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Ancient Myths and Otherworlds · Chenghuang Crosses the Plain

Chenghuang Crosses the Plain

A horn rises from the back of a foxlike creature in tall grass. Its rider loosens the rein as the path reaches water.

A Horn in the Grass
01

A Horn in the Grass

Chenghuang follows the grassy track toward distant water.

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Grass parts beneath the horn on its back.

Drawing Near
02

Drawing Near

The traveler rests a hand on Chenghuang’s back.

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Mounting
03

Mounting

Settled in the saddle beneath the trees, the rider faces the open plain.

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The Grassy Path
04

The Grassy Path

The grassy path follows the water, the rider seated behind the horn.

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A Shallow Crossing
05

A Shallow Crossing

Four paws enter the shallows, sending ripples across the stream.

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Up the Slope
06

Up the Slope

Chenghuang climbs the slope, leaving the river valley below.

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Loosening the Rein
07

Loosening the Rein

The rider stands beside the rock, the reins hanging loose.

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Drinking
08

Drinking

Small rings spread across the stream; the saddle pad rests on the bank.

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The Evening Plain
09

The Evening Plain

With the saddle pad in his arms, he walks beside Chenghuang into the evening light.

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