Two hundred years ago, on the Battlefield of the Blue River, the last remaining army of the Empire of Light collapsed in the midst of demonic outcries. As the last Field Marshal and Emperor fell, the chaotic world of the Western River no longer had a common ruler. Factions were formed and endless conflicts ensued, military might became the only currency of survival, and the dream to reunite the lands became the sole goal of many rulers in the generations that came after.

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Should you watch Zi Chuan?

Fans rate it 6.7/10, and 39% of AniList viewers who start it finish it. It takes about 14 hours to watch (42 episodes). Suitable for teens (13+). If you like it, its fans most often recommend Biaoren 2 next.

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Episodes (42)

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By the numbers

Popularity rank: #13,970; 127 members
Favorited by: 0.8%; 1 of its members

Do people finish it?

About 1 in 8 people who start Zi Chuan drop it, above the action median of 2.5%. Based on 572 AniList members who started it.

Drop rate: 12.6%; Action median 2.5%
Finished it: 39%; 223 people
On hold: 8.7%; 50 paused
Plan to watch: 380; not started yet

What people who started it did

572 AniList members · plan-to-watch excluded

Finished223 · 39%
Watching227 · 40%
Paused50 · 9%
Dropped72 · 13%

Parents’ guide to Zi Chuan

Best for: Teens (13+) · Rated PG (13)

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Sexual content & nudityMild1 detail hidden to avoid spoilers

Sexual violenceNone noted

Disturbing & frightening themesNone noted

Drugs, gambling & crimeNone noted

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How many episodes does Zi Chuan have?

Zi Chuan has 42 episodes, each around 20 minutes.

Is Zi Chuan finished?

Yes. Zi Chuan finished airing on Sep 27, 2022.

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