The Folk Exorcists’ Record: The Classic of Mountains and Seas is a novel blending fantasy and folk traditions. Here is an introduction:
Story Background
The Heavenly Court is in turmoil, and the Demon-Suppressing Pagoda has been destroyed. The strange beasts from The Classic of Mountains and Seas escape into the mortal world, plunging it into chaos. The Heavenly Court commissions Lord Lao and his disciples to descend to the mortal realm and capture the demons, setting off a battle between humans and demons.
Main Characters
- Chen Bai: Gifted with the ability to cultivate immortality by capturing demons, he embarks on the path of exorcism under the guidance of Kun, a disciple of Lord Lao. He gradually grows from an ordinary boy into a powerful cultivator.
- Kun: One of Lord Lao’s eight disciples. With his discerning eye, he discovers Chen Bai’s special talent and diligently trains him, helping him advance on the path of exorcism.
Highlights
- Strange Beasts Abound: The book brings to life many of the fantastic demons from The Classic of Mountains and Seas, such as the white huanquan, a deer-like beast whose horns ward off evil, and Feiyi, a creature with one head and two bodies whose appearance heralds a great drought. Each has its own supernatural powers, bringing all manner of calamities to the mortal world and lending the story an air of mystery.
- Capturing Demons to Cultivate Immortality: Chen Bai uses his unique talent to improve his cultivation by subduing demons. Every capture is a thrilling battle. He must not only use magic, but also discern each demon’s weaknesses, making for a tense and exciting story.
What Makes the Novel Unique
The author combines traditional mythology with modern fantasy, preserving the ancient mystique of The Classic of Mountains and Seas while adding thrilling fights and character growth. Readers can revisit the classic myths and their strange beasts while following the protagonist through the fiery journey of capturing demons and cultivating immortality. It is a fantasy novel suited to readers who enjoy