A character in the novels "Water Margin" and "The Golden Lotus", elder brother of Wu Song; known for being short and unattractive, he was murdered by his wife Pan Jinlian and her lover Ximen Qing

Literally meaning "Wu Dalang drinks poison", a two-part allegorical saying where the second part is "die if you do, die if you don't"; used to describe a situation where one is doomed regardless of the choice made.

The Great Emperor of True Might, a powerful god in Chinese religion and Taoism who rules over the northern direction. Historically renamed from [[玄武|玄武|xuan2 wu3]] to avoid a naming taboo, he is often depicted barefoot with long hair, holding a sword and treading upon a tortoise and a snake. He is worshipped for longevity and protection against evil.