But basing all of that in a 56 second clip seems harsh in my view, however, you clearly feel strongly about this so…

@dncingemma can't I? Even when it sticks out like a sore thumb, esp compared to everyone else's seamless so far performances? She is titular FL, her portrayal CAN and SHOULD be a valid deal-breaker in terms of whether the show is worth watching altogether. And if I ever crave a poor-quality 3 Kingdoms sageuk, I'd rather just rewatch HWARANG...

I hear you. I just want to give her the benefit of the doubt. You are almost always reasonable in my view so it’s fine if disagree from time to time!

@dncingemma I'll still wait for Ep1 to see how it goes. If bad dramas can have misleadingly great trailers, surely the opposite is also possible, right?

It's the swagger when she is walking, it's very modern, quite opposite to the 'walk with the books on your head' kind of a grace most women in ancient times were forced into, .....and the petulant look rather than one that shows resolve....I am surprised because she was excellent in Wedding Impossible.

She probably wants power to protect herself and her clan and avoid becoming a nun for the rest of her life. The weakest candidate seems to be the 4th prince—someone she could control.
Her crown resembles Queen Seon Deok of Silla, the first ruling queen in the three-kingdom era. Goguryeo never had a ruling queen, but they are trying hard to sell her as one.

IIRC, in Silla, women could marry multiple times, one husband at a time. I'm guessing the same would have been true in Goguryeo.

She could have been some kind of a black widow like Mishil. Kill off the weak husbands and keep the ex-husbands with their army in her circle.

@kiara I mean, ofc it's all about power (but not wanting to be forced into nunnery at one's prime is good enough reason too). Would've make a fun drama if all of this was secretly a plot of 4th prince - off the King hyung, pretend to be harmless and good potential pawn, marry the sis-in-law by giving her false impression she is gonna be in charge afterwards, let her get rid of competition for you, profit!

Mishil is an eternal inspiration for us all, girl really knew how to handle her resources without wasting any.

@gikata: You never know until you tried! 😂

Two is to one for Hwarang is a challenge but not undoable.

Yes, the Three Kingdoms era consisted of Goguryeo, Silla, and Baekje. The Gaya confederacy was also part of it but was annexed by Silla in 562.

I've just seen WORSE things since then... that made me numb to its horrors, I guess.

@gikata 🤣🤣🤣 It's true, it's true, there has been worse! I must confess, I sometimes still rewatch that one crack video poking fun at it, it's just so funny.

We are planning a CW next year because one lovely beanie loves it and she has agreed to let us tear it apart as long as we say one good thing (or two) while doing it 😂

@gikata and @sicarius,

I thought Seo Yeaji was quite good. She had a small part in "The Throne," so she was well-trained. I've always wanted to see her as the FL in a sageuk.

@minniegupta1 I may be ready for this, but is that lovely Beanie - and everyone else, for that matter - truly ready for MY uncensored take on that drama? Mild spoiler: as much as the show was universally panned for being objectively bad, I also have plenty of subjective takes about WHY it is bad. So again, pls think twice first. If you're still in for some harsh pain anyway, tag me when the time comes^^

Will do.

Me too, please 😊😊

Add me to the CW, please. 😊😊

Rules are you have to say 2 good things for 1 bad. Thinking that won’t work for @gikata 🤣🤣. Maybe we can have one positive wall and one negative. I’m in it for the fun of the show not the tear apart. Maybe I’m the only person in the beanie kingdom that thought it was fun. If that’s true I’ll just go off in my corner and let you guys have fun. @claire2009 @seeker

@Claire2009

Hwarang CW list ❤️

@23new2kdrama

Rules are you have to say 2 good things for 1 bad

Yep, the math is certainly not mathing in this case - I can say like 4 good things about a drama AS A WHOLE. Maybe 5-6 - if I twist my brain really hard. This is not the kind of critical entertainment you're looking for, obviously. Have fun without me then, yall)))

I thought Hwarang was fun too but that is mainly because I am ignorant at true history of that period 😂😂😂. That doesn't mean I didn't find some parts much ridiculous. I guess we can try and twist the rules a bit. I will say more good parts on @gikata behalf 😂😂 so we can reach an equilibrium.

@bunnysonaki thank you for this generous offer, I'll think about it then)))

@gikata My Pleasure 😊😊 I genuinely look forward to read your thoughts both subjective and objective.😊

I will definitely count myself out of this CW, I will have even less nice things to say than @gikata 😅.
My contribution will be merely to reshare the aforementioned crack video when the times comes.

@sicarius you aren't trying to awaken my competitive spirit with that wording, are you?)))

I think I know which crack video you're talking about, it's a great one.

P.S. @minniegupta1, is HAPPINESS still on table or was it postponed AGAIN? Asking to decide whether I should proceed with 2-3 other shows on FF purely for thirst purposes or they'll need to wait while I add hot zombies to my already vampires-filled Ghost Month's watchlist^^

@gikata: Happiness starts the Thursday in two weeks 😍 (23rd August)

I can't wait. We have four more to go in Just Between Lovers/Rain or Shine. Tomorrow (Thursday) and then next Thursday.

@claire2009 @seeker Am I right?

Minnie That’s right, Happiness starts on Aug 23rd @gikata

@gikata not intentionally! I would have to twist my brain for even 3 good things about the show is all 😅

"Happiness starts the Thursday in two weeks 😍 (23rd August)"
This was the information I was looking for.

Right, Goguryeo was established in 37 BC. Goryeo was later established in 918 by Taejo Wang Geon, who unified the Korean Peninsula under one country.

Since the premiere is only a few weeks away, I'll post some historical info and a timeline on my fan wall. Feel free to add anything else you think we should know.

I've noticed on other websites that comments frequently mix up Goguryeo and Goryeo. *sigh* We should consider starting a "3 Kingdom era 101."

Apparently that Paramount+ information is dated and no longer valid. Stay tuned for US availability.

Apparently that Paramount+ information is dated and no longer valid. Stay tuned for US availability.

@marcusnyc20 OK! 👍

There better be at LEAST a beheading. 🤣

Maybe we'll get to see Wookie's backside. Haha

@kiara as a part of plot relevant flashbacks, I assume? No objections to that - gotta respect man's dedication to his craft!