Looking back on 2005, "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" was launched, outlining a huge world of Xianxia, which was deeply loved by the audience. Since its premiere in 2005, this IP has been attracting countless viewers with its huge worldview and profound character portrayal. Four years later, "The Legend of Sword and Fairy III" set off a boom again and was hailed as the pinnacle of Xianxia dramas. And now, this classic IP has a new trend, and two dramas have landed almost at the same time, namely "The Legend of Sword and Fairy IV" and "Pray for the Present Dynasty".
First of all, let's explore "Pray for the Present Dynasty". This drama tells the story of Yue Jinchao and Yue Qi joining forces with colleagues to start a journey of chivalry and righteousness. Only four episodes have attracted the attention of the audience, why exactly?
The fast-paced plot of "Praying for the Present Dynasty" makes people fascinated by it. The leading actors, Yue Jinchao and Yue Qi, lost their memories of the past and roamed the rivers and lakes together to find the past. Yue Jinchao's left eye can see the future, which makes the plot full of mystery. As early as the opening, they embark on an adventure to find the Knights in Red, triggering a series of thrilling stories.
What's even more impressive is that "Praying for the Present" has put a lot of effort into creating a fairy atmosphere. Each action scene is carefully choreographed, and the actors' performance is smooth and free, as if it were a delicate dance. The special effects production is comparable to Hollywood blockbusters, and the details are full of care. The special effects production is comparable to Hollywood blockbusters, the design of the monsters is vivid, the skin texture is clearly visible, and the cute and lively pink beasts add a touch of color to the play. Bring the whole wonderland to life. In this regard, the production team of "Pray for the Future" can be said to have put a lot of thought into it.
I think one of the reasons for this is that it cleverly outlines the love-hate relationship between the protagonists in the opening stage, which stimulates the curiosity of the audience. And the excellent special effects and dramatic fight scenes are the icing on the cake and make people want to stop.
Next, let's take a look at "The Legend of Sword and Fairy IV". This drama tells the adventures and tribulations experienced by Han Lingsha, Yun Tianhe and other partners in the process of protecting the common people. However, compared with "Praying for the Present Dynasty", this drama seems to have been questioned in terms of plot logic and actors' acting skills.
First of all, in terms of the plot, some viewers pointed out that Han Lingsha's behavior was somewhat unreasonable, especially some actions in the tomb. This feels a bit far-fetched. In terms of special effects, although the production level is very high, some people think that too many special effects affect the overall look and feel, making people feel rough and not refined. In the storyline, the heroine Han Lingsha's series of behaviors aroused doubts from the audience, and in terms of playing, although the special effects were cool, the actors' performances failed to match.
As for the actors, some viewers raised some questions about the acting skills of the leading actors. Ju Jingyi and Chen Zheyuan's performances were accused of being too contrived and embarrassing. This has raised questions from some viewers about the series as a whole, especially in the choice of actors.
Here, I would like to ask you what you think, which one do you prefer? Are you more inclined to the blood-pumping fight scenes and gripping plot of "Pray for the Present Dynasty", or are you more inclined to the ancient style of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy IV" and the fantasy adventure of protecting the common people?
Overall, the two dramas have their own merits and attract different types of audiences. Everyone's tastes are different, and preferences vary from person to person. Personally, I think that "Pray for the Present Dynasty" stands out among the best Xianxia dramas, while "The Legend of Sword and Fairy IV" seems a little weak in some aspects. However, the final choice comes down to each person's personal preference. What do you think? Which one do you like more?
No matter what your choice is, I hope everyone can find their own fantasy adventure in the world of Xianxia dramas! If you have other opinions about these two dramas, please share them in the comment area!
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