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Most hilarious xianxia I've seen to date.
The Starry Love is a refreshing mix of comedy, heartfelt sisterhood, and sweeping fantasy, set in a vividly built world full of lovable characters. From Yetan’s mischievous antics in the Heavenly Realm to the emperor struggling to deal with his chaotic sons-in-law (at one point scolding both for calling him “Emperor Tun” instead of “Father-in-law”), the humor in this drama was such a breath of fresh air. But beneath all the fun, what really made this story shine was its emotional depth—the bond between the twin sisters, the tangled threads of love and sacrifice, and the weight of fate that none of them could escape.
I adored Yetan and Qingkui’s relationship; their love for each other was beautifully written, making Qingkui’s final sacrifice devastating. Chaofeng’s struggles, Yetan’s revenge, and the complex realm politics all kept me hooked, while the romance—especially Yetan falling for not just Youqin, but all three of his soul shards—added a unique and emotional layer to the story. The villains were also well-done, from Emperor Tun (Worst Dad Ever™ at times) to the Void Tyrant and the insufferable Heavenly Emperor. In the end, Suzhi’s desperation for revenge made her the one to ultimately break the seal to Guixu, making her the greatest villain of them all. While the show competently captured the various arcs and development (or lack thereof, in the case of the Void Tyrant) of these antagonists, it also emphasized the weight of choices and consequences.
The ending was bittersweet, and while I understand why it had to end the way it did (the Ganoderma Vein was necessary to stop the endless cycle of Empyreans sacrificing themselves to repair the seal to Guixu), I really wish it had given us just a bit more hope for the sisters’ return. Even so, this drama was a fantastic ride—funny, emotional, and full of characters I won’t forget anytime soon.
I adored Yetan and Qingkui’s relationship; their love for each other was beautifully written, making Qingkui’s final sacrifice devastating. Chaofeng’s struggles, Yetan’s revenge, and the complex realm politics all kept me hooked, while the romance—especially Yetan falling for not just Youqin, but all three of his soul shards—added a unique and emotional layer to the story. The villains were also well-done, from Emperor Tun (Worst Dad Ever™ at times) to the Void Tyrant and the insufferable Heavenly Emperor. In the end, Suzhi’s desperation for revenge made her the one to ultimately break the seal to Guixu, making her the greatest villain of them all. While the show competently captured the various arcs and development (or lack thereof, in the case of the Void Tyrant) of these antagonists, it also emphasized the weight of choices and consequences.
The ending was bittersweet, and while I understand why it had to end the way it did (the Ganoderma Vein was necessary to stop the endless cycle of Empyreans sacrificing themselves to repair the seal to Guixu), I really wish it had given us just a bit more hope for the sisters’ return. Even so, this drama was a fantastic ride—funny, emotional, and full of characters I won’t forget anytime soon.
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