Azure Lion

*Note: Due to Monkie Kid not being a direct representation to Journey to the West, this article will be primarily about Azure Lion's appearance within Monkie Kid. For information about him in Journey to the West, click here.*

## Character Information

### Alias(es)

**Titles**
Jade Emperor**Derivatives**
Azure
Mr. Lion**Nicknames**
Brother
Uncy Lion
My Emperor
Bud
Party Lion

### Species

Demon
God

### Affiliation(s)

Celestial Armies (formerly)
The Brotherhood

### Weapon(s) of choice

Sword
Scroll of Memory

### Home

Celestial Realm (formerly)
Camel Ridge (formerly)
Underworld (formerly)

### Dislikes

Monkeys
Mortals suffering

### Friends / Allies

Monkey King (formerly)
Demon Bull King (formerly)
Macaque (formerly)
Peng (formerly)
Yellowtusk
MK (formerly)
Mei (formerly)
Ink Demons (formerly)

### Enemies

Celestial Court
Celestial Armies
Pilgrims
Monkie Kids
Demon Bull Family

## Background Information

### Other languages

 Zheng Jingtian
 Choi Nak-yoon

### Set debut

80045 Monkey King Ultra Mech

The **Azure Lion** was a demon, and one of the former sworn brothers of Monkey King, whose main goal was to bring peace to the mortal realm by killing the Jade Emperor. Years after his cause was ruined by his fail attempt to take over the Celestial Realm, Azure Lion searched for the Scroll of Memory before the Ink Demons could succumb to the mortal realm, aiding MK and Mei as they rescued their friends and destroy the Scroll of Memory's protective curse. Following the destruction of the scroll's curse, Azure Lion betrayed the two, using the Scroll of Memory to free his sworn brothers and stage another assault on the Celestial Realm.

Azure Lion's underestimation of the Jade Emperor's power and hasty attempt to take control resulted in him struggling to manage the overwhelming power. Determined to eliminate Monkey King, Azure became overwhelmed by the power and eventually realized that his cause had been manipulated to destroy the universe. In a selfless act, Azure sacrificed himself to save the universe.

## Official description

LEGO.com description
Charming and ruthless, Azure is a power-hungry villain who's convinced he's a hero.

LEGO® Builder
Learn even more about the original Chinese legend when you join Monkie Kid, Monkey King and Pigsy to confront the Azure Lion’s powerful mech. Help Pigsy search for his ancestral weapon - but watch out! The Azure Lion is transforming into a new version of itself to get in the way. Dodge the sword and stud-shooting scroll the mech uses as you recover Pigsy’s weapon. Don’t forget the scroll!

## History

### Past

Seeing the Mortal Realm and its people suffer, Azure Lion served the Jade Emperor as a Celestial Warrior to protect them. He encountered two other demons, Peng and Yellowtusk, and their friendship blossomed over a delightful feast. However, as time passed, Azure realized that the Jade Emperor's sole concern was maintaining control over his subjects, disregarding their hardships. Azure departed from the Celestial Realm and stumbled upon Flower Fruit Mountain, where he discovered Monkey King. Impressed by the Monkey King's compassion towards the monkeys and the prosperity of his home, Azure Lion recognized him as a warrior who shared his ideals. Eventually, Azure Lion formed a bond of brotherhood with Monkey King, the Demon Bull King, Macaque, Peng, and Yellowtusk.

During a feast with his sworn brothers, Azure Lion attentively listened to Monkey King's story about the Havoc in Heaven. As they discussed their plans to overthrow the Jade Emperor and seize his throne, the Brotherhood praised Azure Lion, suggesting he would make an ideal leader. However, Azure Lion humbly acknowledged that it was Monkey King who had brought them together and inspired them to take a stand against the Jade Emperor. Recognizing Monkey King's courage and leadership, Azure Lion proposed him as the most suitable candidate to lead their conquest against the Jade Emperor and stand up for what's right.

### Assault on the Celestial Realm

During the battle for the Celestial Realm, Azure Lion and his sworn brothers fought valiantly, almost securing victory. However, their hopes were dashed when the Jade Emperor intervened, leading to their defeat and the surrender of the Monkey King. In the aftermath, only Azure Lion, Peng, and Yellowtusk remained as sworn brothers. Determined to establish a home, they created Camel Ridge by stealing surrounding energy. After aligning himself with the Jade Emperor, Monkey King's loyalty became uncertain to Azure and the Brotherhood, given his unpredictable nature. Yellowtusk turned to Azure Lion for guidance, but received no response.

### Imprisonment

The Brotherhood and the pilgrims eventually had a conflict, resulting in the Brotherhood being imprisoned by the Monkey King using the Scroll of Memory. However, Azure Lion was not captured and was instead banished to the Underworld. The punishment left Azure Lion trapped in the Underworld for centuries. Azure was eventually freed by one of the Kings of the Underworld, unaware of the King's true reason for freeing him. Azure resolved to liberate Peng and Yellowtusk from the Scroll of Memory. Unfortunately, the protective curse that had been bound to the scroll rendered his efforts futile. Undeterred, Azure devised a strategy to deceive MK and ultimately eradicate the curse on his behalf.

### New Adventures

When MK and Mei were in trouble, Azure Lion destroyed the Ink Demons versions of the pilgrims and his sworn brothers. However, after sealing the scroll, he was attacked by the two, who took the scroll. The Azure Lion demanded to have the scroll back, but seeing that MK was threatening him, he questioned MK and Mei's innocence of the theft of the scroll despite it being in their possession. When MK and Mei answered his question informally, he ended up laughing before revealing to them that he had heard of them before, but expressed disappointment when they don't know him at all. Azure then explained the Scroll of Memory and believed that Monkey King stole it. As he did, he told MK and Mei that he and Monkey King used to be sworn brothers, and made many mistakes in the past. After the three were done talking about Monkey King, the Azure Lion said that the Scroll of Memory contains the history of the Journey to the West, along with being able to imprison those inside of it.

MK suggested that they should use the scroll and release them, but the Azure Lion opposed it, as the world would be at risk if the curse got out. But hearing that MK and Mei would do anything to rescue their friends, the Azure Lion explained what they need to do before asking for the scroll back, saying that they need to trust each other. Once he was given the scroll, the Azure Lion opens it and teleports MK and Mei inside.

### The Great Tang Man

Using astral projection, Azure Lion met up with MK and Mei after the two went inside the Scroll of Memory. He warned them that the protective curse can find them if they alter the scroll's memories too much. So Azure Lion gave MK and Mei new clothes to blend in to prevent that. But before he could finish, he was cut off as MK started taking his clothes off in front of him.

Azure Lion questioned MK's belief in Tang's mystical power, comparing him to Tang Sanzang. MK responded with uncertainty, but Azure Lion suggested that if Tang had knowledge of mystical arts, he could use advanced instructions to guide him. Azure Lion believed that if the Monkie Kids' friendship was truly strong, they would always find their way back to each other.

### Pitiful Creatures

Once the protective curse was destroyed, Azure Lion went inside the Scroll of Memory through a portal, meeting up with the Monkie Kids and Monkey King. Seeing Monkey King, who spoke to Azure resentfully, Azure Lion replied that it is him and snapped his fingers, taking himself and the Monkie Kids to Camel Ridge as he left Monkey King behind, keeping him trapped in the scroll. As the others got into a fighting stand in front of Azure Lion, MK was concerned about what happened to Monkey King and asked Azure what happened to him. Only for Azure Lion to stand by his throne in silence.

### The Brotherhood

Azure Lion was surprised by the fact that the Monkie Kids knew about his plan and remained silent. He mentioned that he had not intended to deceive the team but he believed that they wouldn't comprehend the situation. He suggested that sometimes it is more convenient to seek forgiveness rather than permission. Mei proceeded to attack Azure, who evaded the attack and retaliating with a barrage of ink from the Scroll of Memory. Mei attempted to strike back, but Peng was summoned from the scroll. As the Brotherhood were freed and attacked the Monkie Kids, Azure Lion intervened, cautioning Peng that Tang is not who they believe to be. Yellowtusk inquired about the duration of his and Peng's entrapment, to which Azure Lion admits uncertainty. The Brotherhood then embraced. Azure apologized and introduced Peng and Yellowtusk to MK, who expressed confusion to Azure of why he didn't mention the plan if the point was just to free Peng and Yellowtusk. Azure acknowledged the need for an explanation and offered to provide one by opening a memory for MK and himself.

Azure Lion recounted his past as a Celestial Warrior to MK, elucidating his valiant efforts to defend the people and challenged the rule of the Jade Emperor. He further expounded on the Brotherhood's mission, which was thwarted when their attempt to overthrow the Jade Emperor failed, and Monkey King pledged allegiance to Tang Sanzang. Despite the setback, Azure Lion and his remaining comrades persisted in their pursuit of justice, but were defeated by Monkey King and the pilgrims, who destroyed Camel Ridge and incarcerated Peng and Yellowtusk in the Scroll of Memory.

MK expressed disbelief upon seeing the memories of the scroll, as Monkey King was considered to be a hero who would not commit such actions. However, Azure Lion confirmed the veracity of the information. He then recounted how Monkey King's betrayal had resulted in the imprisonment of Peng and Yellowtusk, calling him his only friends. Azure expressed gratitude towards MK for returning them to him, acknowledging that it was beyond his own capabilities to free them from the scroll. When Pigsy said that Monkey King should be free from the scroll since he’s been there long enough, Azure Lion disagreed, explaining that Monkey King would remain sealed within the scroll until their mission to conquer the Celestial Realm was complete. Upon assuming his Mystic Monkey form, MK demanded the release of Monkey King. However, Azure Lion implored MK to exercise prudence in his actions.

A fight began between MK and Azure as they vied for possession of the plank. In a momentary lapse, Azure perceived MK as Monkey King, prompting him to summon his sword and attacked MK. Regrettably, the plank was inadvertently cleaved in two, much to everyone's shock. Azure Lion expressed his disappointment as he picked up the broken pieces, lamenting that his intentions were not to have things end this way. He mentioned that Sun Wukong's relase was no longer possible due to MK's actions. Sandy proposed the idea of using magic tape to fix the situation. Despite his suggestion, Azure Lion remained uncertain about the possibility of fixing it. Azure Lion expressed his hopes to reconcile with Sun Wukong, and acknowledged that his legacy will persist in their triumph. He urged Peng and Yellowtusk to go. Peng mentions what they should do MK, but Azure Lion reminded them that MK was merely a victim of Monkey King's actions, thus sparing hem. But he warned the Monkie Kids to avoid interfering with their mission as he threaten to destroy to split plank. Momentarily, the Brotherhood left from Camel Ridge.

### Roast of the Monkie Kids

The Brotherhood forcefully entered the Demon Bull King's fortress. In a heated exchange, the Demon Bull King accuses Azure Lion of being driven mad. Azure Lion justified his actions by stating that he only retaliates against those who threaten the Brotherhood. He reminded Demon Bull King of their cause. Demon Bull King questions Azure Lion's repeated failure. In turn, Azure Lion accused the Demon Bull King of being sentimental by his love for Princess Iron Fan, remarking that DBK would not so easily swayed. The Demon Bull King warned Azure not to speak or even look at his wife. Azure Lion expressed disappointment at DBK's perceived weakness, noting that he had become subservient to the Monkey King and was no longer the strong and mighty demon he once was. Azure Lion was disappointed by DBK's actions, prompting him to summon the Scroll of Memory. Despite Princess Iron Fan's attempts to impede Azure's efforts, she too succumbed to the ink, as did the Demon Bull King. Red Son was spared by Azure Lion, letting him inform the Celestial Armies of the Brotherhood's arrival. Yellowtusk expressed disappointment that the Demon Bull King was their final chance to reform the Brotherhood while Peng added that Macaque had hidden himself. Azure Lion dismissed their concerns, saying that they possessed enough power to accomplish their goals without them.

Azure Lion looked upon the devastation of Camel Ridge as Peng inquired about the transportation being ready. As Yellowtusk said that they're done, Azure and the others proceed to teleport to the Celestial Realm, where Ne Zha, Red Son, and the Celestial Armies await them. Ne Zha warned Azure to leave the Celestial Realm or face the consequences of his actions. However, Azure Lion remained steadfast in his unwavering determination to bring an end to the reign of the Jade Emperor.

### The Jade Emperor

During the assault on the Celestial Realm, Azure Lion used the Scroll of Memory against the Celestial Armies, summoning the Ink Demons as he imprisoned most of the Celestial Warriors and then Red Son. As the Brotherhood battled Ne Zha, Azure Lion tells the Third Lotus Prince to give up, saying that he shouldn't give up his life for the Jade Emperor. Azure Lion soon witnessed the Monkie Kids on the Cloud Airship as Mei presented their arrival. Before Azure Lion could do anything, Mei stepped on his face as she took the bamboo slip that had Monkey King from him. With his sworn brothers' assistance, Azure Lion got the plank back as he tried to use the Scroll of Memory on the Monkie Kids.

As the two sides battled, Azure Lion began calling out the Jade Emperor to the heroes, saying that the Emperor sees all life inferior to him, and refused to make the world better for them. Ne Zha explained that there's a bigger meaning to the Jade Emperor's rule, but Azure Lion refused to listen, saying that he will only believe it once he sees it. But as he tried to strike his sword down, MK intervened and landed various hits on Azure Lion until he used a powerful roar to knock MK down. Azure Lion told MK that not even he can get in his way, only to be briefly stunned when MK told Azure Lion that he doesn't want to be his enemy. Azure Lion didn't give in to MK's words and attempted to use his sword on MK and the others. But Tang used a portal to teleport them out.

With the Monkie Kids and Ne Zha out of the way, Azure Lion entered the Celestial Palace, where he and the others saw the Jade Emperor on his throne, discovering that over the years, the Jade Emperor was aging. Therefore, dying as a result. But Azure Lion, who didn't care about the Jade Emperor's condition, said that it was time for someone else to rule the Celestial Realm. Azure Lion stand his ground as the Jade Emperor began interrogating the demon until he pulled out his sword. Azure Lion managed to strike the Jade Emperor with his saber first, killing the ruler as he absorbed his power. Now as the new Jade Emperor, Azure Lion tells his sworn brothers that they can now complete their plan.

### The Plan Man

Azure Lion reminisced about the day when the Brotherhood conspired to attack the Celestial Realm until he lost control over the Jade Emperor's power. Fortunately, Yellowtusk came to his aid, utilizing the ancestral weapons to repair to the Celestial Realm. However, Yellowtusk expressed remorse over their previous actions, believing that their attempt to overthrow the Jade Emperor was a grievous mistake. Azure Lion, however, remained confident in his ability to wield his newfound power, citing the success of his predecessor. Despite Yellowtusk's concerns over the potential destruction of the Celestial Realm, Azure Lion brushed them off, stating that the price was worth any sacrifice, as nothing great comes without a cost.

As Azure Lion strode into the dining hall, he warmly greeted Peng and Yellowtusk, reflecting on the bond they had forged within the dining hall. He believed that they were capable of achieving extraordinary feats and suggested that they celebrate their successes. Nevertheless, Yellowtusk voiced his doubts and warned Azure Lion of the dangers that his power posed, saying that they had underestimated the Jade Emperor's might and would be unable to save the world if it were to be destroyed. Azure Lion grew defensive and pulled out the Scroll of Memory, reminding Peng and Yellowtusk of his pivotal role in securing their freedom. He apologized for his outburst, acknowledging that his thoughts had been consumed by Monkey King and MK. Despite Peng's attempts to reassure him, Azure Lion remained fixated on the fact that Monkey King was still alive, believing that he could not remake the world until he was vanquished. Yellowtusk reminded him of the pressing matters at hand. Not wanting to become an idle god like the previous Jade Emperor, Azure Lion wielded his sword and teleported the Brotherhood to confront Monkey King.

Upon their arrival at Flower Fruit Mountain, Azure Lion issued a stern warning to the heroes. Despite his previous admonitions, the heroes persisted in their plans to commit treason against him. Therefore, Azure Lion declared his intention to put Monkey King's immortality to the test.

### Rip and Tear

In an attempt to defeat MK and Monkey King, Azure used the Scroll of Memory to attack them. While hoping to spare MK from the same fate as Monkey King, Azure gave him a final chance to surrender. However, MK adamantly refused, prompting Azure to engage in a fierce battle with both of them. As the intensity of the fight increased, Azure summoned Ink Demons to trap MK. MK managed to avoid Azure's sword by shrinking in size. Monkey King and MK relentlessly taunted Azure, making fun of his failed attempt to overpower them as the new Jade Emperor. Their taunts enraged Azure, causing him to unleash an enhanced roar in an effort to silence their insolence. However, Monkey King countered Azure by summoning the Golden Staff, crushing Azure beneath its weight. Azure tapped into his powers, transforming into a colossal figure as he lifted the Golden Staff off himself and destroyed the Monkey Mech by tearing it apart. To his surprise, Azure discovered that MK and Monkey King had tricked him, as the pilots controlling the mech were actually the Party Clone and a cardboard cutout of Monkey King, who threw an explosive banana at Azure.

Azure became aware that Monkey King had obtained the Scroll of Memory without him noticing. He readies himself to eliminate Monkey King once and for all, but MK thwarted his attack. Azure expressed his opinion to MK that Monkey King doesn't deserve any loyalty, and that he should never have trusted Monkey King, labeling Wukong as a fraud. However, MK transformed into his Monkey form, leading to a fierce confrontation between him and Azure. Azure proved to be no match for MK while his body started to fracture. Azure believed that MK's monkey form was a result of Monkey King's influence, assuming it had transformed him into a mindless beast. Azure continued to be relentlessly assaulted, as MK exposed his deceit until he was hurled into the heart of Flower Fruit Mountain. Unable to endure the Power of the Jade Emperor any longer, Azure unleashed a surge of energy that began to rip the fabric of the universe apart.

### Better Than We Found It

Azure Lion firmly believed that he can fix everything. He holds the opinion that if Monkey King had not intervened, everything would have been as it should be. However, MK assured Azure that Monkey King was not to be blamed. As Monkey King found Azure in his current state, the latter tried to attack him. Monkey King reasoned with Azure, admitting that he has emerged victorious but at the cost of the universe. Horrified, Azure remained resolute, insisting that he has no intention of causing such catastrophic damage and that he can still fix things.

Monkey King proceeded to question Azure Lion about how he's at the Mortal Realm. Azure Lion appeared perplexed by the inquiry, but Monkey King meant how he escaped from the Underworld and took the Scroll of Memory. Monkey King realized that someone else had given Azure the scroll, and warned him that whoever did it only done so with the intent to bring about the end of the universe. Saddened, Azure Lion's remarked about his genuine desire to make the world a better place, and MK implored him that he is the only one who can.

In an effort to reverse the damage he has caused, Azure summoned his sword and began the task of fixing everything. As the universe was pieced back together, Azure slowly disintegrated. In his final moments, Azure gave MK and Monkey King a tearful smile, acknowledging the decision he had to make and the consequences that came with it. Seconds later, he disintegrated completely.

## Personality

Azure Lion is a noble demon who cares for others, swearing that he would save the world from its suffering that the Jade Emperor refused to stop. He was incredibly self-righteous and unlike the others, he was obsessed with this cause, to the point where it was considered to be a fantasy by DBK and the Jade Emperor. He was firmly determined on claiming the throne for a better ruler by any means necessary. He tries to avoid fights with his enemies unless they won't listen or attempt to harm the Brotherhood.

He exploits others if it's beneficial for both himself and the one he's taking advantage of, as he only tricked MK into going inside the Scroll of Memory and destroying the curse so that both of their friends could be free, and expressed guilt when the Brotherhood ruthlessly attacked the Monkie Kids, something that Azure Lion told them to stop doing.

As seen with how he speaks about Monkey King and the Demon Bull Family, the Azure Lion is an unreliable narrator. He is also incredibly stubborn and unwilling to reconsider his actions and views, even blaming others for his mistakes. He is known to lash out violently when it comes to Monkey King.

## Appearance

*Main article: Azure Lion/Designs*
As his name implies, Azure Lion had azure skin with spiky orange shoulder-length hair, and two tufts at the front are tied with purple bands. He had pink eyes, along with thick orange eyebrows and orange facial hair. He also had sharp fangs, a broad chest, and feline knees.

## Weapons & Accessories

### Scroll of Memory

*Main article: Scroll of Memory*
The Scroll of Memory is an ancient artifact made in the Underworld that imprisons people within it. After the Monkie Kids were reunited and undid the scroll's protective curse, Azure Lion began to use the scroll to control the Ink Demons.

### Sword

*Main article: Azure Lion's sword*
Azure Lion wields a large saber that he can summon and dissipate anytime.

## Abilities

### Skillset

* **Swordsmanship** - Azure possessed incredible proficiency in wielding his sword.

### Powers

* **Demon Physiology** - Azure Lion possessed the traits and abilities of a demon.
	+ **Longevity** - As a demon, Azure Lion possessed a prolonged lifespan, being able to live for thousands of years since he was born before the Journey to the West, which took place in the 7th Century.
* **Materialization** - By using the energy of anyone or anything, Azure Lion could create structures of various sizes, as he was able to create Camel Ridge with his sworn brothers at the cost of a thriving home being turned into a wasteland around the city.
* **Enhanced Roar** - Azure Lion could produce a powerful roar of high amplitude from his vocal cords.
* **Astral projection** - Azure Lion could interact with other people through telepathy, thus being able to talk to another person despite not being in the same place as them.
* **Power of the Jade Emperor** - As the Jade Emperor, Azure Lion possessed all the powers of the Celestial Host.
	+ **Unikinesis** - Azure Lion could control the entire universe and everything in it, making him have control of all the realms and change it to the way he sees fit.
	+ **Titanshifting** - Azure Lion was able to enter a state in which he transformed into a giant.

## Weaknesses

* **Power of the Jade Emperor** - Because of underestimating the Jade Emperor title and its power, Azure struggled to control the Jade Emperor's immense power as it began to overwhelm his body, to the point where it killed him as he almost destroyed the universe.

## Names in other languages

 **Mandarin** | *Show*: **青毛獅***Sets*: **青毛狮王** | *Show*: Translates to **Azure Lion***Sets*: Translates to **Azure Lion King**.

## Behind the scenes

* Azure Lion is based on the villain from *Journey to the West* along with his leader, Peng and Yellowtusk.
	+ Azure Lion and Peng's roles are switched, as Peng was the leader of the demon trio while the Azure Lion was a follower.
* In the novel, he is fought by the pilgrims twice, once as the Lion-Lynx Demon (獅猁怪), where he had killed and replaced the king of Wuji Kingdom, and later as the Azure Lion. He was also later revealed to be the steed of the Bodhisattva, Mañjuśrī.
* The Azure Lion also takes the role of the Lion Camel King, one of the Monkey King's six sworn brothers.
	+ Both of these identities may be his may be referenced in the show, as he mentioned that he had gone by many names.
* He is the only member of the reforged Brotherhood not to have his name changed between the sets and the show.
* The Azure Lion's design seems partially based on the characters incarnation from the 1986 series *Journey to the West*.
* In Christine Wilson's model sheet of Azure Lion, it was specified that the black covering on Azure Lion's torso was fur, as opposed to being interpreted as a type of garment by Donavan Foo.

## Trivia

* The Azure Lion has a unique facial shape unlike the usual square head of other characters.
* It was debated early in the design process if Azure Lion should have fingers or minifigure-hands, the latter of which was chosen.
* He is one of the only villains that consistently refers to MK by his name, as most call him by a nickname or insult.
* Azure Lion is the first main antagonist of *Monkie Kid* that wasn't introduced in the pilot nor Season 1.
	+ He also has several similar traits of the previous villains:
		- Like the Demon Bull Family, the way Azure Lion cares for his sworn brothers is similar to how the Demon Bull Family care for each other, while at the same time, they intend to conquer a realm, the mortal realm for the Demon Bull Family and the Celestial Realm for Azure Lion.
		- Azure Lion's desire to conquer the Celestial Realm makes him used as a pawn for someone else, similar to how Spider Queen's desire to rule the mortal realm led her into becoming a pawn for Lady Bone Demon.
		- Like Macaque, Azure Lion once allied with Monkey King and saw him as a friend. But after Monkey King's allegiance to Tang Sanzang, Azure Lion believed that he was betrayed and saw him as an enemy. Unlike Macaque, Azure Lion tried to make things right with Monkey King.
		- Like Lady Bone Demon, Azure Lion's intentions involve the realms, with him wanting all life to be treated equally. In their first attempt, they aided an emperor. But seeing how little the emperors cared, both Azure Lion and Lady Bone Demon changed their intentions, with Lady Bone Demon's desire to destroy the mortal realm and create a new one in its place while Azure Lion seeks to overthrow the Jade Emperor, and let Monkey King take his place. During the time they served an emperor, they also became in league with someone that also betrayed their ruler until the season's special (the Mayor for Lady Bone Demon, and Peng and Yellowtusk for Azure). Although in Azure's case, it was friendship rather than subjugation. Both of their actions also led to the deaths of the Emperors they once served. Never once while they were imprisoned, had they ever reconsidered their ideologies.
			* After failing in their first attempt, both Azure Lion and Lady Bone Demon corrected their mistakes and used a powerful force in their second try, with Lady Bone Demon attempting to use the Samadhi Fire on all the realms while Azure Lion used the Scroll of Memory to be the one to overthrow the Jade Emperor and kill him. Unlike Lady Bone Demon, Azure Lion succeeded.
			* Along with Macaque, they both tricked MK into thinking that they were good upon meeting him in person, only to have their true intentions unveiled later on. Though, the Azure Lion seems more hesitant to harm MK than either of them.

## References

1. ↑ Adams, Jeremy (May 16, 2021). It is not a direct 1:1 representation to JTW by design. It gives us more freedom with stories and characters and hopefully points people to search and experience JTW themselves (Reply). Archived from the original on August 28, 2022.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Breen, David. "The Brotherhood". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 42.
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Breen, David. "New Adventures". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 36.
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Harper, Sarah. "Rip and Tear". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 47.
5. ↑ Green, David. "The Plan Man". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 46. — Azure Lion: “I did not sacrifice everything simply to be an idle deity.”
6. ↑ LEGO® Monkie Kid™ Playsets for Ages 6-10+| Themes | LEGO.com.
7. ↑ Green, David. "The Plan Man". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 46.
8. ↑ Breen, David. "A Lifetime of Mistakes". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 45.
9. ↑ Devlin, Deirdre. "Court of the Yellow Robed Demon". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 39.
10. ↑ Fujita, Mark; Harper, Sarah. "Better Than We Found It". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 48.
11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 Harper, Sarah. "Roast of the Monkie Kids". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 43.
12. ↑ Harper, Sarah. "The Jade Emperor". *Monkie Kid*. Season 4. Episode 44.
13. ↑ Journey to the West, Volume 2, Chapter 39 (Anthony C. Yu translation, Revised Edition)
14. ↑ Journey to the West, Volume 4, Chapter 77 (Anthony C. Yu translation, Revised Edition)
15. ↑ Azure Lion Young Model Sheet Christine Wilson.jpg
16. ↑ Azureliona-design-colour-v001-copy orig.jpg
17. ↑ Jacobson, Ashe (August 9, 2023). If I remember right I think there was some really early debate in the design phase abt whether he'd have mini-fig hands or big fig hands and I think my brain crossed some wires in a few drawings- whoops!.

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