Here you’ll find every episode of Monkey — each one a wild step on the pilgrims’ journey west. Every entry includes a synopsis, the canonical teaching, Pigsy Nonsense Rating, and a dash of commentary.
Browse below to relive the chaos, wisdom, and camp of all 52 classic adventures.
Synopsis A demon casts an enormous shadow that grows with each victory, feeding on fear and triumph alike. Monkey’s pride makes him the perfect target — the more he fights, the stronger the shadow becomes. Only by accepting defeat can the pilgrims move forward. Teaching “The shadow we cast is shaped not by our strength, but by the light we block. Step aside, and darkness disappears.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy’s terror of the shadow leads to comic cowering and unhelpful suggestions. ...
Synopsis A demon enchants the pilgrims with music that forces them to dance until they collapse from exhaustion. The curse can only be broken by someone who refuses to move to the rhythm. Sandy’s stoic resistance becomes the key to their salvation. Teaching “Not all invitations deserve acceptance. Knowing when to refuse is as important as knowing when to join.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy dances with wild abandon, embracing the chaos with ridiculous enthusiasm. ...
Synopsis The pilgrims enter a village where every act of generosity is magically repaid, but every selfish deed is punished tenfold. Pigsy’s greed leads to instant karma, while Tripitaka’s selflessness creates unexpected complications when villagers begin exploiting his kindness. Teaching “Generosity without wisdom enables dependency. True compassion empowers others to stand on their own.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy’s attempts to game the system backfire spectacularly at every turn. ...
Synopsis A demon of impeccable manners and genuine charm befriends the pilgrims, offering hospitality and assistance. But his politeness masks a sinister plan to slowly drain their life force through prolonged comfort. The greatest danger comes wrapped in kindness. Teaching “Evil does not always bare its fangs. The sweetest poison is served with a smile.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy loves the demon’s hospitality and refuses to believe anything’s wrong until it’s nearly too late. ...
Synopsis Demons create perfect duplicates of the pilgrims to discredit their quest and spread chaos. Villages turn against Tripitaka when his “double” commits terrible acts. The real pilgrims must prove their identity through deeds, not words. Teaching “Reputation is easily tarnished but slowly rebuilt. Actions speak louder than accusations.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷🐷 — Fake Pigsy is somehow even more gluttonous and lecherous than the real one, much to Pigsy’s indignation. ...
Synopsis A demon traps souls inside beautiful paintings, creating a gallery of frozen victims. Tripitaka is nearly added to the collection when he pauses to admire the artwork. Monkey must enter the paintings themselves to free the trapped souls. Teaching “Beauty can be a cage as well as a gift. Appreciate without attachment, or become what you admire.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy is captivated by portraits of beautiful maidens and nearly gets trapped himself. ...
Synopsis Each pilgrim encounters a vision of their mother, testing their emotional attachments and memories. The demon feeds on nostalgia and grief, trapping victims in false reunions. Tripitaka must help the others see that clinging to the past prevents moving forward. Teaching “Love for those we’ve lost honours their memory, but living in the past dishonours the present. Let go to truly remember.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy’s emotional breakdown is equal parts touching and absurd, complete with exaggerated wailing. ...
Synopsis A fierce warrior woman challenges the pilgrims, refusing to let them pass until they prove their worth through combat. She’s immune to Monkey’s tricks and Pigsy’s charm. Only when Tripitaka refuses to fight does she reveal her true purpose — testing their commitment to non-violence. Teaching “True strength is knowing when not to fight. The warrior who seeks peace is mightier than the one who seeks victory.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy tries to flirt his way out of combat and fails miserably. ...
Synopsis A demon’s gaze turns victims to stone, creating a garden of petrified travellers. Monkey’s usual bravado makes him vulnerable, as looking directly at the demon means instant petrification. The solution requires humility, trust, and fighting blind. Teaching “Not all battles are won by facing the enemy. Sometimes, turning away is the bravest choice.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy’s terror leads to eyes-shut stumbling and near-petrification multiple times. Commentary A tense episode with genuine stakes — the stone garden imagery is haunting. Watching Monkey learn to trust his companions rather than rely on his own sight adds unexpected character development.
Synopsis A wolf demon preys on a village by exploiting hunger — both physical and spiritual. The pilgrims arrive during a famine, and the demon offers food in exchange for souls. Pigsy’s appetite makes him an easy target, but his moment of selflessness saves the day. Teaching “Hunger can make us desperate, but it cannot make us cruel. What we choose when starving reveals who we truly are.” Pigsy Nonsense Rating 🐷🐷🐷🐷🐷 — Pigsy nearly trades everything for a feast before redeeming himself in the final act. ...