This drama and DFQC ruined me!!! (In the Best Possible Way)
This one sits in a completely different tier of my heart. Do listen to the raving reviews and go watch it!!! When I say favorite of all time, I mean the kind that rearranges your taste in drama, spoils you for other male leads, and makes every future romance feel a little under-seasoned. I've rewatched this countless times and still laugh, swoon, melt and cry every single time!!What makes it hit so hard is how deeply, intentionally, painfully well-crafted the character arcs are—especially Dong Fang Qing Cang (DFQC). He isn’t just a cold, cruel, untouchable, extremely powerful and sexy ML… he’s the blueprint!!
The writing gives him space to be terrifying, then curious, then conflicted, then undone, then devoted. You feel the armor crack one silent stare at a time. His evolution isn’t rushed or cheesy—it's earned, layered, and honestly one of the best emotional slow burns I’ve ever seen in any fantasy romance.
And Xiao Lan Hua (XLH)—she’s not just the cute, naïve fairy she starts out as. Her arc is a full gradient of growth. She becomes someone with depth, courage, and agency… but she never loses her essence. What I adore is that both leads grow, but neither eclipses the other. It’s a partnership built through trial, devotion, and choices that cost them something real.
Their relationship?
Ugh. The way they love each other is what makes this show unforgettable.
There’s tenderness, there’s pain, there’s sacrifice that feels mythic yet intimate. You watch them become each other’s undoing and salvation in equal measure. It’s epic without being melodramatic, romantic without being fluffy, and tragic without being hollow.
The world-building, the aesthetics, the OST—every piece works in service of that emotional core. But what stays with you long after is how DFQC and XLH change each other. How love becomes something that transforms, not consumes.
If you want a fantasy romance with genuine depth, character arcs that punch you in the chest, and a love story that leave you yearning endlessly and completely ruins you this is the one.
No contest. No hesitation. This is the standard. There's a reason it's often voted and mentioned as the next Xian xia drama even by the end of 2025!!
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Can't recommend enough!!
THIS IS SO GOOD OMG it's such a classic I can't wait to forget everything so I can rewatch it!!1. Story (mild spoilers ahead)
interesting story line and it was paced almost perfectly, there was a slight lag, for me personally as I didn't care for the screentime awarded to CH but other than I loved it. Also would have loved a better conclusion for the cloud guy, I thought we were gearing up to him being ousted but its okay.
It has the typical xia ending of last 5 mins but the special made up for it.
2. Acting/Cast
god such great acting, wow. Every single person acted their hearts out in every single scene, even the minor ones. The support roles were phenomenal but the leads? they acted their asses off I am so impressed. FL's voice did take a bit to get used to but given her acting range showcased I decided to bear with it and good thing I did.
3. Music
I don't put much thought to music and ost so I will just say it is nice and not off-putting at all.
4. Rewatch Value
High, very high indeed. I will definitely be back.
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One of the best romance xanxia
Initially very reluctant because of Esther Yu’s voice in the beginning, I gave it a chance because of the very high reviews… and oh my… such a rewarding drama. Both leads are perfectly cast and their chemistry is outstanding. Special mention to Wang Dylan … and also Esther Yu who perfectly embody their characters and evolution. the story is extremely addictive past ep. 8 when it all really starts in my opinionAnd it is supported by one of the best OST
Very difficult to let go and find another one after this one
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Tediously over long with too many resuscitations & escapes
the kisses & Dylan Wang were swoon worthy but this drama is tediously over long. HOW many times should a character die & miraculously return to life ? Few enough so that we care!Also; People are escaping so often or being set free from prison in the fairy realm that prison seems more like a joke. The series would have been much better if it had 10 less episodes. The ending was anti climatic, brief & suspiciously unexplained( too much like a dream than reality. Sadly, By the time the drama ended I had lost all affection for the characters. It at least should have ended in Ep 32 with The male lead in his dream state ! Too little warmth & fun & too much filler & situation repeats.
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The Legend of Dongfang Qingcang: Why LBFAD is a 10/10 Masterpiece
Having watched Dylan since this drama, it’s clear that Dongfang Qingcang was the role he was born to play. He perfectly balances the "Moon Supreme" aura, intimidating, cold, and powerful, with the hilarious and soft moments during the body-swap scenes. Watching his "Tree of Emotions" slowly bloom from a frozen wasteland into a lush garden is one of the most satisfying character arcs in C-Drama history.The Aesthetics: From the Arbiter Hall to the Silent Abyss, the CGI and set designs are breathtaking. It truly feels like a high-budget fairy tale.
The OST: Songs like "Find You" (Xun Cha) and "Parting Love" (Jue Ai) aren't just background music; they are the heartbeat of the show. I still get chills hearing the opening notes!
Final Verdict: 10/10
LBFAD isn't just a drama; it's an experience. It redefined the "Anti-Hero" trope and proved that Dylan Wang is a powerhouse actor. If you enjoyed his "badass" side in Guardians of the Dafeng, you have to see where that legendary presence started.
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Love is the most powerful weapon!!
Love between fairy and devil is the story of Moon supreme,Dongfang Qingcang and Orchid,a fairy of Shuiyuntian realm.It tells us how love can be the most powerful weapon in the world to stop wars and restore peace.The moon supreme,played by Dylan Wang,is arrogant,but sensitive, emotional,loving andd responsible.He is sealed in the Haotian tower ,who is accidentally brought to the Shuiyuntian realm by Orchid.
All the outfits of Dylan Wang were superb and were a treat to watch.He is fabulous as the moon supreme.
Yue Shuxin was also good in her role.
The actors,story,sets,costumes, screenplay were pretty good.The vfx was also very good.
A good watch drama.👌
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Forbidden Love at its Best
This drama is one that I actually started watching back in 2022. By the time I watched this, Netflix already had all the episodes. I got to episode 22 or so and then I stopped watching. I'm not really sure why I stopped, to be honest. And then I completely forgot about it, and well, fast forward to now, when I finally remembered that I hadn't finished it yet. I decided to just finish the rest of the episodes one day back in February, and I am so glad that I did.The love story between Dongfang Qingcang and Orchid was absolutely devastating and so beautiful at the same time. I actually didn't mind Esther Yu's acting in this. In my opinion, it made sense for her character. The visuals, cinematography, and the OSTs are absolutely gorgeous and every episode honestly made me laugh and cry. The plot was so complex and I also loved the magic system in this as well. The ending had me absolutely devastated, and I definitely did sob a little bit. I only wish that we got to see more of Dongfang Qingcang and Orchid, especially after Qingcang came back after 500 years. The acting was honestly fantastic, and that scene (I forget which episode, but I believe it was around 33 or so) where Orchid sacrifices herself to save everyone and when Dongfang Qingcang finds out, I could feel every emotion and the anguish and heartbreak that he was experiencing in that moment. It was truly a heartbreaking scene, and Dylan Wang acted in that scene so well. Esther Yu's acting was also so good in this scene as well.
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Best xianxia drama
LBFAD is what you call a masterpiece xianxia drama, they rarely make such dramas which has all ur expectations ticked n delivered. It's so well made n acted out so well too. I literally had a hangover of this drama after i finished it, n kept watching few scenes n episodes on repeat after I finished watching as I wasnt able to move on to another one easily. The ost is so addictive, I find it hard to point any shortcomings in this drama, it's the standard for me in xianxia dramas, how I wish we get similar made drama or part 2 of this drama only. I Highly recommend it, U won't be disappointed.Was this review helpful to you?
One of the Best Xianxias You’ll Ever Watch with an Amazing Soundtrack
My Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This is hands down one of the best xianxias out there! I remember binge-watching it while it was still airing on Netflix only to scramble for an IQIYI subscription when Netflix’s episode release schedule lagged behind.
The setting isn’t groundbreaking—it’s your classic opposites attract trope featuring a dark, brooding male lead and a bubbly, somewhat childish female lead. But everything from character, arcs and costumes and dialogues in this drama will blow you away.
I also have to give you guys a fair warning. If this is your first drama with Esther Yu, don’t let her voice or the way her character acts be a dealbreaker! It just takes some time to warm up to her.
I’m not usually a fan of childlike characters, but her Orchid evolves significantly throughout the series. Trust me, Esther is talented! (If in doubt, check out "My Journey to You.") So, even if you’re not a fan of her character at the beginning, hang in there—it’s absolutely worth it.
Now, onto our male lead! Dylan Wang’s performance really impressed me, especially when I reflect on his earlier work. I believe I saw something with him before LBFAD and he wasn’t all that amazing. But his portrayal of Dongfang QingCang was captivating—his facial micro-expressions and character growth kept me thoroughly entertained, especially when he was in his bad boy era. His acting really improved.
At its core, this drama narrates a love story between a cold and ruthless male who has his people to protect—justifiably so even if his means are not that great—and a clueless yet endearing female lead.
There's a love triangle too, which is actually something I enjoy a lot as long as both mail leads are on the same level.
I must admit, I struggled between my preference between Dylan Wang and Zhang Ling He. they are both very flawed and they both grow throughout the show. The bromance later in the series was cherry on top.
In a nutshell, it’s a tale about characters evolving beyond their own selfish desires and willing to sacrifice those desires for the greater good.
The series combines various beloved tropes like opposites attract and body swap delivering intriguing situations while allowing the actors to showcase their skills. The CGI is visually appealing, and the costumes are stunning! Sure, I noticed a few uneven CGI moments, but that’s expected in most C-dramas.
I have several favorite scenes that I often revisit:
- **Episode 9**: Dongfang QingCang being a bad$$
- **Episode 13**: Captivating and emotional.
- **Episodes 25/26**: Pure magic.
- **Episode 28**: Just incredible!
- **Episode 31**: An emotional rollercoaster—prepare to be crushed!
That said, I agree with others who felt the last few episodes dragged a bit. After episode 31, the pacing slowed down, and while I understand the creative choices behind it, I believe the execution could have been improved. The finale felt rushed, and after investing in this emotionally draining journey, we deserved a stronger resolution. Sometimes, a mere 30 seconds of characters basking in their happy ending just doesn’t cut it!
Nevertheless, this remains one of my favorite xianxia dramas. I seldom rewatch shows, but I recently dove back into this one. The emotional impact was just as potent, and I actually discovered nuances I overlooked the first time.
My verdict: I highly recommend "Love Between Fairy and Devil" to all xianxia lovers! 🎉
PS I think every single person who watched and enjoyed this drama will agree with me. LBFAD has one of the best soundtracks you will probably ever hear in a C-drama. I mean, I hope that they will make something even better. But so far from everything I’ve seen music from this drama tops everything else.
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Cold Devil, Soft Fairy, and Surprisingly Sincere Storytelling
Want a forbidden romance between the dainty and pretty Fairy and a cold-hearted and a handsome Devil? No problem! a fan of xianxia with its own fantasy world and lore? Say no more, because Love Between Fairy and Devil has got it all covered!To be frank, forbidden romance is something that is overdone so much by now, that I shouldn't have been tempted to try watching it for the nth time.
But watching countless TV shows, movies, and C-dramas has taught me this: it doesn't matter how overdone a trope or a story is; if done correctly; it can still draw the audience and be a gem on its own!
And so is the case with LBFAD. The cute and pretty Orchid is accidentally put in the path of the Moon Supreme (our Devil) and without meaning to, sets him free from his eternal imprisonment. It's a pretty typical setup in C-dramas for making two characters who wouldn't usually and logically meet, stick and go on their journey together. But I don't have any complaints; it was the journey afterwards and their interesting and hilarious interactions between these two leads that made the drama an absolute blast to watch!
The other characters were also well written and the story is well constructed; the stakes are real and interactions between characters feel real and authentic. I never felt any emotion, sadness or happiness, portrayed on the screen fake or any emotional scene was there because of melodrama. And this really impressed me, because not once I was taken out of the story and felt deeply for its characters. It is remarkable, because in a lot of C-dramas (even some of the ones I really like), there's this issue of too much dramatization or a scene being too melodramatic. So with LBFAD it was noticeable and I really appreciated it.
But let's not forget about the cast! Especially our two leads Esther Yu and Dylan Wang, who play Orchid and Dongfang Qingcang, respectively. This is my first time watching them, and based on it alone, they both have the power to draw the audience. Of course, the script is very well written and possibly, the largest contributing factor to its success. But these two basically carry the show, and why not? Having watched my share of C-dramas, I can say without any doubt that Esther Yu has #! spot on being the cutest Chinese actor who can melt the heart of any mortal or immortal in the three realms!
Dylan Wang also perfectly portrays the ruthless moon supreme with a cold and unfeeling demeanor, feared by everyone. And it's this contrast and opposite personalities that make their interactions so interesting to watch. Secondary characters and cast members like Shangque and Jieli, are well cast too. But perhaps if I had one criticism about casting, it is that the actor and actress playing the current and former god of war don't really… look the part? Don't get me wrong, Zhang Linghe is a good choice for portraying the dashing, yet honor- bound immortal (who secretly loves Orchid), but he looks too soft to play god of war. The same goes for the actress that plays the former god of war too. But other than this, all of the cast members perform their roles brilliantly.
The customs, the sets and the overall look of the three realms were spot on and each felt distinguished. For example, you could tell by clothing, set design and hairstyles that who belonged to the Fairy realm, the Moon Tribe and the world of humans.
The songs for this one are not so many, but they're beautiful and convey the overall feel of the drama and the characters.
So, all in all, Love Between Fairy and Devil was a very memorable and satisfying experience for me. It's not flawless and the pacing slows down a bit at some points, but never stops and you always want to know what happens next.
In terms of xianxia genre, it doesn't beat Till The End of The Moon for me, but it comes second place or very close to it. It's not the hard-wrenching tragedy that is Till The End of The Moon. But it is equal parts joy and sorrow, wonder and grief and it is very sincere and authentic in its storytelling and in my eyes, a rare gem.
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LOVE CAN MELT THE COLDEST PERSON!?
*** Spoiler Alert (PERSONAL FEEDBACK)Title : Love Between Fairy and Devil - 2022 (Complete 36 Episode)
Personal Rating : 10/10
LOVE CAN MELT THE COLDEST PERSON!😍
Love Between Fairy and Devil is one of my re-watched dramas. For me, Dylan Wang/ Wang Hedi and Ester Yu/ Yu Shu Xin is one of the best couples in the Xianxia world. And they are still close even the drama ended.
Love Between Fairy and Devil is a Xianxia drama, with a story of classic forbidden love between a devil and a fairy. A cold, no emotion male falling in love and begin to change because of a warm, bubby weak fairy with a hidden identity. The story will travel in three realm. Shuiyuntian (the immortal fairy realm), Cangyan Sea (the Moon Tribe), and Yunmeng Lake (the mortal world)
This drama may not be for everyone because of the idea of the FL being damsel in destressed. And the voice of Ester sometimes irritates other people because it's high-pitched and childlike, but I find her very cute and not cringy.
But what makes this drama stand out from other xianxia dramas is that it has VERY BEAUTIFUL cinematography, CGIs, costumes, and OST. And how the actors and actresses portray their character perfectly and genuinely.
Ester Yu plays Xiao Lan Hua (the orchid fairy), but she’s also Xi Yun, the goddess with a character development from from being a weak fairy to a strong goddess and she gives justice to it because even her voices change. And I cannot think of anyone who can portray Dong Fang Qing Cang / Moon Supreme as perfect as Dylan with his domineering and cold emotion. He is just perfect. There are lot of scenes which make you fall in love with MOON SUPREME. 🌙🖤
Overall, this drama is one of the best for me. It’s a total roller coaster of emotions. This is a romantic comedy drama with a happy ending!
OST – Farewell Love by Faye --- is so addicting and one of my favorites so far!!! ❤️❤️❤️
GENRE – Xianxia, Romantic, Comedy
CAST – Dylan Wang/ Wang Hedi , Ester Yu/ Yu Shu Xin
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Best Xianxia Series!
I've watched this series twice, so, needless to say I love it and definitely think it has a re-watch value of 10+! Dylan is awesome as the Devil and the FL is an adorable Orchid. Yes, the Orchid's voice is a bit annoying at times, but bearable. I'm not a big fan of Xixanxia, but tihis one captivated me enough to watch it twice! The plot is good. Actors are good. It's an ejoyable series. Highly recommend it.Was this review helpful to you?
