Welcoming Your Relic into Its New Waterscape

Each aquascape relic arrives steeped in lore and ready to awaken within your aquarium. To preserve its beauty and support its aquatic harmony, we recommend the following steps and gentle rituals.

📦 Arrival & Awakening

Unveiling the Relic

Your relic has journeyed far—wrapped with care to protect its delicate magic. Before you attempt to release it from its cocoon, please read these notes to avoid accidental damage.

Most relics arrive nested in soft bags or bubble wrap. Do not tug or twist to free them.
Instead, gently cut away the outer wrap—preferably with blunt-tipped scissors—avoiding sharp blades near fine mosses, delicate roots, or ornamentation.
If plant elements are visible through the wrap, pause and unwrap slowly, layer by layer, as if discovering a relic in an ancient vault.
Allow yourself a moment to take it in—sight, scent, texture—before placing it into soak or within its aquarium sanctuary.

Remember: your relic isn't just unwrapped, it's awakened.

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🪵 Wood & Tannins

Your relic’s wooden elements have been lovingly pre-soaked to release most of their natural tannins.
Tannins are earthy compounds released from driftwood—think of them as nature’s tea, infusing the water with a soft amber tint.
They’re completely safe for fish, shrimp, and aquatic plants, and may even offer mild antifungal and antibacterial properties.
We suggest you continue soaking for an additional 24 hours upon receipt to ensure you're happy with the coloration before placing it in your tank.

Tannin-rich water is often revered for its forest-floor aesthetic and calming ambiance. Many aquarists see it as part of the relic’s evolving story.

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🌬️ Waterflow & Placement

Position your relic in a stable current, allowing soft flow to dance around its contours.
Avoid placing near strong filters or bubbles that might dislodge delicate moss or fine elements.
Consider low-flow zones for relics designed with subtle detailing or suspended foliage.

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🧼 Maintenance & Respectful Upkeep

Gently remove excess biofilm or algae with a soft brush or dedicated aquarium-safe tools.
Never use soap or chemicals—your relic’s enchantment thrives in purity.
Trim or refresh moss and plants seasonally, like tending to a magical grove.

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🌳 Material Origins

Each piece of wood chosen for your relic has been carefully selected for its aesthetic character, durability, and compatibility with aquatic life. We source from trusted partners who understand the needs of aquascaping and the nuances of natural preservation.

Every branch, root, and fragment is vetted not just for form—but for the story it carries.

While we don’t publicly list our suppliers to protect the integrity of the Vault, rest assured that all materials have been soaked, seasoned, and tested with both beauty and balance in mind.

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⛰️ Runestones & Rootbeds

Some relics rest upon fragments of ancient earth—stones chosen not merely for their visual poetry, but for their peaceful presence within aquatic realms. These materials are sourced from trusted aquarium suppliers, selected for stability, safety, and story.

✨ Materials You May Encounter

Seiryu-style runestones — Veined like mountain echoes, dramatic yet composed.
Lava shard foundations — Porous and moss-loving, shaped by elemental fire.
River-worn pebbles — Gentle, smooth, timeless tokens of underwater pilgrimage.
Elderstone fragments — Dark and stoic, said to quiet restless currents.
Dragonstone — Earthy and rugged, favored for dramatic terraces and mythic layering.
Pagoda stone — Pale and stratified, evoking ancient temple steps beneath water.
Black slate shards — Sleek and grounding, ideal for subtle contrast or shadowplay.

I do not use reactive minerals, glass, or crystal fragments in submerged zones. Every relic is designed with both beauty and aquatic balance in mind.

🧪 Material Alchemy

Each relic is assembled with care using materials chosen for both durability and safety in aquatic environments. Here's a closer look at the crafting components behind the magic:

✨ Adhesives & Binders

WoldoClean Aquarium Super Glue
A cyanoacrylate-based adhesive formulated for underwater use—safe for fish, shrimp, and aquatic plants. It bonds natural elements like wood, stone, and moss quickly, without leaching harmful chemicals.
BSI Insta-Set (Glue Accelerator)
A non-toxic catalyst that speeds up curing time, especially useful for securing complex compositions. It ensures structural stability without compromising water quality.
- Your relic’s quiet companion—ready to mend, restore, and help your aquascape flourish anew.
  ✨ Included Adhesive
  - Guo Elephant Glue Gel (5g)
    A gift from the Vault—each relic includes a 5g tube of aquarium-safe gel glue.
    Ideal for attaching aquatic plants, moss, or decorative elements to natural surfaces like stone, wood, or glass. Also suitable for small fixes, such as re-securing detached pieces or making gentle post-shipment adjustments.

All adhesives are used minimally and precisely, with contact points concealed whenever possible to preserve the relic’s natural beauty.

🌊✨ The Relic Keeper’s Note ✨🌊

A message from Clare, sent with wonder and a pinch of tanklight

With honest thanks and quiet awe—
it's a joy to create relics that find life in tanks as thoughtful as yours.
I've learned so much through these connections, and made friends I never expected.
Your support means everything, and I never take it for granted.

Here's to sharing water, stories, and a little bit of magic.

With warmth and wonder,
Clare 🐚✨