I love historicals especially ones dealing with horror or the paranormal, and in just two episodes I could see what could’ve been a great drama experience, but like many other dramas, controversy ruined a possible solid 32-episode storyline and overall viewing experience, all because props were in the wrong place at the wrong time.
(also because low key ... IMO, the prop department didn’t realize China is a sensitive topic in SK rn, so whoever thought putting Chinese props in a South Korean show was a good idea, especially RIGHT NOW, here’s what happens ...)

A lot of people were comparing this show to “Kingdom” which I didn’t see too many similarities tbh, people were comparing the “zombie demons” I guess, but that was about it, the story had a more demonic approach to it, and at one point I saw a pentagram which lead me to believe some demonic elements would’ve been explored, or some wiccan elements, but like I said above, we likely will never find out :/

The acting performances were pretty solid, but my god, did the action feel fabricated lmao, characters waited around to do sh—, the choreography was not there because well, it wasn’t there ... lol.

Cinematography was FIREEEEE, oof, it was great, and overall production was solid, it’s a shame we’ll never get to see what this show had to offer because of knetz (I mean they sent a damn petition to the Blue House so ...) but I can’t help but feel sad to all those who worked on the show just the production in general. In the future I hope companies realize canceling shows is not the answer, and that hard work should not go to waste. I hope in the future of kdramas, there won’t be problematic scenes which can stir inaccuracy or controversy either, and that shows can be broadcasted on other streaming sites, in case of a financial loss.

To the cast and crew: you did damn good for the two episodes we got :’)