Kingdom
Summary: China’s Warring States period, a raging dragon that would raze the land for 500 years, saw many kingdoms rise and fall, making way for the next generation of kings and generals to fight for supremacy. Eventually, seven powerful states emerged from the endless cycle of warfare.
In the kingdom of Qin, Xin, a war-orphaned slave, trains vigorously with fellow slave and best friend, Piao, who shares his proud dream of one day becoming a Great General of the Heavens. However, the two are suddenly forced to part ways when Piao is recruited to work in the royal palace by a retainer of the King.
After a fierce coup d'état unfolds, Piao returns to Xin, half dead, with a mission that will lead him to a meeting with China's young King, Ying Zheng, who bears a striking resemblance to Piao. Kingdom follows Xin as he takes his first steps into the great blood-soaked pages of China's history. He must carve his own path to glory on his long quest to become a Great General of the historic Seven Warring States.
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China’s Warring States period, a raging dragon that would raze the land for 500 years, saw many kingdoms rise and fall, making way for the next generation of kings and generals to fight for supremacy. Eventually, seven powerful states emerged from the endless cycle of warfare.
In the kingdom of Qin, Xin, a war-orphaned slave, trains vigorously with fellow slave and best friend, Piao, who shares his proud dream of one day becoming a Great General of the Heavens. However, the two are suddenly forced to part ways when Piao is recruited to work in the royal palace by a retainer of the King.
After a fierce coup d'état unfolds, Piao returns to Xin, half dead, with a mission that will lead him to a meeting with China's young King, Ying Zheng, who bears a striking resemblance to Piao. Kingdom follows Xin as he takes his first steps into the great blood-soaked pages of China's history. He must carve his own path to glory on his long quest to become a Great General of the historic Seven Warring States.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Kingdom Pictures
Kingdom Review
Kingdom — China’s Warring States period, a raging dragon that would raze the land for 500 years, saw many kingdoms rise and fall, making way for the next generation of kings and generals to fight for supremacy. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, It sits firmly within Action conventions as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 7.88). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, Kingdom offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of Action, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
He Liao, Diao
Main
Kugimiya, Rie
Japanese
He Liao, Diao
Main
Heller, Angélique
French
He Liao, Diao
Main
Paredes, Numa
Spanish
Lei, Qiang
Main
Hikasa, Youko
Japanese
Lei, Qiang
Main
Longeac, Amandine
French
Lei, Qiang
Main
Comitre, Gracia
Spanish
Xin
Main
Morita, Masakazu
Japanese
Xin
Main
Howard, Cole
English
Xin
Main
Pestel, Arthur
French
Xin
Main
Babío, Miguel
Spanish
Ying, Zheng
Main
Fukuyama, Jun
Japanese
Ying, Zheng
Main
Penamaria, Benjamin
French
Ba, Jio
Supporting
Shingaki, Tarusuke
Japanese
Ba, Jio
Supporting
Doumenc, Waléry
French
Bai, Qi
Supporting
Bi
Supporting
Yusa, Kouji
Japanese
Bi
Supporting
Benghezala, Rody
French
Buwei, Lü
Supporting
Genda, Tesshou
Japanese
Buwei, Lü
Supporting
Chambon, Jacques
French
Changping Jun
Supporting
Suwabe, Junichi
Japanese
Staff
Kamiya, Jun
Director
Takakuwa, Hajime
Sound Director
Itoga, Shintarou
Episode Director
Kawai, Shigeki
Episode Director
Nakayama, Atsushi
Episode Director
Noshitani, Mitsutaka
Episode Director
Satou, Mitsutoshi
Episode Director, Storyboard
Takada, Masahiro
Episode Director
Takaoka, Kiichi
Episode Director, Storyboard, Key Animation
Tsukushi, Daisuke
Episode Director
Arakawa, Naruhisa
Script, Series Composition
Decouzon, Mélanie
Script
Ishihira, Shinji
Storyboard
Kawamura, Kenichi
Storyboard
Satou, Yuuzou
Storyboard
Satou, Shinji
Storyboard
Shimazu, Hiroyuki
Storyboard
Shishido, Jun
Storyboard
Tobe, Atsuo
Storyboard, Character Design, Animation Director, Key Animation
Wakabayashi, Atsushi
Storyboard, Key Animation