Black Myth: Wukong is a 2024 action role-playing game developed and published by Game Science. It features a single-player mode with a third-person perspective. The story’s background and content are inspired by Journey to the West, one of China’s Four Great Classical Novels. In the game, players control a mystical Stone Monkey from Flower Fruit Mountain known as the 'Destined One', uncovering past truths and shaping their future.
On the journey to find Sun Wukong’s six relics - the 'Six Senses of the Great Sage', we’ll encounter a diverse cast of characters. If you were to enter the world of Black Myth, would you be the strong, brave Sun Wukong, the optimistic and hedonistic Zhu Bajie, or the fierce and unstoppable Erlang? There are even more characters to discover. Come and find the soul that resonates most with yours!
Destined One000Truth SeekerBlazing trails without hesitation, embarking on a long journey to uncover the truth.LocationBlack Wind MountainWeaponA simple wooden staffDestined One, the protagonist of “Black Myth: Wukong” and the player-controlled character, bears a striking resemblance to Sun Wukong. He carries a gourd at his waist and wears leg armor but no shoes. In battle, he exclusively uses staff-like weapons and possesses numerous abilities similar to Sun Wukong’s magic. The Destined One can transform into various creatures and defeated enemies, even using their abilities when transformed. Silent and reserved, he rarely communicates with others. As players control him, they uncover the truth behind the entire story through his perspective.You share similarities with the Destined One, standing like an unfathomable mountain amidst a bustling world. In crowds, you’re more of a silent observer, listening intently and thinking deeply. You don’t follow trends or express opinions carelessly, instead focusing your energy inward on your personal goals. This focus helps you overcome obstacles effortlessly in pursuit of your dreams. Your determination is as unyielding as steel, standing firm even in the face of life’s storms.2698C8//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/1.png
Zhu Bajie112Admiral TianpengBorn with a clumsy heart, trapped in life’s advance and retreat, Breaking precepts repeatedly, following nature, not the Buddha’s feat. With rake and tusk, smashing fate, burrowing karma’s weight, Rolling in the muddy world, heedless of scorn or debate.LocationThe New WestWeaponNine-Tooth Iron RakeZhu Bajie, also known as Zhu Ganglie or Zhu Wuneng, was originally Admiral Tianpeng, responsible for the Heavenly River and serving the Jade Emperor in the Celestial Court. After drunkenly flirting with Chang'e, he was ordered by the Jade Emperor to be reincarnated as a mortal. However, he was transformed into the appearance of a pig. At Gao Village, Sun Wukong recruited him to join the journey to retrieve the sacred scriptures from the West. After overcoming numerous challenges, they obtained the scriptures.Your personality resembles Zhu Bajie’s - optimistic, easygoing, and adaptable, like a warm ray of sunshine bringing joy and hope to those around you. You love life and maintain a positive attitude even in difficult times. Your laid-back nature helps you handle life’s changes with ease, being flexible yet principled. To your friends, you’re the reliable companion who’s always there, ready to go to bat for them no matter what.03AD7B//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/2.png
Rakshasi111Princess Iron FanFrom dawn to dusk, toil’s bitter strain, Day and night, home’s burdens remain. Destiny shows no mercy, merciful she became. Why is her household light the hardest to sustain?LocationFlaming MountainsWeaponPlantain FanRakshasi, wife of Bull Bull King and mother of Red Boy. In Black Myth, she’s portrayed as a princess from the fallen Rakshasa Kingdom. Kind-hearted and well-versed in Buddhist teachings from a young age, she later became a disciple of the Taoist Patriarch Laozi after her country’s downfall, mastering both Buddhist and Taoist practices. She was gifted the plantain fan. When Wukong’s party arrives asking for Rakshasi’s plantain fan for their journey west, Rakshasi sees trouble for refusing and agrees to lend her fan, but Red Boy flatly rejects this and attacks Wukong’s group.You share traits with Rakshasi. Your kindness isn’t weakness, but warmth from within. Your gentleness isn’t timidity, but respect and care for life. In relationships, you always try to understand others with a calm mind and resolve conflicts gently. Your empathy makes you a confidant for many, and more precious still, you can heal their inner wounds with your kindness and tenderness.F3800F//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/3.png
Red Boy102Boy Sage Great KingOn his red skin, talent may shine, Eyes glaring bright, a mischievous sign. Samadhi Fire forged, yet heart unrefined, The gate to Mount Lingshan lies within the mind.LocationFlaming MountainsWeaponTrue Samādhi FireRed Boy, born as Bull Boy Sage, is the son of Bull King and Princess Rakshasi. He spent 300 years cultivating at Flaming Mountains, mastering the Samadhi True Fire. He then terrorized the region around Drillhead Mountain, often bullying local earth and mountain gods. When Longevity Monk’s group passed by, Red Boy fought Sun Wukong multiple times without losing. Following his defeat, Red Boy became a disciple for Bodhisattva Guanyin and became an acquainted with the Black Bear Guai, another disciple that had been subdued by Wukong previously.You’re similar to Red Boy - quick-witted and intelligent, always able to grasp the crux of a problem instantly. When facing challenges, you find unique solutions with your smarts, amazing others. You adapt easily to new environments, constantly exploring unknown territories, and skillfully combining different ideas to create refreshingly novel results.F53A15//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/4.png
Bull King101Great Sage Who Pacifies HeavenRenowned as the mighty king, his life was far from plain, His spirit spanned the three realms, his fame touched four domains. Among the guais, a hero grand, wild and untamed, The sudden arrival of dharma left his homeland forever changed. With shadow as his companion, true enlightenment within him lay.LocationFlaming MountainsWeaponMixed Iron RodBull King, an incredibly strong and fierce demon king, once sworn brothers with Sun Wukong and five other demon kings on Flower Fruit Mountain, calling himself the “Great Sage Who Pacifies Heaven”. He married Princess Rakshasi and had a son, Red Boy. Bull King lashed out to the Heavenly Court and was violently subdued by Heavenly King Li, Nezha, and Wukong. Then he follows Wukong’s advise and converts to Buddhism. After a century of practice, Bull King was allowed to finally return home, where he led a much more peaceful and conservative life.You share traits with the Bull King - daring and powerful, like a fearless warrior who always charges forward when facing challenges. You have firm beliefs and an indomitable will, rising to meet any difficulty. Your strength isn’t bluster, but true skill honed through countless trials. In pursuing your goals, you never fear failure, daring to challenge yourself, break boundaries, and constantly strive for higher targets.52759E//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/5.png
Ma Tianba012Ma ErIn life, a brave heart met a noble lord, Loyal and true, bound by a warrior’s accord. Grateful and steadfast, he sought to repay, Unyielding in courage, keeping danger at bay.LocationBlack Wind MountainWeaponUnknownMa Tianba, originally named Ma Er, was a horse in a merchant caravan tasked with helping traders cross Flaming Mountain for business. Unexpectedly, the caravan was attacked by monsters in the mountains, leaving only Ma Er to escape. He galloped for sixty miles before being taken in by Old Man Xu. Ma Er was intelligent and understood Old Man Xu’s words, but the old man soon passed away. Heartbroken, Ma Er wandered the mountains before following Bull King to learn martial arts and cultivation, gradually becoming more powerful.Your personality is similar to Ma Tianba’s. Your loyalty shows not just in your attitude towards friends, but in your persistent pursuit of work and ideals. No matter what temptations or difficulties you face, you stay true to your principles. Your conscientious attitude is admirable - you put your heart and soul into everything, big or small, striving for the best. With friends, you’re devoted and righteous, always ready to lend a hand even when you’re struggling yourself.EB6060//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/6.png
Maitreya100The disciple of Sakyamuni BuddhaThe board is earth, the pieces sky, Colors of Yin and Yang comply. In subtle moves, revolutions blend, Laughing, praise the game that will never end.LocationThe New WestWeaponUnknownMaitreya, a disciple of Sakyamuni Buddha. He ascended to Tusita Heaven before Buddha’s nirvana and will descend to the human world after 4,000 years to become a Buddha under the Nagapuspa tree in Ketumati, widely spreading Buddhist teachings. Legend has it that his incarnation was the Cloth Bag Monk, characterized by his bare chest and belly, cloth bag in hand, and ever-present smile. He guides Zhu Bajie and the Destined One in their search for truth, advising: “To do Buddha’s work, one must have a reverent heart for Buddha.”You share traits with Maitreya. Your mystique comes from your rich inner world. You’re thoughtful but don’t easily reveal yourself, creating an intriguing aura that makes others curious to know you better. You’re free-spirited, unbound by conventional notions, living life on your own terms. Though you may seem enigmatic to others, you have a clear set of values and life plans. You know what you want and how to achieve it.D48C02//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/7.png
Erlang, the Sacred Divinity001Erlang ShenIn skies high, his talents shine, like plum blooms pure and bright, His form defies the winter’s snow, a sacred being of light. With lofty heart, he claims no kin to the emperor above, His noble spirit dims the stars, unlocking the Great Pagoda.LocationThe New WestWeaponThree Pointed Double-edged BladeErlang, the Sacred Divinity, also known as Erlang Shen. In “Journey to the West”, he’s the Jade Emperor’s nephew who hunted Sun Wukong and attacked Flower Fruit Mountain after the latter disrupted the Peach Banquet. Later, during the journey for the scriptures, he assisted Sun Wukong in killing the Nine-Headed Bug, becoming sworn brothers. It is a mandatory boss that you have to fight at the beginning of the game and an optional one that you must defeat if you want to have the secret ending.You’re similar to Erlang. Your adherence to principles isn’t stubbornness, but a persistent pursuit of fairness and justice. At work, you hold yourself and others to the highest standards, allowing no sloppiness or slacking. Your impartial attitude earns respect from colleagues and subordinates. Though sometimes seen as unsympathetic, everyone knows you’re thinking of the long-term good of the work and team. You’re like an unwavering scale, maintaining fairness and objectivity in all situations, earning trust.53A5FF//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/8.png
The Great Sage’s Broken Shell002Sun WukongThree Yangs converge, life springs forth anew, The celestial stone holds sun and moon’s hue. From an egg, a monkey’s path is laid, A future arises with his form made. Within, no form to recognize, Without, a shape before everyone’s eyes. Talented ones emerged through ages, How few achieved the Dao among kings and sages!LocationMount HuaguoWeaponRuyijingubangThe Great Sage’s Broken Shell refers to Sun Wukong after becoming Victorious Fighting Buddha. After escorting Tang Monk to retrieve the scriptures from the West, Sun Wukong was named “Victorious Fighting Buddha”. However, after his enlightenment, the Celestial Court deemed him a dangerous threat and once again sent heavenly troops to attack Flower Fruit Mountain with the intent of razing it. Due to the golden headband, he ultimately failed.You share traits with the The Great Sage’s Broken Shell. You have a clear mind and an indomitable will. Your excellent thinking ability lets you see the essence of things and notice details others miss. You don’t follow the crowd but prefer independent thinking, forming your own views. You have the ability to hurt others but choose to treat everyone with kindness. When facing difficulties, you’re resilient and never give up, quickly adjusting your mindset and bouncing back.E8500D//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/9.png
Whiteclad Noble010A White SnakeA serpent youth in white, with furious gaze, Writes poems, dances, yet fierce in battle’s blaze.LocationBlack Wind MountainWeaponUnknownWhiteclad Noble, located in the Black Wind Mountain, Bamboo Grove, was a White Snake Guai that was friends with both Lingxuzi and the Black Bear Guai. His elder brother is Erlang, the Sacred Divinity.You’re similar to the Whiteclad Noble. Your behavior always surprises and puzzles people, as if they can never truly understand all of you. You like to maintain a certain distance, not easily showing your full self to others. This elusive attitude often piques others' curiosity, giving you the upper hand in social interactions, like an unsolvable riddle attracting constant exploration.4983DD//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/10.png
Tiger Vanguard110Elder BrotherMajestic and grand, with a fierce display, Striped coat, eyes like lightning’s ray. In the blood pool, its wrath does rise, With a bronze head and iron tail, it terrifies.LocationYellow Wind RidgeWeaponUnknownTiger Vanguard, a demon king from Yellow Wind Ridge, resides in the Crouching Tiger Temple. Hundreds of years ago, the previous Tiger Vanguard lost his life trying to capture Tang Sanzang, leaving his two sons to fend for themselves. The elder tiger followed in his father’s footsteps, managing the mountain’s monsters and preventing them from harming innocent beings. The younger tiger, dissatisfied, persuaded his brother to drive away the Yellow Wind Sage and the rat demon, but was severely injured. The elder tiger had no choice but to kneel and pledge allegiance, becoming the “Tiger Vanguard”.In terms of personality, you’re like Tiger Vanguard. You’re loyal, kind, and sincere, always the first to help friends in need without expecting anything in return. Your kindness is innate, extending goodwill to everyone, even strangers can feel your warmth. Your soft-heartedness isn’t weakness, but a tendency to be moved by others' plights, often putting others before yourself. You’re like a warm ray of sunshine, brightening the lives of those around you and making the world a better place.e19910//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/11.png
The Duskveil011Yaoguai KingA brief song stirs the valiant heart, Long crows pierce the night apart. Leaping high, then falling low, Drifting like duckweed in the flow.LocationPurple Cloud MountainWeaponFeatherThe Duskveil, a Yaoguai King from Purple Cloud Mountain. From the Shrine, just go up the stairs and he will appear in the big area. In the original story, there is no mention of the “The Duskveil”, but it is heavily hinted that Duskveil is a corrupted or undead form of Maori Xingguan, the son of Bodhisattva Pilanpo. Before losing consciousness, he still thought of his mother, hoping she was well.In character, you resemble the Duskveil. You value family and emotions, being devoted and passionate. No matter what temptations or difficulties you face, you stay true to yourself, not easily swayed. Your kindness comes from within, not for the sake of reward. To your friends, you’re a lifelong confidant; to your colleagues, a completely trustworthy partner.2aa2d5//areal.me/which-black-myth-wukong-character-are-you/show/12.png
[xcheck]As a lone wanderer, which of these scenarios would make you risk your life to compete for leadership of the martial arts circles? You can choose multiple answers. If none of these reasons would make you compete, simply click "Next question".
Command the entire martial arts world with thousands of followers
Marry your love interest upon successful election
A legendary master offers to take you as a disciple and teach you unique skills
You discover an evil force threatening the entire martial arts circles
Next question
What weapon would you choose?
A gleaming steel longsword
Nimble throwing daggers
A long-range bow and arrows
A domineering dual halberds
After a fierce battle, how would you relax?
Meditate alone in silence
Chatting with friends over tea
Practice martial arts to release stress through sweat
Sleep in a beautiful, peaceful valley
[xsort]Please rank the following tasks in order of importance to you:
Rescue hostages
Track down an elusive evil force
Guard a unique ancient scripture
Decode a mysterious cipher revealing your origins
Master the final move of an ultimate martial art
Search for a lost family heirloom
Sorted, next question
In an ancient cave, you find a shining gem. What do you do?
Keep it as a memento
Use it to enhance your weapon
Give it to a close friend or someone deserving
Sell it for food and drink
Listen to these four laughs. Which one should be the hidden final boss?
A
B
C
D
When planning for the future, you:
Make detailed plans and set goals
Adapt flexibly to unknown situations
While chasing an enemy, you accidentally enter the area shown in the image. Look carefully, is it real?
Yes, it’s real
No, it’s virtual
You smell an unfamiliar fragrance. Which one intrigues you more:
Sweet osmanthus, reminiscent of first love
Ambergris, luxurious and elegant
Subtle sandalwood, exuding ancient mystique
Intense musk, with a hint of seduction
In a remote mountain, you encounter an injured person. You:
Immediately offer help and escort him to safety
Inquire about his background before deciding to help
Observe secretly and call for a healer from your clan
[audio]Listen to this sound effect. Which scene fits better in your mind:
In the morning, a diligent martial artist is training
Two swordsmen with a deep grudge dueling in a bamboo forest
A master teaching a disciple the clan’s unique skills in the mountains
A surrounded martial arts master is killing the enemy
You prefer a life that is:
Full of challenges and surprises
Stable, peaceful, and tranquil
Achieving breakthroughs while maintaining stability
In a life-or-death decision, which hostage would you abandon?
An innocent child
Your loving soulmate
Your righteous and loyal friend
A wise person who holds the key to saving the world
When your opinion differs from others, you:
Seek common ground and solutions
Stand firm and defend your viewpoint
Observe the four people in the image and choose one to be your adventure companion.
What’s your preferred fighting style?
Swift and decisive attacks
Outsmart opponents, defense as offense
Use softness to overcome hardness, neutralize attacks
Thunderous strikes, aiming for one-hit kills
[xcheck]As a novice in the martial arts world, in which situations would you be willing to sacrifice your life? (You can choose multiple answers. If you wouldn’t sacrifice your life for any of these reasons, click "Get Results")