Yu Jin Chang An (2026)

Patriot drama scam; it was common love story.

I watched this as someone who never watch long drama version so it based from my own experience. I watched this in the day drama was released.

I was expecting a heroic female general's inspirational story, but I was wrong. Well, this drama still rely heavily on kissing scenes and i was quite annoyed on the kissing on first scene since FL as general should instinctively get her judo skill if she encountered danger?

Although, I quite like Guo Yu Xin, I felt she wasn't suitable for the role of a female general Her characterization didn't quite match of her as a patriot general. The plot had many holes, and the cause and effect were unclear. You need to get through the confusing beginning. For the chemistry between her and Yan Zi Xian, it was still passable to watch.

FL speech was contradicting from the action for the example she said to crown prince "I will never allow my future to be about fighting for a man," is followed by her suddenly borrowing 50,000 troops from the crown prince to attack a Gu sect and rescue the ML.

The switching between the young and adult versions of the ML's scenes is very smooth and natural. Patriotic tale is scam, it is actually a story of personal romance, and the ending completely disregards logical details.

Only for hardcore fans of the actors.

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A Drama Where A Fierce General And A Cursed Prince Fall Hard, Fast, and Forever

It’s an entertaining, well-rounded watch, especially for viewers who love romance-driven stories with devoted puppy male leads, strong female leads who fight for love, and a plot that prioritizes romance while weaving in action, humor, and light war politics.

GYX, who I have only seen in soft roles, plays an army general here. The character she plays is both formidable and vulnerable, a woman who leads armies yet still longs and loves deeply. I like that she doesn't feel overly masculinized and her action scenes are incredible.
YZX plays a dual role with nuance. Early on, his character is pure devotion - a poisoned, masked prince whose world revolves entirely around the FL. Yes, he starts out as a devoted puppy, but it works because the story leans into that intensity. Once his memories return, his performance gains layers : internal conflict and heartbreak as he tries - and fails - to cut off his feelings
he chemistry is palpable and scorching between these two beautiful people. They look great together, and the romance is unapologetically front and center. The kisses are beautifully shot and intense.
This drama is romance heavy - War and political intrigue exist mainly as a backdrop rather than the main focus. As a romance junkie, I loved this choice. The stakes are high, but they never overshadow the emotional core.
Production Quality is high for a vertical drama. Costumes are rich and detailed, sets and scenery are stunning, fight choreography is well done and so is the OST.
Does it lack some narrative depth? Yes. The war and political elements are underdeveloped, and the ‘Gu-worm magic’ instant attraction limits the emotional complexity the romance could have explored. That said, for a vertical drama, I was ok with it being a bit surface level - and more importantly, it remained consistently engaging and entertaining throughout.

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