Nian
A mountain and sea beast that once terrorized villages at the turn of the year. Driven off by loud noise, fire, and the color red — the origin of Lunar New Year customs.
The Bestiary
Chinese Mythological Creatures
4 creatures from the Chinese Pantheon in the atlas, listed from most to least dangerous by the atlas's own rating.
Qinglong
The Azure Dragon of the East, one of the Four Symbols guarding the cardinal directions. Associated with spring, wood, and the rising sun.
Fenghuang
The Chinese phoenix — an auspicious bird embodying yin-yang harmony, virtue, and the union of heaven and earth. Its appearance heralds a peaceful, just age.
Bai Ze
A wise white beast that taught the Yellow Emperor the names and natures of all supernatural creatures — knowledge used to protect humanity from spirits.
Built from each creature's catalog entry. Back to the Chinese Pantheon, or browse every creature.