Chinese Mythology

Xingtian

the Headless Warrior

Xingtian is a Chinese hero of war, associated with the realm of earth. Xingtian belongs to the hero generation of the pantheon. Symbolised by the axe & shield.

Historical Note

Beheaded by Huangdi in their duel. Refused to die — uses his nipples for eyes, his navel for a mouth, and goes on swinging his axe and shield to this day.

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