I have to say, the casting crew struck gold landing HCX and HYZ. An unexpected duo, but they swept me off my feet. HCX portrays the innocent, responsible He Chu San and HYZ the fearsome, yet tender Xia Liu Yi. I got impatient waiting for the episodes to release each week so I started reading the novel and it’s.. ughhh.. its so damn good. Perfect balance of character, plot, and romance. The relationship between the leads unfolds naturally throughout the story. It’s a slow burn, but once you get to the honeymoon phase, it’s tooth-decayingly sweet. Xia Liuyi is a complex character who undergoes many changes in the original and as a reader, you’re able to see his progression very well. He Chu San also goes from the meek and timid scholar to the only man who can top Liuyi. That being said, since the original novel itself was a slow burn, I’m loving how they stayed true to that in the drama too.
I do have to say, though, that the plot of the original is deeply layered and too complex to be condensed in a 9-episode show. I’m anticipating a couple of seasons for this one and, based on the livestream, a second one is in the talks. There are so many iconic scenes from the novel that I really want to see in the adaptation.. so fingers crossed!
I hope that HYZ/HCX gain recognition for this series and that fans will continue to support them responsibly so that they can continue feeding us content. I don’t know about overseas fans, but I hope that the mainland audience will respect their space (because we’ve seen what happens to popular BLs)!
Oh my.. I was NOT expecting that 1st episode to be that good. He Yan Chao’s eyes are so expressive, the pacing is great, and the change in dynamic (who’s 1/0) is a pleasant surprise! The chemistry is to die for.. IM OBSESSEDDD
My thought exactly! I never look at review, watch it myself first and judge it for myself instead. It is sometimes…
The CGI in XY is the best I’ve seen in a Chinese fantasy drama, and I’ve seen a lot. That being said, the visual aspect is not a problem. Costumes are great too.
I would say, if you like thought-provoking narratives with a lot of food for thought towards the end, XY is worth giving a go. The ending was worth it to me. Didn’t feel lackluster at all, but you do you!
My thought exactly! I never look at review, watch it myself first and judge it for myself instead. It is sometimes…
It’s the ending. Many people aren’t a fan of it, but I liked it. Some people are suckers for the fairytale-style ending, whereas this one is more realistic and grounded.
Haven’t visited this page in a minute but DAMN.. that rating is actually insane.. I’m so glad I chose not to look at the ratings before and as I started watching lol. It would’ve really ruined the experience.
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I do have to say, though, that the plot of the original is deeply layered and too complex to be condensed in a 9-episode show. I’m anticipating a couple of seasons for this one and, based on the livestream, a second one is in the talks. There are so many iconic scenes from the novel that I really want to see in the adaptation.. so fingers crossed!
I hope that HYZ/HCX gain recognition for this series and that fans will continue to support them responsibly so that they can continue feeding us content. I don’t know about overseas fans, but I hope that the mainland audience will respect their space (because we’ve seen what happens to popular BLs)!
She slowly looks up, a trace of melancholy swirling in her gaze.
“You speak of humans as innocent, then what about the demons?”
ughhhh this part was so GOOD. I occasionally have the urge to just rewind to THIS specific part because it’s such a cinematic masterpiece.
I would say, if you like thought-provoking narratives with a lot of food for thought towards the end, XY is worth giving a go. The ending was worth it to me. Didn’t feel lackluster at all, but you do you!