Wukong emerges from 500 years of imprisonment, but freedom demands a price. When ancient fury meets sacred duty, can a warrior born for violence embrace the path of peace?

Tang Sanzang arrives at Two Worlds Mountain, where he encounters Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, imprisoned beneath it. Following Guanyin's prophecy, Sanzang frees Wukong by removing a seal. Wukong pledges to be Sanzang's disciple and protect him on the journey to fetch scriptures from the Western Heaven. As they begin their journey, they face their first challenge: a fierce tiger. Will Wukong be able to defeat it?
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When a tiger-slaying mountain guardian rescues Xuanzang, our monk's journey takes an unexpected turn. A night of powerful chants leads to eerie shared dreams and a grateful family. But as Xuanzang reaches the edge of civilization, a shocking cry pierces the air. Who's calling for "Shifu," and what dangers lurk beyond in the barbarian lands?
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