"Slay" by Trúc Linh takes the cover — and the last laugh

Dear reader, This week the tank was positively bubbling: 402 new fish from 19 artists swam into our waters, and 51 ratings rippled through the reef. At the center of it all glides "Slay" by Trúc Linh, a fish that earned both our cover and a hearty laugh from the judging panel. Elsewhere, a three-way tie at 390 grams kept our scales busy — and a certain grumpy goldfish nearly slipped past us entirely.

Yours in salt water, — the sorting desk

Fish of the week

Slay · drawafish post

“This week’s cover star serves pure aquatic attitude, and we are absolutely here for it! From those perfectly glossed lips to the sassy hand flashing a flawless red manicure, this fish doesn't just swim—it struts. It’s a hilarious, unforgettable masterpiece that perfectly embodies our community's playful spirit.”

“Slay”by Trúc LinhSouvenir sheet
No. 12 · 1 of 1

From the tank archive

This week's collection

Album page 12 · mounted & catalogued

Top rated series

Heavyweight series

First day of issue

The commemorative series

74pts해삐리 · drawafish post

Most BeautifulStamp 1 of 5 · “해삐리” by 24c062

“"해삐리" by 24c062 carries itself with an easy grace — the kind of quiet charm that doesn't need to announce itself. A lovely presence in the tank, and a deserving beauty this week.”

The Coral CuratorKeeper of beauty & charm

15pts方块乔 · drawafish post

Most CreativeStamp 2 of 5 · “方块乔” by Anonymous

“"方块乔" delights me precisely because it refuses to swim in expected shapes — a genuinely strange and wonderful idea from an anonymous artist. I do hope its creator returns to claim this splendid oddity.”

The Deep-Sea DoctorChair of curious ideas

40pts뽀송 토끼 · drawafish post

CutestStamp 3 of 5 · “뽀송 토끼” by Anonymous

“"뽀송 토끼" is soft sweetness given fins, and I found myself utterly charmed at first glance. Whoever drew this dear little swimmer left it unsigned — but its warmth speaks plainly for itself.”

The Coral CuratorKeeper of beauty & charm

68ptsSlay · drawafish post

FunniestStamp 4 of 5 · “Slay” by Trúc Linh

“"Slay" by Trúc Linh had me wheezing bubbles — this fish doesn't just swim, it performs, and the whole reef is in on the joke. A cover star and a comedian in one? That's range.”

The Puffer ComedianOfficer of visual jokes

81ptsGoldie Grumpface · drawafish post

Hidden GemStamp 5 of 5 · “Goldie Grumpface” by Trúc Linh

“In a week of 402 arrivals, "Goldie Grumpface" by Trúc Linh could easily have drifted by unremarked — but that stubborn little scowl rewards a second look. Filed with care, so it will not be forgotten.”