The origin of Koi fishes has been wildly popular in Japan and China, symbolizing a spirit of strength and perseverance, not to mention their meaning of good fortune, success, prosperity, and ambition. You know the story. So today, why not dive into the tale of Koi in the Eden world of Jelly Key? It’s a genuinely different yet extraordinary story, we promise.

Who are the artists?

If you are a Jelly Key fan, it is very likely that you already know what types of magical creatures are living in the Eden world: Dragons, Betta, and Koi. Each of them has a specific role and duty to make Eden a more heavenly place than it already is. But these creatures are not the only ones guarding this entrancing land as it is such a boundless fairy place where the most divine beings stay and rule the other worlds. There must be someone to train and control the creatures, given their incredible superpowers. They are the mighty gods and goddesses with the most powerful magic of all, choosing the creatures as their sidekick partners to give Eden ultimate protection.

Zen Pond, the place to be

Surprisingly, the Eden gods show a great interest in drawing, especially with watercolors. They may have divinity, but they also learn a hobby from the mortals! Artists need to have something to spark their inspiration, and there’s no place that is more perfect than the Zen Pond. With its poetic water scene dotted by picturesque cherry flower trees to add a rosy touch, the pond has gradually become a place where the gods often gather around to create their work of art. Sitting by the shore of Zen Pond early in the morning and they can easily get inspired by the beautiful light of dawn, the birds leaving their nests to find food, or just simply the nature around this lovely pond.

What is underneath the water?

But these apprentice painters haven’t got accustomed to using watercolors, so they usually drop these colored liquids into the pond when painting. Little do they know that the carp living inside the pond will absorb the colors thanks to its magical Zen power, creating a whole new look for them! When dropped into water, the paints will be in a floating motion with magnificent and distinctive flows, all of which are fortunately attached to the carp’s skins. They are “drawn” with some very extraordinary color stains by the very mighty gods of the Eden world. This spectacular color combination of the carp has given birth to a new creature in this place – Koi fish.

Sometimes greatness does come from accidents!

The gods can’t help admiring such a wonderful thing that’s, even more interestingly, happened by accident. They immediately give parts of their power to the Kois, making them one of the mystical creatures in Eden alongside Dragons and Betta fish. The Eden world has thrived ever since, protected and guarded by highly vigorous gods and Zen animals. Koi fish, in particular, is an accidental creation that combines a nobly raw beauty with their symbolic powers of longevity and perseverance. Everything happens for a reason, and maybe it’s the carp’s destiny to become Kois and use their supreme power to represent the Eden world.