All New Pets in Grow a Garden Corrupted Event Update (February 2026)

Updated by Ankit Babal
July 26, 2025
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The Grow a Garden Corrupted Event launched on July 26, 2026, bringing darkness to the peaceful Zen paradise with six powerful new pets that flip the game’s collaborative philosophy on its head. While the Zen Event encouraged cooperation and harmony, the Corrupted Event introduces chaos, corruption, and pets with game-changing abilities that can strip away mutations just as easily as they grant them.

The pets introduced in the latest Grow a Garden update can be obtained either by completing the Corrupted event quests or buying them directly from the existing Zen shop. Unlike previous updates, we don’t have any new seed packs or pet eggs. Instead, both of these things are obtainable either by completing quests or buying them directly from the shop.

Quick Overview: All Corrupted Event Pets (February 2026)

Here’s a complete breakdown of every new pet introduced in the Corrupted Event update:

Pet Name	Rarity	How to Obtain	Drop Rate	Trait Summary
Corrupted Kitsune	Prismatic	Kitsune Box/Corrupt Chest	1%	Removes 9 mutations, adds Corrupt Chakra
Raiju	Divine	Zen Shop (Tree Level 7)	Purchase	Devours Shocked fruits, creates chain lightning
Maneki Neko	Unknown	Kitsune Box	8.36%	Refunds fruits every 2.21 minutes
Kodama	Common	Kitsune Box	High	4.64% chance for Tranquil mutation
Corrupted Kodama	Common	Corrupt Channeler NPC	High	4.64% chance for Corrupt mutation
Football Pet	Event Exclusive	Travis Kelce Event	Event Only	870 Sheckles or watering can every 87 seconds

All New Pets in Grow a Garden Corrupted Event (February 2026)

1. Corrupted Kitsune – The Nine-Tailed Destroyer

The Corrupted Kitsune is an obtainable Prismatic pet. It will be added in the second half of the Zen Event and represents the dark mirror of the beloved original Kitsune pet. While the original Kitsune spreads joy and beneficial mutations across gardens, its corrupted counterpart brings chaos and destruction.

Nine-Tailed Curse Ability:

Rarely removes 9 mutations and adds Corrupted Chakra to 1 fruit. Tiny chance for Foxfire Chakra
Every 20.55 minutes, it throws cursed energy at 9 random fruit with a 20.25% chance to apply Corrupt Chakra mutation and a rare chance to give the Corrupt Foxfire Chakra mutation on them
Hunger Requirement: 50,000 (extremely demanding)

How to Get Corrupted Kitsune: You can only get the Corrupted Kitsune in Grow A Garden by hatching it from either the Kitsune Chest or the Exotic Kitsune Chest, both of which were added on July 26th after the Corrupted Event update. You can unlock this ??? companion by hatching a Corrupted Zen Egg, which takes 4 hours and 10 minutes once deployed in your garden. After the hatch, there’s only a 0.3% chance of it appearing. Another way to obtain it is by opening Kitsune Chests, offering a slightly better 1% drop rate.

Strategic Value: It’s basically the exact opposite of the Kitsune in Grow A Garden, which spreads and shares mutations. This one strips them away and rebuilds in its own corrupted image. While destructive, the Corrupt Chakra mutation it applies can be extremely valuable when properly utilized.

2. Raiju – The Lightning Beast

The Raiju draws its power from Japanese mythology, representing lightning and thunder. Raiju is an unreleased Divine Pet that can be obtained in Grow a Garden soon. It will be unlocked from the Zen Shop if your Zen Channeller’s tree is level 7.

Lightning Beast Ability:

Will devour a fruit with Shocked mutation to increase its value. During a Thunderstorm, the pet will spit a chain lightning to apply Shocked or Static mutation to the harvests
Occasionally devours fruit with Shocked for bonus value, spits a chain lightning that mutates fruit with <??> if it’s a Thunderstorm
Works synergistically with weather events

Why Raiju is S-Tier: Raiju is another great pet worth obtaining in this update, since all your plants will have a higher chance of getting the Shocked mutation, which multiplies the sale value of your plants by 100 times. This makes it one of the most profitable pets in the entire game when paired with Thunderstorm weather.

3. Maneki Neko – The Fortune Cat

This adorable Japanese lucky cat brings a unique economic benefit to your garden operations.

Fortune Blessing Ability:

Every 2.21 minutes, it has an 8.36% chance to refund the fruit for 10.60 seconds. This chance decreases with higher rarity
Functions as a money-saving mechanism
Perfect for high-value crop farming

Obtaining Method: The Maneki Neko can be obtained exclusively from Kitsune Boxes during the Corrupted Event. Its 8.36% trigger rate makes it relatively accessible compared to other rare pets.

4. Kodama & Corrupted Kodama – The Forest Spirits

These mystical tree spirits represent the duality theme central to the Corrupted Event, offering both peaceful and chaotic mutation paths.

Kodama (Original) Abilities:

4.64% chance that Zen-type fruit gets the Tranquil mutation on collection
Obtained from Kitsune Box
Supports peaceful farming strategies

Corrupted Kodama Abilities:

4.64% chance that Zen-type fruit gets the Corrupt mutation on collection
Obtained from Corrupt Channeler NPC
Perfect for corruption-focused builds

Both pets offer identical trigger rates but opposite mutation types, allowing players to choose their preferred philosophical path.

5. Football Pet – The Travis Kelce Exclusive

Kansas City Chiefs player, Travis Kelce will make appearance in the event with Jandel doing admin abuse. During this event, players can obtain the Fruitball and the Football pet.

Touchdown Rush Ability:

Every 87 seconds, runs to the Seeds/Gears shop (which is further) and does a touchdown, which awards you with 870 Sheckles or a 20.58% chance to get a watering can instead
Event-exclusive availability
Combines entertainment value with practical benefits

This pet was only obtainable during the special Travis Kelce celebrity event that preceded the main Corrupted Event launch.

Best Corrupted Event Pets Tier List (February 2026)

S-Tier (Game-Changing):

Corrupted Kitsune – Unique ability to strip and rebuild mutations
Raiju – 100x Shocked multiplier potential during storms

A-Tier (Excellent Value):

Maneki Neko – Consistent economic benefits
Football Pet – Event exclusivity and dual rewards

B-Tier (Solid Additions):

Kodama – Reliable Tranquil mutation support
Corrupted Kodama – Corruption mutation consistency

How to Get Corrupted Event Pets in Roblox GaG?

Kitsune Box Method

The primary source for most Corrupted pets:

Contains: Corrupted Kitsune (1%), Maneki Neko (8.36%), Kodama (high rate)
Another way to obtain it is by opening Kitsune Chests, offering a slightly better 1% drop rate
Requires Chi Points or Robux investment

Zen Shop Purchases

Raiju: Unlocked at Zen Tree Level 7
Requires significant Chi Point investment
Guaranteed acquisition method

NPC Interactions

Corrupted Kodama: Direct purchase from Corrupt Channeler NPC
Most accessible corruption-focused pet
Perfect for beginners exploring dark side gameplay

Event Exclusives

Football Pet: Only available during Travis Kelce celebrity event
Time-limited opportunity
High collectible value

Corrupted vs Zen Pets: Philosophical Differences

The Corrupted Event represents a fundamental shift in Grow a Garden’s pet philosophy:

Zen Pet Philosophy:

Collaboration and sharing
Building community connections
Peaceful mutation enhancement
Long-term relationship building

Corrupted Pet Philosophy:

Individual power and control
Mutation manipulation and destruction
Chaotic but potentially profitable abilities
Risk-reward gameplay mechanics

While the original Kitsune is one of the best in the game, the Corrupted Kitsune is not far behind. Although it won’t steal any fruits or seeds from other gardens, it can help your plants get lucrative mutations.

2026 Advanced Strategies for Corrupted Pets

Mutation Stack Destruction

The Corrupted Kitsune’s ability to remove 9 mutations simultaneously opens up entirely new strategies:

Clear unwanted mutations from valuable fruits
Reset mutation stacks for optimal reapplication
Control mutation combinations with surgical precision

Weather Synergy Builds

Raiju’s thunderstorm dependence requires weather timing:

Monitor weather patterns for optimal deployment
Stack multiple Raiju for compound lightning effects
Coordinate with other lightning-based pets

Economic Optimization

Maneki Neko refund mechanics:

Focus on high-value crops for maximum refund impact
Time harvests during refund windows
Calculate refund probability for profit projections

Corrupted Event Limited-Time Considerations

The Corrupted Event will be released on Saturday, July 26th at 3 PM BST (United Kingdom) or 10 AM ET | 7 AM PT (United States). The event will run for one week, concluding on August 2nd at 11:00 AM BST.

Priority Acquisition Order:

Corrupted Kitsune – Exclusive and powerful
Raiju – Game-changing profit potential
Football Pet – Never returning event exclusive
Maneki Neko – Consistent long-term value
Kodama variants – Fill collection gaps

Investment Analysis: Are Corrupted Pets Worth It?

High-Value Investments:

Corrupted Kitsune: Prismatic rarity ensures long-term trading value
Raiju: 100x mutation multiplier justifies any acquisition cost
Football Pet: Celebrity collaboration creates permanent collectible status

Budget-Friendly Options:

Kodama variants: Accessible entry points for corruption gameplay
Maneki Neko: Steady returns make it self-financing over time

Future-Proofing Considerations:

Event-exclusive pets historically appreciate in value post-event. This is likely your last chance to collect dino pets like the Huge Primal Spinosaurus. If you’re missing any dino cosmetics or companions, secure them now – the same logic applies to Corrupted pets.

Feeding and Maintenance Guide 2026

High-Maintenance Pets:

Corrupted Kitsune: 50,000 hunger requirement demands premium feeding strategies
Use high-value fruits for efficient hunger restoration
Stock tranquil and corrupted fruits for themed feeding

Standard Maintenance:

Raiju, Kodama variants: Normal hunger requirements
Maneki Neko: Moderate feeding needs with economic benefits
Football Pet: Standard event pet maintenance

Community Impact and Trading Potential

The Corrupted Event pets have created entirely new trading dynamics:

Market Disruption:

Prismatic pet market expansion
New mutation meta strategies
Celebrity pet collectible category creation

Long-term Value Projections: Based on historical event pet appreciation:

Corrupted Kitsune: Expected 500%+ value increase post-event
Football Pet: Celebrity exclusivity premium
Raiju: Utility-based stable value retention

FAQ: Corrupted Event Pets

Can I still get Zen Event pets during the Corrupted Event?

Yes! Good news for Zen Event fans—the Grow a Garden Corrupted Update keeps the Zen Channeler, Zen Shop, and Tranquil mutation around for another week.

Do Corrupted pets work with regular mutations?

Most Corrupted pets interact with both normal and special mutations, but their abilities are optimized for corruption-themed gameplay.

Should I hold Zen eggs for the Kitsune buff?

There’s growing speculation that the Kitsune pet—currently at a brutal 0.08% drop rate—may get a hatch rate buff. Until then, Don’t hatch your Zen eggs just yet.

What’s the difference between Chakra and Corrupt Chakra mutations?

While both provide value multipliers, Corrupt Chakra often offers higher but more volatile returns, fitting the chaotic theme.

Are event pets tradeable after the event ends?

Event-exclusive pets like the Football Pet typically become trade-only after their acquisition window closes, increasing their value significantly.

Preparation for Future Corrupted Updates

The Corrupted Zen Garden update promises to be one of the biggest content drops in Grow a Garden! history. With new systems, pets, trees, and an air of mystery surrounding its release, taking the time now to prepare could make all the difference.

Post-Event Strategies:

Document pet abilities for future reference
Build mutation libraries using Corrupted pets
Establish trading relationships for rare pet exchanges
Prepare for potential Corrupted Event returns

Conclusion: Embracing the Dark Side

The Grow a Garden Corrupted Event pets represent more than just new additions to your collection – they embody a fundamental shift toward choice, complexity, and controlled chaos in virtual farming. Whether you’re drawn to the Corrupted Kitsune’s mutation manipulation, the Raiju’s lightning-powered profit potential, or the simple charm of the Football Pet’s celebrity exclusivity, each pet offers unique value propositions that can transform your garden strategy.

Most of them might not catch your eye, but our Grow a Garden pet tier list surely has some pets that will attract you. The key is understanding how these pets fit into your broader farming philosophy – are you a corruption embrace willing to strip away mutations for optimal rebuilding, or do you prefer the steady economic benefits of the Maneki Neko’s fortune blessing?

As the Corrupted Event continues through August 2nd, 2026, remember that this limited-time opportunity won’t return. The pets you acquire now will define your garden’s capabilities for months to come, making every Chi Point and Robux investment crucial for long-term success.

The darkness has arrived in paradise, but with it comes unprecedented power and profit potential. Choose your pets wisely, embrace the corruption, and watch your Sheckle empire grow beyond your wildest farming dreams!

Ready to dominate the Corrupted Event? Start with our Grow a Garden pet tier list to optimize your collection, then check out our Chi farming guide to afford these premium pets. For complete game mastery, explore our Zen Event guideand mutation strategies to maximize your corrupted garden empire!