Fish Fight! Pezcado's EL CAMPEÓN Hits DesignerCon with a Blackout Edition!

Put your gloves up, collectors, because there's a new contender stepping into the designer toy ring, and this fish came ready to FIGHT! Puerto Rican art-toy project Pezcado is making its first appearance at DesignerCon Las Vegas with QUE PALIZA!, a debut collection led by the wonderfully expressive EL CAMPEÓN! This boxing-inspired fish is packed with personality, sporting raised gloves and a fighting spirit that feels much bigger than its sculpt. But there's another challenger stepping into the ring, too! Meet EL APAGÓN, a striking blackout edition of the character created as a tribute to Puerto Rico and its ability to keep fighting even when the lights go out. That's a pretty powerful message to pack into an art toy, and we're absolutely here for it!

EL APAGÓN, which translates to "The Blackout," takes the familiar EL CAMPEÓN character and gives it a dramatic darker treatment. Beyond the visual change, the release carries a message directly connected to the artist's Puerto Rican roots and the ongoing challenges surrounding the island's electrical infrastructure. Rather than simply creating another exclusive colorway, Pezcado has given this particular version a story worth telling.

According to the artist's announcement, EL APAGÓN is a limited release made in honor of an island that continues to fight through difficult circumstances. It's an interesting example of how an original character can represent something personal and cultural while still being a fun collectible.

Of course, the original EL CAMPEÓN is bringing plenty of color to the party as well! The Colors Edition gives the boxing-inspired character a vibrant treatment, creating a nice contrast against the dark presentation of EL APAGÓN. Display the two together, and you've got a pretty fun match-up happening right on your shelf!

And the fun doesn't stop with the main figures. The QUE PALIZA! collection also features 1 2 3 Pezcado, a set of stackable mini figures that expand the character universe in a playful new direction. Collectors can also expect additional merchandise, including El Boxer and Fuakata T-shirts.

The entire collection will make its debut at DesignerCon Las Vegas, November 13–15, 2026, inside The Expo at World Market Center. Find Pezcado at booth TH18, where attendees will have the opportunity to check out the figures and merchandise in person.

Exact edition sizes, pricing, and purchasing procedures for EL APAGÓN have not yet been announced, so collectors should follow the artist's Instagram for the latest information.

Between the expressive character design, the debut collection, and the meaningful story behind the blackout edition, Pezcado is bringing something fresh to the designer toy scene. From Puerto Rico to Las Vegas, EL CAMPEÓN is ready to step into the ring, and we can't wait to see what comes next!