The Cultivation Library
3 Taoist Rituals Hidden in Plain Sight in "Lord of the Mysteries" (That You Probably Missed)
[Introduction: Magic is in the Movement] When Western fans watch Lord of the Mysteries, they see a Victorian Warlock casting spells. When Chinese fans watch it, they see a Taoist Priest performing ancient rites. The author, Cuttlefish, didn't just invent...
Hidden Taoism in Lord of the Mysteries: Why This Donghua Hits Different
Most people watch the Lord of the Mysteries Donghua and see a masterpiece of Victorian Steampunk. They see the smog of Tingen, the Lovecraftian monsters, and the tentacles. But if you look closer, you’ll realize something weird: the magic...