Xihe: The Eternal Sun Goddess
Introduction Xihe is the most maternal sun goddess in Chinese mythology, celebrated for “steering the sun chariot” as guardian of time and light. Often depicted driving a dragon-pulled chariot with…
Ne Zha: The Rebellious Hero in Chinese Mythology
Ⅰ. Introduction Ne Zha is one of the most legendary juvenile heroes in Chinese mythology, renowned for his unique origin, powerful magical weapons, and rebellious spirit. Typically depicted as a…
Deer Boy: The Mythological Prototype and Character Analysis in Ne Zha 2
In the animated film Ne Zha 2: The Devil Child Comes to the World, Deer Boy, as the attendant of Wuliang Xianweng, captivates audiences with his agile appearance and mysterious…
Viewing the Shanhaijing Through the Eyes of an Ordinary Chinese: An Ancient Book of Imagination
As an ordinary Chinese person, my first encounter with the Shanhaijing (Classic of Mountains and Seas) began with the bizarre and fascinating myths my elders shared during my childhood. Back…
Wu Zhi Qi: The King of Water Monsters in Chinese Mythology and His Legendary Tales
Within the vast pantheon of Chinese mythology, Wu Zhi Qi stands as a captivating figure—a water monster revered as the “God of the Huai River.” With a hybrid form of…
The Three Star Gods of Fortune, Prosperity, and Longevity: Guardians of Happiness, Success, and Longevity in Chinese Mythology
In traditional Chinese culture, the “Three Star Gods of Fortune, Prosperity, and Longevity”—Fuxing (福), Luxing (禄), and Shouxing (寿)—embody humanity’s timeless aspirations. These deities, deeply woven into folklore and art,…
Nanji Xianweng: The God of Longevity in Chinese Mythology and His Connection to Ne Zha 2’s Wuliang Xianweng
In the radiant pantheon of Chinese mythology, Nanji Xianweng (also known as the “God of Longevity”) shines as a resplendent figure symbolizing longevity, wisdom, and auspiciousness. His image—characterized by a…
Dong Wang Gong: The Eastern Duke in Chinese Mythology
Within the intricate fabric of Chinese mythology, Dong Wang Gong, or the “Eastern Duke,” holds a venerated position as a deity embodying masculinity, celestial authority, and the profound equilibrium of…
Chinese Mythology: Xiang Liu
Xiang Liu, also known as Xiang Yao, was a fierce deity in ancient Chinese mythology.
Chinese Mythology: Han Ba (the drought demon)
Han Ba is a monster in ancient Chinese mythology that causes drought.