There were also fantasy and xianxia novels similar to those in China, such as the magical fantasy novels in Western literature such as the Harry Potter series and The Lord of the Rings. These novels were also similar to the fantasy and xianxia world views of China, which described the adventures, battles, and search for power of characters such as mages, elves, and dwarves. In addition, Japanese manga and anime often had fantasy, xianxia, and other themed works.