Hotru — meaning "cute, fun, and full of charm" in the Chaoshan dialect — offers a uniquely diverse experience: owners can change the appearance of their cat or dragon-pig hybrid figures with an array of masks. These range from foxes and deer to the Taotie, a mythical creature whose motif is iconic on ancient Chinese ritual bronzes. Designer Cai Runquan thus blends playful appeal with classical heritage, giving these collectibles a distinct Chinese character.