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Heroes

In the Ming dynasty, a homicide in the capital exposes a surprising plot. The narrative follows Shen Li Xing, the head of Liu Shan Men (Department Six), as he unravels cases, seeks vengeance, and quashes rebellious factions.

During the Ming Dynasty in China, Emperor Zheng De, a young ruler, seeks thrills to combat his boredom. His uncle, Prince of Ning, takes advantage of his carefree nature by plotting a rebellion against him. To monitor the situation, Imperial Guards Commander General Yu Hao Cheng dispatches undercover agents to gather intelligence on the prince. Unfortunately, the agents are discovered and killed. Now, Yu Tian, the General's stepson and a skilled swordsman, must step in to save the kingdom. Disguised as Murong Zhen, he infiltrates Ning Wang's domain, only to face an unexpected obstacle - falling in love with the Prince's daughter, Xiao Ying.

With Liu Bowen's remarkable gift for foreseeing the future, Zhu Yuan Zhang successfully overthrows the Mongol Yuan dynasty and establishes the Ming Empire. Princess Nan Feng of the Yuan dynasty, who was blinded after a failed assassination attempt on Emperor Yuan Zhang, seeks refuge in the store of Liu Bowen's close friend, A Tian. There, she forms a bond with Bowen and his apprentice, A Xiu. Upon learning Nan Feng's true identity, Bowen takes her under his wing in an effort to restore her sight and prevent any further attacks on the Emperor, hoping to mend the strained relationship between the Ming and Yuan. However, Ming official Hu Wei Yong, driven by personal ambition, persuades Emperor Yuan Zhang to eliminate Nan Feng. Thus begins a battle of wits between Liu Bowen and Hu Wei Yong that will determine the future of the Ming Empire.

The show depicts the conflict between the Qing Dynasty and its Manchu emperor Chen Long, and a Han-led group known as 'The Red Flower Society' that aims to restore power to the Han Chinese. Interestingly, it is revealed that the leader of the society is, in fact, the Emperor's brother, a fact unknown to many.

The tale chronicles the events of the 20th century, depicting the struggles of the people amidst natural disasters and ongoing chaos. Hidden motives emerge, taking advantage of the turmoil for nefarious purposes. Small Lang Yang Yi, possessing the spirit of a dragon, becomes entangled in a treacherous battle in Shanghai due to a plague incident, where he encounters the Mayor Mo Xiaoyu and falls in love. Unbeknownst to many, Yang Yi also harbors a dark side, driven by a delusional quest for "longevity" that leads him to spread the plague artificially, profit from medicinal herb production, and orchestrate political assassinations and wars. His ultimate goal is to unleash the "six scourges" through blood sacrifices in order to ensure his own survival.

The defiant Crimson Blossom Alliance, headed by the captivating Chan Gar Lok, endeavors to eliminate Emperor Qian Lung of the Ching Dynasty. Despite preparations by Chan and his comrades to fulfill their mission, an unexpected revelation results in a intense confrontation, leading to Chan's banishment to the western border where he meets the renowned Princess Fragrance. Collaborating with the nomads, Chan orchestrates a bold comeback to the imperial city and devises a daring scheme to finally seize control of Qian Lung.

A romantic tale unfolds in ancient China during the Qing Dynasty. The general's daughter crosses paths with a bandit from the desert, while the bodyguard's daughter encounters a future Daoist. Amidst the love stories, a larger scheme is in motion involving a discontented prince plotting to overthrow the current Emperor. He seeks assistance from a remarkable sword belonging to the renowned Wu Dang clan, capable of slicing through metal effortlessly, and a formidable set of martial arts techniques. This narrative is based on the novel "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" by Wang Du Lu, with two versions available: 20 episodes lasting 48 minutes (China) and 34 episodes lasting 65 minutes (Taiwan).

When Bai Yu Tang, known as the "Golden Rat", defeated the notorious bandit Hua Die in Songlin Town, he crossed paths with Fang Su Xin. Fang Su Xin had just avenged her family by assassinating her groom at their wedding and was fleeing from the Lord's soldiers. Bai Yu Tang gave her a special token called the "White Jade Mouse" and advised her to seek safety at Luhua Pond. Unfortunately, Bai Yu Tang fell victim to an attack of poisonous smoke while trying to rescue Fang Su Xin and her brother Xiao Ru. Thankfully, he was assisted by the honorable Zhan Zhao. Lord Bao presided over the case, stripping the young lord of his title and confining him to the Anguo Marquis's estate. However, the young lord, still resentful, instigated his henchmen to eliminate Fang Su Xin. In order to save her, Bai Yu Tang had to confront the young lord. Bai Yu Tang endeavored to make amends by aiding others. As a series of brutal murders targeting women, including Princess Zhao, unfolded, clues falsely pointed to Bai Yu Tang as the culprit, enraging Emperor Ren Zong. Despite the accusations, Lord Bao and Zhan Zhao trusted Bai Yu Tang's character and sent Zhan Zhao to uncover the truth and vindicate him. Bai Yu Tang had also been investigating the case but was severely injured by the true culprit. Will Lord Bao and Zhan Zhao succeed in proving Bai Yu Tang's innocence? Who is the mastermind behind the crimes? Will they bring the perpetrator to justice in the end?

Brought up by the faithful servant of his father, Hu Fei, a skilled swordsman, was raised with the determination to seek revenge for his parents' demise. Yet, as he approached his father's adversary, he uncovered the complexity surrounding his parents' tragic fate. (DramaWiki)

A retelling of Chu Liu Xiang's escapades from The New Legend of Chu Liu Xiang book series where the main character relies on his cleverness and intellect to defeat formidable foes and unravel different enigmas alongside a diverse group of allies.

Wong Fei Hung, a renowned figure of his era, is both a skilled martial artist and a revered hero. As a doctor at Po Chi Lam, a clinic in Canton, he has rescued numerous individuals, yet he is compelled to utilize his combat skills to protect the community.

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 the transition from the late Qing Dynasty to the Republican era, a courageous woman rises above challenges to become a savior during tumultuous times. Yan Yang Chun faced the tragedy of losing her family at a young age, leaving her with the responsibility of seeking justice for her loved ones. Along her journey in the martial arts world, she encounters three individuals who each develop unique bonds with her. Yan Yang Chun also takes in five children - YanZhao, Yan Zhen, Yan Jun, Yan Hong, and Zhang Shan. Despite the turmoil, she showcases remarkable abilities as she upholds her principles to assist those in distress. Simultaneously, she confronts her two main adversaries using her intelligence and determination.

The narrative centers around Bao Zheng, a Song dynasty bureaucrat, who unravels enigmatic cases alongside courageous Zhan Zhao and clever Gongsun Ce.

Rumors have it that there are twelve missing soldiers who, if found, can bring order to the world. Jin Yiwei's Qian Bin Yuan Bin was tasked with locating these soldiers, but instead found himself entangled with Ji Menda, causing trouble. Luckily, Yuan Bin's childhood friend from the Golden Knife Gate came to his rescue just in time. To prevent Ji Menda from obtaining the soldier symbols and posing a threat to the country, Yuan Bin decided to find them first. As they searched for the soldiers and the truth, Ji Menda relentlessly pursued them, putting Yuan Bin in danger multiple times. Despite the challenges, their childhood bond grew stronger, but their happiness was short-lived as Yuan Bin's father suddenly demanded his death. How will they overcome these obstacles and emerge victorious against Ji Menda's Guardian Runes? The path ahead is still fraught with difficulties and unknown dangers.

In the era of the Northern Song Dynasty, there were four renowned guards known for their exceptional martial arts prowess and talent in unraveling complex mysteries. (DramaWiki)

Includes five sections: 1. "Defeating the Dragon Robe" 2. "The Horse Named 'White Dragon'" 3. "Stealing from the Detective" 4. "Golden Dream" 5. "The Execution of Chen Shimei Case"

The setting of the story is in the early years of the Minguo period, shortly after 1912. Jun Qi Luo, who comes from the affluent and prominent Jun family of Ji Shi Villa, has always lived a life of privilege. She was raised alongside Shen Si Ru, an orphan taken in by the Jun family. Despite appearing meek and compliant, Si Ru harbors a deep-seated jealousy towards Qi Luo. Both girls develop feelings for the same man, Mu Sheng, who only reciprocates Qi Luo's love. Qi Luo and Mu Sheng decide to part ways temporarily so that Mu Sheng can pursue his aspirations, with plans to reunite and marry once he has achieved success. During Mu Sheng's absence, Si Ru schemes and sets off a series of events that alters the course of everyone's lives. There are two options to watch the series: either 20 episodes lasting 70 minutes each or 30 episodes lasting 45 minutes each.

In the Shaoxing era of the Southern Song Dynasty, most countries were facing instability both internally and externally. Despite this, the Nan An state stood out as an exception under the leadership of Du Bao. In gratitude, the people presented him with a seven-colored peony as a symbol of their appreciation. This gesture symbolized the sudden blooming of flowers to bless the beloved couple in this legendary tale.

Extremely Urgent is set in the aftermath of the downfall of the Qing Dynasty in 1911. With the weak warlord government in power, thieves are targeting the nation's treasures, many of which are now in the hands of the public. He Cai is determined to safeguard a valuable treasure map that could lead to the 64 volumes of the Yongle Encyclopedia. To do this, he establishes a group called Dancing Sand to protect the treasures. Unexpectedly, he crosses paths with Chen Mo, a Chinese boxing expert who was raised in America and has returned to Shanghai in search of a valuable artifact. Chen Mo lost her biological father at a young age and was taken in by an American named Henry, who trained her in the art of treasure hunting. Despite starting off on opposing sides, He Cai and Chen Mo find themselves drawn to each other and eventually fall in love.

During the transition from the Yuan Dynasty to the Ming Dynasty, Shui Hong Shao suffered a disfiguring attack by Wulin Qi Xiu which also resulted in the loss of her martial arts skills. Fast forward sixteen years, she has taken on 19th Sister Gan as her protege and trained her to become a skilled martial artist who is both beautiful and powerful. Together, they seek vengeance by eliminating the sects under Wulin Qi Xiu in order to create chaos in the martial arts world. Yin Ping Jian manages to escape, but after several encounters with 19th Sister Gan, he realizes she is the person he has been searching for.

Taking place during the Eastern Jin dynasty, the tale follows the escapades of Huang Chu Ming prior to achieving immortality and gaining fame as Wong Tai Sin. (Wikipedia) Derived from the book "Biographies of Immortals" by Ge Hong.

1. The Puzzle Unveiled 2. Trapped in Deception 3. The Mysterious Figure 4. The Enigma of Ju Zhong 5. Unforeseen Consequences 6. Uncovering the Truth 7. The Perpetrator at Large 8. The Case of Nie Yuan 9. Pushed to the Limit 10. Haunted by Inner Demons

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.

The cunning leader of the Manchurian constable is plotting to thwart any uprising by martial artists against the Qing government. Kam, a rogue with exceptional martial arts skills in secret, is the only one aware of the constable's scheme. He joins forces with fellow fighters and pledges to topple the Manchurians. (ovguide.com)

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.

Sun Wu Kong, a mischievous character born from a magical stone, was imprisoned beneath a mountain for five hundred years as punishment for his actions in the heavens. Eventually, Guanyin informed Monkey that a monk named Tang San Zang would release him and they would embark on a pilgrimage from China to India. True to her words, the following day Tripitaka arrived and freed Monkey, leading to their journey to the west. Along the way, they were joined by two companions, Zhu Ba Jie and Sha Wu Jing, as they encountered various dangers, evil beings, and sorcerers, all while learning to cooperate and work together.

Seventeen years ago, a horrifying incident unfolded where an entire family was brutally murdered. The mastermind behind this heinous act was the notorious General Ling Luo Shi. Now, after seventeen years, Zhuge Shen Hou and his four talented disciples are determined to apprehend this villain and seek justice.

A Chinese TV show combines elements of wuxia and mystery genres, following the adventures of Bai Yutang, known as "Sleek Rat," a skilled warrior in the Song dynasty of the 11th century. The series is based on the novel "The New Legend of Bai Yutang" by author Tan Ge.

During the early years of the Republic of China, a conflict arose between the leaders of Nanquan, Qiu Zhen Rong, and Du Duo Hao from the North, over control of Taiwan. Qiu Zhen Rong, at the age of 10, witnessed the death of Du Ying Hao, who was revered as a hero for his martial arts skills. Despite Du Ying Hao's kindness, a dispute over Qiu Zhen Rong's fate led to him leaving with Du Ying Hao's wife for Shanghai. Nearly two decades later, Nie Yun (partner of Chou Jun) sought out Du Ying Hao, leading to the discovery that the culprit behind Qiu Zhen Rong's death was Lu San Xiong. Qiu Jun, with the help of Du Ying Hao, confronted Lu San Xiong and Japanese leader Miyamoto Ichiro, who were involved in nefarious activities. Following the September 18th Incident, Du Ying Hao, Qiu Jun, Qiu Zhen, and others joined forces to combat Lu San Xiong and resist the Japanese invasion of China.

Raised by the deceptive Fire Dragon deities, a youthful dragon grapples with conflicting urges of righteousness and malevolence. He embarks on a quest to uncover the coveted Buddha's Palm, a treasure reserved for the skilled in martial arts. The film had a regional debut in 2002 before its official release in 2004.

Liang, the eldest son of Zan who is the master of Yong Chun Quan, is known for his rebellious nature. However, a rift between father and son occurs when Zan decides not to pass on his martial arts knowledge to Liang due to his perceived arrogance and lack of maturity. In the meantime, Liang must hone his skills in Yong Chun in order to defeat his rival Ko, a cruel individual who also has romantic intentions towards Liang's partner. The only way to resolve the conflict between Ko and Liang is through a decisive duel.

Hu Ding Xin, Huang Zhi Wen, Huang Zong Ze, Wu Zhuo Xii, and Wang Hao Xin were childhood friends who resided in the same apartment building. Unfortunately, due to the collapse of the building, they were separated and reunited over a decade later. (myasianartist)

Describes the unusual tale of the prince and the Sacred Blade landing in Shuangqi Town

The play showcases the impact of Wu Cheng En's personal life, hobbies, social circle, and family on his creation of one of the Four Great Classical Novels in Chinese literature.

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

In his quest to uncover his true identity, Shen Yao ventures into the Secret Twelve Palaces where he unravels the secrets hidden within while facing off against twelve clandestine groups. Seeking to clear his father's name and that of the Twelve Palaces, Shen Yao covertly probes the Criminal Department for the truth. Along the way, Shen Yao crosses paths with female enforcer Wan Yun Ling, and together they unveil the truth and develop a romantic relationship. Ultimately, Shen Yao and his comrades expose the schemes of Lin Jing Hai. (C-Drama Love)

Yue Fei's second son, Yue Lei, had a rebellious and skeptical nature. Following the deaths of his father and brother, Yue Lei embarked on a path of seeking revenge on his own. Despite unsuccessful attempts to assassinate Qin Hui, he was nearly killed multiple times. With assistance from Wu Chi Prince and Zhongliang Yishi, Yue Lei tirelessly searched for evidence of Qin Hui's treachery. He roamed the imperial city, witnessing the hardships of the people, which transformed him. However, during the Southern Song Dynasty, conflicts among high-ranking officials and complex relationships between the monarch and ministers were prevalent. Ultimately, Yue Lei succeeded his father as the nation's protector.

Even though he may seem intimidating, Gou Ling Feng is actually a compassionate individual with aspirations of becoming a hero. Through a stroke of luck, he acquires skills in demonic martial arts and encounters discrimination, but with the help of Ma Ying Dan and Zhuge Heng, he embarks on a mission to unravel mysteries. Through his experiences, he discovers that genuine heroism goes beyond stereotypes and remains committed to his goal of becoming the hero he envisions.