Like the Five Olympic Rings from which they draw their color and inspiration, the Five Friendlies will serve as the Official Mascots of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, carrying a message of friendship and peace--and blessings from China--to children all over the world.

http://en.beijing2008.com/37/03/column211990337.shtml


I had a feeling one of them would be a panda. Thease mascots sure are different, but I think they a bit cool. I like the swimming one .