thejoker1986 Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I myself was surprised by this. Seems like TNT is trying to keep us busy and push everyone to buy NC. Well I guess in TNTs defense voting until the last 9 semi finalists is totally up to your TNT peers. I personally am gonna wait a day or two before I start decorating my Neopet to enter it. Also, I have a pet with a name that may or may not get me in trouble. Seeing that they seem to be cracking down on pet names lately. I think I will refrain from entering that pet into this contest and drawing more attention to it. Just some thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tempdisplay Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 It gives us something to do... And a free Customisable item :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepti M. Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I personally do not like the idea at all, and only entered my pet because of the fact of the free item. I think TNT is trying as hard as they can to get us to buy NC, instead of focusing on activities that would interest more people, and be...fully enjoyed around the world. (Some people can't buy NC because that part of the site is not available to their country) *starts chanting* GIVE ME A PLOT. GIVE ME A PLOT. xD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanooki Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I'm rather excited for it to be honest. I've never really been into customizing pets, but this gives me some incentive. I doubt I will win anything, but it still sounds fun! I made one for the Out on the Town and one for the Wacky ... Kind of. Either way, I'm enjoying seeing my Nimmo as a giant Hot Dog. I am tempted to make him look upset because I know I'd be if I were in his situation. xD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephie23 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Im not a big fan on the customization, especially considering I cant customize my maraquan chomby, or baby uni -_- ... so I dont really like it (BRING ON A PLOT!!! :P) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katika Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Well I think its obviously a way to get people to buy neocash... So... good for those who can afford it. Myself, I can keep going without winning that hehehe.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blurrz Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 It annoys me. It's clearly focusing on the customization aspect of Neopets, and we already had enough means to represent that already, with the Customization Spotlight and Notable Neopet... this is just a move so people can buy more Neocash items, and to up the popularity of Clothing items as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanooki Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Of course it is a way to get people to use Neocash. But, honestly, there are over 600 NP items that are wearable, and that's just for the Bloomaroo. Everyone wants there to be a plot, but I am really starting to get annoyed at how much people are complaining. You don't have to use NC, you don't have to participate. At least it is something to do. Neopets is a business after all, but at least everything in the site is still open to you whether you pay or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celticheavens Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I'm not too keen on the idea too... I think it's just a way of distracting the neopians for not releasing a proper plot -.- I do like the idea of a free wearble or item each time you enter (even if it's for fun though). So I'll just be stealing the items then; no harm done XD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blurrz Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Of course it is a way to get people to use Neocash. But, honestly, there are over 600 NP items that are wearable, and that's just for the Bloomaroo. Everyone wants there to be a plot, but I am really starting to get annoyed at how much people are complaining. You don't have to use NC, you don't have to participate. At least it is something to do. Neopets is a business after all, but at least everything in the site is still open to you whether you pay or not. Well that's just a matter of opinion. If someone wanted to customize their neopets, they wouldn't need the Style Showdown to give themselves motivation. Like, i'm not angry at this at all, there's other stuff to do of course, but this just seems really forced. And for goodness sake.. Neopets is far from being a business. It's where people come to escape from reality and play games. And if it was considered to be a business, you'd expect a lot more content then they have now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naalaro Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 A great way for neopets to introduce the possibilites and personalised creativity in the realm of customiation. I've always thought that customization was the best change TNT made to the site, and seriously, was wondering when they would start a 'global' contest so to speak. Looks like its finally here now. It'll be great if this would be an annual thing :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashbash Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I entered my pet just for the free item. It's not really something I'm interested in but I'm sure a lot of other people will love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanooki Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Well that's just a matter of opinion. If someone wanted to customize their neopets, they wouldn't need the Style Showdown to give themselves motivation. Like, i'm not angry at this at all, there's other stuff to do of course, but this just seems really forced. And for goodness sake.. Neopets is far from being a business. It's where people come to escape from reality and play games. And if it was considered to be a business, you'd expect a lot more content then they have now. Totally. That's why they have ads, real life item lines(plushies, clothing, school items, accessories to name a few), paid premium, neocash etc. Just because it is an escape and a place to play games does not mean it is a not a business. As for motivations for customizing ... I honestly haven't been that interested before, so it gave me motivation. *shrugs* Maybe it was just odd timing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noog Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 This is basically one of neopets' worst ideas to get the United States' children's money EVER. As previously mentioned, some people can't even buy NC, and the only good customizable items that aren't bought with NC are really expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackcatmagic2003 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I like customizing my pets, but the items I do use are bought from NPs; only a few are bought with NC. I entered the contest, but only because I wanted the free item. I'll be entering the next two for the exact same reason as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovedwallflower Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Everyone wants there to be a plot, but I am really starting to get annoyed at how much people are complaining. You don't have to use NC, you don't have to participate. At least it is something to do. Neopets is a business after all, but at least everything in the site is still open to you whether you pay or not. its not just about the plot tanooki. i dont understand why TNT keeps shoving Neocash down our throats when it is not available to everyone (namely me). if you're going to focus so much on one aspect of the site they really should make it universal. i know neopets is a business, and as such it must take into consideration the feedback of its clients re: plots, more avatars and neocash. it just seems unreasonable to practically alienate people who dont have NC in their countries. :S just my two cents Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepti M. Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Of course it is a way to get people to use Neocash. But, honestly, there are over 600 NP items that are wearable, and that's just for the Bloomaroo. Everyone wants there to be a plot, but I am really starting to get annoyed at how much people are complaining. You don't have to use NC, you don't have to participate. At least it is something to do. Neopets is a business after all, but at least everything in the site is still open to you whether you pay or not. True, but they have premium, ads and things like that. Also, neocash is not available to many countries, so they can't fully enjoy the activity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashy4 Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Also, I have a pet with a name that may or may not get me in trouble. Seeing that they seem to be cracking down on pet names lately. I think I will refrain from entering that pet into this contest and drawing more attention to it. Bahahah! That's the best name ever! Very clever I do say. I'm personally against dressing up our neopets anyways. They've been naked for so many years why change it now? I don't dress up my real life cat, why would I want to dress up my virtual life pets? (I guess the fact that they couldn't attack you would be a decent reason... Moving on...) I'm not buying anything from the NC mall, nor will I get my pet all decked out just to lose. you need a minmum of three things on your pet to get the free item, and that's just what I'll do. As soon as it's done my pets shall revert back looking the way that they were created... Well... At least my Ogrin will... Anyone know have a red xweetok potion they want to donate? Hahaha... Stupid lab ray... I just wanted higher endurance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deepti M. Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Well... At least my Ogrin will... Anyone know have a red xweetok potion they want to donate? Hahaha... Stupid lab ray... I just wanted higher endurance! Keep zapping until you get a xweetok? :P Good luck on getting a potion. And pssh. My friends cat would never beat me up if I tried to dress him up. *shifty eyes* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caliama Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Personally, I think this whole customization thing is getting really annoying. =/ I entered for the freebie cuz I love freebies. xD They take up room in my SDB, and the packrat avvie comes ever closer. =P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shiranui_xiii Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 Even though I live in the US, I still can't get Neocash because no stores in the area carry the NC cards. Neopets seems to be putting more of an emphasis on NC lately. Anyhow, I did enter my Xweetok for the free item, like a lot of other people. :laughingsmiley: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Ryan Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I really hate the whole idea of it. This means we won't have a plot until atleast after winter, because TNT will throw in a Daily Dare when this is over. I'd rather have a plot, whether it fails or not. Yes, I joined. Only for the item. But now I realize that was a mitake and a step backwards to the grand plan. TNT want us to join so they tempt us with an item. That way when it's over, and we complain, they can hold the numbers of how many people participated in our faces. They're smarter than I thought and I underestimated them. It's back to the drawing board now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanooki Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 If there is someone who does want to participate due to unavailable Neocash, so long as I have gift boxes and you are willing to reimburse me via paypal or the like, I'd be happy to buy and send some items for you. I'm pretty sure I'm the only person who buys Neocash cards from my local CVS. Heh. Or if you don't trust me (seeing how you don't know me, so it is totally understandable), why not make that arrangement with someone you are more comfortable with? I suppose I am just annoyed by everyone complaining because I am actually excited and interested in this, and it makes me feel like everyone is spoiling my fun. I am spending my own money and NP because it is fun and I feel like I have a knack for it. But as Phil said, it is all opinion. So everyone is entitled to saying how they feel. Pouting and yelling about it isn't going to do anyone any good, though. Hopefully the extra time means that they will have a super spiffy plot planned. Kind of like how they push back release dates for games and movies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Ryan Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 It's not so much that I hate this plot, I hate TNT, and everyone has really been wanting a plot, so when they made this it just really infuriated me and alot of people. IT'S TNT! THEY'RE TAKING OVER OUR MINDS AND WALLETS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C.A.V. Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I entered Takanuva__37. I like winning nice prizes and freebies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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