Bajie
Bajie, also known as Zhu Bajie or Zhu Wuneng, is a major fictional character in the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West, traditionally attributed to Wu Cheng'en and published in the 16th century. He is depicted as a humanoid pig demon who becomes one of the three disciples of the monk Tang Sanzang on a journey to obtain Buddhist sutras from India.
Origins and name: In the narrative, Bajie is a former celestial general who is banished from the
Character and role: Bajie is characterized by gluttony, laziness, and a propensity for lechery, but he is
Weapon and abilities: His signature tool is the nine-toothed rake, which he uses in battle against various
Legacy and reception: As one of the best-known figures from Journey to the West, Bajie has appeared