{"title":"The Curated Collection","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePersonally selected. Never accidentally acquired.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore Obsidian Betta Co. existed, I was simply a collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many people in this hobby, I'd spend hours searching through hundreds of Betta fish from breeders across the world. Every now and then, one would appear that made me stop scrolling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot because it was expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot because it was fashionable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut because I knew I'd regret not owning it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose are the fish you'll find here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Curated Collection wasn't created as a marketing idea or another product category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt exists because, long before Obsidian became a business, I was building a personal collection of fish that I believed were genuinely exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery fish here has been chosen by me, for me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome represent bloodlines I believe deserve to be preserved. Some have the potential to influence future Obsidian breeding projects. Others are here for one simple reason...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI couldn't leave them behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a fish makes it into the Curated Collection, it has already achieved something very few ever will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt convinced me to buy it with absolutely no intention of selling it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Obsidian has grown, so has my collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the business is expanding faster than I ever imagined. New bloodlines continue to emerge, breeding plans continue to evolve, and every month I discover fish that challenge what I thought was possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reality is that no matter how much space I build, no one can keep everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA personal collection has to evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot because the fish become any less special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot because something better has replaced them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut because making room for tomorrow's discoveries is part of being a collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's why you'll occasionally find fish from my own collection available here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot because they were bought to be sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause I believe someone else should have the opportunity to own a fish that was originally selected purely because I wanted it for myself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCurated Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish within the Curated Collection are personally selected by Obsidian for exceptional quality, rarity or genetic significance. Most are acquired for our own collection and future breeding programme. While a small number are released for sale, they represent the highest standard available from Obsidian Betta Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWYSIWYG. Always.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery fish within the Curated Collection is sold exactly as photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo representative images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo edited stock photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fish you choose is the fish you'll receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Betta is individually photographed, health assessed, conditioned and carefully packed before secure UK delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor Collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're searching for a rare Samurai Betta, an exceptional Halfmoon, an outstanding breeding prospect or simply one fish that stands above the rest, the Curated Collection represents the very best Obsidian has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will never be the largest collection in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was never meant to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt exists to house the fish I believed were worth owning before anyone else had the chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf I decide to let one go, it's because I believe someone else should have the opportunity to own it too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyan Gardiner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFounder | Obsidian Betta Co.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vampire-samurai-halfmoon-betta-male-crt-oth-m-001","title":"Vampire Samurai Halfmoon Betta Male (CRT-OTH-M-001)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePowerful contrast, exceptional form and true collector appeal define this outstanding Vampire Samurai Halfmoon Male.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA heavily armoured metallic white Samurai shoulder flows into a deep obsidian-black body before erupting into an immense crimson-red Halfmoon tail. The balance between metallic armour, rich black pigmentation and intense red finnage creates one of the most striking colour combinations available within modern Samurai bloodlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected for his exceptional structure, colour saturation and commanding presence, this male has earned his place within the prestigious Obsidian Curated Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Curated Collection represents the very highest tier within Obsidian Betta Co. These fish are selected individually from hundreds available, reserved only for specimens that demonstrate exceptional quality, rarity and the ability to define the future direction of the collection. They are not chosen by price—they are chosen because they are extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with every Obsidian Betta Co. listing, this is a genuine WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) listing. The fish photographed is the exact fish you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSex: Male\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTail Type: Halfmoon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariety: Vampire Samurai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection: Curated Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Metallic White Samurai Armour, Obsidian Black Body \u0026amp; Crimson Red Halfmoon Finnage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWYSIWYG: Yes – Exact fish photographed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy We Selected This Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruly exceptional Vampire Samurai males remain scarce, particularly those capable of combining powerful Halfmoon form with this level of metallic armour and colour contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis expansive crimson Halfmoon finnage, deep obsidian body and heavily armoured Samurai shoulder create a specimen with genuine collector appeal and significant long-term breeding potential. After careful selection in Indonesia, he earned his place within the Obsidian Curated Collection as one of the finest Vampire Samurai examples available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Obsidian Betta Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58148405150044,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/1286\/2300\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_f17102a8-6ab6-4037-abff-7c3538f0c2f0.jpg?v=1782596303"},{"product_id":"snow-dragon-halfmoon-betta-male-crt-snd-m-001","title":"Snow Dragon Halfmoon Betta Male (CRT-SND-M-001)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePure elegance, exceptional form and true collector quality define this outstanding Snow Dragon Halfmoon Male.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flawless pearl-white metallic body is complemented by bold crimson-red patterning flowing effortlessly through the fins, creating a striking balance between refinement and intensity. His expansive Halfmoon finnage, clean Dragon scaling and exceptional colour distribution combine to produce one of the finest modern Snow Dragon specimens available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelected for his outstanding structure, symmetry and commanding presence, this male has earned his place within the prestigious Obsidian Curated Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Curated Collection represents the very highest tier within Obsidian Betta Co. These fish are selected individually from hundreds available, reserved only for specimens that demonstrate exceptional quality, rarity and the ability to define the future direction of the collection. They are not chosen by price—they are chosen because they are extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with every Obsidian Betta Co. listing, this is a genuine WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) listing. The fish photographed is the exact fish you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSex: Male\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTail Type: Halfmoon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariety: Snow Dragon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection: Curated Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Pearl White Dragon Scaling with Crimson Red Patterning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWYSIWYG: Yes – Exact fish photographed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy We Selected This Fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExceptional Snow Dragon males with this level of finnage, metallic scaling and colour balance remain increasingly difficult to source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis immaculate Dragon armour, expansive Halfmoon tail and beautifully distributed crimson patterning create a specimen with genuine collector appeal and outstanding long-term breeding potential. After careful selection in Indonesia, he earned his place within the Obsidian Curated Collection as one of the finest Snow Dragon examples available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Obsidian Betta Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58148502143324,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/1286\/2300\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_e9b3b5bd-5811-4c18-aec8-fb27e3fa2c0f.jpg?v=1782596871"},{"product_id":"samurai-crowntail-betta-pair-male-crt-oth-m-002-female-crt-oth-f-001","title":"Samurai Crowntail Betta Pair Male (CRT-OTH-M-002) Female (CRT-OTH-F-001)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRarely seen within the UK hobby, this striking Samurai Crowntail pair combines one of the most sought-after metallic bloodlines with the unmistakable elegance of the Crowntail form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe male displays a heavily armoured metallic silver-white body flowing into dramatic jet-black extended rays, creating a bold, high-contrast silhouette from every angle. His matching female mirrors the same distinctive Samurai patterning, making this a beautifully balanced pair with genuine collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more commonly available Halfmoon and Plakat Samurai varieties, quality Crowntail Samurai remain exceptionally scarce. Their unique finnage gives the metallic armour an entirely different character, creating a pair that stands apart from the mainstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonally selected for their colour quality, balanced form and complementary presentation, this pair represents an increasingly difficult combination to source and is ideal for collectors looking for something truly different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurated Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish within the Curated Collection are personally selected by Obsidian for exceptional quality, rarity or genetic significance. Most are acquired for our own collection and future breeding programme. 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