Chomby

Chomby Facts

Pronounced: CHOM-bee

Discovered: 22nd March 2001

Species Day: 22nd March

Native Land: Tyrannia

The Chomby is a smooth-skinned, probably scaly Neopet and a quadruped, meaning it walks on its four sturdy legs. It is easily recognisable by its long neck and the stiff plates that stick out from its spine. It is stoutly built, with a heavy tail. At around 80cm, it is slightly taller than the average Neopet.

Chombies originate in the jungles of Tyrannia, which are filled with the thick vegetation this Neopet loves to munch. These pets have very large appetites and like to know where their next meal is coming from. Despite their formidable build they are actually quite shy and timid Neopets, but if you can once get past their shyness they are very accepting of new friends. For some reason, they have a phobia of the natural Tyrannian growth known as the fungus ball.

The Chomby was first made available to Neopians on the 22nd day of Running, Year Three (known outside Neopia as March 22nd, 2001). This immediately followed the discovery of their homeland, Tyrannia. Before this, the dusty land had been entirely inaccessible to the rest of Neopia. It took an earthquake to dislodge the frozen rocks of the Ice Caves and reveal a pathway to Tyrannia, after which a handful of curious Chombies wasted no time in seeking out their new owners. The design of the Chomby has changed remarkably little over the years, although the plates on its spine have shrunk somewhat.

Old Chomby

A Few Famous Chombies

At least one Chomby doesn't share his species' typical dislike for fungus. Chomby and the Fungus Balls form a band that sometimes plays the Tyrannian Concert Hall. Their stage shows have a retro feel and get everyone in the audience on their feet!
The Giant Hungry Malevolent Chomby is a creature to avoid if you fear for your possessions. This supersized Neopet will eat anything and everything!
The Mayor of Moltara is surprisingly level-headed and friendly, considering that he spends all his time trying to keep charge of a world of volatile lava and high temperatures. He makes sure all the city's important machinery runs smoothly, as well as greeting newcomers (this last being a rather new task for him, since nobody had previously visited his city in years).
Milo was one of the creators of the hit Tyrannian game, Mini Golf. He and his friend Gif'N invented the pastime out of sheer boredom. With hundreds of pets turning up for a try at Mini Golf every day, presumably they are less bored now.
Altador Cup fans can cheer for constantly-improving Chomby player Loryche (Team Tyrannia).