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"Jun Ying Zhi Ma Guan" narrates the tale of contemporary armed forces

The plot revolves around a pair of identical twins who are separated at birth, with one growing up in a rural setting while the other is brought up in the household of a prominent military figure

In the town at the junction of the northern provinces of Jinchaji, a newlywed woman named Yun Ding Jiabao faced the tragic loss of her husband during the war with the Japanese. Overcoming her grief, Yun Ding Jiabao displayed remarkable perseverance and wisdom, leading the village women in a determined resistance against the Japanese invaders to protect their homeland. Initially, the women's group, led by Yun Ding Jiabao, relied on their martial arts skills to evade the enemy and escape persecution, gradually moving to a safer location. The unwavering courage and fearless spirit of Yun Ding Jiabao and her companions deeply impressed Sheng Liang, a soldier of the Eighth Route Army who was stationed nearby by the Communist Party to provide protection and supplies. Under Sheng Liang's guidance, the women's group grew stronger in their fight against the Japanese, while also mobilizing the local community to carry out secret missions that dealt significant blows to the enemy forces.

The narrative follows over 180 girls, such as Zhuang Zhuang and Li Xiao Man, who enrolled in the military academy in 1925. They took part in the efforts to reclaim the British Concession in Hankou and the Western Expedition against the rebellion.

In an attempt to overthrow the government led by Yuen Sai Hoi, Military Governor Choi Ngok has been secretly planning an uprising in Yunnan. To avoid detection, Ngok pretends to be romantically involved with the famous courtesan Cheung Feng Wan, also known as Siu Fung Sin. Yuen Sai Hoi, suspicious of Ngok's intentions, assigns his Chief of Staff Mok Yik Tin to spy on him. To pressure Ngok into loyalty, Yuen Sai Hoi even sends Ngok's wife Pak Sz Ting to Beijing. Unaware of Wan's true feelings for him, Ngok continues his affair with her as a cover for his revolutionary activities. Despite Wan's deep love for Ngok, he remains distant and indifferent towards her.

The leader of a specific clan, known as Kuwayama or Kaigeemon, successfully defeated his political rival Sadayori Sugiyama to seize control of the clan government. A message confirming this victory was received from Jojo in Nose City. It is worth noting that Nose and Sugiyama were former classmates at Katakai Dojo and had been friends. Reflecting on the journey from their youth to the present, it became clear that Nose had always desired to engage in battle.

Describes the inspiring journey of a dedicated doctor from another country who navigated through different powerful factions during a turbulent period of war, ultimately deciding to work as a military doctor fighting against the Japanese in order to save lives and treat the injured

During the "September 18th" Incident, the Kuomintang forces withdrew from North China as senior officer Jin Ge tragically passed away. Upon his return to Dong'an City, Jin Ge sought to retrieve his mother and newlywed wife Liu Wenting. However, they were met with Japanese occupation, leading to Liu Wenting's tragic death by suicide and Jin Ge's subsequent arrest. Our party's underground workers successfully rescued Jin Ge with the hope of utilizing his military expertise in the fight against the Eighth Route Army. Despite initial doubts about the Eighth Route Army's combat capabilities, Jin Ge opted to remain near Dong'an City to confront the enemy forces alone. Following a chance encounter with Dai Jinhua, the leader of the enemy's anti-Japanese guerrillas, Jin Ge joined forces with them to combat the Japanese invaders. Their collaboration evolved from initial mistrust to fighting side by side, with Jin Ge recognizing the true anti-Japanese spirit embodied by Dai Jinhua. Together, they operated as a formidable anti-Japanese resistance force behind enemy lines, significantly impeding the Japanese military efforts. As the Japanese forces retreated from various battlefields in 1945, Kamei devised the ruthless "Dead Sea" plan for Dong'an City, threatening the lives of its inhabitants. Jin Ge and Jinhua led a covert mission into the city, successfully thwarting the implementation of the plan and heralding the beginning of the end for the Japanese occupation.

Available in two editions: 36 episodes (television) and 30 episodes (television).

The film narrates the journey of General Liu Tong Luo of Hong An, as he guides his comrades to join the Red Army of the Workers & Peasants, aiding them in their growth and ascent to revolutionary positions.

The narrative follows Qianqing Bellerui, a graduate of the Japanese Army Military Academy following the "July 7th Incident

The play narrates the tale of the Ma siblings, who bravely resisted the formidable Japanese invaders without submitting as slaves. They courageously rallied the students of Shandong Changshan Middle School and the nearby residents to rebel against the Japanese forces, engaging in a fierce battle until meeting their heroic end.

Han Peng, the leader of "Brigade Leopard", has a unique approach to combat. He is known for constantly changing his tactics. When facing a formidable adversary, he may opt for a more aggressive fighting style, while against a weaker opponent, he might employ more subtle strategies. To effectively target the Reds and identify their vulnerabilities, the Blues frequently launch surprise attacks. (iQIYI)

Wu Qian Li, a military leader, has come back to his native village after his older brother passed away in the Huaihai Battle. Meanwhile, his younger brother, Wu Wan Li, causes problems in their small fishing community. Qian Li resolves to guide his sibling towards a military career, and they both head back to camp just as the army prepares to join the historic War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea.

Yoshimune Tokugawa serves as the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate and faces ongoing issues with troublemakers in Megumi, his city. Disguised as Tokuda Shinnosuke, he moves around the city to gather information firsthand with the help of his allies, including oniwaban (ninjas) and the captain of the Megumi fire company. Yoshimune uses the fire company as his headquarters while he is away from Himeji Castle. Although the captain and oniwaban are aware of his true identity, the rest of the city remains oblivious to his role as the Shogun. After solving crimes, Yoshimune confronts the culprits, who often attempt to attack him with samurai swords, unaware of his true identity. Yoshimune typically uses the blunt side of his sword to subdue them, reserving the sharp edge for only the most severe cases.

Tokugawa Yoshimune, the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate, faces ongoing challenges with troublemakers in his city of Megumi. Disguised as Tokuda Shinnosuke, a regular resident of Megumi, Yoshimune, also known as Shin-san, gathers information by blending in with the population. With the assistance of oniwaban (ninjas) and the captain of the Megumi fire company, Yoshimune operates from the fire company headquarters while away from Himeji Castle. Only a select few individuals, including the captain and oniwaban, are aware of Yoshimune's true identity. When Yoshimune solves crimes, he reveals himself to the perpetrators, who often attempt to attack him with samurai swords. However, Yoshimune typically uses the blunt side of his sword to subdue them without causing serious harm. He only resorts to using the sharp side in rare cases when dealing with particularly vicious adversaries.

Tange Tenzen becomes a vassal to the shogun and excels in the art of single long sword combat. After sacrificing his arm to defend his wife's honor, Nagao Chiharu, and losing his family in the process, Tenzen becomes a wandering samurai. He is rescued by Horibe Yasube, who later becomes a vassal of the Ako domain. Meanwhile, Tenzen becomes a bodyguard for Kira Kozukenosuke and finds himself in a showdown with the Ako samurai as a one-armed swordsman.

During the Genroku Period in Edo, Kiyo is a maid serving the Asano family. Despite their difference in social status, she falls in love with Isogai Jurozaiemon, a samurai from the Ako domain. When Asano Naganori attacks Kira Yoshinaka at Edo Castle, Kiyo's fate changes as she becomes the 48th loyal vassal. Unable to join the raid with Jurozaemon and the other 47 Ako samurai, Kiyo starts a new chapter in her life after the successful attack on Kira's residence. She aligns herself with a family poised to take power and eventually gains entry into the inner palace of Edo Castle in order to restore the Asano family.

The princess of the realm flees to escape an arranged marriage. Simultaneously, the groom also makes his escape.

In 1946, the Kuomintang dispatched a covert security squad to accompany war criminal Shi Yano from Japan to Nanjing. (DramaWiki)

Gu Han Sen, a prominent figure in Shanghai, took in two sons during the early years of the Republic of China - Liao Si Cheng and Fang Tian Yi. The two adopted sons, along with Gu Han Sen's daughter Ting Gu, grew up together like true siblings. Fang Tian Yi, a kind and honest young man, valued their sibling bond above all else. Despite his unrequited love for Ting Gu, he kept his feelings hidden after learning of her feelings for Liao Si Cheng. The trio bravely fought against the Japanese invasion and played a crucial role in the War of Liberation. Gu Han Sen, aware of his daughter's feelings for Liao Si Cheng, attempted to arrange their marriage, but Liao Si Cheng prioritized his duties over personal matters. He joined the BIS, with Ting Gu and Fang Tian Yi following suit. Years later, they were unknowingly involved in a conspiracy while intercepting Qing treasures as part of a team led by Liao Si Cheng.

A sudden blockade forces militia captain Li Chi Shui to take charge on the front line. He employs tactical strategies to build and train his brigade, which eventually grows stronger. The county brigade is tasked with halting an advance by over 30,000 elite Japanese troops to protect the Eighth Route Army headquarters in the rear. Facing this critical mission, Li Chi Shui requests for a regular main force to be designated. The soldiers of the county brigade march into battle with the chief's promise in mind. They fight relentlessly for days and nights, defending the Eighth Route Army's honor with their lives. After more than a month, the chief returns to the battlefield and fulfills his promise in front of the fallen soldiers' graves. He declares that the designation bestowed upon them will endure for generations, emphasizing their commitment to defending the Chinese nation against any enemy.

The setting is in the small town of Zhidian near the Chinese border, where the protagonist, a skilled internet expert named Yue Feng, gets entangled in a conflict between a drug lord named Shali and an anti-narcotics soldier named Ruan Linghao. Yue Feng unintentionally gets involved in a scheme to divide gambling winnings online, leading him to discover sensitive information that ties him to a large sum of money. To protect his father from being targeted by criminals, Yue Feng follows his father's advice and joins the army stationed at the border. Along the way, he meets a girl named Li Jia and after a series of challenges and training, Yue Feng ends up becoming a subordinate to Ruan Linghao.

"The Hunters" narrates the tale of a team of werewolf hunters under the command of the Dragon King during the 1940s, who cross paths with three courageous women entangled in a long-standing conflict

The story follows a team of marines as they go through training and battle against pirates. The marines are looking to recruit skilled individuals on a large scale. After a perilous underwater rescue mission, Jiang Xiao Yu, a brash young man from a fishing village, finds himself in a challenging situation. He is sent to undergo intense training at a facility known as beast camp. There, he meets a group of outstanding peers such as Zhang Chong, who has the ability to wrestle a crocodile with his hands, and Lu Yan, a champion swimmer. Struggling with the training, Jiang Xiao Yu persuades Lu Yan to escape with him, but they end up as field guards. Zhang Chong is also assigned to the same camp due to a fight. Sharpshooter Wuyungerile, hearing about the skilled marksmen at the camp, requests a transfer, leading to the unexpected gathering of these four individuals.

On his first day as a traffic policeman, Shen Hong Fei witnessed his mentor being attacked by criminals and left seriously injured, feeling powerless to help. This incident fueled his determination to join the special police force. During training at the SWAT camp, Shen Hong Fei was surprised to find Ling Yun, a girl he had a misunderstanding with, was also there. Ling Yun's younger brother, Zheng Zhi, who had long admired her, felt threatened by Shen Hong Fei's presence. As they competed in training, their dynamic with Ling Yun evolved. Shen Hong Fei and others successfully completed the training and formed a new team called the "Little Tiger Team". They worked together to solve a drug trafficking case and dismantle a money laundering operation. Through various missions, the Little Tiger Team grew into a formidable special police force that struck fear in terrorists.

Four different editions were launched: 76 episodes / 62 episodes (Full version) 60 episodes / 56 episodes (Internet version)

Follows the journey of the Flying Bros Team members amidst the Anti-Japanese Conflict

A young woman from a rural area decides to pursue a career in acting, starting from the bottom. She encounters a cynical and egotistical celebrity who eventually develops feelings for her. Jian Xi relocates from her small town to Beijing in search of her birth mother. Through a twist of fate, she becomes involved in the entertainment industry and must compete against other up-and-coming actresses for a shot at stardom. Along the way, she captures the heart of the conceited top actor Tang Fei with her natural charm and dedication to her craft.

This is a thrilling drama focused on high-tech counterterrorism. The plot follows four young individuals - Qin Xiao Yang, Jiang Mei, Tang Shi, and Song An Qi - as they work together to dismantle an international terrorist group and combat cybercrime.

Yoshimune Tokugawa serves as the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate. He faces ongoing issues with troublemakers causing chaos in Megumi, his city. To investigate these matters firsthand, Lord Tokugawa disguises himself as Tokuda Shinnosuke, an ordinary resident of Megumi, with the help of his trusted companions. Known as Shin-san to the locals, he collaborates with oniwaban (ninjas) and the leader of the Megumi fire brigade. Yoshimune utilizes the fire brigade headquarters as his temporary residence outside of Himeji Castle. While the fire brigade leader and oniwaban are aware of his true identity, the rest of the city remains oblivious to his status as the Shogun. Upon resolving the criminal activities, Yoshimune confronts the culprits, who often draw their samurai swords in an attempt to harm him without realizing his true identity. In most situations, Yoshimune skillfully handles the situation without causing serious harm, opting to use the blunt side of his sword. Only in extreme cases does he resort to using the sharp edge of his blade, demonstrating the severity of the circumstances.

In the era of Edo under the rule of the ninth Shogun Ieshige, Orin's father was wrongly charged with trying to kill the previous Shogun Yoshimune. Following her father's instructions, Orin becomes a member of the covert assassination squad Tegusari-nin, led by Uemura Doetsu. Within the group, Orin bravely faces numerous threats. However, she eventually discovers that Doetsu is manipulating her for his own gain.

Huang Peilin, a special weapons instructor, was assigned to lead a foreign special forces team called "Cheetah" on a unique mission on a secluded coastal island in T country.

Based on the book "The Tale of Hou Shan Ji and Hsien Chao" written by the author Wu Feng Chiu.

Sailing enthusiast Lin Tian Long leads a life of relative comfort, until his wedding day when he is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned in the depths of Prison Number 7. Believed to be deceased by the world, except for one individual, Tian Long finds solace in the company of a fellow inmate who was once a teacher to the Emperor and has been incarcerated for 16 years. Nearly two decades later, Tian Long escapes from captivity, armed with knowledge gained during his imprisonment, seeking vengeance on the three men responsible for his wrongful incarceration. This narrative is inspired by Alexandre Dumas' novel "The Count of Monte Cristo."