocolate.

     Visitors in the observation deck were treated to a bizarre sight: chocolate clouds drifting past their 1,000 windows, sticking to everything in slow-motion zero gravity. For weeks afterward, Kreludor’s orbit held specks and chunks of chocolate. Astronomers called it “The Sweet Belt.”

     Thankfully, no Neopets were harmed, and the experiment ended quickly. The Grundos secured the station, but chocolate continued to drift through Kreludor’s orbit. Some adventurous visitors now view it as a curious tourist attraction, and a sweet reminder that some experiments can have long-lasting consequences.

     Chocolate may be sweet and comforting, but events like these are a reminder that it can also lead to disaster. So the next time you take a bite of a delicious chocolate treat, be glad you weren’t part of these sticky stories!