Guardians of the Dafeng

Xu Qi’an has just left the police academy when a sudden shift lands him in a world built from myths and rival schools of thought. Confucian scholars, Taoist mystics, and Buddhist ideas mingle with demons and warlocks, creating a culture where belief and danger walk side by side. Facing the threat of exile to a bleak frontier town, he sees a chance to change his fate by joining a powerful guardians guild sworn to keep the peace. The series leans on sharp wit and brisk action to map a realm where rites clash with ambition, and loyalties are pulled in every direction.

Released in 2024, Guardians of the Dafeng is created by Deng Ke, Yang Yuchen and Mai Bao Xiao Lang Jun. It blends martial drama with mythic intrigue and features Dylan Wang as Xu Qi’an alongside a capable ensemble, including Liu Yijun and Tian Xiwei in key roles.

To date there are no major awards announced for Guardians of the Dafeng. The cast including Liu Yijun, Yan Zidong and Yue Yang has drawn attention from fans of action and mystery, while critics praise the show's bold world building and striking visual style.

Reception thrives on brisk pacing and a world that laces ancient belief systems with modern grit. The show treats identity and fate as mutable choices rather than fixed destinies, following Xu Qi’an as he joins the guardians and tests his loyalties. Humour lightens brutal moments, while action sequences land with weight and style. Critics note the production design and atmosphere as standout elements, from costume detail to the tactile sense of magic. The cast delivers chemistry that keeps the plot moving even when the mysteries deepen, and its 7.4 out of 10 from 35 votes signals cautious optimism.