Starting a Neopets guild can be an exciting venture! Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you create a successful and engaging guild for fellow Neopians.
Basic Rules for Your Guild
- Use SMS (Short Message Service) only on your guild board.
- Don’t copy other guilds; be original!
- If you have many pages, consider using a mini-site (e.g., Freewebs Mini-Site Example).
- If you have only a few pages, use your pet pages.
- Always provide a dailies link to your members.
Step #1: Create the Guild
To create your guild, go to Shops → Guild Headquarters → Create a Guild. You’ll need:
- An original concept
- A good, catchy name
Once you have your concept, establish a hierarchy based on your theme. Choose a name that is both short and clear.
Step #2: Get a Layout
Next, you need a layout for your guild. If you’re not skilled in graphics, don’t create your own layout. Instead, look for layouts online or ask a talented friend for help. You can also seek feedback from guild members on your layout; if they don’t like it, be open to changing it. A full-page layout is preferable as it tends to look more professional.
Your layout should include space for:
- News
- Welcome message
- Mini-site
- Guild’s bank
Step #3: Plan Activities/Contests/Goodies Pages
This is a creative step! Your activities will vary based on your guild’s theme. For example, if your guild is centered around a virtual town, consider having:
- An adoption center
- A school
- An attraction park
- A battledome
Focus on fun and interesting activities for your members. Avoid cheap contests; they should be engaging and worthwhile. Don’t worry—active guilds usually receive donations, so you’ll have funds for prizes!
In addition to exclusive activities, include some standard ones that all members enjoy, such as:
- 1NP auctions
- Exclusive user-based trades
- Member of the Month
- Lenny Conundrums
- Lottery
- Etc.
Step #4: Publicity
Keep publicity simple. Create one topic to promote your guild, and link it on your guild page. This way, your members can easily bump it up in the forums. Avoid making too many topics, as this can make you appear spammy, potentially deterring new members from joining. Monitor topics like “I want a guild” or “Comment on my guild, and I’ll comment on yours” for promotional opportunities.
Bank and Donation Shop
Consider creating a side account to separate your Neopoints (NP) from the guild’s funds. Additionally, you MUST have a donation shop to support your guild’s activities. You can set this up on your side account if you prefer to use your own shop.
By following this guide, you’ll be well on your way to creating a thriving Neopets guild that engages and delights its members. Happy guild building!