Perfect World [Wanmei Shijie] Episode 216 Indonesia, English

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The donghua in the image is an adaptation of “Honor of Kings,” a massively popular mobile MOBA game in China developed by Tencent Games. The Chinese title of the donghua is “王者荣耀” (Wángzhě Róngyào), which translates to “Honor of Kings” or “King’s Glory.” The specific series shown in the ad is likely “Honor of Kings: Chapter of Glory” (王者荣耀：荣耀之章), which focuses on the game’s lore and characters in an animated format.

This donghua premiered on January 13, 2024, and is a 3D animated series produced by Cloud Art and Original Force, in collaboration with Tencent Video. The first season, subtitled “Broken Moon,” centers on the character Li Bai, a young hero from the game, and explores themes of “love and homecoming.” The story follows Li Bai as he journeys to the city of Chang’an on the mainland of Glory of Kings to investigate a crisis where people are turning into a glass-like substance and disappearing. Along the way, he uncovers the truth about his hometown, the City of Broken Moon, and faces various challenges involving shadowy forces, all while pursuing truth, goodness, and beauty with a courageous spirit. The narrative is set in a historical fantasy version of ancient China, blending the game’s lore with poetic elements, as Li Bai is inspired by the famous Tang Dynasty poet of the same name. The dialogue often incorporates classical poetry, giving it a distinct cultural flavor compared to typical cultivation donghua.

The first season consists of 4 to 6 episodes, depending on the source, with each episode around 20-24 minutes long. It was released weekly on Saturdays, starting from January 13, 2024, and concluded by late January or early February 2024. The series was well-received for its high-quality animation and art style, though some fans on platforms like Reddit noted its short length and expressed disappointment that it ended so quickly. The donghua appears to be structured as an anthology, with plans for future seasons to focus on other characters from the game, such as Kai, Luna, Yao, and Marco Polo, with 12 more episodes reportedly in production as of early 2024. These upcoming stories are expected to explore different heroes and arcs within the same world, though characters like Li Bai may not reappear in later seasons.

“Honor of Kings: Chapter of Glory” is not a cultivation donghua but rather a detective-mystery and action-adventure series with historical and fantasy elements. It draws inspiration from the game’s roster of over 100 heroes, many of whom are based on Chinese historical figures, mythology, and literature, such as Li Bai, Di Renjie (a famous Tang Dynasty magistrate often depicted as a detective), and Shangguan Wan’er (a historical poet and court official).

The game itself, first released in 2015, is a cultural phenomenon in China, boasting over 100 million daily active players as of 2020 and being the highest-grossing mobile game globally. The donghua serves as both a promotional piece for the game and a deeper exploration of its lore, similar to how “Arcane” adapts the world of “League of Legends.”

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Answer #2 (read the big one first): Ok, update! Based on the futuristic helmets and electronic visors suggesting VR for combat, and given the “Honor of Kings” branding in the ad, the ad likely ties to a new 2025 donghua release, and after digging into recent updates, it seems it might be for “Honor of Kings: World,” an open-world RPG set to release in 2025, as announced at the Apple Event in September 2024. This game features advanced tech elements, which could inspire a donghua with a futuristic twist, aligning with the helmets and visors. Unlike the traditional setting of the 2024 “Chapter of Glory” series, this new content appears to lean into a more sci-fi aesthetic, possibly as a promotional tie-in for the game’s launch. Keep an eye on Tencent Video.