The Void Within: "Lost in the Dark – Finding the Light"

Welcome back, Neopians!
The Lost in the Dark – Finding the Light campaign relaunches The Void Within with Episode 2, Act 3: Chapters 8–11 on August 4, 2025, pulling us back into Neopia’s epic struggle against the immutable, grey, and shadowy shades threatening to overtake the planet.
As we eagerly anticipate the unfolding of this chapter, it’s important to note that, due to recent resource reallocation towards site fixes, new features, and security enhancements, we haven’t changed the gameplay experience much in this upcoming release. However, you will have more chances to earn plot points and new exclusive rewards, redeemable from the Prize Shop through a blend of story, activities, puzzles, and games. We’ve also designed a Battledome Guild Challenge for you to compete against your Neofriends, with extra rewards on offer.
Here’s your guide to navigating the updated release, maximising your efforts, and shining as a hero in this darkened world.
Your understanding and continued support are truly appreciated as we work to enhance your gaming experience.
Join Battledome Guild Challenge to Win the Grand Prize (Aug 8 - 31)
Join or create a Guild and register by August 8 to compete in Neopia’s fiercest showdown. Rally your Neofriends to all battledome challengers from August 8 to 31, 2025. The top 3 Guilds and individuals' will receive the grand prize, so strategise to dominate the leaderboard. Register now and lead your Guild to triumph!
Rules of the competition:
- Join an existing Guild or create a new one and invite friends to join through our in-game Guild system.
(Check out these tips on how to create or join a Guild.) - Enroll your Guild in the competition by registering [here] no later than August 8, 2025.
- Prefer to participate solo?
No problem—you’ll be automatically enrolled as an individual, with no registration required. - Scoring for Guilds:
Regardless of your Guild’s size, only the top 50 members with the highest Battledome scores at the end of the campaign (August 31, 2025) will count toward your Guild’s total score.
Example: If your Guild has 200 members, only the top 50 members with the highest Battledome scores will contribute to the final Guild score. - Individual Scores:
Each participant’s accumulated Battledome score will be displayed on the Battledome record page (lower right corner; only challenger scores are included, not 2-player scores). - Scoring Period:
Only Battledome scores earned during the promotion period will be counted. A snapshot of everyone’s score will be taken at 00:00 PST on August 8 and at 23:59 PST on August 31. The difference between these two scores will be your final score for the campaign. - Leaderboard & Rewards:
The top 20 Guilds and top 20 individuals will be announced weekly on the New Features page (every Friday), so you can track your progress. At the end of the campaign, the top 3 Guilds and top 3 individuals will receive special rewards. - Prize Eligibility:
Each account can win only once in each category (Guild and Individual are separate categories).
Only members of the top 3 Guilds who have accumulated at least 2,500 new Battledome score during the campaign will receive a prize. - Special Avatar Reward:
Anyone who accumulates at least 2,500 new Battledome score during the campaign will earn a new avatar, regardless of Guild participation. - Prize Distribution:
All prizes will be distributed within one month after the campaign ends. - Questions?
Please refer to the FAQ [here].
Battledome Guild Challenge Prizes:
Guild Prize
- Top 1: Earth Sceptre
- Top 2 : Water Sceptre
- Top 3: Air Sceptre
Individual Prize
- Top 1: Xantan Slime Amulet x 1
- Top 2: Zapatron 4000 x 1
- Top 3: Tri-Scimitar x 1
How to Earn Plot Points Across Neopia
Starting from August 4, 2025, log into Neopets.com to access the plot hub, where your progress will be tracked. Earn plot points through: (These may be adjusted throughout the plot depending on balancing.)
- Story Chapters
Read new comic chapters and narrative updates, earning one plot point per page. Some pages may also grant prize items, deepening your connection to the story. - Battledome Challenges
Face new powerful opponents in the Battledome with battle prizes to strengthen your arsenal. Don't forget to join the Battledome Guild Challenge to win extra rewards! - Volunteering & Community Tasks
Volunteer at NeoHospital with your pet. Community efforts, like Void Essence collection, unlock bonus points at milestones. - Achievements & Fearless Deeds
Complete special objectives or milestones for 10-100 plot points per achievement, adding an extra layer of challenge and reward to your journey. - Mini-Games & Puzzles
Please stay tuned! There will be new games and puzzles to enjoy
Unlock Exclusive Treasures: Prize Shop Rewards
The Prize Shop offers a range of exclusive items to spend your hard-earned plot points on:
- Juni Jumper
- Void Essence Rock Candy
- Potion of Healing
- Tavi Bobblehead
- Luxinia Snowglobe
- Your Guide to Spelunking
- Luperus Plushie
- Rainbow Sticky Hand Stamp
- Negg Faerie Doll
- Grey Warf
- Strange Metal Usuki
As some rewards—like wearables and paint brushes—are exclusive to this event, be strategic in how you spend your plot points!
Log in to help find a way to bring the colour back to the lands of Neopia! Whether you’re collecting essences, battling shades, or solving puzzles, every plot point brings Neopia closer to the light. Visit the plot hub for daily updates and start your journey today!
Epic NC Item Boosters
Power up your adventure with exclusive NC items starting August 4, 2025! Grab Dr. Landelbrot’s Void Attractor Prototype to automatically claim Void Essence daily. Snag a Plot Prize Fortune Cookie for an extra prize from the Prize Shop. Double or even triple your Plot Points for a week with the Plot Points Fortune Cookie. Or, supercharge your pet’s training with the Deluxe Training Fortune Cookie, slashing training time for 10 days. Don’t miss these game-changing boosters—visit the NC Mall and make the most of your plot experience!
Exciting news ahead!
Get ready to expand your furry family with our upcoming extra pet slot. Stay tuned for more details and unleash a whole new level of fun!