I finished this #cdrama as soon as it was released and absolutely loved it. It is my first Xian Xia drama so I really wanted to write about it, but life got in the way, so I’m only now getting around to it.
Here's the back story....
Legend has it that Dongfang Qing Cang (Dylan Wang) of the Moon Tribe became an emotionless monster to gain immense power, killing his father to secure the title of Moon Supreme, and losing 100,000 Moon Tribe soldiers on a path of destruction. To stop him, the first God of War of Shuiyuntian (Cristy Guo) sacrificed herself, sealing Dongfang Qing Cang's army and locking him in the Haotian Tower. 30,000 years later, a disturbance in the Haotian Matrix draws Orchid, a lower ranking flower fairy(Esther Yu) , into the tower. Their meeting triggers a series of events that could once again threaten the three realm world's fate.
My thoughts...
The moment the body swap happened, I was completely hooked. Dylan Wang had me in stitches again and again; his comedic timing was spot on. As Moon Supreme, his presence improved as we moved through the episodes. Actually, Rong Hao (Xu Hai Qiao) and Lord Yun Zhong (Chi Jia) sent more chills down my spine—much more domineering and menacing than I expected.
By episode 9, the couple had totally stolen my heart. That’s when the story really soars, and believe me, every minute is a treat. This is one show where each of our leads have wonderful character development. The show begins with grandeur and somehow finishes even bigger. The supporting cast isn’t just background—they’re intricately woven into the plot, making every subplot shine. The emotional moments, especially Dongfang Qing Cang with his father and the raw vulnerability that follows when he regains his emotions, left me in tears. I think this is what was missing for me in Prisoner of Beauty. It began well but didn't in my humble opinion sustain momentum.
I only just remembered that Zhang Linghe is in this! He was fantastic, with a beautifully crafted character arc. The contrast between his role as the God of War in the fairy realm and a spoiled second son in the mortal world was so endearing. He wasn’t even the lead here, but he still stood out. Watching him now in Pursuit of Jade, I can see how much his acting has matured—he feels less like he’s acting and more like he’s truly being.
One reason I usually struggle with Xian Xia dramas is the world-building— with little understanding traditional folklore---it can be hard to get into. But here, the world-building was much better and rules communicated clearly. The costumes were stunning, especially the white glass armor for the fairy warriors and the way the Moon Supreme’s crown sits so perfectly on his head weaved into his hair. I liked every one of Dongfang Qing Cang’s outfits. I hope the costume department won some awards!
But seriously, can someone explain why immortals keep dying on the battlefield? How are they getting poisoned or even sentenced to death? Is it just me? I am confused.
We needed another final episode... cause how could they deprive us of the wedding and only give us a one minute reunion after all the effort that was put into reviving her !?!?
Anyways....this is a 10 out of 10 for me, even on a second watch. It’s still just as entertaining. Absolutely beautiful!
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