Way late to this show. Only watched it because I saw the cast for S2 and I figured I needed to watch this in order to watch S2 for Shin Sekyung. I enjoyed the acting. Characters were mostly well written. Story on the other hand. Starting at episode 14 I ended up skipping through a lot of scenes. The main plot of the show revolving around a political game where you don't care for either side of the political situation is bad writing. There were 3 parties (Tagon/Priest/Mihul) for the majority of the show that all wanted to rule. None of those parties were interesting. I never once felt for any of them or that one side deserved power more than the other. Yet this was the main plot. What should have been the main plot felt like a relegated side story. The only characters and story arcs that really matter to the viewer are that of Eun Seom and Tan Ya. Despite being the main two protags the last time they interacted is way back in episode 2. This isn't a complaint about lack of romance. It is a complain about over all story telling. This show isn't some massive anthology series like a fantasy CDrama where something like this makes sense since you are going to have 60 episodes. Even with a 12 episode second season coming it is already predictable despite taking place 10 years later. And that is because the majority of the plot doesn't actually matter. Who cares who is ruling Arth. The only thing any one cares about in this series is peace for the people of Wahun and the rest of the slaves. It isn't like GoT where there are actually different factions going for the throne that all have a relatively good story behind them. It is a nation that no one cares about with a side plot that should be front and centre.
A truly better plot following the same premise. There is one main political force which is ruled by Tagon's father. Tagon plots for the throne still. Tan Ya after being broken by the "loss" of her love decides still to seek power in order to rescue her people by assisting Tagon in his politcal venture. No other political sides are needed. Meanwhile, after his failed attempt to rescue his friends and family, Eun Seom flees and is eventually captured and sent off as a slave still. Rallying the slaves and finding an unlikely ally in the Eastern tribes he returns to fight the nation of Arth in order to free the slaves and rescue his beloved. Added filler within. Basically the same plot only difference being the plot is no longer focused on the throne of a nation you don't care about. It is entirely focused on rescuing the slaves and seeking equality for all. Instead of 18 episodes 1st season and 12 second season you get one 16 episode season with a plot that is actually engaging all the way through.
I like both actresses though I have seen more works of jsm but I like them both
I have only seen one other thing with JSM where she wasn't a support role and that was D-Day. She was good in it. I find she is too safe with her roles. Most of her dramas don't interest me. She is a great actress but she tends to avoid big roles (obviously excluding AoS). GYJ has been mostly support characters but she often steals the show when she is on the screen. Sweet Home and Law School proved this. Even in 'He is Psychometric' her character was one that you really just wanted to protect. She has deserved to be a lead actress for a while. Hope she gets many more after this incredible performance.
When do you guys think naksu (BY) will get her memories back? Pls say this weekend bc we really don’t have much…
Closer to end of season. Jang Uk will find out it is her first. Likely, Lee Cheol will tell him. He wont believe it at first but will start to see the subtle things that makes him believe it is her. She will get her memories back but similar to right now she will think she is just seeing the memories of someone else. When she truly does get her memories back it will be a very heartbreaking episode. It will represent two things. One she will be destroyed by what she did in the past. And two it will represent the loss of innocence as she transitions from the very happy character we are coming to love right now back in to what she once was.
you can check the images at the top you want, suzy is just like in her 20's
I guarantee she has far fewer wrinkles than the vast majority of people who are 28 in this world. She does not look her age lol. Skin care in Korea is far superior to most countries. They look younger than their age for a long time. Most of what you are describing comes down to make-up choices being more mature. She can easily pull of someone younger.
as in Ever Night 2, the main characters change and so I abandon this series too.
You should probably watch Ever Night 2. The only disappointing cast change is the Dao maniac. Season 2 is actually very good despite the changes. Only disappointing thing is we wont likely get season 3.
As for this show the cast members weren't available for filming. However they were replaced with superior acting talent so I'm sure they will fit the roles well.
To me, Kim Ji Won is Tanya. Idk if I can see someone else playing Tanya. She’s so graceful and goddess-like,…
I have never seen anything where Shin Se Kyung was anything but above average. I'm not sure about the cast changes for season 2 but I guarantee she can pull off the role flawlessly.
And the winner for best chemistry between actors in all of acting (not just kdramas) goes to... Go Yoon Jung and Lee Jae Wook! Wow. Episode 4 had me floored. This show's part 2 has yet to miss for me. Then again part 1 only missed a couple of times over all. In fewer episodes I doubt this will miss at all. Screw all the haters lol. Go Yoon Jung is wonderful in this role. That girl can act.
A truly better plot following the same premise. There is one main political force which is ruled by Tagon's father. Tagon plots for the throne still. Tan Ya after being broken by the "loss" of her love decides still to seek power in order to rescue her people by assisting Tagon in his politcal venture. No other political sides are needed. Meanwhile, after his failed attempt to rescue his friends and family, Eun Seom flees and is eventually captured and sent off as a slave still. Rallying the slaves and finding an unlikely ally in the Eastern tribes he returns to fight the nation of Arth in order to free the slaves and rescue his beloved. Added filler within. Basically the same plot only difference being the plot is no longer focused on the throne of a nation you don't care about. It is entirely focused on rescuing the slaves and seeking equality for all. Instead of 18 episodes 1st season and 12 second season you get one 16 episode season with a plot that is actually engaging all the way through.
As for this show the cast members weren't available for filming. However they were replaced with superior acting talent so I'm sure they will fit the roles well.