SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

witchcraft

  • The River God’s bride [Warring States]

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    Rob

    After conquering the distant state of Zhongshan, Marquis Wen of Wei knew he needed a trusted man to govern it – so he appointed his crown prince as Marquis of Zhongshan and recalled the capable general Ximen Bao. But rather than reward him with leisure, Marquis Wen sent Ximen Bao to another critical post:…

  • Courage Against Superstition in “The Sorcerer’s Curse”

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    Ana

    Strange Tales from Liaozhai Studio: The Sorcerer’s Curse (Witchcraft) centers on the clash between good and evil. Through supernatural events, Pu Songling explores folk beliefs in sorcery while probing profound themes of courage, morality, and karmic justice.

  • Witchcraft

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    Ana

    When Master Yu was young, he was a chivalrous character and was fond of martial arts. He was so strong that he could hold up a huge tea kettle full of water with one hand and twirl it around.