Malaysia / China: Carving of Cao Bao, depicting his role in the 16th Century Ming Dynasty novel Fengshen Yanyi ('Investiture of the Gods'). From Ping Sien Si Temple, Pasir Panjang Laut

Cao Bao was a character from the classic Ming Dynasty novel 'Fengshen Yanyi'. A hermit who resided on Mount Wuyi, Cao Bao would play a role in the war between the Shang and Zhou armies. Entering the field of battle, he fought against the legendary General Zhao Gongming, managing to capture his weapons. He was later killed by Heavenly Master Wang Bian.

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