The Jinyu are a race of fish-like humanoids native to Pandaria. They are considered wise creatures even among the pandaren, as they have the ability to converse with the land. The jinyu were once murlocs that evolved when exposed to sacred pools in the Vale of Eternal Blossoms. Alliance players who arrive at the Jade Forest will be trying to sway the jinyu into siding with the Alliance. The rampaging hozen have caused much destruction to jinyu settlements and have been historical enemies. Waterspeaker represent the highest ranking jinyu.