Epic Showdown: Sun Wukong vs. Hercules
Wiz- Throughout history, humans have fantasized about attaining a god-like status—be it fame, fortune, or power. But what if such divinity was within reach?
Boomstick- Hold onto your seats, because today we’re throwing two legendary heroes into the arena. Two champions who ascended to godhood!
The Monkey King
Wiz- Enter Sun Wukong, The Monkey King, a formidable figure in Chinese Mythology.
The God of Strength
Boomstick- And let’s not forget Hercules, the demi-god who reigns supreme in Greek Mythology!
Wiz- For this confrontation, we’ll consider their capabilities and tools prior to their ascension. This means Sun Wukong as the mischievous monkey prince and Hercules in his service years. Additionally, we’ll steer clear of adaptations that drew inspiration from these iconic figures.
Boomstick- No Disney or Dragon Ball here! It’s time to see how the original legends measure up. Buckle up; this battle is about to get wild. I’m Boomstick.
Wiz- And I’m Wiz. Our role is to dissect their skills, arsenal, and tactics to determine who will reign victorious in this DEATH BATTLE!
Sun Wukong: Mischief and Magic
Boomstick- Ah, China! A land teeming with remarkable tales, including ninjas, anime, and the epic saga – “Journey to the West.”
Wiz- Indeed, a tale rich with memorable characters and a crafty trickster that laid the foundation for one of the world’s most beloved heroes: Goku.
Boomstick- And who could overlook the Monkey King, Sun Wukong?
Background
- Origin: Born from a magical stone atop Mount Huaguo
- Character Traits: Known for being “naughty and impish”
- Date of Birth: February 20th
- Inspired Characters: Goku (Dragon Ball), Saiyu (Hunter x Hunter), Sun Wukong (RWBY)
- Early Life: Worked as a stable boy.
Wiz- Long ago on Mount Huaguo, a magical stone birthed a baby monkey. This young creature later joined a troop of monkeys and thrived in their community.
Boomstick- But then tragedy struck when one of his friends perished, leaving a void.
Wiz- Driven by a quest for immortality, Sun Wukong sought out a mentor.
Boomstick- He eventually came across the sage Subodhi, a figure of great wisdom. After three years of rigorous training—longer than any of my relationships lasted—he absorbed the martial arts and various magical techniques.
Wiz- His hallmark skill is the 72 Bian, enabling transformations into any creature he desires.
Boomstick- Plus, by biting off his own hair, he can create clones of himself, thanks to Shen Wai Shen Fa, making him a formidable adversary.
Wiz- Imagine having countless copies of yourself! Over 84,000 at once—a mind-boggling number, even exceeding the number of nightclubs!
Boomstick- But there’s more! He wields mystical powers such as summoning fierce winds, immunity to fire and water, freezing foes, and a staggering leap of over 54,000 kilometers.
Weapons, Skills, and Abilities
- Ruyi Jin Gu Bang: A magical staff that can resize at will.
- 72 Transformations
- Body Outside of Body
- Fiery-Eyes Golden-Gaze: Senses evil.
- Cloud Somersault: Impressive agility.
- Elemental Charms: Protection from fire and water.
- Minor Weather Control
- Spirit Summoning
Boomstick- After two decades of intense training, he attained immortality but craved acknowledgment as a deity. So, he stole treasures from the dragon Ao Guang.
Wiz- Correction—Ao Guang. He pilfered four divine items: Cloud-Stepping Boots, Golden Chainmail, Phoenix Feather-Cap, and of course, his prized weapon, the Ruyi Jin Gu Bang.
Boomstick- This staff is akin to the Power Pole from Dragon Ball! It can change size and even be tucked behind his ear. He gathered a fraternity of spirits—an odd but impressive set of allies!
Wiz- However, this incited the wrath of the Dragon God, prompting a divine call for Sun Wukong’s punishment. Yet, with cunning, he slipped into Heaven and erased his name from the Book of Life and Death, thus achieving a new form of immortality.
Boomstick- The Jade Emperor, eager to control him, assigned him a job, but Wukong’s arrogance led him to secure additional immortality!
Achievements
- Achieved five levels of immortality.
- Stole treasures from Ao Guang.
- Befriended seven demon lords.
- Overcame heavenly armies and formidable deities.
Wiz- The frustration of the gods reached a peak; they tried to burn him in a cauldron, but Sun Wukong cleverly evaded injury. After 49 days, he emerged even more powerful, with enhanced abilities.
Boomstick- Frustrated, they sought help from Buddha, who captured him under a mountain for five centuries. That’s an impressive yet harrowing test of patience!
Wiz- Eventually, he served a monk on a noble mission, evolving into a wiser entity known as the Righteous Monkey King.
Hercules: The Legendary Hero
Wiz- Greek Mythology brims with various gods, mythical beasts, and the champions who endeavored to conquer them.
Boomstick- All these heroes share common traits, typically being favored by a deity or born of divine lineage.
Wiz- Take Hercules, the world’s most renowned hero, who bore the unfavorable fate of being Zeus’ son.
Boomstick- Zeus, in an act of deceit, assumed the guise of Alcmene’s husband to beget Hercules! When his real husband, Amphitryon, returned, the truth came out.
Wiz- Our saga takes a dark turn when Hera discovers this and vows to wreak havoc on the infant Hercules. She manipulates the childbirth process to delay his arrival.
Boomstick- But ‘Hercules’ wasn’t destined to be thwarted. Alcmene abandoned him out of fear, yet the cunning Athena intervened, ultimately bringing him back to his mother.
Background
- Parentage: Son of Zeus and Alcmene
- Media Personality: Featured in various films, becoming a constellation.
- Relationship with Hera: A deep-seated antagonism.
- Romantic Ventures: Outnumber even the famed James Bond’s list!
Wiz- “Hercules” is his Roman name, while “Heracles” encapsulates his Greek origin, meaning “Glory to Hera,” a stark irony given Hera’s relentless persecution.
Boomstick- This adversarial relationship started early when Hercules was targeted for murder by serpents, an effort he effortlessly thwarted.
Wiz- This immunity to pain stemmed from his drinking from the Milk of Hera, granting him godlike strength which soon attracted the attention of Megara.
Boomstick- But Hera’s vengeance had no bounds—she cast madness upon Hercules, leading him to unintentional tragedy and subsequent servitude under King Eurystheus.
Abilities and Equipment
- Divine Strength
- Bronze Club
- Nemean Lion Skin
- Hydra-Infused Arrows
- Sharp Intellect
- Guidance from Athena
Wiz- Hercules faced Twelve Labors, showcasing his exceptional strength and wit. His first task was to defeat the unstoppable Nemean Lion, a feat that he achieved brilliantly.
Boomstick- His next challenge involved the beastly Hydra, and after cleverly defeating it, Hercules used its venom to poison his arrows.
Wiz- Among his quests was capturing the Cretan Bull and fetching the Golden Apples of Hera. His resourcefulness often shone through; in one instance, he persuaded Atlas to retrieve the apples while he bore the sky for him.
Boomstick- That’s 5.5 quadrillion tons of weight he held!
Wiz- Hercules’ incredible stamina allowed him to pursue the Golden Hind for an entire year, a creature faster than arrows. His tactical brilliance in battles against gods further displayed his prowess.
Notable Achievements
- Held the sky up.
- Accomplished the Twelve Labors.
- Shot down the sun with an arrow.
- Ascended to godhood post-mortem.
- Defeated legendary figures such as Antaeus and Thanatos.
Boomstick- Tragically, even a hero of his caliber fell due to an earnest error.
Wiz- Yet Hercules was immortalized as a deity by the people he protected.
Pre-Battle Analysis
Wiz- With all data collected, the contenders are aligned and ready for analysis.
Boomstick- IT’S TIME FOR A DEATH BATTLE!
Battle Sequence
On Mount Huaguo, Sun Wukong trains fiercely, demonstrating martial expertise. He ends a session by sending a punching bag flying. Suddenly, Hercules seizes the bag in midair.
Hercules- Be careful! That could injure someone!
Sun Wukong- My bad, but I feel no remorse!
Boomstick- Someone’s in for a fight!
Hercules- You’re a brash one, aren’t you?
Sun Wukong- This will be exhilarating!
The battle begins! Sun Wukong conjures his staff, which Hercules dodges.
Sun Wukong! – Prepare for the “Flying Kick of the Handsome Monkey King!”
Hercules stumbles but swiftly counters and sends Wukong airborne. Sun Wukong recovers seamlessly, taunting his opponent.
Sun Wukong- Worthy competition at last!
Hercules- This isn’t just play—this is life and death!
Sun Wukong- For me, it’s a game of survival!
Using his skills, Sun Wukong summons countless clones, ominously declaring a Monkey Meteor Shower.
Hercules braces for impact but counters by throwing the clones into the sun.
Sun Wukong- Playtime’s over!
Hercules charges, battling Sun Wukong with intent. A series of exchanges ensue, showcasing their strengths.
Sun Wukong- Dragon Form!
Transforming into a colossal dragon, he swoops at Hercules, who, displaying immense might, slams him down to his true form.
As Hercules wields his club, Sun Wukong attempts to freeze him, but Hercules breaks free, ruthlessly hammering the Monkey King until nothing remains.
Hercules- Finally no more shenanigans. Rest in peace, trickster.
Conclusion
Boomstick- Yikes! What an end—definitely a harsh fate for Sun Wukong!
Wiz- While Wukong posed a significant challenge, Hercules’s experience and sheer strength foiled every trick.
Boomstick- Many of Sun Wukong’s moves were whimsical rather than lethal. Hercules had faced similar challenges before and drew from superior resolves.
Wiz- Though Sun Wukong boasted regenerative abilities, they have limits, unlike Hercules’s robust strength.
Boomstick- In the end, Hercules prevailed, proving he wasn’t monkeying around!
Wiz- The winner is Hercules.
Trivia
Both Sun Wukong and Hercules exemplify heroism on a divine scale, wielding blunt weapons and sporting the skins of ferocious beasts. Their narratives reveal hard-fought journeys for redemption, marred by the challenges imposed by gods.
If their struggle had a theme, it could be titled “Immortal Heroes,” intertwining Greek and Chinese motifs, celebrating their legendary abilities!
