Chinese cultivation stories

Tencent

Tang San (Xiao Zhan), a meticulous and talented soul master, begins his journey at Ruoding Academy at age six, driven by his dream of becoming a great cultivator. Alongside his close friend Gu Xiao Wu (Wu Xuan Yi), he trains under Yu Xiao Gang (Calvin Chen) and eventually joins the Shrek Academy with five other prodigies, forming the legendary "Shrek Seven Devils." As their reputation grows, they are invited to the Tian Dou Royal Academy, where they become entangled in an imperial power struggle between princes. Tang San simultaneously uncovers a mysterious secret about his mother's death, forcing him to fight on multiple fronts to protect his loved ones, bring honor to his sect, and pursue his ultimate goal of becoming the greatest soul master. Based on the novel "Dou Luo Da Lu" by Tang Jia San Shao, this is a 2020 Chinese fantasy drama directed by Yang Zhen Yu.

Douluo Continent

🐇 Shrek Devils Team 🌱

In a realm dominated by the formidable Wen clan, Wei Wu Xian (Xiao Zhan) forms an unexpected bond with the righteous Lan Wang Ji (Wang Yi Bo). Their discovery of the Wen clan chief's sinister plot leads them to challenge his schemes, but their efforts result in Wei Wu Xian’s mysterious disappearance, leaving their world in turmoil. Sixteen years later, Wei Wu Xian returns to a land plagued by mysterious murders and rekindles his alliance with Lan Wang Ji. Together, they must unravel the dark conspiracy behind the killings and confront the shadowy figure orchestrating the chaos. Can they solve the mystery and restore peace, or will the dangers of the past resurface to thwart their quest? This 2019 Chinese drama, based on the hit novel Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, was directed by Steve Cheng and Chan Ka Lam.

The Untamed

Tencent Video

Zhou Fei (Zhao Li Ying), granddaughter of a national hero, lives in a secret bandit fort protecting the world from otherworldly warriors. Restless and yearning to escape, her life transforms when she meets Xie Yun (Wang Yi Bo), a free-spirited martial arts expert who saves her from drowning. Together, they form an unlikely friendship and begin honing their fighting skills, just as malevolent forces threaten their world. As they embark on an adventure, they gradually uncover hidden secrets, including the mysterious truth about Xie Yun's true identity. Adapted from the novel "Bandits" by Priest, this is a 2020 Chinese drama series directed by Ng Gam Yuen.

Legend of Fei

The Flying Legend Team

Youku

In a world where magic and martial arts collide, Chu Xuan Ji (Crystal Yuan), a young woman deprived of her six senses, meets Li Ze Palace's star disciple, Yu Si Feng (Cheng Yi), during a tournament. As they forge a strong friendship, they begin to develop deeper feelings that challenge strict rules against romance. Unfortunately, Xuan Ji gets injured, forcing them apart. Compounding their troubles, Si Feng is cursed to wear a mask that can only be removed by true love. Four years later, fate brings them back together, revealing their intertwined destinies may hold the key to overcoming both past and present obstacles. Can their love conquer the trials ahead and unlock the secrets that bind them? This 2020 Chinese drama, adapted from the novel “The Glass Maiden” by Shi Si Lang, was co-directed by Yin Tao and Mai Guan Zhi.

Love and Redemption

Destined ❤ Love Team

Tencent TV

In the Ancient Southern Qing Empire, Fan Xian (Zhang Ruo Yun) finds his head full of bizarre “memories” about life in the 21st Century, becoming haunted by questions about his true identity and his mother’s death. After he survives an assassination attempt, he decides to head to the capital to search for answers. He meets the chancellor’s daughter Lin Wan Er (Li Qin), and the duo become close allies. Before long, he finds himself drawn into a web of schemes involving the Imperial family – while a mysterious security agency seems to be monitoring him. Will these dark forces overwhelm Fan Xian before he can discover the truth? This 2019 Chinese drama series was based on a novel by Maoni and produced by Chen Ying Jie.

Joy of Life

Tencent, iQiyi

Teenage boy (Darren Wang), raised by wolves with supernatural senses, encounters Ma Zhai Xing (Li Qin), a government official's daughter. After being betrayed and pushed off a cliff by her brother, he is rescued by the Yang ruler Chu Kui (Ding Yong Dai), who adopts him and raises him as a ruthless prince. Eight years later, he unexpectedly reunites with Ma Zhai Xing, reigniting questions about their past connection and potential emotions. This is a 2020 Chinese drama series produced by Chen Yu Shan.

The Wolf

🐺Howling at the Moon Team🌙

In a world of martial arts, Hu Fei (Qin Jun Jie) is a young, justice-seeking hero seeking revenge for his father's death. His path crosses with a tyrannical warlord and unexpectedly, the warlord's daughter Yuan Zi Yi (Liang Jie), with whom he falls in love. While searching for a medical cure to restore a blind man's sight, he meets Cheng Ling Su (Xing Fei), a female apprentice of the Poison Hand Medicine King who develops feelings for him. As Hu Fei continues his quest, he begins to suspect his true identity and questions the circumstances of his father's death. Based on a novel by Jin Yong, "Side Story of Fol Volant" is a 2022 Chinese drama series directed by Lian Yi Ming.

Side Story of Fox Volant

✨ The Marvellous ✨ Team 

Hunan TV

At the young age of nine, Xiao Yan (Leo Wu) was powerless to intervene when his mother was killed, and despite his best efforts, Xiao Yan’s martial arts abilities didn't develop as his family had hoped. But all that changes when he accidentally summons the Medicine Lord, Yao Chen (Baron Chen), with his mother’s ring when he is 15. With the help of Yao Chen, Xiao Yan becomes a great martial artist who is intent on bringing his mother’s killer to justice. Accompanied by his loyal companion Xiao Xun'er (Lin Yun), he embarks on a dangerous quest to confront the evil forces responsible for his mother's death and restore peace to the martial arts world.

Fights Break Sphere

The Heaven's fighters' Team

Fan Xian (Zhang Ruo Yun), the illegitimate son of the finance minister, found love with Lin Wan Er (Li Qin), the daughter of the Princess Royal. They wanted to live peaceful lives, but a scheming prince plotted his demise. Fan Xian was forced to fake his death to escape certain doom. Now, he has decided to return to learn the truth behind a dastardly conspiracy. Can he break through the webs of lies and deceit to expose the plotters – and live happily ever after with his beloved bride? This 2024 Chinese drama series is the sequel to “Joy of Life” and was directed by Wang Juan.

Joy of Life 2

Ling Miao Miao (Esther Yu) unexpectedly finds herself transported into the world of a fantasy novel called "Chasing Demons" as a villainous supporting character. To escape and return to the real world, she must complete a series of tasks – including winning the heart of Mu Sheng (Ding Yu Xi), the female lead's adoptive brother with a possessive love for her. Teaming up with expert demon catchers, they battle creatures, level up, and gradually work to dissolve an age-old animosity between humans and demons. As Miao Miao and Mu Sheng grow closer, can they rewrite their stories in favor of redemption... and possibly even romance? This 2024 Chinese drama was directed by Zhao Yi Long, adapted from the web novel "The Guide to Capturing a Black Lotus" by Bai Yu Zhai Diao Gong.

Love Game in Eastern Fantasy

💖My Beloved Demon Team 💖

Recent police academy graduate Xu Qi An (Dylan Wang) is looking forward to starting his new career... until he finds himself spirited away to the Dafeng Dynasty, a realm populated by magical clerics, demons, and wizards! He wakes up in jail, but his quick thinking and knowledge from his "normal" life leads an organization of so-called “guardians” to recruit him to their cause, turning him into Dafeng's top investigator. Eventually, his path crosses with Princess Lin An (Tian Xi Wei), the ill-fated daughter of Emperor Jing of the Yuan Dynasty. Can Qi An and his new friends lead the guardians into a decisive battle between the powers of good and the forces of evil? This drama was based on a web novel by Mai Bao Xiao Lang Jun.

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