Baize: The Beast Who Knows Every Monster by Name
The Beast Who Knows Them All
You are afraid of the dark because you do not know what is in it. But there is one who is not afraid. One who knows every demon, every ghost, and every monster by name. He knows what they eat. He knows where they hide. And most importantly, he knows exactly how to kill them. His name is Baize (the White Marsh). He is the living encyclopedia of the supernatural.
The Nine-Eyed Sage
Baize is a creature of intense wisdom. He is not a monster to be fought, but a sage to be sought. He is a white lion with noble bearing. But his form betrays his true sight: he possesses six horns and nine eyes—three on his face, and three on each of his broad flanks. Every eye is looking at a different layer of reality. He sees the physical world, the spirit world, and the intentions of men. He speaks the language of men with the voice of an old scholar.
The Gift of the Emperor
The stories say that the Yellow Emperor met Baize on Mount Dongwang. The Emperor, burdened by the invisible threats plaguing his people, asked: "How can I protect my subjects?" Baize did not offer a sword. He offered a list. He dictated the details of 11,520 kinds of demons, ghosts, and spirits. He described their true forms, their habits, and the rituals needed to banish them. This text became the Diagram of the White Marsh. It was the ultimate survival guide.
The Weapon of Knowledge
Baize teaches that knowledge is the only weapon that matters. To know a spirit's true name is to hold power over it. If a spirit attacks you, call it by its name. "You are the Drought Demon! You are the Night Wanderer!" Spirits are bound by their identities. To name them is to trap them. Baize acts as a biological monster repellent. He does not need to bite. He simply needs to speak.
The Final Warning
The world is not just dark; it is populated. There are 11,520 specific ways to die in the shadows, and ignorance is the only true vulnerability. You can hide under your bed and hope, or you can learn the names of your enemies. Baize has given you the textbook. Use it, because the test begins now. Do you have your notes?
