Xi You Ji

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Synonyms: Adventures from China: Monkey King, The Monkey King, The Journey to the West, Journey to the West

Japanese: 西游记

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Type: Manhua

Volumes: 20

Chapters: Unknown

Status: Finished

Published: Not available

Genres: Adventure, Fantasy

Serialization: None

Authors: Chen, Weidong (Story), Peng, Chao (Art)

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Ranked: #26458²

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Popularity: #38251

Members: 171

Favorites: 3

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ManhuaChen, Weidong (Story), Peng, Chao (Art)

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Synopsis

Born from a stone on Spring Mountain and given the title of the Handsome Monkey King, Sun Wu Kong is the main character of Monkey King (The Journey to the West), which is regarded as one of China’s greatest novels.

It is evident from the start of the story that Sun Wu Kong is very conceited. He seeks to learn the secret of eternal life, but uses the teachings of Master Puti to wreak havoc in various worlds, traveling by cloud and wielding a powerful miracle staff to intimidate other rulers and declare himself “the Emperor of Heaven.” He is finally stopped by Buddha, who locks him away on Five-Finger Mountain for five hundred years. Upon his release, Sun Wu Kong departs for India in search of the Buddhist scriptures. During the journey he learns patience and a sense of responsibility, defeating the monsters that block his path before becoming one of Buddha’s fighters.

(Source: monkeykingbychen.tumblr.com)

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Apr 7, 2020

whither

Recommended

A fantastic contemporary adaptation of a classic Chinese story.

The story and characters are faithful - you can't go wrong with sticking to the source. As usual, it starts out with Wukong's origins before meeting Tang Seng (aka. Tripitaka or Tang Sanzang) and joining the monk's quest.

The art work is beautiful - full colour, dynamic, exciting, and expressive. Each page is worth staring at for a good minute just admiring the inking and linework.

If you are familiar with Journey to the West, this will be a joyful and nostalgic read. If you're not familiar, this is a great way to be introduced to it.