A straightforward guide to mastering auction sniping in Neopets! With the right strategies, you can buy items below their normal rates, as proven by my own account with over 140 million NP. Let’s dive into the essentials of auction sniping.
What is Auction Sniping?
Auction sniping involves purchasing items from the auction house that are priced below their market value. Every day, a variety of items, from codestones to paint brushes and hidden tower items, appear in auctions. With the right approach, you can successfully snipe these items!
The Basics of Auction Sniping
The key to successful auction sniping lies in outbidding your rivals. With many players competing for the same items, it’s crucial to gain an edge. Here are some fundamental points to enhance your sniping success:
- Where to snipe
- What to snipe
- Your rivals
- Your bid
Where to Snipe
Begin your sniping journey by focusing on items listed in the “1-20” column of auctions. Avoid bidding on items that are underpriced with hours left; it’s usually not worth your time. If you find the “1-20” column too fast-paced, try the “21-40” column for a slower pace, which will give you more time but allow other pro snipers to adjust their bidding strategies.
Continuously refresh the auction page every 5 seconds to keep track of new listings!
What to Snipe
Keep an eye out for undervalued items that cycle through auctions frequently. If you’re new to sniping, start with basic items like codestones, food, or faeries. As you grow more comfortable, aim for higher-value items such as lab maps, paint brushes (PBs), Nerkmids, and more. Familiarize yourself with current market prices to improve your chances of sniping valuable items.
Your Rivals
Understanding your competition can significantly increase your profits. Follow these pro snipers, and outbid them to capitalize on their knowledge:
- Follow_Your_Destiny
- Swippe
- Davioth
- Old_Snipe_Machine
- Ihalo_Is_Back
- Qt_Gt
- dragon_paint_brush
Your Bid
When you find a bargain, don’t just bid the next increment. Instead, consider the following strategies:
- Increase your bid by an unconventional amount, like 1234 or 4567 NP, depending on the item’s value. This can deter other bidders from simply matching your bid.
- After a successful bid, quickly press “back” and place another bid, increasing it slightly again to maintain your lead.
Example: If an item is priced at 40,000 NP with a 1,000 NP increment, you could bid 42,222 NP. Once that bid is successful, bid 44,444 NP. Repeat this until the auction closes.
Miscellaneous Tips
Keep in mind that auctions in the “1-20” column last only about 15 seconds. Utilizing the bid strategy outlined above will significantly enhance your chances of winning items in this fast-paced environment.
Additionally, have multiple tabs open on relevant shops like the Toy Shop, Magic Shop, and Stamp Shop. This way, if no suitable auction items appear after a few refreshes, you can quickly check these shops for potential deals.
With these strategies in mind, you’re well on your way to becoming an auction sniping expert. Happy sniping!
