Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

It’s here! The most anticipated drama for the last two years…. LOL! 2 episodes per day, VIP accounts get to see more, of course… I honestly don’t have the time to recap this drama and with my comprehension skill, I think I’m gonna butcher all the names and places. Open arms for volunteers, let me know! 🙂

Spazz away! The cast alone is…star-studded…

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Synopsis (without reading the novel): In the ancient times, 6th Prince Mu Yun Sheng (Huang Xuan) was born. Because his mom is a demon (takeaway is…she’s not human), he is not loved by the Emperor, and lives in seclusion and loneliness. He happens to obtain an antique painting of a spirit demon and befriends the little trapped being. Both promise to escape to the world’s most beautiful place. Mu Ru Han Jiang (Shawn Dou), son of a general, is elected to be the prince’s friend since he was young. Their peaceful days end when the eight tribes rebel. Mu Ru army fails to protect the royal family and is then exiled, breaking the friendship formed between the two families – Mu Yun and Mu Run. A few years later, a new rebellion threatens the royal family and this time, adult Mu Ru Han Jiang is the only one capable of protecting them. Pain and sorrows of past wounds now manifest in the new generation.

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Sunshine, why are you always locked up in your dramas?!

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My choice for dark horse is Zhou Yi Wei. The intensity he brings to his character is unbelievable. And the almost-bald look on him is freakin sexy.

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Janice Man. As Pan Xi, the spirit locked inside the painting Huang Xuan’s mesmerized by.

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Janine Chang looks stunning.

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Even Yu Hao Ming is here!

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Xu Lu. Loved by many men but fated aka prophesized to be the future queen (Yun Sheng’s wife), she’s separated from her one true love.

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Zhang Jian Ning. Princess Mu Yun Yan Shuang. Eager to win, competitive, likes Li Zi Feng’s character.

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Wan Qian Shi as Nan Ku Yue Li, niece of the current empress. Tyrannical, evil, hates Xu Lu’s character.

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Trailers and Previews:

  1. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    Dailymotion has all 12rps now. Watch or download before it gets removed.

  2. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    I’ve only had time to watch the first 3 episodes. This is one quality drama, so gorgeous to look at and a LOT of attention to detail. Only complaints would be one or two scenes that were unnecessarily long (you will know when you get to it). Many characters so far, yet many more are yet to appear – I will have to make up nicknames for everyone lol.

    Summary (mild spoilers):
    First off, there’s the Shuofeng tribe. Shuofeng Heye (I will call him wolf boy from hereon) is the son of Shuofeng Da (the leader) and Longge Danzhu. His parents are an awesome couple but don’t get too attached T_T There’s also Helan Tieduo and Helan Tieyuan who were saved by Shuofeng Da. Wolf boy has been prophesised as the Tieqin who will unite the world (I’m not sure if I understood that part correctly in the drama). The first 2 episodes will make you root for Wolf Boy’s future quest for revenge.

    Then there’s Muru Hanjiang (let’s call him Street Fighter for now) goes by the name Han Jiang. His father General Muru Shuo grew up with the King Muru Qin and refer to each other as brothers. But there’s obvious tensions (hence Street Fighter living alone on the streets and his identity is kept a secret). The Muru family have been loyal to to the Muyun family for generations yet the former hold all the military power and should the need arise, they can rightfully rebel against the Muyun king and claim the throne.

    The current queen is Nanku Mingyi. She is one scary lady. Whilst overseeing the latest palace xiunv selection (of which her niece Nanku Yueli is also taking part in), Su Yuning ends up being prophesised as the future king’s queen.

    So far Wolf Boy has met Street Fighter (and Street Fighter has met Yuning (kinda). Muyun Sheng (the 6th Prince)’s existence has been mentioned but hasn’t appeared yet.

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      Love the nicknames you provided for them…so fitting…I also watched the first 3 episodes only and got hooked. Surprisingly, I am quite impress with the teenagers for our main characters so far. I really like the teenager ‘Street Fighter’ lol

      It’s been a long time since I don’t have to fastforward the story but backtrack (need to listen carefully what they say lol). Overall, I think the story is intriguing enough to keep us focused and the quality and some of the wide shot is truly breathtaking. I was surprise they started the story with the low tribes level but then move their way up toward the palace but it make sense and gives us a better understanding from the poorest first. I think it may be confusing for some people who didn’t read the description/summary of the characters because there is just soooo many characters starting from episode 3. But if you pay attention, you should be able to follow the story alright.

      The only thing I want to complain a bit was the prophecies of our main characters. They didn’t explicitly explain the prophecies and I am curious to know the exact prophecies that is shaping (more like dooming) our characters. For the wolf boy, is that prophecy about him true or is it because the guy just make it up to sell him at a better price? As for our prince and fighter, their prophecies are kind of vague but I guess most prophecies are like that lol

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      Noooooooo too late I’m already too attached to the parents!!!!!!!!!!!

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      tokkita, I have a fondness for street fighter already. <3 LOL!

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      the 6th prince is the only one who dared to scream at king’s face. obviously with getting slap as a result.

  3. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    Ugh, I want to watch it as well! But there’s still no eng sub, right? To top it off, I got the first semester final exam this week, so I don’t even have the time to watch the raw one…

  4. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    I’m loving it so far! I hope they keep up the quality over the entire drama.

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      I just saw Muyun Sheng’s mum got a full hair and outfit change just for a scene worth a few minutes. The quality is insane

  5. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    Since this is on YoYo youtube official channel i have high hopes it will be subbed at least fansubbed soon since they allowed english fansub for Big Boss. That show was crazy popular! So many yt comments for english subs on every episode.

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      I’m glad that it’s on a YouTube official channel; at least I can watch it raw and if it’s sub, I’m not worry about it be taken down like Oh my general on youku.

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      Dramafever licensed it and the first two episodes are up now.

  6. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    Finally!!!!! So so excited, I’m so glad it’s going to be on Youtube. Everyone is leaving really good comments for the first few episodes which is great. I can finally watch a drama with Shawn where it isn’t only a melo between him and the main female lead.

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      I love Shawn’s character in this one so far. As of now, it seems like if anyone is going to bring comic relief, its going to be him. I don’t know why, but in this drama, his extra hot XD

      • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

        His fighting style, baggy clothes, and rowdy personality in here makes him extra hot. Plus his paring with Su Yuning makes him super adorable because he’s so shy around her which is the opposite of his usual straightforward personality. I swoon every time they interact because their romance is so light hearted and innocent..until she gets force to marry Muyun Sheng…

        • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

          and Hanjiang’s such a force of nature that I’m pretty sure his best bro Muyun Sheng is the ONLY one he’d consider giving Su Yuning up for. Although the trailers seem to indicate that he’ll get with her by the end. Also their prophecies match up cuz he’s destined to be emperor and she’s destined to be empress…hence…

        • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

          Omg yes his so shy and awkward around her its so adorable! especially in episode 20 XD . I’m not looking forward to her marrying muyun sheng or hanjiang’s prophecy of been a threat to sheng’s throne comes true T.T

      • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

        @Biscoti I died with episode 20 during the scene with the flower. She was expecting him to give it to her but he was embarrassed and dropped it instead. My favorite scene was when the prince wanted to have some private time with Su Yuning and she had that horrified look on her face and kept on looking at Hanjiang for help. He’s so protective of her and hate sharing her with other men already. Also the cliffhanger at the end of the episode when the prince confessed to her that he like her while Hanjiang was right there and Su Yuning looked to Hanjiang for help..omg swoon!

        • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

          @Hysoo I was smiling like a weird goofball during those scenes XD. I love how she ended up picking the abandoned flower from the ground. I half expected her to keep it but instead she gave it back to him and was like if you already picked a flower don’t throw it away or else it’ll be sad XD. His reaction afterwards was so cute. episode 20 was definitely the highlight for me!

  7. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    Half-watched and half-listened to finish first 3 eps. Production quality is very high, but the story and characters aren’t compelling for me. Will give it a few more eps.

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      It gets better after episode 3, but it gets even better after episode 8. I do think the first few episodes are important to build up Shuofeng Heye’s backstory though.

  8. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    I’ve scanned through the first 6 episodes and holy shit, never mess with the queen. I’m planning to rewatch it in detail later but its looking good so far. In some angles, the younger Muru Hanjiang and Muyun Sheng looks similar to the older versions of them XD

    • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

      Yes!!! When they do a close up of teenager Muyun Sheng, I thought it was HX lol and when I see a far away teenager Muru Hanjiang, I thought it was Shawn haha There is no problem identifying them both lol Btw, I don’t know why but I don’t feel anything for the other teenager…a little bit too wild and aggressive for my taste lol There is a scene where all three of them are sitting together and I felt sooo bad for the two of them. It is like the whole world blame them for all misfortune when they are both pretty nice kids.

      • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

        Me too! like I get it that his parents were killed but the other two didn’t even do anything except for being born. Han Jiang got stabbed and almost died and never knew any familial love. Prince Sheng grew up in contempt as well. And now he’s going to guilt trip them some more? Please find the right target buddy.

        • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

          Same! I felt so bad when the wild boy guilt trip them. I mean when Muyun went out of the palace, he doesn’t even know that water can ‘flow’ because his so used to water in the palace ponds. How can people put blame these kids just because adults made prophecies about them 🙁 . Wild boy even cut his sleeve and told Muru Hanjiang that they r no longer bros and are now enemies :(. But I can understand y. Everybody he knew did got slaughtered. From the episode trailers on billibilli, I assume the we’ll get more of wild boy’s story soon enough. Btw, can I add: I hate the queen. I want to rip my hair out because of her. Love the actress, but dang it, that queen is some piece of work.

      • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

        I suppose the boy is demonstrating one of the qualities to vie for power: manipulate others to benefit himself. This should come naturally because he embraces the prophecy about his future and because his tribal mentality makes him feel little or no empathy toward “outsiders”.

        • 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

          ah that makes sense. I’m rooting for all these prophecies about these kids to fall through and they are able to change their destiny in some way even though I know it’s unlikely going to happen TT.TT. all three main male leads have gone through so much and it’s just the beginning. It’ll be very sad if any of the leads get a sad ending but I know someone will have to bite the bullet in the end. It would be very sad if muyun sheng gets the sad ending though. His storyline seems the most depressing so far that it’d be sad that at the very end of this journey, he couldn’t find the happiness or the most beautiful place that he have always been searching for.

  9. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    I only watched one episode but I really enjoyed it. I also enjoyed Game of Thrones with the set up of the characters and convoluted backdrop so I didn’t mind learning about all the different various characters. It was shot beautifully, and I love the parents..

  10. 35 thoughts on “Tribes and Empires: Storm of Prophecy Discussion Post Week 1: Episodes 1 – 12

    there’s a lot of main focus on tribes this drama. Muyun sheng come out so little in the 20 ep so i wonder if the novel really like that. i wonder how a forgotten prince end up as crown prince in the first place seeing his older brothers still alive in the trailer. Muyun sheng for me has a lot of pent up anger that he’s like to show to his king’s dad.

    pan xi really a goddess. sad she come out so little.

    btw, are there any fix airing for Tribes in youku or did they just aired it every day, right now?

What do you think?