Usul

Usul Facts

Pronounced: OO-sull

Discovered: Prehistoric

Species Day: 27th November

Native Land: Terror Mountain

The Usul is a furry pet that walks on its hind paws. Its most prominent features are its large, fluffy ears and tail, which are often kept tidy with ribbons, and the ruff of fur around its neck. While it bears several similarities to a squirrel, it stands up straight without the forward-hunched posture that squirrels adopt. At around 70cm, it is a medium-sized Neopet.

Usuls are very social creatures who originally lived in trees. They have a strong affinity with their friends and communities, and are quite sensitive (some might say vain) about their outward appearances-spending lots of time and effort on grooming is common for Usuls. Because of their warm, fluffy fur, they adapt very well to cold climates, and are often found engaging in winter sports in the Terror Mountain region (Usul Day is marked by the start of their skiing championships).

The Usul is one of the "prehistoric" Neopets discovered before official records of Neopian events were kept. Its appearance has changed remarkably little between Year One and the present day. The major change has been in the colour of its fur; many Usuls nowadays display their paintbrush colour only on their ruffs and ribbons, whereas every Usul's colour once extended across its whole body.

Old Usul

A Few Famous Usuls

Billy and Sarah (not to be confused with Sarah Zafara) made headlines after a brush with death in one of the lifts of the Virtupets Space Station, when a self-aware program forced them to stay trapped and play games with it. They eventually escaped, to great public relief.
Gilly is a young Usul who frequently finds herself wandering the Haunted Woods. Held captive by Eliv Thade, she escaped his clutches in the Castle of Eliv Thade game, only to be caught up in a much more complex web of intrigue during the Tale of Woe Plot. Thanks to her brave efforts, the village of Neovia was freed from its curse.
Hannah is perhaps Neopia's most famous adventurer of all. Star of her own game series, she was also responsible for turning the tide of battle in the Ice Caves Plot and bringing the Bori species to Neopia. Her main goal, however, is to accumulate treasure, treasure and more treasure!
Princess Vyssa acted as the regent for the Sakhmetian throne while the true heir, her sister Amira, was away travelling. Not keen on politics, she is probably doing something unrelated these days.
Altador Cup fans have the chance to cheer for Usul players "Brains" Mortigan (Team Haunted Woods) and Fenny Vail (Team Roo Island).