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NC Mall

2012-12-22T12:22:04Z

74.76.2.56: /* Other/Misc. */

{{construction|reason=Wikified update to NC Mall, properly explaining purpose and use}}

The '''NC Mall''' is a [[Neopets (website)|Neopets]] feature released into open beta on July 3, 2007, and officially launched . Its located in [[Neopia Central]]. It's operated by a Green [[Scorchio]].

Using this special online shop, users can spend real life money to buy ''Neocash'' (''NC'' for short). Users transfer money through [[Wikipedia:Paypal|Paypal]]. All items bought from the NC Mall had an expiration date of 180 days (90 during Beta), yet an update occurred on December 14, 2007, in which the majority of items no longer have a expiration date. There's also a [[Petpet Park NC Mall]] in [[Petpet Park]].

==Neocash==
:NeoCash is the system of virtual currency accepted by the NC mall. NeoCash can be obtained through PayPal, or by NeoCash cards. (''see below'') There has been controversy about spending real money over Neopoints, but The Neopets Team insists this is purely an extra feature, not necessary to use the Neopets website. Every $1 equals 100 NeoCash. You can win neocash from the Qasalan Expellibox.

==Neocash Card==
On October 17, 2007, the '''Neocash Card''' began their circulation in [[Wikipedia:Target Corporation|Target]] stores. The cards were sold for $10 or $25, each giving their respective amounts and eight different designs. For every Neocash card redeemed, a virtual item is given which couldn't be received anywhere else, and with all $25 cards an additional 150 NC was given when redeemed. In the United States, Neocash Cards can also be purchased at 7-Eleven, CVS Pharmacy, and selected Walmart stores.

:{|border=1
!style="background:silver" width="150"|NC Card Price
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$10
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$25
|-
!style="background:silver"|NC Payout
|style="text-align: center"|1000 NC
|style="text-align: center"|2500 NC
|-
!style="background:silver"|Designs
|
*Red [[Scorchio]]
*[[Illusen]]
*[[Usul]]
*[[Mynci]]
|
*[[King Altador]]
*[[Fyora]]
*[[Dr. Frank Sloth]]
*[[Isca]]
|}

==Departments==
As of September 2010, these are the different shops that make up the NC Mall:

*'''NC Mall Accessories Shop''' - [[White]] [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: sells items such as hats, wings, face paints, wigs, and hand-held items.
*'''NC Mall Background Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Nimmo]] shopkeeper: sells backgrounds featuring locations all over [[Neopia]].
*'''NC Mall Birthday Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Acara]] shopkeeper: sells items relating to the NC Mall's birthday. Only appears in July.
*'''NC Mall Clothing/Shoes Shop''' - [[Brown]] [[Usul]] shopkeeper: sells items that are worn directly directly on the body such as shirts, dresses, jackets, and trousers.
*'''NC Mall [[Daily Dare]] Shop''' - Sells items relating to [[Aristotle A. Avinroo|AAA]], [[Abigail]], [[Lulu]], and open only during the Daily Dare event.
*'''NC Mall Elite Boutique Shop''' - [[Red]] [[Kacheek]] shopkeeper: only accounts over 49 months have access to the exclusive items sold here.
*'''NC Mall [[Faerie]] Shop''' - [[Air Faerie]] shopkeeper: sells [[Faerie]] items such as clothes, trinkets, backgrounds, and [[furniture]].
*'''NC Mall Fall Shop''' - [[Green]] [[Blumaroo]] shopkeeper: sells autumn-themed items, including limited edition items only available until the shop closes in November.
*'''NC Mall Green Shop''' - [[Illusen]] shopkeeper, sells St. Patrick's Day/Green themed items through early to mid March. Almost all items are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall [[Halloween]] Shop''' - Red [[Shoyru]] (previously Halloween [[Kiko]]) shopkeeper: sells Halloween items, including limited editions that are retired when the shop closes in early November.
*'''NC Mall Holiday Shop''' - [[Christmas]] [[Cybunny]] (previously Christmas [[Wocky]]) shopkeeper: sells Christmas and some winter related items, including limited editions only available until the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Limited Edition Shop''' - Red [[Hissi]] shopkeeper: sold limited edition items not connected with the annually returning shops.
*'''NC Mall Music and Sounds Shop''' - [[Orange]] [[Kougra]] shopkeeper: sells track music or sound effects with some appearing to eminate from physical items.
*'''NC Mall [[Negg]] Shop''' - [[Purple]] [[Meerca]] shopkeeper: opens around Easter and sells a variety of Easter-themed items including limited editions that retire once the shop is closed for the year.
*'''NC Mall [[Neohome]]s Addition Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Lutari]] shopkeeper: sells structures that can be added to the exterior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall Neohomes Furnishings Shop''' - [[Cloud]] [[Jetsam]] shopkeeper: sells furniture and decorations for the interior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall New Items Shop''' - [[Pink]] Lutari shopkeeper: displays only those items that have been recently added to the Mall.
*'''NC Mall Popular Shop''' - Red [[Xweetok]] shopkeeper: displays the current most popular items bought by NC Mall customers.
*'''NC Mall Speciality Shop''' - Yellow [[Lenny]] shopkeeper: sells unique items such as capsules, album skins, and [[New Game Challenge|New Game NC Challenge]] Game Tickets.
*'''NC Mall Spring Shop''' - Pink [[Kau]] shopkeeper: opens during the spring months and sells spring related (e.g. flowers) items, some of which are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall Style Showdown Shop''' - Purple [[Gelert]] shopkeeper: sells style packs designed to correspond with the [[Style Showdown]] themes.
*'''NC Mall Summer Shop''' - Yellow Xweetok shopkeeper: sells summer related items, some that retire when the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Superpack Shop''' - [[Shadow]] [[Mynci]] shopkeeper: sells collections of items that belong to an individual set at discount prices. Usually one item in each pack is only available if the entire set is purchased.
*'''NC Mall Thought Bubbles Shop''' - Brown Usul shopkeeper: sells tiny thought bubbles that reveal a Neopet's inner most feelings.
*'''NC Mall Trinket Shop''' - Yellow [[Elephante]] shopkeeper: sells items that are shown alongside the Neopets, instead of worn directly.
*'''NC Mall Valentines Shop''' - [[Chocolate]] Kacheek shopkeeper: opens only around Valentines Day and sells items relating to love, hearts, and the colour pink in general.
*'''NC Mall [[Virtupets Space Station|Virtupets]] Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Grundo]] shopkeeper: opened in conjunction with the [[The Return of Dr. Sloth]] plot.
*'''NC Mall Winter Shop''' - Yellow [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: opens during the winter months and sells winter related (e.g. snow) items.
*'''10th Birthday NC Mall Shop''' - Yellow Usul shopkeeper: opened in honour of Neopets 10th birthday.

==Games==
Starting in 2010, chance-like games were added that gave the option of exchanging Neocash tokens/tickets for random prizes.

*[[Jubjub Power Bounce]] - Added in June 2010, it is similar to pinball and ring toss. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Blumaroll]] - Added in March 2011, it requires the use of rolling a six-sided die. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Bigsby Shadington's Wonderclaw]] - Added in June 2011, it is similar to an arcade style claw machine.

Some site games such as [[Neopian Battlefield Legends]] and [[Habitarium]] have perks offered by payment with Neocash.

==Freebies==
As an enticement to lure newer players into potential Neocash purchasers, 150 NC was available to each starting account from 2008 until May 2009 when it was replaced with NC Mall Welcome Gift. This too was later replaced in July 2009 with the Spinning Star Mystery Capsule (worth 150 NC). The Spinning Star Mystery Capsule was retired in August 2012, and newly registered accounts since are now granted 150 NC . Since 2008, a free goodie bag or holiday themed item has been available seasonally.

===NC Mall Birthday===
*NC Mall Birthday Goodie Bag, first released in July 2008 to celebrate the first birthday of the NC Mall. It contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Silver NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 2 NP items.
*Red NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Elite NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released exclusively in the Elite Boutique, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag , released in July 2010, contained a Neocash discount code and 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday Blue Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday White Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.
*Second NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.

===Halloween===
*Halloween Goodie Bag, three were released in October 2008, they contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Creepy Spyder Coffin Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained one exclusive NC item.
*Korbats in the Meowclops Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained a Neocash discount code and 2 exclusive NC items.
*Glowing Jack-o-lantern Goodie Bag, released in October 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spooky Skull Goodie Bag, released in October 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ghost Melton Goodie Bag, released in October 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Christmas/Holiday===
*Sparkling Holiday Stocking, released in December 2008, contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*50 NC was available at the [[Advent Calendar]] on December 19, 2008.
*Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green Candy Striped Gift Box, released in December 2009, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Sweet Dreams Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ornament Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Advent Calendar JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-pack, released at the Advent Calendar on December 17, 2010, allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*Holly Tree Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Snowman Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Peppermint Goodie Bag, released in December 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Valentines Day===
*Valentines Goodie Box, released in February 2009, contained 2 NP items. ''(This item was later redrawn)''
*Golden Heart Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Hearts Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item
*Valentine Bow Goodie Bag, released in February 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Easter===
*Green Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink and Green Swirl Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items, and a chance of containing 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spring Gift Box, released in March 2010, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Pink Striped Plastic Negg, released in April 2011, contained 1 item which had to be exchanged at the [[Festival of Neggs]] event to receive 1 exclusive NC item.

===Neopets Birthday===
*Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2011 to celebrate the 12th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Blue Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2012 to celebrate the 13th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Other/Misc.===
Items or Neocash which were "free" but involved interaction with a plot or special event to qualify for such items or Neocash are not listed, as they were not truly "free".
*NC Mall Welcome Gift, released in May 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contained 1-4 random NC items. Retired in July 2009.
*Spinning Star Mystery Capsule, released in July 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contains 1-4 random NC items, and is also available in the NC Mall for 150 NC.
*Shining Purple Gift Box with Silver Bow, released in November 2009 to honor American Thanksgiving. Allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-Pack, released in June 2010, was re-released in August 2011. Allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*150 NC was available for free in July 2010 as a prize inside of a free goodie bag on [[Petpet Park]]. Apart of a 1 year birthday promotion for Petpet Park.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget, released in July 2011 as a free prize in [[Altador Cup]] VI. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.*
*Castle Nox Corridor of Chance Key 1-Pack, released only on October 5, 2011 to honor [[Hubrid Nox]] memorial day. Allowed 1 free play of '''Castle Nox Corridor of Chance'''.
*100 NC was released through [http://monkeyquest.com/ Monkey Quest] as a promotion in December 2011 (ran through February 2012.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget 1-pack, released in December 2011 through the [[Advent Calendar]]. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.[http://images.neopets.com/homepage/promo/2011/mall/wonderclaw-advent.jpg]
*Bigsby Shadingtons Hat released in December 2011, is the first standalone NC item to be available exclusively through an event (Advent Calendar)
*Real Negg Faerie Wings, released in December 2012 through the Advent Calendar. Interestingly, this item is identical to the Yurble Negg Faerie Wings released in April 2012 as an NC event item in the [[Festival of Neggs]] (same item, different name). [[TNT]] realized this on December 12th, and changed the item's name, description, and image to that of "Homemade Lavender Faerie Wings".[http://www.neopets.com/nf.phtml?nf_date=2012-12-10]
*Holiday Secret Meepit Stach Plan 1-Pack, was released in December 2012 through the Advent Calendar.
*Holiday Mohawk, was released in December 2012 through the Advent Calendar.

* Required selecting a team, but did not require any points to be scored. (considered truly free)

==Controversy==
When the NC Mall first opened, items would expire in 180 days and many users disliked the idea of paying real money for something that would be taken away in 6 months. Since then none of the NC items on the site can expire, with the obvious exception of one-use items like game tickets and Mystery Capsules (which disappear after being opened). The NC [[NeoBoard]] occasionally has topics made by those protesting the idea of buying items with real currency as opposed to [[Neopoints]], stating that it breaks the promise that Neopets will be a free site.

==Trivia==
*During the official opening of the NC Mall, the image link in Neopia Central had animated flood lights and a giant float of the Green Scorchio as a large line strung out from the shops entrance.
*The most expensive item to buy from the NC Mall is the ''Down With NC Flag'', pricing at 5000 NC points, while the cheapest is ''I Heart NC Flag'', priced at 25 NC. This is an obvious joke on the part of [[The Neopets Team]], requiring users who want to proclaim their dislike of the NC Mall to buy the most expensive item.
*Category and images descriptions were added to the item categories on September 15, 2007, in order to better explain their content to users.
*On September 18, 2007, the NC Mall became available to English users in [[Wikipedia:Singapore|Singapore]], [[Wikipedia:Australia|Australia]], the [[Wikipedia:United Kingdom|United Kingdom]] and other countries.
*A special giveaway for Neocash Cards began on October 17, 2007.[http://www.neopets.com/mall/giveaway.phtml] Another giveaway was held in late 2011.[http://www.nickgamecard.com/giveaway/?ref=1]

==External links==
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/shop.phtml NC Mall - ''Main'']
*[http://www.neopets.com/s/index.phtml?cat_id=51 Neopets FAQ - ''NC Mall'']
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/splash.phtml Neocash Card Info]
*'''Selected Fansites:''' [http://sunnyneo.com/ncmall.php Sunnyneo - NC Mall Beta]
*'''Selected Petpages:''' [http://www.neopets.com/~sarika_ambrielle sarika_ambrielle]

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NC Mall

2012-12-15T16:07:15Z

74.76.2.56: /* Christmas/Holiday */

{{construction|reason=Wikified update to NC Mall, properly explaining purpose and use}}

The '''NC Mall''' is a [[Neopets (website)|Neopets]] feature released into open beta on July 3, 2007, and officially launched . Its located in [[Neopia Central]]. It's operated by a Green [[Scorchio]].

Using this special online shop, users can spend real life money to buy ''Neocash'' (''NC'' for short). Users transfer money through [[Wikipedia:Paypal|Paypal]]. All items bought from the NC Mall had an expiration date of 180 days (90 during Beta), yet an update occurred on December 14, 2007, in which the majority of items no longer have a expiration date. There's also a [[Petpet Park NC Mall]] in [[Petpet Park]].

==Neocash==
:NeoCash is the system of virtual currency accepted by the NC mall. NeoCash can be obtained through PayPal, or by NeoCash cards. (''see below'') There has been controversy about spending real money over Neopoints, but The Neopets Team insists this is purely an extra feature, not necessary to use the Neopets website. Every $1 equals 100 NeoCash. You can win neocash from the Qasalan Expellibox.

==Neocash Card==
On October 17, 2007, the '''Neocash Card''' began their circulation in [[Wikipedia:Target Corporation|Target]] stores. The cards were sold for $10 or $25, each giving their respective amounts and eight different designs. For every Neocash card redeemed, a virtual item is given which couldn't be received anywhere else, and with all $25 cards an additional 150 NC was given when redeemed. In the United States, Neocash Cards can also be purchased at 7-Eleven, CVS Pharmacy, and selected Walmart stores.

:{|border=1
!style="background:silver" width="150"|NC Card Price
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$10
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$25
|-
!style="background:silver"|NC Payout
|style="text-align: center"|1000 NC
|style="text-align: center"|2500 NC
|-
!style="background:silver"|Designs
|
*Red [[Scorchio]]
*[[Illusen]]
*[[Usul]]
*[[Mynci]]
|
*[[King Altador]]
*[[Fyora]]
*[[Dr. Frank Sloth]]
*[[Isca]]
|}

==Departments==
As of September 2010, these are the different shops that make up the NC Mall:

*'''NC Mall Accessories Shop''' - [[White]] [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: sells items such as hats, wings, face paints, wigs, and hand-held items.
*'''NC Mall Background Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Nimmo]] shopkeeper: sells backgrounds featuring locations all over [[Neopia]].
*'''NC Mall Birthday Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Acara]] shopkeeper: sells items relating to the NC Mall's birthday. Only appears in July.
*'''NC Mall Clothing/Shoes Shop''' - [[Brown]] [[Usul]] shopkeeper: sells items that are worn directly directly on the body such as shirts, dresses, jackets, and trousers.
*'''NC Mall [[Daily Dare]] Shop''' - Sells items relating to [[Aristotle A. Avinroo|AAA]], [[Abigail]], [[Lulu]], and open only during the Daily Dare event.
*'''NC Mall Elite Boutique Shop''' - [[Red]] [[Kacheek]] shopkeeper: only accounts over 49 months have access to the exclusive items sold here.
*'''NC Mall [[Faerie]] Shop''' - [[Air Faerie]] shopkeeper: sells [[Faerie]] items such as clothes, trinkets, backgrounds, and [[furniture]].
*'''NC Mall Fall Shop''' - [[Green]] [[Blumaroo]] shopkeeper: sells autumn-themed items, including limited edition items only available until the shop closes in November.
*'''NC Mall Green Shop''' - [[Illusen]] shopkeeper, sells St. Patrick's Day/Green themed items through early to mid March. Almost all items are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall [[Halloween]] Shop''' - Red [[Shoyru]] (previously Halloween [[Kiko]]) shopkeeper: sells Halloween items, including limited editions that are retired when the shop closes in early November.
*'''NC Mall Holiday Shop''' - [[Christmas]] [[Cybunny]] (previously Christmas [[Wocky]]) shopkeeper: sells Christmas and some winter related items, including limited editions only available until the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Limited Edition Shop''' - Red [[Hissi]] shopkeeper: sold limited edition items not connected with the annually returning shops.
*'''NC Mall Music and Sounds Shop''' - [[Orange]] [[Kougra]] shopkeeper: sells track music or sound effects with some appearing to eminate from physical items.
*'''NC Mall [[Negg]] Shop''' - [[Purple]] [[Meerca]] shopkeeper: opens around Easter and sells a variety of Easter-themed items including limited editions that retire once the shop is closed for the year.
*'''NC Mall [[Neohome]]s Addition Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Lutari]] shopkeeper: sells structures that can be added to the exterior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall Neohomes Furnishings Shop''' - [[Cloud]] [[Jetsam]] shopkeeper: sells furniture and decorations for the interior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall New Items Shop''' - [[Pink]] Lutari shopkeeper: displays only those items that have been recently added to the Mall.
*'''NC Mall Popular Shop''' - Red [[Xweetok]] shopkeeper: displays the current most popular items bought by NC Mall customers.
*'''NC Mall Speciality Shop''' - Yellow [[Lenny]] shopkeeper: sells unique items such as capsules, album skins, and [[New Game Challenge|New Game NC Challenge]] Game Tickets.
*'''NC Mall Spring Shop''' - Pink [[Kau]] shopkeeper: opens during the spring months and sells spring related (e.g. flowers) items, some of which are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall Style Showdown Shop''' - Purple [[Gelert]] shopkeeper: sells style packs designed to correspond with the [[Style Showdown]] themes.
*'''NC Mall Summer Shop''' - Yellow Xweetok shopkeeper: sells summer related items, some that retire when the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Superpack Shop''' - [[Shadow]] [[Mynci]] shopkeeper: sells collections of items that belong to an individual set at discount prices. Usually one item in each pack is only available if the entire set is purchased.
*'''NC Mall Thought Bubbles Shop''' - Brown Usul shopkeeper: sells tiny thought bubbles that reveal a Neopet's inner most feelings.
*'''NC Mall Trinket Shop''' - Yellow [[Elephante]] shopkeeper: sells items that are shown alongside the Neopets, instead of worn directly.
*'''NC Mall Valentines Shop''' - [[Chocolate]] Kacheek shopkeeper: opens only around Valentines Day and sells items relating to love, hearts, and the colour pink in general.
*'''NC Mall [[Virtupets Space Station|Virtupets]] Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Grundo]] shopkeeper: opened in conjunction with the [[The Return of Dr. Sloth]] plot.
*'''NC Mall Winter Shop''' - Yellow [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: opens during the winter months and sells winter related (e.g. snow) items.
*'''10th Birthday NC Mall Shop''' - Yellow Usul shopkeeper: opened in honour of Neopets 10th birthday.

==Games==
Starting in 2010, chance-like games were added that gave the option of exchanging Neocash tokens/tickets for random prizes.

*[[Jubjub Power Bounce]] - Added in June 2010, it is similar to pinball and ring toss. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Blumaroll]] - Added in March 2011, it requires the use of rolling a six-sided die. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Bigsby Shadington's Wonderclaw]] - Added in June 2011, it is similar to an arcade style claw machine.

Some site games such as [[Neopian Battlefield Legends]] and [[Habitarium]] have perks offered by payment with Neocash.

==Freebies==
As an enticement to lure newer players into potential Neocash purchasers, 150 NC was available to each starting account from 2008 until May 2009 when it was replaced with NC Mall Welcome Gift. This too was later replaced in July 2009 with the Spinning Star Mystery Capsule (worth 150 NC). The Spinning Star Mystery Capsule was retired in August 2012, and newly registered accounts since are now granted 150 NC . Since 2008, a free goodie bag or holiday themed item has been available seasonally.

===NC Mall Birthday===
*NC Mall Birthday Goodie Bag, first released in July 2008 to celebrate the first birthday of the NC Mall. It contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Silver NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 2 NP items.
*Red NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Elite NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released exclusively in the Elite Boutique, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag , released in July 2010, contained a Neocash discount code and 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday Blue Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday White Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.
*Second NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.

===Halloween===
*Halloween Goodie Bag, three were released in October 2008, they contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Creepy Spyder Coffin Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained one exclusive NC item.
*Korbats in the Meowclops Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained a Neocash discount code and 2 exclusive NC items.
*Glowing Jack-o-lantern Goodie Bag, released in October 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spooky Skull Goodie Bag, released in October 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ghost Melton Goodie Bag, released in October 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Christmas/Holiday===
*Sparkling Holiday Stocking, released in December 2008, contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*50 NC was available at the [[Advent Calendar]] on December 19, 2008.
*Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green Candy Striped Gift Box, released in December 2009, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Sweet Dreams Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ornament Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Advent Calendar JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-pack, released at the Advent Calendar on December 17, 2010, allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*Holly Tree Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Snowman Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Peppermint Goodie Bag, released in December 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Valentines Day===
*Valentines Goodie Box, released in February 2009, contained 2 NP items. ''(This item was later redrawn)''
*Golden Heart Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Hearts Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item
*Valentine Bow Goodie Bag, released in February 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Easter===
*Green Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink and Green Swirl Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items, and a chance of containing 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spring Gift Box, released in March 2010, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Pink Striped Plastic Negg, released in April 2011, contained 1 item which had to be exchanged at the [[Festival of Neggs]] event to receive 1 exclusive NC item.

===Neopets Birthday===
*Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2011 to celebrate the 12th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Blue Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2012 to celebrate the 13th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Other/Misc.===
Items or Neocash which were "free" but involved interaction with a plot or special event to qualify for such items or Neocash are not listed, as they were not truly "free".
*NC Mall Welcome Gift, released in May 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contained 1-4 random NC items. Retired in July 2009.
*Spinning Star Mystery Capsule, released in July 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contains 1-4 random NC items, and is also available in the NC Mall for 150 NC.
*Shining Purple Gift Box with Silver Bow, released in November 2009 to honor American Thanksgiving. Allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-Pack, released in June 2010, was re-released in August 2011. Allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*150 NC was available for free in July 2010 as a prize inside of a free goodie bag on [[Petpet Park]]. Apart of a 1 year birthday promotion for Petpet Park.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget, released in July 2011 as a free prize in [[Altador Cup]] VI. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.*
*Castle Nox Corridor of Chance Key 1-Pack, released only on October 5, 2011 to honor [[Hubrid Nox]] memorial day. Allowed 1 free play of '''Castle Nox Corridor of Chance'''.
*100 NC was released through [http://monkeyquest.com/ Monkey Quest] as a promotion in December 2011 (ran through February 2012.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget 1-pack, released in December 2011 through the [[Advent Calendar]]. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.[http://images.neopets.com/homepage/promo/2011/mall/wonderclaw-advent.jpg]
*Bigsby Shadingtons Hat released in December 2011, is the first standalone NC item to be available exclusively through an event (Advent Calendar)
*Real Negg Faerie Wings, released in December 2012 through the Advent Calendar. Interestingly, this item is identical to the Yurble Negg Faerie Wings released in April 2012 as an NC event item in the [[Festival of Neggs]] (same item, different name). [[TNT]] realized this on December 12th, and changed the item's name, description, and image to that of "Homemade Lavender Faerie Wings".[http://www.neopets.com/nf.phtml?nf_date=2012-12-10]

* Required selecting a team, but did not require any points to be scored. (considered truly free)

==Controversy==
When the NC Mall first opened, items would expire in 180 days and many users disliked the idea of paying real money for something that would be taken away in 6 months. Since then none of the NC items on the site can expire, with the obvious exception of one-use items like game tickets and Mystery Capsules (which disappear after being opened). The NC [[NeoBoard]] occasionally has topics made by those protesting the idea of buying items with real currency as opposed to [[Neopoints]], stating that it breaks the promise that Neopets will be a free site.

==Trivia==
*During the official opening of the NC Mall, the image link in Neopia Central had animated flood lights and a giant float of the Green Scorchio as a large line strung out from the shops entrance.
*The most expensive item to buy from the NC Mall is the ''Down With NC Flag'', pricing at 5000 NC points, while the cheapest is ''I Heart NC Flag'', priced at 25 NC. This is an obvious joke on the part of [[The Neopets Team]], requiring users who want to proclaim their dislike of the NC Mall to buy the most expensive item.
*Category and images descriptions were added to the item categories on September 15, 2007, in order to better explain their content to users.
*On September 18, 2007, the NC Mall became available to English users in [[Wikipedia:Singapore|Singapore]], [[Wikipedia:Australia|Australia]], the [[Wikipedia:United Kingdom|United Kingdom]] and other countries.
*A special giveaway for Neocash Cards began on October 17, 2007.[http://www.neopets.com/mall/giveaway.phtml] Another giveaway was held in late 2011.[http://www.nickgamecard.com/giveaway/?ref=1]

==External links==
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/shop.phtml NC Mall - ''Main'']
*[http://www.neopets.com/s/index.phtml?cat_id=51 Neopets FAQ - ''NC Mall'']
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/splash.phtml Neocash Card Info]
*'''Selected Fansites:''' [http://sunnyneo.com/ncmall.php Sunnyneo - NC Mall Beta]
*'''Selected Petpages:''' [http://www.neopets.com/~sarika_ambrielle sarika_ambrielle]

[[Category:Neopets Terminology]]
[[Category:Shops]]
[[Category:Neopets Extensions]]
[[Category:NC Mall|*]]

NC Mall

2012-12-12T15:30:20Z

74.76.2.56: /* Other/Misc. */ NC Freebie via Advent Calendar changed.

{{construction|reason=Wikified update to NC Mall, properly explaining purpose and use}}

The '''NC Mall''' is a [[Neopets (website)|Neopets]] feature released into open beta on July 3, 2007, and officially launched . Its located in [[Neopia Central]]. It's operated by a Green [[Scorchio]].

Using this special online shop, users can spend real life money to buy ''Neocash'' (''NC'' for short). Users transfer money through [[Wikipedia:Paypal|Paypal]]. All items bought from the NC Mall had an expiration date of 180 days (90 during Beta), yet an update occurred on December 14, 2007, in which the majority of items no longer have a expiration date. There's also a [[Petpet Park NC Mall]] in [[Petpet Park]].

==Neocash==
:NeoCash is the system of virtual currency accepted by the NC mall. NeoCash can be obtained through PayPal, or by NeoCash cards. (''see below'') There has been controversy about spending real money over Neopoints, but The Neopets Team insists this is purely an extra feature, not necessary to use the Neopets website. Every $1 equals 100 NeoCash. You can win neocash from the Qasalan Expellibox.

==Neocash Card==
On October 17, 2007, the '''Neocash Card''' began their circulation in [[Wikipedia:Target Corporation|Target]] stores. The cards were sold for $10 or $25, each giving their respective amounts and eight different designs. For every Neocash card redeemed, a virtual item is given which couldn't be received anywhere else, and with all $25 cards an additional 150 NC was given when redeemed. In the United States, Neocash Cards can also be purchased at 7-Eleven, CVS Pharmacy, and selected Walmart stores.

:{|border=1
!style="background:silver" width="150"|NC Card Price
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$10
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$25
|-
!style="background:silver"|NC Payout
|style="text-align: center"|1000 NC
|style="text-align: center"|2500 NC
|-
!style="background:silver"|Designs
|
*Red [[Scorchio]]
*[[Illusen]]
*[[Usul]]
*[[Mynci]]
|
*[[King Altador]]
*[[Fyora]]
*[[Dr. Frank Sloth]]
*[[Isca]]
|}

==Departments==
As of September 2010, these are the different shops that make up the NC Mall:

*'''NC Mall Accessories Shop''' - [[White]] [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: sells items such as hats, wings, face paints, wigs, and hand-held items.
*'''NC Mall Background Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Nimmo]] shopkeeper: sells backgrounds featuring locations all over [[Neopia]].
*'''NC Mall Birthday Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Acara]] shopkeeper: sells items relating to the NC Mall's birthday. Only appears in July.
*'''NC Mall Clothing/Shoes Shop''' - [[Brown]] [[Usul]] shopkeeper: sells items that are worn directly directly on the body such as shirts, dresses, jackets, and trousers.
*'''NC Mall [[Daily Dare]] Shop''' - Sells items relating to [[Aristotle A. Avinroo|AAA]], [[Abigail]], [[Lulu]], and open only during the Daily Dare event.
*'''NC Mall Elite Boutique Shop''' - [[Red]] [[Kacheek]] shopkeeper: only accounts over 49 months have access to the exclusive items sold here.
*'''NC Mall [[Faerie]] Shop''' - [[Air Faerie]] shopkeeper: sells [[Faerie]] items such as clothes, trinkets, backgrounds, and [[furniture]].
*'''NC Mall Fall Shop''' - [[Green]] [[Blumaroo]] shopkeeper: sells autumn-themed items, including limited edition items only available until the shop closes in November.
*'''NC Mall Green Shop''' - [[Illusen]] shopkeeper, sells St. Patrick's Day/Green themed items through early to mid March. Almost all items are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall [[Halloween]] Shop''' - Red [[Shoyru]] (previously Halloween [[Kiko]]) shopkeeper: sells Halloween items, including limited editions that are retired when the shop closes in early November.
*'''NC Mall Holiday Shop''' - [[Christmas]] [[Cybunny]] (previously Christmas [[Wocky]]) shopkeeper: sells Christmas and some winter related items, including limited editions only available until the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Limited Edition Shop''' - Red [[Hissi]] shopkeeper: sold limited edition items not connected with the annually returning shops.
*'''NC Mall Music and Sounds Shop''' - [[Orange]] [[Kougra]] shopkeeper: sells track music or sound effects with some appearing to eminate from physical items.
*'''NC Mall [[Negg]] Shop''' - [[Purple]] [[Meerca]] shopkeeper: opens around Easter and sells a variety of Easter-themed items including limited editions that retire once the shop is closed for the year.
*'''NC Mall [[Neohome]]s Addition Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Lutari]] shopkeeper: sells structures that can be added to the exterior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall Neohomes Furnishings Shop''' - [[Cloud]] [[Jetsam]] shopkeeper: sells furniture and decorations for the interior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall New Items Shop''' - [[Pink]] Lutari shopkeeper: displays only those items that have been recently added to the Mall.
*'''NC Mall Popular Shop''' - Red [[Xweetok]] shopkeeper: displays the current most popular items bought by NC Mall customers.
*'''NC Mall Speciality Shop''' - Yellow [[Lenny]] shopkeeper: sells unique items such as capsules, album skins, and [[New Game Challenge|New Game NC Challenge]] Game Tickets.
*'''NC Mall Spring Shop''' - Pink [[Kau]] shopkeeper: opens during the spring months and sells spring related (e.g. flowers) items, some of which are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall Style Showdown Shop''' - Purple [[Gelert]] shopkeeper: sells style packs designed to correspond with the [[Style Showdown]] themes.
*'''NC Mall Summer Shop''' - Yellow Xweetok shopkeeper: sells summer related items, some that retire when the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Superpack Shop''' - [[Shadow]] [[Mynci]] shopkeeper: sells collections of items that belong to an individual set at discount prices. Usually one item in each pack is only available if the entire set is purchased.
*'''NC Mall Thought Bubbles Shop''' - Brown Usul shopkeeper: sells tiny thought bubbles that reveal a Neopet's inner most feelings.
*'''NC Mall Trinket Shop''' - Yellow [[Elephante]] shopkeeper: sells items that are shown alongside the Neopets, instead of worn directly.
*'''NC Mall Valentines Shop''' - [[Chocolate]] Kacheek shopkeeper: opens only around Valentines Day and sells items relating to love, hearts, and the colour pink in general.
*'''NC Mall [[Virtupets Space Station|Virtupets]] Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Grundo]] shopkeeper: opened in conjunction with the [[The Return of Dr. Sloth]] plot.
*'''NC Mall Winter Shop''' - Yellow [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: opens during the winter months and sells winter related (e.g. snow) items.
*'''10th Birthday NC Mall Shop''' - Yellow Usul shopkeeper: opened in honour of Neopets 10th birthday.

==Games==
Starting in 2010, chance-like games were added that gave the option of exchanging Neocash tokens/tickets for random prizes.

*[[Jubjub Power Bounce]] - Added in June 2010, it is similar to pinball and ring toss. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Blumaroll]] - Added in March 2011, it requires the use of rolling a six-sided die. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Bigsby Shadington's Wonderclaw]] - Added in June 2011, it is similar to an arcade style claw machine.

Some site games such as [[Neopian Battlefield Legends]] and [[Habitarium]] have perks offered by payment with Neocash.

==Freebies==
As an enticement to lure newer players into potential Neocash purchasers, 150 NC was available to each starting account from 2008 until May 2009 when it was replaced with NC Mall Welcome Gift. This too was later replaced in July 2009 with the Spinning Star Mystery Capsule (worth 150 NC). The Spinning Star Mystery Capsule was retired in August 2012, and newly registered accounts since are now granted 150 NC . Since 2008, a free goodie bag or holiday themed item has been available seasonally.

===NC Mall Birthday===
*NC Mall Birthday Goodie Bag, first released in July 2008 to celebrate the first birthday of the NC Mall. It contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Silver NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 2 NP items.
*Red NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Elite NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released exclusively in the Elite Boutique, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag , released in July 2010, contained a Neocash discount code and 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday Blue Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday White Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.
*Second NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.

===Halloween===
*Halloween Goodie Bag, three were released in October 2008, they contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Creepy Spyder Coffin Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained one exclusive NC item.
*Korbats in the Meowclops Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained a Neocash discount code and 2 exclusive NC items.
*Glowing Jack-o-lantern Goodie Bag, released in October 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spooky Skull Goodie Bag, released in October 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ghost Melton Goodie Bag, released in October 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Christmas/Holiday===
*Sparkling Holiday Stocking, released in December 2008, contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*50 NC was available at the [[Advent Calendar]] on December 19, 2008.
*Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green Candy Striped Gift Box, released in December 2009, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Sweet Dreams Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ornament Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Advent Calendar JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-pack, released at the Advent Calendar on December 17, 2010, allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*Holly Tree Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
* Snowman Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Valentines Day===
*Valentines Goodie Box, released in February 2009, contained 2 NP items. ''(This item was later redrawn)''
*Golden Heart Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Hearts Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item
*Valentine Bow Goodie Bag, released in February 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Easter===
*Green Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink and Green Swirl Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items, and a chance of containing 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spring Gift Box, released in March 2010, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Pink Striped Plastic Negg, released in April 2011, contained 1 item which had to be exchanged at the [[Festival of Neggs]] event to receive 1 exclusive NC item.

===Neopets Birthday===
*Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2011 to celebrate the 12th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Blue Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2012 to celebrate the 13th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Other/Misc.===
Items or Neocash which were "free" but involved interaction with a plot or special event to qualify for such items or Neocash are not listed, as they were not truly "free".
*NC Mall Welcome Gift, released in May 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contained 1-4 random NC items. Retired in July 2009.
*Spinning Star Mystery Capsule, released in July 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contains 1-4 random NC items, and is also available in the NC Mall for 150 NC.
*Shining Purple Gift Box with Silver Bow, released in November 2009 to honor American Thanksgiving. Allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-Pack, released in June 2010, was re-released in August 2011. Allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*150 NC was available for free in July 2010 as a prize inside of a free goodie bag on [[Petpet Park]]. Apart of a 1 year birthday promotion for Petpet Park.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget, released in July 2011 as a free prize in [[Altador Cup]] VI. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.*
*Castle Nox Corridor of Chance Key 1-Pack, released only on October 5, 2011 to honor [[Hubrid Nox]] memorial day. Allowed 1 free play of '''Castle Nox Corridor of Chance'''.
*100 NC was released through [http://monkeyquest.com/ Monkey Quest] as a promotion in December 2011 (ran through February 2012.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget 1-pack, released in December 2011 through the [[Advent Calendar]]. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.[http://images.neopets.com/homepage/promo/2011/mall/wonderclaw-advent.jpg]
*Bigsby Shadingtons Hat released in December 2011, is the first standalone NC item to be available exclusively through an event (Advent Calendar)
*Real Negg Faerie Wings, released in December 2012 through the Advent Calendar. Interestingly, this item is identical to the Yurble Negg Faerie Wings released in April 2012 as an NC event item in the [[Festival of Neggs]] (same item, different name). [[TNT]] realized this on December 12th, and changed the item's name, description, and image to that of "Homemade Lavender Faerie Wings".[http://www.neopets.com/nf.phtml?nf_date=2012-12-10]

* Required selecting a team, but did not require any points to be scored. (considered truly free)

==Controversy==
When the NC Mall first opened, items would expire in 180 days and many users disliked the idea of paying real money for something that would be taken away in 6 months. Since then none of the NC items on the site can expire, with the obvious exception of one-use items like game tickets and Mystery Capsules (which disappear after being opened). The NC [[NeoBoard]] occasionally has topics made by those protesting the idea of buying items with real currency as opposed to [[Neopoints]], stating that it breaks the promise that Neopets will be a free site.

==Trivia==
*During the official opening of the NC Mall, the image link in Neopia Central had animated flood lights and a giant float of the Green Scorchio as a large line strung out from the shops entrance.
*The most expensive item to buy from the NC Mall is the ''Down With NC Flag'', pricing at 5000 NC points, while the cheapest is ''I Heart NC Flag'', priced at 25 NC. This is an obvious joke on the part of [[The Neopets Team]], requiring users who want to proclaim their dislike of the NC Mall to buy the most expensive item.
*Category and images descriptions were added to the item categories on September 15, 2007, in order to better explain their content to users.
*On September 18, 2007, the NC Mall became available to English users in [[Wikipedia:Singapore|Singapore]], [[Wikipedia:Australia|Australia]], the [[Wikipedia:United Kingdom|United Kingdom]] and other countries.
*A special giveaway for Neocash Cards began on October 17, 2007.[http://www.neopets.com/mall/giveaway.phtml] Another giveaway was held in late 2011.[http://www.nickgamecard.com/giveaway/?ref=1]

==External links==
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/shop.phtml NC Mall - ''Main'']
*[http://www.neopets.com/s/index.phtml?cat_id=51 Neopets FAQ - ''NC Mall'']
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/splash.phtml Neocash Card Info]
*'''Selected Fansites:''' [http://sunnyneo.com/ncmall.php Sunnyneo - NC Mall Beta]
*'''Selected Petpages:''' [http://www.neopets.com/~sarika_ambrielle sarika_ambrielle]

[[Category:Neopets Terminology]]
[[Category:Shops]]
[[Category:Neopets Extensions]]
[[Category:NC Mall|*]]

NC Mall

2012-12-07T20:21:07Z

74.76.2.56: /* Freebies */ +

{{construction|reason=Wikified update to NC Mall, properly explaining purpose and use}}

The '''NC Mall''' is a [[Neopets (website)|Neopets]] feature released into open beta on July 3, 2007, and officially launched . Its located in [[Neopia Central]]. It's operated by a Green [[Scorchio]].

Using this special online shop, users can spend real life money to buy ''Neocash'' (''NC'' for short). Users transfer money through [[Wikipedia:Paypal|Paypal]]. All items bought from the NC Mall had an expiration date of 180 days (90 during Beta), yet an update occurred on December 14, 2007, in which the majority of items no longer have a expiration date. There's also a [[Petpet Park NC Mall]] in [[Petpet Park]].

==Neocash==
:NeoCash is the system of virtual currency accepted by the NC mall. NeoCash can be obtained through PayPal, or by NeoCash cards. (''see below'') There has been controversy about spending real money over Neopoints, but The Neopets Team insists this is purely an extra feature, not necessary to use the Neopets website. Every $1 equals 100 NeoCash. You can win neocash from the Qasalan Expellibox.

==Neocash Card==
On October 17, 2007, the '''Neocash Card''' began their circulation in [[Wikipedia:Target Corporation|Target]] stores. The cards were sold for $10 or $25, each giving their respective amounts and eight different designs. For every Neocash card redeemed, a virtual item is given which couldn't be received anywhere else, and with all $25 cards an additional 150 NC was given when redeemed. In the United States, Neocash Cards can also be purchased at 7-Eleven, CVS Pharmacy, and selected Walmart stores.

:{|border=1
!style="background:silver" width="150"|NC Card Price
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$10
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$25
|-
!style="background:silver"|NC Payout
|style="text-align: center"|1000 NC
|style="text-align: center"|2500 NC
|-
!style="background:silver"|Designs
|
*Red [[Scorchio]]
*[[Illusen]]
*[[Usul]]
*[[Mynci]]
|
*[[King Altador]]
*[[Fyora]]
*[[Dr. Frank Sloth]]
*[[Isca]]
|}

==Departments==
As of September 2010, these are the different shops that make up the NC Mall:

*'''NC Mall Accessories Shop''' - [[White]] [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: sells items such as hats, wings, face paints, wigs, and hand-held items.
*'''NC Mall Background Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Nimmo]] shopkeeper: sells backgrounds featuring locations all over [[Neopia]].
*'''NC Mall Birthday Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Acara]] shopkeeper: sells items relating to the NC Mall's birthday. Only appears in July.
*'''NC Mall Clothing/Shoes Shop''' - [[Brown]] [[Usul]] shopkeeper: sells items that are worn directly directly on the body such as shirts, dresses, jackets, and trousers.
*'''NC Mall [[Daily Dare]] Shop''' - Sells items relating to [[Aristotle A. Avinroo|AAA]], [[Abigail]], [[Lulu]], and open only during the Daily Dare event.
*'''NC Mall Elite Boutique Shop''' - [[Red]] [[Kacheek]] shopkeeper: only accounts over 49 months have access to the exclusive items sold here.
*'''NC Mall [[Faerie]] Shop''' - [[Air Faerie]] shopkeeper: sells [[Faerie]] items such as clothes, trinkets, backgrounds, and [[furniture]].
*'''NC Mall Fall Shop''' - [[Green]] [[Blumaroo]] shopkeeper: sells autumn-themed items, including limited edition items only available until the shop closes in November.
*'''NC Mall Green Shop''' - [[Illusen]] shopkeeper, sells St. Patrick's Day/Green themed items through early to mid March. Almost all items are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall [[Halloween]] Shop''' - Red [[Shoyru]] (previously Halloween [[Kiko]]) shopkeeper: sells Halloween items, including limited editions that are retired when the shop closes in early November.
*'''NC Mall Holiday Shop''' - [[Christmas]] [[Cybunny]] (previously Christmas [[Wocky]]) shopkeeper: sells Christmas and some winter related items, including limited editions only available until the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Limited Edition Shop''' - Red [[Hissi]] shopkeeper: sold limited edition items not connected with the annually returning shops.
*'''NC Mall Music and Sounds Shop''' - [[Orange]] [[Kougra]] shopkeeper: sells track music or sound effects with some appearing to eminate from physical items.
*'''NC Mall [[Negg]] Shop''' - [[Purple]] [[Meerca]] shopkeeper: opens around Easter and sells a variety of Easter-themed items including limited editions that retire once the shop is closed for the year.
*'''NC Mall [[Neohome]]s Addition Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Lutari]] shopkeeper: sells structures that can be added to the exterior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall Neohomes Furnishings Shop''' - [[Cloud]] [[Jetsam]] shopkeeper: sells furniture and decorations for the interior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall New Items Shop''' - [[Pink]] Lutari shopkeeper: displays only those items that have been recently added to the Mall.
*'''NC Mall Popular Shop''' - Red [[Xweetok]] shopkeeper: displays the current most popular items bought by NC Mall customers.
*'''NC Mall Speciality Shop''' - Yellow [[Lenny]] shopkeeper: sells unique items such as capsules, album skins, and [[New Game Challenge|New Game NC Challenge]] Game Tickets.
*'''NC Mall Spring Shop''' - Pink [[Kau]] shopkeeper: opens during the spring months and sells spring related (e.g. flowers) items, some of which are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall Style Showdown Shop''' - Purple [[Gelert]] shopkeeper: sells style packs designed to correspond with the [[Style Showdown]] themes.
*'''NC Mall Summer Shop''' - Yellow Xweetok shopkeeper: sells summer related items, some that retire when the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Superpack Shop''' - [[Shadow]] [[Mynci]] shopkeeper: sells collections of items that belong to an individual set at discount prices. Usually one item in each pack is only available if the entire set is purchased.
*'''NC Mall Thought Bubbles Shop''' - Brown Usul shopkeeper: sells tiny thought bubbles that reveal a Neopet's inner most feelings.
*'''NC Mall Trinket Shop''' - Yellow [[Elephante]] shopkeeper: sells items that are shown alongside the Neopets, instead of worn directly.
*'''NC Mall Valentines Shop''' - [[Chocolate]] Kacheek shopkeeper: opens only around Valentines Day and sells items relating to love, hearts, and the colour pink in general.
*'''NC Mall [[Virtupets Space Station|Virtupets]] Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Grundo]] shopkeeper: opened in conjunction with the [[The Return of Dr. Sloth]] plot.
*'''NC Mall Winter Shop''' - Yellow [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: opens during the winter months and sells winter related (e.g. snow) items.
*'''10th Birthday NC Mall Shop''' - Yellow Usul shopkeeper: opened in honour of Neopets 10th birthday.

==Games==
Starting in 2010, chance-like games were added that gave the option of exchanging Neocash tokens/tickets for random prizes.

*[[Jubjub Power Bounce]] - Added in June 2010, it is similar to pinball and ring toss. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Blumaroll]] - Added in March 2011, it requires the use of rolling a six-sided die. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Bigsby Shadington's Wonderclaw]] - Added in June 2011, it is similar to an arcade style claw machine.

Some site games such as [[Neopian Battlefield Legends]] and [[Habitarium]] have perks offered by payment with Neocash.

==Freebies==
As an enticement to lure newer players into potential Neocash purchasers, 150 NC was available to each starting account from 2008 until May 2009 when it was replaced with NC Mall Welcome Gift. This too was later replaced in July 2009 with the Spinning Star Mystery Capsule (worth 150 NC). The Spinning Star Mystery Capsule was retired in August 2012, and newly registered accounts since are now granted 150 NC . Since 2008, a free goodie bag or holiday themed item has been available seasonally.

===NC Mall Birthday===
*NC Mall Birthday Goodie Bag, first released in July 2008 to celebrate the first birthday of the NC Mall. It contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Silver NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 2 NP items.
*Red NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Elite NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released exclusively in the Elite Boutique, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag , released in July 2010, contained a Neocash discount code and 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday Blue Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday White Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.
*Second NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.

===Halloween===
*Halloween Goodie Bag, three were released in October 2008, they contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Creepy Spyder Coffin Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained one exclusive NC item.
*Korbats in the Meowclops Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained a Neocash discount code and 2 exclusive NC items.
*Glowing Jack-o-lantern Goodie Bag, released in October 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spooky Skull Goodie Bag, released in October 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ghost Melton Goodie Bag, released in October 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Christmas/Holiday===
*Sparkling Holiday Stocking, released in December 2008, contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*50 NC was available at the [[Advent Calendar]] on December 19, 2008.
*Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green Candy Striped Gift Box, released in December 2009, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Sweet Dreams Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ornament Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Advent Calendar JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-pack, released at the Advent Calendar on December 17, 2010, allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*Holly Tree Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
* Snowman Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Valentines Day===
*Valentines Goodie Box, released in February 2009, contained 2 NP items. ''(This item was later redrawn)''
*Golden Heart Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Hearts Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item
*Valentine Bow Goodie Bag, released in February 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Easter===
*Green Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink and Green Swirl Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items, and a chance of containing 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spring Gift Box, released in March 2010, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Pink Striped Plastic Negg, released in April 2011, contained 1 item which had to be exchanged at the [[Festival of Neggs]] event to receive 1 exclusive NC item.

===Neopets Birthday===
*Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2011 to celebrate the 12th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Blue Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2012 to celebrate the 13th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Other/Misc.===
Items or Neocash which were "free" but involved interaction with a plot or special event to qualify for such items or Neocash are not listed, as they were not truly "free".
*NC Mall Welcome Gift, released in May 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contained 1-4 random NC items. Retired in July 2009.
*Spinning Star Mystery Capsule, released in July 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contains 1-4 random NC items, and is also available in the NC Mall for 150 NC.
*Shining Purple Gift Box with Silver Bow, released in November 2009 to honor American Thanksgiving. Allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-Pack, released in June 2010, was re-released in August 2011. Allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*150 NC was available for free in July 2010 as a prize inside of a free goodie bag on [[Petpet Park]]. Apart of a 1 year birthday promotion for Petpet Park.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget, released in July 2011 as a free prize in [[Altador Cup]] VI. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.*
*Castle Nox Corridor of Chance Key 1-Pack, released only on October 5, 2011 to honor [[Hubrid Nox]] memorial day. Allowed 1 free play of '''Castle Nox Corridor of Chance'''.
*100 NC was released through [http://monkeyquest.com/ Monkey Quest] as a promotion in December 2011 (ran through February 2012.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget 1-pack, released in December 2011 through the [[Advent Calendar]]. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.[http://images.neopets.com/homepage/promo/2011/mall/wonderclaw-advent.jpg]
*Bigsby Shadingtons Hat released in December 2011, is the first standalone NC item to be available exclusively through an event (Advent Calendar)
*Real Negg Faerie Wings, released in December 2012 through the Advent Calendar. Interestingly, this item is identical to the Yurble Negg Faerie Wings released in April 2012 as an NC event item in the [[Festival of Neggs]] (same item, different name).

* Required selecting a team, but did not require any points to be scored. (considered truly free)

==Controversy==
When the NC Mall first opened, items would expire in 180 days and many users disliked the idea of paying real money for something that would be taken away in 6 months. Since then none of the NC items on the site can expire, with the obvious exception of one-use items like game tickets and Mystery Capsules (which disappear after being opened). The NC [[NeoBoard]] occasionally has topics made by those protesting the idea of buying items with real currency as opposed to [[Neopoints]], stating that it breaks the promise that Neopets will be a free site.

==Trivia==
*During the official opening of the NC Mall, the image link in Neopia Central had animated flood lights and a giant float of the Green Scorchio as a large line strung out from the shops entrance.
*The most expensive item to buy from the NC Mall is the ''Down With NC Flag'', pricing at 5000 NC points, while the cheapest is ''I Heart NC Flag'', priced at 25 NC. This is an obvious joke on the part of [[The Neopets Team]], requiring users who want to proclaim their dislike of the NC Mall to buy the most expensive item.
*Category and images descriptions were added to the item categories on September 15, 2007, in order to better explain their content to users.
*On September 18, 2007, the NC Mall became available to English users in [[Wikipedia:Singapore|Singapore]], [[Wikipedia:Australia|Australia]], the [[Wikipedia:United Kingdom|United Kingdom]] and other countries.
*A special giveaway for Neocash Cards began on October 17, 2007.[http://www.neopets.com/mall/giveaway.phtml] Another giveaway was held in late 2011.[http://www.nickgamecard.com/giveaway/?ref=1]

==External links==
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/shop.phtml NC Mall - ''Main'']
*[http://www.neopets.com/s/index.phtml?cat_id=51 Neopets FAQ - ''NC Mall'']
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/splash.phtml Neocash Card Info]
*'''Selected Fansites:''' [http://sunnyneo.com/ncmall.php Sunnyneo - NC Mall Beta]
*'''Selected Petpages:''' [http://www.neopets.com/~sarika_ambrielle sarika_ambrielle]

[[Category:Neopets Terminology]]
[[Category:Shops]]
[[Category:Neopets Extensions]]
[[Category:NC Mall|*]]

NC Mall

2012-12-07T20:20:09Z

74.76.2.56: /* Freebies */ Updated.

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The '''NC Mall''' is a [[Neopets (website)|Neopets]] feature released into open beta on July 3, 2007, and officially launched . Its located in [[Neopia Central]]. It's operated by a Green [[Scorchio]].

Using this special online shop, users can spend real life money to buy ''Neocash'' (''NC'' for short). Users transfer money through [[Wikipedia:Paypal|Paypal]]. All items bought from the NC Mall had an expiration date of 180 days (90 during Beta), yet an update occurred on December 14, 2007, in which the majority of items no longer have a expiration date. There's also a [[Petpet Park NC Mall]] in [[Petpet Park]].

==Neocash==
:NeoCash is the system of virtual currency accepted by the NC mall. NeoCash can be obtained through PayPal, or by NeoCash cards. (''see below'') There has been controversy about spending real money over Neopoints, but The Neopets Team insists this is purely an extra feature, not necessary to use the Neopets website. Every $1 equals 100 NeoCash. You can win neocash from the Qasalan Expellibox.

==Neocash Card==
On October 17, 2007, the '''Neocash Card''' began their circulation in [[Wikipedia:Target Corporation|Target]] stores. The cards were sold for $10 or $25, each giving their respective amounts and eight different designs. For every Neocash card redeemed, a virtual item is given which couldn't be received anywhere else, and with all $25 cards an additional 150 NC was given when redeemed. In the United States, Neocash Cards can also be purchased at 7-Eleven, CVS Pharmacy, and selected Walmart stores.

:{|border=1
!style="background:silver" width="150"|NC Card Price
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$10
|style="text-align: center" width="150"|$25
|-
!style="background:silver"|NC Payout
|style="text-align: center"|1000 NC
|style="text-align: center"|2500 NC
|-
!style="background:silver"|Designs
|
*Red [[Scorchio]]
*[[Illusen]]
*[[Usul]]
*[[Mynci]]
|
*[[King Altador]]
*[[Fyora]]
*[[Dr. Frank Sloth]]
*[[Isca]]
|}

==Departments==
As of September 2010, these are the different shops that make up the NC Mall:

*'''NC Mall Accessories Shop''' - [[White]] [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: sells items such as hats, wings, face paints, wigs, and hand-held items.
*'''NC Mall Background Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Nimmo]] shopkeeper: sells backgrounds featuring locations all over [[Neopia]].
*'''NC Mall Birthday Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Acara]] shopkeeper: sells items relating to the NC Mall's birthday. Only appears in July.
*'''NC Mall Clothing/Shoes Shop''' - [[Brown]] [[Usul]] shopkeeper: sells items that are worn directly directly on the body such as shirts, dresses, jackets, and trousers.
*'''NC Mall [[Daily Dare]] Shop''' - Sells items relating to [[Aristotle A. Avinroo|AAA]], [[Abigail]], [[Lulu]], and open only during the Daily Dare event.
*'''NC Mall Elite Boutique Shop''' - [[Red]] [[Kacheek]] shopkeeper: only accounts over 49 months have access to the exclusive items sold here.
*'''NC Mall [[Faerie]] Shop''' - [[Air Faerie]] shopkeeper: sells [[Faerie]] items such as clothes, trinkets, backgrounds, and [[furniture]].
*'''NC Mall Fall Shop''' - [[Green]] [[Blumaroo]] shopkeeper: sells autumn-themed items, including limited edition items only available until the shop closes in November.
*'''NC Mall Green Shop''' - [[Illusen]] shopkeeper, sells St. Patrick's Day/Green themed items through early to mid March. Almost all items are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall [[Halloween]] Shop''' - Red [[Shoyru]] (previously Halloween [[Kiko]]) shopkeeper: sells Halloween items, including limited editions that are retired when the shop closes in early November.
*'''NC Mall Holiday Shop''' - [[Christmas]] [[Cybunny]] (previously Christmas [[Wocky]]) shopkeeper: sells Christmas and some winter related items, including limited editions only available until the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Limited Edition Shop''' - Red [[Hissi]] shopkeeper: sold limited edition items not connected with the annually returning shops.
*'''NC Mall Music and Sounds Shop''' - [[Orange]] [[Kougra]] shopkeeper: sells track music or sound effects with some appearing to eminate from physical items.
*'''NC Mall [[Negg]] Shop''' - [[Purple]] [[Meerca]] shopkeeper: opens around Easter and sells a variety of Easter-themed items including limited editions that retire once the shop is closed for the year.
*'''NC Mall [[Neohome]]s Addition Shop''' - [[Yellow]] [[Lutari]] shopkeeper: sells structures that can be added to the exterior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall Neohomes Furnishings Shop''' - [[Cloud]] [[Jetsam]] shopkeeper: sells furniture and decorations for the interior of Neohomes.
*'''NC Mall New Items Shop''' - [[Pink]] Lutari shopkeeper: displays only those items that have been recently added to the Mall.
*'''NC Mall Popular Shop''' - Red [[Xweetok]] shopkeeper: displays the current most popular items bought by NC Mall customers.
*'''NC Mall Speciality Shop''' - Yellow [[Lenny]] shopkeeper: sells unique items such as capsules, album skins, and [[New Game Challenge|New Game NC Challenge]] Game Tickets.
*'''NC Mall Spring Shop''' - Pink [[Kau]] shopkeeper: opens during the spring months and sells spring related (e.g. flowers) items, some of which are limited edition.
*'''NC Mall Style Showdown Shop''' - Purple [[Gelert]] shopkeeper: sells style packs designed to correspond with the [[Style Showdown]] themes.
*'''NC Mall Summer Shop''' - Yellow Xweetok shopkeeper: sells summer related items, some that retire when the shop closes.
*'''NC Mall Superpack Shop''' - [[Shadow]] [[Mynci]] shopkeeper: sells collections of items that belong to an individual set at discount prices. Usually one item in each pack is only available if the entire set is purchased.
*'''NC Mall Thought Bubbles Shop''' - Brown Usul shopkeeper: sells tiny thought bubbles that reveal a Neopet's inner most feelings.
*'''NC Mall Trinket Shop''' - Yellow [[Elephante]] shopkeeper: sells items that are shown alongside the Neopets, instead of worn directly.
*'''NC Mall Valentines Shop''' - [[Chocolate]] Kacheek shopkeeper: opens only around Valentines Day and sells items relating to love, hearts, and the colour pink in general.
*'''NC Mall [[Virtupets Space Station|Virtupets]] Shop''' - [[Blue]] [[Grundo]] shopkeeper: opened in conjunction with the [[The Return of Dr. Sloth]] plot.
*'''NC Mall Winter Shop''' - Yellow [[Aisha]] shopkeeper: opens during the winter months and sells winter related (e.g. snow) items.
*'''10th Birthday NC Mall Shop''' - Yellow Usul shopkeeper: opened in honour of Neopets 10th birthday.

==Games==
Starting in 2010, chance-like games were added that gave the option of exchanging Neocash tokens/tickets for random prizes.

*[[Jubjub Power Bounce]] - Added in June 2010, it is similar to pinball and ring toss. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Blumaroll]] - Added in March 2011, it requires the use of rolling a six-sided die. ''(Available seasonally)''
*[[Bigsby Shadington's Wonderclaw]] - Added in June 2011, it is similar to an arcade style claw machine.

Some site games such as [[Neopian Battlefield Legends]] and [[Habitarium]] have perks offered by payment with Neocash.

==Freebies==
As an enticement to lure newer players into potential Neocash purchasers, 150 NC was available to each starting account from 2008 until May 2009 when it was replaced with NC Mall Welcome Gift. This too was later replaced in July 2009 with the Spinning Star Mystery Capsule (worth 150 NC). The Spinning Star Mystery Capsule was retired in August 2012, and newly registered accounts since are now granted 150 NC . Since 2008, a free goodie bag or holiday themed item has been available seasonally.

===NC Mall Birthday===
*NC Mall Birthday Goodie Bag, first released in July 2008 to celebrate the first birthday of the NC Mall. It contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Silver NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 2 NP items.
*Red NC Mall Second Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Elite NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag, released exclusively in the Elite Boutique, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*NC Mall Third Birthday Goodie Bag , released in July 2010, contained a Neocash discount code and 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday Blue Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall 4th Birthday White Goodie Bag, released in July 2011, contained 1 NC item.
*NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.
*Second NC Mall Fifth Birthday Goodie Bag, released in July 2012, contained 1 NC item.

===Halloween===
*Halloween Goodie Bag, three were released in October 2008, they contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*Creepy Spyder Coffin Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained one exclusive NC item.
*Korbats in the Meowclops Goodie Bag, released in October 2009, contained a Neocash discount code and 2 exclusive NC items.
*Glowing Jack-o-lantern Goodie Bag, released in October 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spooky Skull Goodie Bag, released in October 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ghost Melton Goodie Bag, released in October 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Christmas/Holiday===
*Sparkling Holiday Stocking, released in December 2008, contained 2 NP items and 1 exclusive NC item.
*50 NC was available at the [[Advent Calendar]] on December 19, 2008.
*Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2009, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Green Candy Striped Gift Box, released in December 2009, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Sweet Dreams Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Ornament Holiday Goodie Bag, released in December 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Advent Calendar JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-pack, released at the Advent Calendar on December 17, 2010, allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*Holly Tree Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
* Snowman Goodie Bag, released in December 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Valentines Day===
*Valentines Goodie Box, released in February 2009, contained 2 NP items. ''(This item was later redrawn)''
*Golden Heart Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2010, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Hearts Valentine Goodie Bag, released in February 2011, contained 1 exclusive NC item
*Valentine Bow Goodie Bag, released in February 2012, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Easter===
*Green Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items.
*Pink and Green Swirl Toy Negg, released in March 2009, contained 1 of 3 possible NP items, and a chance of containing 1 exclusive NC item.
*Spring Gift Box, released in March 2010, allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*Pink Striped Plastic Negg, released in April 2011, contained 1 item which had to be exchanged at the [[Festival of Neggs]] event to receive 1 exclusive NC item.

==Neopets Birthday==
*Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2011 to celebrate the 12th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.
*Blue Festive Balloons Goodie Bag, released in November 2012 to celebrate the 13th birthday of Neopets, contained 1 exclusive NC item.

===Other/Misc.===
Items or Neocash which were "free" but involved interaction with a plot or special event to qualify for such items or Neocash are not listed, as they were not truly "free".
*NC Mall Welcome Gift, released in May 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contained 1-4 random NC items. Retired in July 2009.
*Spinning Star Mystery Capsule, released in July 2009 to new Neopets accounts. Contains 1-4 random NC items, and is also available in the NC Mall for 150 NC.
*Shining Purple Gift Box with Silver Bow, released in November 2009 to honor American Thanksgiving. Allowed the gifting of 1 NC item.
*JubJub Power Bounce Token 1-Pack, released in June 2010, was re-released in August 2011. Allowed 1 free play of '''Jubjub Power Bounce'''.
*150 NC was available for free in July 2010 as a prize inside of a free goodie bag on [[Petpet Park]]. Apart of a 1 year birthday promotion for Petpet Park.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget, released in July 2011 as a free prize in [[Altador Cup]] VI. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.*
*Castle Nox Corridor of Chance Key 1-Pack, released only on October 5, 2011 to honor [[Hubrid Nox]] memorial day. Allowed 1 free play of '''Castle Nox Corridor of Chance'''.
*100 NC was released through [http://monkeyquest.com/ Monkey Quest] as a promotion in December 2011 (ran through February 2012.
*Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw Widget 1-pack, released in December 2011 through the [[Advent Calendar]]. Allowed 1 free play of '''Bigsby Shadingtons Wonderclaw'''.[http://images.neopets.com/homepage/promo/2011/mall/wonderclaw-advent.jpg]
*Bigsby Shadingtons Hat released in December 2011, is the first standalone NC item to be available exclusively through an event (Advent Calendar)
*Real Negg Faerie Wings, released in December 2012 through the Advent Calendar. Interestingly, this item is identical to the Yurble Negg Faerie Wings released in April 2012 as an NC event item in the [[Festival of Neggs]] (same item, different name).

* Required selecting a team, but did not require any points to be scored. (considered truly free)

==Controversy==
When the NC Mall first opened, items would expire in 180 days and many users disliked the idea of paying real money for something that would be taken away in 6 months. Since then none of the NC items on the site can expire, with the obvious exception of one-use items like game tickets and Mystery Capsules (which disappear after being opened). The NC [[NeoBoard]] occasionally has topics made by those protesting the idea of buying items with real currency as opposed to [[Neopoints]], stating that it breaks the promise that Neopets will be a free site.

==Trivia==
*During the official opening of the NC Mall, the image link in Neopia Central had animated flood lights and a giant float of the Green Scorchio as a large line strung out from the shops entrance.
*The most expensive item to buy from the NC Mall is the ''Down With NC Flag'', pricing at 5000 NC points, while the cheapest is ''I Heart NC Flag'', priced at 25 NC. This is an obvious joke on the part of [[The Neopets Team]], requiring users who want to proclaim their dislike of the NC Mall to buy the most expensive item.
*Category and images descriptions were added to the item categories on September 15, 2007, in order to better explain their content to users.
*On September 18, 2007, the NC Mall became available to English users in [[Wikipedia:Singapore|Singapore]], [[Wikipedia:Australia|Australia]], the [[Wikipedia:United Kingdom|United Kingdom]] and other countries.
*A special giveaway for Neocash Cards began on October 17, 2007.[http://www.neopets.com/mall/giveaway.phtml] Another giveaway was held in late 2011.[http://www.nickgamecard.com/giveaway/?ref=1]

==External links==
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/shop.phtml NC Mall - ''Main'']
*[http://www.neopets.com/s/index.phtml?cat_id=51 Neopets FAQ - ''NC Mall'']
*[http://ncmall.neopets.com/mall/splash.phtml Neocash Card Info]
*'''Selected Fansites:''' [http://sunnyneo.com/ncmall.php Sunnyneo - NC Mall Beta]
*'''Selected Petpages:''' [http://www.neopets.com/~sarika_ambrielle sarika_ambrielle]

[[Category:Neopets Terminology]]
[[Category:Shops]]
[[Category:Neopets Extensions]]
[[Category:NC Mall|*]]

TPOSG

2008-11-24T02:30:33Z

74.76.90.71:

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[[Image:Thephantomorangeshirtguy.gif|frame|right|Ollie, as he appears in some games.]]

'''TPOSG''', or ''The Phantom Orange Shirt Guy'', is a German member of [[The Neopets Team]]. Real name ''Ollie'', TPOSG is mostly famous for the many [[Wikipedia:Easter egg (media)|Easter eggs]] he leaves in some of his flash games, usually featuring himself.

He received the name ''The Phantom Orange Shirt Guy'' after a [[Petpage]] dedicated to [http://www.neopets.com/sitespotlight.phtml?place=423 Neopets Oddities]' won the [[Site Spotlight]]. The Petpage listed many of his Easter egg appearances, and wondered who he was. The name is based on the fact that he was almost always pictured in an orange shirt, and left very little evidence of himself, other than the brief appearances.

He left Neopets sometime early 2008 to work again for Adam and Donna for [http://www.meteorgames.com/ Meteorgames]. He does come play Neopets when he gets the chance but he is no longer part of TNT staff.
==Appearances==
*[[Altador Cup]] - At the end screen where you submit your score in Yooyubll, click the Techo's right eye. A fanfare of music will play and Oliver will pop up in a toga.
*[[Attack Of The Gummy Dice]] - he is featured on a special cube with his head on it. When you drop it, it'll destroy all blocks within a two block radius. Secondly, when you're sending your score, click the Blue Blumaroo's eyeball and Ollie will pop up.
*[[Attack Of The Revenge]] - on the main screen, clicking on the Benny the Blade's (the bruce) right eye will reveal Oliver in yet another game! He is also a character during game play that you need to throw off the ship! Worth lots of points, of course.
*[[Attack Of The Slorgs]] - Click the yurble's right eye. Oliver's head will appear on the right side of the screen. Move your mouse over the buttons to make his head jiggle.
*[[Black Pawkeet]] - Oliver's head, like Adam's and Donna's, will sometimes roll by on the reels. He doesn't do anything, but it is a nice way to break the monotony. And remember, all these secrets are on Neopets games.
*[[Brucey B Slots]] - Oliver's head, like Adam's and Donna's, will sometimes roll by on the reels. He doesn't do anything, but it is a nice way to break the monotony. And remember, all these secrets are on Neopets games.
*[[Coconut Shy]] - after you shoot a coconut, and the "You won xxx NP" box comes up, click the laughing quiggle's right eyeball.
*[[Defender Trainer]] - clicking on Judge Hog's eye will result in an evil cackle from Oliver.
*[[Destruct-O-Match II]] - clicking on the bottom of the second bone in the title on the front screen will play a sound and make Oliver pop-up.
*[[Faerie Bubbles]] - click the small flame in the first lowercase "b" at the title screen, and Oliver will appear at the bottom right corner. Also, click on the little dot of fire closest to the cannon (and near the "b") to have Oliver appear. He appears amongst some faerie bubbles.
*[[Faerie Caves II: Fyora's Quest]] - click the Gem on Fyoras crown to have Oliver appear. He'll be holding a torch near a green dynamite.
*[[Freaky Factory]] - Oliver will randomly pop up from the vats, along with some other random staff members and Neopian things.
*[[Frumball]] - upon entering Level 40, you'll see the Orange Shirt Guy himself. How to get there? Type 'kougra' to skip as many levels as you like. Or... you could play to 40.
*[[Gourmet Club Bowls]] - click on the pearl in the clam type food on the table to hear Oliver's evil laugh.
*[[Grand Theft Ummagine]] - on the main screen, click Set-Up. Then, towards upper right corner, there is a blobby thing on the border under the Ankh. Click it.
*[[Great Qasalan Caper]] - After sending your score and are redirected back to the main screen, click the hanging Meerca's left eyeball, and Oliver will slide into view (only works after sending your score). Olli's head also appears during game play. If one of your statues touches his head, he'll explode, along with all of the Lyins in the level.
*[[Hannah And The Ice Caves]] - during the level ***Muahaha (the last level) he will randomly appear in the background. He doesn't do anything. Also note that the falling crates form the word OLLI.
*[[Ice Cream Machine]] - at the screen where it says what level you are now on, and so on (the beginning of each stage) leave the mouse idle for a couple of minutes. You will hear a sound and Adee will turn into Oliver, who will spin around wildly if you move the mouse. He will turn back into Adee when you click to begin the level, however. There is also a scoop of ice cream featuring Oliver. He's very rare, however.
*[[Meepit Juice Break]] - click the uppermost green meepits eye in the main screen to see Oliver with a green meepit on his head.
*[[Meerca Chase II]] - click on the Meerca's right eyeball, or left, as it is facing you, and Oliver (Ollie, also his name) will appear holding two Fish Neggs in each hand for about 3 seconds.
*[[Petpetsitter]] - clicking on a spot on the sleeping Feepit's head will reveal Oliver.
*[[Ruins Rampage]] - to see Oliver transform from a Qasalan mummy into his orange-shirted self, on the main screen, click the left scarab, the right scarab, Horace's eye, and then Zina's eye.
*[[Scamander Swarm]] - in the top left corner, clicking the Scamander's eye (who is walking down the building) will reveal Oliver.
*[[Snowball Fight]] - he appears in two places here. First, he's a character in game play that you can hit for up to 50 points for a head shot! Second, on the start screen, looking at the top of the ski slope... you'll see something orange. Click it.
*[[Snowmuncher]] - poke Dieter in the right eye on the main screen to have Oliver standing on top of an O appear in the bottom left corner.
*[[Sutek's Tomb]] - on the instructions page, clicking the teeny weeny door on the pyramid to the right will make Oliver pop up. Occasionally during gameplay and Olli will appear amongst the gems. Using him will result in the whole board being cleared.
*[[The Buzzer Game]] - sometimes Oliver will appear as a distraction in the background during gameplay.
*[[The Return Of The Return Of Doctor Sloth]] - on the main screen, Olli appears strapped to rockets! Simply click the teeny white speck in the eye of Dr. Sloth in the background image. (The green version of Sloth, not the black one.) He is also something you can shoot for 500 points.
*[[Trouble At The National Neopian]] - sometimes (extremely rarely) Oliver will appear as a customer, with bags of gold all around. This'll give you 25 points!
*[[Tyrannian Mini-Golf]] At the screen where you select who you want to play as, click the Lupe's eyeball to choose Oliver as the player. The little picture of your character in the bottom left corner will be Oliver, and it is rumoured that he is a combination of the other three characters' skills.
*[[Whack A Staff Member]] - he'll pop up randomly throughout the game. If you successfully whack him, he'll cackle evilly.

==Plot Summary==
[[Image:TPOSG Altador.gif|left|frame|TPOSG during the Altador Cup]]

===Altador Cup===
''Main Article: [[Altador Cup]]''

TPOSG took part of the Staff Tournament, playing for [[Roo Island]]'s team. In the first round, he beat [[Tyrannia]]'s [[Dom Dread]] and went on to defeat [[Mystery Island]]'s [[Subordinate Prime]] and [[Altador]]'s [[El Picklesaur]]. In the final, his winning streak won him first place against [[snarkie]], who was playing for [[Virtupets Space Station]].

==Trivia==
*TPOSG is well-known for giving out faked hints for ongoing [[plot]]s. For example, the shop number [http://www.neopets.com/objects.phtml?type=shop&obj_type=42 42] has a hidden link to the Neopedia article about [[Altador]] - see [[Wikipedia:The Answer to Life, the Universe, and Everything|42 on Wikipedia]]. The link was most likely coded by TPOSG during the [[Altador Plot]].
*During the [[Tale of Woe]] plot, users who [[neomail]]ed TPOSG about it often got the reply '42'.

==External Links==
*'''Official User Account:''' [http://www.neopets.com/randomfriend.phtml?user=obrodhage obrodhage]
*[http://www.neopets.com/~Jaded_Visions Neopets Oddities Petpage]
 
{{TNT}}

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