The world of the Classic of Mountains and Seas is no paradise. It is a living, hungry primordial ecosystem:
Mountains are the backbones of sleeping ancient beasts, and they turn over on moonless nights.
Rivers are the veins of gods and demons. Those who drink from them gain power, but gradually mutate.
Stars are nails pinning down ancient seals. Every star that falls awakens a forbidden thing.
Language has power, and a true name is a pact that binds a demon beast. The name “Lin Mu” is being recorded by the laws of the entire world.
