The Great Creature of the Lake is the first "Traveling Creature".
Biography[]
The Lake Creature gave generous rides to monks. When Jack landed on him, the creature saw Jack's sword and realized he was the fabled samurai. He then told Jack to continue his journey with the Mountain Crab. The monks also mentioned that, besides being the only one to cross the lake, he lived since forever in the lake and has seen many things, is all-knowing and very wise.
Appearance[]
The creature resembles a giant insect, with large, bulbous, amber eyes and tendrils covering its mouth.