{"id":430027,"date":"2025-04-06T01:28:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-06T01:28:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=430027"},"modified":"2025-04-06T01:28:06","modified_gmt":"2025-04-06T01:28:06","slug":"what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a carp in Sekiro?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#What_is_a_Carp_in_Sekiro_Shadows_Die_Twice_A_Comprehensive_Guide\" title=\"What is a Carp in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice? A Comprehensive Guide\">What is a Carp in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice? A Comprehensive Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#Understanding_the_Carp_in_Sekiro\" title=\"Understanding the Carp in Sekiro\">Understanding the Carp in Sekiro<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#The_Regular_Carp\" title=\"The Regular Carp\">The Regular Carp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#The_Great_Colored_Carp\" title=\"The Great Colored Carp\">The Great Colored Carp<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#The_Significance_of_Treasure_Carp_Scales\" title=\"The Significance of Treasure Carp Scales\">The Significance of Treasure Carp Scales<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#What_Can_You_Buy_with_Treasure_Carp_Scales\" title=\"What Can You Buy with Treasure Carp Scales?\">What Can You Buy with Treasure Carp Scales?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#Interacting_with_the_Great_Colored_Carp\" title=\"Interacting with the Great Colored Carp\">Interacting with the Great Colored Carp<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#The_Poisoned_Bait_and_the_Divine_Realm\" title=\"The Poisoned Bait and the Divine Realm\">The Poisoned Bait and the Divine Realm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#Consequences_and_Choices\" title=\"Consequences and Choices\">Consequences and Choices<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Carps_in_Sekiro\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Carps in Sekiro\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Carps in Sekiro<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#1_Where_can_I_find_regular_carp_in_Sekiro\" title=\"1. Where can I find regular carp in Sekiro?\">1. Where can I find regular carp in Sekiro?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#2_What_are_Treasure_Carp_Scales_used_for\" title=\"2. What are Treasure Carp Scales used for?\">2. What are Treasure Carp Scales used for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#3_How_many_Treasure_Carp_Scales_are_needed_to_buy_everything_from_the_Pot_Nobles\" title=\"3. How many Treasure Carp Scales are needed to buy everything from the Pot Nobles?\">3. How many Treasure Carp Scales are needed to buy everything from the Pot Nobles?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#4_Is_it_worth_killing_the_regular_carp_for_their_scales\" title=\"4. Is it worth killing the regular carp for their scales?\">4. Is it worth killing the regular carp for their scales?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#5_Can_I_respawn_regular_carp\" title=\"5. Can I respawn regular carp?\">5. Can I respawn regular carp?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#6_What_is_the_Great_Colored_Carp\" title=\"6. What is the Great Colored Carp?\">6. What is the Great Colored Carp?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#7_Can_I_fight_the_Great_Colored_Carp_directly\" title=\"7. Can I fight the Great Colored Carp directly?\">7. Can I fight the Great Colored Carp directly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#8_What_is_the_significance_of_the_Truly_Precious_Bait\" title=\"8. What is the significance of the Truly Precious Bait?\">8. What is the significance of the Truly Precious Bait?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#9_Where_do_I_get_the_Truly_Precious_Bait\" title=\"9. Where do I get the Truly Precious Bait?\">9. Where do I get the Truly Precious Bait?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#10_What_happens_if_I_feed_the_Great_Colored_Carp_the_Truly_Precious_Bait\" title=\"10. What happens if I feed the Great Colored Carp the Truly Precious Bait?\">10. What happens if I feed the Great Colored Carp the Truly Precious Bait?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#11_Is_there_a_%E2%80%9Cgood%E2%80%9D_or_%E2%80%9Cbad%E2%80%9D_choice_regarding_the_Great_Colored_Carp\" title=\"11. Is there a &#8220;good&#8221; or &#8220;bad&#8221; choice regarding the Great Colored Carp?\">11. Is there a &#8220;good&#8221; or &#8220;bad&#8221; choice regarding the Great Colored Carp?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#12_What_happens_to_the_Pot_Nobles_after_the_Great_Colored_Carp_quest\" title=\"12. What happens to the Pot Nobles after the Great Colored Carp quest?\">12. What happens to the Pot Nobles after the Great Colored Carp quest?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#13_Does_the_Great_Colored_Carp_quest_affect_the_main_story_ending\" title=\"13. Does the Great Colored Carp quest affect the main story ending?\">13. Does the Great Colored Carp quest affect the main story ending?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#14_Are_the_carp_connected_to_the_Divine_Dragon\" title=\"14. Are the carp connected to the Divine Dragon?\">14. Are the carp connected to the Divine Dragon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-carp-in-sekiro\/#15_What_is_the_symbolism_behind_the_carp_in_Sekiro\" title=\"15. What is the symbolism behind the carp in Sekiro?\">15. What is the symbolism behind the carp in Sekiro?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Carp_in_Sekiro_Shadows_Die_Twice_A_Comprehensive_Guide\"><\/span>What is a Carp in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice? A Comprehensive Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>A <strong>carp in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice<\/strong> refers to two distinct entities: the <strong>regular carp<\/strong> swimming in various bodies of water throughout the game, and the <strong>Great Colored Carp<\/strong>, a massive, unique, and more significant creature residing in the Fountainhead Palace. Both types of carp serve as elements of the game\u2019s world-building and contribute to its lore and gameplay mechanics, particularly through <strong>offering scales<\/strong> obtained from them. The regular carp can be killed to obtain <strong>Treasure Carp Scales<\/strong>, a valuable currency for purchasing unique items and upgrades. The Great Colored Carp, however, presents a more nuanced interaction, central to a specific storyline involving its demise and the fate of certain characters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Carp_in_Sekiro\"><\/span>Understanding the Carp in Sekiro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The carps in Sekiro, while seemingly simple creatures, are deeply interwoven with the game&#8217;s mythology and the themes of cyclical existence, corruption, and redemption. They represent more than just fish; they are symbols connected to the divine and the fading remnants of a powerful ancient race.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Regular_Carp\"><\/span>The Regular Carp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The regular carp are found in several locations, including the Hirata Estate, Sunken Valley Passage, and Mibu Village. They are easily identifiable by their distinct reddish-orange color and their leisurely swimming patterns. These fish are not inherently aggressive and pose no threat to the player. However, they are significant because they drop <strong>Treasure Carp Scales<\/strong> when killed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Great_Colored_Carp\"><\/span>The Great Colored Carp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Great Colored Carp<\/strong> is an entirely different beast. This colossal creature resides within the serene waters of the Fountainhead Palace. It is significantly larger than the regular carp and boasts vibrant, multicolored scales. The Great Colored Carp cannot be fought directly in a conventional sense. Instead, the player must interact with it indirectly, making choices that influence its fate and the destinies of other characters within the game. Interacting with the <strong>Pot Noble Harunaga<\/strong> and <strong>Pot Noble Koremori<\/strong> are tied directly to the Great Colored Carp&#8217;s fate.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Significance_of_Treasure_Carp_Scales\"><\/span>The Significance of Treasure Carp Scales<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Treasure Carp Scales<\/strong> are a special type of currency obtained by killing regular carp or finding them in specific locations. They are used to purchase unique and powerful items from the <strong>Pot Nobles<\/strong> Harunaga and Koremori, who reside in earthenware pots at different locations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_You_Buy_with_Treasure_Carp_Scales\"><\/span>What Can You Buy with Treasure Carp Scales?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The items available from the Pot Nobles vary, but they generally include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mask Fragments<\/strong>: Necessary for unlocking powerful combat arts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lapis Lazuli<\/strong>: A valuable material required for upgrading prosthetic tools to their ultimate forms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attack Power Upgrade Materials<\/strong>: Items like Dragon&#8217;s Blood Droplet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other Unique Items<\/strong>: Consumables and key items that provide various advantages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interacting_with_the_Great_Colored_Carp\"><\/span>Interacting with the Great Colored Carp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The interaction with the <strong>Great Colored Carp<\/strong> is more complex than simply acquiring scales. It involves a questline that has significant consequences and connects to the lore surrounding the Fountainhead Palace and the Pot Nobles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Poisoned_Bait_and_the_Divine_Realm\"><\/span>The Poisoned Bait and the Divine Realm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The central choice in the questline involves feeding the Great Colored Carp either <strong>Truly Precious Bait<\/strong> (obtained from Koremori) or <strong>Regular Precious Bait<\/strong>. Feeding the carp the Truly Precious Bait leads to its death and unlocks further story progression. The Carp&#8217;s death allows either Harunaga or Koremori to transform into a Carp themselves. The regular Precious Bait does little to the Carp.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consequences_and_Choices\"><\/span>Consequences and Choices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The choice of bait determines the ending of the quest and the fate of the Pot Nobles. This interaction highlights the game&#8217;s themes of morality, sacrifice, and the cyclical nature of existence, where one creature&#8217;s death can lead to another&#8217;s transformation or continuation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Carps_in_Sekiro\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Carps in Sekiro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions about the carp in Sekiro, covering their locations, uses, and lore implications:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Where_can_I_find_regular_carp_in_Sekiro\"><\/span>1. Where can I find regular carp in Sekiro?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Regular carp can be found in several locations, including: <strong>Hirata Estate (Bamboo Thicket Slope), Sunken Valley Passage (Gun Fort Shrine), Mibu Village, and Fountainhead Palace.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_are_Treasure_Carp_Scales_used_for\"><\/span>2. What are Treasure Carp Scales used for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Treasure Carp Scales<\/strong> are used as currency to purchase rare and valuable items from the <strong>Pot Nobles<\/strong>, Harunaga and Koremori.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_many_Treasure_Carp_Scales_are_needed_to_buy_everything_from_the_Pot_Nobles\"><\/span>3. How many Treasure Carp Scales are needed to buy everything from the Pot Nobles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You will need around <strong>40 to 45 Treasure Carp Scales<\/strong> to purchase all available items from both Pot Nobles. Exact count may vary slightly based on missed items or vendor inventory changes due to game progression.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_it_worth_killing_the_regular_carp_for_their_scales\"><\/span>4. Is it worth killing the regular carp for their scales?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, killing the regular carp is highly recommended, as the items purchased with <strong>Treasure Carp Scales<\/strong> are often powerful and useful for character progression.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_I_respawn_regular_carp\"><\/span>5. Can I respawn regular carp?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, regular carp <strong>respawn after resting<\/strong> at an Idol. This allows you to farm them for <strong>Treasure Carp Scales<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_the_Great_Colored_Carp\"><\/span>6. What is the Great Colored Carp?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Great Colored Carp<\/strong> is a massive, unique carp residing in the Fountainhead Palace. It plays a significant role in a side quest involving the Pot Nobles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Can_I_fight_the_Great_Colored_Carp_directly\"><\/span>7. Can I fight the Great Colored Carp directly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, you <strong>cannot directly fight<\/strong> the Great Colored Carp in a conventional battle. You interact with it through a questline involving bait.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_significance_of_the_Truly_Precious_Bait\"><\/span>8. What is the significance of the Truly Precious Bait?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Truly Precious Bait<\/strong> is a key item used to influence the fate of the Great Colored Carp. Feeding it the Truly Precious Bait will lead to its death.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Where_do_I_get_the_Truly_Precious_Bait\"><\/span>9. Where do I get the Truly Precious Bait?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Truly Precious Bait<\/strong> can be obtained from <strong>Pot Noble Koremori<\/strong> after progressing his questline by giving him Treasure Carp Scales.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_happens_if_I_feed_the_Great_Colored_Carp_the_Truly_Precious_Bait\"><\/span>10. What happens if I feed the Great Colored Carp the Truly Precious Bait?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you feed the <strong>Great Colored Carp<\/strong> the <strong>Truly Precious Bait<\/strong>, it will die. This action triggers further events in the questline involving the Pot Nobles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Is_there_a_%E2%80%9Cgood%E2%80%9D_or_%E2%80%9Cbad%E2%80%9D_choice_regarding_the_Great_Colored_Carp\"><\/span>11. Is there a &#8220;good&#8221; or &#8220;bad&#8221; choice regarding the Great Colored Carp?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The choice of bait doesn&#8217;t necessarily have a &#8220;good&#8221; or &#8220;bad&#8221; outcome. It primarily affects the ending of the quest and the fates of the Pot Nobles, providing different narrative conclusions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_What_happens_to_the_Pot_Nobles_after_the_Great_Colored_Carp_quest\"><\/span>12. What happens to the Pot Nobles after the Great Colored Carp quest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The outcome depends on the bait you used. Usually, either <strong>Harunaga<\/strong> or <strong>Koremori<\/strong> will transform into a Great Colored Carp themselves, inheriting its position.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Does_the_Great_Colored_Carp_quest_affect_the_main_story_ending\"><\/span>13. Does the Great Colored Carp quest affect the main story ending?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, the <strong>Great Colored Carp<\/strong> quest is a side quest and <strong>does not directly influence<\/strong> the main story endings. However, it enriches the game&#8217;s lore and provides valuable items.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Are_the_carp_connected_to_the_Divine_Dragon\"><\/span>14. Are the carp connected to the Divine Dragon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While not directly stated, the <strong>carp are believed to be connected to the Divine Dragon<\/strong> due to their presence in the Fountainhead Palace, the dragon&#8217;s origin. Some speculate they are lesser manifestations or descendants of the dragon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_What_is_the_symbolism_behind_the_carp_in_Sekiro\"><\/span>15. What is the symbolism behind the carp in Sekiro?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The carp in Sekiro symbolize a variety of themes including <strong>transformation, cyclical existence, and the corruption of immortality.<\/strong> The Great Colored Carp specifically represents a fading god and the consequences of seeking eternal life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a Carp in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice? A Comprehensive Guide A carp in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice refers to two distinct entities: the regular carp swimming in various bodies of water throughout the game, and the Great Colored Carp, a massive, unique, and more significant creature residing in the Fountainhead Palace. 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