Legend of Zang Hai

Both dramas deal with intrigues, vengeance, adventures, and all the intricacies of an empire, of a dynasty.

Directed by Zheng Xiaolong, director of the Legend of Zang Hai. One of his best works.
"Empresses in the Palace" has been praised for its complex plot, well-developed characters, and high-quality production.

Both male leads are smart and plotting. Both male leads don’t really know Martial Arts as well. Besides, the two have the general plot of using intelligence as against brute strength to manoeuvre out of tricky situations. Both FLs know martial art.

The glory is like the Female Version of Zang Hai in term of revenge, they both use their instinc and brains to defeat the enemy

1) Revenge themed
2) Political and power struggle
3) Hidden identity with smart male lead
4) Be the advisor of your enemy
5) Centered around ml

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Both stories feature scheming protagonists hell bent on revenge. They also feature eunuch villains who are clever and dangerous. Both protagonists hide their identity in order to get closer to their revenge.

Feng Miao Jun, a princess of the fallen Anxia Kingdom, crosses paths with Yun Ya, a cruel master from Wei. Despite initial distrust, their fates intertwine. Together with Master Mo Ti Zhun and Saintess Han Yue, they become close allies in their battle against the Heavenly Demons. Through trials, love, and mutual support, they grow into powerful beings capable of facing all challenges.

If you like low profile scheming protagonists bent on revenge, you'll enjoy these two. Story of Ming Lan's protagonist is similar to Legend of Zang Hai's second son of the marquis in that their mothers were both killed by one of the other women in the harem. Both stories also involve clever villains though their styles are different. They also both make references to classic texts, and borrow strategies from the Art of War (even if not explicitly explained). Both also feature strong willed protagonists who are kind at heart with hidden fierceness.

One of Xiao Zhan's first works, with an excellent setting and full of adventure.
Her character Lin Xiuya, is the second strongest student in the power ranking of the inner branch. He is friends with Han Yue and Yan Hao. He is considered the strongest of his generation by his peers and the 2nd strongest student in the Jia Nan Academy in the current course.

Historical / Court Setting + Costume Drama
Both are set in historical/costume environments which has similar elements: power structures, court politics, hierarchies, intrigue, uniforms, rituals, etc.

Political Intrigue / Power Struggles
Legend of Zang Hai is heavy on court intrigue, conspiracy, betrayal, plots to ignite war. Bai Yi Gong Qing is considered to include political / palace intrigue. So that’s a strong overlap in terms of tone and stakes.

Likely Romantic Interest or Personal Relationships
Legend of Zang Hai has alliances, emotional relationships that intersect with the protagonist’s mission. Bai Yi Gong Qing is expected to combine politics and romance.

Strong Visual / Production Ambitions
Both seem set up to be more than just light romances: Legend of Zang Hai is very ambitious in world-building, aesthetic, political stakes. Bai Yi Gong Qing’s production team suggests attention to visual style and depth.

Directed by Zheng Xiaolong, the director of The Legend of Zang Hai. Other of his best works.

Durante el turbulento Período de los Reinos Combatientes, una niña destinada a ser una "estrella dominante" nació en el palacio del Rey Wei de Chu (interpretado por Winston Chao). Como gran señor, el rey Chu Wei anhelaba dominar el mundo y también amaba mucho a su encantadora hija Mi Yue (interpretada por Liu Chutian). Sin embargo, la conspiración en el harén es impredecible.

Zang Hai was originally the son of the Imperial Astronomer. However, when he was young, he witnessed the murder of his entire family. Deciding on the path of revenge, Zang Hai withdrew from the scene temporarily and began training himself by learning construction and the art of war.

Ten years later, he returned to the capital as an unrecognizable figure and became—through mentoring—the adviser of his enemy, Duke Ping Jin. From the Lord's manor to the court, from an ordinary advisor to becoming the chief minister of the imperial cabinet, Zang Hai struggled in the face of treacherous political plots and battles, finally getting a chance to kill his enemy.

However, he soon discovered that not everything was as it appeared and that he had just scratched the surface of something much bigger. Facing an unknown road ahead, Zang Hai teamed up with his beloved friends to overcome and uncover the conspiracy, defending their country.

a compelling narrative, a captivating hook, and a sense of mystery or intrigue that keeps the watcher invested

Both are similar in terms of supernatural creatures and the adventure to defeat them and achieve success, and both are mystery and thriller fantasy with hidden romantic content.