The Almost Abandoned Attic, hidden away in Neovia, offers a unique opportunity for older Neopians (accounts over 3 years old) to snag rare items at bargain prices. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about this intriguing shop.

Accessing the Attic: Finding the Hidden Door

The Attic is accessible from the Neovia map, but it’s not labeled. You need to click on a specific door to enter (refer to the image on the original page).

Restocking: A Random Assortment of Riches

The Attic restocks with 24 items arranged in six rows of four. Items are sorted by SDB order, meaning newer items tend to appear towards the bottom.

• Rarity Range: Any item with a rarity of r80 to r99 can appear, including Petpetpets and Treasure Maps, which don’t stock in main shops.
• Pricing: Items are priced at their “Est. Value,” often significantly lower than their market value.

Purchasing Items: A Race Against Time

To buy an item, click on its picture, name, quantity, or cost. You’ll get a confirmation box. If you’re fast enough, the item is yours! However, if someone else grabs it first, you’ll see a “Sorry, we just sold out of that” message.

Restock Times: The 7-Minute Mystery

The Attic has a chance of restocking approximately every 7 minutes, with a potential 15-second variance.

• Unpredictability: The Attic’s restocking behavior is erratic. It can restock multiple times in a row or go hours without a single restock.
• Tracking Restocks: The Site Games Neoboard often has threads where users help each other track restock times.

Restock Time Example: A Practical Illustration

If the Attic restocks at 1:22:15 PM NST, the next possible restock time is between 1:29:15 and 1:29:30 PM NST. If it doesn’t restock then, the next window is between 1:36:15 and 1:36:45 PM NST, and so on.

Restock Bans: Navigating the Restrictions

Be aware of the following bans to avoid getting locked out:

• Recent Purchase Ban: You can only buy one item every 20 minutes.
• 5 Items A Day: Your daily purchase limit is 5 items.
• Refresh Ban: Excessive refreshing can result in a temporary ban, preventing you from seeing restocks.

By understanding the restocking patterns and potential bans, you can increase your chances of snagging valuable items from the Almost Abandoned Attic. Happy hunting!