Yona of the Dawn

On Kouka's ancient legend and the royal line, a sheltered princess named Yona is about to turn sixteen. Raised in the palace with her father Il, loyal retainer Hak, and her cousin Soo-won, she dreams of a peaceful future, caring for friends and listening to her heart. The night of her birthday, a quiet and hopeful day gives way to a shattering revelation that will change everything. What follows is a dramatic fantasy about how Yona's fate becomes bound to the mythic Four Dragons, setting her on a perilous path of self discovery and unlikely alliances. From that moment, trust is tested, loyalties shift, and a hidden destiny begins to unfold.

Adapted from Mizuho Kusanagi's Akatsuki no Yona manga, the series uses Shin ichi Inotsume's scripting to bring Yona's world to life in 2014 as a fantasy drama with humor and action. The adaptation balances political intrigue with personal growth, reimagining palace life as a crucible that tests loyalties and courage.

Awards: There are no major awards noted for this title in the available data. While it has a strong fan rating and recognition among enthusiasts, it did not achieve high profile nominations at the major award shows.

Beyond its immediate story, Yona of the Dawn helped popularize a blend of epic fantasy and character driven romance. Fans praise its lush visuals, strong world building, and the evolving bond between Yona and Hak. The Four Dragons arc remains a standout element in discussions and fan art.

Critics and fans welcomed the series for balancing political intrigue with character growth and romance. It's deeply emotional at moments, yet never loses its sense of humor. The show carries an 8.366 out of 10 from 284 votes, signaling solid reception as Yona embraces identity, friendship, and a difficult quest that tests trust and courage while forging unlikely alliances.