Swords Into Plowshares

A stately, talk-heavy historical epic that rewards patience with quiet political intrigue and a lingering sense of moral weight.

Created by

Yang Lei

Genres

Drama

Starring

Bai Yu, Zhou Yutong, Zhu Yawen

Overview

During the tumultuous period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, three determined youths—Qian Hongshu, Zhao Kuangyin, and Guo Rong—navigate the chaos of political upheaval and war as they strive to overcome the suffering caused by endless conflict.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, tense and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, politics, war, morality

Content

Mild violence, gore and sexual content. No swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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