The Investiture of the Gods (Fengshen Yanyi)

The Investiture of the Gods (Fengshen Yanyi) is a Chinese classic novel blending mythology, history, and fantasy. It tells the story of the waning Shang Dynasty and the rise of the Zhou, focusing on divine battles, heroic figures, and gods being appointed to their celestial roles. Central themes include loyalty, righteousness, and the cosmic struggle between good and evil. The story combines legendary figures, magical powers, and moral lessons, illustrating how divine authority is granted through a heavenly investiture ceremony, ultimately shaping the divine hierarchy and moral order in Chinese mythology.