Jian Wang 3: Xia Gan Yi Dan Shen Jianxin

Shengying Animation Summer 2018
ActionAdventureComedyHistoricalMartial Arts
7
Quality Score
0.15 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
671
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Shen Jianxin is a security guard for Rye Scent Village, an average youth determined to become a legendary hero. While paying his respects at the prestigious Pure Yang Palace of Jianghu, he learned the palace’s ancestral secret manuals by accident. However, he was unaware of the power he gained. Thus, he entered Jianghu and gradually matured while experiencing the turmoil of Jianghu during the prosperous Tang Dynasty. An obscure security guard with unparalleled martial arts in Jianghu: who knows what storms are ahead? (Source: Guodong Subs)

Audience Consensus

The audience generally enjoys the comedic take on the Wuxia genre, appreciating the social commentary and animation quality. Some find the character design and diluted plot points as drawbacks. Overall, it is considered a good watch, especially for those familiar with Wuxia tropes.

Strengths

  • Great comedy within the Wuxia genre.
  • Good animation similar to King's Avatar.
  • Exposes the funny and ugly side of social psychology and Chinese ethics.

Weaknesses

  • Custom Maid 3D-tier characters are spoiling the fun somewhat.
  • Peerless technique is not really ever explained.
  • Tactic of swaying public opinion dilutes in later episodes.
Available on: Bilibili (availability varies by region)