The Dragon Quest series by Square Enix brings some of the whimsical elements to life as the Slime mascot is imagined in the form of a teapot. The homeware is designed in a full tear silhouette in terms of the shape. It is then accented with the blue slime on the front.
The large eyes and wide red smile displayed with functional elements such as the spout and the carrying handle on the side to ease pouring. It is able to hold up to 400ml of liquid and features a loose-leaf strainer inside. The playful Dragon Quest teapot is now available for fans to pre-order -- it can be placed online at charadepa for about $23 USD.
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The New Slime Teapot Nods to the Dragon Quest Series
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