The first season of Painting Jianghu: The Bad Guys takes audiences on a thrilling journey through the waning years of the Tang Dynasty, centered around the elusive Longquan treasure. Hidden by the enigmatic Bad Guys—a shadowy organization of cunning detectives and master thieves—the treasure becomes the key to unraveling secrets and navigating a treacherous era. Against this backdrop, the story weaves in legendary historical events, including the ferocious Huang Chao Uprising, Zhu Wen’s audacious seizure of the throne, the tragic downfall of the Li family, and the shocking patricide by Yougui.
In the second season, the saga intensifies, delving into the chaos of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Classic battles like the strategic clash at Luzhou and the siege of Fengxiang come to life, showcasing the grit and ambition of the era. Historical icons such as Li Cunxu, the ambitious Emperor Zhuangzong of the Later Tang, and the indomitable Wang Yanzhang, famed as the “Iron Spear,” step into the spotlight. These figures are portrayed not just as larger-than-life legends but as complex, deeply human characters, grappling with ambition, loyalty, and the weight of their choices in a world teetering on the edge of transformation.
