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Nezha is one of the most heavily armed figures in mythology. His "combo" is iconic:

In Peking opera, Nezha is portrayed with acrobatic tumbling, quick spins, and red-and-gold costumes, often performing the “Nezha Haihui” (Nezha Conquers the Sea) segment. Nezha is one of the most heavily armed figures in mythology

While Nezha is now a staple of Daoist tradition and Chinese folklore, his origins lie far from the central plains of China. Linguists and historians trace his roots back to the Hindu deity Nalakubara, the son of the wealth god Vaisravana (Bishamonten in Japanese Buddhism). Nezha is portrayed with acrobatic tumbling