In this continent aside from the typical beasts, there are also magical beasts. Animals that either have formed a magical core over time or were descended from ancient magical beasts themselves. High tiered magical beasts are quite popular as familiars but lower ones are mostly raised as alchemical ingredients.
I have read about these but never encountered anything about spiritual beasts though. At least all the books Celestine has read didn't mention them. I mean they're pretty common on xianxia novels on Earth. It's still quite a surprise to hear its actual existence here. Except, why was it a panda? I was expecting something more mind blowing. You really can't trust novels these days. Tsk. Tsk.
"What spirit beast? Isn't that a magical beast?" Gallahan asked in confusion. Jinhan shook his head in refute whilst his eyes stuck on the little furball.