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From Mala Beads to Feng Shui: How to Balance Your Life's Energy Through Jewelry
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel out of balance and disconnected. That’s why many people are turning to spiritual jewelry like mala beads and Feng Shui-inspired bracelets to bring a sense of peace and alignment into their lives. But these pieces aren’t just fashion statements; they carry deeper meanings tied to energy and balance.
Mala beads, traditionally used in meditation practices, are thought to help focus the mind and ground you during moments of stress. Wearing them as a necklace or bracelet not only serves as a reminder of mindfulness but also connects you to the spiritual traditions of the past.
Feng Shui jewelry, on the other hand, is all about harnessing positive energy (or "qi") to bring harmony to different aspects of your life, from love to career. For instance, a bracelet adorned with a Pixiu—a mythical creature in Chinese culture—is believed to attract wealth and good fortune.
Whether you're looking for inner peace, positive energy, or a simple reminder to stay grounded, spiritual jewelry can offer more than just aesthetic appeal. It’s a wearable reflection of your intentions and desires, helping you stay connected to your journey every day.
By making intentional choices in the jewelry you wear, you’re inviting more balance, harmony, and good vibes into your daily life. It’s not just about looking good—it's about feeling good, too.
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emperor covered in linens
lan wangji has been searching for his brother for three months, long enough to lose his faith half a dozen times, if lan wangji were someone who lost his faith.
lan xichen returns to cloud recesses stumbling, staggering up the mountain. the guards on duty before the feeble new wards barely recognize him, at first.
lan xichen returns - bruises beneath the eyes, startlingly thin, and without a golden core.
the first gentlemen of the cultivation world, the first in generations to challenge wen ruohan's goal to cultivate to immortality: of course wen ruohan had sent his son wen chao with the core-crushing hand to hunt him down, bring him down from the arrogant heights of power and admiration the lans sought to achieve. to diminish him, the better to humiliate the lan sect, and all their possible allies.
lan xichen kneels before the elders and apologizes for losing the treasured books of the lan sect, and all the effort put into his abilities.
he is, lan wangji thinks, hollowed out in a very true sense. an empty house of a man, and empty face with two coal-bright eyes, staring up at the elders, at lan qiren, at lan wangji. it hurts, hurts to look at him.
there is naturally no longer a place for him at the head of the sect: lan wangji must succeed him, under their uncle's guidance. lan xichen apologizes to all their ancestors. lan xichen requests to be permitted to dwell in seclusion, and not bring greater shame to their people.
he apologizes to lan wangji, too. bows lower than he ever has to his younger brother, for altering his life so sharply, failing to protect him as he had always striven to.
"brother should not bow," lan wangji says. he holds his brother's arms in both hands, presses his tongue against his teeth to avoid biting out something too sharp about their lightness, the narrow slant of bones beneath the light seclusion robes.
"there is no need for bowing, between brother," lan wangji says: and lan xichen, zewu-jun, the first gentleman of the cultivation world, lays his head on his brother's shoulder, very silently. makes heavy with salt lan wangji's brocade robes, and shakes, horribly.
there is nowhere in him lan wangji can lay a gentle hand without causing him pain; he feels sick, sick with it, all the comfort he does not like to give and would burn nightless city whole to be able to offer now.
something hardens, grows terrible and dire as steel, all through the next days and months, watching how the grass on the way to the hanshi remains untrodden but for his feet most of the day.
the lan sect, so proud of its first jade, so quick to beat and whip and punish him from first childhood into his immaculate manners, his faultless talents: they turn their back on him so quickly.
cloud recesses is burned, barely standing; all hands are needed, and his uncle chides him often for spending too long with his brother, in a room that ought to belong to the sect leader, and which lan wangji refuses to occupy. lan xichen will not be moved from the hanshi to the infirmary, will not be exiled from his house, the one he decorated with such care for feng shui of on his fifteenth year.
lan wangji does not know how to ask, how to question: but he knows the sect principles, and all the disciplines that call for some better righteousness than this.
if the healers are not inclined to continue their care strigently, then lan wangji will do it himself. brings his brother salves and pills, plays healing songs until the ache in his muscles eases, his fever lowers, his weeping eases.
lan wangji does his sect heir duties, which are more plentiful, and less suitable to his temperament; and then he does what he can, every day. brings his brother ink from the place in caiyi he favours, and tea. brings music and company, and sits with him on the steps to the garden their father planted, when lan xichen cannot lift liebing from his lap to his lips, cannot bear to produce beauty without usefulness.
there are wounds on lan xichen that take so much longer to heal than they ever had before.
lan xichen does not know how to move inside his skin, how to account for the long healing of broken bones. he is too ashamed to ask for help from anyone, to heal anew the injuries he opens again: lan wangji has to insist. it is not a burden. brother is not a burden.
he does not know how to ask - only learns how to walk a little louder, and more more slowly, so lan xichen will not startle. it is not hard, only different. they have always been careful with each other. they hace always been gentle - lan xichen taught him how, at least.
lan xichen is all out of gentleness for himself, now. he strives to meditate, shaking with pain to attempt to be upright; tries to punish himself for the weakness of the body he cannot escape.
it frightens lan wangji, in a more concrete and visceral way than his disappearance had. he does not know how to do this. he does not know -
lan wangji does not ask how his brother escaped the wen's custody. what they did to him. for how long; how badly. when he was questioned, lan xichen spoke of an abetter, a conspirator; but would name no one, refused that if nothing else to the elders.
lan wangji's brother bleeds, bleeds through his linens. it was a magical sword that struck him, many times: his leg is brother, his back. his sword arm is broken, and was to be cut; wen chao had meant to do it just before he presented him as a spoil of victory wen ruohan's throne room, as a filial gift.
wen chao had meant for the limb to be fresh, without need for conservation talismans; for the smell of blood to be that much more vivid. it was, wen chao told lan xichen many times, his father's favourite fragrance.
lan wangji knows these things, now. learns them through many long vigils. his brother speaks without being asked, without clarity, on nights when the pain sweeps through him without reprieve, and none of lan wangji's exemplary musical cultivation can seep through his ruined meridians to bring some reprieve to his fever.
wei ying, he thinks, a dozen and a hundred times. helpless, helplessly swallowing back tears, anger, tears again. wei ying, wherever you are, please live. please be well. do not leave the world, be safe.
a hundred and dozen times he nearly writes to lotus pier. lan xichen's condition has been determined to be a sect secret; lan wangji puts brush to paper, lets it blot out the empty space where his words do not exist.
a summons comes, the threat implicit in every character, the mocking derision mortifyingly clear. lan wangji is to attend a gathering of young cultivators in nightless city: wen ruohan kindly excuses his older brother from attending, being as he is no longer one such.
lan wangji burns it with a flare of barely restrained spiritual power. even lan quiren cannot scold him for it with any conviction.
"i shall tell brother," lan wangji says, and leaves before barely excusing himself. all things considered, he does not think he will be punishing himself very badly for his lack of courtesy.
it is early enough to find his brother steeping his first tea of the day.
the order has been for a screen to be raised in front of the hanshi's door, for discretion, to keep out the cold air from his sick lungs, to keep out stray eyes to his unsightly form. wangji can see him, very clearly, in the first light of the day, uncurling a hidden scroll from the bottom of his kettle, where a cluster of leaves has opened with the heat to reveal a rare blossom.
do not sow discord. do not say one thing and mean another. do not break faith and abandon right.
lan wangji hesitates. his feet over the cool grass grow damp before he walks to the other side of the screen.
the message his brother is holding up to the light would be indecipherable to him, even if the papers were not stained by tea and enchanted to confuse the eyes of those it is not written for. he can read the quick, keen light in his brother's eyes much more easily.
"i will miss you, wangji," lan xichen says, very softly. "please take care. please keep well. we shall see each other soon."
lan wangji does not ask how his brother knows of the summons. he has not asked, very carefully.
he does not ask now, either. his brother had been made into the image of benevolence, which is to say wisdom, which is to say he acts only deliberately, from a distance, a height, with a careful image of effortlessness.
the best leader, the principles agree, ought not to act, to act only as if he were doing nothing at all, unperceived. lan wangji has not done well, in becoming his brother's successor. it is very, very difficult. his brother had been an excellent cultivator, a great gentleman.
lan xichen lifts his face to him. it is early, the early hour lan wangji has carved out of his horrible schedule to visit his brother in the morning; the sky over the mountain is charchoal-dark, smudged, loose around the edges.
cloud recesses is burned, repairing itself slowly, warily waiting another attack. no other sect has reached out to them to offer aid; they have not asked for it, not permitted it.
it would only cause them to be targets to the wen's violence, all the quicker. nonetheless, the nie have written. addressed their letters to zewu-jun, all of them; lan wangji has been glad, selfishly glad, for the excuse to force the world a little further inside the hanshi, lest his brother truly close his doors to it without regret.
lan wangji ought, perhaps, not have worried. this house, that was once his father's, has been his brother's since he was fifteen.
zewu-jun looks up. smiles his flower-blooming smile at him. for the first time in months, a faltering thing, achingly slow beneath the whip marks marring the lovely lines of his cheeks - but it is a kindness lan xichen can give them both.
and lan xichen has always done best with some kindness to give. lan xichen has always been lan wangji's older brother, the one who apologized for failing to be able to protect him, broken fingers gripping tightly at lan wangji's robes.
he has no spiritual energy to burn his spy report, but there is an incense burner at the ready beside his teacup.
the smell of the sodden paper burning is thick in the air, a little cloying, ink-dark. they sit down together, the twin jades of lan, letting the tea grow cold to watch the steam rise over their heads.
something eases in lan wangji's shoulders. he breathes in, a little easier.
"i will take care," he says. his heart, pressing against his throat, is immense and alive with pride, a burning faith. in this, if nothing else; in him, if no one else. "wangji promises."
he bows low, on his way out. a vassal to their sect leader, a filial brother to his elder. lan xichen taps him lightly with the side of his crutches, lifts him up, gives him his blessings.
wen ruohan's deputy cuts his arm off, before killing him. lan wangji wraps it carefully, to send to gusu, the very night of victory.
#this was supposed to be a 3 sentence au thing oops#lan xichen#lan wangji#the untamed#mdzs#mdzs au#untamed fic#mdzs fic#cql#and then nie huaisang eventually gets co-opted into lan xichen's and jgy's fun little espionage club#lxc does not invent demonic cultivation. he invents something worse (magical fax services for intelligence gathering purposes)#twin jades of lan#does this fix wwx's whole deal? yes because jgy poisons wen chao. he poisons him so so much you guys
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RNJesus is a b$%ch: A Deep Dive into the Thea Sisters' Nat1 Holder
Why does this woman have so much bad luck? :D What Feng Shui and Ba Gua violations did she make to have enough bad luck to get bent at least once per hardcover? :D (/lh /hj)
A nat1 is a natural 1, which in D&D terms usually means a colossal fail at a prompted task; therefore being a nat1 holder is not something you wanna be.
The Thea Sisters have a nat1 holder and she goes by the name Violet :'D
This is just a post about how many times she's been outrageously unlucky in a special edition book--
Spoilers for the special edition books, mainly books 2 and 4-9.
Oh and uh, group nat1s don't count, unless it's a situation where "everyone had a not-good time except for these guys" thing.
Before we get into that, we should probably set the stage a bit by establishing Violet's strengths and weaknesses, stats-wise. Violet is an intellectual, with a lot of general booksmarts, a good amount of emotional intelligence, cracked vision from art experience, sensitive ears from her training as a musician, flexibility from classical training and yoga, and a mind for tactics; and in the line of weaknesses, she's a bit touchy, can't survive without sleep, is not very athletic, often prefers to stand by while the other girls do stuff, and isn't good at doing things on the spot.
Now with that context, let's peep all the nat1s.
The first one comes during Secret of the Fairies, when the girls finds these Lake Fairies through their song. Which just so happens to somewhat work via siren rules.
So Violet's sensitive, musically attuned ears mean she rolls a nat1 94 pages (out of 310) into the book, leveraged only by Colette successfully stopping her from walking straight into the lake.
Now you may be thinking, "I mean it's not the worst thing in the world. Vi just got unlucky with this one," and to that I say
You'd be surprised just how unlucky Violet is capable of getting in these things.
The Secret of the Snow was probably the one Vi did the best in (that and Cloud Castle, imo). Maybe she fell into quicksand (with Nicky and Thea) and twisted her knee for about a couple minutes, but she did pretty good! She literally went and told a nightmare fuel kraken-esque thing to shut up, like a girlboss :D
Cloud Castle I guess isn't really a nat1 because it's a heroic sacrifice, what with the whole having her dreams yeeted and everything, but she got better it's fiiiinnneee
Woman t-posed to assert dominance, that must've given her at least two extra points /j
Treasure of the Sea is.... baffling, to say the least.
Okay so context:
There's this place in Aquamarina called the Infinite Abyss and it's thalassophobia incarnate but if the paranoid fantasies came true. You look down into it, you get yoinked into the darkness and possibly turned into a fish in the deep. This part is very unclear, but the abyss either has magic that physically tugs people enough to startle them to look down out of instinct... or it has a subconscious influence on those nearby, like a magically-induced intrusive thought that tries to convince the intrusive thinker to let the intrusive thoughts win and look down. I'm prefacing this with this statement... because I have no idea what the hell this scene is supposed to be.
Is Vi like, put under a spell? Was the physical tugging of the abyss too persistent to ignore? Were the intrusive thoughts just that goddamn loud? Did the plot police realize that things were going along too easily and they needed Vi to take an L so they can shake things up again this time? No clue! She just.... does, and she and Colette almost die because of this thing (whatever it is) that could've been easily avoided.
(Owners of the non-English books, if you're able to could you check the Infinite Abyss scene of the book so we can compare notes and try to decipher what the hell is going on here? That'd be nice /nf)
Speaking of Ls Vi just takes, Land of Flowers.
You're gonna love this one, because she takes not one, not two, but three Ls in this one book :D
First time was with this uh, this flower wall outside of the Golden Dahlia Palace that has Flowers of Forgetfulness (the opposite of forget-me-nots, it seems) where you get a whiff of the stuff and suddenly it's the total opposite of the time of day you last remember, you don't remember how you got there, and you feel like you just came out of a trip. Okay maybe that was an exaggeration but you get the idea-- Vi gets too close to one, accidentally sneef snorfs, and Colette winds up having to pull her away.
Second time was this scene where the girls had to cross this rope bridge that was hanging above a field of magic nettles, and I kid you not, this is the most Looney-Tunes-ass nat1 Vi has ever taken.
She is described as "[grabbing] the vines confidently, having watched her friends", and then she missteps and she straight-up does a Goofy-style fall into the nettles and is KOed by it so hard she had to be brought to two different places just to get her to wake up.
Then the third time was when they were going into this evil witch's tower and had to climb up some magical stairs that functioned like the trippy stairs in Harry Potter? Vi was about to step down, but just to be a dick I guess, the step decided to poof. Fortunately she didn't fall but holy crap how badly could that have easily gotten right o o
Crystal Fairies is a case where I dunno if this is worse or better than Vi's rotten luck in LoF, because while she takes only two nat1s in the book instead of three, both happen literally during the first half of the campaign. First one was her accidentally falling off a path and into a maelstrom-- don't worry, she didn't drown-- and second was... well...
"Now these crystals are very dangerous, they work by Narcissus rules so we should do our best to not look at the crysta--"
"Ooh shinyyyy......"
"VI NO"
This is more accurate than it sounds. And it is painful :D Who gave her the idiot ball for that one scene :D
After that we have Dance of the Star Fairies, where in the latter half of the book, she's riding a dragon chariot with the girls and King Astroboy over there, and when trying to land they accidentally thwump into an invisible force field, which sends Vi flying out of her seat and possibly into space had Nicky not caught her. Well hey, at least she managed to destroy this peepaw gnome at checkers, at least there's one W to balance out this L.
And last but not least, Magic of the Mirror. This one's actually not that bad, and it kinda comes full circle, surprisingly enough. Remember how Vi's first nat1 was when she fell under a song spell? Well, this last nat1 in this post is the same: the girls are put in a situation where they have no other choice but to listen to a siren's song, Vi being more vulnerable to music-based spells almost gives in, but the girls come in clutch and snap her out of it. Yippee :3
Why did this take way too long to make? I dunno :D. Why'd I make this? I dunno :D maybe I wanted an excuse to ramble about my blorbo, sue me
Anyway hope you enjoy this spectacle, and if you think that's all of them in the franchise, naaaahhhh bro we haven't even gotten into that one time in SuperSisters where Vi literally got captured on her first mission :D
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Kaisen Azuma
We gone over Kujiru last time, so it's time to go over their sworn rival and fellow shikigami under their master Garaiya Ogata:
Three-legged Moon Seeker — Kaisen Azuma
Name
Their family name, Azuma (東), means "east", and is a common Japanese family name, specifically in western Japan and the Ryukyu Islands. In their given name, Kaisen (海仙), the characters mean "sea" (海) and "enlightened person" (仙).
The latter specifically refer to the xiān (仙) of Chinese conception, it refers to different things depending on the context, but most notably and relevant to us, are enlightened hermits that have achieved immortality and wield powerful magic, often Taoist in nature.
Title
Kaisen's title, the "Three-legged Moon Seeker" (月を仰ぐ三つの足), is technically the "Three Legs That Seek the Moon", to be direct, but this ordering is chosen to sound more poetic.
Additionally, we shout take a look at the verb ao-gu (仰ぐ), which has the following meanings:
(Physically) look up to
(Metaphorically) look up to; respect
Seek (for help, for knowledge, etc.)
Turn one's head upwards and drink in one gulp
Out of all four, 2 and 3 seem like the most likely meanings. as the moon seems to be a symbol for the "emperor" or even just "authority" in Mugenri/Len'en.
In the translation, 3 is chosen, likely because Kaisen didn't actually respect the "emperor" on their side of the war. In fact, Kaisen doesn't even agree with trusting Chouki as the new emperor, despite having personally trained them prior.
Species and Abilities
While Kaisen shares similarities with many other animal youkai, like having animal characteristics and being able to transform into an animal, they are technically a "sacred animal" (霊獣). However, what this means isn't exactly clear.
Kaisen is quite high in their overall abilities, they're a poerful fighter and have a number of abilities, including their knowledge of Taoist arts, ability to use shikigami of their own and their clairvoyance, though the accuracy can apparently be a bit lacking.
Their main ability, the one listed on their profile, is to "gather financial fortune". They are able to bless those who are lucky with fortune and happiness, upon other things, which is likely a manifestation of this ability.
As a shikigami, they are considered more powerful than Kujiru. Unfortunately, they require more spiritual energy to activate and activate their own shikigami in turn, this ends up being less efficient than Kujiru and leads to the latter being more convenient for Garaiya.
Mythological Bases
Kaisen actually a number of mythological bases, from both Chinese and Japanese sources, which make them a very interesting character, at least in my opinion. So let's take a look at them!
Jinchan, the Money Toad
Kaisen is predominantly based on a mythological Chinese creature known as Jinchan (金蟾 lit. "gold/golden/money toad"). It's a toad that has three legs, two front legs and one hind leg, which is positioned like a tadpole's tail at the back of the toad.
This is referenced in Kaisen only having three limbs, one of their legs we see in-game being a prosthetic, as well as in their title "Three-legged Moon Seeker".
Below: A Jinchan statue from the behind, used in Feng Shui to attract wealth to the household.
Jinchan is also related to the Chinese Taoist and legendary immortal Liu Haichan (劉海蟾). His first name translates to "sea toad" and is considered an embodiment of the Chinese God of Wealth.
In the folktale Liu Hai Tricks Jinchan (劉海戲金蟾), it is said Liu tamed a malevolent and greedy three-legged toad after fishing it out of the east sea with a string of coins.
It became Jinchan and was henceforth the immortal's companion, following Liu wherever he went. Kaisen's relationship with Garaiya may be a reference to this myth.
Below: Liu carrying the toad in his arm after fishing it out.
Additionally, it is said that Jinchan spewed treasure from its mouth with each step that it took after Liu, benefiting the poor wherever it went. This is likely referenced in Kaisen's ability to "gather financial fortune".
Gamma-sennin, the Toad Hermit
In Japan, Liu Haichan inspired the mythological Taoist immortal Gama-sennin (蝦蟇仙人 Lit. "Toad Taoist Immortal"), who in turn inspired parts of Kaisen's character.
Gama-sennin appears in the legends surrounding Taira no Yoshikado (平良門), the legendary hidden eldest son of Taira no Masakado who learns toad magic from the immortal and uses his powers in an attempt to avenge his father.
In the 17th century yomihon novel series "The Tale of Utou Yasutaka's Loyalty" (善知安方忠義伝) by Santō Kyōden, this teacher figure is instead a 3000-year old toad spirit named Nikushi-sen (肉芝仙) who lived on Mount Tsukuba (筑波山).
Below: Nikushi-sen (upper-centre) teaching Yoshikado (right of Nikushi-sen) toad magic.
He taught toad magic to Yoshikado's sister Nyozou-ni (如蔵尼) as well, later possessing her to transform her into Takiyasha-hime (滝夜叉姫), whom Taira no Chouki is based on.
This would explain Kaisen having a part in training Chouki, as well as their spell card that reference Mt. Tsukuba, Leaping Medicine "Tsukuba Toad Oil". I should note that it's also a reference to a local cure-all from Mt. Tsukuba.
Seia-jin, the "Chinese" frog "god"
Gamma-sennin is said to command the youkai Seia-jin or Chinwa-sen (青蛙神 lit. "(green) frog god"), also simply known as Seia (青蛙 lit. "(green) frog), which plays a role similar to that of Jinchan. Indeed, despite having "god" in its name, it is but a youkai.
Both Seia-jin and Gamma-sennin are actually said to be "Chinese", but it's fairly certain that they are actually Japanese inventions.
Particularly, Seia-jin can be traced back to a Chinese novel of the same name, which tells of several tales related to the mythical beast. However, it was never worshipped as an actual deity in China.
It is said that the house that Seia-jin appears in front of will have its family blessed with financial fortune and happiness, this is again referenced in Kaisen's ability.
Summary: Taoist Hermit/Toad Familiar Pairs
It is in reality just as possible that JynX only based Kaisen on one of these Taoist hermit/toad familiar pairs, since the Chinese pair pretty heavily inspired the Japanese pair.
However, if I had to narrow it down, I'd actually say that Kaisen's based on the Chinese Jinchan but the Japanese Gamma-sennin. Only Jinchan is is said to have three legs, while Gamma-sennin's role in mentoring Taira clansmen parallels the story of Len'en directly.
It's just as possible that these two are what JynX ultimately ended up focusing on, but given the intertwined nature of these four it would realistically be impossible to pinpoint unless we learn more about Kaisen, or even get a direct answer from JynX.
No matter what the truth really is, the idea behind Kaisen's main inspiration should be clear enough.
Bonus: The "Lunar Spirit"
Here we get into slightly shakier territory: I believe that Kaisen may also be inspired by the Chinese concept of the "lunar spirit" (月精), the spiritual essence of the moon.
There are three major candidates as to who this spirit is, the Chinese Moon Rabbit (月兔), the dark parts of the moon, the moon goddess Chang'e (嫦娥) and an unspecified toad, the light parts of the moon.
Below: A bronze mirror depicting Chang'e (left), the moon rabbit (right) and the toad (bottom-center) surrounding a sweet osmanthus on the moon.
This toad is sometimes said to be what Chang'e transformed into after flying to the moon, but modern Feng Shui instead equates the lunar toad with Jinchan. This may explain why Kaisen is called the "Moon Seeker" in their title.
The concept of the lunar essence is believed to have arisen as the counterpart to the "solar essences" (日之精), the "three-legged crows" (三足烏) that lived in the suns (multiple because Chinese mythology tells that there used to be 10 of those).
When spread to Japan, these three-legged crows fused with the divine messenger bird of the Shinto sun goddess Amaterasu, the Yatagarasu (八咫烏), who is sometimes said to be the sun itself.
If the lunar spirit is extended to be the counterpart of the Yatagarasu as well, this may explain Kaisen's status as a "sacred animal".
Minor Theory: Kaisen's Role
I have a small theory on Kaisen's role as a sacred animal based on the idea that the lunar toad could be extended to be the counterpart of the Yatagarasu.
Let's first learn more about the Yatagarasu: In Japanese mythology, it is most famously the divine messenger bird of the sun goddess Amaterasu (or, depending on the source, Takagi-no-Kami, the second god to come into existence).
It was a gigantic bird who guided Kamuyamato Iwarebiko-no-Mikoto (神倭伊波礼琵古命) through the dangerous lands of Yamato to a suitable place to set up his government as the legendary 1st emperor of Japan, Emperor Jimmu (神武天皇).
Below: The Yatagarasu guiding Iwarebiko (center).
My theory is that perhaps Kaisen is a similar being, this time of the moon rather than the sun, a divine messenger sent to guide Mugenri's "true emperor".
This may explain why they are the "moon seeker", as well as why they were against following Chouki as the new emperor, as they may have a sense for who is meant to be, or at least suitable to be, the emperor of Mugenri.
Note: Tsukuyomi in Mugenri
If Kaisen truly is a sacred animal sent by some deity on the moon to guide Mugenri's "true emperor", it may be that they are in fact sent by the Shinto god of the moon, Tsukuyomi-no-Mikoto (月読命).
This ties quite neatly into this theory I had about the origins of Mugenri, particularly the bit near the end where I suggest that Tsukuyomi may be the god of Mugenri as a whole.
Tsukuyomi being the "supreme" god of Mugenri may also explain Mugenri's association between the moon and rulership, in opposition to the outside's sun as the symbol of authority, in Japan at least.
Additionally, the Japanese royal family, the one in reality I mean, trace their own ancestry back to the Shinto sun goddess Amaterasu.
Maybe a similar thing once happened or is meant to happen with Mugenri? Perhaps Kaisen's role is to look for a descendant of Tsukuyomi and guide them to become the emperor of Mugenri?
We obviously have no way of knowing right now, but it's a fun possibility to consider nevertheless.
Ending
And that's all I have on Kaisen! A lot of mythology and quite a bit of theory this time, but with such a mysterious character it is indeed quite fun to speculate a slight tad.
As usual, I hope you enjoyed~! :)
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Integration of Architecture and Nature The architectural layout of the Forbidden City strictly adheres to the principles of Feng Shui, harmoniously blending with the surrounding natural environment. From the orientation of the palaces to the layout of the water systems, every detail reflects respect for and utilization of natural forces.
Color and Symbolism The use of color in the Forbidden City is also rich in symbolic meaning. The dominant colors of red and yellow not only represent the nobility of the royal family but also correspond with the Five Elements theory in Feng Shui, enhancing the vitality and energy of the architecture.
Flow of Space Feng Shui emphasizes the flow of Qi (energy), and the spatial design of the Forbidden City ensures smooth airflow, from the open squares to the deep inner courts, every place is filled with a dynamic beauty.
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Spiritual accessories go beyond mere decoration; they serve as tools that help us direct our thoughts and feelings toward the divine. These items can include prayer beads, incense holders, meditation cushions, and detailed religious symbols or deity statues. Each piece carries its own unique energy, capable of transforming a simple area in your home into a peaceful sanctuary. Prayer beads, such as rudraksha malas or tulsi beads, are frequently utilized in meditation and chanting. They assist in keeping track of mantras while helping to maintain focus on the divine. Likewise, incense burners, brass diya (oil lamps), and puja thalis (worship plates) are often employed during prayer rituals to enrich the spiritual ambiance of the environment. For many individuals, wearing spiritual jewelry like pendants, bracelets, or rings adorned with sacred symbols such as Om, Ganesha, or the Trishul allows them to carry their beliefs with them wherever they go. These accessories not only enhance their personal style with a spiritual flair but also act as protective charms, providing a sense of safety and guidance throughout the day.
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The Feng Shui Views of Internet Giant Jack Ma
Jack Ma’s Belief in Feng Shui
Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba and one of the wealthiest people in China, is known not just for his innovative business ideas but also for his strong belief in Feng Shui. While many modern business leaders rely on science and data, Ma combines these with his superstitious views, emphasizing the importance of Feng Shui in shaping his decisions. He famously stated, “Others talk to me about science, but I believe in Feng Shui and am superstitious about it.”
In fact, Ma admits that Feng Shui plays a vital role in the structuring of Alibaba’s operations. He has gone as far as to establish seven subsidiaries, all strategically based on Feng Shui considerations. His careful attention to detail includes examining office locations, ensuring good energy flow, and avoiding any negative influences that could hinder business growth.
When Alibaba rented an office in Hong Kong, Ma assessed the energy of the building immediately and made a striking observation: "No, this office is too high up; the Feng Shui is bad. The company in front of us will definitely close down." After investigating, Ma found that six companies before them had indeed closed their doors. His conclusion? Always check the Feng Shui meaning of a place, especially if previous businesses have faced trouble.
Feng Shui in Business: Key to Success or Superstition?
According to Ma, office location and energy are critical to business success. He claims that companies occupying the tallest building in any city are bound to encounter misfortune. One prime example he cites is the collapse of the World Trade Center in New York during the 9/11 attacks. To Ma, this is evidence that Feng Shui shouldn't be dismissed lightly.
Ma goes further to highlight that bad Feng Shui can influence a company’s fate, particularly in the early stages of business. Many companies opt for luxurious offices in premium locations to impress potential hires. However, Jack Ma believes that this could mislead employees, giving them unrealistic expectations about the company’s growth prospects. “They see the grandeur and assume the business is flourishing,” he explained, but this can create a disconnect between reality and expectations, leading to staff attrition and eventual failure.
This view may seem unconventional, but Ma’s success provides him with a unique platform to discuss the benefits of Feng Shui in business settings. From choosing the right office space to adjusting the layout for positive energy flow, Ma encourages entrepreneurs to remain mindful of their environment, not just their balance sheets.
Lakeview Garden: Jack Ma's Early Feng Shui Influence
One of the most fascinating examples of Jack Ma’s belief in Feng Shui is Lakeview Garden, the neighborhood where Alibaba’s early days unfolded. This seemingly ordinary community in Hangzhou has become a site of interest for those curious about the origins of one of the world’s largest e-commerce companies.
Lakeview Garden's Building 16, specifically Room 202, holds special significance as the place where Ma and his partners planned Alibaba's rise. This four-story white house, nestled among trees, hosted the “18 Arhats,” as Ma’s founding team was called. Even years after Ma moved out, the Feng Shui elements of the location remain unchanged, with some residents believing it is a place of strong positive energy.
Residents of Lakeview Garden, like Mr. You from Building 17, also recognize the Feng Shui benefits of the area. According to local legend, a Feng Shui master once visited and declared it a “treasure land,” predicting that prominent figures, including Jack Ma, would emerge from the community.
The Symbolism of Yun Stone and Feng Shui Influence
A famous monument in this community is the Yun Stone, engraved with one of Jack Ma’s most well-known quotes: “Today is very cruel, tomorrow is even more cruel, but the day after tomorrow will be beautiful.” This philosophy aligns closely with Feng Shui principles, where perseverance and aligning oneself with the right energies eventually lead to success.
The importance of atmosphere and environment resonates throughout Ma’s career. He frequently emphasizes the need for positivity and teamwork, both key aspects of Feng Shui. As he points out, successful CEOs surround themselves with photos of family, friends, and teams — a reflection of harmonious relationships, which is a core Feng Shui benefit. In contrast, Ma believes that companies overly focused on money, represented by a cluttered office and lack of connection, are more likely to fail.
Practical Applications of Feng Shui in Jack Ma’s Business Strategy
Ma’s practical application of Feng Shui goes beyond just office layout. He stresses the importance of adjusting the atmosphere to boost morale and productivity. For example, he requires Alibaba employees to be happy and smiling at work. This focus on creating a positive, harmonious workspace is a direct reflection of his belief that good Feng Shui not only helps businesses grow but also keeps employees motivated.
His advice for entrepreneurs? Don’t underestimate the meaning of Feng Shui. If your office design is awkward or doesn’t allow for smooth energy flow, it could be a sign that changes need to be made. Feng Shui isn’t just about superstitions; it's about creating an environment that fosters success.
FAQs
1. What is the meaning of Feng Shui according to Jack Ma?
Jack Ma believes that Feng Shui is about adjusting the atmosphere of a space to encourage harmony, productivity, and success. He emphasizes the importance of energy flow in business settings.
2. How does Feng Shui benefit businesses?
According to Ma, Feng Shui benefits businesses by creating a positive atmosphere that promotes growth, reduces conflicts, and aligns the company with favorable energies. It can even influence long-term success or failure.
3. Why is Jack Ma so superstitious about Feng Shui?
Jack Ma's belief in Feng Shui stems from his personal experiences where he observed that companies with poor Feng Shui, such as bad locations or layouts, often failed. He views Feng Shui as a practical tool rather than just superstition.
4. Can Feng Shui help entrepreneurs?
Yes, Ma encourages entrepreneurs to consider Feng Shui when starting their business. He suggests that selecting the right location and designing the workspace with good energy flow can help overcome challenges and attract success.
5. What role does Feng Shui play in office layouts?
For Ma, Feng Shui dictates how an office should be organized to create a positive working environment. This includes everything from where desks are placed to the atmosphere created by employees’ attitudes.
6. Is there a connection between Feng Shui and team success?
Ma believes that when the workplace has good Feng Shui, it fosters better teamwork and communication, which is essential for long-term success. A harmonious environment is crucial for both individual and collective growth.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Jack Ma’s views on Feng Shui offer a fascinating perspective on how traditional beliefs can blend with modern business practices. Whether you’re superstitious or not, it’s clear that creating a positive, balanced environment can contribute to both personal and professional success. Feng Shui, for Ma, is not just about mystical energy but about making thoughtful choices to support long-term growth.
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Setiap individu berhak menentukan pola keberuntungannya sendiri. Salah satu cara yang efektif untuk mencapai hal ini adalah dengan mempraktikkan Feng Shui.
Feng Shui adalah ilmu kuno yang telah berkembang selama berabad-abad. Ilmu ini sudah dikenal sejak abad ke-3 hingga ke-4 Masehi di Tiongkok. Pada masa Dinasti Qing, terutama pada masa pemerintahan Kaisar Qian Long, Feng Shui mengalami perkembangan pesat.
Penelitian mereka menunjukkan pentingnya menggunakan bahan-bahan alami seperti batu giok, kristal gaharu, dan kayu cendana untuk meningkatkan energi positif yang diperlukan guna menciptakan keberuntungan dan meningkatkan kekayaan.
Ilmu ini bertujuan untuk mengaktifkan elemen-elemen positif dalam sebuah properti atau dalam diri seseorang. Jika elemen-elemen ini diaktifkan, dampaknya bisa berupa keharmonisan, kekayaan, kesejahteraan, kesehatan, dan kebahagiaan.
Konsultan Feng Shui, Rezza Anggara, mengakui manfaat positif Feng Shui dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Ia memulai karirnya sebagai pelatih kehidupan (life coach).
"Saya merasa ada yang kurang dalam materi transformasi kehidupan, namun saya menemukannya saat mendalami Feng Shui," ujarnya.
Ia menjelaskan perbedaan antara Classical Feng Shui dan Imperial Feng Shui.
Classical Feng Shui adalah jenis yang dikenal luas oleh masyarakat global. Ketika ada masalah pada rumah, properti, pabrik, atau kantor, yang perlu diubah adalah struktur bangunannya. Imperial Feng Shui hadir untuk menyelesaikan masalah yang muncul dari Classical Feng Shui.
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Imperial dan Classical Feng Shui masing-masing memiliki periodenya. Setiap periode Feng Shui memiliki durasi yang unik. Classical Feng Shui memerlukan perubahan setiap 20 tahun, sedangkan Imperial Feng Shui merupakan investasi seumur hidup tanpa perlu perubahan berkala. Hal ini membuat Imperial Feng Shui istimewa dibandingkan dengan Classical Feng Shui.
Properti yang tidak direnovasi sesuai periode Feng Shui akan terlihat tidak terawat. Masa kejayaan properti maksimal adalah 20 tahun.
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Feng Shui adalah seni tradisional yang berfokus pada pengaturan energi di dalam rumah. Setiap rumah memiliki aliran energi yang dapat berdampak positif atau negatif bagi penghuninya, tergantung pada orientasi rumah, posisi pintu, desain interior, dan penempatan furnitur.
Arah dan Orientasi Rumah
Langkah awal dalam penerapan Feng Shui adalah memahami arah mata angin dari rumah. Arah selatan, timur, barat, barat daya, dan timur laut masing-masing membawa energi yang berbeda. Bahkan, meskipun dua rumah menghadap arah yang sama, perbedaan kecil dalam derajat orientasi dapat menyebabkan dampak yang sangat berbeda pada energi di dalam rumah.
Signifikansi Pintu Utama
Pintu utama adalah aspek penting dalam Feng Shui karena dianggap sebagai titik masuk utama bagi energi ke dalam rumah. Sama seperti mulut pada manusia, pintu utama adalah pintu gerbang bagi aliran energi. Menempatkannya dengan benar adalah kunci untuk memastikan bahwa energi positif dapat mengalir dengan baik ke seluruh bagian rumah.
Penataan Pintu Kamar dan Elemen Penting Lainnya
Setelah memastikan pintu utama berada di posisi yang benar, langkah berikutnya adalah menata pintu kamar, posisi kasur, meja kerja, dan kompor. Elemen-elemen ini sangat penting karena terkait erat dengan aktivitas sehari-hari. Sebagai contoh, penempatan kasur yang baik sangat penting karena kita menghabiskan 6-8 jam setiap malam di tempat tidur, yang mempengaruhi kesejahteraan fisik dan mental.
Menurut Rezza Anggara, seorang ahli Feng Shui, penataan yang benar dari elemen-elemen ini bisa membawa keharmonisan dalam rumah dan mendukung kesejahteraan serta kesuksesan keluarga. Sebaliknya, energi negatif dalam rumah dapat menyebabkan masalah serius seperti ketidakharmonisan dalam hubungan keluarga, kegagalan dalam bisnis, dan masalah kesehatan.
Rezza juga menekankan pentingnya rumah sebagai tempat untuk beristirahat dan memulihkan energi setelah beraktivitas. Energi yang ada di dalam rumah memiliki pengaruh besar pada kualitas hidup seseorang. Rumah yang dilingkupi energi negatif bisa menimbulkan berbagai masalah seperti konflik rumah tangga, perselingkuhan, dan gangguan kesehatan.
Tiga Langkah untuk Meningkatkan Energi Positif di Rumah
Merubah Struktur Rumah: Salah satu cara efektif untuk meningkatkan energi positif adalah dengan melakukan perubahan pada struktur rumah, seperti memperbaiki posisi pintu, kasur, kompor, dan meja kerja. Meskipun perubahan ini bisa mahal, terutama jika melibatkan elemen besar seperti kolam renang, manfaatnya sangat signifikan.
Menambah Dekorasi: Menambah elemen dekorasi seperti lukisan, pot tanah liat, atau ornamen besi dapat membantu menyaring energi negatif. Meskipun dekorasi ini tidak dapat sepenuhnya menghilangkan energi negatif, mereka dapat secara signifikan mengurangi dampaknya.
Imperial Feng Shui: Teknik ini dianggap sebagai metode paling efektif karena tidak memerlukan perubahan fisik pada rumah. Imperial Feng Shui, yang telah digunakan sejak zaman Dinasti Qing, melibatkan penggunaan kristal khusus untuk memaksimalkan aliran energi positif di dalam rumah.
Kristal Feng Shui telah digunakan selama berabad-abad dan banyak orang rela menginvestasikan dana besar untuk memiliki kristal ini karena manfaatnya yang terbukti dan potensinya sebagai investasi jangka panjang yang dapat diwariskan ke generasi berikutnya.
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Menentukan Keberuntungan dengan Imperial Feng Shui
Setiap orang memiliki kesempatan untuk menentukan pola keberuntungannya sendiri. Salah satu cara yang efektif adalah dengan menggunakan Feng Shui.
Feng Shui adalah ilmu yang telah berkembang selama berabad-abad. Keberadaannya sudah dikenal sejak abad ke-3 hingga ke-4 Masehi di Tiongkok. Pada masa Dinasti Qing, terutama saat pemerintahan Kaisar Qian Long, Feng Shui mengalami perkembangan pesat.
Penelitian mereka menekankan pentingnya penggunaan bahan alami seperti batu giok, kristal gaharu, dan kayu cendana untuk meningkatkan energi positif yang diperlukan guna menciptakan nasib baik dan meningkatkan kekayaan.
Ilmu ini bertujuan untuk mengaktifkan elemen-elemen positif dalam suatu properti atau dalam diri seseorang. Jika elemen-elemen ini dapat diaktifkan, dampaknya bisa berupa keharmonisan, kekayaan, kesejahteraan, kesehatan, dan kebahagiaan.
Konsultan Feng Shui, Rezza Anggara, mengakui pengaruh positif Feng Shui dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Dia memulai karirnya sebagai pelatih kehidupan (life coach).
"Saya merasa ada yang hilang dalam materi transformasi kehidupan, tetapi saya menemukannya saat mendalami Feng Shui," katanya.
Dia kemudian membandingkan metode antara Classical Feng Shui dan Imperial Feng Shui.
Classical Feng Shui adalah jenis yang banyak dikenal orang di seluruh dunia. Ketika ada masalah pada rumah, properti, pabrik, atau kantor, yang harus diubah adalah struktur bangunannya. Imperial Feng Shui hadir untuk mengatasi masalah yang muncul dari Classical Feng Shui.
Merubah Nasib dan Keberuntungan Tanpa Renovasi Bangunan
Baik Imperial maupun Classical Feng Shui memiliki periode masing-masing. Setiap periode Feng Shui memiliki durasi unik. Classical Feng Shui memerlukan perubahan setiap 20 tahun sekali, sedangkan Imperial Feng Shui merupakan investasi seumur hidup tanpa perlu perubahan berkala. Hal ini membuat Imperial Feng Shui istimewa dibandingkan dengan Classical Feng Shui.
Properti yang tidak direnovasi sesuai periode Feng Shui akan terlihat tidak terawat. Masa kejayaan properti maksimal adalah 20 tahun.
"Jadi, properti itu memiliki masa kejayaan selama 20 tahun. Setelah itu, perlu renovasi, entah itu pintu, atap, atau bagian lainnya untuk mengikuti periode Feng Shui. Oleh karena itu, ada orang yang dulunya kaya, tapi setelah pensiun hartanya habis perlahan. Sebaliknya, ada orang yang tetap kaya dan semakin kaya," pungkasnya.
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