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Even i have also watched plenty of sageuks and chinese historical dramas, this one truly stands out. Its not only depends upon how many historical dramas you have seen but about the new elements they bring, the quality of execution and how authentically they depict historical aspects. From these perspectives, this drama does justice to history. It has a rawness that most tv sageuks lack and its authenticity is what makes it unique. Besides this, kingdom is another standout saguek (fantasy) drama, definitely superior to this one but this one is also quite impressive, not just okayish.

Most tv saguk dramas aim to portray human behavior subtly, given the constraints of family friendly programming. In contrast, OTT platforms offer more freedom to present human behavior authentically, including intimate scenes, which is why some series are rated 18+.

This content is not explicit enough to be compared to po*n and disliking it doesnt negate the existence of the erotica genre. If its not to your taste, you can always enjoy tv saguk dramas, which present human behavior in other nuanced ways.

Now you dont have anything else to say thats why you are blabbering nonsense??

Did you not notice the long beards and rough skin of kings and other men?? That explain the historical accuracy you are questioning.

Queens and other royal women have better skin because they have people to take care of their health and appearance.

It seems you forgot that smut is a subgenre here. In many Korean manhwas, smut is a subgenre that often features well rounded storylines. Similarly, this series has a well constructed plot, with smut/erotica as a subgenre, which is why its rated 18+.

If you struggle with understanding and comprehension, Im afraid i cant help. Please find something else to do. Im not interested.

So you are also the kind of person who wants to have the last word to feel good?? Because you are doing the same thing??

A 2 second focus on the queen?? Are you kidding me?? Most of the focus was on the queen and the king, while the ladies were engaging in sexual activity in the background. The whole point of the scene was to show how the queen reacts to her husband's sexual activity with other women. I guess you have some understanding comprehension, so thats not my issue here.

So you didnt watched scene properly?? You didnt saw disgust on her face and her expressions??

The scene aimed to depict the royal sex life within its historical context and it succeeds in doing so. Your question about the two servant ladies transferring ice from mouth to mouth was actually central to illustrating the sexual practices of the royals. It wasnt gratuitous, rather the focus remained on the king and queen, with the sexual activity occurring in the background.

The term SMUT is relevant here, which is why the show is rated 18+ rather than 15+. Know the difference.

This idea was suggested by Eul Pa So. From the king's perspective, he took the necessary steps to keep his distance from her. Her steadfast loyalty, despite witnessing his sexual involvement with other women, underscores her commitment and strengthens her character. Thus, that scene was essential for illustrating her loyalty and deepening her character.

Do you even watched carefully??
It wasnt meant for his enjoyment. He was simply trying to provoke the queen so she would become angry or displeased and distance herself from him. Pay attention to the scene that follows, where the king speaks with Eul pa so.

Im not sure if you watched the scene carefully but it wasnt meant for his enjoyment. He was simply trying to provoke the queen so she would become angry or displeased and distance herself from him. Pay attention to the scene that follows, where the king speaks with Eul pa so.

Additionally, whats wrong with that scene?? I have seen many similar scenes in korean historical smut manhwas. They often portray how kings and royals enjoyed their sex lives with numerous servant ladies, engaging in their activities and sometimes even taking pleasure in watching others. Orgies are a more modern concept seen in netflix western shows whereas these types of scenes fits very well with historical settings.

The sex scenes in this drama arent unnecessary at all, they are carefully placed and offer deeper insights into the characters. In ancient times, the sexual lives of royals were often intense and varied, involving everything from heterosexual encounters with concubines and maids to sodomy with eunuchs. Most korean sageuks being tv dramas, shy away from explicit scenes because tv is generally viewed by families. However OTT platforms allow for more creative freedom, enabling makers to depict historical realities more authentically, including the often wild sexual lives of royals.

Most of the sex scenes add depth to the characters and give them the weight they need. Unlike most sageuks, where the king’s romantic interest is usually limited to the main FL, this drama shows a more realistic portrayal. JCW’s sex scenes with different servant ladies are well explained. While he loves Queen Woo, it doesnt stop him from engaging with multiple sexual partners. The third prince’s sex scene with his wife starkly portrays his cruelty, while the shaman lady’s scene with the FL’s sister subtly suggests the presence of homosexuality in those times. These scenes are integral to the story, not unnecessary.

I would have accepted that they were trying to westernize this drama if it was set in modern times, like in hierarchy, fabulous or somebody. However korean historical movies have often presented such explicit scenes to depict the wild sex lives of ancient korean royals.
Moreover, the drama is set during the Goguryeo dynasty, which was known for being more rugged and untamed compared to the joseon dynasty. These explicit scenes help convey that particular atmosphere.

First, go and educate yourself. This show is a TVING original, created primarily with the Korean audience in mind. While its sold to Viu for international streaming, Viu isnt involved in the production at all. Here, the international audience is a secondary priority, while Koreans are the main target audience. This differs from Netflix, where both Korean and international audiences are prioritized. Thats why you often see more westernization in Netflix original dramas, whereas local Korean OTT originals, like those from TVING or Coupang, are largely targeted towards local Koreans, with the international audience as a secondary priority.

Take any example of TVING or Coupang originals versus Netflix originals, and you will notice a vast difference between them.

So, educate yourself before you start spewing nonsense.

I wonder if Sun Hui might have split personality disorder, with her alternate personality being a psychopathic killer. If so, she could be responsible for all the murders, with her parents covering up her crimes.

In one scene, Sun Hui tells her father, "Im scared of both of you," to which he replies, "Im the one who is scared of you," before her mother intervenes just in time.

Even in the 1st episode, when Sun Hui returns home and says, "I killed Gyeong Ho," her mother's reaction was like Sun Hui is indeed capable of murder and has possibly done so before.

Sun Hui's parents are the prime suspects in everyone's eyes, likely because they might be covering up her crimes, though everyone believes they are the actual criminals.

Im absolutely in love with this show. This is how romcoms should be done. While romcoms often rely on cliches and silly scenes, incorporating a meaningful and heartwarming story can truly make a difference. Many romcoms last year failed due to overusing cliches and weak storylines. However, this one has a clear purpose. It offers a compelling story, well developed characters with strong backstories and noticeable growth in every episode.

Im particularly pleased that Seok Ryu's decision to quit and return to her home country isnt just about her cheating boyfriend but also addresses workplace harassment (i hope this the right term to call what Seok Ryu faced at Greip's office). This is a profound topic. Being mistreated in a foreign land, far from family and friends must be incredibly painful. Seok Ryu must have questioned whether it was worth leaving her home country and loved ones behind for such treatment. I hope there is more to her story that unfolds in the States.

Additionally im enjoying the second couple. Mo Eum’s relationship with that child is adorable and im sure that Mo Eum will develop a sweet connection with the little girl.

I really love how the story is unfolding here. Beyond building relationships like friendship and love, the show also focuses on each lead character’s individual professional journey. It explores the conflicts they face, how they progress and how they deal with these challenges, making the drama a wholesome watch. While its not strictly an office drama, it doesnt ignore the fact that these characters have their own careers and personal issues.

Seok Ryu’s struggle is portrayed realistically. With everyone around her working, its understandable that she feels frustrated about being jobless. She has her own inner conflict to manage and i like how Seung Hyo isnt overly involved in her professional or personal life. Despite being best friends since childhood, he gives her plenty of space.

The pacing is excellent and the storyline develops naturally without feeling forced. The chemistry between Seok Ryu and Seung Hyo is natural and the director handles it subtly without overdoing it. He is using their dynamic very cleverly.

I also like that Seung Hyo isnt portrayed as a complete simp.

Overall EP 3 was excellent watch & it was better tgan previous 2 EPs.

Above mentioned review/comment is for ppl who have doubts regarding the series.

This show was a wild ride, divided across two timelines and two storylines. The first timeline is set in 2001 and spans 23 years. In this storyline, a whole family is destroyed by a serial killer and it ends in ep 6 with SML's son taking revenge by killing the serial killer. The second timeline is set in the present and its even crazier but somehow, ML manages to save his family and friends.

The last 3 episodes were absolutely intense. At times, things didnt make sense, but by ep 6, everything comes together. In ep 6, the first storyline set in 2001 concludes, while episodes 7 and 8 focus on wrapping up the main story set in the present. Episodes 6, 7 & 8 were my absolute favorites.

The execution was superb and the acting was marvelous. Go Minsi nailed her role as a psychopath, she was an absolute menace. I really hated her character and when Roh Yoonseo beat her that scene was so satisfying. There were plenty of scenes where Go Minsi's character was beaten by various characters and i loved those moments. Aside from Go Minsi, SML’s acting was also spot on but he barely gets any screen time in the second half. His son takes over and leads the first storyline.

Overall, it was a really well done art thriller. It reminded me a lot of Mask Girl and i think this one also falls under the art thriller category.

She is prosecutor and yet to make her appearance. In E5 she will make her first appearance.

What an episode!! This mess is so fu*ked up. The last scene gave me chills. They have all turned completely evil now.

It really shows how far people will go to protect their loved ones and Song Pan Ho has definitely crossed the line.

But Ho Yeong is seriously getting on my nerves. Because of him, someone died and now he has the nerve to befriend that guy’s sister. Its infuriating.

Kim Kang Heon's aura is 100000000+!! When he was slapping his elder son in EP3, it genuinely scared me. Meanwhile Kim Sang Hyuk is getting hotter with every passing episode 🔥🔥. These two characters are definitely hard carrying the whole show.

On the other hand, Song Pang Ho is getting badly trapped in his own plans and im really scared for him. I cant even imagine what woo one family has in store for him.