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The Legend And The Hero

Approximately eight legendary beings engage in battles against evil entities and work towards establishing harmony in the world. (DramaWiki)

The tale revolves around Su Da Ji and Jiang Zi Ya, renowned figures from the Shang dynasty.

When the Queen Mother of the West urges her daughter Luo to marry the uncouth immortal He Bo, Luo escapes to the human realm. There, she meets Hou Yi and they fall in love. However, another goddess named Chang Er also harbors feelings for Hou. Angered by this love triangle, the Queen Mother decides to demonstrate the superiority of immortals by causing ten suns to appear in the sky simultaneously. Chang Er and Luo Shen must now work together to save humanity and convince Hou Yi to join them in the immortal realm. This story is inspired by the legend of Chang Er, also known as the Moon Fairy.

The celestial realm was thrown into chaos by a Dragon Ball, prompting the seven daughters of the Jade Emperor and Jade Empress to descend to Earth for various reasons. The eldest fairy came down in search of her husband, Gui Xing, who she had sent away herself. The second eldest fairy was convinced by Chang E, the moon lady, to follow her heart and fell for Shangguan Zi Lan at first sight. The third eldest fairy unexpectedly fell for Wang Jin, a government official, and was hesitant to leave. The fourth eldest fairy set out to find her beloved jade marten but ended up falling for the lonely Prince of the past dynasty. The fifth eldest fairy sought the Snow Kylin kid who had descended for a promise. The sixth eldest fairy, usually timid, gathered her courage to reunite with her sisters but ended up falling for the Fire Dragon God who rebelled against the heavens. The youngest fairy continued her romantic life with her lover Dong Yong in the mortal realm.

Liao Zhai Zhi Yi, also known as Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, is a compilation of close to five hundred predominantly mystical stories that were released in the early Qing Dynasty. This show will feature a selection of six stories. (DramaWiki)

This tale revolves around a malevolent magical carp that managed to flee from Buddha and other celestial beings to the mortal realm in order to sow chaos. Cixi Taishi bravely volunteers to pursue the evil carp, receiving approval from Buddha. Thus, Cixi Taishi is reborn as the Third Princess of Miao Zhuang kingdom. Upon Miao Shan's birth, the emperor's advisor interprets it as a foreboding sign, leading to an order to cast her into the sea. Court lady Yin Ma is tasked with secretly rescuing the princess and raising her. Unaware of her true identity, Miao Shan grows up and endeavors to attain enlightenment and aid the people. Yet, she must overcome numerous challenges before she can emerge as a savior known as Guan Yin.

Based on the literary work "Feng Shen Yan Yi" written by Xu Zhong Lin and Lu Xi Xing.

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.

Taking place during the Song Dynasty, the narrative centers around 5 main characters on a quest to find the mythical star mentioned in ancient tales. This star is believed to have the power to restore harmony and stability to the tumultuous world they inhabit.

In a legendary Chinese folklore classic, a serpent lady named Bai Su Zhen aspires to become a goddess one day. The goddess Guan Yin warns her that achieving this goal will be a challenging journey, requiring her to enhance her virtue and sever all worldly ties. However, fate intervenes when Bai Su Zhen meets the scholar Xu Xian during her transformation process. Despite the warnings from a righteous sorcerer-monk named Fa Hai, the two fall in love, get married, and have a daughter together. Fa Hai is determined to capture Bai Su Zhen and revert her to her original form, believing that all demons should be eradicated. Despite the challenges faced by Xu Xian as a mortal man, his unwavering love for his wife and daughter inspires Bai Su Zhen. The question remains: Can Xu Xian overcome the odds and rescue Bai Su Zhen? Will Bai Su Zhen abandon her dream of becoming a goddess to be with her family?

In Jin Yong's final wuxia novel, fictional characters and historical figures are intertwined to narrate the tale of an unorthodox hero who rises to fame and fortune through luck and clever tactics. Wei Xiao Bao, born in a Yangzhou brothel, possesses a natural cunning, wit, and laziness. Believing he has gleaned all there is to know about heroes from teahouse patrons, Xiao Bao decides to become one himself. By chance, he assists Mao Shi Ba, a nobleman facing hardships, and persuades him to journey to Beijing. This decision marks the beginning of Xiao Bao's adventures. Upon entering the palace, Xiao Bao outwits Head Eunuch Hai and assumes the identity of Xiao Gui Zi, a young eunuch. One day, while exploring, Xiao Bao encounters Emperor Kang Xi practicing martial arts. After a friendly sparring match, an unlikely friendship blossoms between the two. Throughout the novel, Xiao Bao aids Kang Xi in thwarting power-hungry individuals, quelling rebellions, and facing various challenges, all while concealing his secret role as a mole for Tian Di Hui, an anti-Qing group.

In the Nan Su Kingdom, the dispute between Yu Qing and Yu Xiao will lead to factions forming within the court, as Mu Rong Li seizes the opportunity to further his own agenda. The quest for dominance and the scheming of court members will strain relationships among family and friends, while a king's pursuit of total control over the kingdom will cause him to disregard the familial ties that were once so important to him.

The storyline of this drama combines elements of magic and spells, bringing a fresh twist to a modern love story that is yet to unfold in the 21st century.

Romantic tales featuring the seven enchanting fairies.

The epic follows the adventures of Qiao Feng, Duan Yu, and Xu Zhu, whose individual tales eventually converge at the climax of the story. Qiao Feng is on a journey to uncover his true identity and solve the mystery of his orphanhood from 30 years ago. Duan Yu discovers multiple half-sisters he never knew existed, thanks to his father's adventurous past, and faces off against Duan Yuan Qing for control of Dali. Xu Zhu, a humble Shaolin Monk, becomes entangled in the internal conflicts of the powerful Care Free Sect. Set against the backdrop of the Northern Song Dynasty, their stories unfold across the warring kingdoms of Song, Liao, Dali, and Western Xia.

Lei Wu Jie, a determined young disciple, embarks on a journey to Xue Yue with the aspiration of proving his worth as a hero

A tale of the leader of the Listening Snow Tower and his beloved woman unfolds in this story. He is a skilled martial artist renowned for his prowess, while she is known as the daughter of the blood demon. The Bai Yue Sect is a dangerous presence in the martial arts world, causing havoc wherever they go. To combat this threat, three formidable warriors from the Wulin realm - Bai Di, Xue Gu, and Xue Mo - team up with Xiao Shi Hui. The leader of the Bai Yue Sect, Hua Lian, uses a sacred bell to manipulate Xue Mo into attempting to kill his own daughter, leading to tragic consequences. After Xue Mo's demise, Bai Di takes in his orphaned daughter, Shu Jing Rong, as his disciple. Raised alongside her martial brothers Qin Lan, Qing Yu, and Xiao Yi Qing, who is favored by Xue Gu, Jing Rong discovers a dark fate that burdens her with guilt. Armed with her father's Blood Rose Sword, she joins forces with Xiao Yi Qing to confront the Bai Yue Sect as members of the Listening Snow Tower.

For thousands of years, good and bad powers have been in conflict. Following a confrontation between their leaders, Shen Shao You and Feng Li Xue develop a friendship, which is tested when he saves his master by pushing her off a cliff. Saved by Chong Hua of the Demon Cult, Feng Li Xue is guided towards becoming its next leader. In the meantime, Shen Shao You advances within the Right Path. Ultimately, destiny drives them towards a heartbreaking fate as adversaries destined to face each other in battle.

The human and demon races are both motivated by their quest for the Jade Wine Divine Spring, leading to ongoing conflicts among individuals from various backgrounds for centuries. Xiao Yao, a girl known for her carefree spirit and remarkable adaptability, unexpectedly begins a fantastical adventure in the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons, dramatically altering the demon realm. Hong Ye, the revered King of Ten Thousand Demons, who commands respect among demons and instills fear in humans, is reincarnated to safeguard the Valley of Ten Thousand Demons. Having endured numerous challenges, he has come to understand the inherent vulnerabilities present in all aspects of existence and recognizes that the Jade Wine Divine Spring symbolizes countless desires. As their relationship develops, he becomes increasingly aware of the significance of Xiao Yao's untainted heart, which remains unaffected by cravings. Together, they navigate a series of bizarre incidents and confront a formidable and enigmatic adversary...

To recover the treasure of the Heavenly Realm, the goddess Wu Shuang comes down to earth to eliminate Yuan Zhong, the chief priest of the Youhu Clan. During this mission, Wu Shuang uncovers hidden truths and she and Yuan Zhong fall in love, joining forces to protect the world. In the battle between gods and demons, the powerful artifact known as "God's Left Hand," used by the Heavenly God Taihe to seal the demon, is severed and lands in the Mortal Realm. As a result, Taihe and the other gods enter a deep slumber, leaving the Mortal Realm devoid of miracles. (iQIYI)

A tale of four women from the past who journey through time to the present day. Lost in an unfamiliar world, they come together as a troupe of female dancers.

In a magical realm, Feng Yin, a female spirit on a quest to reunite her fragmented immortal essence, teams up with Gu Jin, the offspring of the "genuine deity," whose abilities have been locked away

Dong Bo Xue Ying, also known as the Snow Eagle Lord, hails from Snow Eagle Territory

The daughter of the prime minister of Yan State, known as A Qi, is falsely accused by the third prince, He Lian Chen, and meets her demise. However, she manages to survive and wakes up in the body of Leng Li, the daughter of General Leng Shao. Shortly after, she is wedded to He Lian Xuan, the fifth prince. Despite his playful demeanor, He Lian Xuan proves to be kind and devoted, eventually leading to a deepening bond between them. Throughout their journey, Leng Li starts to uncover a different side of He Lian Xuan.

Xiang Yun, originally a cloud, was transformed into a fairy by the Red Thread Master and began working in the Marriage Pavilion. She willingly assisted her master in finding a marriage partner for Immortal Chu Kong, the God of War, but ended up causing trouble by auctioning off his marriage. This led to a disagreement between the two, resulting in a mix-up with the red thread of fate and an entanglement that spanned multiple lifetimes. Their intertwined destiny actually began long before, in a forgotten memory shared by both.

The narrative of The Four revolves around four young individuals named Cold Blood, Chaser, Heartless, and Iron Fist. Each of them possesses exceptional skills in various forms of martial arts, which they utilize to combat corruption and uphold justice. This storyline is adapted from a novel penned by Wen Rui An.

On the night before her wedding, Shang You, a young woman belonging to the Holy Spirit Tribe, saves Si Yuan, the Dark Lord of the Underworld Tribe, in a surprising turn of events. Unfortunately, on the day of her wedding, her entire tribe is annihilated. In order to bring her people back to life, Shang You assumes the identity of Meng Li, a deer demon, and infiltrates the Underworld Tribe with the intention of stealing the Dark Lord's Amber Heart. As they spend time together, she finds herself unexpectedly falling in love with her adversary. Despite her feelings, she decides to take Si Yuan's heart to bring her tribe back, only to later realize that her true enemy was someone else all along.

In the Celestial Palace, the Jade Emperor discovers a demon causing chaos and the Dragon Sphere, entrusted to the Tong to manage demons, had become dusty. He assigns the fairy Bik Yiu to descend to the earthly realm and cleanse the Dragon Sphere. Unexpectedly, Bik Yiu is pulled into the Dragon Sphere, leading to Mou Jak Tin taking over as Emperor. The Jade Emperor then instructs Bik Yiu to locate the rightful Crown Prince and assist in reviving the Tong Empire. Meanwhile, Lung Gei matures into an adult under his foster mother's care. He coincidentally encounters his birth mother and obtains the Dragon Sphere. Bik Yiu escapes from the sphere and believes Lung Gei is linked to the individual she seeks. She requests his help in finding the true Son of Heaven.

Kau Jong and Tzi Ling, who are both without parents, found themselves in the midst of a conflict one day while on their way to receive martial arts training from the renowned Sek Long. This conflict involved a woman and their prospective martial arts instructor, Sek Long. The woman, later identified as Fu Guan Cheuk, demanded that Sek Long return the "Cheong Sung Keut" to her. Sek Long refused and ended up perishing in a self-destructive act. Following the loss of their martial arts teacher, Kau Jong and Tzi Ling fled from the scene of the altercation, only to be pursued. Fu Guan Cheuk managed to hitch a ride in their carriage. The individual chasing Fu Guan Cheuk was a man named Yu Man Fat Kup, who was also after the "Cheong Sung Kuet". After parting ways with Kau Jong and Tzi Ling, Fu Guan Cheuk left the "Cheong Sung Kuet" in their possession. She later pursued the two individuals to retrieve the "Cheong Sung Kuet" after losing Yu Man Fat Kup. Following a series of conflicts involving the trio, Kau Jong and Tzi Ling activated the "Cheong Sung Kuet", and Fu Guan Cheuk compelled them to master it.

In Copper Dimension, a team of teenage girls serves as the final barrier against malevolent forces. By forming a pact with Xiong Ya, a celestial protector, they have vowed to defend the vulnerable at any cost in return for a single wish. Tragedy strikes when a member of their group is murdered on school grounds, prompting them to embark on a relentless pursuit of the demons hiding among them. In their quest, they are forced to confront their own personal struggles and realize that they are not immune to the corrupting power of darkness.

In the story, Jin Xiu, the ruler of the Central Heavens, assists Hong Ning, a camellia demon, in her quest for eternal life. However, their paths become intertwined in unexpected ways. During the Flower Festival, Hong Ning expresses her feelings for Jin Xiu and her wish to become his queen. Despite being warned that demons and gods cannot be together, she decides to pursue immortality. Upon achieving her goal, she learns that Jin Xiu is about to marry someone else. Devastated, she chooses to give up immortality and be reborn to forget him. Jin Xiu defies the odds to ensure her reincarnation, determined to safeguard her. As the season changes from spring to another, they reunite, bonded by love, challenges, and fate.

Tushan Hong Hong, a fox spirit belonging to the honorable Tushan Fox Clan, unexpectedly rescues Dongfang Yue Chu, a young human being chased by his lifelong foe. Over time spent in Tushan, a strong connection develops between them. Together with their families, they unite to confront malevolent forces and strive for harmony between their clans. (iQIYI)

After the demon king Ni Lun was defeated, the demon clan scattered and sought refuge in the mortal realm. Chong Zi, a kind-hearted individual, harbors a hidden evil power within her. Rescued by the immortal Chu Bu Fu, she aspires to cultivate at Nanhua but is rejected due to a prophecy predicting her transformation into a demon. Unexpectedly, the respected Luo Yin Fan takes Chong Zi as his sole disciple. She becomes heavily reliant on him and desires nothing more than to stay by his side, while he vows to protect her. However, a plot leads to Chong Zi's imprisonment and Luo Yin Fan is powerless to intervene, resulting in her sacrifice for the sake of peace. In her next life, Chong Zi returns to Nanhua and is immediately recognized by Luo Yin Fan. To safeguard her, he seals the evil force within her and maintains their master-disciple bond. Yet, they cannot escape the twists of fate. Chong Zi once again faces threats and, consumed by anger, embraces her demonic nature, crossing a point of no return. Despite being star-crossed lovers - one burdened with great responsibility and the other tied to the demon lineage - they fall in love, turn against each other, but cannot sever their emotional bond. Will their love defy the laws of the universe?

"Liao Zhai Zhi Yi", also known as "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio", is a compilation of around five hundred mostly supernatural stories that were published in the early Qing Dynasty. In the selection "Liao Zhai Qi Nv Zi", four stories are featured, narrating the lives of some exquisite and extraordinary women. In "Lian Cheng", two rival families in a town had daughters named Lian Cheng and Bin Niang, who took their rivalry to the extreme when they both fell in love with the same man, Qiao Sheng. They fought fiercely for his affections, even beyond death. Yet, they eventually realized that true love was not about possession and were willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for each other. In "Xin Shi Si Niang", a beautiful fox demon named Xin Shi Si Niang found joy in aiding others and sought spiritual enlightenment to escape the typical fate of fox demons. However, her encounter with Feng Sheng changed her destiny. "Huan Niang" tells the story of upper-class lady Zhao Huan Niang and talented stage actor Wen Ru Chun, who believed the only way to be together was through a joint suicide. Only Huan Niang perished, returning as a ghost to discover the truth. Lastly, in "Xia Nv", Xu Mu E disguises herself as a boy to learn martial arts secretly, despite her mother's wishes. After getting injured during an adventure, she meets young doctor Gu Xiang Ru, with whom she starts developing feelings. However, Xiang Ru's heart belongs to Lin Yue Fu, the governor's ailing daughter.

The latest Gong drama unfolds a fresh romantic tale during the Yongzheng era. Lian Er pleads with her father to allow her entry into the palace to meet the seventeenth prince, Yun Li. The two develop feelings for each other and plan to wed. However, when Yun Li's mentor, Alinga, faces trouble, Yun Li is compelled to marry Alinga's daughter to rescue him. A devastated Lian Er strives to protect herself within the palace, yearning to lead a normal life outside its walls. Unforeseen to her, she becomes entangled in a power struggle orchestrated by influential figures and betrayed by someone she once considered a sister. Alliances are forged, debts are incurred, and just as Lian Er is on the brink of despair, she unintentionally attracts the attention of Yongzheng and is appointed as one of his consorts. Everything suddenly becomes more complex - if she stops now, she will suffer, but she fears losing herself if she persists. She opts to have faith in the light and trust that her determination will guide her through the turmoil.

The show includes lead characters from the popular television series Chinese Paladin, blending elements of animation, fantasy, and humor. The main character of the Chinese Paladin series, Li Xiaoyao, embarks on an adventure with his companions that transcends time and space.

He Yi Huan, an interactive movie critic, found herself immersed in a virtual reality realm where she assumed the role of Xuan Ming's bloodwife in the ancient night tribe. To escape back to reality, she must overcome the five daunting demon trials and prevent Xuan Ming from transforming into a catastrophic demon. As they faced life and death together, Yi Huan gradually developed feelings for the initially aloof yet kind-hearted Xuan Ming. However, an unforeseen calamity lurked in the shadows...

Sunao, a skilled Shinigami, is reassigned to the 7th Special Cause of Death Section, also known as "Nanashi," which consists of inexperienced Shinigami. Through this experience, he gains a newfound understanding and respect for human life.

The storyline follows the journey of Kou Ying Jie, a feral young man raised in the grasslands, as he embarks on a quest for vengeance alongside a mystical horse after the death of his mentor

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.

This tale unfolds in a village dedicated to fishing and wood-cutting situated near Changde Mountain in Hunan province. Among the villagers resided Liu Hai, a diligent woodcutter who shared a home with his mother. Liu made a living by harvesting wood and gathering Chinese herbs. Little did anyone in the village, including the Liu family, realize that the well in their home was no ordinary well. Legend had it that a mystical luffa resided in the well, ensuring an endless supply of sweet water. Possessing this luffa bestowed immortality and limitless magical abilities. Liu Hai's uncle, Liu Zhen Bin, harbored a strong desire for the luffa. In his quest to claim it, he resorted to any means necessary, even unjustly evicting his own relatives from their home. After obtaining the luffa, Liu Zhen Bin offered it to the malevolent spirit, Qiong Qi, unaware that Qiong Qi also coveted the luffa. Meanwhile, in Changde Mountain, a place teeming with life energy, resided a nine-tail fox and a golden toad who found themselves entangled in the unfolding drama. Touched by Liu Hai's sincerity and kindness, the nine-tail fox fell deeply in love with him. She decided to leave Changde Mountain and accompany Liu Hai to Changde county. Together, they embarked on a perilous journey filled with challenges, twists, and confrontations with malevolent forces.

A junior high school girl stumbles into the fairyland examination room by mistake and ends up being unintentionally enrolled in the celestial college. At this college, she forms a group of friends and embarks on an exciting adventure.

During the Northern Song Dynasty in Bianjing, there was a skilled constable named Shen Shi Wu who was known for his cold demeanor and good looks. He was not only talented in his work but also had a strong interest in technology, making him popular among the people. Shen played a crucial role in maintaining law and order in Bianjing, but his biggest challenge was dealing with the troublemaker Liu Xing Yu, who was known for his deceitful ways and charm with women. Shen was betrothed to the talented artist Wang Shi Shi, but he found himself falling for her alter ego, Yue Er. Meanwhile, Liu also had feelings for Wang, creating a complicated love triangle. Despite their personal entanglements, they joined forces to combat crime and solve various mysterious cases in the city.

Gai Choi Chi is an ordinary girl who seems to have luck on her side, earning her the nickname "Ho Choi Mui" or "Lucky Girl." Little does she know, her stepmother Ho Choi Ma is a plant spirit. After helping deities defeat an evil spirit, Choi Chi's stepmother transforms her into a demigod to protect her. Shek Kam Dong, despite being bullied and looked down upon as a child, remains devoted to his mother and shows reverence for the gods. Wong Tai Sin, a god known for granting wishes, bestows upon Shek superhuman strength. However, Shek abuses his power, becoming a tyrant in town. An Hei suffers from narcolepsy, constantly tired and falling asleep at random. Wong Tai Sin gifts An Hei with a magical sword inhabited by a warrior spirit to assist him in times of trouble. When an evil wizard captures Ho Choi Ma, Gai Choi Chi, Shek Kam Dong, and An Hei unite to defeat the wizard and rescue her. Their journey takes them across the continent, encountering mystical challenges along the way.

Wind and Cloud were brought up as orphans under the care of the influential Lord Conqueror, who instructed them in martial arts with the intention of using their skills to achieve global dominance. This information is derived from the manhua "Fung Wan" created by Ma Wing Shing.

During a trial run of the interdimensional transportation equipment, the members of KO One unintentionally replicated the error of their forerunner by accidentally causing Liu Bei's injury with a large rock. To preserve the history of Silver Dimension, Zhi Ge took on the persona of his double, Liu Bei, and participated in the ritual to become sworn brothers with Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. As Zhi Ge assists in Liu Bei's healing process, he must familiarize himself with the workings of Silver Dimension while evading detection as an imposter.