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	A Darigan Out of Water It was the first day of summer in Meridell. Neopians donning sun hats and light tunics strolled side-by-side while laughing children ran throug... by parody_ham
	Lost Possibilities Lisha surreptitiously wiped the drops from her glasses as the spell faded away. She hoped, once, that just as she emerged from the future, others would... by likelife96
	The Beach Guardian Blumrah rolled his eyes before turning his attention to an abandoned Neocola can half-buried beneath the sand. The Water Blumaroo retrieved the... by hfallyn
	King Skarl's Donation Dome King Skarl's visit to Dacardia, inspired by the Donation Dome event in Tales of Dacardia. by weiyannn
	Daniel’s Weekend at the Beach Daniel the Bruce was the most winter-loving Neopian there ever was. He was born in the foothills of Terror Mountain, was painted Christmas, and enjoyed contributing to the Month of Celebrating festivities every year by volunteering to... by revidove
	Riches & Reality on Krawk Island In the paradise of Krawk Island, with ocean breezes, gentle waves lapping at the beach, and a clear blue sky, a bored Pirate Krawk idly flicked bronze Dubloons into a tin cup with despair. by drziggs
	Mynci’s Beach: Sand, Sun, and Second Chances The sun rose over the shoreline of Mystery Island, spilling warm light across the sand where laughter was already beginning to echo... by kindnessx
	A Coconut JubJub Finds Meaning on Mystery Island The sand felt soft under her feet, yet not as soft as what she had previously imagined. At least the view was mesmerising. by sockies

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A Vendor’s Guide to Beachside Sales, Sand, & Survival

The following guide was recorded by an Island Vandagyre, Cora Lowena, a Licensed Beach Vendor on Mystery Island. For aspiring vendors for the upcoming summer season. During the summer months on Mystery Island, tourist activity increases significantly. From the long lines at Tombola to the questionable concoctions created at the Cooking Pot, there are many attractions that Neopians indulge in. I am here to remind you that even though they are here to “relax,” commerce does not stop. Following this guide will ensure you are well prepared for the influx of tourists looking to spend their Neopoints on interesting and one-of-a-kind wares—items only you can provide. On Setting Up a Proper Stall A successful day of sales—and an unsuccessful one—often boils down to location. Placement on the beach matters. With daily setup, you will quickly learn which areas of the beach work best for both you and your customers. However, there are some general notes I would adhere to: - While setting up close to the water sounds like a great idea to catch Neopians having fun, a rogue wave (or an overconfident Jetsam) will surely strike during the day, which will result in loss of inventory and possibly the Neopoints you made. - Setting up further inland might protect you from pesky sand particles and Neopians dripping water onto your product, but it doesn’t protect you from...

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