Chinese Mythology
Kuafu
the Giant Who Chased the Sun
Kuafu is a Chinese hero of strength, associated with the realm of earth. Kuafu belongs to the hero generation of the pantheon. Roughly equivalent to Heracles in cross-pantheon mapping. Symbolised by the walking staff.
Historical Note
Vowed to catch the sun. Chased it to the western horizon and died of thirst at the edge of the world. His walking staff became a peach forest at the place of his death.