Sun Wukong

Intro Sun Wukong, otherwise known as the Monkey King or simply Monkey, is, often depicted in robes, armor, and other human attire. Just as Wukong’s appearance changes, so do his abilities as his story in Journey to the West plays out. He gains the ability to change his form after he learns the 72 Earthly Transformations. He also learns the art of cloud somersaulting, which allows him to “fly” for 34,000 miles with a single somersault. He learns spells, medicine, and how to fight with and without weapons, which, in addition to his immense strength, make him a great fighter. He also learns a breathing method that grants him immortality. many magical objects on his journey, including a nine-ton pillar that he can shrink down to the size of a needle, cloud walking boots, golden chain-mail, and a phoenix feather cap. His hair is also magical, as he can transform a strand of his hair into almost any object, including a copy of himself. is rude, gruff, and clueless in the ways of romance.