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The art of deception
I rarely write reviews, but the recent dramas I’ve watched have made my hands itch to write something (LOL).
Starting with the villains’ past experiences, the phrase “how will you live without hatred?” becomes the basis of the story, especially since they need power to get whatever they want. The story then unfolds, revealing that the ghost seal that is able to gather a large army becomes a tool for power struggles, massacres, and revenge. Here, we are introduced to the main character (ML) as a revenge seeker, utilizing his knowledge of astronomy, geometry, and more. His battle of wits and calmness when facing his enemies really amazed me; I wondered how he managed to control his hatred. This aspect is evident in the first half of the story and kept me interested. The second half of the show introduces a new phrase: “The most powerful trick is to deceive people by telling the truth. Mix one lie with nine truths.” This applies to the masked benefactor, who plays the mastermind behind ML’s misery.
The actors are great, and the CGI and directing are precise. So, if you like mind game revenge tropes, this drama is highly recommended for you. For me, it scores 8.5, because this show is really entertaining to pass the time.
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Spy thing
I watched this because I was curious about spy stories set in the imperial era. While many historical dramas I’ve watched have always featured stories about war, politics, and romance, none of them had a spy setting that felt truly grounded (no fancy palaces or fancy outfits).As the story progressed, 24 War Strategies kept me curious and learning, so I kept watching until the end of the series.
This was a great series with something new for me, and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys spy dramas.
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Accept yourself before you love someone else
The first I watched this series was because of OST Xiang Liu (LYF) which appears in some episode, and the alpaca which is very interesting that it can appear in the dramaAnd I fascinated with both ML and FL acting, the 2nd couple also very good to express the emotions.
Although the first ep was a bit annoying because of continuous some miss that not intended, but after the half second of drama, the story gets more interesting
I like the romcom vibes, and how the actors conveyed them
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Stick to your faith
I watched this because of Bai Yu, although his screen time was not as much as I expected. However, his emotions and acting were engaging enough to make up for it.The story, told in three periods, is presented consistently and is easy to understand. The show depicts a group of people with a strong belief that evil deserves justice and that the law can give them the punishment they deserve. However, it is unfortunate that these loyal people have to take such drastic measures to bring the evildoers to justice, but it is completely in line with their beliefs. I love how adorable they are when discussing the case while eating hotpot. The Tree Musketeers.
The main character (ML) - Yan Liang is a great detective, but she is too quiet. I had to slowly deduce her thoughts because he is not the talkative type (LOL, honestly, it was a bit tiring, but it's okay, I watched the series until the last episode).
If you enjoy Thriller -Suspense dramas, I highly recommend this series; it is definitely worth a watch
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True sincerity can dissolve hatred
Truth spoken from the heart can build a bridge over a chasm. This show uses the image of sincere truth as a bridge, showing sincerity as the basis for overcoming and eliminating hatred. The drama depicts the journey of two individuals with opposing missions: revenge and redemption. Although their journey may not be smooth, they overcome obstacles, leading to a happy ending for both leads.Although some character deaths felt unnecessary, this is a drama and a dramatic plot is essential for a historical romance. I had high expectations for the political struggles and wars of the Three Kingdoms era depicted in this series, but the romance and comedy kept me hooked until the very last episode. Thanks to the cast and production, they played a significant role in the success of this drama.
For me, this is a 8.5. The healing journey itself is a breath of fresh air amidst the typical revenge plot, as revenge can be mentally exhausting.
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WHERE IT BEGAN IS WHERE IT ENDS
Despite the debate about whether it's boy romance, brotherly-hood, or cutscene problem (no offence), this series has really a good plot, enough to make you curious and wait for the next episode or even waiting until 2 whole years (2023-2025) and reading the novel back and forth. Based on synopsys, this series focuses on Luo Wenzhou, a captain of the special investigation department of Xinzhou city, solving cases that come continuously with the assistance of Pei Su, an eccentric President Pei Group who somehow manages to be involved in each and every single one of them.Like what is say in The novel synopsis - novel priest (Mo Du), sources this series - which tells you about human nature and struggles, about life and trauma and how sometimes if you whisper help, someone would walk through fire to pull you out of the abyss, this series portrays most accurately what the novel can't show like racing cars, fighting scene, bombing car or building, and actor expression when explaining his trauma (PS), experience and other emotions. Even though so many scenes don't make sense because of cutting or censorship (which is why I don't know the reason) you can fill it with reading the novel, and you will feel complete (if you have time and are too curious about the story).
This show is about finding justice and fair trial and that desperation can either bring the best or the worst out of people. The cases from three generations were being dug out to be resolved which is related to criminals with DNA defects -zero empathy-. As the principle SID -Justice will never lose its glory in darkness- and the credibility of the investigation office can be restored, thanks to team 6 members. There are 3 parties involved here. the first one is SID which join force with PS, the second is the organizations that selters many wanted criminals, PS father is one of the former member (money bank) of this organizations and he call this group is ‘his sword’ to smoothened his business path and the last is the reciter/cleaner/janitor with hatred and resentment left because of their love on are murdered or violated by those group, the latest episode shows that PS father join this force, betrayed the organizations.
All of the actor can pull out the characters in the book really well, such as how mischievous, righteous and clever LWZ as captain of special investigation dept, and how complicated character PS has because of how he raised, how environmental change his character and how he struggles with the past and his DNA. Even the actor who acts as a criminal can make me feel like a creep.
Even until now, I like to rewatch this series, and hoping the official subtitles team will broadcast this series cause it's a pity if people who like to watch the thriller-adrenalin induction-suspense scene and physiology theory with all modern setting for police (tool to access investigation, compared to other suspense criminal c-drama) and setting place that is complement with story, to not watch this series. Or maybe BL fans who like some storyline like this will like it. The relationship dynamic between leads is great, they uncover secrets and overcome trauma through solving cases together.
If this series can be as famous as TU to worldwide that means whatever they (cast and team) went through will pay off. So, don't be discouraged when you read bad comments about this series (for you who like this kind of genre and not mind for BL/bromance contents, because in my opinion, for this kind of series, need strong character and it seems to suit well if both lead are male, sometimes female characters will be revealing to much emotions, and personally make me kinda bored and annoyed), So, go watch this, and make sure to give your score to each episode.
In a nutshell, this series is 10/10 for me.
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