Taiwanese mascot 'Guangming Deer' undergoes 'beauty treatments' after accidental fall

The disappearance of a popular "Guangming Deer" mascot from its prominent position outside the Nantou Vehicle Supervision Station in Taiwan has caused concern among local residents and drivers. The statue, known for its cute appearance, was a familiar sight, often depicted sitting upright on a rock.

To alleviate worries, the Nantou Vehicle Supervision Station took to its Facebook page to announce that the "Guangming Deer" had not gone missing or run away. Instead, the station humorously explained that the mascot had experienced an accidental fall, describing it as a "fall on its face + prostration" before being sent for "beauty treatments" at a repair facility.

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Guangming Deer is not missing, nor has it run away from home, it just accidentally fell on its face + prostrated itself and is undergoing beauty treatments at the factory.

The "Happy Deer" mascots, including "Guangming Deer," are part of a public relations initiative by the Directorate General of Highways, which began placing these statues in 2020. Currently, there are 16 such mascots across Taiwan, with the first one appearing in May 2020. "Guangming Deer," ranked third among the mascots, was installed at the Nantou station's entrance, deriving its name from its location on Guangming First Road.

Netizens responded to the station's lighthearted post with humor, drawing parallels to recent discussions about celebrity cosmetic procedures. One commenter humorously suggested recommending a doctor for the deer's "beauty treatments," referencing a popular singer known for her youthful appearance. The station's playful approach to the mascot's temporary absence has clearly resonated with the public, turning a potentially concerning event into a moment of shared amusement.

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Beauty treatments, I recommend Dr. Sun Shumei as the attending physician.