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[wasongo]

My power is being cut in 10 minutes. Take this saiyuki short comic which I forgot to post some weeks ago.

Loosely based on that one drama CD skit where the gang is trying to make some money by selling things they have on them and Sanzo is unwilling to part with some mayonnaise he had but was ready to sell his gun lmfao. I liked the idea that he just has mayo on him at all times.

[katchevio]

Dark Megane Circle completed.

I can't fit in everyone I've loved through the years, but I did my best.

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[the-monkey-ruler]

Someone on YouTube reanimated one episode of the 70's Monkey Magic show and released it a few days ago.

YES OMGGGGG PEOPLE I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS HARD ENOUGH TO WATCH NOW! This is a project where

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artists took a segment from "Catfish, Saint, and the Shape-Changer" the 14th episode from the 1978 series Saiyuki or better known as "Monkey". It is nearly 50 years old and while I shall say the English voices are a lil dated the artists have captured the charm and humor that made the series so popular in the first place! It is creative, it is inspiring, it is so glorious to see so many different artists show how much Xiyouji means to them and how they see this funny and strange group of monks together on their holy pilgrimage. It really captures just how beloved not only the show was but how even today JTTW is for any generation and transcends time to still be going strong after 400 from Wu Cheng'en's official release!

If you have 30 minutes to spare, please give it a watch! This an ENTIRE episode so please enjoy!

I'm putting some of my favorite shots but sadly I can only fit 30 but look at these DESIGNS and in ANIMATION!! Seriously this is all worth it! From beautiful to funny give it a look!

[blublublubnate]

SO I START PLAYING SAIYUKI: JOURNEY WEST GOSH IT'S JUST 30 MINUTES I'M ALREADY DYING FROM LAUGH

[fox1well1]

Saiyuki, Tang Sanzang - Masako Natsume

[saiyuki1960]

Hello 1960 Wukong tag, hows everyone today?

[sayiurin]

Some wips while i have no art ready

Two initial concepts for a possible Pingping in Lego Monkie Kid (Pingping is the child of the Demon Bull King and Red Son's sister in bmw) and some Rinrin indulgence

[masterprocrastinator17]

My sons are coming back after 5 years! Can’t wait 💜💛❤️💚

[eracrow]

Saiyuki Halloween Serie

This year inspiration will be Nightmare Before Christmas

First in line is Hakkai as the bone daddy!

[lunosamentelunitoo]

Can't believe they are furries now

[minekuramerchupdates]

Next month there will be a preview of the next chapter of Saiyuki Reload Blast

[blackcloverdatabase]

Shout out to silver-haired dudes with two souls. Gotta be one of my favorite genders

[whoishotteranimepolls]

"Who's Hotter?" Battle of Monks

[the-monkey-ruler]

Which translation/adaptation of JTTW is best for beginners? Besides maybe Dragon Ball (doubt it counts)

Heh yeah I mean it’s a great anime but I don’t think you would have a good Xiyouji experience per se. Usually, I see Dragon Ball used as a gateway for people to THEN read/watch Xiyouji content but like it doesn’t really have much Xiyouji plot wise even if the characters are homages.

I would say that if you want an ACCURATE Xiyouji experience then you can choose between three shows. That being the classic 1986 which is many people's first Xiyouji experience as the cast is so iconic you see these designs in dozens of movies and their influence in future performances. The second is more family-friendly but still one of the most charming and fairly accurate portrayals is the 1999 Xiyouji animation, I would say far more younger people's first piece of media and without a doubt the best Xiyouji animation series thus far personally. That last I would suggest is 2011 Xiyouji series which is one of the more newer shows and I would say I would that if you want more modern effects and humor than this might be a preferance to the 1986 version. They both have their own charm but just depends on what you are looking for!

Now while these are the most accurate there are some Xiyouji media I would still recommend even if they take far more liberties.

This without a doubt being the 1996 tv series. This is portrayed as more of a drama but between the characters and the pure HEART AND LOVE that is in this show that you will be falling in love with the characters. It vaguely follows the Xiyouji monster of the weak formula but taking far more time to humanize each enemy and having our main cast overcome not only physical obstacles but also their own emotional obstacles as well. Fantastic show. Another is Chinese Odessey (please note this is a two part movie)! This does NOT follow the journey at all instead more of an introspective of the character Wukong. This is more of comedy but this is a cult classic as one of the first romance films with Wukong to show him as more of a complex hero which was a deviation from how he was portrayed in media for years as this point. This movie is silly but it is actually very heartfelt and makes you feel for these characters's plights. If you don't know Xiyouji I would say you will be confused, but you can fall in love with these characters anyway! Whil I can't suggest Dragon Ball I can suggest another Son Goku from My Son Goku! This is a Japanese production but the animation is so fluid and the characters are not only charming but there are some heart reaching scenes in this very cute art style! I would say give this a watch if you enjoy anime but also can appreciate angst even in a cute style.

If you are looking for more just great Xiyouji movies that you can pop in and a fantastic one is the 2015 Hero is Back! This was the Wukong come back animation-wise since 1999 and a lot of people first Wukong in the big screens! Does take liberties story wise as we don't see Sha Wujing or any of the journey really, but the HEART and soul of Sun Wukong is there. Another great one is just watching the first and classic 1961 Havoc in Heaven! This was the staple of Wukong iconics for decades and even now you see this Wukong in commercials! This is just a beautiful art style and without a doubt charming and feel good vibes. This one is surprising but actually Nezha Reborn where Sun Wukong actually makes a cameo appearance, but I hear so many people got into Xiyouji just cause how much they love him. So while it's not Xiyouji I would say give it a watch if you are a die hard Sun Wukong fan.

There is also Monkey King Reborn which while less known I still think is wonderfully popular and shows both great animation and also how all three characters of Wukong, Bajie, and Wujing interact in a movie. There is also Monkey King 2 which I know that usually I would say which the first movie but honestly the second movie is my personal fav. You don't miss much without watching the first as the second starts right at the begging of the journey and we are introduced to some of the best designs for these characters in my opinion. This last one is kinda of a hit-or-miss but Conquering the Demon! This one follows Sanzang as a demon hunter in a loosely based story of him finding his disciples, each more monstrous than the last in a dark-comedy! If you enjoy Stephen Chow films then you know what kind of humor you are going to get but it is new take on Xiyouji films in a unique but still entertaining manner! They really make you feel for Sanzang as a character and one of the best humanizations of him really as a man still learning about the world himself.

There some other that are great but I would suggest more on a second watch or if you know the story more! Saiyuki / The Great Alakazam was the first eng dub saiyuki piece of media that came to the USA and still had a lasting influence with the beloved character Rinrin! There is also Monkey King 2009 that only looks at the story BEFORE the journey, adding so many elements to Wukong's childhood and his relationship with the Six Eared Macaque. I would also suggest the Monkey King Netflix Movie as while it is fast-paced it really makes you understand how dangerous but also how complex Sun Wukong is. I think it was a charming movie so give it a watch!. Last is Immortal Demon Slayer! This movie was based on a web novel that was extremely popular in the early 2000s which was based off Chinese Odessey funny enough! This is a movie I would suggest if you know Xiyouji already but it such a tragedy I have to share if you love angst.

If anyone wants to share their what was their first Xiyouji or their favorite Xioyuji please let me know!

[wasongo]

Would you draw Kenren from Saiyuki hes my favorite handsome man ty!

Added Tenpou as a bonus (for me)

[vorpaldoodles]

Journey tober prompt list! For Journey to the West and adjacent fandoms! Draw/write something for each day in October (or any of the prompts you like)

Special thanks to callmekarmun over on Twitter for giving me some of the prompts!

Text version of the list is under the cut.

‪1. Tree‬

2. Ghost

3. Fruit

4. Bear

5. Lotus

6. Cycle

7. Scripture

8. Legacy

9. Wound/scar

10. Spider

‪11. Creation‬

12. Underworld

13. Pagoda

14. Lunar

15. Mercy

16. Tiger

17. Weapon

18. Snake

19. Chaos

20. Kasaya/robe

‪21. Bull‬

22. Protection

23. Shadow/light

24. Brotherhood

25. Temple

26. Pillar

27. Family

28. Soul

29. Monk

30. Division

31. Unity

Extra prompts: (to add to or replace a prompt)

Fire, water, wood, wind, stone, metal