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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.

Based on Shi Yu Kun's novel "Qi Xia Wu Yi," this information has been extracted.

During the mid-17th century, the Manchus seized control of the lands once ruled by the Ming Empire, leading to the establishment of the Qing Empire. Concerned about potential resistance from the wulin, or martial artists' community, the Qing government implemented a ban on martial arts practice and weapon possession among the general population. This information was derived from Liang Yu Sheng's novel series, Qi Jian Xia Tian Shan .

Yun Chi Lo encountered Mang Yun Chiu when Mang sought assistance. Initially cautious of Mang, Yun eventually developed feelings for him, and their love was mutual. After Mang left to return to his master, Yun couldn't forget him and set out to find him. During her journey, she was poisoned by a malicious man, requiring her to sleep with someone of the opposite sex to cure it. Despite the man's attempt to assault her, Mang arrived in time to intervene. Together, they slept together to remove the poison. Promising to return for Yun, Mang convinced her to return home. However, rumors circulated that Mang had passed away, leaving Yun, carrying his child, heartbroken. To provide her baby with a father figure, Yun married Yeung Mo. Unbeknownst to her, Mang was alive and returned to find Yun already wed.

The upcoming project will draw inspiration from the initial book in the Lu Xiao Feng series, titled The Realm of the Gilded Avian .

Li Huai, despite being the grandson of the famous Li Xun Huan from the Xiao Li Fei Dao lineage, is considered illegitimate and has led a nomadic life from a young age. Upon returning to his hometown years later with a treasure left by his mother, he is wrongly accused of theft by an official and falls into a trap set by the guard leader, Han Jun. During this challenging period, he is repeatedly rescued by a mysterious woman named Xue Cai Ye, leading to the deepening of their emotional connection. Taken from the book series "Little Li Flying Dagger" by Gu Long.

"Nishui Han" chronicles the journey of Qi Shao Shang as he seeks to uncover the mystery surrounding his sword, Nishui Han. Serving as the primary antagonist is Gu Xi Zhao, who is determined to thwart Qi Shao Shang's quest for answers. Throughout their conflicts and challenges, the characters contemplate the significance of loyalty, justice, love, and life. The novel delves into the complexities of human emotions and the characters' search for the true meaning of life. Based on the book penned by Wen Rui An.

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.

Based on the book Sword Stained with Royal Blood written by Louis Cha.

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).

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.

Story of a decades-long conflict between the Da Qi Men Pai and the Wu Fu Men Pai. The violence has been ongoing for such a long time that even the leaders are unsure of the origins of the animosity. In a new era of the Da Qi Sect, two courageous individuals, Tie Zhong Tang and Yun Cheng, emerge. The narrative chronicles their journeys as they uncover more about the factions involved in the feud and strive to bring an end to the bloodshed.

This dark martial arts series follows the story of two swordsmen, Sze Ma and Cheuk, whose friendship transforms into animosity as they vie for the position of martial arts world leader. After Sze Ma is assassinated, his follower Ko and his weapon, the Tearful Sword, must confront Cheuk, who has plotted to eliminate Ko with his own sinister plan. (yesasia.com)

The plot centers on the escapades of the main character Di Yun, a regular peasant who is falsely accused and locked up. Seeking retribution, he stumbles upon the Liancheng Swordplay manual, a valuable ancient document known for its martial arts techniques and a hidden map to a fortune. Inspired by Jing Yong's novel.

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.

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

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)

In the novel "Conquer The World," Lu Xiao Feng finds himself in the Villa of Souls where he becomes engaged to Han Ling. Despite being captivated by her, Lu Xiao Feng must balance his duty of safeguarding a powerful Saber from falling into the wrong hands. As Han Ling is revealed to be the mastermind behind a vengeful scheme, will Lu Xiao Feng be able to separate himself from her? In "The Demon Swordsman," Ximen Chui Xue befriends a mysterious swordsman named Duan Yi, who shares his love for swordplay. Their bond as sworn brothers causes concern for Ximen's pregnant wife, Xiu Jing, who suspects Duan's intentions and enlists the help of Sikong Zhai Xin to investigate. This decision leads to tragic consequences for Xiu Jing and Sikong. As cold-blooded murders occur, will Lu Xiao Feng arrive in time to assist his friends? What secrets lie in Duan's past and his connection to the chaos? Lastly, in "The Ninth Heaven Phoenix Dance," Lu Xiao Feng encounters Yue Yang and Sha Man, becoming intrigued by Sha Man's tragic background. After accompanying them to an island, Lu Xiao Feng is wrongly accused of theft and murder by the Prince of Tai Ping. As he works to clear his name, he uncovers a hidden story involving the true Prince of Tai Ping.

The Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre is set in 14th Century China under the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty, a century following the events of Return of the Condor Heroes. In the midst of struggles, famine, and resentment blamed on the Yuan Dynasty's poor governance, the Martial Arts sects initiated a rebellion. Seeking a solution, Prince Ruyang seeks advice from Cheng Kun, a Shaolin monk with hidden motives. According to a well-known legend in the Martial Arts world, "The one who possesses the Heavenly Sword and/or Dragon Sabre will rule the world." This legend sets the stage for the story of Zhang Wuji, starting with his parents' meeting, following his challenges as a young person, depicting his ascension to fame, uncovering the mystery behind the Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre, and concluding with the intertwining of Wuji's romantic life, the ongoing feuds among the Martial Arts sects, and destiny.

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.

Based on the book "Tian Long Ba Bu" by Jin Yong, this adaptation...

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.

The narrative follows Huo Xiao Xie, a market orphan thrust into a tumultuous world. To safeguard those dear to him during crises, he faced death multiple times and battled against malevolent forces. Ultimately, he became a legendary figure of resilience and righteousness within the market community. Set in the early Republic of China era marked by warlord domination and widespread turmoil, the quest for the mystical jade beads, pursued by countless individuals, unfolded in the rivers and lakes. Rumors swirled about the sealed clues pointing to the "five elements holy kings" emblematic of the throne. Encircling the jade beads and the "Holy King Ding," revolutionaries and progressive students initiated a mission to safeguard the national treasures. The Central Plains martial arts, led by the Five Elements clan, rallied against Zhang Si Ye and Zhang Si Ye, proponents of restoration and regression. Amidst the Japanese Black Dragon Association's theft of China's national treasure, Huo Xiao Xie found himself inadvertently embroiled in the conflict, steadfastly protecting the national heritage through a series of trials, risks, and perils. Employing his compassion, integrity, wit, and vigilance, he surmounted obstacles and united the Five Elements clan, transforming them into a formidable ally in the revolutionary cause to expel foreign invaders and reclaim China's sovereignty.

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)

During the fourth year of the Tian Qi Emperor's rule in Ming Dynasty China, the people of Guang Yuan are struggling with crop failures and famine. Zhuo Ji Xian, a Ministry of Revenue official, is sent by the crown prince to provide aid to the affected area. While traveling through the Jade Dragon Mountains, Zhuo Ji Xian and his companions, along with the supplies, are captured by Lian Ni Chang, a female vigilante. Zhuo Ji Xian's son, Zhuo Yi Hang, a top disciple of Wu Dang, steps in to rescue his father, getting entangled in the power struggle between the crown prince, the infamous eunuch Wei Zhong Xian, and Lian Ni Chang. Despite a rocky start, Zhuo Yi Hang and Lian Ni Chang develop feelings for each other and fall in love. However, misunderstandings arise, leading to a rift in their relationship and causing Lian Ni Chang's hair to turn white overnight due to her belief that Zhuo Yi Hang has betrayed her. In order to restore Lian Ni Chang's beauty and be reunited with his beloved, Zhuo Yi Hang embarks on a journey to Mount Heaven in search of a rare flower that blooms only once every 60 years.

Shi Qing and his wife are parents to two sons. Unfortunately, their younger son, Shi Zhong Jian, was tragically killed by a woman who had an unhealthy obsession with Shi Qing. As a result, their eldest son, Shi Zhong Yu, was pampered and spoiled by his mother. In an attempt to toughen him up, Shi Qing decides to send his son away to LinYun City for training. Three years later, rumors spread in the martial arts world that the black iron tablets have reappeared, promising to grant a wish to whoever possesses them. The story takes a turn when a beggar enters the scene and forms an unlikely friendship with Shi Zhong Yu.

In the era of the Northern Song Dynasty, Zhao Zhan, a skilled swordsman, rescues Justice Bao Zhen from danger and is later honored for his courageous act. However, an ambitious and power-hungry minister named Ji Pang manipulates Zhan's name to incite the legendary swordsmen group known as the Five Mice of Xian Kong Island. Led by Bai Yu Tang, the Five Mice journey to the capital to find Zhan and seek vengeance. Upon learning about the corrupt actions of Ji Pang and his son, the swordsmen decide to confront them in Chen Zhou first. With Justice Bao imprisoned due to false accusations by his adversaries, Zhan must defend the Song Dynasty alone. To safeguard the court against their common foes, Zhan seeks the assistance of the Five Mice. However, the extent of Yu Tang's willingness to help is uncertain as he becomes involved in a complicated love triangle with Zhan and Ding Yue Hua, a skilled swordswoman surpassing her male counterparts.

During the decline of the Northern Song Dynasty, widespread corruption plagued the government. In response to this oppression, a group of one hundred and eight individuals rose up in rebellion against the authorities. Their final stand was made at a location known as Liangshan. Taken from Shi Nai An's book "Water Margin."

During the Tang dynasty, Emperor Li Shi Min has been troubled by a recurring dream where he is pursued through a forest and surrounded by adversaries. Fortunately, in each instance, he is rescued by a brave, talented, and loyal fighter. Viewing this as a sign, the emperor is resolute in uncovering the identity of this enigmatic savior.

Taking place during the Ming dynasty, the narrative follows a skilled fighter from the martial arts community and a law enforcement officer serving the imperial court. They collaborate to probe into the homicide of the Yan family. Based on the book authored by Xiao Yi.

In human form, a prosperous fox family has nine daughters, with their father being a renowned king in their realm. One day, the father arranges for his youngest daughter to be married. This daughter, who adores exploring the human world, decides to enter into a fake marriage contract with a human in order to avoid the arranged marriage. However, she keeps her true identity a secret, resulting in a series of amusing and chaotic events in their lives.

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.

Derived from the book "Lu Xiao Feng" written by Gu Long.

A meeting of skilled fighters creates a vibrant martial arts community. A fresh custom revitalizes the world of martial arts. (wiki.d-addicts.com) Inspired by the novel series "The Condor Trilogy" by Jin Yong.

Twenty years ago, the Tong family was falsely accused of treason and sentenced to death. Tong Bik managed to escape with her life, but tragically lost her infant son in the process. Her husband, Ling Fung, was saved from death by a eunuch named Cheung Sing and forced to serve him as a captain of the guards. Ling agreed to serve the eunuch in order to seek revenge on the Szema family, who he believed were responsible for the downfall of the Tong family. Wearing a mask to conceal his identity as a death row convict, Ling remained in the capital to carry out his plan. After Tong Bik's second husband passes away, she decides to seek revenge on the Szema family by setting up a weapons foundry in the capital to compete with them for business. To showcase the foundry's skills, she creates a special sword for a competition and enlists a young man named Mang Lui, who has a disabled mother, to be the swordsman. Unbeknownst to them, a tragic event looms on the horizon as Mang Lui falls in love with Tong Bik's daughter, Wong Yee. Meanwhile, Tsun Wai, the daughter of a renowned doctor, arrives to help heal Mang Lui's mother and also finds herself drawn to him.

The narrative begins with the Bixie Swordplay Manual, a highly sought-after martial arts guide. This manual has been treasured by the Lin family, who operates the Fuwei Escort Agency in Fuzhou. Yu Cang Hai, the leader of the Qingcheng Sect, orchestrates an attack on the Lins in an attempt to acquire the manual, but it is not found. Lin Ping Zhi, the only surviving member of the Lin family, is saved by Yue Bu Qun, the leader of the Mount Hua Sect, which is part of the Five Mountains Sword Sects Alliance. Yue Bu Qun takes Lin Ping Zhi under his wing as a student, teaching him the ways of swordplay.

Based on the book "Lu Xiao Feng Xi Lie" by the author Gu Long.

Chu Liu Xiang possesses exceptional martial arts abilities and takes from the wealthy to assist the less fortunate. Inspired by Gu Long's book series "Chu Liu Xiang."

Born from a stone and nourished by the Five Elements, a monkey learns the ways of the Tao, mastering 72 transformations, combat skills, and secrets of immortality. Through cunning and strength, he becomes known as Qitian Dasheng, or the Great Sage Equal to Heaven. His powers eventually rival those of all Eastern deities, leading to a rebellion against Heaven and a post in the celestial bureaucracy. However, his arrogance leads to his downfall when he is trapped under a mountain by the Buddha for five hundred years. Disheartened by the corruption in the South, the Buddha sends the bodhisattva Guanyin to find someone in Tang China to bring Buddhist sutras back to the East. Guanyin chooses Chen Xuan Zang, who is granted the name San Zang by Emperor Taizong. San Zang rescues Sun Wu Kong from the mountain, and they are joined by Bai Long, Zhu Ba Jie (also known as Greedy Pig), and Sha Wu Jing as apprentices on their journey to the west in search of the Buddhist sutras.