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Undercover Swordman

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.

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 final years of the Ming dynasty were a dark period in Chinese history marked by deceit and conspiracy. Emperor Xizong, who reluctantly held the throne, was more interested in carpentry than ruling. This allowed the manipulative eunuch Wei Zhong Xian and his allies to abuse their power through blackmail and torture. When Yang Lian, a close associate of Qian Jia Yi and Murong Qiu, fell victim to Wei Zhong Xian, the two friends sought revenge with the help of others. However, their plans became complicated when they discovered a plot to assassinate the emperor, leading them into a tangled web of betrayal. As they delved deeper into the situation, they realized that appearances could be deceiving.

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.

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.

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)

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.

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.

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 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)

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.

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.

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?

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

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.

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

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

During the declining years of the Ming dynasty, the empire was plagued by corrupt officials and raids from Japanese pirates along the coastal areas. General Qi Ji Guang and Qi Ji Yu joined forces to establish a formidable army to defend against the invasions. Meanwhile, the pirate leader Oshima Masao struck a deal with the eunuch Tong Da Bao. Qi Jiyu and his son Qi Shao Zheng embarked on a mission to gather proof against the eunuch. However, Tong Da Bao caught wind of their plans and ordered the execution of the Qi family. Qi Shao Zheng narrowly escaped and sought refuge at Shaolin Monastery, where he vowed to seek vengeance for his family and restore justice to the nation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

In the late Qing Dynasty, a diverse group of people found themselves embarking on a mysterious adventure in search of hidden treasures

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.

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.

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

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 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.