Ranchu difficulty

[xinda92]

Hi all. Want to try my hand at fish keeping again after 4 year break.

A general qn, do ranchus require a lot more upkeep than regular fancy goldfish? i.e. require more WC, better water perimeters.

just to make the discussion more relevant, these are the equipment i will be using

1. 3-4 fish (def not all ranchus)
2. 3ft tank. (bare bottom like my girlfriend) =)
3. Eheim 350 x1
4. air pump x1
5. sinking pellets


Appreciate all inputs, and also a Merry Christmas to all!