Chinese Mythology | Twelve Heavenly Generals

 

Chi You (蚩尤): Associated with war and protection.

Erlang Shen (二郎神): Known for his valor and martial prowess.

Nezha (哪吒): A deity associated with protection and exorcism.

Muzha (木吒): Often depicted as a lion-like deity and associated with fire.

Skanda (韦驮天王): Known for his skill in battle and often associated with the Buddhist deity of the same name.

Wei Tuo (韦陀): Revered as a guardian of Buddhism and protector against evil spirits.

Guan Yu (关羽): A historical figure deified as a god of loyalty, righteousness, and protection.

Lei Gong (雷公): God of thunder and lightning.

Han Xiang Zi (韩湘子): Associated with music, happiness, and protection.

Lan Caihe (蓝采和): A gender-fluid deity associated with joy and protection.

Cao Guojiu (曹国舅): A historical figure deified as a god of protection and wealth.

Li Tieguai (李铁拐): A deity associated with healing and protection.