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“The Nian came once a year, and feared three things: fire, loud noise, and the colour red. Every New Year since has been a warding-off that most people have forgotten was ever one.”
— Chinese Beasts, Mythological Creatures”
― Mythological Creatures, Mythological Creatures Field Guide: Chinese Beasts: Meet 15 of Ancient China's Most Incredible Creatures