Another anime that has elements related to Buddha stories could be 'Mononoke'. Although it doesn't directly focus on Buddha, it has strong themes of Japanese mythology and spirituality which are somewhat related to the concepts around Buddha. It has a very unique art style and engaging stories in each episode.
It's really hard to find anime that specifically combines both Buddha stories and spider stories. There are anime with Buddhist elements such as 'Buddha'. It focuses on the life of Buddha, but there is no spider story in it. And for spider - themed anime, 'Kumo Desu ga, Nani ka?' is about a girl reincarnated as a spider, but it has no relation to Buddha stories.
A 'Buddha at bedtime story' could be about how the Buddha tamed a wild elephant. It shows his power not through force but through his spiritual strength and wisdom. As you listen to this story at bedtime, you can be inspired by his way of handling difficult situations with calmness and intelligence.
Symbolism is also a key characteristic. There might be symbols related to Buddhism such as lotus flowers, which represent purity in Buddhist teachings. These symbols can be used to enhance the overall theme of the anime and give it a deeper meaning. In some animes, the journey of the characters can be seen as a symbolic representation of the spiritual journey towards enlightenment as described in Buddha stories.
There are not many anime that directly combine Buddha stories and spider stories. But in some anime with Buddhist elements, like 'Rurouni Kenshin'. It has themes of redemption and self - discovery which can be loosely related to Buddhist teachings. For spider stories, 'Jormungand' has a character named Koko who is as cunning as a spider in her strategic planning, though not a pure spider story.
I'm not sure specifically which 'mosnter girl buddha fanfic' stories are popular. But you can try searching on some fanfic platforms like Archive of Our Own. There might be various stories related to such an interesting combination there.
There are a few things to consider when looking for good 'buddha xander fanfic'. The writing style is crucial. You want something that flows well and has engaging dialogue. Also, the plot should be interesting. It could be a story that explores the relationship between Buddha and Xander in a unique way, perhaps in a different time or setting. You might also want to check the ratings and reviews if available. If a lot of readers have given positive feedback, it's more likely to be a good read. However, keep in mind that everyone's taste is different, so you might have to dig through a few to find the ones that really resonate with you.
One popular 'buddha graphic novel' is 'Buddha' by Osamu Tezuka. It's a great exploration of the life of Buddha.
I recommend Journey to the West: The Fourth Calamity Spreads Across the Three Realms. This is a Xianxia-Mythological Cultivation novel written by the author. Buddha Tathagata was an important character in this novel. His HP bar lit up, attracting many players to attack the West Heaven Spirit Mountain. However, the protagonist, Chen Xiu, relied on his own strength and equipment to fight monsters and level up. In the end, he used the power of the "Fourth Calamity" to conquer the three worlds and wipe out the gods and Buddhas in the sky. I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~😗
Sure. One real Buddha story is about the time when Buddha was sitting under the Bodhi tree. Mara, the demon, tried to distract him with various temptations like beautiful women and power. But Buddha remained steadfast in his meditation and finally achieved enlightenment. This shows his great willpower and determination in the face of worldly distractions.
One good Buddha story is about the Buddha and the angry elephant. An elephant was set loose upon the Buddha by his jealous cousin. But instead of running away or showing fear, the Buddha remained calm. His peaceful energy was so strong that the elephant stopped in its tracks and bowed before him. This shows the power of inner peace.