China: Carving of Lu Ya Daoren (Lu Ya), depicting his role in the 16th Century Ming Dynasty novel Fengshen Yanyi ('Investiture of the Gods'). From Ping Sien Si Temple, Pasir Panjang Laut

Lu Ya Daoren, commonly just known as Lu Ya, was a character from the classic Ming Dynasty novel 'Fengshen Yanyi'. Lu Ya was a hermit who resided on Mount West Kunlun, though he eventually came down to aid in the battle against the Shang Dynasty. He fought against the renowned general Zhao Gongming, killing him after a furious magical duel.

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