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Who the f is lee soonhyuk

Why does it bother you? It's not that serious

Is it the final final scene? 😭

Check the cast list

His actions are not justified but his feelings are. If you paid attention you would know it's not because of a follow

Suho's cameo is confirmed

He doesn't look 40 years older don't lie. They chose him for a reason just watch it first and judge him later

It doesn't matter at the end of the day the webtoon is better than both anyways

Why are you guys so fixated on his weight

The only thing I'm upset about is the erasure of Donald duck's tattoos other than that I'm excited.

They are always here 😂. You have not seen them yet

It literally has good reviews what are you talking about 😂

This was so cute 😂. Please do this with the remaining characters

Lmao the crash out 😂. Season 2 is the main story of the webtoon and we care more about the plot and the characters rather than the actors. Thanks we shall enjoy the show coming soon on April 18.

I checked this out because people kept comparing it to Weak Hero Class 1, so I had to see what the hype was about. Overall, it’s a solid action drama with an engaging plot and mostly interesting characters. The fights are over-the-top but fun, and I liked that it doesn’t take itself too seriously.

The Good

The storyline is simple but effective—a guy who struggles academically but is determined to get into university ends up fighting his way through a school full of delinquents. The pacing is solid, the action scenes are well-choreographed (even if they defy logic), and most of the characters are distinct enough to keep things interesting. It’s easy to get hooked.

The Issues

My biggest issue? Gamin is just too overpowered. No matter who he fights, he barely struggles, so there’s no real tension. It’s fun watching him dominate, but there’s never a moment where I actually worry about him losing, which makes it hard to be truly invested in his journey.

The villains were also disappointing. I’ve seen a lot of hype around the main villain, but let’s be honest—people only like him because the actor is hot. There’s nothing about his character that makes him memorable, which is a shame because the actor is talented (he was great in Night Has Come). They just didn’t give him enough depth to be a compelling antagonist. A great villain should have presence—someone like Han Seo-jun from Beyond Evil, who had a calm yet eerie aura that made every scene tense. The Study Group villain, on the other hand, just felt underdeveloped.

And then there’s the guy whose mom dies… completely useless. He barely contributed to the plot and could’ve been removed without changing anything.

Final Thoughts

Despite its flaws, Study Group is entertaining. The fast pacing, wild fight scenes, and engaging plot make it fun to watch, even if it’s not the most realistic or emotionally gripping drama. If you’re looking for action and don’t mind a little absurdity, it’s definitely worth checking out. Overall 9/10

I've finally finished this and oh boy how the mighty have fallen Alright, I’ve seen a lot of debates about which season is better, so here’s my two cents. And no, my issue with Season 2 is NOT about the actress change. Go Yoon-jung is great; I’ve seen her in other dramas, and she can act. My problem is with how they handled Naksu’s character.

The Naksu Issue

In Season 1, Naksu was a top-tier assassin, intelligent, ruthless, and strategic, even when stuck in Mu-deok’s body. She was a force. But in Season 2? She was just... there. Stripped of her memories, her skills, and honestly, her entire personality. Instead of being the sharp, badass character we loved, she became a damsel in distress. People defend it by saying, “Oh, but she lost her memories,” but come on. Even if she didn’t remember being Naksu, she should’ve still had that fire in her. Instead, they turned her into someone who just reacts to everything happening around her rather than taking control like before.

Jang Uk – A Solid Character Arc

Jang Uk, though? He was consistent. In Season 1, he was fun, ambitious, and struggling to prove himself. In Season 2, he became a tragic, brooding anti-hero, which made sense considering what he went through. His character arc worked, and I liked seeing his pain and how he dealt with his new power. But let’s be honest—his whole romance in Season 2 only worked because of the hot leads having chemistry. If we’re being real, most people who love Season 2 just wanted to see Lee Jae-wook and Go Yoon-jung making heart eyes at each other. That’s literally the only argument I’ve seen in favor of Season 2. Not the plot, not the writing—just vibes.

The Plot, Theme & Consistency

I’ll give credit where it’s due—Alchemy of Souls overall had a great world-building setup, and the plot remained engaging. Season 2 had a darker, more mature theme, which I didn’t mind. But the problem was. consistency. Some storylines felt rushed, and a lot of what made Season 1 special (like the humor and squad dynamics) was missing. It felt like they were so focused on making Jang Uk broody and tragic that they forgot to let the characters breathe.
If you loved Season 2, that’s fine! But let’s be honest, it’s not because the story was better—it’s because two insanely attractive leads had romantic tension. Meanwhile, Season 1 gave us a better balance of action, humor, romance, and world-building. I just wish they had handled Naksu’s character with the same care in Season 2. Would have made the whole thing way more impactful.

Let's not lie 😂

Suho is still a significant character while being absent

That would be horrible 😭. I can't imagine suho fighting ben and loosing while sieun watches

Yes but in the live action he clearly isn't