Caution:It will test your patience
If you’re drawn to love stories that feel more like battles than romances, Feud might pull you in — but not without testing your patience.
I went into Feud expecting a typical Xianxia romance — and while it did follow some genre tropes, it also surprised me in a few unexpected ways.
First of all, I have very mixed feelings about the main couple. In the beginning, the chemistry between Bai Lu and Joseph Zeng felt off. Their tension didn’t come across as romantic or electric — it was just… uncomfortable. It took several episodes before their dynamic started to feel more natural. But once it clicked, it really worked. Their love-hate pull had this addictive emotional push-pull that kept me invested, even when the plot started dragging.
The story itself had some genuinely beautiful themes — fate, karma, redemption, and the blurry line between gods and demons. Some of those human moments really hit, especially scenes that explored memory, sacrifice, and grief. But it also repeated itself a lot. Characters kept going in circles, making the same decisions or having similar confrontations, which slowed the pace and made the middle part feel unnecessarily drawn out.
Side characters? Wasted potential. A few had interesting backstories or emotional arcs, but they were barely explored. It’s a shame because developing them would’ve made the world feel more alive and taken some of the pressure off the main storyline.
The CGI was impressive, though! Especially for a fantasy drama — the effects, set design, and world-building really elevated the whole vibe. Visually, Feud is stunning.
Now, the ending… yeah. It was confusing. I get what they were trying to do — go for something symbolic and emotionally open-ended — but it just didn’t land for me. There were too many loose threads and not enough closure, especially after such a long emotional buildup.
Overall:
Feud had great ideas, some strong emotional moments, and gorgeous visuals. But it struggled with pacing, underdeveloped side plots, and a finale that left more questions than answers. I still recommend it if you’re into slow-burn Xianxia with complex themes — just don’t expect a satisfying resolution.
Rating: 7/10
Would I rewatch? Probably only the romantic scenes.
Would I recommend? Yes, but with a warning.
I went into Feud expecting a typical Xianxia romance — and while it did follow some genre tropes, it also surprised me in a few unexpected ways.
First of all, I have very mixed feelings about the main couple. In the beginning, the chemistry between Bai Lu and Joseph Zeng felt off. Their tension didn’t come across as romantic or electric — it was just… uncomfortable. It took several episodes before their dynamic started to feel more natural. But once it clicked, it really worked. Their love-hate pull had this addictive emotional push-pull that kept me invested, even when the plot started dragging.
The story itself had some genuinely beautiful themes — fate, karma, redemption, and the blurry line between gods and demons. Some of those human moments really hit, especially scenes that explored memory, sacrifice, and grief. But it also repeated itself a lot. Characters kept going in circles, making the same decisions or having similar confrontations, which slowed the pace and made the middle part feel unnecessarily drawn out.
Side characters? Wasted potential. A few had interesting backstories or emotional arcs, but they were barely explored. It’s a shame because developing them would’ve made the world feel more alive and taken some of the pressure off the main storyline.
The CGI was impressive, though! Especially for a fantasy drama — the effects, set design, and world-building really elevated the whole vibe. Visually, Feud is stunning.
Now, the ending… yeah. It was confusing. I get what they were trying to do — go for something symbolic and emotionally open-ended — but it just didn’t land for me. There were too many loose threads and not enough closure, especially after such a long emotional buildup.
Overall:
Feud had great ideas, some strong emotional moments, and gorgeous visuals. But it struggled with pacing, underdeveloped side plots, and a finale that left more questions than answers. I still recommend it if you’re into slow-burn Xianxia with complex themes — just don’t expect a satisfying resolution.
Rating: 7/10
Would I rewatch? Probably only the romantic scenes.
Would I recommend? Yes, but with a warning.
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