Koi swim against river currents to gain strength. According to Chinese legend, one Carp, through sheer will and the compassion of the gods [ who were amused by this little fish’s ambitions ] transformed a little fish into a flying dragon that swam up the waterfalls of the Yellow River towards the mighty Dragon Gate.

Based on that legend,  the collection of Koi fish became a symbol of aspiration and perseverance that sparked the idea for the Book of Mer. A retelling of those aquatic tales from all over the world. This KoiMaid is based on the popular Japanese variety, The Taisho Sanke.