"I want to preserve our cultural heritage!"*goes in a destroys most of the actual relics in favour of a few shiny…
Yea it seemed his motivation was more getting answers, than actual preservation. As long as he got his answers, he didn't really care about getting any artifacts out - it was the rest of the team that always explored that idea.
Compared to Ultimate Note and Tomb of the Sea, which both came out a few years later, it felt lacking. I greatly…
I picked this up when I was in the mood for action. Going in - I only knew enough to know that this was the first series installment to a larger franchise. I was intrigued by Qiling and Wu Xie, but turned off by Pangzi, the uncle, High Jr, and the numerous questions throughout that NEVER get answered. Thankfully, since I'm very character-driven, not plot-driven, I didn't mind going through franchise spoilers for the various series and books. I remember being flabbergasted at learning Pangzi is one of the major 3 - this version of the character was an absolute turn-off. I'm looking forward to the sequels (especially UN, i've been hearing that that one's a favorite).
When JGY told NHS that he will teach him how to play the Song of Clarity, I was like no way he's gonna teach him…
I'm so sad we're not getting a branch-off series of how Huaisang finds out EVERYTHING and sets everything else in motion. Perhaps even a bit of him behind-the-scenes during the events of the Untamed.
But then again, that might be too dark for China's current tv censorship. Because the things Huaisang would have to do - and there's no one for the director's to pin his actions on (like they pinned some of WWX's novel actions on JGY).
Anybody know whether the content is supported by the novel/MXTX?
Yes and No. Some of the scenes are supported by the novel to greater or less extent. But the chronology seems to be quite off. Plus, i believe Nie Zhonghui is supposed to be Huisang's confidant according to one of MXTX's interviews - and they made it look like it here as well, but then they killed him off?
But I still think it's a good watch, because it does help show some of that brotherly love and the moment that Huisang changes really well.
a very sad film for a very strong brotherly bond. Huaisang shows his fierce side. I liked the ending scene a lot.…
The first flashback is what Guangyao was playing in their hall. And then the second flashback, when they were at the the sword sacrifice hall, was when Huaisang was playing the song that Guangyao had specifically taught him (as Guangyao had said he would in one of the other flashback scenes).
Essentially, Guangyao had stitched the original song with notes of poison, and when Huaisang saw the sheet music flapping on the floor, he realized that the notes that Guangyao had been playing (and that Guangyao had taught him) didn't all match what was in the sheet music. Huaisang is extremely intelligent, especially with the arts - so those small difference stood out to him. Furthermore, it was when Huaisang had gotten further into the song, where there were multiple changes, that MingJui's calmness turned menacing again.
Honestly, i wonder if the sheet music in Ming Jiu's room was a sign that Ming Jiu had started to suspect the song wasnt what it appeared to be - but didn't know what to look for.
Did you watch something else bestie? Cause I can not seem to find the sad part you are refering to.
Perhaps they only watched Part 1 and then dipped out?
Or maybe they're unsatisfied with them technically not being out again yet, even after 4 years. Some people wanted some big fight with an overall and clear victory towards PatxPran (like what they do in many Western shows, and a select few Eastern ones). And some people think that secretly dating is never okay, no matter the situation.
I personally am very satisfied, happy, and completely understand the ending being how it is. But I understand that some people, for various reasons, may not like these particular aspects of the story.
Cafe scene was HILARIOUS! I laughed so hard. 🤣🤣🤣🤣I did find Prince taking off Mikey's shirt a bit…
I was very pleasantly surprised when it was revealed that Bobby is a drag queen - I hadn't seen that in an Asian BL before.
And agreed - taking Mikey's shirt off was very odd. Like if he was worried about his breathing, just undo the top couple buttons. The whole scene, and the shower scene, were just very out of place.
Fair perspective. I haven't finished this show yet - so I might very well wind up agreeing with you. But I have heard that the webnovel this is based on is BL. And that many other viewers saw plenty of BL moments throughout the series up until the end.
And this could've been finishing up filming/production right when the censorship guidelines went into place (which could also explain why everyone thought the end felt rushed and out-of-place). Meanwhile, Word of Honor, Guardian, and Untamed had time to write that ambiguity into place. But that's just a theory - like I said, I haven't finished it yet.
I know this is an old comment, but i figured i should address it for future viewers of this comment section. This show is from mainland china. So it’s not so much queerbaiting, as it is censorship. There is a difference. Many mainland chinese bromances are adapted from BL novels and do the best they can to portray the relationship while abiding by censorship guidelines. If you were expecting any intimacy or an ending where they end up/are shown together (it’s why Word of Honor’s released but unaired special ending was so important), those go against the guidelines. The way to get China to allow queer romance on tv again, is to get rid of the stigma - and support of censored stories like this is part of it.
The comment section is most definitely not just for spoilers. Scroll a little bit on any drama and you will see potential viewers asking questions as well as fans sharing fun facts/behind the scenes/tips for streaming/general emotions. So yes, if this was a spoiler, it should have had a spoiler tag - that way scrollers have the option to view or not.
However, I am not gonna lie - there are people who go overboard and request spoiler tags on things that are not plot points or significant - and therefore would not count as spoilers.
The boxing match is what Lady Q wants to see (so not a spoiler). And the whole Thanu mess was well established in the first season and in the season 2 trailer - so also, not a spoiler.
I'm not going to bring up everything else because it's been talked about, but what the fu*k is Sandee's problem?…
For real, And Sandee has no sense of collateral damage. Wayu is over here thinking Phai is doing this mess. In the first season I thought Sandee liked Phai, but because of his actions and the whole soulmate talk thing - I think maybe he feels he owes Phai something? Or maybe he feels jilted by his own soulmate and doesn't want Phai to go through the same thing?
As for the turn around time, it's not uncommon for Asian shows to film only a few episodes ahead of airing. 1.) To see about changes in funding based on popularity (but i don't think that's the case for this series); and 2.) to adjust certain plot points in accordance to audience reactions (especially surrounding potentially problematic or controversial subjects; or around pairings that the writers aren't sure on - I remember a poll that went out shortly after ss1 ended asking fans who they thought Wayu should end up with in ssn 2 with a response about "being heard" or something like that - it made me so angry).
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But then again, that might be too dark for China's current tv censorship. Because the things Huaisang would have to do - and there's no one for the director's to pin his actions on (like they pinned some of WWX's novel actions on JGY).
But I still think it's a good watch, because it does help show some of that brotherly love and the moment that Huisang changes really well.
Essentially, Guangyao had stitched the original song with notes of poison, and when Huaisang saw the sheet music flapping on the floor, he realized that the notes that Guangyao had been playing (and that Guangyao had taught him) didn't all match what was in the sheet music. Huaisang is extremely intelligent, especially with the arts - so those small difference stood out to him. Furthermore, it was when Huaisang had gotten further into the song, where there were multiple changes, that MingJui's calmness turned menacing again.
Honestly, i wonder if the sheet music in Ming Jiu's room was a sign that Ming Jiu had started to suspect the song wasnt what it appeared to be - but didn't know what to look for.
Or maybe they're unsatisfied with them technically not being out again yet, even after 4 years. Some people wanted some big fight with an overall and clear victory towards PatxPran (like what they do in many Western shows, and a select few Eastern ones). And some people think that secretly dating is never okay, no matter the situation.
I personally am very satisfied, happy, and completely understand the ending being how it is. But I understand that some people, for various reasons, may not like these particular aspects of the story.
And agreed - taking Mikey's shirt off was very odd. Like if he was worried about his breathing, just undo the top couple buttons. The whole scene, and the shower scene, were just very out of place.
And this could've been finishing up filming/production right when the censorship guidelines went into place (which could also explain why everyone thought the end felt rushed and out-of-place). Meanwhile, Word of Honor, Guardian, and Untamed had time to write that ambiguity into place. But that's just a theory - like I said, I haven't finished it yet.
And fr, the amount of love Bad Buddy is getting - even while still airing - is absolutely amazing. And it deserves it - it's a masterpiece.
I did not know that tidbit. I wonder why they thought it was necessary? It's well established he likes to go to the gym. Hmmm.
However, I am not gonna lie - there are people who go overboard and request spoiler tags on things that are not plot points or significant - and therefore would not count as spoilers.
As for the turn around time, it's not uncommon for Asian shows to film only a few episodes ahead of airing. 1.) To see about changes in funding based on popularity (but i don't think that's the case for this series); and 2.) to adjust certain plot points in accordance to audience reactions (especially surrounding potentially problematic or controversial subjects; or around pairings that the writers aren't sure on - I remember a poll that went out shortly after ss1 ended asking fans who they thought Wayu should end up with in ssn 2 with a response about "being heard" or something like that - it made me so angry).