The Origin of Fleko
Creator:
Fleko was designed by Luminex Co., a company known for theme parks, animated shows, and merchandise. In the late 1990s, the company aimed to create a new mascot that could symbolize joy, energy, and creativity, appealing to children and families alike.
Purpose:
The mascot was intended for commercials, live events, and merchandise—a small, animal-like plush hybrid that could capture hearts instantly. Designers combined soft plush textures, animal traits (ears, paws, tail), and bright colors to craft the prototype.
The Prototype:
Due to tight deadlines, Fleko was never completed as intended. Its proportions were uneven, stitching was rough, and colors clashed in ways the designers didn’t anticipate. After initial testing, the mascot was quietly shelved, never reaching the public eye.
Rumors About Fleko
Even though Fleko was abandoned, employees and locals spread stories about the prototypes:
Some claim Fleko moves slightly when no one is watching, twitching its ears or flicking its tail.
Others report that Fleko’s button eyes seem to follow people who pass by the storage rooms.
A few say they’ve heard faint squeaks or soft, whisper-like sounds from the prototypes, especially in quiet hallways.
Occasionally, people claim Fleko seems to appear in different locations in the warehouse overnight.
No one knows whether these reports are exaggerated, imagined, or something more mysterious—but they have made Fleko an object of curiosity for collectors and employees alike.
Timeline of Events: Luminex Co. & Fleko
1997: Luminex Co. announces plans to create a new company mascot.
1998: Early designs and sketches of Fleko are developed.
1999: Initial prototypes are completed. Testing reveals flaws—uneven limbs, clashing colors, awkward stitching.
2000: Luminex Co. abandons Fleko before any public debut. Prototypes are stored in the company warehouse.
2001–2005: Rumors about the prototypes begin circulating among employees—twitching ears, moving tails, and occasional squeaks. Fleko gains a reputation as a mysterious, unfinished creation.
2006–Present: Fleko becomes a minor legend among fans of the company. Some collectors search for leftover prototypes, hoping to uncover one of the mysterious mascots.
