Oogway is very wise. Being the creator of Kung-Fu, Oogway is an incredibly skilled combatant, having formed the basis for every single style in all of China, leading all to venerate him for his wisdom and virtual invincibility in combat. He prefers non-lethal forms of combat, incapacitating foes by striking their pressure points and merely knocking them out rather than killing them. He also possesses a great deal of foresight and optimism, quickly recognizing Po's innate talent when no one else would, and advising Shifu to look past the panda's faults and continue teaching the soon-to-be Dragon Warrior, advice that quickly bore fruit. He is known as the greatest kung-fu master to have ever lived.