Last updated: 02-06-21 Have you ever wondered why Journey to the West (Xiyouji, 西遊記, 1592, “JTTW” hereafter) depicts the Monkey King’s staff being stored in the underwater palace of the Eastern Sea Dragon King, or why it is associated with Yu the Great? The weapon is most likely based on a number of native Chinese mythic and … Continue reading The Connection Between the Monkey King’s Staff, Yu the Great, and Flood Control