Legend of Zang Hai
藏海传
Completed · Premiered 2025-05-18 · 40 episodes
About this drama
After the brutal massacre of his family, the son of the Imperial Astronomer, Zhi Nu, spends a decade training in strategy and architecture. Returning to the capital under the alias Zang Hai, he infiltrates the inner circle of his enemy, Duke Ping Jin. As he rises through the imperial ranks, Zang Hai must navigate treacherous court politics to achieve his revenge and protect the nation.
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Cast
Directed by Zheng Xiaolong, Cao Yiwen
- Xiao Zhan as Zang Hai / Zhi Nu
- Zhang Jingyi as Xiang An Tu
- Zhou Qi as Zhuang Zhi Xing
- Huang Jue as Zhuang Lu Yin
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- Assessed as having a strong female lead
- Assessed as having no love triangle
- Historical setting
- May not suit you if you prefer low angst
Story traits
- Romance
- 3 / 10
- Angst
- 8 / 10
- Comedy
- 1 / 10
- Pacing
- 6 / 10
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Tags
- Drama
- Mystery
- Thriller
- Hidden identity
- Political intrigue
- Revenge
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