Why does it say: Condition = New
yet it also states (open box)
while other laptops typically say:
Condition = Refurbished (open box)
??
Not only that but it only has a 30 day Woot Warranty!
I’m betting that the notebook will probably be sold out before I get this answered, but am I really accepting that I might be missing a $120 battery when I pay $180 for this notebook?
Wel it says “non-essential” items may be missing. I’m tempted, but still skeptical. 
I think your “Question” was way too complex for those who be!
I know that the MasterCard that I am using would have no issues with being on MY side of crediting me if there was some craziness going on like a missing battery.
Check your credit card and let them do the work for you. That is what they are there for…
I’m always tempted by these until I realize there’s no pointing nub.