Goldfish Demon

*Note: Due to Monkie Kid not being a direct representation to Journey to the West, this article will be primarily about the Goldfish Demon's appearance within Monkie Kid. For more information on him, click here.*

## Character Information

### Alias(es)

**Nicknames**
Fish Man
Goldfish Man
Goldfish guy

## Background Information

### Other languages

 Ke Jiang
 Jeong Jae-heon
Takashi Matsuyama

The **Goldfish Demon** is a fish demon.

## History

### Smartie Kid

The Monkie Kids mistakenly believed a dirty puddle owned by the Goldfish Demon was an oasis and wanted it, but the Goldfish Demon insisted they pay for the water. Mei pleaded with the Goldfish Demon, explaining that they were thirsty. The Goldfish Demon sarcastically responded by saying that if they were thirsty, they should have simply asked for water. He then allowed them to help themselves to the dirty puddle. However, Pigsy suggested that they buy something that could help them cross the desert faster. MK, intrigued by the idea, asked the Goldfish Demon what they could get with whatever he had in his pocket. Unamused, the Goldfish Demon informed them that it wouldn't get them anything worthwhile, one esxample being an engine for the T.E.A.. The Goldfish Demon then suggested that they could try to win an engine instead of buying it. The Goldfish Demon presented *Desert Deal of the Day* and clarified that the Monkie Kids needed to offer something valuable in order to win the engine. MK asked the Goldfish Demon about the consequences of losing, to which the Goldfish Demon responded that the winner would claim everything wagered, accompanied by an evil laugh.

With a swift motion, MK betted on the Dragon Blade. Mei hesitated, acknowledging the need for further strategizing before proceeding. However, before any further discussion can take place, the Goldfish Demon confidently accepted the wager and declared the start of the game. He introduces the game, One Shell Monty, where the player has to identify the bowl under which Monty was placed. the Goldfish Demon proceeded to shuffle the plates, secretly triggering the trap door for Monty to fall into. MK pointed towards the bowl on the right, indicating his choice. The Goldfish Demon lifted the chosen bowl, revealing that it was empty. Seizing the opportunity, the Goldfish Demon claimed his victory for the Dragon Blade. The Goldfish Demon proposed the idea of wagering again, suggesting that MK could put something of equal value to the Dragon Blade and the engine at stake. MK eagerly accepted the challenge and bet on the deed to Pigsy's Noodles. The Goldfish Demon was intrigued by MK's wager and accepted it, beginning the game again as he rigged it. MK confidently pointed to the middle bowl as his answer. The Goldfish Demon lifted the bowl in question, revealing that MK had lost the wager. The Goldfish Demon taunted MK, daring him to try again.

MK's luck appeared to had run out as he lost every round of One Shell Monty, betting on *Monkey Cop* action figures, Mo, Tang's book, Monkey King, and other valuable items. The Goldfish Demon taunted the Monkie Kids, acknowledging their unfortunate situation. Pigsy advised MK to let it go, as they had nothing else left to bet. The Goldfish Demon agreed, boasting about having all the treasures in the world as a goldfish. However, MK realized that he still had one last thing to wager - his friends, believing that friendship was the most valuable thing of all. The Goldfish Demon hesitated, unsure about the unconventional wager, but eventually agreed, seeing an opportunity to gain servants. The Goldfish Demon once again rearranged the bowls randomly until he was done. MK calmly pointed out that Monty was hidden beneath the bowl placed in the center of the table. The Goldfish Demon was in disbelief as he saw Monty, unable to comprehend how his secret had been unveiled. MK proceeded to explain that the Goldfish Demon had been cheating throughout the entire ordeal. Reluctantly, the Goldfish Demon handed over the engine to the Monkie Kids.

## Personality

The Goldfish Demon is known for his duplicitous and insincere demeanor, driven solely by his desire to collect all the world's treasures, with little regard for others. His cynical view of friendship is evident in his plan to enslave the Monkie Kids when they were about to lose the final round of his game show, which is in stark contrast to MK's belief that friendship is the most valuable thing in the world. The Goldfish is also willing to cheat just to win his game.

## Appearance

The Goldfish Demon has pale turquoise skin with a white lower jaw and chest. He also has dark turquoise eyebrows, and all of his fins are salmon colored. For clothing, he has a dark turquoise loincloth, which is attached to a golden belt wrapped around his waist.

## Relationships

### Monkie Kids

The Goldfish Demon is one of the known adversaries of the Monkie Kids. Upon meeting them for the first time, the Goldfish Demon conned the heroes when they participated in *Desert Deal of the Day*, so he could gain possession of all of their valuables. When MK wagered his friends to the Goldfish Demon, the latter attempted to make them be his servants if he won. But after MK and the others learned the truth, the demon was met with an infuriated Mei, Pigsy, and Tang, and had no choice but to give them the engine for the T.E.A..

## Appearances

### *Monkie Kid*

* **Season 3** - 23. "Smartie Kid" (**debut**)

## Quotes

“*Um, squeeze me, but you'll have to pay for that.*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Aw, you're thirsty? Well, why didn't you say so? Go ahead and help yourself.*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*hmm… that'll get you nothing like this!*”
―The Goldfish Demon after MK tried to pay for the engine

**Goldfish Demon**: “*Well, you could always win the engine.*”

**MK**: “*Win?*”

**Goldfish Demon**: “*Well, of course!*”

—The Goldfish Demon explaining the rules

“*Welcome to Desert Deal of the Day! With me, your host, the Goldfish Demon!*”
―The Goldfish Demon unveiling his game show

**Goldfish Demon**: “*The rules, they are simple. You put off something of value to win something of value. Win the game, get the prize.*”

**MK**: “*We just have to win one game, and the sparkly, cool looking engine thingy is ours?*”

**Goldfish Demon**: “*You got it, tiger.*”

—The Goldfish Demon explaining the rules

**MK**: “*Hey, uh, what happens if we lose?*”

**Goldfish Demon**: “*Oh, that's simple, really. Winner takes all. Anything you wager is forfeit should you lose.*”

—MK and the Goldfish Demon

“*Remember, it has to be something of equal, equal value, value.*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Wager accepted! Let the game begin! This game is called, One Shell Monty!*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*The rules are simple. I place Monty under one of these three plates. Give them a shuffle as you point to the one that contains Monty!*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Alright, let's go! Where…is…Monty?*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*So close, but I'll be taking that sword now.*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*You know, you could always wager again if you like. Something equal value to the sword and the engine?*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*One deed to, uh, "Pigsy's Noodles"? Fancy! I'll take it!*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Okay, here we go again! Where…issss…Monty?!*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Tough break, little buddy. Care to try again?*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Oopsie daisy! Nope! Wrong again!*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Well, well, well, it looks like you wagered just about everything you've had, kiddo. Tough break, guys.*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*He's right, you know? Besides, what more could a goldfish want? I have all the treasures in the world!*”
―The Goldfish Demon

**Goldfish Demon**: “*Uh, I don't think this is-*”

**MK**: “*There is nothing more valuable than friendship. And there is no way I could lose if my are at stake.*”

**Goldfish Demon**: “*Hmm. Well, I suppose I could use a servant…or three! Alright, You're on!*”

—The Goldfish Demon and MK

“*So, where... is... Monty?!*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*So sad, too bad. But you-What?! Impossible. How did you-*”
―The Goldfish Demon
“*Now, now, now, listen. We can make a deal, friends?*”
―The Goldfish Demon
## Names in other languages

 **Mandarin** | *Show*: **灵感大王***Credits*: **金鱼精** | *Show*: Translates to **Inspiration King***Credits*: Translates to **Goldfish Spirit**.

## Trivia

* In *Journey to the West*, the Goldfish Demon was known as the "King of Spiritual Touch" and was Guanyin's pet, who gained powers from listening to her lectures.

## References

1. ↑ Adams, Jeremy. It is not a direct 1:1 representation to JTW by design. It gives us more freedom with stories and characters and hopefully points people to search and experience JTW themselves (Tweet). Archived from the original on August 28, 2022.
2. ↑ Journey to the West, Volume 2, Chapter 49 (Anthony C. Yu translation, Revised Edition)