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The Legend of Fei
On guard! Zhou Fei's sword is created by the essence of his parents: the mother is the blade and the scabbard is the father. Many years ago Zhou Fei's grandfather Li Zhengwei was poisoned to save Duan Jiuniang. The forty-eight fortresses were lost during a surprise attack by the False Emperor. Zhou Fei's mother, Li Jinrong - a young girl at the time - was fierce and reckless, and her sword skills were not yet accomplished. Having lost her family and her father, she went to Liang Shao's strategist Zhou Yitang to ask for help. When Liang Shao refused and Zhou Yitang was ambivalent, Li Jinrong went north alone, determined to assassinate the false emperor.
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Plot Summary
In the tumultuous Southern and Northern Dynasties period, the story follows Zhou Fei, the daughter of a renowned general, who is raised in a secluded sect. When the martial arts world is thrown into chaos by conspiracies and betrayals, she embarks on a journey, seeking justice and uncovering the truth behind her family's past. Along the way, she encounters Xie Yun, a charming and resourceful young man with his own hidden agenda, and together they navigate treacherous landscapes and political intrigue.
Critical Reception
The Legend of Fei garnered significant attention due to its star-studded cast and popular source material. While it achieved high viewership numbers and was praised for its visual effects and costume design, critical reception was mixed. Many lauded the chemistry between the leads and the action sequences, but some criticized the pacing, plot deviations from the novel, and underdeveloped supporting characters.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the compelling leads and their on-screen chemistry.
Admired for its elaborate costumes and fight choreography.
Criticized for pacing issues and deviations from the original novel's narrative.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the star power of Zhao Liying and Wang Yibo, finding their performances and relationship engaging. The visual spectacle and action set pieces were often highlighted as strengths. However, some viewers expressed disappointment with the story's progression and felt it didn't fully capture the essence of the source material.
Fun Fact
The drama is based on the popular Chinese novel 'You Fei' (有匪) by Priest, who is also known for writing the novels that inspired other popular Chinese dramas like 'Guardian' and 'Sha Po Lang'.
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