Successful historical fiction author and professor Shen Bu Yan (Guo Jia Nan) is mysteriously transported to the ancient Acacia era, where legends clash with reality. Upon encountering the infamous "demon empress" Lu Yuan (Zhang Ya Qin), Bu Yan is initially wary but must rely on her to uncover the era’s long-forgotten secrets. As they embark on a journey together, he discovers that the real Lu Yuan is far from the monstrous figure of legend, prompting him to question what other historical narratives might be false. However, their efforts to reshape history begin to intertwine their fates in unexpected ways. With each revelation, the stakes rise – what sacrifices will they have to make to preserve their futures, and what happens if their choices unravel the fabric of time itself? This 2023 Chinese historical fantasy romance drama was directed by Zhi Zhu.

An Ancient Love Song

🕒 The Time Travelers 🕒

Youku

As leader of an elite unit, tasked with protecting the imperial family, Zhou Zi Shu (Zhang Zhe Han) was not a man to be taken lightly. A man of great honor, who commanded much respect, he served the royal family with the utmost loyalty and was rewarded accordingly. However charmed his life may have seemed on the outside, in reality, it was not the life Zi Shu desired. Unsettled within himself, Zi Shu ultimately decides to leave his position in order to pursue his own dreams.&nbsp;

Putting the past behind him, Zi Shu is determined to start anew but even the best laid plans can be waylaid by fate. Not long after setting off to see the world, Zi Shu finds himself embroiled in a conspiracy that rocks the martial arts world. At the same time, he meets Wen Ke Xing (Gong Jun), a mysterious martial artist from the Ghost Valley, who is on a quest to avenge his parents’ death. Brought together by fate, the two become fast friends as they share a series of adventures that leads them ever closer to a legendary treasure that is rumored to give its owner ultimate power over the martial arts world.

Entangled in conspiracies and hunting treasure, Zi Shu and Ke Xing find themselves caught up in an adventure so epic, it could alter the course of history forever.

Adapted from the novel, “Faraway Wanders” by Priest, “Word of Honor” is a 2021 adventure fantasy drama directed by Gary Sing and Jones Ma.

Word of Honor

⚔ Honorable Team ⚔

Tencent

In a realm dominated by the formidable Wen clan, Wei Wu Xian (Xiao Zhan) forms an unexpected bond with the righteous Lan Wang Ji (Wang Yibo). Their discovery of the Wen clan chief's sinister plot leads them to challenge his schemes, but their efforts result in Wei Wu Xian’s mysterious disappearance, leaving their world in turmoil. Sixteen years later, Wei Wu Xian returns to a land plagued by mysterious murders and rekindles his alliance with Lan Wang Ji. Together, they must unravel the dark conspiracy behind the killings and confront the shadowy figure orchestrating the chaos. Can they solve the mystery and restore peace, or will the dangers of the past resurface to thwart their quest? This 2019 Chinese drama, based on the hit novel Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, was directed by Steve Cheng and Chan Ka Lam.

The Untamed

In the early 11th Century, the future of the Empire is in doubt after a damning painting of the Empress’ past life goes missing – threatening to undermine the Imperial family. Gu Qian Fan (Chen Xiao), the commander of an elite military unit, is dispatched to find the picture before it falls into the wrong hands. Meanwhile, Zhao Pan Er (Liu Yi Fei), a young woman who is on the trail of her missing fiancé, has also come to the Imperial capital in search of answers.

She has joined forces with two women whom she has saved from the jaws of despair: Song Yinzhang (Lin Yun) and Sun San Niang (Liu Yan). The latter was abandoned by her husband and barred from seeing her child, while the former was being abused by her philandering husband. The three women open a small tea house, which soon becomes the talk of the town, due to their diverse culinary, tea-making, and musical talents. Eventually, Zhao Pan Er and Gu Qian Fan’s paths cross. Although they initially mistrust one another, they start to realize that a closer relationship could be of mutual benefit. What will happen, however, when the romance begins to spark between them?

“A Dream of Splendor” is a 2022 Chinese drama series that was directed by Yang Yang.

A Dream of Splendor

The Teahouse of Dreams

Many years have passed since the unorthodox Wei Wu Xian studied cultivation alongside the equally talented Lan Wang Ji. The duo developed a love-hate relationship, unsure as to whether they could – or should – trust one another. Wei Wu Xian went on to wage war against a tyrannical clan, and eventually lost his life. Years after, a social reject named Mo Xuan Yu “invites” Wei Wu Xian to take possession of his body. Mo Xuan Yu is considered a madman, but using his body, Wei Wu Xian has resolved to get to the bottom of a mystery that revolves around a strange, powerful, and grotesque dismembered arm…

This has met his path has crossed once more with that of Lan Wang Ji. Now, after many adventures and battles, the mystery of the arm is still unsolved. But the quest has brought them to the gates of a seemingly abandoned city named Yi. Before they know it, the duo finds itself at the heart of a dangerous conspiracy that threatens to bring their world to ruin. Can they thwart the sinister plan...before it’s too late?

This series is the follow-up to the hit animations “The Founder of Diabolism Season 1” and “The Founder of Diabolism Season 2.”

“The Founder of Diabolism Season 3” is a 2021 Chinese animated series that was directed by Xiong Ke.

The Founder of Diabolism 3

Duan Yu Cheng (Wang An Yu) has always dreamed of becoming a world-class high jumper, but his height appears to be a major obstacle. Undeterred, he seeks the guidance of renowned athletics coach Luo Na (Jin Chen) and enrolls at the university where she trains athletes. As Yu Cheng faces numerous challenges and setbacks, his unwavering determination and the support of Luo Na and his teammates become his driving force. Will he overcome the odds and transform his lifelong dream into reality – and maybe even find love, too? This 2022 Chinese romance drama was adapted from the novel “Blazing Trail” by Twentine and was directed by Yi Zheng.

Falling Into You

Jumping Into Your Heart 

Past events at Seoyeon High School have a repercussion on a group of students preparing to graduate six years later. A tragic romance that ended in sadness when a girl tried and failed to stop a young man from taking a fatal decision. Now, the paths of teenagers “from the past” appear destined to cross with those of three present-day students.

The group comprises the teenagers “from the past,” including Lee Ha Min (Seo Ji Hoon), who, to those who do not know him well, seems to be full of joy and brightness. But in his deepest thoughts, darkness stalks him constantly. There is also Han So Mang (So Ju Yeon), a warm-hearted but shy girl who wants to help others. In the present, Lee Jae Min (Kim Min Kyu) is a popular and tender student who also hides sadness and a past tinged with pain. There is also the studious and kind Yoon Bo Mi (Kang Hye Won) is a sweet, model student – as well as her devoted best friend Kang Sun Hee (Oh Yoo Jin). Rounding out the number is the more temperamental gamer Choi Jin Young (Yoon Hyun Soo) whose thorny attitude also hides a tender side. What does life – and love – have in store for this group of students as they prepare to become adults?

This drama was based on a web-based cartoon of the same name, which was authored by Hongduck and illustrated by Nemone.

“Seasons of Blossom” is a 2022 South Korean drama series that was directed by Wang Hye Ryung.

Seasons of Blossom

🌸The season of flowers🌸

iQiyi

In 15th-century China, a quick-witted, senior-ranking government official named Tang Fan (Darren Chen) takes a break from his routine activities in order to investigate a murder, teaming up with martial arts specialist guardsman Sui Zhou (Fu Meng Bo) in a bid to solve the case.

When the peace-loving landlord of the house Tang Fan is renting is found dead, the duo investigates. It is an apparent suicide, but the investigative pair quickly realizes that something looks amiss.

They investigate and eventually succeed in finding a suspect they believe may have killed the landlord. But they soon learn that this murderer did not act alone – and is just a smaller player in a much grander scheme.

As they dig deeper into the crime, the duo soon realizes that something very sinister is afoot – including a plot to launch a bloody coup.

Can they stop the criminal mastermind before time runs out?

This drama was produced by Jackie Chan and was based on a 2015 novel written by Meng Xi Shi.

“The Sleuth of the Ming Dynasty” is a 2020 Chinese period drama directed by Guo Shuang and Yang Huan.

The Sleuth of the Ming Dynasty

⚖Defenders of the Law Team.⚖

Many years ago, an unorthodox cultivator Wei Wu Xian studied alongside his gifted “classmate” Lan Wang Ji. But after the former’s death, he was “reborn” when a man named Mo Xuan Yu invited Wei Wu Xian to take control of his body to avenge perceived wrongs. Mo Xuan Yu had been shunned by his clan, and was considered by most to be a disturbed madman. But the “reborn” Wei Wu Xian was keen to make the most of his fresh chance at life.

All that was thrown into the air when he came across a gruesome and strangely powerful dismembered arm. This arm sent him down a path that put him back in contact with Lan Wang Ji. The duo formed a sort of friendship that at times lurched from love to hatred, and did battle with invading armies, spirits, and demons! Eventually, they managed to capture the arm, although it continues to exert an uncanny influence…. Now residing in the cloud kingdom, Wei Wu Xian is still in search of truth and answers about his past, while Lan Wang Ji, searches for answers about the arm. But the demonic arm’s dark magic is strong, and troubles are brewing elsewhere in the realm. Can this brave duo conquer the forces of evil?

This series is the follow-up to the popular animation “The Founder of Diabolism Season 1.”

“The Founder of Diabolism Season 2” is a 2019 Chinese animated series that was directed by Xiong Ke.

The Founder of Diabolism 2

Wei Wu Xian, a cultivator who passed away during a clan war, finds himself invited into the body of outcast Mo Xuan Yu to enact his revenge. However, this plan is quickly derailed by a grotesque dismembered arm – a macabre clue that sparks a journey of discovery. Soon, Wu Xian finds himself needing to fight back against an army of evil spirits, ghosts, and demons, leading him to form an uneasy alliance with his old acquaintance Lan Wang Ji. Together they eventually resolve to defeat the forces of darkness, learn the truth about the arm, and unearth the secret reasons that caused Wu Xian’s death! But the task is daunting, as the spirits step up their dastardly campaign. Will this unlikely duo succeed in their heroic quest? This is the first season of the 2018 Chinese animated series, directed by Xiong Ke and Ma Chen Di.

The Founder of Diabolism

Lin Shuang (Zhang Xiao Fei) once had it all – academic success, a dream marriage, and a bright future. But a troubled marriage and a bitter divorce now leave her fighting for custody of her daughter. Returning to the workforce to support her legal battle, Lin Shuang encounters former classmate Gu Xu (Huang Xiao Ming), now a successful leader in tech with feelings for her. As Lin Shuang’s support system grows, she embarks on a journey to reclaim her life and secure a future for her family. As she navigates this turbulent phase, can she rebuild her dreams and find a new path to happiness? This 2023 Chinese romance drama was directed by Teng Hua Tao and Wang Wei.

Alliance

Life Change Destiny Team🧩

Lei Wujie (Ao Rui Peng) dreams of becoming a hero, but his journey takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally damages the Villa of Fallen Snow. Its frustrated owner, Xiao Se (Li Hong Yi), demands repayment, forcing Wujie to bring Xiao Se on his journey to the great city of Xueyue. As the unlikely pair sets off, they soon encounter new companions and stumble upon a web of secrets, including a connection to a long-forgotten battle for the throne. Together, they must face deadly challenges, unaware of the dark mystery one of them holds. This 2022 Chinese martial arts drama, adapted from the novel “Juvenile Songs” by Zhou Mu Nan, was directed by Yin Tao.

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