Lyson
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Not memorable, but a good one time watch
As far as dramas go, this was a good once over. I wouldn't watch it again, but I have no regrets that I took the time to watch it.
THE GOOD;
Good acting 95% of the time. The three main characters did great in their respective roles, although Huang Xuan as Gao Bing Zhu definitely stood out from the other two mains. Additionally, Zhang Li as Yao Niang, despite her short time in the show, also really stood out during her most prominent scene . Some side characters were not interesting/necessary, some were totally pointless and annoying, but some others were really likeable, such as Bai Lang and Shen Fei, who were necessary in the plot while also just being likeable characters. Shen Fei's death was a pity. Most other plot necessary characters were well cast, too, imo.
The cinematography was great as well. The scenery looked full and complete since the CGI was nicely done and the over all show's appearance was very attractive in the visual department. Music was fine, suitable and not overpowering in the scenes. The plot was predictable to a certain extent, but it was executed well enough that it was still interesting to watch.
THE BAD (or rather, not so good);
A bit of filler here and there that could have been nixed. Romances (that didn't have room to be properly developed) that could have been nixed. A few plot holes or loose ends or unrealistically handled scenarios, but that is not such a big deal, it happens. Last minute saves of main characters from being injured was no good, too predictable, lacks suspense and intensity. But the abrupt death of Siyue was probably the least necessary thing. It felt like a slap-dash sacrifice thrown in at the end to make the struggle for victory really hit the viewers right in the feels, which for me, it did not.
Which brings me to what I consider the biggest issue with a series of 39 eps; I did not actually get attached to a single character in the show. For example, I am a fan of Wang Yibo, but I truly did not particularly care if his character got injured or was killed. I was not caught up in his character at all. Same for the other characters. The show failed to drag me into it emotionally and I don't think this drama story is memorable. It might be the plot or the lack of suspense, but I just wasn't feeling it.
HIGHLIGHTS;
Great visuals on all fronts, nice fight scenes and no reasons to dislike the main three characters.
OVERALL;
I'd say it's a decent one time watch. I don't think most people will be riveted or will feel a major attachment to the characters or story, but it's still entertaining. I also enjoyed Huang Xuan's acting, and since I didn't know him as an actor before this, it was a nice surprise.
Give it a shot if you enjoy action/fight scenes, some humor and a bit of a whoREALLYdunit.
THE GOOD;
Good acting 95% of the time. The three main characters did great in their respective roles, although Huang Xuan as Gao Bing Zhu definitely stood out from the other two mains. Additionally, Zhang Li as Yao Niang, despite her short time in the show, also really stood out during her most prominent scene . Some side characters were not interesting/necessary, some were totally pointless and annoying, but some others were really likeable, such as Bai Lang and Shen Fei, who were necessary in the plot while also just being likeable characters. Shen Fei's death was a pity. Most other plot necessary characters were well cast, too, imo.
The cinematography was great as well. The scenery looked full and complete since the CGI was nicely done and the over all show's appearance was very attractive in the visual department. Music was fine, suitable and not overpowering in the scenes. The plot was predictable to a certain extent, but it was executed well enough that it was still interesting to watch.
THE BAD (or rather, not so good);
A bit of filler here and there that could have been nixed. Romances (that didn't have room to be properly developed) that could have been nixed. A few plot holes or loose ends or unrealistically handled scenarios, but that is not such a big deal, it happens. Last minute saves of main characters from being injured was no good, too predictable, lacks suspense and intensity. But the abrupt death of Siyue was probably the least necessary thing. It felt like a slap-dash sacrifice thrown in at the end to make the struggle for victory really hit the viewers right in the feels, which for me, it did not.
Which brings me to what I consider the biggest issue with a series of 39 eps; I did not actually get attached to a single character in the show. For example, I am a fan of Wang Yibo, but I truly did not particularly care if his character got injured or was killed. I was not caught up in his character at all. Same for the other characters. The show failed to drag me into it emotionally and I don't think this drama story is memorable. It might be the plot or the lack of suspense, but I just wasn't feeling it.
HIGHLIGHTS;
Great visuals on all fronts, nice fight scenes and no reasons to dislike the main three characters.
OVERALL;
I'd say it's a decent one time watch. I don't think most people will be riveted or will feel a major attachment to the characters or story, but it's still entertaining. I also enjoyed Huang Xuan's acting, and since I didn't know him as an actor before this, it was a nice surprise.
Give it a shot if you enjoy action/fight scenes, some humor and a bit of a whoREALLYdunit.
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