To unlock the HT – Rich Elite Avatar in Neopets, you’ll need to spend big—really big—in the Hidden Tower. The avatar is awarded when you purchase five retired Hidden Tower treasures, but there’s a bit of history and strategy behind this expensive endeavor.

Originally, when the avatar was first released, you could snag it for a comparatively modest 10 million Neopoints. That was the price of the Retired Hidden Tower Treasure item upon its debut. However, in true Neopian fashion, inflation has struck, and the item now costs a whopping 50 million Neopoints.

The process is simple, but pricey:

1. Head to the Hidden Tower, located in Faerieland. The tower is run by the elusive and wise Queen Fyora, and it’s where you’ll find some of the rarest and most expensive items in the game.
2. Locate the Retired Hidden Tower Treasure item. This is the specific item you need to purchase, and it’s available in the Tower’s selection.
3. Buy the item five times. Yes, that means you’ll need to shell out a staggering 250 million Neopoints in total to complete this task. Each purchase pushes you closer to unlocking the avatar.

Once you’ve bought the item five times, the HT – Rich Elite Avatar will be automatically unlocked and added to your collection. The title says it all—this avatar is a badge of extreme wealth and dedication in Neopia.

It’s definitely a long-term goal for most players, but the avatar itself is a prestigious symbol among collectors. If you have the Neopoints, it’s a bold way to show off your riches in style!