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What Jynx is based on is a controversial topic within the fandom, although common interpretations are a Nordic woman (possibly {{wp|Hel (goddess)|Hel}}, goddess of the underworld), or ガン黒 ''{{wp|ganguro}}'', ''face-black''. Also, the fact that Jynx are depicted as Santa's helpers in the anime can be a proof that Jynx is based on {{wp|Zwarte Piet}}. Jynx also has the traits of a female opera singer, especially the iconic cartoon depiction of the {{wp|It ain't over 'til the fat lady sings| fat lady}} | What Jynx is based on is a controversial topic within the fandom, although common interpretations are a Nordic woman (possibly {{wp|Hel (goddess)|Hel}}, goddess of the underworld), or ガン黒 ''{{wp|ganguro}}'', ''face-black''. Also, the fact that Jynx are depicted as Santa's helpers in the anime can be a proof that Jynx is based on {{wp|Zwarte Piet}}. Jynx also has the traits of a female opera singer, especially the iconic cartoon depiction of the {{wp|It ain't over 'til the fat lady sings| fat lady}}; it should also be noted that the third generation sprites depict it singing, especially the Emerald sprite that animates it signing a high note. | ||
Jynx may also have origins in the Japanese spirits known as {{wp|Yuki Onna}} (who has no feet like Jynx) or {{wp|Yama Uba}}, the latter of which is described as always wearing a tattered red kimono and having whitish-blonde hair (all traits shared by Jynx). | Jynx may also have origins in the Japanese spirits known as {{wp|Yuki Onna}} (who has no feet like Jynx) or {{wp|Yama Uba}}, the latter of which is described as always wearing a tattered red kimono and having whitish-blonde hair (all traits shared by Jynx). | ||