Black Myth: Wukong - Armor

Armor refers to the equipment worn on the body. Clothing is what covers the body, while armor is protective gear made from materials like leather, wood, iron, or scales. The protective gear that covers the body is known as armor.

Baixi Money-Offering Garment

Baixi Money-Offering Garment is a special type of armor.

Category: Armor

Quality: Special

Defense: 53

Description: Earn money in the hustle and bustle, find peace in quietude.

Discussion

Baixi refers to the general term for various forms of ancient Chinese song, dance, and acrobatics, with "hundred" indicating a rich variety. It was popular during the Han Dynasty and became prevalent in the Tang Dynasty. The "Yuefu" poetry collection states: "Since the Qin and Han dynasties, there have been various performers, collectively known as Baixi, also referred to as scattered music." This tradition has been passed down through generations.

Money-Offering: Refers to the act of making offerings in Buddhist practices. Also known as "zhai chèn" or "zhai chuan." "Zhai" means vegetarian food, while "chèn" refers to making offerings, either in terms of the items offered or the teachings given by monks in return for donations. "Zhai chèn" combines both terms, indicating the offering of vegetarian food along with money and other valuables.

 

Kunqian Gold Armor

Kunqian Gold Armor is a high-quality piece of armor.

Category: Armor

Quality: High

Defense: 43

Description: "To die under the flowers."

Effect 2: Restores a small amount of health after defeating an opponent.

Effect 4: Increases attack significantly when in a poisoned state.

"Only speak of the scriptures, on the road to the West, even insects bully people!"

Background

The description of the Kunqian set, "Only speak of the scriptures, on the road to the West, even insects bully people!" comes from Chapter 72 of "Journey to the West":

"With wax flying everywhere and dragonflies dancing on the ground. Honey ants chase after the forehead, and bees sting the eyes. The banded insects bite from front to back, while the cow ants sting from top to bottom. A dark cloud approaches, startling the gods and ghosts. Zhu Bajie panicked and said, 'Brother, only speak of the scriptures, on the road to the West, even insects bully people!' The Monkey King replied, 'Brother, don’t be afraid, quickly go and fight!' Zhu Bajie said, 'They’re buzzing all over, stinging me from head to toe, how can I fight?'"

Discussion

Kunqian: Refers to insects. The term is derived from the idea of insects moving. According to "Shuowen Jiezi," it states: "Kunqian refers to all living creatures that move."

Gold Inlay: Refers to the technique of inlaying gold on objects, a type of lacquerware craftsmanship. This involves first engraving a design on the surface of the object, then applying gold glue and gold powder to create a golden pattern, commonly seen in lacquerware.

 

Traveler's Direct Robe

Traveler's Direct Robe is a high-quality piece of armor.

Category: Armor

Quality: High

Defense: 21

Description: "If you wear this headband, you will recite scriptures without being taught; if you wear this robe, you will perform rituals without being instructed."

Background

The description of the Traveler's set, "If you wear this headband, you will recite scriptures without being taught; if you wear this robe, you will perform rituals without being instructed," comes from Chapter 14 of "Journey to the West":

"The Monkey King went to unpack the bundle and found several coarse pancakes inside, which he handed to his master. He also saw a bright, beautiful cotton robe and a golden-embroidered hat. The Monkey King asked, 'Is this robe and hat from the East?' The monk replied, 'This is what I wore when I was young. If you wear this headband, you will recite scriptures without being taught; if you wear this robe, you will perform rituals without being instructed.'"

Discussion

Direct Robe: A type of long robe worn by monks. According to Zhao Yanwei's "Yunlu Mancha," it states: "The ancient inner garment is the same as today's monk's direct robe." During the Song Dynasty, this robe was primarily worn by monks, with a few scholars also wearing it. By the Ming Dynasty, the style of the direct robe changed and became popular among scholars and gentry.

 

Mountain Treasure Raincoat

Mountain Treasure Raincoat is a special type of armor.

Category: Armor

Quality: Special

Defense: 40

Poison Resistance: 10

Unique Effect: Increases stick power when drinking alcohol.

"Drunk on fine wine, lying under the pine shade, without worries, without harm, indifferent to the rise and fall of the world."

Background

The description of the Mountain Treasure Raincoat, "Drunk on fine wine, lying under the pine shade, without worries, without harm, indifferent to the rise and fall of the world," comes from Chapter 9 of "Journey to the West," titled "Yuan Shoucheng's Clever Calculation and the Old Dragon King's Foolish Scheme":

"The woodcutter said, 'Your water is not as beautiful as my mountains. There’s also a poem:

A thatched cottage under the mountain,

Pine, bamboo, plum, and orchid are truly lovely.

Searching for firewood through the woods and over the hills,

No one blames me, I sell as I please,

Whether little or much, it depends on the world.

I’ll buy wine to my heart's content,

With a clay pot and a ceramic bowl, I feel so free.

Drunk on fine wine, lying under the pine shade,

Without worries, without harm, indifferent to the rise and fall of the world.'"