The Wraith Resurgence, a plot that unfolded between November 17, 2017, and May 24, 2018, began with a sense of unease when Faerie Queen Fyora, sensing danger, launched a season of free Faerie Quests. She feared the barrier keeping the Wraiths at bay was weakening. As a precaution, Fyora also organized the annual Faerie Festival, where she introduced Kaia, a mysterious student with unusual foresight from Shenkuu.
After the festival ended, vandalism struck the grounds. The Angry Yurble claimed he saw a group of Wraiths responsible for the damage. Despite skepticism from the Battle Faerie Aethia, Fyora remained vigilant, noting signs of decay consistent with Wraith activity. She enlisted Taelia, the Snow Faerie, and Kaia to locate the Wraiths. Through Kaia’s trances, they successfully located Wraiths, who were defeated and reverted back into Neopets — including one named Damon.
However, the mystery only deepened. Two Neopets, Aiden and Nolan, disappeared after investigating strange sounds in the Haunted Woods. More Wraiths appeared, turning back into missing Neopets upon defeat. Fyora’s investigation led her into the Wild Woods, where she was ambushed and weakened, leaving Aethia in charge of the resistance.
Meanwhile, Kaia pursued an elusive enemy known as Malum, a figure with connections to Shenkuu. As the plot thickened, it was revealed that the Darkest Faerie, a former foe of Neopia, was behind the Wraith transformations. Through Reizo, an old friend of Kaia’s who was cursed and manipulated by the Darkest Faerie, she orchestrated attacks to weaken the Faerie resistance.
In a climactic battle, Neopians confronted the Darkest Faerie and uncovered her true plans. With the help of Fyora and the fragments of Jerdana’s Orb, they dispelled the threat of poison gas she intended to release over Neopia and freed Reizo and Kaia from her clutches.
2. Participation
Players could engage in the Wraith Resurgence plot by completing several interactive puzzles, battling formidable Wraith foes, and achieving various milestones. Below are key components of the plot’s participation:
2.1 Final Prizes
Upon the plot’s conclusion, players were rewarded based on their level of engagement and achievements. Prizes included exclusive avatars, wearable items, Battledome weapons, and Neopoint bonuses.
3. Achievements
Achievements tracked players’ progress, with certain activities and milestones granting unique rewards. Here’s a breakdown of the main achievements and tasks:
3.1 Joining the Plot
Players who joined the plot automatically received the “Plot Participant” achievement, marking their involvement in the storyline.
3.2 Mystic Murmurs
This achievement tracked players’ interactions with mystical clues throughout the plot, offering items and hints to aid their journey.
3.3 The Faeries’ Chest
The Faeries’ Chest was an exclusive interactive feature where players uncovered items by solving Faerie-themed puzzles.
3.4 Battledome – Wave 1: Snapjaw Wraith
The first wave introduced the Snapjaw Wraith, a formidable foe in the Battledome. Players who defeated it earned Ectoplasm, a material for plot-specific items.
3.5 Battledome – Wave 2: Deathball Wraith
This wave featured the Deathball Wraith, which provided unique rewards upon defeat, such as Wraith Fangs and Mysterious Cyan Coffers.
3.6 Battledome – Wave 3: Wind Rider Wraith
Defeating the Wind Rider Wraith granted special items and achievements, further progressing players through the plot.
3.7 Battledome – Wave 4: Hulking Wraith
This wave introduced the Hulking Wraith, which dropped Wraith Blood, a valuable material for potion crafting.
3.8 Battledome – Wave 5: Malum
The elusive Malum emerged as a powerful challenger. Players defeating him were awarded Blazing Embers and unlocked him as a Battledome opponent.
3.9 Battledome – Wave 6: Kaia
In a surprising twist, Kaia became a Battledome challenger, revealing the influence of the Darkest Faerie’s curse. Players who defeated her progressed toward the final plot achievements.
3.10 Taelia’s Brewing Centre
Players brewed potions to aid their efforts against Wraith transformations. Ingredients included rare items collected during plot events.
3.11 The Infirmary
At the Infirmary, players used Taelia’s concoctions to heal Neopets affected by Wraith corruption. Healing milestones awarded special plot points and rewards.
3.12 Fiendish Formations
Fiendish Formations was a matching puzzle game in which players mirrored Wraith movements to unlock achievements.
Additional Notes on The Wraith Resurgence
Wild Woods Exploration
One recurring challenge was navigating the Wild Woods, where players chose between left and right paths in a multi-forked maze. Successfully reaching the cloaked figure advanced the plot, while an incorrect choice resulted in a lockout period.
Mysterious Cyan Coffers and Golden Keys
Battledome challengers began dropping Mysterious Cyan Coffers. Using Golden Keys from the Neopian Mall, players unlocked these for rare items, augmenting their plot experience.
Special Potions and the Infirmary
The Infirmary saw players donate potions to heal Neopets and earn valuable rewards. Notable potions cured popular daily activity hosts such as Coltzan’s Shrine and the Tombola Tiki Man, whose ailments symbolized the plot’s far-reaching impact across Neopia.
Fiendish Formations and Final Encounters
As players progressed, they unlocked Kaia as a Battledome opponent in a climactic showdown. The defeat of Kaia led to the opening of new areas within the Forgotten Graveyard, where players collected stone fragments that provided insight into the Darkest Faerie’s schemes.
Final Confrontation and Conclusion
The plot concluded with players gathering fragments of Jerdana’s Orb, enabling Fyora to counteract the Darkest Faerie’s plan to release poison gas. With the plot’s closure, a finale video revealed the aftermath, giving players a sense of accomplishment and closure on the story.
Conclusion
The Wraith Resurgence was an epic saga within Neopets lore, blending mystery, action, and teamwork. This guide has walked you through each major plot point, achievement, and milestone. If you missed this plot or want to relive it, The Wraith Resurgence remains a testament to Neopia’s ongoing adventures and the resilience of its community.
