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Drawing Jianghu The Degenerate Season 2

During the final years of the Tang Dynasty, the world was in chaos, with vassal towns splitting into two factions. Legend has it that just before the Huangchao rebels took over Chang'an, a mysterious government organization completed its final mission and vanished. Around the same time, a valuable treasure that the rebels sought in Chang'an remained elusive. This led to rumors circulating about a hidden secret on the renowned Longquan sword. Years later, a young orphan named Li Xing Yun was saved by a hermit named Uncle Yang, who taught him martial arts. Li Xing Yun, along with his sister Lu Lin Xuan, left the mountain to train in martial arts and, along the way, acquired the legendary Longquan sword with the help of friends Ji Ru Xue and Zhang Zi Fan. As a result, Li Xing Yun and the Longquan Sword became targets of interest for various sects, including Xuanmingjiao, Tongwenguan, Huanyinfang, and Tianshifu.

Following the passing of Master Wang You, a puzzling golden coffin ignites discord among competing martial arts groups, pulling fighters such as Lei Wu Jie, Xiao Se, Tang Lian, and others into a perilous battle to reveal its mysteries. Adapted from the novel "Shao Nian Ge Xing" (少年歌行) by Zhou Mu Nan (周木楠).

Under the guise of Bei Que Chen, the ousted crown prince Yu Wen Jue clandestinely orchestrates a revolt aimed at reinstating his lost dynasty. While he navigates the tumultuous landscape from the background, a brutal struggle for the Imperial Seal ensnares him in a perilous contest of influence, treachery, and fluctuating loyalties. ~~ Based on the web novel "Long Chen Jue" (龙尘诀) by Chen Ya Lian (陈亚莲).

Taking place in a reinvented martial arts universe, this narrative explores the heritage of the Five Greats — iconic characters whose mysterious histories have influenced the martial arts realm. As concealed tales come to light and new conflicts arise, a new generation of champions steps up to uphold the ideals of bravery, integrity, and adventure.

The crown prince of Dali, Duan Zhi Xing, flees from a predetermined royal engagement and forms a friendship with Hong Qi, a student of the Beggars' Sect. Due to a confusion, a woman named Yi Huo mistakenly identifies Hong Qi as her fiancé, transforming a simple miscommunication into a significant bond. In an unexpected turn of events, Hong Qi becomes proficient in formidable martial arts and ascends to the position of leader of the Beggars' Sect, but a longstanding feud between their fathers creates a division between Hong Qi and Duan Zhi Xing...

Mei Ruo Hua, a member of a maritime lineage, suffers a devastating loss when her family is slaughtered, igniting her lifelong pursuit of retribution. By chance, she becomes a student at Taohua Island and adopts the name Mei Chao Feng. She finds herself entwined in a forbidden romance with her mentor, Chen Xuan Feng. Driven by a relentless desire to perfect exceptional martial arts for revenge, Mei Chao Feng mistakenly believes that her master, Huang Yao Shi, possesses the Nine Yin Manual and is unwilling to share its knowledge. Bound by their love and a vow, the duo steals the manual and escapes the island. They master the Nine Yin White Bone Claw, gaining notoriety as the Black Wind Twin Evils. However, their relationship is doomed to fail.

Xu Xing Lan, a recent hire at the office, unexpectedly finds herself transported to a bygone era where she becomes entangled with Yu Wen Yan, the second son of Anjin City! Inadvertently, they embark on a complex relationship filled with twists and turns

The tale revolves around Acha, a spirited maid working in Xuanwu City's palace, who has a deep passion for food. While searching for ingredients outside the palace, she stumbles upon He Lianyu, a young master who was attacked and left unconscious. This encounter sets off a delightful and captivating story. Despite their contrasting social statuses, Acha and He Lianyu become intertwined through their shared love of food. Through a series of amusing events, the pair form a special bond and strive to achieve their aspirations.

By a twist of fate, Meng Xiao Tang, an author, finds herself trapped in the body of Feng Nan Xi, a female demon from the Moon Shadow Cult who is being pursued by everyone. Believing that following the storyline and eliminating Ye Wu Chen, a disciple of the Xiaoyao Sect, will allow her to return to reality, Meng Xiao Tang teams up with Shen Yu to locate him. While they may seem to be falling in love on the surface, they both have their own hidden motives and engage in a battle of wits. As they navigate through various challenges in their world, their initial animosity transforms into a deep and complicated relationship.

Bai Fei Fei comes back to the martial arts realm with a thirst for vengeance, embroiling hero Shen Lang, heiress Zhu Qi Qi, and the crafty Wang Lian Hua in a perilous battle over a formidable treasure, where the boundaries of love and betrayal intertwine with loyalty.

Jiang Hu, who was formerly the head of the Unruly Men, failed to protect the crucial witness Han Yang. This failure resulted in the unjust accusation of the loyal General Hu and caused hardships for the Unruly brothers. Years later, the Lu family acknowledged his martial prowess, prompting him to dedicate himself to repaying their generosity. Subsequently, he roamed alone, yearning for a simple life. However, upon encountering the villains from the Lin Gui Pavilion, he found himself once again entangled in the chaos of the martial arts world. Jiang Hu rescued the orphaned girl Rong’er, and alongside his old friend Ye Yu, they stood for justice and confronted various perils together.

Lin Mu Xuan transforms Xu Zhao Zhao's appearance in order to lure out an unknown adversary for payback. As they operate a beauty salon jointly, he becomes enamored with her spirited demeanor as their hidden agendas come to light bit by bit. (WeTV)

The chief of the Flying Tiger Mountain faction, Dou Ling Kan, along with his godson, Tie Mo Le, were passing through a small town when they heard a commotion at a popular spot. They discovered that the establishment had been taken over by Wang Long Ke, a follower of An Lu Shan. Wang Long Ke's goal was to steal a confidential letter from GuoZi Yi intended for Emperor Xuan Zong, revealing An Lu Shan's plan to rebel against the Tang dynasty. Tie Mo Le, seeking vengeance for his parents' death at the hands of An Lu Shan, saw an opportunity to finally take action.

In the era of the Ming Dynasty, there was a plot by the eunuchs and Japanese to seize control. To safeguard the emperor, three valiant individuals formed a bond as sworn brothers. Sadly, one of them succumbed to greed and ambition, betraying his comrades in pursuit of power and fame.

Ximen Chang Hai manages to survive against all odds and rejoins the Dingyuan Alliance, where he resumes his responsibility of protecting the land and opposing the invading enemies. At the same time, his brother, Ximen Chang Zai, matures into his position as the leader of their sect. With tensions mounting due to external threats and ambitious rivals, the brothers must rally their followers together to confront the growing dangers. Will they be able to safeguard their territory, establish peace, or will fresh challenges divide them? (WeTV)

Huang Yao Shi and Ouyang Feng are two unconventional entrants into the realm of martial arts. One floats through life like a free-spirited celestial being, while the other exudes the joyfulness of a young child. They are neither allies nor adversaries, and they embody a mix of virtue and vice. By imposing their own set of principles, they disrupt the established order of the martial world, creating a whirlwind of erratic turmoil.

In a collaboration between Wen Tong, known as the crimson thief, and Gu Jin Cheng, they delve into a mysterious disappearance case only to uncover a series of interconnected unsolved mysteries that grow increasingly intricate and perilous

Set in the Tang Dynasty, the plot revolves around a clandestine government organization on a mission to acquire a valuable national weapon known as the dragon sword. In pursuit of this goal, they eliminate two renowned martial artists, leaving their children to navigate the turbulent world on their own. The siblings are taken under the wing of Elder Yang, who imparts martial arts skills to them. As they embark on a journey to Jianghu to uncover the secret group's scheme, they encounter their soulmates in Cai Wen Jing and Fan Shi Qi.

Set 3,000 years in the past, the narrative unfolds during a prolonged conflict between the Immortal Lords and the Shadow Clan. Immortal Lord Jing Wei captured the Shadow Clan’s revered relic, the Floating World Mirror, and imprisoned the mythical demon Xie Yun. In a final act to ensure Xie Yun remained contained, Yaoyang made the ultimate sacrifice, dying alongside Jing Wei, which brought harmony back to the Three Realms and ushered in a peaceful era for Bai Ruo Xi.

After being severely wounded in an ambush by the Qingyun Sect cultivators, the Demon Lord Feng Xiao Xiao was forced to separate her spirit from her body to evade capture. Upon her return, she found that her physical body had been harmed by Zhaqing Master Li Zi Mu, who had also taken her powerful Fengming Sword. In a desperate move, Feng Xiao Xiao's spirit entered the body of a courtesan named Su Su to regain strength and reclaim her weapon. To achieve her goals, she disguised herself as Su Su and approached Li Zi Mu. Their interactions revealed a connection between them and a mysterious divine stone within Li Zi Mu. As they navigated their complicated relationship, the truth about the divine stone and the pursuit of immortality emerged. Vengeance, love, and duty intertwined Feng Xiao Xiao and Li Zi Mu in a tumultuous love-hate dynamic. The story also involved Wang Zheng Xuan, a disciple of the Qingyun Sect who used forbidden arts to harm others. Li Zi Mu, out of love, chose to support Feng Xiao Xiao and together they confronted Wang Zheng Xuan to restore peace.

During historical periods, the Emperor Deity utilized all his spiritual energy to subdue the Demon Monarch. Prior to withdrawing from the public eye, he implanted a portion of his essence into Han Mu. Unbeknownst to Han Mu, he met Xuan Li, a demon woman with natural demonic abilities, as he practiced cultivation in the Jiuchong Mountains. Through their joint training, a strong bond formed between them, leading to mutual understanding and acceptance.

The tale follows a young girl from the Spirit Race who was tricked into acquiring the sacred Wanling Orb

Three millennia in the past, Cheng Qi, the offspring of Shen Long, joined forces with A Lin, a celestial being, to thwart Nightmare's scheme to rule over the heavens. However, they ended up losing their souls and were cast into the human realm. After three thousand years, the intertwined duo crossed paths once more in the mortal world. A Lin and Cheng Qi united to create a team dedicated to capturing monsters and unraveling the nightmare's intricate trap.

Following a hundred years of growth, an age-old creature rose up, but was ultimately vanquished by thunderous trials. Joining forces with Zhao Fei Yang, the unremarkable youngest son of the Zhao clan, they embark on an exceptional adventure, marked by three proposals of marriage and the dawn of a thrilling new chapter.

Xie Tian Xing, a thief of noble descent who was struggling financially, was taken aback when he agreed to a mission that ended up completely changing his life in a surprising manner. His striking resemblance to the target, Lu Chen, led to Xie Tian Xing suddenly becoming a prosperous merchant surrounded by luxury and extravagance. But hidden beneath the facade of perfection is a complex network of danger and deception, with those around him showing their true colors.

Three centuries following the confinement of Demon Lord Jie Chuan by the immortal fairy Jin Li, a celestial creature known as Jin Li inadvertently releases him and is subsequently captured and brought to the Demon Realm due to her unique abilities. As adversaries entwined by destiny, their animosity gradually transforms into affection—until a startling revelation regarding Jin Li's true heritage jeopardizes their relationship and alters the course of their fates.

The narrative takes place in the Ming Dynasty under the rule of the Jiajing Emperor. General Qi Jiguang recruits the assistance of warrior monks from Shaolin Monastery to protect China from the wokou (Japanese pirates) and other intruders.

A Chinese TV show inspired by the journeys of Zheng He, the adventurer who commanded seven voyages to Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Africa during the 15th century. (Reference: Wikipedia)

In the Yongle era of the Ming Dynasty, Kuang Zhong, a righteous and honest official serving as Suzhou magistrate, discovered Emperor Jianwen hiding among ordinary people. While looking into a case of a fugitive, he decided to revisit the Xiong family case that had occurred ten years earlier. Kuang Zhong used his official stamp to ensure fairness, leading to the arrest of Lou A Shu and the revelation of Lou Wan Bao's involvement in a coal mine disaster and the Xiong family fire incident.

The play is a Sino-Burmese wuxia travelogue road drama that draws inspiration from the historical journey of Prince Shwenandaw. In 802 AD, he led his famous dance troupe on a diplomatic visit to Tang. During this expedition, he shared Buddhist scriptures and teachings to promote cultural exchange.

In the story of Legend of the Ancient Sword, set in the Tang Dynasty, young warrior Bai Li Tu Su senses a mysterious energy within him that can only be calmed by using the Sword of Burning Solitude. While battling thieves, he encounters Ouyang Shao Gong and Fang Lan Sheng, who are searching for a jade trinket that can help them concoct a potion for resurrection. Tu Su decides to accompany them on their journey, hoping that the potion will awaken his sleeping mother. Along the way, he crosses paths with Feng Qing Xue, an immortal seeking her brother on Earth. When Shao Gong's potion proves successful, Tu Su learns that his mother is in peril and he must confront the power-hungry Shao Gong to protect the world.

The show focuses on the conflict between two conflicting ideologies. Hua Xin Shi gather the genuine emotions of individuals who have released their attachments, while Yang Xin Shi gather the negative thoughts of individuals plagued by self-doubt.

Xiao Lan, the magical being known as the herbs elf in Herb Village, unexpectedly rescued the medical officer A Jiu, who had the ability to penetrate the "boundary" surrounding Herb Village. Unbeknownst to her, A Jiu was not only the respected "Divine Healer Jiu", but also the secret commander of the Shangqing Bureau with the mission of apprehending herb elf, Jiu Ming. Through a series of coincidences, Xiao Lan and A Jiu developed a unique connection where they shared experiences and wounds, leading to a game of pursuit and revelation of their intertwined fates from the past and present.

Born into a world of disdain as a daughter of low status, Feng Zhi Lou aspires to one day stand alongside the formidable Dragon Clan in battle. Meanwhile, Crown Prince Chu Mo Shang spurns a politically advantageous marriage designed to consolidate forces against the demon tribe, opting instead to fight on his own. When their fates intertwine, these two kindred souls challenge expectations and develop a resilient bond through their struggles, a connection powerful enough to alter the very fabric of fate.

The Cangyun Goddess Jiang Zhi Yu and the young tanuki from the Li clan, Jiang Jing Huai, developed feelings for each other despite their social differences. However, Nan Gong Xiao, the head of the Cangyun clan, disapproved of their relationship and schemed to turn their love into animosity. As they became more involved with each other, they began to uncover the reality behind the situation.

The Rain-Ceasing Sword and the Cloud-Ruling Sabre are known as the most powerful weapons globally, carrying the weight of ethnic conflicts. Despite being guarded by four monks, they were defeated by Pong Ban, leaving only one monk alive to escape with the sword. Long Fan Wan intervened to stop Pong Ban as the monk fled, eventually being discovered by Hon Pak and presented to Yin Wong. The story takes place during the first Ming dynasty following the fall of the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty. Fung Heng Lit, a Mongol Prince, lost his memories during a massacre by Emperor Zhu and was raised in China. Pong Ban, the leader of the Mongolian clan, attempts to restore Heng Lit's memories and train him to become the Mongolian Prince, hoping to lead a rebellion against the Ming Dynasty. However, Heng Lit envisions a world of equality, where Mongols and Chinese coexist peacefully.

The series deviates from the typical costume drama format by presenting a modern and romantic portrayal of the relationships between young individuals from various backgrounds, including the bluefly, phoenix, green bee, yellow warbler, emperor, and prince. It follows the tumultuous love-hate dynamic between Yun Xiao Xiao, a prominent student of the Yanshan School, as he searches for Xue Jian.

During the Yuan dynasty, a destitute peasant named Liu Bing Ji roamed the streets as a traveling Buddhist disciple. When the emperor encountered him, a duel ensued, revealing Bing Ji as the true emperor. However, a eunuch devised a plan to overthrow Bing Ji, resulting in his kidnapping and disfigurement. The eunuch found a lookalike to take Bing Ji's place on the throne. Suspicion arose among court officials as the imposter committed wicked acts. Meanwhile, Bing Ji led a group of beggars in rebellion against the fake emperor. A conflict ensued as the impostor and his conspirators faced opposition. The question remained - could Bing Ji, also known as Iron Rooster, reclaim his throne and convince others of his true identity as a beggar?

During the Yuan Dynasty, China was in a state of turmoil with warlords causing chaos. Zhang Junbao, a disciple at Wudang of Changchun, befriends Mazhi Lan, the daughter of rebel leader Guo Xing, and a wealthy girl named Qiu Rong Shen. Together, they face challenges and battles at Wudang. Zhang Junbao learns martial arts and tai chi, while Shen Rong uses her intelligence to help the emperor. Tragedy strikes when Shen Rong is presumed dead after a battle, but is actually rescued and pregnant. Zhang Junbao eventually lets go of his anger and retires to Wudang, away from the political strife.

During his past existence, Jiang Feng endured disgrace and dedicated himself to reaching the highest position in the immortal realm

While filming a theatrical production centered around a famous sword known as Si Yun, an actor, an actress, and a film financier find themselves transported into the world of the play. In this alternate reality, the actor Zhou Lou Chen and the actress Xu Yi Nuo, who typically have a strained relationship, take on the roles of the legendary Sword Saint and his spouse. To return to their own world, the pair must compete against other skilled martial artists to obtain Si Yun. However, they soon discover hidden agendas and forces working against them, forcing them to rely on each other for success. The unexpected appearance of the film financier Song Ning Yan as a rival competitor further complicates the situation.