Playing Ep 01

What people are saying

• GiantSeo

  Overall 6

  Story 10,  Acting 6,  Music 1.5,  Rewatch Value 1.5

  I have to admit, I didn't stick through the entire series. After watching a few episodes, I found myself skipping ahead to catch glimpses of important moments until I reached the finale. The pacing dragged on, leaving me disinterested. While there were attempts at creating action sequences, they fell short of leaving any impact. The lack of a compelling conflict made the storyline feel stagnant, leading to an overall feeling of disappointment. Everything from the outdated costumes to the dialogue delivery and video quality felt...

  like a throwback to a different era. Initially, I almost mistook it for an old martial arts film given the older cast members and their commanding manner of speech. The visuals also had their share of oddities, like a scene featuring a garden with obviously artificial turf. With most characters being older, don't expect any youthful romances to unfold. The series' introductory music sets the tone for the slow-paced narrative. If you enjoy a leisurely storytelling approach, this might cater to your tastes. However, it doesn't hold a candle to the excitement of productions like "Yanxi Palace" or "The Legend of Dugu." The lack of chemistry among the cast members, absence of romantic subplots, and the predictable focus on power struggles without any surprising twists make this a forgettable watch for many viewers.