Encantadia

In the fantasy realm of Encantadia, four elemental guardians, Pirena, Amihan, Alena, and Danaya, protect powerful gems that keep balance across their world. Tension grows when Pirena's hunger for rulership comes into conflict with her sisters and the expectations placed on their family, after a revelation about their mother's fears. The show follows shifting loyalties, political scheming, and armed confrontations as alliances form and break, with each sister confronting what she values most, while external forces threaten the fragile harmony their gems sustain.

Released in 2016, this television revival was directed by Mark A. Reyes and created by Suzette Doctolero and Lilybeth G. Rasonable. The principal cast includes Glaiza de Castro, Kylie Padilla, Gabbi Garcia, Sanya Lopez, and Mikee Quintos, and the production updated the franchise with modern effects and larger-scale action sequences.

The series reinforced the Encantadia name in Philippine pop culture, particularly among younger viewers familiar with the original run. Its elaborate costumes, distinct character rivalries, and richly imagined settings sparked fan art, online discussion, and cosplay at local events, keeping the world active in social media conversations well after episodes aired.

Audience reception has been very positive in fan circles, reflected in a high user rating of 9.8 out of 10 from a small sample. Viewers and reviewers often point to strong ensemble performances and the show's commitment to a sweeping fantasy aesthetic. Central themes include sisterhood and the strains ambition places on personal bonds, the moral cost of leadership, and how power can both protect and corrupt. While the plot leans into classic fantasy conflicts, character-driven scenes give the drama an intimate emotional core that anchors the larger spectacle.