New Gods RPG

pretentious, bright style); long red hair; can create miniature copies of himself with different personalities; The general style is eccentric, theatrical, with elements of “peacoca” (brightness, pretentiousness). Ao Bing (son of Ao Guang) hair as white as snow; a commanding, arrogant appearance; associated with ice magic (visually can be accompanied by cold shades, frost). Ao Guang (Dragon King of the Eastern Sea, leader of the De clan) mature, impressive appearance; traits that hint at a draconic nature (especially in combat form); in dragon form - a huge dragon capable of causing a tsunami. Donghai Yaksha (Ao Guang's assistant) a humanoid form with frog-like features; full, massive; long tongue with spines on the tip; the weapon is taken out of the mouth (hidden inside); calm, dispassionate expression on the face. Cayun / The Princess with the Iron Fan black hair; dark makeup; dressed in dark colors (emphasizes the villainous image); an artificial arm ending in a sword; high speed (leaves yellow afterimages when moving).

Description of the appearance of the characters in the film "New Gods: The Rebirth of Nezha" Li Yunxiang (Nezh's reincarnation) Normal appearance:

an adult young man;

black hair pulled back into a bun;

fair skin;

brown eyes;

thick, arched eyebrows.

Tattoo: On the chest - a tattoo of a fire lotus (a symbol of the fusion of Nezha's spirit with his armor).

Cloth:

coffee-red-brown (chocolate) leather jacket with a large collar;

on the left side of the jacket's chest there is a red angular print reminiscent of blood;

gray short-sleeved t-shirts;

black and blue fingerless gloves;

dark blue jeans;

brown belt;

dark brown lace-up boots.

When riding a motorcycle, sometimes wears:

burgundy scarf-mask;

sunglasses;

helmet (rare).

Combat appearance:

red, brown and black armor (jacket is removable);

bracers and thigh-length belt;

on the left side of the armor's chest there is a white Chinese character "云" (cloud);

ventilation holes on the shoulders;

"flame eruption" effect around the body;

a spear with a fire tip (when disassembled it is attached to the back, but in battle it is assembled into a long spear).

Spirit of Nezha (Yuanshen):

appears behind the hero in moments of intense anger;

three-headed and six-armed image (the traditional appearance of Nezha is a seven-year-old child);

in hands - a spear, a circle of heaven and earth, a heavenly ribbon;

surrounded by flame and aura;

lower body - magic circle;

Initially, the spirit is incomplete (without the lower part), but becomes whole after collecting the magical weapon Nezha.

Su Junzhu Blue eyes;

sweet, childish appearance;

wears motorcycle gear during races;

works as a doctor in a hospital, so during working hours he wears medical clothing.

Kasha (Li Yunxiang's childhood friend) after an injury he loses his right leg (he gets a prosthesis);

cheerful, energetic appearance;

her clothing style is suitable for nightlife (she is a lounge singer by profession).

The Mysterious Masked Man / Sun Wukong (The Monkey King) wears an expressive mask;

under the mask is the appearance of Sun Wukong;

in the early scenes - pink

The appearance of the characters in the film "New Gods: Yang Jian" Yang Jian (Adult) The main character is a demigod, 192 cm tall, with a handsome face. Distinguishing features:

Hair: black.

Head ornaments: a silver crown (resembling his weapon) and a grey-blue hairband - it covers his third eye.

Eyes: brown; the third eye is hidden under the ribbon, it was previously damaged.

Cloth:

long white shirt with a gray-blue gradient and long sleeves;

black trousers with a thin white star pattern;

brown gloves with patterns in brown and light brown tones;

Brown sandals with grey-blue and white accessories.

The overall style reflects the free-spirited elegance of the scholars of the Wei and Jin dynasties: loose casual wear, tie-dye elements, and a harmonica.

Other versions of Yang Jian Child:

the same silver crown, but shorter hair;

colored patterns similar to the adult appearance;

black boots instead of sandals;

completely black trousers.

Teenager (before the War of the Initiation of the Gods):

hair is longer than in childhood;

the third eye is shining;

blue-gray Chinese armor with sleeves and mantle;

dark blue trousers;

Gray boots in Chinese style.

Yuan Shen (spiritual form):

a giant glowing yellow transparent man;

detailed armor and long cloak;

helmet with two decorations;

holds a giant axe.

Chen Xiang (Yang Jian's nephew) In the film, Chen Xiang is the key character Yan Jian is searching for. There's no precise, detailed description of his appearance, but it's known that he:

young man, rebel;

is connected with the attempt to free the mother by splitting Mount Hua with the Lotus Lantern.

Wang Luo (Yang Jian's aunt) The character who hired Yang Jian to find Chen Xiang.

A young guy with a handsome appearance and a height of approximately 175 cm. He has slightly loose dark hair, gathered in a small ponytail, and on his head is a strange cap made of twigs. His eyes are chocolate color. Dressed in slightly strange but simple clothes. A pale gray jacket, on top of which is a long fir-tree-colored fabric, which acts more like a mask to hide your face. Another piece of dull blue with a hint of purple is tied tightly around the waist, resembling a belt. On the wrists are strange brown gloves wrapped in bandages. Pale, or maybe white, baggy pants, at the bottom of which on each leg there are the same strange kind of bandages as on the hands. Strange flip-flop slippers, but much more comfortable than regular ones.As a person, he is quite secretive, confident, strict, and serious. From childhood he was not treated kindly. Although a guy may initially seem cautious, strict and serious in emergency situations such as an attack, you can get to know him better if you can become friends with him. He is not as evil as he seems at first glance; perhaps, in addition to this, he experiences some other long-forgotten emotions or feelings. Throughout his entire existence, Chen Xiang has never received love or care from anyone, as most consider him an enemy.His mind is cold-blooded, as is his appearance. Before any action, the guy tries to think about the next step so as not to mess up. He thinks well if he wants to, in order to avoid troubles associated with the outside world.The character is cold-blooded, rude, strict, but nevertheless, behind these negative characteristics lies something more than just coldness. He may also feel pity, kindness, or other positive emotions. He is hard and cold with his enemies, while he treats those who might be his friends more gently, making him feel more comfortable around him.

Su Junzhu A doctor at Siji Hospital who also enjoys motorcycle racing. She becomes Yunxiang's romantic interest and helps him recover from his injuries. Voiced by: Li Shimeng (Chinese), Nicole Fong (English). 6. Porridge Yunxiang's childhood friend and lounge singer. After Ao Bing's attack, she loses a leg and falls into depression, but gradually finds the strength to return to life. Voiced by: Zhu Ke'er (Chinese), Victoria Grace (English). 7. Li Jinxiang Yunxiang's older brother. He supports his work as a courier, despite his father's disapproval. Voiced by: Guo Haoran (Chinese), Harrison Xu (English). 8. Donghai Yaksha Ao Guang's assistant is a frog demon. A loyal servant of the Dragon Clan, he participates in battles against Yunxiang. He possesses an unusual appearance and abilities related to his nature. Voiced by: Gao Zengzhi (Chinese), Ping Wu (English). 9. Miss Sun A wealthy and proud woman. She contributes to the plot by interacting with other characters and highlighting the social contrasts in the film's world. Voiced by: Kim Mai Guest (English). 10. Caiyun (Princess with an Iron Fan) A hired assassin with an artificial sword arm. She seeks revenge for the death of her mentor, killed by Nezha in the past. She uses a fan in combat and possesses super-speed.

However, if considered as part of a squad, it is logical to assume that he performs one of the typical functions of a bounty hunter: reconnaissance, combat support, interaction with clients, or the use of specific skills (magic, knowledge of the area, etc.).

How the team works The Yan Jian Squad is a group of misfits who charge minimal fees, making them often hired when budgets are needed. Despite their outward sloppiness and lack of resources, they succeed in their missions thanks to:

Yang Jian's experience and fighting skills;

non-standard solutions (including with the participation of Xiao Tian Quan);

mutual support - each complements the other.

Their goal is not fame or fortune, but survival. But when family ties intervene (a conflict with their nephew Chenxiang), the team faces a choice: follow their contract or listen to their hearts.

1. Li Yunxiang / Nezha The protagonist, the reincarnation of the legendary Nezha. He works as a courier and mechanic, and enjoys motorcycle racing. After a clash with the Dragon Clan, he awakens the power of Nezha within himself—his body is engulfed in flames. He is willing to do anything to protect his loved ones. Voiced by: Yang Tianxiang (Chinese), Stephen Fu (English).

2. The Masked Man / Sun Wukong (The Monkey King) Yunxiang's mysterious mentor. While he resembles the Six-Eared Macaque, he is actually Sun Wukong from Journey to the West. He possesses immense strength, but due to his disillusionment with life, he acts cynical and distant. He teaches Yunxiang to control his abilities. Voiced by: Zhang He (Chinese), Jason Ko (English).

3. Ao Guan De The leader of the De clan, the Dragon King of the Eastern Sea. A domineering and cruel ruler who seeks to eliminate Yunxiang after recognizing him as Nezha's reincarnation. He uses the power of the Dragon Pearl to cause a tsunami and destroy the city. Voiced by: Xuan Xiaoming (Chinese), Andrew Kishino (English).

4. Ao Bing De Ao Guang's son, the Dragon Prince. In a past life, he was nearly killed by Nezha, which fueled his thirst for revenge. He controls the powers of ice.

Brief context of the world Mythological basis: The film draws on Chinese legends, where gods and humans are closely connected, and magic coexists with technology. Artifact: The magic lotus lantern possesses immense power—it is the key to freeing Yang Jian's imprisoned sister. Conflict: Yang Jian's personal history (guilt, renunciation, loss of divinity) intertwines with the search for the artifact and the confrontation with his nephew. Bounty Hunter Team

1. Yang Jian (Erlang Shen) The team's leader, a once-powerful deity with a third eye. Thirteen years after his sister's imprisonment, he became a penniless bounty hunter, capturing criminals for money, charging minimal fees. He appears relaxed and sleepy, but displays impressive skills in combat. He is hired to prevent his nephew, Chenxiang, from obtaining a magical lotus lantern.

2. Xiao Tian Quan A talking demon dog, a member of Yang Jian's team. He took her under his wing and is gradually teaching her magic. The character serves as comic relief, but also helps with missions—her demonic nature and new magical skills can prove useful in unexpected situations. She brings a lighthearted and unpredictable spirit to the team.

3. Wanluo A man and one of Yang Jian's closest associates in the bounty hunting squad. While his biography and abilities are not fully revealed, he is a full-fledged member of the team. He likely handles tactics or combat support. In the English version, he is voiced by Christine Lin (note: despite the actor's name, this may be a localization issue; in the original, Wanluo is male).

4. Vanga A man, another member of the bounty hunter team. There are no direct references to a character by this name in publicly available sources about the film, so possible alternatives are:

this is an alternative spelling or transcription variant of another name (for example, consonant with Wanluo);

he appears in a cameo role and is not highlighted in the main descriptions;

The name refers to an expanded universe or supplemental material.

Main characters

1. Yang Jian (Erlan Shen)

Origin: Based on the mythological deity Erlang Shen, featured in the 16th-century novels The Acquisition of the Gods (by Xu Zhonglin) and Journey to the West (by Wu Cheng'en).

Status: Once a powerful deity with an all-seeing third eye, 13 years after his sister's imprisonment, he is a penniless bounty hunter.

Personality: Outwardly calm, sometimes sleepy and indifferent; but when his loved ones are threatened, he displays incredible strength and fighting skills.

The Team: Leads a group of four down-on-their-luck bounty hunters who take minimal pay and barely make ends meet.

Objective: Hired by a mysterious woman to capture her nephew; gradually drawn into a story involving family ties and a magical artifact.

2. Chenxiang

Relationship: Yang Jian's nephew.

Task: search for the magic lotus lantern, an artifact of enormous power.

Motive: wants to free his mother, who was imprisoned many years ago (probably by that same sister of Yang Jian).

Role: Acts as both a "target" for the hunt and a bearer of family drama that forces Yang Jian to rethink the past.

3. The mysterious female customer

Appearance: Finds Yang Jian and hires his team for a new job.

Mystery: Her true intentions are not immediately obvious; she is clearly connected to ancient events and the artifact.

Function in the plot: sets off a chain of events, confronting Yang Jian with his past and relative.

Minor characters 4. Master Yuding

One of Yang Jian's companions in his current life as a bounty hunter.

Participates in the team's missions, completing the ensemble of the "unlucky four".

5. Shen Gongbao

A figure caught up in the mythological and magical intrigue of the world.

Likely connected to ancient powers and artifacts; can act as an ally or adversary depending on the situation.

6. Members of Yang Jian's team

Three other bounty hunters working with him.

They have virtually no individual traits or screen time; they serve as a "backdrop" to demonstrate the decline of the protagonist's former greatness.

The city was in danger of being flooded. To save the people, Nezha committed suicide. The final battle. Yunxiang infiltrates Ao Guang's palace to free the enslaved creatures and stop the disaster. Ao Guang swallows the Dragon Pearl and causes a tsunami, attempting to destroy the city. Yunxiang enters the fray: he kills Ao Guang at the cost of his own life, but Nezha's spirit resurrects him. Using the Ribbon of Heaven, the hero redirects the dragons away from the city, saving the inhabitants. In the final battle, Li Yunxiang embraces his destiny as Donghai's protector, combining the power of an ancient god with his humanity. The film's main themes include redemption, the choice between revenge and salvation, and the connection between the past and the present. The film combines mythology with elements of cyberpunk and steampunk, reimagining the classic Nezha character in an urban setting.

New Gods: Resurrection of Nezha (2021, directed by Zhao Ji) is a Chinese animated fantasy action film based on the Ming Dynasty novel Fengshen Yanyi. Plot Summary: Set in the futuristic city of Donghai (inspired by early 20th-century Shanghai and 1920s Manhattan), the story unfolds 3,000 years after Nezha's legendary battle with the sea. The protagonist is Li Yunxiang, a young racer and courier who lives an ordinary life until he discovers he is the reincarnation of Nezha, an ancient hero with powerful powers. Soon after awakening to his powers, Yunxiang encounters the Dragon Clan, his longtime enemies. The clan now exists in the modern world as a powerful and wealthy family, terrorizing the city. At the head of the clan is Ao Guang (the Dragon King of the East Sea), who seeks to restore the dragons' former might. His son, Ao Bing, seeks revenge for the events of his past life: Nezha once nearly killed him, and only his steel spine allowed him to survive. Key plot points: Awakening the Force. After a skirmish with the Dragon Clan, Yunxiang accidentally unleashes an ancient power, confirming his connection to Nezha. He is gravely wounded but quickly heals, and his friend Su Junzhu (a doctor he met at the races) helps him take refuge. Meeting the Mentor. A mysterious masked man reveals Yunxiang's true nature and offers to teach him how to control his powers. It is later revealed that this is Sun Wukong (the Monkey King) disguised as the Six-Eared Macaque. Training and Allies. Yunxiang creates special armor to control flames, helps his friend Kasha (who lost a leg in battle) obtain a prosthetic, and learns to use Nezha's legacy. Conflict escalates. The Dragon Clan escalates the pressure, staging assassination attempts, attempting to bribe, and deceive Yunxiang. Ao Guang kidnaps Su Junzhu to lure out the hero. The past is revealed. Yunxiang learns Nezha's tragic story: in his past life, he refused to apologize to the Dragon King for killing Ao Bing, which

New Gods: Yang Jian (2022) A sequel to "The Rebirth of Nezha," also produced by Light Chaser Animation, the plot is based on the character of Yang Jian (Erlang Shen) from the 16th-century novel "Investiture of the Gods."

Brief plot:

Thirteen years ago, Yang Jian, a powerful god with an all-seeing third eye, was forced to imprison his sister beneath a mountain to maintain the balance of the universe. Since then, he has lost most of his divine power and now lives as a mercenary under the name Erlang Shen, capturing criminals.

One day, a mysterious woman hires him and his team to stop Chenxian's nephew. He is trying to obtain a magical lotus lantern—an artifact of colossal power capable of changing the fate of the world. The client claims the lantern is connected to his missing sister, but the true purpose of the mission turns out to be far more complex and confusing.

As events unfold, Yang Jian encounters long-held family secrets, is forced to choose between duty and kinship, and reawaken his dormant divine power. He must decide how to maintain the balance of the world without sacrificing those dear to him.

The film combines fantasy and futuristic elements: magic coexists with technology, and flying ships pass through magical portals. The film's visual style is distinguished by its high level of detail and dynamic action scenes.