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A clay horse comes to life during floods along the Yellow River, carrying villagers and livestock to safety, symbolizing selfless protection and impermanence in northern Chinese river folklore.

The Clay Horse of the Yellow River

In a bustling riverside village along the Yellow River, floods were a constant threat. The villagers had long learned to respect the river, building levees and performing seasonal rituals to appease its restless waters. Among them lived a humble potter, known for his skill in shaping clay into figures that seemed almost alive. Though he lived modestly, he cared deeply
A willow tree spirit bride standing beside a river in a Japanese folktale

The willow spirit bride

Morning sunlight filtered softly through the willow grove at the edge of the village, casting long rippling shadows across the riverbank. The branches bent low, their leaves whispering secrets to the flowing water below. Villagers often paused there, sensing a quiet presence that felt neither threatening nor entirely human. Some

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