The Land of Warriors (2024)

I really enjoyed the drama.. I watched it mostly for Zhou Yi Ran and the action and I wasn’t disappointed.. The fight scenes were definitely the highlight of the show.. I haven’t watched Douluo Continent or the donghua so I can’t judge this adaptation based on them.. However I think it was pretty well done..

I am going to skip commenting on the VFX and CGI since I started this with no expectations.. Honestly it might not have been perfect but it was good.. Some fight scenes were absolutely fluid and intense.. Most people might not feel the same but I liked the Netherworld Arc the most.. The visuals of the drama were great and some of the costumes were beautiful.. " Some "

Xu Jia Qi as Hu Lie Na was really impressive.. The supporting cast was excellent and their chemistry and portrayal of friendship were great.. As for the main couple and the romance.. It was minimal but it was still sweet and the chemistry was alright.. I am hoping for more development in the next part..

The Sea God arc has definitely piqued my curiosity and there is still a war to fight.. I hope the entire cast returns for the next season and I hope there is another season.. We didnt get any closure in this season for sure..

While I can’t compare this to other adaptations The land of warriors had some well written scenes and action sequences and some wonderful visuals.. Certainly worth the watch..

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The Legend of Warriors Reflects the Spirit of Soul Land Anime/Donghua

TLOW is the live-action adaptation of Soul Land (Douluo Dalu), and it stays true to the essence of the original story. This is a wonderful development for anime fans, as it preserves the original themes, character development, and world-building. By staying faithful to the source material, the adaptation captures the hearts of both long-time fans and newcomers alike. This faithfulness not only honors the original creator's vision but also deeply resonates with those who have closely followed the story.

The Legend of Warriors has done an excellent job with its casting, selecting actors who suit the iconic characters of Soul Land. As an anime fan, I’m enjoying this live-action adaptation. For those new to anime, I hope the series sparks their interest in exploring the original anime. While it’s challenging for any live-action adaptation to fully capture the depth and intricacies of its source material, The Legend of Warriors has managed to convey the story and spirit of Soul Land.

I'm really happy that the creators of The Legend of Warriors stayed true to the original plot and brought to life a live-action version of an anime I love. While it isn’t perfect, it’s understandable, considering the Soul Land anime spans 263 episodes, whereas the live-action drama is condensed into just 38 episodes.

In contrast to the previous adaptation, the Douluo Continent (DC) adaptation deviates significantly from the original story. It is not a true adaptation of Soul Land but rather a story loosely inspired by it, using the characters while making considerable changes to the plot. Fans who enjoy DC can still appreciate it as a separate work, but it’s best to view it independently from the original Soul Land and TLOW.

I really recommend this drama especially for donghua/anime lover like me.

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