If you’ve decided to venture into the mysterious Dark Cave in Neopets, congratulations on making an intriguing choice! Rumors abound that exploring this cave might be the key to unlocking entry to the Lava Pool, a coveted area in the game. But be warned—this is not a one-day adventure. The journey through the Dark Cave is full of excitement, but it also requires patience, as there are daily limits and a wait to collect all the necessary worms.
Getting Started: The Essential Lamp
Before you embark on your adventure, you’ll need a lantern to light your way through the cave. Don’t worry—it’s absolutely free! To get your lantern, simply click on Lampwyck’s Lights Fantastic. Upon visiting the shop, the lantern will automatically appear in your inventory.
You should see a message confirming that the lantern has been added to your inventory. If, for any reason, you lose the lantern, simply wait until the next day and revisit the lamp shop to get a new one.
Collecting Worms: The Key to Progress
Now that you have your lantern, it’s time to start collecting worms. However, not all worms are equal. Some are common and easy to find, while others are rarer, meaning this adventure will take more than just one day to complete.
You’ll need to collect the following types of worms:
- Pink Worm
- Green Worm
- Blue Worm
- Red Worm
- Purple Worm
- Yellow Worm
The good news is that the pink, green, blue, red, purple, and yellow worms are relatively easy to find. But be prepared for the rarer worms, which will require a bit more time and effort. You must have the lantern in your inventory to collect the worms; it won’t work if the lantern is stored in your Safety Deposit Box.
Filling the Lantern
Once you’ve gathered all the necessary worms, it’s time to fill your lantern with them. To do this, ensure that both the worms and the lantern are in your inventory. If you’re having trouble, double-check that none of the worms are stored away in your Safety Deposit Box. When all requirements are met, you can add the worms to your lantern and light it up.
The Dark Cave Exploration
With your newly lit lantern in hand, you’re ready to explore the Dark Cave. This cave is unmarked, but don’t worry—it’s not completely hidden. As you navigate through, you’ll encounter a series of left and right turns. However, take note that each time you enter, the cave will present a unique path, so don’t expect the same layout every time.
Here are all the possible captions and the corresponding directions to help guide you through your journey:
- At least it’s not dark anymore! – Right, Left, Right, Left
- Does it smell like rotten neggs in here? – Right, Left, Left, Left
- Hello? Is there anyone in here? – Left, Left, Right, Right
- I hope I can find my way out. – Right, Left, Left, Right
- I hope there’s no lava in here. – Left, Right, Right, Right
- I should have studied geology. – Right, Right, Right, Left
- I sure wish Roxton were here. – Right, Right, Left, Left
- I wonder where this could lead? – Left, Left, Left, Right
- It’s very hot in here! – Left, Left, Right, Left
- Jordie would know what to do. – Left, Right, Left, Right
- Let’s go spelunking! – Right, Right, Right, Right
- Look at the shiny rocks! – Left, Right, Right, Left
- This lantern is bright enough to see with! – Right, Left, Right, Right
- What a mysterious passage! – Left, Left, Left, Left
- Where does this cave go? – Left, Right, Left, Left
- Which way should we go? – Right, Right, Left, Right
Once you successfully navigate through the cave and follow the correct path, you will be rewarded with Red Moltite. Congratulations!
What to Do with Red Moltite?
Now that you’ve obtained Red Moltite, you might be wondering what you can do with it. There are a few things you can explore:
- Sell It: You can sell the Red Moltite for Neopoints.
- Create Petpets: Red Moltite can be used to craft robotic-like Petpets. These Petpets can be made in Tangor’s Workshop, which is located next to the Town Hall in Moltara.
To make Petpets, you’ll also need metal gears, which show up randomly while exploring Moltara. If you’re in a hurry, you can buy them from other players’ shops via the Shop Wizard. Otherwise, simply refresh the Moltara page and check back frequently to find them.
A Bonus: Free Shiny Obsidian
As a little bonus, every day you can obtain one piece of shiny obsidian for free while exploring Moltara. Be sure to check back each day to gather this valuable resource!
Final Thoughts:
Exploring the Dark Cave is a thrilling and rewarding adventure, but patience is key. With daily limits on worm collection and random cave layouts, you’ll need to plan your exploration carefully and allow time for everything to come together. Keep your lantern in your inventory, collect worms each day, and don’t forget to check out Moltara for additional resources. This is one journey that’s definitely worth the wait!