Till the End of the Moon

Not that Good

Story: This is a Cdrama full of misunderstandings. And they never bother to tell or explain at all. There are some confusing parts. Probably due to the cuts and lack of explanation.

In Episode 9, I wonder where they get mortar and pestle all of a sudden in a forest just like in other Cdramas...

There's just something bothering me here. In Enlightened life, Goddess Tian Huan is the daughter of Tian Hao. How can she be the sister of Siying as well? Although they used a different actress, that in itself is kind of contradicting with the whole story. Cause Siying hated Tian Hao. Ep. 36 48:40. Did she become the elder sister already after going through the Sun Quadripod? Shouldn't both of them be in the demon's lair then? I'm confused.

I wonder why Susu didn't clarify how both her fathers died. And who really took the evil bone in the first place.

Oh yeah there are so many blood spitting on this that you see them in almost every episode.

Acting: The actors are good. They deliver well but not that perfect.

This is the first time I saw the actor LXY. For me he's not that handsome especially when I first saw him here. He can play the devil and a good guy. It's just his voice sometimes becomes too mellow even if it needed to be strong.

Bai Lu - I first saw her in the Untouchable Lovers and The Legends. And she was really great in them that I became a fan and started looking for her other shows. She really looks good in red and black. Though here, her screams of angst and hurt are just the same as then. I mean it's nothing out of extraordinary. So I guess I've seen them already. Though, I've also watched Arsenal Military Academy which she was also good there. Story of Kunning Palace is also one of her good works. Although in Song of Youth, she looks older than her fellow actor so I didn't watch that.

The actor who played Ye QingYu is cute and handsome. Other actors: Ye BingChang is really quite the antagonist. You'll hate her and pity her too. They used quite good looking actors and actresses. Good casting.

Regarding OST, I only remember 1 good song - Only You by Shuang Sheng. Love Between Fairy and Devil has better songs than this. Though it's story has boring parts too. At least that has a better ending though.

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My View of the Moon

Story: Story plot is quite all over the place. I really had a hard time correlating one character to another. Lots of drag moments that I had to use my forward button all the time. I was quite looking forward on the romance. I've been a fan of the leads chemistry from Love is Sweet. Unfortunately, I didn't felt the same chemistry that they had back then. The kissing scenes were just okay. Not at their best I should say. I guess, there were some elements missing in the story that I'm looking for that I felt lacking. One is the character development from some of the cast. Like, their characters just died having no remorse or regret. Second, some infusion of humor. This drama could've been better if they have just infused some humor on some scenes. Third, the romance department is definitely lacking. Very minimal epsiodes of having the leads having their sweet moments together. Neither the secondary couple has limited romantic moments as well. Lastly. too many fillers used. Like this could have been better off with 24 eps. The flashbacks have to be played several times for you to be able to follow the messed storyline.

Acting/ Cast: Surely, another superb acting by Leo Yunxi. But, I must say this was his least character that I may like. He's way better in Love is Sweet and Princess Silver. As for Bai Lu, I just find her acting just the same in every character she portrays. I was able to watch her already in quite a few of her dramas. I think her forte is really romcoms. For the rest of the cast, awesome acting. Chen Du Ling nailed her bitchy character. And yes, a Xianxia won't be complete without bloodspitting which I think was overly used in this drama.

Music: I didn't caught up much with the sound track as I skip credits both beginning and end. But, one thing's for sure, the opening track is too ordinary that It didn't stick to my mind. When I usually watch a drama that has good music in it, it's either I get to hum or sing along with it.

Rewactch Value: Definitely a no for me. Unless, you're a big fan of the leads, you're free to do so. The story is just not enticing for me to make it watch again.

Overall: I love watching Xianxia dramas with good storyline and romance. But, this ain't it for me. When I first saw this drama, It immediately reminded me of Love Between Fairy and Devil. Almost same concept but the storyline of LBFAD is way better than this one. I can only give this a 7.5. Generous enough for the good acting of the cast, but the storyline for me is just a total mess.

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A Tale That Transcends Time

An immortal named Li Su Su is fated to travel 500 years into the past to prevent the death of a captive prince named Tantai Jin and stop his transformation into the Devil God who would devastate four continents and three realms. However, as she witnesses Tantai Jin’s former life and ascent to power, an unforeseen story unfolds, complicating her mission. Till the End of the Moon is a tragic tale of love, responsibilities, misunderstandings, and separation that transcends time.

This is one of the few Xianxia dramas that was able to keep me hooked and that I finished in one sitting. Despite my initial skepticism, I finally understand the reason for its fame. While the premise isn’t especially original—drawing on the familiar enemies-to-lovers trope—the writing contains many strong elements. Notably, everything introduced in the narrative, from locations and artifacts to objects and characters, serves a clear purpose and reappears throughout the story. This was particularly satisfying, as many dramas introduce magical items that are used briefly and then forgotten. Here, each object has multiple functions, and their origins are thoughtfully explained, which is a major strength of the story.

Till the End of the Moon is one bittersweet drama. The main couple faces countless trials, both together and individually, and the way they navigate these challenges is incredibly moving. Be prepared—this story will take you on an emotional rollercoaster, making you laugh, cry, and feel every emotion in between. I was completely invested in the characters and their journeys from start to finish, which is a testament to how beautifully the story was crafted and brought to life in the drama. It’s a powerful, unforgettable experience.

I do think the ending could have been improved. Even as someone who loves happy endings, I don’t exactly mind it, since it’s open to interpretation. That said, I wish there had been more clarity about the conclusion—whether it was meant to be happy or sad—rather than leaving it so ambiguous. I have to admit, I went into this drama expecting a tragic finale based on public reactions, and that feeling grew as the story progressed, despite my hopeful desire for a miraculous happy ending.

I believe that the success of this drama is largely due to the two main leads, Bai Lu and Luo Yun Xi. Both actors had to portray multiple characters throughout the drama, and each one was unique and memorable. They brought distinct personalities to every role, making each character stand out on their own. With all the emotions this story throws at you, they had to deliver powerhouse performances—and they absolutely nailed it! At this point, I honestly can’t imagine anyone else embodying these characters.

Another aspect I really enjoyed about this drama was the costumes, sets, and soundtrack. The costume design and makeup were stunning—never over the top, and perfectly suited to highlight each character’s unique personality. With the story spanning multiple settings, the sets were thoughtfully designed to bring each time and place to life. And the OSTs? Absolutely perfect for capturing the mood of every scene.

Of course, the drama isn’t without its flaws. Being a Xianxia series, it naturally relies on CGI, and at times I found it a bit overwhelming—so many effects happening at once that it became hard to keep track, almost like sensory overload. Still, this didn’t really detract from my overall enjoyment of the story.

Overall, Till the End of the Moon is a beautifully crafted Xianxia drama that excels in storytelling, character development, and emotional impact. While it has minor flaws, such as occasional overwhelming CGI and an open-ended finale, these do little to diminish the overall experience. With compelling performances from Bai Lu and Luo Yun Xi, stunning visuals, and a memorable soundtrack, the drama delivers a rollercoaster of emotions that will stay with viewers long after it ends. For anyone looking for a heartfelt, epic tale of love, sacrifice, and destiny, this drama is unforgettable.

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Till the End of the Moon is not a drama you simply watch it’s one you absorb.

At its core is a story about fate, choice, and the cost of compassion. Luo Yunxi delivers a haunting, deeply restrained performance as Tantai Jin, making silence, stillness, and inner conflict feel devastatingly loud. Equally powerful is Bai Lu, who anchors the entire narrative with a rare kind of strength calm, principled, emotionally intelligent. Her Li Susu is not reactive or naive; she is resolute, morally grounded, and unwavering even when love demands unbearable sacrifice.

What elevates the drama further is the ensemble cast, each member inhabiting their role with conviction, adding texture and emotional weight to every timeline and realm. No character feels wasted; every arc contributes to the larger tragedy and meaning of the story.

The drama refuses easy comfort. Love does not undo trauma, goodness does not erase darkness, and sacrifice does not promise reward. Yet within that refusal lies its beauty the quiet belief that choosing kindness, even once, can echo across eternity.

Imperfect, emotionally demanding, and unforgettable
Till the End of the Moon earns both its pain and its poetry. Damn I am not getting over this soon.

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Against all odds

To me, this was a powerful story of free will and choice even when the odds are all stacked against you.
As I see it, Tan Tai Jin is not evil, and surprisingly sane sane if you look at his circumstances.
When we first see him he is getting tortured - which, as we soon find out, is his normal way of living. And he looks at this with a stoic resilience.
He is said to be evil from birth, but though we hear this repeated over and over, it is not what we see.
In a way, his story is similar to that of Wei Wuxian in the Untamed, where he remains evil in the eyes of the "people" regardless s of what he does.
But in this unforgiving and bleak life of his, Tan Tai Jin gets help in tbe most unexpected way, when Lin Susu is sent back in time to kill him. While in theory, this is just her mission, she can't help but start treating him in a decent, humane way, which TTJ first cannot really think with, as it never happened to him before. But as time goes by, Susu becomes the one ray of light in his life that he holds onto and that ends up changing both of their lives like no one would have expected.
I think this is a great story very beautifully filmed, with lovable characters. Ultimately, despite all the pain and trials this is a story of the power of love.

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Immersive & Stunning: A Standout Xianxia Drama That Remains a Personal Favorite

Till the End of the Moon has remained my favorite Chinese drama, even after many rewatches. It’s the xianxia watch that never gets old and has yet to be topped for me.

What stood out most was the strength of the performances and the emotional depth the cast brought to their roles. I really appreciated the character development, layered storytelling, and the way the series built out its world — from the mythology and lore to the distinct identities of demons and immortals. The costumes and soundtrack added even more atmosphere, making the experience feel immersive and memorable.

I’ve also read the original novel, which has only deepened my appreciation. Even a year later, the drama still represents everything I enjoy about mythology-centered Chinese series. While there were a few minor production quirks with styling and accessories, they didn’t take away from how much I value the overall experience.

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good angst at the cost of butchering the female lead

i started this show sometime in may.......it took me 7 months to finish this?!?!

i would have given this show 4/5 stars but they completely ruined it with the last few episodes.
they had good angsty enemies to lovers/doomed love moments but that all came at the expense of butchering the female lead.

we have a good setup and backstory for our lead's journey, him being the devil lord who killed the whole world and her being the pure spirit sent back in time to save the world. we had a good opportunity to see a complex and conflicted journey of falling in love and deciding to choose your own path.
i felt like there were too many filler scenes/storylines which could have been avoided to give space for our lead's to develop a bit more strongly.
like yes we get it tantai jin has had a bad life, his life is epitome of miserable and this pain is what activates the devil lord, so yes we can see his reservations about love and everything. but li susu is supposed to have way more reservations and feel more complicated. she has to see the face which killed everyone she loved and try to prevent the ruin of the whole world, that too alone. we should have seen more of her being conflicted about what she feels towards him, her wondering if she is making the wrong decision by loving him etc. instead we spent a lot of time seeing tantai jin's pain, which yes is needed but i felt like it went on for too long.
tantai jin's character is consistent and his changes makes sense according to his journey. but li susu changed drastically at random points just to get the plot moving. this is very evident in the last few episodes i.e the part after she exchanges her divine essence with the evil bone and reawakens. she was so serious at first, ignoring tantai jin and separating from him for world peace and then she is suddenly very playful with him and then gets drunk and misses out on an important mission. she was conveniently missing from the episodes at the end where major stuff happens, i think we have an episode where she is only present for 10 mins. her life as ye xiuw with tantai jin was also confusing cause we never get a clear idea on what her plan is and every time she is around tantai jin she acts 'cute' (almost baby-ish). we never get a true sense of what she feels about him or whether she is thinking about her duty. her trying to save xiao lin (which then leads to hell) was sooooo confusing to me. even if u want the story to revolve around tantai jin only, li susu needs to be a strong and consistent character cause she is the main reason for his change. also i kinda hated the way the devil lord was so easily re-activated....like wdym li susu time travelled and did all that with no help for it to not matter that much

the angsty parts were good, especially ye xiuw's death. the lore is pretty good and well developed.
them not being able to stay together in every iteration of their soul is insane. matter of fact NO COUPLE got to stay together. everyone died at some point. my least fave might be ye bingchang and xiao lin, they did add much to the story and bringing them back didn't do anything. they should have brought my girl pianran back though

the cgi was not that good to me and at certain times and many of those battle scenes were not needed imo. the ending is good for such a complicated story

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Dramatic and Tragic Love Story

TTEOTM is like Chips. You know it's gonna destroy you sooner or later but you keep reaching out for more.

Personally, I thought the plot was fantastic and engaging. Across 40 episodes, viewers were offered various dynamics such as the normalcy in Sheng, the power strife in Jing, the war among Gods & Devils in the Enlightened Dream & the life in XY/HY Sect. Countary to some reviews, I fully resonated with most of the decisions made by LSS & TTJ and found it relatable - the conflict in killing a potential threat even though he has not done anything wrong yet & the difficulty in fully trusting the goodness in someone without fear of being betrayed (when your whole life has been a shit show).

Although I thought the pacing was general alright, it is undeniable that the XY/HY sect arc & ending was rushed. The slow phase in the intial arcs really allowed viewers to build strong attachment for TTJ/YXW culminating in the eventually betrayal/sacrifice of YXW. In contrast, I felt the writers did not provide a long enough runway for viewers to build the same adoration for CJM & LSS - which caused the final sacrifice by CJM to not reach the emotional heights of the sacrifice of YXW. Personally, I didn't mind the sad ending but I felt it would have been even more touching if LSS only found out about CJM's sacrifice (that he didn't kill anyone) after she killed him. I wished I could have seen LSS more touched/desparate - much like how TTJ went crazy after YXW died.

TTEOTM was also guilty of overplaying some of the basic CDrama troupes such as miscommunication. Oh my god were some of the characters frustrating - such as Mingye FULLY knowing Sangjiu has no friends in the Immortal realm (since she stayed home all the time) and hence no one to help with her dispelling demonic essence, yet STILL decides to trust an obviously obsessive Tian Huan??? Honestly, I wished LSS & CJM could have worked together in the end rather than always trying to "protect" each other by not letting them know anything zzz. And my god were there an insane amount of blood spitting. I thought some of the reviews were over-reacting but I could hardly get past 1 eps without MULTIPLE characters vomitting blood esp in the last 15 eps.

Casting was definitely the strongest point for TTEOTM. Both Bai Lu & Luo Yun Xi are fantastic in their roles and the chemistry between both is mouthwatering - the loving gazes between them both just gives me shivers all the time. Side characters such as Pian Ran, YQY, XL & YBC were also fleshed out just enough - though their individual endings were a complete mess for me. I personally love the Sisterhood between Pian Ran & YXW and wished they wouldn't have killed off such a strong character so early. XL & YBC's love story could have also been developed better - I felt writers could play much more into XL's conflict between saving Sheng & protecing YBC - XL felt way too one-dimensional, and honestly he didn't do much for XBC anyways...

None of the OSTs were exceptionally memorable besides the one by Huang Xiaoyun.

Overall, I would recommend TTEOTM as a Watch. Despite the tragic love stories, I felt the chemistry and relationship building is worth the pain. Pro tip: If you can't bear the sad ending, just stop at Ep 35!

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Amazing cast with a lackluster story

Overall this drama is pretty good. It's bingable and it might make you shed a few tears. However, it also has some problems that brings it down. The problems aren't that big of a deal, but it still affects the enjoyability of the drama if you don't ignore it. The good does overshadow the bad, but the bad is still quite prominent.

I split the drama into 4 parts. I will be referencing these 4 parts throughout my review.
Sheng kingdom ( the beginning), Jing Kingdom rise to power/Bo're dream (middle pt1), Fall of Sheng Kingdom (middle pt2), Immortal realm (end).

The Good:
1. Luo Yunxi and Bai Lu have amazing chemistry. Luo Yunxi and Bai Lu's interactions are the best part. I loved the way they portrayed their characters. Their expressions convey their emotions very well. Luo Yunxi is absolutely captivating as Tan Taijin. Bai Lu gives Ye Xiwu/Li Susu such a strong aurora.

2. Cast is really good. Luo Yunxi & Bai Lu (the whole cast really) have great chemistry. If it wasn't for them, I might have dropped this drama halfway through.

3. The costumes are stunning. Not a single costume was bad (as a whole). Some props looked iffy (the demon king's mask) but it's easy to ignore. Everything looked immaculate and represented the characters well.

4. The OST has some good songs. The OST had a lot of songs but only 3 stood out to me, but those 3 songs are really good. It fits the mood in the drama.

The Bad:
1. The story has a lot of plot holes and other miniscule problems. Every once in a while you'll see a scene and wonder "Why and how is this happening?" There are multiple spots where something just magically happens because the plot needs it. Most of these are towards the end. I know they had to cut 16 or so episodes so maybe that's why.
The pacing is also not amazing. Sheng Kingdom (beginning) was exciting, but then things slow down dramatically when we get to the Bo’re dream. The Bo’re dream was really lengthy and it felt unnecessary to dedicate so many episodes to it.

2. The conflict is repetitive. The conflict of middle pt 1 and middle pt 2 (around 25-30 episodes in total) is mainly miscommunication from Tan Taijin and Ye Xiwu. They fall out multiple times and then forgive each other because the past is the past (and because Tan Taijin is a sucker for Ye Xiwu). It gets old real fast when I can predict that Ye Xiwu's actions will make her and Tan Taijin fall out. Sometimes the miscommunication is so frustrating because it would have been fixed if one of them just clarified/trusted each other more. Miscommunication, or rather the lack of communication, still happens towards the end (although it was not as frustrating).

3. Character's thought processes are questionable sometimes. In a lot of instances, I question why Tan Taijin isn't more paranoid about Ye Xiwu. Other characters bring this up too but it's just dismissed as Tan Taijin liking Ye Xiwu . I know he lacks love and what not but come on? She tried to kill you (and almost succeeded) and then said some of the most hurtful things to you, when all you’ve done was to try and make her happy. Why do you chase after her despite all this? When they’re in the immortal realm, Li Susu didn't seem to want to associate with Tan Taijin very much anymore, but then after a single episode of minimal development between the two she suddenly loves him. The end felt like I missed 2 episodes of development.

4. CGI is very hit or miss. Sometimes it looks really good (by cdrama standard) but a lot of times it looks terrible. The cgi in the first 1 episode made me laugh. It looked like something out of a 2000s kids show. It does get better but sometimes the effects just look like jpeg images.

5. Voice dub doesn’t always match up with the mouth. I watched TTEOTM on youtube so the quality isn’t exactly top notch. Maybe it’s only a youtube problem but sometimes (rarely) the sound of the actors’ are completely out of sync with the movement of their mouth.

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Addicting but has too many timelines

I honestly didn't expect this drama to get me as addicted to it as it did but the first couple episodes were very good and got me extremely invested in the drama. I really like the cast and the acting, especially Luo Yun Xi whom I've watched in A Life Time Love before and whose character was actually my favourite there. He sure did not disappoint me here either and I do really enjoy watching him whenever he's on the screen. I also liked Bai Lu's role here quite a lot, especially since her character doesn't seem as incapable as a lot of female Lead roles in c dramas often seem to be. Also, since I've started another drama where the following aspect is bugging me enough that I'm contemplating on dropping it, I realized that I'm very thankful to the fact that they didn't give her a high and cutesy voice but a normal one. Another personal favourite of mine is Sun Zhen Ni as Pian Ran. I've never seen her in a drama before, and I liked her role and performance here a lot.

Now on to things I did not quite enjoy: The timelines. There are four of them which is quite confusing at times. I personally needed to give these timelines names so I could make more or less sense of it:
1 The Original (Li Susu)
2 The Past (Tantai Jin and Ye Xiwu)
3 Way Back/Bo're Life (Ming Ye and Sang Jiu)
4 The Changed Original (Li Susu and Cang Jiumin)

Personally, while I've really enjoyed watching The Original and The Past I didn't really like Way Back and skipped most of it, though ended up watching the first two or so episodes and the last one or two episodes (pretty sure it was episodes 16 and 17) while fast forwarding a lot to be able to get the gist of the plot there. The Changed Original I did enjoy a lot at first, but there are some characters and side plot lines that I didn't really like. Thankfully towards the end the reason why these characters and plotlines got screen time became clear though. All in all I did enjoy the drama a lot and I might rewatch it some time.

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A Visual Masterpiece Undone by Weak Storytelling and Performances

Till the End of the Moon is visually stunning, with impressive CGI and a beautiful original soundtrack that sets the tone perfectly for its fantasy setting. The special effects are among the best seen in recent historical xianxia dramas, and the music lingers in your mind long after the episode ends.

However, while the technical aspects shine, the characters and story fall short in several areas. The male lead, though charismatic, appears overly thin and is often buried under heavy, exaggerated makeup that distracts rather than enhances his performance. The female lead, despite having moments of emotional intensity, doesn’t quite deliver the depth her role requires, making it hard to fully connect with her journey.

The biggest issue lies in the script itself. While the premise is ambitious and full of potential, the narrative struggles with coherence and a troubling portrayal of values and relationships. The drama attempts to explore fate, sacrifice, and love, but its take on morality and personal growth can feel confusing or even problematic at times.

Overall, Till the End of the Moon is a visual feast, but its storytelling and character development leave much to be desired. Worth watching for the aesthetics—just don’t expect too much in terms of emotional or philosophical depth.

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