Is the puppet show based on a novel? I'm not sure, but according to what I know, the Pili Glove Puppet Show is a traditional Chinese martial arts animation form. It originated in Taiwan and was inspired by ancient Chinese novels and legends. It presents wonderful storylines and characters through animation and special effects. There were many famous characters and plots in the Thunderbolt Puppet Show, such as Su Huanzhen, Wen Qing Pian, Sword Soul, etc., which were loved by the readers.