Alchemy of Souls

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Drama: Alchemy of Souls (English title) / Return (literal title)
Revised romanization: Hwanhon
Hangul: 환혼
Director: Park Joon-Hwa
Writer: Hong Jung-Eun, Hong Mi-Ran
Network: tvN
Episodes: 20
Release Date: June 18 - August 28, 2022
Runtime: Sat. & Sun. 21:10
Genre: Fantasy / Romance
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

The fate of these people become twisted due to "hwanhonsool" (the soul of the dead return to the living).

In the country of Daeho, Jang Uk (Lee Jae-Wook) comes from the noble Jang family. He holds an unpleasant secret about his birth, which people all around the country talk about. He is troublemaker. Jang Ukk happens to meet Mu-Deok (Jung So-Min). She is an elite warrior, but her soul is trapped in a physically weak body. She becomes Jang Wook’s servant, but she also secretly teaches him how to fight.

Seo Yul (Minhyun) comes from the noble Seo family. He seems perfect with good appearance, intelligence, and strong martial arts skills. Go Won (Shin Seung-Ho) is the crown prince of Daeho. He hopes to become a generous king.

Notes

"Alchemy of Souls" takes over tvN's Sat. & Sun. 21:10 time slot previously occupied by "Our Blues" and followed by "Little Women" on September 3, 2022.
"Alchemy of Souls Pt.2" takes over tvN's Sat. & Sun. 21:10 time slot previously occupied by "Under The Queen's Umbrella."
Park Hye-Eun was first cast to play lead female character Mu-Deok, but mutually agreed with production staff to drop out.
Ep.17 & 18, which was originally scheduled to air on August 13 & 14, 2022, will air a week later on August 20 & 21, 2022. The one week delay is to allow production to complete.
Related titles:
1. Alchemy of Souls | Hwanhon (tvN / 2022)
2. Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow | Hwanhon: Bitgwa Geurimja (tvN / 2022)

Cast



Lee Jae-Wook	Jung So-Min
Jang Uk	Mu-Deok

Seo Family

Minhyun

Seo Yul

Songrim



Yu Jun-Sang	Yoo In-Soo	Lee Ha-Yul	Kim Hyun-Sook	Kwon Hyuk-Hyun
Park Jin	Park Dang-Gu	Sang-Ho	Maidservant Park	guard (ep.1-2)

Sejukwon Infirmary, Songrim



Lee Do-Kyung	Hong Seo-Hui	Jung Ji-Ahn	Kim Yong-Jin
Heo Yeom	Heo Yun-Ok	Sun-I	Doctor Seo

Cheonbugwan



Jo Jae-Yun	Choi Ji-Ho	Cha Yong-Hak	Yoon Seo-Hyun	Choi Yeon-Oh
Jin Mu	Gil-Ju	Yeom-Su	Cho Chung	staff



Han Ki-Jang	Ahn Jong-Jin	Sung Chan-Ho
staff (ep.8)	staff (ep.8)	staff (ep.18)

Jinyowon



Park Eun-Hye	Joo Suk-Tae	Arin	Jung Se-Hyun
Jin Ho-Gyeong	Jin U-Tak	Jin Cho-Yeon	Jin Cho-Yeon's servant

Royal Family



Shin Seung-Ho	Choi Kwang-Il	Kang Kyung-Hun	Park Byung-Eun
Go Won	King Go Soon	Queen Seo Ha-Sun	King Ko Sung

Jang Uk's Group



Oh Na-Ra	Joo Sang-Wook	Bae Gang-Hee	Jang Tae-Min
Maidservant Kim Do-Joo	Jang Gang	Do-Hwa	Servant Lee

Master Lee's Group



Lim Chul-Soo	Kim Chil-Doo	Kwon Eun-Sung	Ha Joon-Sung	Park Seol-Ha
Master Lee Cheol	Master Lee Cheol (ep.15)	Master Lee Cheol (ep.15)	boy (ep.19-20)	girl (ep.19-20)

Mu-Deok's Group



Ko Yoon-Jung	Lee Dong-Yong	Park Seung-Tae
Naksu	Broker Kim	grandmother (ep.19)

So-I's Group



Seo Hye-Won	Park Ok-Chool	Lee Hyun-Seo	Sim Jae-Hyun
So-I	ferry passenger	ferry passenger	thug

Chwiseonru Courtesan House

Sojin

Ju-Wol



Jeon Hye-Won	Park Sang-Hyun	Cho Ye-Gyul	Kim Joong-Don	Jung Ho
Ae-Hyang	gisaeng	singer (ep.9)	guard (ep.9,15)	guard (ep.9,15)

Royal Palace



Lee Ki-Sub	Jung Ji-Soon	Jung Sun-A	Jung Ji-Hwan	Kim Yeon-Woo
Eunuch Oh	Eunuch Kim	court lady (ep.6)	royal guard (ep.8)	royal guard (ep.8)

Kim Hwa-Young

court lady (ep.15)

Jeongjingak



Lee Ji-Hoo	Lee Bong-Joon	Joo Min-Soo	Seol Chang-Hee	Kim Hwan
Cha Beom	Gu-Hyo	Han Yeol	Cheonbugwan investigator (ep.5)	guard (ep.17-18)

Noh Jung-Hwan

guard (ep.17-18)

Unanimous Assembly



Woo Hyeon	Kim Sang-Il	Jang Eui-Don	Kim Jin-Goo	Lim Yong-Soon
Monk Ho-Yeon	family leader	family leader	family leader	family leader



Lee Young-Jin	Kim Nam-Jin
family leader	Ji-Ho's mother (ep.17)

Daegangtongun



Kim Ik-Tae	Jang Sung-Bum
Kang Man-Cheon	Ji-Ho

Gaema Village



Shim So-Young	Kim Ki-Cheon	Kang Jung-Im
Shaman Choi	Shaman Bong (ep.16)	Fire Priestess' employee (ep.16)

Choi Family

Hwang In-Joon

Mage Choi (ep.7,19)

Commerce Group



Ahn Soo-Ho	Jo Kyung-Jae	Choi Gyo-Sik	Choi Nam-Wook	Oh Kyu-Taek
inn merchant	inn boy (ep.2)	boutique shop owner (ep.1)	umbrella seller (ep.10)	snacks seller (ep.10)



Park Young-Soo	Lee Yoo-Joon
jewelry seller (ep.17,20)	wedding dress seller (ep.19)

Younger Days



Park Sang-Hoon	Moon Sung-Hyun	Gu Yu-Jung	Yoon Hae-Vin	Kim Min-Seung
Jang Uk (young)	Seo Yul (young)	Naksu (young)	Jin Bu-Yeon (child)	Park Jin (child) (ep.14)



Lee Sung-Wook	Kim Ye-Gyeom	Jang Sun-Yool	Jeong Seo-Yul
Park Jin (teen) (ep.14)	Jang Uk (child) (ep.16)	Seo Yul (child) (ep.16)	Park Dang-Gu (child) (ep.16)

Others



Yum Hye-Ran	Jung Min-Joon	Kim Sung-Hyo	Gu Da-Song	Kim Joo-Young
Geon's mother (ep.1)	homeless boy (ep.1)	Naksu's family's servant (ep.5)	Jin Cho-Yeon's friend (ep.8)	villager (ep.8)



Kim Na-In	Kim Jong-Ho	Park Jae-Hwi	Oh Young-Mi	Lee Byeong-Cheol
villager (ep.8)	villager (ep.10)	Songrim servant contestant (ep.10)	neighborhood woman (ep.15)	neighborhood man (ep.15)



Shin Seung-Yong	Bae Sung-Il
diner (ep.19)	diner (ep.19)

Additional Cast Members:

Jung Hyun-Woo - room with dead bodies staff (ep.15)
Seo E-Hyun
Lee Jin-Hong
Yeon Oh
Na Jun

Trailers

Episode Ratings

Date	Episode	AGB
Date	Episode	Nationwide	Seoul
2022-06-18	1	5.205%	4.833%
2022-06-19	2	5.872%	6.047%
2022-06-25	3	5.288%	5.315%
2022-06-26	4	6.841%	6.878%
2022-07-02	5	5.352%	5.253%
2022-07-03	6	6.639%	6.880%
2022-07-09	7	5.311%	5.158%
2022-07-10	8	6.826%	6.694%
2022-07-16	9	5.204%	5.329%
2022-07-17	10	6.958%	6.835%
2022-07-23	11	4.989%	4.908%
2022-07-24	12	7.091%	7.032%
2022-07-30	13	6.290%	6.008%
2022-07-31	14	7.600%	7.484%
2022-08-06	15	6.610%	6.710%
2022-08-07	16	7.453%	7.544%
2022-08-20	17	7.566%	7.767%
2022-08-21	18	9.295%	9.793%
2022-08-27	19	7.915%	8.121%
2022-08-28	20	9.218%	9.903%

Source: AGB Nielson

Comments

Inad Nov 25 2023 11:32 am perfect!! If there had been more 5 episodes, everything could have ended well and there wouldn't have been a half-assed season 2

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Carmen RS Boricua Nov 01 2023 11:57 pm Thank you for such a wonderful and intriguing series. I was fully enthralled with all the characters and the plot. I cried I laughed I was hanging on by the seat of my jogging pants watching this. Keep up the great work ? ? I hope to see more.

stme_22 Nov 01 2023 4:36 pm I instantly fell in love with the characters of Songrim.. esp. enjoyed the parts when the three boys shared the same screen ?.. it's such a relief and refreshing to see pure connections instead of regular hidden motives backgrounds..

terrymack Oct 17 2023 6:12 pm I don't understand why everyone hyped this series up so much. It was so hard to watch because everyone was just too dumb to live. The ending was even dumber than all the other episodes. I liked the characters, I really did and everyone played their part but their choices were just dumb.

Appreciation comment by reviewer Oct 14 2023 2:39 am Alchemy Of Souls, Season 1... where do I even start?

Quite definitely the most interesting kdrama and a tv show in general that I've seen in the past few years. The premise is fascinating, the visuals are excellent, the acting is fantastic and the ending is a tragedy! It's a true thriller with villainous villains and real character developments.

One way how I tell for myself if an actor is the right fit for the role, is what emotion they elicit in me despite how their role is set up to be perceived, whether they are supposed to be the good guy or the bad girl. And in this show, the two main standouts for me were the Assitant Gwanju Jin Mu (played by Jo Jae-yoon) and The Shaman-Queen (played by Kang Kyung-heon). While watching and rooting for the main protagonists, I reveled in how much I despised Jin Mu, every time he was on screen my skin crawled and I was genuinely thrilled when plans fell apart fom him, and even more excited when he sneakily tried to flip any situation to his benefit. But the Queen... man, that meltdown she had when she was confronted at the end was mesmerizing and one of the best performances on TV I've witnessed.

A few more high points. The execution of one of the best background relationships, in my very short memory, between the leader of Songrim Park Jin, the Maidservant Kim and Master Lee. It served as the best comic relief while also being an excellent character study and just another place for the show to flex on how many characters they could change during the short time on screen. The King's off-handed order to kill someone to see how the Ice Stone worked. It was such a short little interaction, but showed a completely brutal and uncaring part of a monarch who's used to getting what he wants and has gone very much past the point of what is considered humane. The fickleness of the Unanonymous Assembly. A spot on depiction of hunger for power, lack of responsibility and looking out for only yourself. The Crown Prince. I did not expect him to be set up as a likable and reasonable person. Though, I could've lived without him having a romantic interest in the female lead.

All in all, the writers really did their job well in making complex, multidimensional characters, showing everyone's dark and light sides, even the despicable Jin Mu who, in the end, was pained to a degree by his Master's death.

There weren't any plot points that didn't make sense, or at least I don't remember any, but even when character's action ended up being pointless, it was acknowledged and they tried to make it into a teachable moment. The story telling is superbly dynamic, though (and this is my personal pet peeve) there were a bit too many flashbacks.

One of my very favorite parts of this is the fact that they made the ending the way that they did. It was tragic, it was unfair, it was painful, but, it stayed true to the story and the overall tone of the show. If they had tried to twist something sweet and sentimental out of it at the end, it would not have worked, because in my opinion nothing short of killing everyone could've. And, because that's what they did, the show turned out so fantastic.

Naksu Sep 22 2023 2:10 am Let me tell you this is one of the best kdramas I have watched in a long time! It has everything! Romantic, action, a good plot, and sm more! The characters themselves you get attached to and u don't want anything to happen to them (even side characters). This show is a must watch! I cant wait for the next season!

Noel Maldonado Sep 16 2023 7:26 pm Please make season 3, one of the best I ever seen.

nin Aug 25 2023 5:21 am tbh it was kinda sad that i didn't get to enjoy naksu as much as i did with mudeok. s1 is much better than the s2 but im sure s2 wouldve ateeeeee if naksu had 20 eps as well

Peaches Aug 16 2023 2:47 pm I enjoy Kdrama shows and I am a huge fan of Alchemy of Souls. I've watched the entire series 4 times. This is a love story and the cast where all amazing, especially the main 9 characters. I was truly hoping for another season, it would be nice.

mariza faith tagabucba Aug 07 2023 11:57 pm the best fantasy series ive ever watched in kdrama,you can laugh you can smile,you can even cry and when it comes to love..ohh goshh..the best ever,i love it so much..?❤️

Jen Aug 04 2023 6:17 pm I found this series really hard work. Not sure I can be bothered watching series 2.

Rick Ladd Aug 02 2023 2:34 pm Put Season 3 back on the table! This series captivated me. It is a fun watching experience. I found myself talking to the characters as I was watching it!

Sari100% Jul 25 2023 3:10 am Minhyun : the boy who didnt change his personality even the script said that he was handsome

JayKay Jul 09 2023 10:35 pm and one more thing…the soundtrack is so good!

JayKay Jul 09 2023 10:31 pm I love love love this drama so much that after I finished s1 & 2, I immediately rewatched both. I did however miss Jung So Min in s2. She was the standout in s1. Mudeok was the funniest & she had the most character growth. So Min is so good at acting with her face and body and I don’t care that she is 9 yrs older that Jae Wook, they had really amazing chemistry and a deep relationship that made u root for them. Jae Wook, Minhyun and Seung Ho were outstanding and i wanted Mudeok to be w all 3 of them! All the 2ndary characters were amazing, costumes and production and writing all stellar. One of the best fantasy shows I’ve seen — Korean and Western!

Latoya Moxey Jun 30 2023 3:01 pm From the Bahamas I love love love this series bravo

Cynthia Jun 15 2023 6:37 pm This show was excellent. Please make more.

keegan Jun 10 2023 7:24 am I love this kdrama so much. This is the best Sageuk Fantasy drama for me. I watched it 4 times already cause I love Mudeok in Part 1. I became a Jung SoMin fan because of this drama.

fan Jun 09 2023 1:15 am Well, people have their own opinion. As for me I am very choosy in what dramas I watch so after 2521 this is the only drama i have finished and enjoyed until the end. So it is not overrated for me. Although this Season 1 is definitely much better than Season 2 in every way but especially acting from the female lead. Just a heads up Somin playing Mudeok/Naksu/Buyeon here will be replaced by another actress in Season 2 so don't get too attached. I mean if that's possible.

AOS Jun 02 2023 10:10 am Overrated drama. It’s nothing near to masterpiece. Wasted my time for no reason. Very overrated seriously.

lockmasterj May 19 2023 7:21 am If you only watch one, the first season. Literally watched the first episode got me hooked and I binged the first season in 4 days (fell asleep at my desk at work) then the last episode had me so messed up I had to binge season 2. If you only watch one, do the first one but that will probably get you so worked up you watch season 2

Jingga May 18 2023 3:43 am Which one is more impressive? Season 1 or season 2?

mia May 04 2023 4:47 pm I thought Jin Ho Gyeong and the Queen Seo Ha Sun are twin. hahaha. They kinda look alike.

Isabel M Coloma-Sanz Apr 27 2023 8:39 pm I just finished the whole serie and it was great. The performances were impecable and the visual effects perfect. I very much like the clean and pure sensuality of the characters without the need of sex performances. The fights are enjoyable because there is not exaggeration showing blood or torture, or screaming or yelling to demonstrate power as in too many movies and or series. I have to watch it a second time to enjoy it again. I really like South Korean dramas and historical series. Congratulations!

Rlsie Apr 12 2023 11:00 pm Disappointed. I was so hyped for this but it was bad. Couldn't even finish watching all of it.

ari Apr 07 2023 2:07 am forgot to mention Arin's acting is so cute in s1 and cold in s2. regardless, i love her. Hwang Minhyun as Seo Yul is just so cool, he is my favorite character ??

ari Apr 07 2023 2:06 am this series is a Masterpiece. as a long time kdrama fan, this is one of the kdramas that impress and left an incredible impact to my life. after finishing this drama, i feel empty and sad. i love the plot and the characters. moreover, the casts' chemistry with each other is another factor of the succsss of this drama. Lee Jae Wook and Go Younjung finally got the recognition they deserve. Jung So Min is remarkable as always. Ka Insoo's duality from AOUAD to AOS is amazing! The love stories in this drama is so heartwarming except the complications of the late king, jang gang, and Dohwa. Overall, i love both seasons and season 2 is my favorite! Thank yoy AOS for healing my painful heart and made me happy for a short time.

Rima Mar 28 2023 9:35 am Totally in love with this series. Just Perfect! Pure pleasure watching this drama. Also S2 by tge way! Not a single second being dragged or boring. A great storyline, superb music and an incredible cast with great performances. In love with the 2 female leads, absolutely stunning and great acting but LJW, wow, he nailed this. I fell in love with him instantly. First time i see his acting, a great actor, gorgeous and charismatic!

Zeus Mar 27 2023 3:04 pm A Masterpiece in every way!! Incredible, amazing drama! One of the best! A brilliant story, beautiful music, an amazing high talented cast! I fell in love with LJW, a talented actor with a great charisma, i totally loved him. A must see!!!

Oh Mar 11 2023 12:44 am The entire cast was great...but I keep falling in love with Oh Nara every time I watch a drama with her in it.

Ciepao Mar 08 2023 10:45 am This drama is incredible! For a 20-episode-drama the pace is not slow and not fast, just the right pace. I find the story where they can place their soul into another body refreshing and new. Such an intriguing story, no wonder this was a hit drama. All story of each characters and family will make you curious and anticipate for the next episodes. Love it!

The friendships, relationship of the main leads, families, and the different mages are thrilling. All of the actors/actresses are good but I like Jung So Min's acting the best! Though I find the chemistry of Jang Uk and Mudeok a tiny bit lacking. But still they are lovely! I already grew fond of So Min as Naksu so I don't know if I'll like the next season considering it's not her anymore.

Anyway, I'll rate this a 10/10.

Mary Feb 22 2023 8:17 am Season 3 please and we want Jung su min or mu deck back for the next season. ? the

nikki Vu Feb 17 2023 3:56 pm I Absolutely Love part 1 and part 2. Love the story line, love the characters. I wish there was more episodes. I have started to re-watch this show already hoping that there will be a part 3.

Tajedo Feb 11 2023 12:09 am Just started the first two episodes and I think it is a great movie.

Renwa Feb 09 2023 10:55 pm Pure watching pleasure…parts 1& 2. I took a pause between parts to adjust to the cast changes but everything in this production was such high quality that I fell in love with it all. The cast, ALL, was spectacular, story, cinematography, action was literally out of this world. Plenty of suspense, heroes, villains, romance…just fun & escape…true entertainment. Kudos to everyone associated with this production. Enjoy…don’t miss this one.❤️

Tatjana Feb 09 2023 6:55 pm This is by far the best series I have seen in a long time. Contrary to many comments here I did get the explanation why Jin Buyeon looks like Naksu - it is Mu-Deok's body but in the process od de-petrifying Mu-Deok's body they used Naksu's Energy so the face startet looking like Naksu's (creating oneself according the image one has of oneself). BUT I also miss Mu-Deok / Jung So-Min. Here role was fresh, funny and strong and Part 2 lost a lot with her not playing in it anymore.

Future kdrama star Feb 04 2023 4:10 pm I like this story but it did drag on. Season 2 is better. I gave up halfway on season 1 and then picked it up. Love the chemistry between the leads. The king is underrated actor. He plays insecure and anxious so good. The crown Prince has a very deep voice lol. It surprise me. I think 16 episodes would have been perfect for season 1. However episode 20 made me cry.

I loved season 2 but I wouldn't watch it without watching season 1. Naksu is so cute! I love the chemistry with the actors. The kissing scenes feels real. The second season is fast paced, fill with action and more humor. It should have 16 episodes All the actors look comfortable and natural in their roles. Jang UK is handsome as the destroyer. Jin mun is the ultimate evil villan. I hope we get season 3.

Lionheart Feb 04 2023 4:47 am I still prefer Season 1 over 2 for all aspects. Lee Jae Wook is crazy talented and best young actor.

White look Feb 02 2023 10:50 pm The writer decided to use the sensational ending to unfold the story in the next season as in so many popular crime dramas I've seen. I didn't like spoilers so I didn't watch any trailers or interviews before, I just watched the drama. I was in immense shock and had a hard time after the end of season 1. I loved every character in the drama so much, so I prayed they wouldn't have to suffer anymore. Luckily, it came true in season 2. My heart felt more at ease, but when I suddenly remembered, I felt sad because of that tragedy. I've had a lot of thoughts for months. I thought that if it had been a novel, if the characters had only been drawn from words, pages and my imagination in my head, not so clearly, so intensely, I probably wouldn't have been in such a predicament. Now I feel fine to look forward to the next works of the cast. Let's look at things with a positive look.

christina Feb 01 2023 10:04 am Enjoyed both parts as much, but like the matured Jang Uk better in part 2. Love all the actors as well as the characters they protrayed. Somehow, Ko Yoon-Jung's deadly stare made her very attractive. The plot, I'll say 8/10. Thank you, Writers Hong ;-)

Juliette Chin Jan 26 2023 1:56 pm OMG, all the actors love them one by one, the role they playing I had fun of them WOW

delight Jan 25 2023 11:41 am Loved the 1st season more than the 2nd one as the chemistry between the leads was more than just a romance. it was like they were supporting and inspiring each other. hope jung somin and lee jae wook plays in another dram together

Joys Jan 25 2023 7:27 am Season 1 is better and fun

czawin Jan 22 2023 9:16 am this drama is so good. everything else became boring after watching this. So inlove with LJW & JSM hope to see them in another drama

Tamasi Jan 22 2023 4:24 am Awesome, i cannot stop to watch hhh

Helen Jan 20 2023 1:32 pm I actually love this movie, I learnt alots from it, and it was emotional in the second part of the movie, I can say it's a great one, and more grease to your elbow on every one who partake in this movie, I love the vigor of the cast, and would actually love to meet them.

Danny Byun Tae K Jan 20 2023 4:06 am I was surprised at the acting range of Yoo In-soo. I only realized after the conclusion of Season 1 and 2 that he is the terrible, nasty Zombie Yoon Gwi-nam in All of us are Dead.

Benny Jan 19 2023 12:52 pm Love story but unlike the second part. Its too draggy. The kissing scene is unnecessary to show that they are madly in love. I love part 1 better where there is less romance. The action is meh for me in part 2. Does not have the wow factor.

RAHUL Jan 13 2023 12:57 pm thank you for this drama u guys have worked with ur heart its truly amazing show blessing to the eyes story plot acting directing animations truly what an art and most of all a good ending thank you

SoA Jan 13 2023 6:51 am The Mudeok character was perfectly portrayed by JSM. She captivated the hearts of the viewers by her comical acts. I enjoyed the chemistry she had with all the male co-stars especially with SSH. I hope to see them in future projects.

Diana Jan 10 2023 11:49 pm My favorite fantasy drama so far!! Love both parth. Loving the unique story plot, the beautiful sceneries, the actors, all except the cgi is kinda lame. The first part had interesting and comical relationship between Jangook and Mudeok, the second part had romantic and incredible chemistry between Jangook and Buyeon. Love all the cast chemistry. Satisfied with the ending episode. A must watch for fantasy romance lovers.

Whyy Jan 07 2023 6:16 pm Why does Hong sisters loves a tragedic ending in almost all their works. Pls make season 2 a happy ending! :( Or i vow wont be watching all your future projects anymoreeeeee. :'((

jas Jan 04 2023 7:18 pm I don't like this if im honest. The plot moves slow half the time I don't understand what's going on. Overload of characters. Sometimes less is more. Also I didn't feel chem btw the leads. Like I love them both as actors but there weren't any fluttery or passionate moments. I couldn't even sit through the last 7 episodes without skipping through because of all the irrelevant scenes in the middle. It's like they tried to jam-pack all these genres and couldn't find where they main focus was going to be. I haven't seen the second season but if the plot didn't interest me enough to watch the first I don't even know if I should waste my time watching the second.

loony Jan 03 2023 12:23 pm LJW & GYJ chemistry is so good ? their behind the scene also shows how comfortable and professional they are

Rach Jan 02 2023 5:14 am Knowing the pain Jang Uk will go through at losing Mu-deok/Naksu a second time, I don’t understand why his bf Seo Yul and master Lee Cheol would keep it a secret from Uk that Naksu will disappear forever when all Bu-Yeon’s memories return.

Seo Yul hasn't been much of a friend to Uk asking the wife Bu-Yeon/Naksu not to divulge pertinent information to the husband (Jang Uk). He's acting weird imo.

Aos Dec 31 2022 3:13 pm Will there be season 3?

Mili Dec 31 2022 6:57 am Miss Mu-deok Jang Uk chemistry...so watching again season1.

Kristine Spruzen Dec 31 2022 4:21 am Fantastic show, my husband and I love it. The humour, tragedy, drama and horror are wonderful. The actors are great, scenery is beautiful, in fact it is just a wonderful show! Thank you to you all.

Loveth Dec 30 2022 11:13 am I have nothing much to say than kudos to u guys u all have done well either you change cast or not you guys are great ???

It is not easy to make such a film u guys might have encounter a lot of bruises and cold but it is well ?????

To UK u are very much handsome and hardworking and to the rest of the cast and crews u guys are all genius ???? keep the good work ?????love u all?????

Agustee Dec 29 2022 11:03 pm Why can’t you guys write her personality to be the same as season 1?? She lost her memories not her brain. One of the reasons why I was willing to watch season 2. The argument of “if the inside is the same but the outside isn’t would you still love me?” Neither Are The Same! Even if I lost my memories I would be smart and spunk right! Maybe they should have gone with brain injury if you are changing the whole thing. If they had gotten that portrayed better the show would have be so much better. The chemistry and story seems forced. I’m super disappointed. Rather have the old kdrama have amenisa than this whole new body bit.

Chi Dec 29 2022 10:09 pm I am missing Mudeoki...Jung So Min in AOS2.

Pearl Dec 28 2022 10:30 pm I love and miss mudeok and Jang Uk on screen.?

AOSfan ph Dec 28 2022 8:17 pm Please Give the boys happy ending (yul, jang uk, park danggu and the prince) and were hoping they have season 3 and more i super love this series..

More power Hong siblings ?

Vidian Dec 25 2022 10:05 am I didn't really believe there could be anything done beyond season 1 to surpass such performances or the plot. I must admit that the series definitely keeps my heart racing and has me constantly anticipating what will happen next. Definitely maintains first place.

Keep up the good work.

nice drama Dec 24 2022 11:28 pm It is real life drama

BronCho Kerr Dec 22 2022 1:16 pm At first I was hesitant to watch season 2 because I root for Jang Uk and Mudeok but after seeing S2 E4 Jang Uk and Naksu does have chemistry and Naksu's acting is better than I expected. I think that the show keeps getting better and better and I hope Yul will not die please jebal T_T

Rinss Dec 21 2022 10:39 am I really loved s1 so much that i m not watching s2..cause i want to keep my memories of modeok & jang uk intact..hope to see somin and jae wook in another project in future..

Rob Dec 18 2022 12:29 pm I've watched a number of fantasy style TV-series and this for me, is one of the better ones. I love the story, character development and so much sneaky humor. I am grateful to Everyone involved in making it and thankful for their effort.

Would I like more? I would love it.

MSW Dec 18 2022 11:24 am So I just finished Part 2 ep. 14..

While I can resonate with Rowena’s points on feeling moved by Jang Uk’s loyalty to Naksu, is there anyone else who’s feeling mixed emotions about Jang Uk and Jin Bu-Yeon’s development of feelings? I mean, we, as the viewer know it’s the original two and while we secretly root for them, the fact that Jang Uk doesn’t know it’s Naksu yet, but is slowly coming out of this cold distant shell since his loss of Naksu in Part 1 is really stirring up mixed emotions for me, because it’s not like the show has been dropping hints that Jang Uk is suspecting Naksu in any of his interactions with Jin Bu-Yeon.. so my take is that he’s seeing her as an entirely separate entity and one that he may be falling for, kind of takes away from this alleged loyalty he professed to his original lover being that she would be the “only one” for him for the rest of his life. I feel like if the show included instances where he began to doubt and feel like he somehow knows her or feels moments of being reminded of Naksu, it would change that for me, but the fact he has shown such a strong position of him being upset when Jin Bu-Yeon recalled on the memory and energy of the egg, for example, his apparent acceptance that the two are different entities, and therefore somehow softening himself unknowingly towards her, kind of takes away the heartfelt/ moving emotions I have about the progression of the bond between his new wife. Anyone else feeling a bit conflicted??

Rowena Dec 18 2022 2:12 am If you haven't seen it yet, you're in for a real treat! In the coming 4th episode of Part 2, I'm hoping to see more of Jang Uk and Naksu's relationship. They've always had a strong bond and 3rd episode really shows it. We get to see Jang Uk make a huge sacrifice by waiting for Naksu even though she's no longer in his life. (there's hope)

It's heartbreaking but also so moving. Jang Uk has such loyalty to Naksu and it's really touching to watch. We get to see their relationship continue to deepen as he remains faithful and waits for her.

By the end of the 3rd episode, we get to see if Jang Uk ever finds out that Naksu is still alive, but we can only hope that he does soon. Seeing his reaction to the news would be amazing.

It's episodes like this that really stay with you. This one was particularly powerful and it was hard not to get emotional at points. I'm sure many fans were in tears by the end!

So that was a recap of the third episode of Part 2 of 'Alchemy Of Souls'. I absolutely recommend seeing this K-Drama if you haven't already. It's a great story and packed with emotion.

Magsie Dec 15 2022 8:04 pm I swear lady jin (mu deok’s mother) Is The Most AnnoyingUngrateful Character Of All. I mean even the antagonist didnt do this much, but she is very annoying and fickle. Helppppp

NoName Dec 13 2022 8:44 am Will there be season 3

Marathon24 Dec 13 2022 8:27 am PS. I wrote my previous comment only after watching the 1st episode of Part 2.

Marathon24 Dec 12 2022 11:00 pm So, this is my theory:

I think the character whom Go Yoon Jung played as is still Naksu's soul inside Jin Bu Yeon's body. She was saved from the lake by Lady Jin and her daughter before she is completely dead. The lake has made her unable to use her power again, but at the same time healed her from getting petrified and freed her from Jin Mu's spell (or may be Lady Jin has used her spell to heal her). But she lost all her memories as Naksu.

However, since the original actress, Jung So Min, does not continue her contract, they make Jin Bu Yeon changed her appearance to Naksu's (for whatever reason it is). That's why Jang Uk and everybody else doesn't recognize her as Mu Deok.

Jin Bu Yeon's soul might already be dead alongside Naksu's body that has been burnt earlier in Part 1. But since she is special, like Jang Uk, she was born due to the power of the ice stone, her soul/memories can sometimes linger in her body. Well, that's my theory.

Anyway, this drama is quite interesting, despite all pros and cons about the change in the female leads. I love the comedy too.

My- Deok Fan Dec 11 2022 10:26 am Just watched episode 2 and I have hope that Mu-Deok will come back as she is still in Naksu’s body which means the two can share the same body since they can’t live without each other to survive. So Jank-Uk will have the best of both worlds the face he fell in love with which is a high priestess Jin Bu-Yeon and the soul he fell in love with which is a Naksu.

I was about to drop this drama but now I’ll give it a go since there’s high chance the original actress will return but I hope not at the last episode as that will be unfair since we all fell in love with alchemy of the soul because of Mu-Deok played by Jung So-Min and Jung UK’s love story and chemistry. Hong sisters, please don’t disappoint us and let the fans of Mu-Doek down by not bringing her back.

tamee Dec 11 2022 6:42 am i cannot feel the chemistry

Mu- Deok fan Dec 10 2022 12:37 pm I’m still waiting for Mu- Deok, I hope the real Naksu is in her body and Jin Bu- Yeon is in Naksu’s body. Even though the story line is different but still we’ve invested 20+ hours in this drama already shipping Mu-Deok and Jang UK its difficult to accept this new body.

I’m still hoping but if not then I’ll just think of this as a new drama with most of the same actors and characters. Every time I see him with her I feel like he’s cheating on Mu-Deok so not ready to accept her yet or the way the story is continuing.

Maria Dec 10 2022 10:00 am Wow, now it's a switch! I love it! I was so ready not to love this part two for not having Mudeok (and Jang Uk togerher), however now I am very happy that Jin Bu-Yeon is back (with Jang Uk)!!! Albeit in a different body, but hey, I am not complaining, they both are of the same age now. Also those comedy snippets, I love how quirky funny they are!!! Keep it up!

Seele Dec 10 2022 8:47 am I feel like the actress of Naksu (Ko Yoon Jung) is kinda wasted in the first season.

The scene where the crown prince and Jang Uk unwittingly fall in love was hilarious.

hoihoi Dec 05 2022 3:28 am It's boring at times (sorry I'm not really invested in the budding romance friendship and side couples, so I skipped a lot of scenes) but the overall theme is amazing. I always respect Hong Sisters because they always build the characters' world in a way we couldn't think of. When lots of writers just tweak some webtoon ideas, or use ordinary set up, I respect how Hong Sisters built the whole fantasy kingdom. This is their first drama after three years since Hotel Del Luna, so they must have poured their heart and soul into this. Mad Respect! Kudos to all actors, directors, but to anyone enjoying this drama, I really really recommend you all watching All Hong Sisters' dramas because they're all amazing (except maybe Big which made us all mad lol).

Larry Dec 02 2022 6:23 am Patiently waiting for Dec 10th

Saami Dec 01 2022 5:40 pm Please bring back mu deok (jung so min) Naksu's body had been burnt already don't start any stupid story again complete this one first Season 2 with mu deok and UK is incomplete

Yuya Nov 28 2022 5:22 am Its weird for me. A servant and a noble or a servant with a prince.. come on, how could a servant with a standar personality, beauty or brain loved by 2 noble and 1 prince

Huda Frimpong Nov 25 2022 12:01 pm Great job guys Anxiously waiting for the next episodes

Nayeon Nov 22 2022 12:53 pm I have finally done watching. The writing went downhill in second half. It didn't meet up the expectation till the end. Maybe for season 2, let's see. Lee Jae Wook is the best thing in acting performances here. I am ok with others too.

LilyTot Nov 21 2022 2:07 am Finally finished this kdorama. Can't wait for S2. Hope to see So-min as well coz I really need a closure between Jang Uk & Mu Deok ?

mia Nov 18 2022 6:14 am I really hope they also bring Jung so min. otherwise, it will not be the same as no spark of interest will be there as the story will be repetitive, bland, and predictable. in s1 both bu yeon and naksu resided in bu yeon body thus becoming mu deok. So it's fair for both actresses to return. For the main story to unfold both naksu and bu yeon are important. i will be outrageous and utterly disappointed if they cut of bu yeon. i can't believe she will not be there as she too has her part in the story. nakus and uk can be the end game but please bring so min as bu yeon. she suffered too much, it was her character who got separated from her mother due to power battles and politics so she should remain with her part and at least have closure. it is really unfair to her character and the plot.

please bring both jung so min and Ko Yoon-Jung.

Anzy Nov 10 2022 12:37 am The writers just ruined the plot on episode 20, they just ruined the story for the sake of comeback of one character in season 2?? How disappointing they just ruined a good plot and story, there’s nothing interested in season 2, all is predictable, there’s nothing more interested on Jang Uk and Naksu,, Worst writer with worst ideas and twists!

Pamela Oct 31 2022 5:07 am Episode 20 was so cool; finally, some bloodshed and eliminations LOOL. I'm waiting anxiously to see how this unfolds.

Alex Oct 28 2022 9:19 am So hard to wait until December!

SAMUEL Oct 18 2022 8:34 am I finally saved my time to watch this and I do not regret it at all. Such a good story with great casts and directing. Hope that lee jaewook will show us some more dramas with him in the future. Just why the ending have to end like that...it makes sense it's why 2nd season is needed. I don't like dramas with seasons though.

willson Oct 17 2022 5:45 am Congratulations to Lee Jae Wook and Arin for winning awards in the 17th Asia Model Awards for Alchemy of Souls. Congrats babies.

Jasjit Oct 16 2022 7:30 pm Superb drama . Lee Jae Wook was just too good. His portrayal of Jang UK was absolutely superb. Congratulations! For th award. Well deserved. Jung So Min was good also. She could have been better. Thumbs up Goid to see a good drama after some time .

xiao Oct 16 2022 8:32 am Congratulations to Our Lee Jae Wook once again for winning another award for Alchemy of Souls. Very talented and amazing actor indeed.

Lilla Oct 14 2022 11:42 am Waiting for Season 2 in December! Cannot wait to meet Dark version of Jang Uk and the rest of Daeho. Come faster ❤️

Marj Oct 14 2022 5:28 am Our jung somin, we will miss you. You're so good in AOS..never got bored because of your acting. Truly a good actress!

Patricia Oct 14 2022 2:03 am Congratulations Jaewook! He won an award for his incredible acting in Alchemy of Souls. Our young and talented actor! Waiting for season 2!

JSM Oct 13 2022 7:17 am Somin is so good. Her acting even the funny moments. Hands down! even though she didn't get the award, for me she is the best actress!!

Somina Oct 12 2022 8:32 pm Somin should be the best actress!

Rexie Oct 10 2022 10:09 pm Jung somin should have an award for her role along with Lee jae wook and the Director! So sad that she did't get the award. For me, Jung somin is the best actress!

Nica Oct 10 2022 4:13 am I can't so min is Soo good, (Philippines) we want her to be part of the next season on December.. so pleaseeee give her a role?♥️♥️

Mercy Oct 08 2022 1:24 pm I love jung so min acting so much and Lee jea wook their chemistry is top notch

Ashna Oct 07 2022 11:11 am This drama is The Best Drama Of 2022 I loved every single positive role in this drama and the best part is their Comedy Touch. The head of songrim, Park jin portrays us the best character with his strict, humor and caring nature. The second best role is ofcourse the male lead Jank uk portrays us the determination towards the spell and caring nature towards his Mu deok. I think the character of Mu deok is quite upsetting coz she does not shows much love n care towards Jang uk rather she portrays her furious nature. The drama is not at all sad except the ending. Heart touching moment - When Jang uk holds her hand in the last ep.

Faithb Oct 04 2022 6:38 am I love this kdrama waiting for season 2 to release can't wait hoping mudeok (jungsumin) in season 2

christina Oct 04 2022 1:46 am Though the ending is reasonable, still it is so sad. Sad to me is not tears but something just knotted up inside and I feel awful. Thanks for the emotions. I was watching some behind the scene stuffs and really do not understand how these actors can one minute laughing and being themselves and next just went into their characters and look so so real. Apart from the hard work of all the actors, I feel it had a lot to do with the production team: the editors, the director, the makeup people. Just the whole lot of them. Good thing there's season 2, though I am not optimistic about the ultimate ending, but I trust that it will be reasonable as well. It is also a fantasy of all fantasies. The combination of their wardrobes, hairstyles, speech/dialogue, mannerism and maybe more, were totally irrelevant to any period of time that's known to us, me at least. Thank you, to the writers, the Hong sisters, for this wonderful story. Will watch it again before season 2.

Will Oct 04 2022 1:30 am Great drama with interesting plots and good casts! I loved every minute of it. Lee Jae Wook is very talented and charismatic despite of his young age and being a rookie. Looking forward to season 2!

snow Oct 03 2022 8:38 pm plot comprehension really isn't found in some viewers, no? it's been clear from the start that the main characters in this drama are Naksu and Jang Uk. Mudeok is just Naksu in disguise but she's still Naksu. yall are too hung up on the actors playing, please pay attention to the plot

ron Sep 29 2022 12:42 pm very enjoyable to watch , good caracters , serious but also humorous . i like this more than the amerikan movies . more of these please !

May Sep 29 2022 10:23 am I really, really enjoyed this K drama. I literally cried my eyes out when Jang Uk was stabbed by Mudeok/Naksu. But never knew there was light at the end of the tunnel seeing UK resurrected ?waiting for season 2 patiently....

Kenza Sep 27 2022 2:00 pm A fascinating drama , full of intriguing situations.The characters are absolutely doing a great job.I was completely in an other dimension.I enjoyed watching it again and again.Unlike the other series I couldn't expect what is next.Iam waiting for the second season impatiently. With all the respect to the whole staff and actors.

Odethe Sep 26 2022 9:11 am Alchemy of Souls it was one of the few dramas where the main leads aren't annoying with constant miscommunication and things like that surrounding their love. The love pairings are perfect in my opinion they really did well with matching the love interest with each other. Compared to other dramas this wasn't one when I was like oh this character should have end up with this other character. This show really keeps you on edge and it never gets to print where you want to drop the show. Personally I really like how they didn't get that happy ending; the way they ended the show is an amazing morning to have people on earth and waiting impatiently for the next season. I can't wait to see how the relationship between So-yi and Seo-yul goes. And to end this paragraph the one thing I would say I'm not looking forward to as for the crown Prince to become the main antagonist and I wonder what they're going to do with that one girl likes Jang Uk. I think she looks really great with the crown Prince.

Chinnie Sep 24 2022 7:06 pm This movie good,it's very humorous,the cast were nicely selected,it's good enough

Alice Sep 24 2022 9:11 am One of my favorite series !!!????

Moses Dare Sep 23 2022 8:47 am I love this movie so much please release season 2 for us

Kdramabinge Sep 21 2022 11:43 am Just finished watching this drama and I can't get over it!!!?!?! I hope the crown prince won't be evil or bad (but i think he will be). Anddd please make it Rom-Com too for season 2 and not some serious drama. Makes me regret to finished watch these cause waiting will be so annoying

P/s: i really think Somin will be in Season 2 cause they wont kill Mudeok's character and leave it hanging like that. Plus, she's Buyeon clearly her mother will be looking for her. And please let her be Buyeon!!!

Ibu ibu jowo Sep 15 2022 2:38 am thanks for not rushing in ending this story..i can't wait for AOS season 2.. I like the development of each character and the storyline, so it's not boring..

because this is a sequel, then I believe the director will bring Jung So-Min's for season 2.

axi Sep 14 2022 1:30 am Great story from episode 1 to 19 with a very disappointing ending. and here's another disappointing casting and storylines of season 2. congrats to a ---- writers!

Woogi Sep 13 2022 12:37 am The one that save mudeok in the last could it be the Chisonru head, Girls Day Soojin team. Because she is the only mudeok friend and the one save her also are girls. and the preview for 2nd season also shown Naksu is seen at Chisonru.

I like the minor characters like her and Sangyul. Hope the will be more development in their characters.

Holamine Sep 10 2022 3:43 am Please the season 2 should be out as promised in December, I can't wait for it!!

Pls release the season 2 on time and don't keep us waiting just like how we have been waiting for Arthdal Chronicles!

Pearl Sep 09 2022 10:11 pm Love it ! Love it! Love It!!!!!!!

mdona Sep 09 2022 3:30 am Great drama indeed! I love all the characters especially Mudeok!

Patta Sep 09 2022 2:10 am Did you guys forget Mudeok we have seen all this time is actually Naksu's soul? Jin Bu Yeon doesn't even show up more than a minute this whole time. Jin Clan should be highlight?? Already wasted so much time in Jin Lady and her daughter searching plus fake daughter scheme..she cannot even recognize her real daughter after many episodes.. I'm sorry there is nothing interesting left about them.. I know it's because you don't like the original Naksu actress. Still can't accept her as new FL..

runi Sep 09 2022 12:57 am Alchemy of Souls is by far the best K-fantasy series of all time , There's a great potential for this series like harry potter etc. but I don't know , It suddenly changes on the end part, there's no consistency to the story since there's a lot of too much twists of writers. The good thing for this drama Is there's a balance , from a action , comedy , romance because of mudeok character. I got really excited on Buyeon to meet the Jin Family and Jang Gang returns , also clash of masters like master Lee vs Jang Gang but sadly Jang Gang just easily perished and Buyeon.

I have nothing against the original Naksu Ko Yoon-Jung shes also a beauty but I dont know , there's no charm/charisma like mudeok / bu yeon . we almost forgot the character of Naksu through a new Identity of Mudeok/Buyeon and wish Naksu will forever did'nt come back? The most exciting part for Alchemy of Souls is the Identity of Buyeon and Jin Family , mudeok / Buyeon character is like a Soul in this drama and the reason of It's success . Let's see if season 2 If how the writers explained why Buyeon will not come back . They end the season 1 with too many plot holes and here we go again season 2 for Naksu. I just wish that Buyeon and Jin Clan will be a highlight in Season 2 but It's only a wish:)

KST Sep 08 2022 1:12 am Cannot wait for season 2!

bee Sep 08 2022 12:46 am @Lapillus im sorry to burst ur bubble dear, but sadly No she wont come back for season 2, tvn official already confirmed it last week.

lulu Sep 07 2022 10:52 pm per hong sisters logic, jang uk's burnt body can comeback to life, naksu's ash can comeback to life But half petrified mudeok/Jin Bu-Yeon's body can't?????

Dayun Sep 07 2022 5:35 am I'm surprised with Lee Jae Wook's age. He is still a baby, already has great works under his belt. Very talented and charismatic young actor.

Jilda Riordan Sep 07 2022 1:00 am This drama. Was very entertaining, had everything love it but I didn’t like the end. Is there going to be a second season. Left me with wanting more. Thank you

Elle Sep 06 2022 4:15 am Please aware of this, the actress change was pre-planned thing since Day 1. JSM clearly knew about it, and only signed for season 1 only because her role stops in season 1 ending. JSM is already busy with her other projects now. The original Naksu will be back in season 2. This is the first time in k-dramas with this attempt, when the writers are being bold about it. No one steals FL role, please.

Tin Sep 04 2022 7:48 pm I think Jung So Min Not Being Available for season-2 will be a major roadblock for this drama cos first thing is that they'd have to change the character for bu yeon too (unless she's going to or will be in a coma for the entirety of season 2) cos they made the mistake of still using Jung so min for that, so if she won't be appearing in season 2 it means the bu yeon storyline will be limited/cut short and then there's the Naksu part which is making everyone crazy, annoyed and sad cos Jung So Min as an actress and as a person made Naksu More Likable and a lot of people are attracted and attached to her as dat character. Now my theory is dat i think bu yeon and Naksu won't show up much in season 2 and will only appear to somewhat give the drama some sort of happy ending which will only make the drama somewhat disappointing cos everyone has/had high hopes for it. And i believe there may be a lot of plot holes (unanswered questions) if they rush the drama.

Shrusti Murthy Sep 04 2022 12:49 pm I really love the Korea series. But mainly I have fallen love with this drama called alchemy of souls. I watched everything but I am eagerly awaiting for part two. Actually it is really amazing and nice drama. Especially I have fallen love with junk uk and ul , park Jin, Lee master and crown prince. And mudeoke. I don't know what to say but it is really interesting and makes curiosity. It just wonderful series.

Kit Cat Sep 04 2022 10:24 am Jang Uk really grew up well despite having no parents by his side and no magical power. Maidservant Kim brought him up well and his friends are really good natured. Despite his father worries and Park Jin, Jang Uk turn out fine, he knows power is fleeting, he did not hesitate to lose it to save everyone. He did not hesitate to give the credit to the crown prince too. I guess Naksu and Jang Uk choose love over power. Because of socery Jang Gang made his wife had an affair without her knowing just to keep the king from exposing him using alchemy of soul. Serves him right. I really need to see Jin mu fall.

Felyz Sep 04 2022 8:35 am The story was interesting but i think the episodes too long.. i hate the jokes inside the story, too much talk and makes me bored sometimes..-_-

Sofia Sep 04 2022 4:00 am You can choose not to watch part 2 if you cannot accept the fact the actress (JSM) has never signed up for part 2, only did for part 1 since the start. It's wrong to degrade and drag down other actors and characters because of this. They are all doing their jobs. Those actors are rookies and much younger than JSM in real life.

If you want to blame someone, put your blame on Hong Sisters, the writers of this drama instead. Hong Sisters are the one who makes this decision since the start. The director, the producer, the production team and actors are only following Hong Sisters' scripts and plans.

JSM Sep 03 2022 10:51 pm JSM shoule be in part 2! Her character made this drama more interesting and enjoyable! Plus stroy of BUyeon is more interesting than Naksu. Naksu's story should have ended in part 1!

Physhawn Sep 03 2022 7:36 pm Now I have rewatch every single episode again until December. I love Alchemy of Souls, I’m truly rooting for Mu-deok/ Naksu and Jang Uk, Park Jin and Maidservant Kim are all my favorites❤️

Oly Sep 03 2022 7:33 pm I'm not watching S2 if Bu Yeon dies. I enjoyed S1 until the last episode where I became disappointed that Bu Yeon ran wild.

Yi Sep 03 2022 7:08 pm Oh seems everyone love this series but except me. It’s not my type.

Disappointed in writer and director. All cast is good except to leading actress who looks older than the gang. Now watching to EP16, feeling what

Ginagal Sep 03 2022 11:42 am Jung So Min as Mudeok/Bu Yeon should come back as Bu Yeon the very powerful Priestess of the Jin clan and should end up with Jang Yuk. The pair of them can get rid of the evil Jin Mu or whatever his name is and all of his unholy followers. Naksu and Yul should end up together also strengthening the Seo Clan. Producers make sure to bring back Jung So Min as she carried this KDrama and her chemistry with Uk is what made the drama.

TUD Sep 03 2022 8:18 am We will miss you mudeokaa the soul of the Alchemy of souls!

Buyeon Sep 03 2022 8:11 am JSM should be the FL in part 2..Buyeon's story is more interesting than naksu. For me Naksu's life story had ended in part 1. It should buyeon's this time.

bbbbbb Sep 03 2022 7:53 am I won’t watch Aos S2,,, the story of jin buyeon are better than naksu!!!!

Mimiren Sep 02 2022 7:33 pm How do you even explain Naksu coming back to life when her body had been burned! It doesn't make sense! And what about Bu Yeon's storyline? Jung So Min was Bu Yeon herself. Explanations better be good because although I loved Part 1 I just might give up on Part 2 if the explanations are absurd.

Mrose Sep 02 2022 7:23 pm The 20th episode for the first season was a cliffhanger in a disappointing way. To top it all the trailer showed without jung so min. I was angry to say the list. I loved her chemistry with UK . I loved her role and acting. She is a key character in Alchemy. She has to be in season 2. Besides naksu body was already burnt to ashes. You mean ice stone can being back the ashes thats crazy. I understand UK came back because he had the ice stone. Naksu non. What about mu-deok and bu-yeon mystery? Another actress? No way!! The viewers cannot accept this.

Daisy Sep 02 2022 6:47 am If Lee Jae Wook is in, I'm in for season 2. That's all matters. This boy carried this drama for me. He is very talented and very young.

CS22 Sep 02 2022 4:24 am Ep 1 fight scene with Patk Jun and Naksu was replayed in Ep 20 when Mudeok was trapped in the forest.

Mudeok (JSM) can kick ass. She can carry the fight scenes elegantly since she was trained to dance. She was able to block Park Jin's arrow the second time. She got her wish. She was thinking about it when she saw the arrow on the desk while cleaning the room of Park Jin.

JangUk is always coming to Mudeok's rescue since they met. It's what he promised to Master Lee. In the end, Master Lee really saw JangUk a better man than his master Seo. JangUk is resurrected because he kept the ice stone. He reached Hwansu level now. Just like Master Lee. I want to see what Hwansu level cam do.

Lydia Sep 02 2022 4:07 am Cannot wait for season 2, which I wish they would be mainly focused on Jang Uk. I'm waiting for it mainly for him. Lee Jae Wook is so amazing.

Baby Taehyung Sep 01 2022 9:46 pm Jang UK is not the ice stone. The ice stone chooses him and give him the infinite power and immortality. When Mudeok enters the relic storage of Jinyowon. The relics called her the ice stone. Buyeon died in her mother's womb but resurrected with the help of Jang Gang and he used the ice stone to save her. Buyeon, Naksu, and Jang UK were born on the same day. When Naksu did the alchemy she chooses a different body. However, Mudeok or Buyeon chooses her instead. That is the reason why Naksu was trapped in Mudeok’s body. There must be a connection among the 3 characters (Naksu, Buyeon, and Jang Uk). Jang UK is aware about Naksu being trapped in Mudeok's body but he was not aware about Mudeok/Buyeon’s origin. It was constantly mention in the story the Book of Hearts. That is a love letter as well as the instructions on how to use the ice stone. Master Seo Gyeong didn't destroy all the ice stone. He left one to save the woman that she love which was the priestess of Jinyowon the ancestor of Mudeok/Buyeon. In my own analysis Jang UK will use the ice stone to save Naksu and free her from cursed that Jin Mu inflected. Mudeok or Buyeon is already powerful as a priestess and made out from the ice stone. I don't know now how the love story will continue in season two. But as they say love is soul to soul. Probably he might end up with Naksu. Hehehe. I felt bad for the Naksu actress because a lot of people wanted Jang UK to be with Mudeok. I cannot deny also that the chemistry between Mudeok and Jang Uk is superb. The writers were very clever with an open ended season 1. A cliffhanger ending. I am really curious on how they will continue the story in season 2 in correlation to season 1. Let us just wait for the future season and find out.

CS22 Sep 01 2022 8:33 pm The silhouettes of Master Seo and Jin leader look very much like JangUk and Mudeok when they narrated what happened 200 years ago.

The ill-fated lovers met again in the body of JangUk and Mudeok.. It was bittersweet that JangUk confessed his feelings and Mudeok accepted him and revealed her feelings to JangUk before she was turned into Naksu by the potion of Shaman Choi.

Everything can happen in a make believe world. It's like pulling tricks from a magician's hat. That's the message from the writers. We might as well write our own Season 2 with Mudeok returning to satisfy our own logic. For those who want the real Naksu, they got their wish come true. It's the New AOS as stated in the trailer.

John Sep 01 2022 8:29 pm Loved the season 1 but im still confused about one thing , was Mu-Deok or Naksu in love with Jang Uk?? I know it sounds weird but i feel jan uk was in love with naksu

Bhavna Sep 01 2022 7:53 pm How can Naksu come back. Her body was burnt to ashes. Then whose body will she takeif Mudeok is not coming. If Naksu is coming back then I guess the writer has forgotten the story from season one. If Jung So Min is not going to be in season two then I won't be watching it. ???????

Jade Sep 01 2022 3:24 pm I would really love for Mu-Deok to come back. Yhe end of Season one felt so personal to me....i felt angry for Jang Uk and Mu-Deok...they cannot get a break to just be in love geeze! The little i saw of Uk in Season 2 he looks like a vengeful assassin. I dont blame him. Jinmu seemed to take away all that truly mattered to him. Smh.

Thea Sep 01 2022 2:42 pm I did not like the ending at all, and the fact that Jun So-Min will not be back on Season 2 as Mu-Deok I thought she was really good in that role and finally have to wait until December to see the new season.

Cool Summer 2022 Sep 01 2022 6:03 am Master Heo first mentioned about Mudeok's ear when he pinched her out of anger after the poison incident. Mama Jin also realized that So-I got a different shape of ear. Are the writers going to use it to confirm the identity of Bu Yeon while they bring her to get healed by Master Heo. He already said he know how to heal a petrified soul shifter.

I am expecting Mudeok lying on the table in the entire S2. That's what happened in the other drama that I watched. I expect the same plot coz the focus is on the male lead in S2. I feel like watching a remake. I like that drama a lot. I don't mind watching a remake. 10 episodes can run fast instead of too many dragging scenes. Season 1 is a light drama that filled my summer weekend very well. Season 2 might be another fun watch with lots of mind games from JangUk and JinMu.

Jil Sep 01 2022 4:33 am Predictable.

Too much love story.

Weak acting.

2/10.

Cs22 Aug 31 2022 9:21 pm AOS is comical whenever LJW and JSM are on screen. But the entire cast also gave great support to the leading actor and actress. There is balance on the screen so it came out very natural with their performance. I like the Crown Prince and his eunuch. They teamed up very well especially when Mudeok was in competition. Juwol is also another character who looked after the safety of Mudeok. She is a total business woman but very caring. The scenes of JangUk with Crown Prince are very entertaining. The love triangle of Filthy Mudeok/Crown Prince/JangUk is fun to watch. It wasn't too heavy or serious. Just about right with the jealousy from the Crown Prince. ParkJin and JinMu bickering about the honey biscuits was so on point. I see why they hate each other with the back story of JinMu being vengeful. I will wait for S2 to finish before rewatching the full 30 episodes. I can't watch every weekend in December and January.

Ultra Aug 31 2022 8:56 pm People need to chill, as I saw in part 2 trailer, I think GYJ's Naksu will not do much to the main story. She is likely to be only a love interest of Jang Uk. You could see part 2 main focus is only Jang Uk and his growth, his birth secret, his rights for the throne, his vigilante work, his destiny and the King's star energy, etc... It is going to have very little romance compare to part 1

Willson Aug 31 2022 8:08 pm I just finished watching part 1. There are a lot of plot-holes and dragging moments, I keep watching till the end just for Lee Jae Wook (Jang Uk). The main selling point for me, the actor himself is very talented and outperforms against veterans. He is truly amazing. We witnessed Jang Uk from good-for-nothing young master to qualified and amazing mage with strong willed. Jang Uk 2.0 in part 2 preview is total upgrade and super hot. I will continue supporting AoS till the end of part 2.

Marilyn Aug 31 2022 4:53 pm I finished watching all episodes which i rarely am able to do as very little series keeps my attention all the way to the end, but alchemy of souls is different. It is a breath of fresh air in my decades long of watching k shows and i loved the chemistry of all characters and has now fallen in love with its main lead, Lee Jae Wook. He has a certain charm about him that makes him a stand-out from the rest, and i am certainly looking forward to what his career has in store.

I loved mudeok (Jung somin's portrayal) in season 1 and certainly her presence in the show was a strong force which compelled viewers more to tune in, but i am also rooting for go younjung's naksu this season 2. Based on the teaser itself, i bet this is not gonna be a light watch, as characters were portrayed dark in contrast to their intros in s1. Definitely looking forward to season 2. I hope this amazing cast receives an award for their impeccable performance.

Lea Aug 31 2022 1:07 pm So with my understanding back in June when i watch the 1st ep of AoS, Mudeok is the one of the center characters aside with Uk. Back then it was so clear to me that Naksu is the side character along with Buyeon. It was make me so amazed with the interesting storyline that a powerful revengeful assassin trapped in a weak body of Mudeok that so perfectly played by Jung So Min. As beginning the story of Naksu never got me interest because i've seen it many times in this same type drama. Me (and my mom and sister whom also took my recommendation and became hyping AoS together after that) got interested with the dynamics Mudeok and Uk after i/we saw the comedic line they serve. After that the stories got more interesting with the more complex it become but yet still able to provide the answers for its complexities, but until......the news about season 2 without Mudeok broke out. Back then, the decision is so out of my comprehension why would they kill the interesting character for the more predictible character, which is Naksu. But many saya the season 2 might just a prequel (although i was questioning why they choose a prequel story for season 2, it so waste of money for me). And now it's fix it's a sequel, with Naksu, whom the body already gone, burnt out, but somehow someway it save. And then a fresh and living for 20 eps Medeok is the one who dead and vanished just in 1 hour ep, so ridiculous!

I watch the spoiler for season 2, i was so thrilled but the same time i was so sad because of the destroying of Mudeok character. I decide to continue to watch the season 2 for the sake of another characters, which i really adore all characters and casts of AoS and exited seing the darker side of them as seen on spoiler. But i'm so worried about the possibility why Naksu has to dressed so different like in season 1 as a assassin. And that costume and hair do is suit with my imagination for for Buyeon character as a powerful priestess. Please don't make another ridiculous story to fits your imagination writernim and directornim.

But Alchemy of Souls (season 1) still my no 1 ultimate favorite drama for all times. Season 2....? We'll see....

CS22 Aug 31 2022 11:08 am The Choi clan started the alchemy of souls and created zombies killing in rampage. Songrim leader and Jinyowon leader joined hands and saved Daeho from becoming a barren land. However, it was also the mage from Songrim and the descendant of Jinyowon who got the alchemy of souls reactivated again.

JangUk was born to take care of this mess just like the original leader of Songrim. However, JangUk is a better version since he confessed his feelings to his lady love who happened to be Mudeok who is related to the Jin clan.

The entire plot returned to the King's Star in the form of JangUk fighting against the Choi in the form of Jin Mu. The rest of the cast is to support JangUk in eradicating the greediness of Jin Mu.

JinMu is just like JangUk who was born illegitimate and being treated with disdain by everyone in Daeho since his half-sister made him an outcast. JangUk was also being outcast by his father. However, JangUk was protected by ParkJin and Maidservant Kim so he has experienced the love and care of his foster parents. JinMu longed to be acknowledged just like JangUk. Both showed us how they grew up differently. JinMu never experiences being loved by someone while JangUk is always being protected by Park Jin and got to grew up with his friends in a wholesome environment. We saw how manipulative JangUk can be. But he has a good conscience even though he would take Naksu to be his master. We saw that when Mudeok took her life when she couldn't open the sword. JangUk was really upset and yelled at her. However, he went after her when he realized what he said to her.

JinMu vs JangUk is the final showdown in Season 2. I don't think there will a love story line. It's not necessary with 10 episodes. The fight against JinMu needs to take a lot of strategy so we need the writers to not drag the screen time.

BlisssK Aug 31 2022 11:00 am My excitement for s2 when from 100 to 10 when heard that JSM might be not in cast role for FL.

Sally Aug 31 2022 7:15 am Alchemy of soul is interesting because the characters mudeok and Jang UK love each other..hope this character is maintained…for yul to be better with nak su… the ending of the story is great and interesting if Jang UK with mudeok n yul with naksu. I am waiting for this drama every week because the characters are mudeok with Jang UK.. ..this is my feeling when I watching kdrama alchemy of soul… I love story.. alchemy of soul...all characters is great for me...more and more ...

Loryn Aug 31 2022 4:04 am In Season 2, Jang Uk should take Naksu up that tree as he promised in season 1 please don't forget.

BOO Aug 31 2022 12:45 am Glad there is a season 2 but I want Jung So-Min in it or it won't be the same.

Cool Summer 2022 Aug 31 2022 12:14 am I will watch Season 2 because of Crown Prince and Jang Uk. They got good chemistry. I believe they are the Light and Shadow in Season 2. Crown Prince is playing the bad guy to get Jin Mu's confidence. But in the end, he will be one to kill Jin Mu for killing Filthy Mudeok who is the Crown Prince's true love.

I want to LJW, JSM and SSH in another period drama. They look more interesting in costume drama rather than contemporary setting. Their chemistry is spot on.

Cool Summer 2022 Aug 30 2022 11:52 pm What happen to Naksu's father? If he shifted soul, the one who ran wild must be another soul. His soul went to another person. Is that person still alive? It's like the queen existing in shaman choi's body. He might be living somewhere.

I will be amazed if it will come up as another twist in Season 2. Mudeok asked that question to Jang Uk. She wanted to know what really happened to her father.

Season 2 is all about the back story of the cast. The writers have these angles unanswered in Season 1.

1. Naksu and her father 2. Yul and the worm in his body 3. Danggu and Choyeon - did they cancel the wedding ceremony? 4.Jang Uk and Crown Prince - I think the Crown Prince is only playing his part to get Jin Mu reveal all his evil doing by being close to him. He is helping Jang Uk to keep peace in Daeho.

5. Bu Yeon's back story is made clear. She is Mudeok in person. Her soul is in limbo. Same as Naksu now. There must be some relics in the cave to separate these souls. Mudeok will be in coma just like the other dead soul shifter in Season 2. Naksu will be recreated from a spell only the high priestess can perform. We never saw the power of Jin clan in Season 1.

Olivia Aug 30 2022 8:57 pm @Lara Me too. Lee Jae Wook is very good and I can't help but is going to watch season 2. Hope season 2 main focus is only Jang Uk, and has less romance. I am not ready to see Jang Uk with other girl together yet. My heart would be broken.

Austronesia Aug 30 2022 8:27 pm This feels like a twisted but polished version of Cdrama “Dance of the Phoenix.” Why Season 2 takes so long, December cant wait.

Lara Aug 30 2022 8:05 pm I also don't like the idea of FL change. I watched other GYJ's dramas before, I don't really like her acting there. I can't help, but wait for season 2 mainly for Lee Jae Wook. He was the best, Uk has my heart. I'm going to miss Jung So Min so much when I watch season 2. Their chemistry was truly amazing.

Twna Aug 30 2022 7:58 pm Agree with others. Due to its unique and interesting storyline, great casts and amazing CGI especially at the early episodes, this drama could easily become the best fantasy saeguk K-drama so far IF the writers give less focus on filler stories which are not relevant to the main plot and will not do replace/unreplace main cast portrayal, especially after all viewers get so hooked for 20 eps long

No hate for Goo Yoon Jung for sure, however seeing Jang Uk acts as lover with Naksu character portrayed by cast other than Jung So Min, will feel like cheating to me

If they do that, please PD nim out there, please cast JSM and LJW in other drama which has good and happy ending they deserved. For a closure of great chemistry from both actors

Amer Aug 30 2022 4:33 pm Easily one of the best kdrama ever !! It had been a while since i last watched a good fantasy drama, and I enjoyed this one very much.

The concept, storyline, plot everything is just perfect for me, i love it. The casts are all wonderful and excellent. Although might be sad that jung so min won’t be in S2, I’m still excited for go yoon jung.

I get what the writer trying to do here as the story is about soul shifting, and I believe jang uk are in love with Naksu, regardless of her appearance :) although still might find it weird since the chemistry between lee jae wook and jung so min is strong. Can’t wait to see how go yoon jung will do.

Overall I’m so in love with this drama, one that gonna stay in my heart.

Justme Aug 30 2022 4:31 pm What if they dont want to confirm that jung so min will be returning for season 2 because it will spoil it. Because we dont know if mu deok is alive or dead. If not then im thinking bu yeon went inside naksu’s body. In season 2 preview we saw naksu but she looked different from assasin naksu. She looked more innocent and pure….I’ll still watch it because of the other casts. They deserve it :)

Cool Summer 2022 Aug 30 2022 3:42 pm Jang Gang only knows how to shift souls from one person to another person. Both have to be living.

How did he shift the soul of the baby when it's already dead? It's not clear what spell was used to save the baby?

This fantasy story is exactly what the ice stone is defined. It can be wind, fire or water. The basic plot is to change anything because it's just a fantasy. The story can go in different direction. I only finish the entire series to have a complete run.

Cool Summer 2022 Aug 30 2022 3:21 pm This drama started really strong with all the guest appearances from veteran a tors to support the young cast.

But it really fell flat after they have the hiatus to regroup the switch of the leading actress. That's not a good idea.

They should just focus on the lead actor and the fight against Jin Mu.

Ann Aug 30 2022 2:23 pm I really enjoyed watching season 1 because of the cast. I like uk ang mudeok, but i will no longer waste my time watching s2 because mudeok will not be around, i really feel sorry for mudeok. Its so frustrating that she just ended that way, anf then theres s2 but without her, no alchemy of souls will not be entereting to watch without her. I will just use my time watching another drama.

Ann Aug 30 2022 2:17 pm I really like the story of uk and mudeok, i enjoyed it. But i will no longer waste my time watching season 2, i dont want another lead actress. I will just watch another drama. Its so frustrating, its a very sad ending, and after grieving for mudeok another season comes. No. I will never watch it. Half of the viewerrs will not be watching season 2 unless you will cast mudrok again, like bring her back to her mother as mudeoks face.

Cool Summer 2022 Aug 30 2022 2:16 pm Maybe LJW and JSM can do a sequel for Kim Sam Soon. They can definitely carry the lead roles in a rom com drama.

Cool Summer 2022 Aug 30 2022 1:52 pm Mudeok is the name given to Buyeon by the grandmother who found her by the lake. She has memory of her eye cover. She just kept her identity secret to keep herself safe in the village. She sensed Jin Mu would be looking for her. With Mudeok petrified, the soul of Naksu is in limbo. Jin Mu must have forced the power into Mudeok's body from Shaman Choi's spell in the soul ejector. Like father, like daughter... they ended into rampage. Maidservant Kim has the information but she only revealed it to the 3 leaders and not to Jang Uk. No one knew about the control that Shaman Choi had with the soul ejectors just like what happened 200 years ago.

If AOS Season 2 is going dark, it will be strictly a wuxia drama with 10 episodes just like the other similar drama.

I don't think JSM will make any cameo in S2. It will be just flashback of her most of the time. JSM has a new agency so the producer has to write-off her character.

Abigail Yeboah Aug 30 2022 1:35 pm I’m totally in love with this drama I love all the cast,I can’t wait for season 2❤️❤️❤️❤️ From Ghana

Jan Aug 30 2022 4:59 am @Baby Taehyung, I could not agree with you more. That's all I hope for the second season too :)

Jan Aug 30 2022 4:57 am I will say I am disappointed at the ending, and it does remind me of what netflix did with Arthdal Chronicles, but I do think there's some hope so I'll try to view the second season optimistically. The writers have done well so far creating a series unlike any other, so I am expecting that there is a reason for the second part, and they are able to conclude everything nicely for each character especially Jung Somin as Mudeok/ Buyeon. It would make sense to have Buyeon and Naksu to be played by the two separate actresses and have Yul and Uk have their happy endings, but we can only hope that is what the writers' intentions are and Somin reprises her role. Other than that, I thoroughly enjoyed this series when viewing it as a whole and not just the ending, and I do think it was worth it for the joyful moments I had watching it :)

JNDK Aug 30 2022 4:48 am So, in season 1, let say it is bu-yeon body with naksu mind (although I guess Bu-yeon still have the ability to do a lot of things including not letting naksu kill everyone but there must be a reason for she doesnt do anything to prevent this for happening).

Lemme guess, season 2 is naksu body with bu-yeon in control??? Or it might be naksu body with naksu in control, or naksu body with the fusion of naksu & bu-yeon's souls which makes a new soul with new personality, or none of the above?

Well theres so many possibilites and theories for S2 and I cant wait for it. I hope the S2 can meet most of the audience's expectation. Pro-contra about the information of lead changes will exists and its normal.

candy Aug 30 2022 4:22 am We Want JSM.. first time I like Go Yoon-Jung but not yet I hate Go Yoon-Jung, Do You Know Production Team We watch this Drama Bez Jung So Min..So Min Action Is Amazing She Match Mudoek & Nasu.. She Action Skill is good Teacher Style.. ! Hello Production Team I watch Go Yoon-Jung 's Law School her action skill is boring! Ha Ha I laugh Production Team & Script Writer, This Drama Low Rating, Your Not Produce Season 2.. This Drama Hightest Rating So Produce Season 2 Ha Ha zzzzzzzzz I Don't Like Season2 & I not watch Season 2 I Pray Go Away Go Yoon-Jung & Lowest Rating is S2

Zera Aug 30 2022 3:39 am I'm going to wait and watch Season 2 mainly for Lee Jae Wook's Jang Uk. Surely will miss Jung So Min and their top notch chemistry I adore. I love love Jang Uk so much, the character which is close to my heart and the actor who ate his role. I admit it's quite hard for me to see him with the original Naksu actress (I like her), but I was very much used to with my Ukkie Deokkie.

Baby Taehyung Aug 30 2022 12:26 am Hahaha.. reading the comments really made me more curious what will season 2 in stores for us. Why did in season 1 the writer showed us that Master Lee's body was burn accidentally by his pupil? that's the reason he cannot get back to his body. Is it relevant to Naksu's body being burnt? Is it possible to recreate Naksu's body with the help of ice stone? From what I understand with season 1 ice stone can revive a dead person just like in Buyeon's case. Buyeon died in her mother's womb but she was revive with help of Jang Gang and ice stone. I am not against with having the original Naksu getting back in season 2. I just hope there will be no disconnection with the story in season 1. I hope that the flow of the story from season 1 and season 2 are relevant to each other. It will be a waste if the storytelling of this drama will be inconsistent.

Joanne Aug 29 2022 10:16 pm Waiting for Jung So min for season 2

LeeJang Aug 29 2022 9:17 pm Looks like Jang Uk character is made just for Lee Jaewook. He definitely nailed that role. The actor is so adorable and handsome. I’m impressed how he acted each scene, perfectly showing the emotions and thoughts of the character. I also really love his gummy smile. He is uniquely charming. He is in my favourite list now. Can’t wait to see him as a darker Jang Uk in next season. My favourite character and actor in Alchemy of Souls.

Mudeok Aug 29 2022 8:13 pm Why replace the FL when she's doing a good job?I love her so much, I experiencing anxiety right now, I need So Min. I dont know but will be hard seeing jang uk with somene else face, I like naksu in mudeok body..She made this show more enjoyable. How can I watch season 2 when there's mudeok???mudeokaaa, please come back...

mafc Aug 29 2022 8:07 pm Please So min for Season 2! So min is like the main character in this Drama. The chemistry between So min and Jae wook is too good, I can't imagine if So min is replaced by another ?

Miyu Aug 29 2022 5:35 pm if in second season jung so-min not there, i don't want to watch it anymore ??‍♀️ she is the reason i started to watch this series.

Bobbi Eckler Aug 29 2022 4:53 pm I absolutely love the story, love it... love the period, love the charcters, loce the energy flow, the fantasy... i hate zombie stuff so this is just enough diffrence not to bother me. The actors played their characters very well. I wasn't going watch at first because I'm older and it seemed for a younger audience, but so glad to be a fan. Love the writing, it has made me laugh, cry and want for more. I will patiently wait for season 2, i like the thought of the original Naksu in appearance again and i think So Min Jung did so well in her roll that the original Naksu should be able to slide right in. I am happy to see how the story continues. Jae Wook Lee played his character so well as to make this heart flutter. He's adorable. Yet everyone did such a great job...it is my favorite... Love and blessings to everyone... so cute Love everyone!!! Loved the ending... so magical...The Ice Stone is of the sky... Fire and Air... the masculine elements Uk comes walking from... Mu Deok, she is the feminine, petrified earth and water elements... How very sweet and clever...

jilsomin Aug 29 2022 3:23 pm Bad Ending! Disappointing and Frustrating Finale! Even my mother who is a fan of SoMin hates these final two episode! Sorry but, we will not watch and is no longer excited about Season 2 without Jung So Min. She nailed the character and played perfectly as Mudeok, Buyeon, and Naksu! Why do they have to change the Female Lead? No matter how good or beautiful the new FL is, she will never fit what Jung So Min has left in our hearts!

Lara Aug 29 2022 1:25 pm Oh my gosh!!! This is total suspense. The ending of ep 20 got by blood boiling. Can't wait for season 2. I think we're going to be seeing the real Naksu is flesh. So exciting!!!!!

Dinobot II Aug 29 2022 1:25 pm Sometimes I wonder if those that were in charge of casting had watched 'Save Me' since both Jo Jae-Yun and Kang Kyung-Hun were antagonist in that series and portrayed their characters excellent there since they did a excellent job in Alchemy of Souls as well !

Diana Aug 29 2022 12:44 pm AOS is really addictive.. I can't wait for every Saturday and Sunday just for watching AOS..but i'm so disappointed with the ending..too tragic and unfair.. See how season 2 will come out with. But please keep JSM in season 2.. she is the reason i started to watch this series.

Aiat Aug 29 2022 11:58 am Like seriously waited so much for Jang Gang and this is all he did? Like WTH!

Scarlet Turangan Aug 29 2022 10:51 am Enough for Mu deok and Naksu misfortune, and bringing justice for Mu deok in season 2. JSM maybe appear for just one or two episode. I'm craving for Mu deok story. It can't just end like that.

Copho Aug 29 2022 10:32 am Permit me to say this is the best Korean drama in 2022 so far….I’m so hooked. Thanks to the Hong sisters for this masterpiece ???

Dennis Clark Aug 29 2022 9:49 am Will not watch season 2 without Jung So Min. When you have a character being played perfectly, why change. No matter how good the new actress is, she won't be able to replace Jung So Min.

Ryeon Aug 29 2022 9:36 am Awful! Awful! Just awful ending! Alchemy is not the same without Song Min as Mudeok/Buyeon/Naksu. They need to fix this issue.

Lois Aug 29 2022 9:29 am My husbandand I watched it. At first as an experiment to see if we liked it but then we were hooked. We loved the whole series and cannot wait for season 2. We really liked the characters and the stories that followed them. Great show.

S Aug 29 2022 9:17 am Just finished episode 20 and I’m left with attachments issues. If Jung So Min is not the main lead in season 2 it will be difficult to watch the Male lead with another actress. I’ve spent 20 episodes shipping these two together that I will find it difficult to accept someone else as the female lead and the male lead reciprocating her affections.

Jung So Min is a brilliant actress in this role and she made it hers so for someone else to embody it will not do. I hope Jung So Min will remain the female lead and share the body with Bu-Yeon. I hope Netflix takes note and keeps the original female lead in her role. Or maybe Bu-Yean can shift into Naksu’s body and Naksu can remain in Bu-Yean’s body. Anyways, I will watch Season 2 with a grain of salt.

Meri Aug 29 2022 8:37 am I cant without jung so min. This show is her beat. . Not fair

Aunty G Aug 29 2022 7:46 am Maybe mudok will return in season 3...season 2 will focus with naksu, im little disappointed but gonna wait how the story goes

Joanne Aug 29 2022 7:40 am I hope the original cast will not be changed... Waiting for season 2

Shahnawaz Aug 29 2022 6:25 am I believe JSM will be in S 02..may be they hide it now..but definitely she will be present yeah may be not in the main lead but she will be there, you all saw end of ep 20 then how can u believe that she will not be there may be in the character of boyoun or may be mudeok don't know..but she will be there...

Jan Aug 29 2022 5:03 am We want Jung so min

Joyce Aug 29 2022 4:56 am I love the original Naksu but please let it still be jung so min in part 2 pls

Rusty greaves Aug 29 2022 3:35 am good drama and very well done.....excellent cast.....the finish was a let down and could have been finalised better so the viewer wouldn't be left up in the air.

Kavitha Aug 29 2022 2:28 am Truly disappointed with last two episodes of Part 1. Jung so min was the epic creator of Alchemy of Souls as FL - Comedy, Action, Romance, Sorrow, Emotions, Agony, Master, Priceless Expression, Protecting Jung Uk, Missing him episodes when Training Lead was not letting her to enter Songrim Training center, she had drenched in rain and wanted to see him badly (This portion really made me cry) qualifying as servert in Songrim when recruitements were scheduled, she burdened herself to get qualified as servert, just to be next to Jung Uk. After all the hard work and tremendous performance by her - she was the Heart & Soul of Alchemy of Souls which made Global audience Internationally speechless with her passionate work. Now ending with Part 1 with Jung So Min??? Is it because she made Production team proud.. That's really unjustified work. Am not trying to lower the part 2 FL Go Yoon Jung, let she be, We strongly want Jung So Min to be part of S2, she has to complete her character as Jin Bu yeon and marry Jung Uk. Although, Naksu was the sole shifter, the body belonged to Ji Bu yeon. Please ensure Jung so min is present in S2

Alchemy coming soon Aug 29 2022 1:32 am Great to look forward to part 2 souls of Alchemy. Please keep in mind that Eptsode 1, the Mages fought with Naksu, so they would have recognized her face. So if Mu Deok face in part 1 different from part 2, how will they not recognized Naksu’s face in part 2. The change would be confusing to the audiences???? We loved episode 1 and 2 and after . . . How Jang Uk and Mudoek met and how they came together. It’s rating was well deserve and more.Good Job to the Crew, staff, writers and character’s. See you in December.

Harris Aug 29 2022 1:31 am Must waiting again to watch this drama ending :)

Rach Mann Aug 29 2022 1:03 am December it is then for part 2

Anna Aug 28 2022 11:30 pm Thank you for all the casts! Such a great drama !!!!!

See you on December with a big hope, enough with a love story..hehe..please reveal and solve all the 'hanging' plot in S1.

Thanks PD-nim, all.

Mickey Aug 28 2022 10:42 pm I hope Jung su min is still there in s2.. huhuhu... Looking forward for s2

Debora Aug 28 2022 9:49 pm Jung So Min eonnie, thank you for accept this drama. I love you from Indonesia. Please keep healthy and happy❤❤❤

Note: I will wait for your next big project drama.

Putrihimsoo Aug 28 2022 8:19 pm My godness. I just finished watching episode 20. It was really amazing. I never so excited about korean drama. But AOS make me want to watch season 2 soon.

AOS Aug 28 2022 8:10 pm This drama started off strong...the story was really interesting and they have done such a great job with pacing...the story was moving and it kept viewers intrigued and on the edge...then after around ep.8 things started to mess up....Full of fillers and unnecessary scenes...wasted potential.....story was not moving/dragging/ and repetitive. They could have done it all in normal 16 eps.. And could have done it in just one season.... Like whats else to tell....why stretch it out. Ending was a big disappointment. It was just all over the places. The writers and producers should be thankful for the cast....esp. the main characters...their acting made up for plot holes and gave justice to the characters. Kudos to Jung So Min for bringing all 3 characters to life flawlessly and her impeccable chemistry with all the casts esp. the 3 male leads. She's the soul of Alchemy of Souls.

Iriz Aug 28 2022 7:30 pm SPOILERS.. This drama ended with so much loop hole.. Very disappointed with the ending. Why Jang Gang need to back after many years only to disappear..same with Hotel Del Luna.. and they kept highlighted Bu Yeon greatest power but ended kill her own father. We need justice for Buyeon's character..based on the preview for next season seems like mudeok's body been saved and probably JSM will be on S2..but maybe as cameo since there focus too much on Naksu@GYJ. We all know that the main story is about Naksu and JSM did her job very well makes me more interested with Buyeon's history than Naksu..I've watched most of her drama from Playful Kiss to Monthly Magazine, JSM deserved an award because she is one of underrated actress in Korea

Kang Ga-Ru Aug 28 2022 5:56 pm They could have nicely wrapped the whole story. Not excited for Season 2, it’s a stretch

Lord bo Aug 28 2022 5:49 pm I have a feeling this drama will be like Arthdal chronical, where they replaced the main leads with new people instead :( wish it ended differently

Bhavna Aug 28 2022 5:25 pm Total disappointment. Story becomes weak in last episode. Second season will also be a disappointment. Total Flop!!!!!

Rina Aug 28 2022 4:50 pm (SPOILERS) The ending of session 1 is so disappointing! Mudeok character has been built throughout the session, through up & down and sacrifices. We almost got a nice wrap conclusion at episode 19 by Jung Uk proposed to her, the ending that they both deserved. But then the director & writers decided to twist her fate again, and made her a bad person in episode 20 (last). How could she, with divine power as Bu Yeon, can easily manipulated by just bell ringing? how could Jin Mu, with so many sins, still couldn't get caught by all those powerful Songrim and Jinyowon members? It doesn't make sense! With so many damaged and hurt Mudeok made to the people she knows in the last episode, not sure how it can be restored? Or is this how the director and writers want us to say good bye to Modeok and FL (So min)? Weird! I am wondering if some of the casts questioned the storyline as well?!

Twists and playing with viewers emotions are common and acceptable for kdrama, but only until certain extent and if the logic is still maintained. Otherwise, it will just turn some of the fans to dislike and fade up with the series!

Jo M Aug 28 2022 3:14 pm What an anticlimactic ending...I didn't like the ending at all. Really disappointed with the Hong sisters if this was all the story they could produce by the end of 20 painful episodes...how can you regurgitate the explanation of all those subplots and then stall on the most important revelation and waste air time going back and forth about Park Jin and Maid servant Kim's relationship?

I knew this dumb ending would be rushed...now you have 4 stupid months to wait for more painful, overexposed subplots to be explained all over again? Good grief how redundant

J Mac Aug 28 2022 1:52 pm SPOILERS. Such a promising series but the ending of Episode 20 was so so so disappointing. All this about power of Priestess and Mage together, and you end up showing us how rubbish those powers were - such rubbish poo poo story-telling if you kill of Naksu in Mudeok’s body. Will remember it ending when he proposes to Mudeok. FL So Min made AOS, cannot see ML with anyone else, even if Mudeok turns back to Buyeon, wierd seeing her with someone else. So angry at the ending.

Xx Aug 28 2022 1:29 pm I am very disappointed with ep 19. By far the most boring episode. The writers had a lot of potential and watsed it. The episode felt so rushed and lacked a lot.

What happened to So-i? How did Jang gang escape? In one episode the whole palace discovered the true identity of the Queen, the queen died, Jang gang came back and died, Mudeok gained her power in like a second and lost it, Jang Uk lost his power, Jang Uk proposed to Mudeok, Jin ho Gyeong found out So-i was an imposter.

Jang Uk breaking the barrier also did not seem like it was something as hard as they made it seem. He just flickered the drop of water and in less than a second it was done. Where was the action?? Naksu did not use her power for anything significant.

Also, I doubt jin wootak would have given up that easily. I expected a struggle trying to get the queen out of there and no, I doubt that selfish man would risk it all for his daughter.

I am so excited for the return of the real Naksu. I can't wait!

Dina Aug 28 2022 1:05 pm I am so excited for season 2 even tho somin is good and has great chemistry I will also be rooting for yoon jung and everyone who try to hate on her is just being ridiculous and get your acts together man But overall great series and I really enjoyed it

wasila muhd Aug 28 2022 12:53 pm This alchemy of souls reminded me of arthdal chronicles hope they will keep their word to release season 2 in December.

wasila muhd Aug 28 2022 12:49 pm I want mu-deok to end up with uk and naksu with seo yul can't wait to see season 2.

Anne Aug 28 2022 12:30 pm Who said Jing So-Min was not returning in Season 2? So much rides on her portraying Mu-deok, and that she does so well. If she doesn't return, the script would have to be over the top right.

Junaid, S. O. Aug 28 2022 12:15 pm It is very important that Jung So Min continue the roles in season 2. The chemistry between her and Lee jae-wook can't end like that. If the roles is being performed another actress it will be weird. Jung so min is really perfect for the roles, i dont want anyone else than her. My cute lee jaewook comes back to life when he is not jesus. The King's star ? wake jang uk soul but which soul rescue mudeok from the water.I Love this movie to the end but can't really understand how jin mu easily control mudeok soul like that when she possessed Two greatest power (priestess buyeon and naksu). I am looking forward to seeing season 2 of Alchemy of Souls. Saranghaeo ? ? ?

Junaid, S. O. Aug 28 2022 12:02 pm Alchemy of souls is really a great korea historical movie have ever seen. The settings, cast, roles was absolutely amazing to the end. Like seriously I gave them ??? credit for the great work. I can't really wait for December to come to watch the concluding parts. So sweet, I love this movie especially the cute actors used in the play. All of them beautifully handsome ? ? ?

ko Aug 28 2022 11:56 am worst ending!! give us our bu yeon!!! I've skipped too much in the last 2 episodes, because tooo muuchh scenes that aren't important, while the story and case abt bu Yeon is still not clear . I hate the ending because the story is too focused on naksu. too selfish and at least give buyeon space for her life. I think I'm going to miss season 2. bye!

Norik BC Aug 28 2022 11:49 am I agree with everyone, Somin , somin somin ——she carried this whole drama on her shoulders superstar of this drama , no one matched her . please bring her back as the daughter , no back and forth with assassin, let her mom enjoy her , if she is not United and is the high priestess, then I will not watch this drama , because she is the only one that is an A-list start with chemistry boiling all over the cast . No one could replace her , that’s my last appeal .

JBY Aug 28 2022 11:43 am I have a feeling that Jung So Min will return as JBY. There is a scene in part 2 preview where Maidservant KDJ is facing a woman, and shes smiling at her as if she knows her.

Yol A Aug 28 2022 11:33 am Agree with @SMS... the real Bu Yeon will be revealed, means both Mudeok and real Naksu will be in season 2... It's jus a matter of time...

jilsomin Aug 28 2022 11:23 am Though we know that Jung So Min will not be able to appear in Season 2; I still hate the fact that her role in Season 1 was not given justice. She was Buyeon ( a powerful priestess ) and Naksu (the great assassin) It was questionable how Jinmu easily controlled Mudeok, given that she had two powerful souls. ? I don't think I will still be watching Season 2 minus So-Min. She nailed the character and she is the reason I am watching AOS. I'm so sad and I hate the ending! ??

Kiki Aug 28 2022 11:16 am Writer-nim, the four last episodes have too many plotholes especially around buyeon character.

Marry Aug 28 2022 11:13 am Season 2, please !!!!! I cannot eat fine anymore. Cannot wait to watch season 2

lala Aug 28 2022 11:11 am Feel betrayed by the worst ending. I've watched a lot of kdramas, but I've never felt such a great dissatisfaction with the ending. This series started out great, but the writers ruined it near the end, and now we have to wait until December to find out what happens next, and with the expectation that Somin will not join the casts...omg, I don't like this feeling. Well, I need to calm down by telling myself, it's just a drama.

MD Aug 28 2022 11:05 am Those eyes of Jung So Min, OMG, she's really a good actress.She made me cried so much! I love love love her so much! Her action scenes was fantastic!.. Those moves, totally hooked, it was so intense! we love you Jung So Min!!!

sms Aug 28 2022 10:59 am Relax everyone.. somin for sure will be in season 2.. it just in season 2 there might be prequel and sequel at the same time..so both somin and yoonjung will be in there..

Ashley Aug 28 2022 10:45 am Bad move to remove SoMin as she fits the character very well. The series become more draggy, don’t think I will continue season 2 if SoMin is not in.

Kirsten Aug 28 2022 10:35 am We want somin in season 2 pls. I can’t imagine 2nd season without her. Nobody can replace her!!!!

Kanata88 Aug 28 2022 10:34 am This will be the weirdest story line of drama that I ever watched if JSM (Mudeok) is not show up at season 2. Am still wondering how will the writers continue the story from season 1. First, Naksu's body, as everyone already knew, was burnt in season 1. Second, what's the point to build an important character as Mudeok/Jin Bu Yeon, if she won't exist in season 2, even in final eps there is still big question mark about her from her mother. Third, the chemistry built between LJW and JSM will be seen weird if in season 2 LJW will be together with GYJ. So sad actually, AOS should be one of the most powerful kdrama have ever been aired.

Baby Taehyung Aug 28 2022 10:32 am How will Naksu return to her original body? It will be inconsistent storytelling if they will continue the story with Naksu and Jang UK. In my own perspective the story will still continue with Lee Jaewook and Jung So min. Season 2 will show a preview of Naksu's life. I think the whole season 2 is not only made just for Naksu. With the ending that they've showed us it has more story to tell not only Naksu. I am not disappointed with the ending. I am looking forward for the up coming episodes for season 2. Season 1 was fantastic. Congratulations to the crew, actors, directors, productions and writers to there hardwork. They've end the story intelligently.

VL Aug 28 2022 10:31 am They should have just made it 30 episodes once and for all. I wonder how many years would have lapsed in the story once S2 begins.

Vie Aug 28 2022 10:29 am If later in s2 jang uk will be ending with naksu not in mu deok body it will be a great disappointment.. because mu deok is the one that always be with jang uk, how can u change that?? come on hong sisters, i love ur drama hotel de luna, please make this one good ending too in s2

So min Aug 28 2022 10:29 am Oh my God, I cried so much, I love Jung So Min's acting so much..my heart hurt for her. And her action scenes was beyond amazing! So intense! Please bring back Mudeok in Part 2!!

Hhhh Aug 28 2022 10:27 am Ok. Here's the thing. They build up the mudeok character from asasin naksu to buyeon body from losing to gain very powerful power... jussstttt to kill mudeok character and change to naksu back. Kinda sad though. Not that i dont like that new female lead, but such a waste of goood character. I kinda wish to see jin family acknowledging buyeon though.

Als Aug 28 2022 10:23 am So disapointed with the ending of season 1. Not make sense at all. The replacement of the female lead makes me not satisfied.

Carf Aug 28 2022 10:17 am I dont like the ending of season 1 much more about the next season , it would be amazing if So Min are still in season 2. The whole story only focus on Naksu as Mudeok how about the real Mu Deok(Bu Yeon) ?dont tell us she gonna die and Naksu body will be reborn thats too much.

I didnt expect the ending , especially knowing that So Min will not be in season 2 , the story of BuYeon doesnt even have recognition Its really alloying ep 1 to 18 is better than the ending. How can they shift the character in Season 2 ?? .I hope I shouldnt watch the ending its a total waste , the writer should make the story interesting its not only about how long it was but the important is to reach the expectation of viewers.

Fab6 Aug 28 2022 10:15 am It was a risky but nonetheless spectacular ending, leaving it open with the option of having FL1 back to coexist with FL2. Somewhat it is safe option and stories can go both ways with JBY & N. Seems P2 will be short & more serious with less fillers.I am wondering if this the original ending or an alternate ending. It seems the latter, maybe to be democratic. Who knows maybe CP can end up to save them all as he can be objective & less emotional. It’s great that supporting actors were given room to grow. Excellent crying scene there by the sea. Till winter then it is.

weewoo Aug 28 2022 10:12 am the last eps is so disappointing!! i expect too much for the ending and it came bad. there’s no explanation about buyeon’s life, it said that jang uk is the reincarnation of the leader of songrim and buyeon is the reincarnation of the leader of jinyowon but in the first eps the actual main character is about Naksu..the ending is hella confusing and weird for me, you should’ve expose mudeok’s actual identity after Naksu’s soul left her body so the S2 will make sense if there will be no buyeon. there’s no punchline in the last eps and that’s too bad. I really want to see goo yun jung in S2 but the storyline is weird if there’s no explanation about buyeon’s life since she’s actually the important part of the story.

Tihat Aug 28 2022 10:10 am They are dragging the story until 20 episode but the ending is so suck.. whats the point of mu deok's character??? Its really bad and weird, are they confusing to end the story??

Roch Aug 28 2022 10:02 am So it is useless to know that Mudeok has power if she will not be seen in season 2

Nana Aug 28 2022 9:52 am This is the only drama that allowing lead changing portrayal based on its story, especially after 20 episodes long. As a viewer I found this very weird, as I already attached to character portrayed by So Min

No hate for Go Yoon Jung though, but this portrayal replacement is really a Big No

afarshe Aug 28 2022 9:48 am This is the reason y I dun like this kind of drama about the switches soul/body. ?Poor mudeok? justice for mudeok please.

Jj Aug 28 2022 9:47 am We want somin in season 2 plsssssssssss

TRE Aug 28 2022 9:46 am WTF...I can see so min back in part 2 as they recovered her body, thiugh if she's alive or not that's tba.

Again the hong sisters...just hoping part to gets a good ending and not a annoying open ending with usually needs another season

Twn Aug 28 2022 9:43 am I am really sure that the writers are in confusion on how to end the story after watching ep 20

Really such a wasteful execution of inital great ideas and casts

Nnn Aug 28 2022 9:31 am What the hell ending like this.. and so min the more experience and famous yactresses will be replaced with the other actress which i dont know her... Why korean drama nowadays like doing final like this...yumi cell... Iu drama i forgot.. ehh boringg

Sunbae Aug 28 2022 9:27 am What a final episode it was! But it was too much for one epi! I am having headache after watching the final epi! lol I thought naksu could hold herself because of jin bu yeon's body. I am not satisfied with this scene that she couldn't hold herself and went berserk -_-

Pls bring jung so min in season 2 Aug 28 2022 9:11 am I think it's confirm that jung so min is not in s2,honestly there's no point of watching it. Atleast bring her back as jin bu yeon. Jung so min acting is entertaining:)

Maria Aug 28 2022 8:46 am Episode 20 was such a disappointment. Very strong, great entertaining episodes previously though.

abz00 Aug 28 2022 5:44 am I just watched ep.19 and this is the best episode so far, It's quite funny to think that Jang Gang refused to own his own son Jang UK , by science his 100% the biological father of Jang Uk since they have an intercourse with Do-Hwa using his body and sperm/genes lol,, but since this is fantasy I think the author/writer think that way. This story has a very huge potential and the best korean fantasy with a great plot but I think the story on the ending part is a lil bit confusing and disappointing, specially if Jung so min will not be part of season 2. I wonder how will the writer will end the character of mudeok/ buyeon after they built her character then just to end like that in episode 20 I'm not sure If she will met her mother and sister which is the Jin family? lol. A the action scenes is limited except for ep 19. I think the reason is It's too expensive to have that level of very good effects. I just can't get over since the plot story is really great but I think the Author is confused on the ending part lol.

Rz Aug 28 2022 4:51 am After watching eps 19, I am very surprised that after all those filler scenes from supporting characters, (if they want) they actually still could end the drama at episode 20. This means that (sadly), the storyline development on the second half of the drama is not so strong. However, unfortunately, the production team decided to prolong it into season 2 and change the female lead cast. Such a shame

Unless you are telling different story/perspective or there is emergency situation, changing the main lead after the drama airing is a big no for me. It will definitely different vibes for the viewer

Not sure what they want to tell us on the season 2. Hope that they will not drag the story just for the sake of rating or monetized benefit. Overall, the story development after ep 10 is such a wasteful from great initial ideas and casts

Ibu ibu jowo Aug 28 2022 4:17 am I want the queen's soul back, but it turns out that the real queen is more annoying than shaman choi.. and sorry I laughed seeing the queen's form turning into a grandma .. wkwk

writer, please don't make the prince into an antagonist.. I love the chemistry of the prince and jang uk brotherhood

kemikemi Aug 27 2022 9:02 pm I liked this series from the start, and was really excited waiting for every new episode, but the recent episodes were quite a disappointment because we were already on episode 19, and I was expecting lots of action scenes, but what we got were only a few, and there were no grand fighting scenes at all. Come on writers, you raised our expectations for this series from the start, please don't ruin it.

x44 Aug 27 2022 8:44 pm I don't know how will they fit in one episode the truth about Naksu being on Mudeok's body. Mudeok, the real Jin Buyeon. So-i the fake eldest daughter of Jin family. There are a lot of things that need to be solved. On the other side, what I love about this drama is the viewers do not have an idea what will happen to the next episodes. It also makes the viewers think (theories, etc.). I am curious if the Season 2 will be a prequel or sequel. In season 2, there will be additional cast for Seo family, Seo Yul's uncle. And in instagram, there was an actress posted that she will be Park Danggu's eldest sister. I think they will focus more on the families in Daeho? I hope Ep. 20 is not a rush ending

rapt Aug 27 2022 8:16 pm Wow, the actress for the Shaman Choi character really shone in those last moments of her getting exposed. She made the scene her own, didn’t she?

The series has had its fair shares of ups and downs, with too many forgettable filler moments that add little to the storyline. The last few eps have been more exciting though, with many plot issues being resolved. There’s still a lot of talking compared to the exciting fighting and action scenes.

With regard to the controversy regarding the FL, I’m in the camp for the second season moving forward with whatever the writers have planned, even if it’s going back to the Naksu actress.

Cecily Aug 27 2022 7:02 pm Nice story but so many filler scenes makes it boring. Probably kill of Mudeok character for the swap,lame decision. Thought Go Yoon Jung was cameo. Well, whatever

Jeremy Aug 27 2022 5:15 pm Hopefully S2, the Crown Prince will not become a bad guy ?

Maria Aug 27 2022 4:12 pm Don't you dare make the Crown Prince the bad guy! After all this, please keep on making him wise and compassionate!!!

Seojin Aug 27 2022 3:18 pm Oh common! One episode left and no telling sign if Naksu on Mudeok’s body will ever have a fight scene or will she be revealed as Jin Buyeon again. also, don’t tell me the Prince will become the bad guy now. He is my favorite among the cast aside from So min. Please, just don’t make it so.

Alan S Panek Aug 27 2022 2:34 pm I could not watch this drama. The production company played everybody. First they fired the original actress before she even got started. Then they gave the role to Jung So Min, good choice. But they played her. Offered her 1 season 20 episodes. Didn't tell her about season 2 until ,much later. Then they give her role to a rookie for season two. They don't tell the general public till after episode 18. However, it was leaked many weeks past and we all knew. They played everybody, especially Jung So Min. It's like, thanks for carrying our show on your back for twenty episode, now see ya around kid, get lost. Nope not watching and would rate it low if I could.

Mumu Aug 27 2022 1:29 pm Haha wait till eps 19 for action scene,3 % fighting scene,i still watch because how big mudeok power and waiting her fight scene.writer come on ...you make story people with king star,ice stone,divine power but action scene only 3 %.

arin Aug 27 2022 12:03 pm minhyun remains me so much of cha eun-woo, their stiffness with the good look

blueberry Aug 27 2022 11:05 am Dude That Scene?? Are The Main Leads Siblings ??? i got really confused now that i think of it…they could be related since buyeon died but jang gang saved her with the ice stone, he used his magic which has his energy, she’s born under the king’s star too So Is Jang Uk and jang gang is partly his father too so are they half siblings?? it’s kinda icky, someone pls tell me it’s not true, it really all depends if the energies they transmit have that person’s dna. likeee buyeon would have jang gang’s blood in her, it’s still kinda weird either way cus they both have energy that is related to eachother

Za Aug 27 2022 11:00 am After completing eps 19, honestly, I don't understand the decision of AOS production team to prolong the series until season 2.

I think they can wrap up the series beautifully at episode 20. But of course with more epic closure fighting scenes with Jin Mu and soul shifter inside the Queen, and explanation for the conflicting situations, especially Naksu/Bu Yeon situation. Also is it only me or is there anyone feel the same, as I kind of dissapoint on how little fighting scenes of this series, especially from the Master Mages and main characters.

Overall, this drama is really have all the potential, e.g interesting storyline and great cast, however the improvement point is on the second half of the drama, seems that the writer loose their focus towards filler stories. Not sure if I am gonna watch the second season though, I think I will monitor the review first.

BK Aug 27 2022 10:39 am To some people saying Jung So Min's chemistry with 3 MLs is weak. I think you dont know what is the meaning of chemistry is. You want to stop the hate but you're the one showing hate. You are the one being arrogant here. Some fans just just want to expresed their opinion , no need to stop them. Please respect their opinion. You can express your opinion too without contradicting the opinion of others. No one is ruining the reputation of others. They are just expressing their opinion. Pleade show some respect..

Magsie Aug 27 2022 8:00 am I understand how much we love So Min, but we have to admit that this drama lit not only by her but so many actors, interesting story line, superb ost, and many other factors. So it’s best to enjoy and respect the studio decision whether they’ll have so min for s2 or not.

Sandra Aug 27 2022 7:26 am Some fans are being arrogant. They keep saying she is the soul of the drama or something. I'm sorry she is not, lol... You guys are very desperate at hating the other actors and bragging about your favorite. This drama is doing well because of interesting storylines, great directing and amazing acting of all actors. To be honest, she is not doing much for me. Her chemistry with all guys are very weak as well. Actually Uk and Crown Prince have much better chemistry than anyone. Remember the rest of main casts, including the new lead actress are very young rookies compare to her. It's like bullying younger rookies because of your nonsense. It's very embarrassing to see it. You guys are ruining her reputation. Stop the hate... It's not like she only has this chance right? Give a young rookie actress a chance to shine too.

Hassan Adamu Aug 27 2022 4:17 am Pls these series should end in season 1

Iris Aug 27 2022 1:15 am I'm literally heartbroken with no Mudeok in Part 2. She's the soul of this whole drama, I enjoy watching her with all the 3 male leads.

Fries Aug 26 2022 5:22 pm So sad that its ending soon. I love how Jung So Min portrayed her characters. Its a big loss not having her on S2. She is buyeon and naksu. Buyeon is the most powerful priestess, she might have trapped naksu and cut her powers so she will not hurt people. Jang uk fell in love with mudeok coz she have the calm and sweet personality of buyeon at tge same time the fierceness of naksu. The 2 have great chemistry. S2 will be different but hope its still good.

A Fan Aug 26 2022 8:02 am This drama came and became my #1 favorite drama. I will re-watch it when its completed.. it's THAT good.

Rein Aug 25 2022 8:05 pm So excited for the last 2 episodes and at the sametime sad. Will miss this amazing drama especially Jung somin. I love her very much, her acting, her cuteness, her charm, so attached with her. For me she's the soul of this drama, this drama becomes enjoyable because of her 3 characters, no boring scenes. Hoping and praying that she will be the FL for part 2.

MissA Aug 25 2022 11:24 am The series is nice and all but the way Nasku doesn't realize that Mu Deok is the daughter of that powerful family is silly. And her getting her powers back at the end and always being the damsel in distress.. I would have loved a truly strong female lead.

Ariana Aug 25 2022 10:01 am I am looking forward to Part 2 with new FL because I don't like the current FL acting. Always so dull and forced, with weird line delivery. Another one who is so bad acting is Yul actor, he is just a pretty face with wooden acting. The rest are all pretty good, which makes me keep watching.

leaveacommentsjustforalchemyofsoulsonly Aug 25 2022 5:54 am Yeah i'm agree with the comments that saying this drama last 2 eps feel disjointed, for me personally felt like their changing some scripts. I don't know why the do that but the biggest possibility is because of the reaction from the news about FL of season 2 broken out that maybe the reaction they've quite not expected.

It's my personal rants about season 2, if they gonna spend money for a spin off or prequel for Naksu story only, for me it's better they use the money for making the continuing of season 1. They have a great bunch of stories just from season 1 alone, season 1 story has the hugest potential attraction for making the bone of season 2.

But i'm not leave a comment here to bash this drama, this drama deserve their praises! instead i'm gonna say how much i Love this drama! Love all the casts! Including the villain Jin Mu ❤️ Love the sceneries! Love the costumes! And Love the story! (Although why oh why with the mess here and there). But although maybe they make a mess in someway somehow, but still this drama is a masterpiece to me. The 1st drama! Not just in K-drama alone, but in whole drama world out there, this drama is the 1st drama that i'm falling in love with. So in love that when it's ended i will have a separation anxiety and having broken heart like i have relationship with this drama as a great friend or lover.

Dear Mr. Director and Mrs. Writers, thank you for making this drama. it's a drama that able acompany me in my aphatetic and bored phase of life. I hope you'll make a great decision for the continuition season of this great season 1.

Mary Rodriguez Aug 24 2022 10:07 am I am not a fan of period kdramas but Alchemy of Souls really nailed it for me. One of the best if not the best period fantasy kdrama i have seen by far. Their acting is so good, effects are awesome, the scenes are fantastic, and their chemistry with each other simply wonderful. From Episode 1, i could not stop myself from going to the next episode, each one being more exciting than the previous episode. The storyline is very simple and the comedic dialogue added to the lightness of the drama. Yet, despite the simplicity in story, the lessons learned in every dialogue is heart touching or sometimes piercing. I like most the line: SCARS LEAVE BEAUTIFUL MARKS. I also do not leave comments in most kdramas I watch. But again, this kdrama is worth praising. All the actors deserve more than a round of applause.

Boomerang Aug 24 2022 2:36 am I hope the ensemble win every award there is! Also, Hong Sisters! Can you guys make this into a book?!? Please. I'll be the first in line! Great writing. Amazing characters. Dialogues are to die for. Actors, the very best! Since the start, it was a roller coaster ride. Hook line and sinker! I never...ever...re-watch ANY drama while still ongoing, and I am on my 2nd now! I really don't want it to end. I think I'm going to have separation anxiety and die a sad death this Sunday night. Finally, I just really need to convey my appreciation for all who made this possible. Thank You All!!!

mandy Aug 23 2022 8:30 pm I love that Korean series.. I love fantasy/love story, the way they delivered the scene and it makes me happy when they have fun each other and their reaction.. I wish not only 20 episodes.. I want more..

alchemyluvs Aug 23 2022 8:28 pm The one acting as Seo Yul is handsome but he's the weakest link in terms of acting. He's acting is kinda boring and dry

sky Aug 23 2022 9:20 am i hope seo yul ends up with bu yeon, and the crown prince with heom yun ok. let naksu with jang uk

Mom Aug 23 2022 2:49 am Woahhh!! What a huge leap from 7.5 SK viewership ratings to 9.2!! Alchemy of souls is a charming series and i'm glad it is also well-received in Korea.

Congrats AOS team, and to my baby Lee Jae Wook. Such a charismatic actor and for a young one to carry such a crazy strength within him in terms of acting is just marvelous.

Irischa Aug 23 2022 12:05 am I want to see Jung So Min as Mudeok in Season 2. I'll be disappointed otherwise

Rina Aug 22 2022 7:51 pm AOS is an attention grabber kdrama since the beginning. All casts play their role very well, especially the leads: Lee Jae-Wook and Jung So-Min. The chemistry between them as Jang Uk and Mu-Deok are undeniably great!. Lee Jae-Wook with his tall built, looks gorgeous in any outfits he wears in this series! Love his witty carefree attitude. But the one that capture my attention the most is Seo Yul, the two-sword man! He is so cool, smart, kind, and handsome. Minhyun plays Yul character very well! Can’t help but to love him!

Yol A Aug 22 2022 10:50 am Best saeguk in 2022 ??????? can't wait for next week

Mudeok Aug 22 2022 9:31 am Acting of jung somin is so amazing, very professional! She deserve to be praised. Im so happy that she is the Female Lead of AOS. They made the right choice to chose the right actress to play the 3 characters. Im hoping and praying that she is also the FL of part 2.

Alice Aug 22 2022 6:27 am I just so love this drama so much. The story is so interesting, even the love story is amazing, not boring and thrilling to watch. Jung somin's chemiatey and lee jae wook is no joke. How can i move on??

Precious Aug 22 2022 6:06 am The show has been renewed for season two already..I just don't feel the mudeok acting and way of speaking, her intonation kinda makes Korean language funny and it's not so for the remaining actors.

Jil Aug 22 2022 3:48 am What went wrong in this series? The love story.

Its a bit too much. Haha. No longer interesting.

z Aug 22 2022 12:53 am i just realized that naksu's emotions, desires, and contemplation about her drastic life change and her life purpose have not been explored enough. after she got back her true power, then what? she's betrayed by danju, but that's it. i'm not really sense her desire to take revenge?

May Aug 21 2022 9:12 pm QueenM, how is a person from 200 years ago going to father a child after 200 years! That's very illogical ? Master Seo Gyeong was in love with the first leader of Jinowon, and he died before her. That means the current leader of Jinowon hasn't even been born yet. Looking at all these stupid theories and comments, i can only wonder...are we really watching the same drama? ?

QueenM Aug 21 2022 8:31 pm Who is Buyeon's father? It is revealed that Cho-yeon told earlier that they're just half-sisters, since her father is the brother of Shaman Choi, what if Buyeon's father is Master Seo Gyeong? just my thinking because based on Words from the Heart , Jang Uk told them that the message of the poetry is sacrifice for loved one. And basically, Mu-deok or Jin Buyeon is i think the powerful priestess ever born.

Cheyann Aug 21 2022 6:51 pm I love this Kdrama but it has so many sub-plots to count that somehow it loses the main focus of the story and as much as I like the romance going on with the FL having so many ships to count, I loved my show to have fight scenes in this type of genre.

Lea Aug 21 2022 3:24 pm Noooooo.....my first on going drama ever i'm following about to finish in just 1 weeeek again ??? my 1st tv shows in my whole life time that i religiously wait from one ep to next ep. I never watch and on going drama ever, i never have a patience to wait a week for just watching a new eps. But not this dramaaaaaa ??? My 1st ever write a comments about some tv/movie ever, and my 1st to hype and being a cry baby on it. I'm not gonna expect this when 1st watched it on June, i thought i'm gonna drop this drama like another dramaaaaaa

I just love 2 drama after being just a casual kdrama viewer for 15 years, liking some the hype one's like brilliant legacy, Jang Geum, what happened in Bali, lover in Paris. And LOVE!, Merry Daegu (a very not a famous K-drama) and Kingdom. And drop a bunch a popular and hype drama. And i feel kinda lucky tho, i don't love those dramas because i hate to feel "the emptiness" that K-drama that make a "butterfly in my belly" effect after finish that i've enjoyed so much just like i felt on those dramas i like and love.

After some long years from my last fav drama (Kingdom the exception because seems like zombie don't make people felt the butterfly on Belly effect ?). Then i found AoS by accident because i drop the no 1 the super popular one's on Netflix so i go to no 2 from the trending list, and voila! I'm fall in love with AoS .... Never expected i'm gonna love Hong's drama, usually not my cup of tea, except for the greatest love thanks to only for Cha Seung Won for his excellent acting for delivered the ecentric male lead.

So despite the bad reviews for this excellent drama. This drama is really a treasure for drama world. Although i really love to have some talks with the writers about what they've done with this drama pacing.

But well, Anyway... Love! Love! Love This Drama Now it's my no 1 fav all Times drama ❤️

Jin Bu Yeon Aug 21 2022 2:14 pm I love alchemy of souls but it feels like they keep adding stuff that are just unnecessary. Episode 18 wasn't it at all!!! Like What's Happening. The way everything is going hopefully they'll be season 2 because I don't know how they plan to do everything with only 2 episodes remaining. Also I wouldn't mind if mudeok ends up with the crown prince. I really like them together.

AOS Aug 21 2022 11:26 am Jung So Min's acting is incredible in the latest episode. But man...the plot got totally lost the focus in too many sup plots they created. This drama can be way more successful if they tell the story better. Getting rids of the fillers and unnecessary scenes. Wish they could keep the perfect moving pace of their first 8 eps until the end.

To those that said Jung So Min's acting is bad.... it's not her acting that bad, it's you having trouble understanding what called good acting. Her performance in AOS was stellar. She nailed 3 different characters perfectly. All the younger/rookie casts have great potentials. They all did greats job bringing the characters to life but their level is still far behind So Min and the other veteran casts. Their acting was great for less-experienced actors but it still lacks depths and layers of expression.

Kay Aug 21 2022 9:19 am Episode 18 is so weird and unsatisfying for me. I could literally feel a void as I watched. It's like they made changes to the plot somehow.

Mudeok Aug 20 2022 11:16 pm In part 2, im pretty sure Jung So Min will be in playing Jin Bu Yeon but what will happen if Naksu goes back to her original body. What will be her purpose? For sure Songrim will hunt her down as she is the famous assasin. I just really hope that Naksu or Cho Yeong her original name has some connection with Jin Bu Yeon or Jang Uk that will make her character very important in Part 2 because base on all the episodes that aired, i feel like Jin Bu Yeon is the reincarnation of Jin Seol Ran while Jang Uk is the nxt Seo Gang but as for the original Naksu i wonder what will be her purpose in Part 2 if she is the female lead.

moe Aug 20 2022 9:39 pm I hote to see sister jung so min (Mudeok) as the lead actress in season 2 ????

Nicer Aug 20 2022 6:41 pm Mudeok Mudeok Mudeok! Pleasing to the eyes.

yue Aug 20 2022 5:49 pm the cliffhanger ending of ep17!!!! i cant....

Boomerang Aug 20 2022 4:53 pm Episode 17!!! Woot woo!!!! Best. Episode. Everrrrr!!!! Thank you Hong Sisters!

Kara Aug 20 2022 5:21 am Lee Jae Wook and Go Yoon Jung as main leads for part 2 please. Fresh, young and talented casts.

Pica Aug 20 2022 3:27 am I'm looking forward to see Go Yoon Jung as part 2 Female Lead. She is still young and her age fit with other young main casts. This is a youth drama. We need actual actors who are still in 20s where ML age is still 24 in real life. Fighting Go Yoon Jung!

JangUk Aug 20 2022 1:08 am This drama is very good. I watched all 16 episodes of this series so I can tell what will happen next to the characters. It's obvious what will happen in part 2, part 2 is the continuation of part 1 not prequel or whatever. The production team already confirmed that they cannot fit everything in part 1 so they need to make part 2. Before the start of production of part 1, the writers already in mind that they they will change the female lead in part 2 because that's how they can make naksu go back to her orginal body, they cannot do that in part 1 since jung so min is the female lead in part 1 but in part 2 they can. Usually in kdrama if there is a part 2 usually the leads changed also like yumi cells and sky castle. In my opinion they will let naksu go back to her original body in part 2 and it will be played by go yoon jung. As for Mu deok, hello she is jin bu yeon how can people tell that she will be replace, she will just go back to her original body. She will be Jin Bu Yeon so what Im saying is both actress Go Yoon Jung and Jung So Min will be in part 2 as for the who will be the female lead, they will both be the female lead. They are both strong if they are in their own body. As for the love line for sure many doesnt want to see Jang Wook with the real naksu played by Go Yoon Jung as they already invest their time in watching Jung So Min as Mudeok/Naksu and Jang Uk so here is my theory i think at the end of this series in part 2 i think the original Naksu will die played by Go Yoon Jung then Jang Uk will get his happy ending with Jung So Min but that will be Jin Bu Yeon at least at the end of this series they are the end game. Lee Jae Wook and Jung So Min the original male lead and female lead. But still inside me still hoping the original Naksu wont be dead. As for Park Dang Gu and Jin Cho Yeon im pretty sure they will have their happy ending cos Jin Bu Yeon will be back played by Jung So Min and she will lead Jinyowon while Park Jin and Maidservant Kim will end up together and im sure they will have a son that will lead Songrim. This is just my opinion, this is just my theory base on the episodes already aired.

Filipina Gibaga Zonio Aug 18 2022 10:02 pm when will be the released of episode 17, 18, 19 & 20. I'm so excited!

Pine Aug 18 2022 1:14 am Love this drama so much. Excited for the remaining episodes. Casts acting are amazing! Super love jung somins acting, she's truly a GREAT actress. Her acting fits the characters well. Very professional!

Hyperborea Aug 18 2022 1:12 am 10 points, but... I will cancel all the series if the Season One remains unfinished and there is an S2 coming in the distant future. I started watching Korean TV shows because 1. They are good 2. There is only 1 season that ends the series. Hollywood series are no longer watched, because they are often left unfinished. Why do I need such a waste of time... and now... I am unhappy.

Nina Aug 17 2022 11:24 pm When will season two be aired? I love everything about the drama except sumin's acting , which sometimes seems expressionless or soulless

Laurence Broome - Webster Aug 17 2022 8:33 am A very interesting show but I’m very disappointed at not being able to view season 1 episodes 17, 18,19 and 20

Maybe sometime in 2023 it maybe available. By that time I would no longer have Netflix or any other website to watch season 2. I hope season 2 is as successful as the partial season 1

snow Aug 16 2022 7:56 am naksu x jang uk endgame plssss ㅠㅠ

El Aug 15 2022 3:45 pm This is one of the best Korean movie of this year and by far my most favorite of the year.

Lea Aug 15 2022 3:25 pm I love this drama so much! I'm not a fan with Hong's drama although i like the greatest love (love Cha Seong woo ajussi because of that) but that's it, just as far as liking....but this drama, Love It to the bone! I love the customes (not Mudeok costume tho), i love the set, i love the story and i really Love the casts! But i hope they can improve their fighting scenes, sometimes i felt not so believable. Next, my greatest wish to this drama, is having another seasons, not just as 2 as they'd plan and also seing Jung So Min as Buyeon. I prefer seing Jung So Min as Buyeon than Naksu tbh, Buyeon such a clever mastermind, her character deserve more stories. And i don't mind if she as Buyeon doesn't end with Uk (because clearly Uk love Naksu) although i'm prefer they become a couple, imagine what a power couple they'll become....just wishing tho....

Mar jho Aug 15 2022 5:46 am Can't wait to watch the last 4 episodes!?????

Diz Aug 14 2022 10:04 pm I will say this week off wait is brutal but since it's to make the last chunk of episodes better, it's worth it

Mr X Aug 14 2022 6:36 pm It's a very interesting drama, let's hope it continues tru the whole 30 episodes

Andrea Paras Aug 14 2022 5:24 pm This is an amazing drama. The casts are perfect in their roles... I'm glued to my chair every Saturday and Sunday just to watch this.. I can't wait until the next episode.. . I hope Naksu/Mudoek and Jang Uk will be together in the end... hahahaha... OMG what a happy ending. Super!!!

Amazing story and casts!!!

Aby Aug 14 2022 4:59 pm I think for me that this Korean drama series have so many similarities with Harry Potter with the Twilight kick and twists also, great time watching this,

yoursay Aug 14 2022 11:13 am There are lots of people here said that this drama have so many similiarities with harry potter. But in my opinion, I found so many similiarities of the characters with anime Naruto. Anybody here watched naruto? The character of Naruto have so many resemblance with jang uk, his abandoned story, his tough never give up personalities, etc. Also the character of seo yul that is cool, handsome, smart and has strong power. Dont forget the character of master lee who secretly teach jang uk reminds me of jiraiya, who also teach naruto a lot of things that made his power stronger. Jang Gang is also a gwanju, just the same like naruto's father is a hokage. And jang uk and naruto have the same dream to become gwanju/hokage like their father despite their lack of power in the first part of the story. Watching this drama feels like watching the combination of harry potter and naruto, and I love it!

MyDream Aug 13 2022 4:36 pm @ibu ibu jowo ikr!! Even the 4 families Jang Seo Park Jin are like Gryffindor Ravenclaw Hufflepuff Slytherin. Watching this reminds me a lot to Harry Potter.

Ibu ibu jowo Aug 13 2022 11:17 am I'm very sad because AOS is not airing the drama this Saturday and Sunday.. I'm really upset about it. I can't wait for next Saturday...

Ibu ibu jowo Aug 13 2022 11:13 am @dilmi ekanayake yes, this reminds me of the excitement of the harry potter series.. the magic, the cuteness of the friendship, the romance, the family.

even in the first episode, the atmosphere reminded me of when baby harry and hagrid would be abandoned by dumbledore at his evil uncle's house....

people dress and walk like harry's rival in season 4 viktor krum..

Jinyowon's magical door reminds me of how Hagrid opened the brick door and took Harry to Hogwart for the first time.

Jinyowon's magic mirror also reminds me when Harry saw his father and mother through the mirror..

it's different, but I really really like these two fantasy dramas..

Ruth Aug 13 2022 8:28 am I think i cant wait not today of movie Alchemy of souls. hmmmmmm.... We cant wait watch alchemy of souls in netflix date of schcdule today.

Kang Aug 12 2022 11:00 pm Don't end story just like that. Create an Universe from this. Like Hollywood, like MCU.

Dilmi Ekanayake Aug 12 2022 3:28 am I don't usually comment on these stuffs but couldn't stop my hand without mentioning this masterpiece. The fantasy and the idea of this drama hit me to the bottom of my heart like Hollywood movie series Harry Potter. The theme is really fresh and wonderful to watch another world with different people and colours. We want more kdramas like alchemy of souls. Really love it. Cheers to the all crew members all the way from Sri Lanka. ???? love you guys. ❤?

Lcneyed Aug 11 2022 11:03 pm This drama is soo good!! And i love their chemistry sm

Central cee Aug 11 2022 1:52 pm the decision to end the last episode with showing how the children finally meeingt their parents was just epic, this drama and their top tier ending scenes are never fails to make my jaw drop Really excited

ann Aug 10 2022 7:11 pm I love this drama so much!!! Lee Jaewook jjang~

Hera Aug 10 2022 5:52 pm This show is the best drama so far this year for me. If you love fantasy and romance, this is for you. Episode 1 starts really good. The CGI is good and the storyline pacing is fast. The characters are introduced well and makes you fall in love with them instantly. Jung Somin and Lee Jaewook have good chemistry and both are excellent actors. The show is so funny and interesting. I think people should give this a chance. It truly is a gem!

Krystal Aug 10 2022 7:17 am Although I love Jung So Min, I'm okay with or without her in season 2 as long as Lee Jae Wook is ML in season 2 as well. I first started to watch this for JSM, but LJW's Jang Uk completely stole my heart and he is one of the best young actors in k-dramas these days. Of course I would love it even more if both LJW and JSM are leads in season 2 as well.

InvestorCJ Aug 10 2022 6:56 am Am really in love with this movie can really waiting for the remaining season

danica Aug 10 2022 4:26 am seo yul i hope we will see you at season 2 and together with naksu.. ???

So min Aug 10 2022 2:26 am Jung somin, best actress!! Fighting! Hope to see you in season 2?

Daisy Aug 09 2022 11:23 pm Lee Jae Wook acting is so amazing. He is nailing every scene. I'm very impressed with his talents.

Shane Aug 09 2022 7:52 pm I super love jung somin's acting, such a great actress. Jung somin in season 2 please!!!

E Aug 09 2022 7:26 am I hope jung so min will be in s2 it’ll be boring without her and I hope to see more of buyeon! ^.^

RG EL Aug 09 2022 6:28 am @Danny As I recall, Naksu is older than Jang Uk and Jin Buyeon. Naksu was like a 7-10 year old child 20 years ago when the stone pieces that recorded Jang Uk's birth night were hidden. Your theory that the three of them were born with the same king star would make sense if the king star appeared periodically every year, but I doubt that.

Danny Aug 09 2022 4:58 am Annyeong! SPOILER ALERT

I would like to drop my theory. I'm not sure if this make sense to all of you.

First: Jang Uk, Jin Bu-yeon and Naksu were born with a King's star (reason of their intertwined relationship) and also the reason why Jin Mu uses Naksu in his scheme and turns her father into a soul shifter and later on he uses Naksu as an Assassin. Jin Mu on the other hand uses Bu-yeon to get the ice stone into his and Shaman Choi's (fake queen) possession and is very inclined to kill Uk (because Uk is a threat to him rather than a useful tool).

Second: Bu-yeon/Mudeok did not suck the soul of Naksu but rather their soul merged into one body because they were born with the King's star. I think Bu-yeon is way more powerful than Naksu because she has a great energy to control the ice stone and to suppress Naksu's power.

Third: It was Bu-yeon's feelings towards Uk, since their relationship is very complicated though they openly confessed with each other but still has a mess up love story. (As I mentioned there are two souls in one body I think Naksu's soul does not feel the same with Bu-yeon and still confuse because of the mix up feelings towards Uk. (I'm still rooting for Naksu and Yul)

Lastly: I think it's either Uk, Bu-yeon and Naksu will bring Chaos/Destruction to Daeho or the three of them will save their country and become a hero. Lol

I'm curious about how will the director, writers and the team will end the story. Hoping that the ending is not happy but rather an ending that will give us answers and will relate to the sequel.

JANE Aug 09 2022 2:20 am Absolutely in love with this drama. The actors are doing an incredible job playing as their characters, helping us immerse with the storyline better. I fell in love with Lee Jaewook after watching this drama and have started watching his other works while waiting for new episodes. He is still very young so i'm sure his future is bright! Looking forward to more of his works. The story is very complicated which could make it hard for some to follow if they aren't giving much attention to the tiny details. The set design and CGI is also fantastic. I am fond of slowburn so if you are expecting lovey dovey scenes of the main couple, this may not be for you. The romance is not the main focus of the storyline. However, they do have amazing chemistry so it's such a waste the writers are not making full use of this potential. I understand this has 30 episodes all in all so they could show more of that in the later episodes. All in all, I am enjoying this drama very much. It is my happiness every week. I'm gonna rewatch this while waiting. Alchemy of souls, fighting!

sopi Aug 08 2022 3:31 pm I am really enjoying the drama. But it became annoying how slow and dragging the storyline is after some time. I feel like they are just making it longer even if the answers can easily obtain. They are making the characters look incapable these past few episodes. It's getting frustrating that many things are still unresolved and still a mystery when we only have 4 episodes. I feel like the writers will rush the storyline in the end or leave the viewers cliff-hanging because there are still many unresolved cases, and I don't think they will reveal it all in the four left episodes we have. And it makes sense that they are having season 2 which I think is not necessary if they did not decide to replace on focusing on the main story than adding scenes that are repetitive and not necessary anymore. After watching the recent episodes, I feel like they are just buying some time. We are already in the 16th episode and the story barely made progress. Feels like the scenes and story is taking too long to make progress (iykwim). Then they just announced that they are gonna have a mini hiatus to improve the remaining episodes which makes it more frustrating because of the fact that they are trying to change some parts, meaning, they are not sure how to end the series well. Even the production is still unsure about it. This really feels like they will rush it in the end. The "improvement" thing is funny already because they should've talked and discussed it beforehand rather than delaying releasing the remaining episodes. Doesn't it that the plot should be finalized before the date of its release? Well, It is still a great drama. I just thought that this would be the best fantasy drama I have watched. But it is a little bit disappointing that this drama had a lot of potential in every way but they decided to mislead the viewers and buy some time for their so-called "Improvement" that should have been done beforehand in the first place. I guess I expected too much from watching the first half episodes. I just really hope they won't leave us in question. Because I am 80% sure that if they are not gonna reveal everything in the remaining 4 episodes and will make season 2 just for it, It will be more draggy. Because I don't think there are still lots of things to be shown in season 2 when all we need right now is evidence. We already have the answers to the unsolved cases but the characters are only looking for evidence (and they are obviously taking a lot of time and soooo long to get it which I think should not be taking this long) They are mages, powerful but they can't investigate properly. That is one of the frustrating parts. It seems easy to obtain evidence but they are just taking so long. Whenever they try to show evidence, they always get interrupted and it's getting annoying. Because it's just repetitive. We made it to the 16th episode with small progress. Very disappointing. I thought they will nor focus more on the main plot from these recent episodes but they did not. They added unnecessary and very slow scenes again. Will still watch it for the sake of finishing the series and for the great actors/actresses. The writers should have done it better since the cast are portraying their characters very well yet they are making them look incapable. tsk tsk.

Eldi Aug 08 2022 6:02 am Why could a high priest like Jin Ho-Gyeong not recognize her own daughter, when she has that kind of power? Too any side stories. Sigh

IamAngel Aug 07 2022 10:42 pm There is going to be a season two with naksu as the main lead. We are going to see real action from than on.

Baby Taehyung Aug 07 2022 4:44 pm Now few things were answered from watching ep 15 and 16. It answered why Naksu's cannot use her strength and power because she is inside the priestess body (Buyeon/Mudeok). It answered the question about if Naksu can returned to her burned body. It was explained in the scene where Master Heo burned his master's body (Master Lee) thinking that he is dead. I am still waiting for Naksu's narrative (origin) and why her entire family was killed. I am looking forward for the next episode but i'm kind a little anxious to watch it because of the preview. I will still watch it even it will take a bit longer.

Alchemist til the end Aug 07 2022 2:56 pm We're now coming to the last four episodes of this series. I am seriously gonna miss this once it ends. Though the latest episodes did not unwrap much of the plot, it was still a fun watch. I was lol-ing on Jang Uk and Crown prince Go won's moments, Danggu and Cho yeon's unprecedented living together, the trio (Danggu, Jang uk and Yul) reminiscing about the past and even master lee and Jang uk's dialogue after the fight scene. *spoiler* Poor master Lee lost his body because of Healer Heo's clumsy mistake. Lol don't even make me mention about maidservant kim and Park jin, i love everything about them. I was waiting for the action and Mudeok's development as naksu but i believe we're bound to get to that on these remaining episodes which will lead us and also serve as the groundwork for upcoming season 2. Admittingly i was dismayed by the sudden slow pacing of the show on the mid-part but in alchemy, patience is virtue lol.

Alchemists, we are now getting to the exciting part!! *insert party poppers*

Justtice Aug 07 2022 1:41 pm Tbh i wished they showed more of bo yeon/modeuk more…i find her story/character more interesting than naksu….they shouldve made naksu enter another person’s body instead

Annie Aug 07 2022 11:40 am Just completed watching ep 16, but I did feel that there hasn't been any significant changes in Janguk and Mudeok's relationship after their open confession. I want them to stop keeping things vague and be clear about their feelings. Did feel like they added a few fillers here and there. Cho yeon and Dangu finally got more screentime but again it became a lil messy. The good thing is we got to learn few more details about Seo yul, the Queen and Cho yeon's dad. Also Jang Uk's father is finally back, so I'm looking forward to what his presence will add to the story. It's good that they are not showing more of the one sided love tale because it was getting depressive. Also must say that the leader of Songrim is an idiot who still doesn't know that Maidservant Kim likes him and not Master Lee. The new character so-i had a significant presence and now she knows of Mudeok's identity. Idk but 2 weeks for ep 17 feels like years, especially when after seeing the preview where Mudeok finally draws the sword but the fact that one on them may die due to this is giving me chills and also the fact that the petrified body of the cunning mage is back to kill Yul. I think this is the point where things will change completely..I just can't wait!!

withjoyfulsenescence Aug 07 2022 11:17 am Our lovable Crown Prince is turning out to be a viable successor to the throne. I don't think for one second that Jang Uk will be a competitor but perhaps like the King of Master Seo Gyeong's time, too. I just hope Uk's love story is not like Master Seo's.

Meta Aug 07 2022 10:04 am Take so long waiting action of mu deok

Za Aug 07 2022 9:52 am Just finished ep 16 and I have to say that the drama pace is soo slow. Too many filler scenes which in my opinion should/could be simplified. And I think relationship between Mudeok/Naksu with Uk also do not have significant improvement. After 16 eps, both parties still in "not really acknowledge the feeling" stage. The same case also seen on development of Naksu's power. Think that is why they need extension of 10 more eps in session 2

Mumu Aug 07 2022 9:29 am Eps 17 mudeok open the sword,its fake scene action? Comeon writer dont too long and make clise the drama. So i scene i hate,uselles like old drama drama people who lie to be lost child. Your drama i like mastersun,greatest love is best drama story without add clasic story.but why the clasic story you write (so i character).

Dinkus Aug 07 2022 4:46 am The leader of Songrim is an idiot!

Karen Aug 07 2022 4:37 am I don't really care about FL in action now, she is already very selfish and cunning, while leading on some guys around her, never feel bad or apologize to them. I don't really like this Naksu anyway, always waited for Jin Bu Yeon to take over, still no progress. Although I enjoy watching Uk and Naksu together, I still think Uk deserves someone better like Jin Bu Yeon or Heo girl.

FAYESHA Aug 06 2022 11:25 pm Hong sister is in action, don't expect too much. they are known to be hit or miss. if it's miss everyone will be smack by huge rock lol....

Mumu Aug 06 2022 8:37 pm To long to wait action scene mudeok,too much talking about love.almost 16 eps but mudeok fighting scene still 0. Oh ya so i be bu yeon its clasic story on drama .

greatvick Aug 06 2022 6:18 pm It is quite a cool movie but we need to rush it up

saya Aug 06 2022 6:11 pm I think the story became more revolved around the love story between jang uk and mu deok , the main storyline is not moving forward like are we going to see jang gang ? will uk meet him ? like there's only 5 episodes left the stroyline has to evolve fast I hope it turns out great and we have all answers

Ann Aug 06 2022 1:47 pm They are focusing too much on the love story I need more naksu I’m glad she’s coming back next season ?? the writers are doing jung somin dirty ?‍♀️ Why are they making her seem like just some maid that only revolves around Jang Uk.. She could’ve been a badass female lead

solar Aug 06 2022 1:22 pm i’m sorry but im pissed off because they are taking so long and dragging the story so much, when are we going to get naksu and buyeon’s story??? like why hasn’t mudeok been wondering about all these things, why is she acting so clueless. which is weird because She Is Naksu, she would’ve been wondering now, she’s too focused on jang uk and not caring about herself!! i want to see her fighting, i wanna see her cool powers, but they’re showing nothing. pls and we only have 5 more episodes likeee… i don’t want them to rush it but. if we get it in season 2 we will have to wait months for it.. so upsetting, seems like jang uk is the only main character

Sominfan Aug 06 2022 10:55 am Episode 15 was so intense, i could barely breath! I know it seemed exagge, but damn! Master Lee literally owned this episode. His acting was cool, especially when he told the king his surprise. Everything was unpredictable, excpet if you saw the previews. Now I understand how they needed that break. It will probably took a week before I can move from this episode. Kudos to the team! Iloveyou So-min!!!

ryoooo Aug 06 2022 10:20 am helloooo I want to ask what song they played at the end of ep 15? there's english line says that "with you promise I will~~" and the rest is korean. I tried to search it in google and youtube using mic but I cant search it T^T

Su sid Aug 06 2022 10:11 am Make this in english! And make it a movie! Damn! It's the best kdrama ever!

Lisa Aug 06 2022 9:59 am in love with jung so min’s acting.. she’s such a talented actress.. too bad she wont be in season 2

lisa Aug 06 2022 9:57 am really in love with jung so min’s acting… she’s such a talented actress.. too bad she will not be in season 2

Aosfans Aug 06 2022 9:56 am I see the news.. Alchemy of Soul won't be airing next week. Oh my god can't u imagine, we have to wait for another 2 week to watch this drama huwaaa T_T

Dean B. Anderson Aug 05 2022 10:47 pm I LOOOOVE this romantic series. I find it very sophisticated, and deep, and very authentic and engrossing emotionally as I find with ALL South Korean dramas, due to the GREAT cinematic plot writing, acting execution, cinematography AND GREAT music. I deeply hope that it will continue.

Anon Aug 05 2022 7:13 pm Great job for casting department. All the actors are amazing. Even only 'murabito B' tiny role were doing their job right. It's a rare thing in dramas nowadays. and I had funny moment from this drama. From early episodes, I thought Seo Yul actor was Cha Eun Woo but weirdly I didn't feel any awkward moments in the acting while I usually feel from his acting in all his dramas. Then, I searched on wiki and found out that the actor is Hwang Minhyun lol. I'm ashamed of myself for not being able to recognized him. Even though I knew him since Orange Caramel past MV (Shanghai Romance).

Haiku Aug 05 2022 2:16 pm Jang Uk character is very unique and such a masterpiece. The actor is nailing the role in every scene. Very impressed with him.

Ahi Aug 04 2022 4:37 pm I am rooting for Mu-deok and Yul

Mandy Aug 04 2022 4:36 pm I'm dejected about the one week hiatus for alchemy of souls next week. This is the only series i am keeping tabs with for these past weeks and to hear that it is not going to air, my motivation at work is flying away i love this show soo muchh. Anyways, i am hoping for the best and if coming up with a better output is what they are aiming for, then so be it.

Yola Aug 04 2022 11:24 am Can't wait for next eps ???

Jonah Norilla Aug 04 2022 5:54 am Next eps,pleae

MJ Aug 04 2022 5:45 am The drama is also the best.

Melly Aug 03 2022 11:34 pm @ ariana/ariaaa/ariaka thank you! idk how i miss the part and whenever they mention it ill be all clueless lol

@ oppa ?? yes yes I surely will remember even after the drama ended

Fab4 Aug 03 2022 8:32 am Eventually the ice stone might be destroyed & JBY might …

Kee03 Aug 03 2022 3:52 am After the last episode, I will surely re-watch this splendidly, amazing, fantastic drama series???. I hope it will end with a happy ending ??????

frozie Aug 03 2022 12:12 am @Lindsey Park Jin in the leader of Songrim and the guy with long hair. He used to like Uk's mother long ago, but now has unrecognized feelings for Maidservant Kim. (And Maidservant Kim used to like Jang Gang long ago, but now has unstated feelings for Park Jin.) The two of them have defacto raised UK because his mother died in childbirth and his "father" Jang Gang left and no one has seen him since. He has not been on screen outside of flashbacks.

Jang Gang was the Gwanju who dabbled in sorcery and learned how to swap souls. He made the mistake of letting the king know. The king was pretty sick but wanted an heir, so he forced Jang Gang to swap souls for a week. It is the king's soul in Jang Gang's body who is the father of Jang UK, our hero. UK has endured rumors that Jang Gang is not his real dad and that his mother had an affair, but he does not know that he was born under the king's star, nor that he was fathered by the king's soul. Jang Gang sealed off Uk's magic so prevent problems (there is now a current king and crown prince, he doesn't want UK to be in danger). But UK, not knowing any of this, thinks dad is just mean. Meanwhile, Park Jin has worked out most of this, but not told UK the full truth.

Lindsey Aug 02 2022 9:45 pm Can anyone help? I thought the guy with the long hair was Jang Kang but on here it’s saying he’s Park Jin? Did I miss something? I’m on episode 3 and the part where the maid and Park Jin are talking and she said the rumors about Jang Uk is his son and he said that she was in love with Jang Kang. Idk I’m really confused on this lol

Oppa Aug 02 2022 1:39 pm Melly, i hope you now know what gwanju is. Ariaka explained it 5 times. LOL

Ariana Aug 02 2022 10:35 am @ Melly Gwanju is the leader position of Cheonbugwan. The current Gwanju is Jang Kang, Uk's father who went away for many years, but still a Gwanju. The Assistant Gwanju is Jin Mu, who badly wants to be Gwanju but has no chance because Jang Kang and Jang Uk exist. Gwanju of Cheonbugwan is the hierarchical position of Jang Family. Therefore, Jang Uk is the future Gwanju of Cheonbugwan, but still needs to approve his rightful mage qualities and skills. Jang Uk always dreams of becoming Gwanju.

Enjoying Alchemy Aug 02 2022 10:32 am We just love this new story and eagerly awaits the next episode. Love all characters especially Jang Uk, because he is a talented actor. Thank the staff, writers and all your hard work and beautiful designed clothing, and also having an interesting drama, we’re loving it. Fighting

Melly Aug 02 2022 9:06 am Can someone explain to me what/who is gwanju? I think I miss the part?

Stella Aug 02 2022 9:00 am I can't believe this series is still keeping me on edge in torturous wait for episodes 15 and 16 when usually kseries loses its luster in these points of time. This fact speaks volume on how well-written it is. Add on to that the actors' spectacular performance and heart-melting chemistry. Everything blends so perfectly here, watching this show gives me both peace and laughter at the same time. I just hope the production team and casts take home awards for this masterpiece.

Eliza Aug 02 2022 4:41 am I checked it out since I saw this in Netflix. What a great drama! This is my first time watching this ML. Omg! Why is he so good at acting? His emotion, comedic timing, action and even line delivery are all so perfect. Everytime Uk comes to my screen, I want to hug him, lol.

Nur Intan Aug 02 2022 4:33 am Drama Of The Year. Literally the genre - characters - actors is what I living for.. <3

Yumi Aug 02 2022 1:07 am It's funny to me that some are actually complaining about Naksu shifting to other body and asking where her moral standards are. Like seriously, she was an Assassin.. Remember that. Not everything in this drama is always black and white. Everyone has their own motives and interest regardless of whether you think it's right or wrong.

As much as I love Mudeok, if original Naksu returns to her body, Naksu actress really doesn't need to replicate the accent or copy Mudeok's behavior since she doesn't need to pretend to be someone else anymore. She will be back to her original self, her original aura but with additional waivering of feelings towards Uk.

Some viewers are really something. Haha

RRAPB Aug 01 2022 10:50 pm My theory: Bu Yeon is indeed the reincarnation of Seol Ran(a priestess that keeps on reincarnating because she is the Sole protector of Daeho.) Seo Yul is the reincarnation of Seo Gyeong who keeps on reincarnating to protect the Priestess and he always fell in love with her but he never had the courage to confess his feelings. Jang Uk and Cho Yeong(Naksu) are destined to be together because of their parents relationship to each other. They will eventually grow up and marry each other. However, everything has been messed up when Do Hwa conceived a child out of Alchemy Of Souls. And Cho Chung became a soul shifter.

here will be no Naksu nor Bu Yeon in the end. Because those 2 souls are trapped inside of 1 body. Therefore Mu Deok will live for both of them. Mu Deok will be the embodiment of 2 Souls who had different purposes in life. To Protect Daeho and to continue living for the sake of people who loves her

Lea Aug 01 2022 3:01 pm I watch some Korean drama but rarely Love them! Esp from Hong's sister, i tried to start watch their dramas before and i drop them in ep 2 after i give them a change in 2 eps.... But! AoS got me from the 1st min till now, now it's the only Korean drama that i watch and waiting for.

I love it from A to Z, yeah sometimes their acting kinda make me a huh moments? But tbh almost Korean drama is having a huh acts or scenes, even the popular one's! Although AoS might not extraordinary in acting and direction but as a story in my opinion is one of the best drama out there! It almost don't have a not important scenes, Most of the scenes is great in their flow scene to scene and most important is AoS able to provide the answer of the question that often created when drama goes more and more deep and complex. Tbh, i'm quite shock that this drama doesn't got more love and hype that they deserve. Maybe, i think, it's because the story about a bunch of male over 1 girl is so dated right now? Or the stiffness of the way they acts is like watching some historic kdrama from 10 years ago (at least that's the way i feel)

Diz Aug 01 2022 8:16 am Not sure where all the haters are coming from, yall need to suspend your disbelief because yes, it Is a fantasy drama. Also, compare all the character's "selfishness" to history and survivalism and status/expectations...selfishness can't be weighed the same as it is today (my personal opinion may differ from yours, so whatever if you disagree, but i think many of the kdrama population are too sensitive to the often over-the-top emotions of the characters so maybe they are expecting more lovey dovey less hardships, I dont know. I did however also consider what was going through Mudeok's mind when she just took over a blind stranger, but was too invested in the rest of the story to care and figured more to that story would reveal itself (and it is). I also don't think Uk is anymore selfish than he should be, if he's surrounded by all these people in his own community that held him down for reasons they won't even tell him. I'd be a little selfish if I saw everyone else succeeding over me for my while life

Shane Aug 01 2022 6:22 am I love this series very much, i love the acting of all casts especially jung so min. She is truly a great actress. Her chemistry to all male leads is amazing! Love her.

Vivian Aug 01 2022 2:25 am For those who ask how Naksu's body that has been burned to ashes can rise again. Don't forget this is a fantasy drama. it could be that what was burned was the body of a fake Naksu. while the real body at some place. and for those who don't like the Mudeok talking, it is the dialect of a village. As is known, Mudeok comes from Sari Village. couse this drama is too much mystery from a to z. and in every new episode there is always a mystery that is revealed. this drama is very good, The writer is Miss Hong sisters. they are very detailed, every scene no matter how small it will be connected. maybe you need to watch this drama over and over again to understand the storyline. here I really like Jang Uk. besides the other actors are also all very talented. and there is JSM (Jung Somin) who has been acting since playful kiss.

I personally really love this drama and watch it over and over again without getting bored I just wish s1 happy ending Jang Uk and Mudeok. and s2 Jung So Min can join again. because already loves Jang Uk and mudeok chemistry. would be very strange if replaced.

Susu Aug 01 2022 1:45 am It’s annoying me now

namika Jul 31 2022 8:24 pm i dont even care anymore if mudeok will end up with jang uk or not, as long as jang uk happy in the end, thats all i wish. jang uk always caught up in trouble because of mudeok, and on or off screen, mudeok ( jung somin ) always seems more fond of minhyun than jaewook.

Daisy Jul 31 2022 2:14 pm @Ssib I don't think mudeok is better with seoyul because she's always too meek with him she's not always herself. That scenario where Cha beom was shouting at her assuming it was seoyul that saw that he wouldn't have said anything he would just act all meek like he always does and mudeok would be quiet too, but the prince asked her to say what she wants and jang uk would have wanted to start a fight. She always herself with the crown prince even though she's just trying to help jang uk , she's always herself with jang uk and can say anything to him.

Daisy Jul 31 2022 2:01 pm I'm really getting second lead syndrome from the crown prince, no offense to seo yul's fan but he is too goodie goodie for my liking I don't understand how some people still think naksu would come back, her body was burnt to ashes, I don't think the ice stone can ever put ashes together again. Like why do you all want naksu back, it would just start unnecessary confusion for jang uk about who he really likes and bu yeon is the one really saving jang uk if not his soul would have being shifted, bu yeon is equally important in the movie so stop acting like Jung so min is not doing a good job I don't think ko yoon-jung can act it better, there is a reason she's not the main lead

JangUk Chinggu Jul 31 2022 1:01 pm amazing twist so far, thank you PDnim and writernim; Seo Yul fighting! Hwangjanim himnae!

Ssib Jul 31 2022 11:50 am Also think that naksu is better with seoyul. The atmosphere, the backstory, the music. Seriously getting second male lead syndrome here. Will there ever be a drama the 2nd male lead get to be with the female lead??

aosfangurl Jul 31 2022 10:46 am OMG... can't wait for next week! Every week as always makes me so curious... Omo..omo >.<

Za Jul 31 2022 9:39 am It's been sooooo long, since I had my last 'second lead syndrome'. Can't even remember the last time of it though. But this Seo Yul and his quality. Oh my. The way he speaks her love in silent but with real actions, tenderness but sometimes still demand Mu-doek to love his back is just so wonderful. Really curious how the writer will clean up all these unpredictable situations, both love story and Naksu/Bu Yeon inside Mu deok situation.

Central cee Jul 31 2022 8:04 am I think I now understand how naksu switched body with buyeon in ep1 despite not knowing Maybe it was as naksu pushed blind buyeon that she felt her great power in her soul by touching her having felt her energy and planed it

dandylee Jul 31 2022 7:25 am I really love the plot of the drama ngl, but I can't bear the chem of the main leads (no hate tho').. red flag=mudeok!!!

Nah Jul 31 2022 5:58 am I want saw mudeok get her power and do fight,to long to wait that scene,love story scene,im not interest ,but scene when prince with mudeok always funny

Danny Jul 31 2022 3:34 am The series is quiet good, the plot, the twist and the storyline is superb. I'm just sad for Yul I hope He won't fall in love to the the fake Mrs. Jin's eldest daughter. I'm having a second lead syndrome right now °^°

risa Jul 31 2022 12:37 am my next theory is that someone will kill mudeok because they will find out about her being buyeon and that she has the ice stone. probably will be jinmu because he wants the ice stone so badly. But buyeon and naksu's powers are mashed together so mudeok is very powerful, buyeon will save her and she will get naksu's body back with her powers (ice stone), because the ice stone brings back the dead alive so when she's dying, or getting stabbed buyeon will save naksu and her own body

ria Jul 31 2022 12:26 am am i the only one with second lead syndrome? i really like yul with naksu, i’m rooting for jang uk too but… my heart is leaning more towards seoyul, anyone else?

Iris Jul 30 2022 10:23 pm The storyline is incredible. I'm in love with all the casts! Please have all of them again in the next season especially Mudeok. It won't be the same without her.

레인 Jul 30 2022 4:16 pm @Yeng. She speaks 충청도 dialect. My husband's hometown is in 충청도 and everytime I go there, I can always hear them speak like that.

Jonah Norilla Jul 30 2022 12:21 pm Excited for next eps.how intense,nice drama

Nraa Jul 30 2022 11:24 am What will happen... How naksu will be revealed as jin daughter.. aigooo... So suspennn ??

Lala Jul 30 2022 10:44 am Damn! What a plot twist, so naksu’s soul goes to jin bo yeon’s body?! Also bu yeon helps jang uk when he’s in the state of soul shifting. That’s why mu deok/bu yeon/naksu didnt fall to monster state, because their soul bears a great power. Wow it must be confusing to decide the ending, but I hope it will end well. Can’t wait for the next eps every week!!!

Lolita Jul 30 2022 10:20 am Finally.. tomorrow!!! kissing scene we waiting for ahhh ?

F Jul 30 2022 5:39 am @Yeng it seems you are not familiar with different korean dialects or satoori , while the story is fictional and so is the kingdom of daeho, the screenwriters and director made and use an existing satoori in modern korea to point out the fictional village where mudeok "belongs", she uses it with everyone except for Jang Uk because she can only use Naksu's dialect with Jang Uk. It may change in the coming episodes as they found out her real "persona".

YENG Jul 28 2022 8:52 am I love this drama and the cast. I love Jung So-Min but the way she talks annoys me. More specifically, the way she enunciates the 우/유 sounds are weird to me. I've never heard anyone give so much emphasis to those sounds before.

Dera Jul 27 2022 10:09 am Best k drama so far

MyDream Jul 27 2022 2:32 am @anna because in mudeok/jin bu yeon's body there is the energy of the ice stone (the only way soul shifter do not become wild is the ice stone).

Dayun Jul 26 2022 10:48 am This drama is incredible with great storylines. ML's performance is stellar. I love Jang Uk so much, he is very relatable and unique. I've never seen Jang Uk's character-like ML in k-dramas, most are so perfect, good at everything and bland. This Jang Uk gives me so much uniqueness.

Jae wook's baby Jul 26 2022 8:50 am I'm loving this drama, day-in-day-out!!! Nice out guys, Fighting!! ^_^?

Jane Jul 26 2022 8:05 am @Anna, Maybe they become wild when injured.

Anna Jul 26 2022 7:01 am Why Mudeok dont become wild while been beaten by Park Jin? During Jang Uk collapse due to poison.

이여름 Jul 26 2022 6:56 am Please let the ending be beautiful. I freaking love this soo much ❤️. Specially Crown prins and Jung Uk love connection ?

Moon Jul 25 2022 11:32 pm I would love to see jung so min acting in season 2 alchemy of soul even though she is not female lead, please director?, this drama is so nice, the story itself so nice,

Jeff Jul 25 2022 5:32 pm Please bring back Mu-deok with Jung So-min, and quit playing the love anthems when she's with Yul, terrific show!!

Xabara Jul 25 2022 1:54 pm I think Original Mu-Deok (before soul transfer) is Jin Cho-Yeon older sister.

Pika Jul 25 2022 8:01 am This was a very good drama until the the love parts started it's become quite boring. I hope that korean dramas will focus on the story more and less on the love parts . Because korean script writers do not so good in romantic writing it is mostly boring. he is in love with her she is in love with him they both sad , both quite, all the others young guys and girls are in love with the main characters. and we are sleeping.

Geovana Jul 25 2022 4:48 am I'm so happy that now we know that the Shaman is ont the Queen's body bc that means Crown Prince doesn't really have a reason to fight against Jang Uk! Our F4 is going to stay together <3

Hsjajaja Jul 25 2022 4:38 am Nobody gonna talk about Jang Gang?? I have a feeling that he actually very near to them. Maybe he shift to other body?

Ben Jul 25 2022 3:59 am Can someone explain what is the function of ice stone ?

Shai Jul 25 2022 2:56 am I rewatched the episodes twice.. ??. This is my cup of tea. The writers is very clever and very good. This one of the Kdrama that I can say that it is very well written and executed very well.

Baby Taehyung Jul 25 2022 2:52 am PDnim and writers thank you for this intricate and beautiful storytelling. This a well writen drama and excuted very well. Episode11 and 12 certainly answer my questions. The writer clearly build up all characters in the story no one is left behind. I like how each characters unfold and connected to the story. The romance, comedy, action and fantasy were integrated so well. I am amaze! Season is 10/10 for me. I am looking forward for season 2. i hope it will spectacular the same as season 1. I would love to see Jung So Min until the end of the story. PDnim and writers the success of this drama is in your hands. Pls end the well and satisfying. Thank you!

Soul Shifter Jul 25 2022 2:27 am This drama is on my favourite list. I enjoyed every episode. It's just a perfect combination of fantasy, mystery, romance and comedy. Jang Uk & Mudeok/Naksu chemistry is the best. I personally think this drama is absolutely interesting. I love Jang Uk & Naksu. Everyone worked really hard. The story is just so so perfect!

Matthew Jul 25 2022 2:07 am This movie is great

naksu tween Jul 25 2022 1:57 am drama of the year! Even the supporting characters are so great! Thank you PD and writer!

Dadang Kartiwa Jul 24 2022 11:55 pm I thought Deddy Corbuzier play as prince Go Won .. :)

Allison Jul 24 2022 9:26 pm I am very annoyed by Naksu. She is just selfish, self-centered and manipulative. Things are out of lines with her crazy stuff. I personally want Jin Bu Yeon could take over her own body. Bu Yeon deserves so much better. Rooting for Bu Yeon to end up with Jang Uk.

Mandy Jul 24 2022 6:35 pm So frustrated waiting for episodes each week. Wish they had of dropped them all at once like they do on other dramas. And Season 2? Have they even started filming? Please tell me they have. I need for this to continue. I love the world and characters they've built for this story. Even the bad guy is good. 12 episodes in and I still haven't chosen a side cause he's that good.

Oppa Jul 24 2022 6:10 pm I am starting to get annoyed with jang uk.

Rz Jul 24 2022 9:39 am Just finished watching ep 12. Simply can not picture Jang Uk with another women portrayal other than Jung So Min. Just cannot. Their chemistry is Perfect

But, also have no idea how the story will be unfolded with Naksu/Bu-Yeon situation. Can't they (Naksu/Bu-Yeon) just melt into one? Haha

Ibu ibu jowo Jul 24 2022 7:35 am omg jinmu is Voldemort's army is starting to rise.wkwk

I am shocked to find that Buyon's father is a villain.. I wish the best for Mrs. Jinn.. Don't let her soul be exchanged,, so pity Mrs. Jin's daughter..

Maria Jul 24 2022 6:39 am I love AoS so much. It has a combination of many things & genres. I love that the love story also spread to not just 1-2 couples, and of varying ages. Plus the bromance and 'fun' rivalry & comraderie between them all. Love love love this! I hope the ending is satisfying, like Hwarang.

Jerson S. Jul 24 2022 5:34 am Can't imagine the relationship between Jang Uk and Mu-deok, spoiler alert... As you watched episodes 1 to 11, Mu-deok is the missing Daughter of Jin Leader of Jinyowon. Mu-deok is dead already on Jin belly for 13 months and Jin is desperate for her daughter to live. Mu-Deok is also born by the use of sorcery, shifted soul, and was born together with the King Star born Jang UK with the help of Jang Gang. The relation of Naksu with Mu-deok is also connected that is why when Naksu used Alchemy of Soul, instead of the random lady that she wanted to be shifted, she was been shifted with Mu-deok bodies. No wonder why Mu-deok can enter Jinyowon because she is indeed the missing Daughter of Jin. Wow.. what a great story.

Laurel Jul 24 2022 1:35 am @jeri it's pretty much confirmed to be a sequel with 10 episodes. The director told about it at the press conference. Lee Jae Wook is already filming Part 2 now.

jeri Jul 24 2022 1:14 am I'm so annoyed by the fact that we're not sure whether part 2 is a prequel or a sequel T^T I mean it's good that this is not a typical kdrama where one could conclude the storyline with just a few episodes released but omg this is so stressful... If you're here contemplating whether you should watch it now, my only advice is Dont. Watch it after all the episodes were aired so you won't suffer the same stress as I do now ><

Sintetjh Jul 24 2022 12:05 am @Patrick Yul isn't that bad tho. His acting kind of remind me of Rowoon. If there is an acting hole in thus drama, it is the girl who play Jin Cho Yeon.

Patrick Jul 23 2022 10:56 pm I'm sorry a lot of things start to annoy me especially with that complicated love triangle. Too many fillers in recent episodes. Yul actor is the acting hole of the whole cast, he only has one single expression all the time with poor line delivery. I'm afraid that it might be a waste for acting skills of main leads.

myelici0us Jul 23 2022 7:37 pm Reconsidering of dropping this story after I saw some info Jung So min will get replace in s2.. Conclusion : I assumed this story end at Jang UK won over the CP

Joy Jul 23 2022 7:08 pm I feel like there’s no point to a Season 2 where Naksu will have her body back unless they want to base it on her life before Soul shifting and Mudeok(Jung so min) nailed her character, I doubt Naksu will be able to replicate that

Tata Jul 23 2022 5:53 pm When this movie has aired 10 episode, I just started to watch it and I can't stop watching. Whoahhh this drama is really truly superb fun. All characters played very well. I can laugh, smile and be blush by watching this drama. My week end become more colorful because of AoS. Can't wait the next episode.

Za Jul 23 2022 5:08 pm I have to admit that the pace plot of last 3 episodes is really slow or at least slower than I expected

kez Jul 23 2022 11:24 am is it me or just it becomes so boring....

Mithi Jul 22 2022 11:33 am Naksu/mydeok is not flirting with the other guys, what she is doing is just to stall time for Jang UK, what she was doing is getting the good side of other guys was for Jang uk's favor for as long as Jang UK is not yet completely ready. We can Say that she's also doing that so that she won't get caught so she's making excuses by flattering the other characters.All for her goal and Jang uk's goal..clearly she is not flirting like are you really watching the series..

aaaah Jul 22 2022 8:52 am i am genuinely confused about where they are going with the whole master-pupil situation and how naksu/ mudeok need to stay by jang uk's side... the whole point of the deal was to get naksu's power back while training jang uk...but so far there hasn't been progress on naksu's part thoo :(( im getting impatient. but will still be watching thoo lol

Lydia Jul 22 2022 6:03 am I can't really connect with FL character, Naksu. It's not because of the actress, I love Jung So Min so much and Go Yoon Jung too. I understand she is a former assassin who is now living in a mere maid's body. The way she has been flirting and playing with all the boys' hearts with no purpose, I find pretty bland and irrelevant here. I can't even hate her because my favorite actress Jung So Min is now playing her. So far Uk is the standout character so far, with the rookie young actor's amazing acting performance.

Rain Jul 21 2022 11:44 am Fillers means no new information, no new development, no new character. But ep 9 & 10 weren't fillers since we knew how bu yeon disappeared 10 years ago, how it is to start learning in songrim, and how the queen & jin mu plotting something. Ep 1-8 were so packed and quite fast paced i think it's normal to let things cool down for a little bit.

Also naksu/mudeok already trained him from early episode until he got into songrim. It was all bcs mudeok/naksu. He got the torrent of energy bcs naksu poisoned him. She teached him tansu. He got a duel with the crown prince bcs naksu provoked jinmu and the result of this duel is him accepted into songrim.

Anyway take a note that this is a romance fantasy, everyone. Read the genre before so you won't complain about it.

Your 112 Jul 21 2022 1:28 am I Hope Jang Uk and Mu-Deok (jung So Min) will be together. they fit well together in drama characters. I'm still curious, when Naksu's soul entered Mu-deok's body, where did Mu-deok's soul go? I really appreciate Jung So Min for her roles as Mu-deok and Naksu. However, I also hope that the real Naksu can play again to be paired with Seo Yul.

The storyline of this drama is very interesting and I can't predict how the conflict will end. Both the fantasy and romance stories in the drama are fun. the last time I saw a drama with multiple partners namely 'The Moon That Embraces the Sun' and 'Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo', those two dramas were the best in composing romance stories for their characters. Drama with couples that are unforgettable and imprint every time they are remembered.

To the scriptwriter, director and drama team, thank you for choosing the cast so well.

Baby Taehyung Jul 21 2022 12:00 am I am trying to figure out how can Naksu get her body back? It was burt to ashes. If I remember it correctly Naksu choose a different person to whom she want to switch soul but her soul gravitate towards Mudeok and they change souls. It looks like Mudeok chooses Naksu's soul to enter to her body. I am curious about the origin of Naksu and the Queen. The queen holds the ice stone. Why they need to burn Naksu's body? Jin Mu could have thrown it into the river where they threw all dead bodies due to soul shiftings. The story is not yet connected. I am waiting excitedly for the next episodes. I hope mu questions will be answered.

Hannah Jul 20 2022 6:58 pm I will be veryyyy dissapointed if jang uk ends up with mudeok as buyeon, not mudeok as naksu.

Teeno Jul 20 2022 9:24 am I came here to check the dramas rating and then checked out the comments too and saw that there'll be a season 2 and Jung So Min won't be in it and will be replaced with Ko Yoon Jung... In my opinion we all need to brace ourselves for a crazy twist in the story cos if Ko Yoon Jung is replacing Jung so min it most likely means that the original Naksu will be back which seems impossible cos her body was burned in front of everyone. Then there's the part where Naksu possessed mu deok who is bu yeon which means there will be something done about that too, cos there can't be a happy ending either way unless bu yeon was already dead to begin with and was only being kept alive by the power of the ice stone cos Jin mu kept saying that bu yeon was dead... I Just Hope I (viewers) won't be too disappointed with the change cos Jung So Min's acting is superb (incomparable) and she's the only reason why i was interested in this drama to begin with, and then comes the issue with the accent she used in the drama! will ko Yoon Jung be able to keep up with that? cos my guess is that she's coming back as Naksu and Jung So Min's acting will be used as a reference in order for the character to align with the initial portrayal of the character Mu Deok. Cos Even though she's using Mu deok's body, everything she does is as Naksu which makes Mu deok Naksu

Kay Jul 20 2022 3:13 am This drama better stop the focus on romance and give us some real action. Last two episodes were absolutely below expectation. Please don’t flop this awesome drama.

Va.L Jul 19 2022 1:14 pm The theory where Bu-yeon and Jang Uk are the reincarnation of Master Seo Gyeong and the Blind Master Jin makes sense. In the first few episodes Jang Uk was referred to as 'dazzling as Winter snow' and in ep 10 in the book of heart, master seo gyeong portrayed the blind girl as 'orchid that blossom in white snow'.

If it is the case then I guess they meant to sign that with BuYeon and Jang Uk belong with each other. Park Jin said that the first leader of Jinyowon was the one helping Master Seo Gyeong, similar to how Mudeok help Jang Uk. But I could be wrong tho...

Skye Jul 19 2022 1:05 pm Absolutely love this K drama, can't wait for the next episode, Super exited, love the chemistry, between Uk, Yul, the crown Prince an Mu doeki, absolutey charming,

From South Africa

Maggie Jul 19 2022 9:22 am Why does mudoek have this weird accent? I dont know why she speaks like that

Sintetjh Jul 19 2022 6:08 am @Alex acually episode 10 is their highest rating so far

Alex Jul 19 2022 1:06 am Last two episodes were boring and dull. I hope this series will not flop cause I was so hyped for it.

Kayss Jul 18 2022 11:26 am I just wait scene the prince and mu deok its funny,and still wait mudeok use her power. Love scene ,i was boring watch too much love scene on others drama..

Geovana Jul 18 2022 6:10 am @F reading you comment, it came to me the maybe Mudeok / Bu-Yeon saved Jang Wook because she alredy love him.

Bu-Yeon must have knew Jang Wook when she was young and lived with her family.... And maybe Naksu love for Jang Wook is in reality Nu-Yeon love

I'm ready too accept anything that means that So Min you be in part 2 as the FL with Jae Wook

F Jul 18 2022 3:47 am I think Jang Uk loves Mudeok as Mudeok, as her maidservant. When he speaks about Naksu or to Naksu he calls her his master. He always have different message for both.

As for Naksu, she is in control of Mudeok's mind coz she remembers Yul, but does not remember So-yi (her friend when she was blind). And Buyeon is in control of Mudeok's heart, it was Buyeon who saved Jang Uk. Buyeon has divine powers and Uk has the King's Star, they are the future of Daeho.

As for Jung So Min not reprising her role as "Mudeok" the maidservant, I think it's because she will now portray Buyeon, the mage with divine powers, the ice stone. The producers will not confirm her appearance in s2 because it would be a major spoiler.

Mithi Jul 18 2022 2:49 am I think buyeon and uk are reincarnations of Master Seo Gyeong and the blind girl that he loves which is also from the Jin Family.. just thought so because of the invisble love letter..

Rot Jul 18 2022 12:29 am After watching episode 10, I find it hard to imagine a second part without So Min. Her expressive eyes carry a lot for Mu Deok, not to mention her chemistry with Uk.

Juli Jul 17 2022 11:34 pm in my opinion, I think Naksu will be appeared in the 2nd season but she will appear without a real body but only her spirit. So she is in mudeok/bu yeon body now but will fight with the real mudeok, then go out from mudeok body and be a spirit.

queentofu Jul 17 2022 10:33 pm @Okay Yeah, me too. I want to see more of the real Mudeok/Bu Yeon. I thought that the scene where the real Mudeok grabs Uk by the hand during the alchemy of souls was so romantic. Haha. I understand that Uk likes Naksu and I love their interaction but a part of me somehow wants Uk to end up w/ Mudeok/Bu Yeon so I'm hoping for them to have interaction in the next episodes.

rny Jul 17 2022 10:18 pm OMG! Mu deok is Bu Yeon!! I can't wait when they are going to find out about this!! Exciteeeeedddd!!! ???

Kyla Jul 17 2022 7:54 pm With Go Yoon Jung announced as 2nd season lead female, it seems that Naksu will finally able to take over her body and lives up her own life. Unfortunately I am already in love with Mudeok. What will happen to her... she deserves her own happiness

Jang Uk Jul 17 2022 6:56 pm mu doek is jin bu yeon the lost daughter of the jin family and she got the ice stone and that's the reason why she can ooen the door to jinwoyeon

Kao Jul 17 2022 1:49 pm Is it just me or Yul looks like Park Seo joon!!!

Hui Jul 17 2022 12:25 pm This is me blindly hoping, but hear me out. I think season 1 would have a happy ending for Jang Uk & Naksu because there are 20 episodes (most dramas with multiple seasons are only 12).

So when they said JSM's out for season 2, I think there will be a new story with new characters for S2. Like what we were requesting for Hotel de Luna. Possibly a prequel. Seo Gyeong & the blind Jin girl's story seems interesting or it may be sequel with a new plot set in the future, but still revolving around the "Alchemy of Souls".

simran Jul 17 2022 10:26 am who is master seo gyeong?

Norik BC Jul 17 2022 9:18 am Wow , I’m on episode 10 on this k drama ,as weekly Netflix allows , but had to say something , it’s a super great drama , great and gorgeous cast members ,from the leads to supporting cast , Have to say this , I’m so glad Jung so min was chosen as a lead instead of that other actress , to me , her talent is so amazing that she could play any character as make believe it’s real, she is amazing , versatile , sweet , fun to watch , I just can’t get enough of her , she masters any role she plays , from comical as —my father is strange , action as in abyss , and dramatic as alchemy of souls and much much more , I adore this super super talented actress million BRAVA s to her acting , her cuteness ,her beauty and talent .

Can’t stop raving about her . Sending her a virtual hug .  I love you dear

Akshay Jul 17 2022 6:07 am Only Jung so min deserve to be Naksu/Mudaok. But drama makers try to force other actress in place of So min so I just dropped the drama from watching. It's better stop now which may prevent getting hurt in last episode. Drama AOS without So min is just like body without soul. So I don't want to see drama who kill So min at the end. They don't care about viewers expectations over So min. This drama only try to make money ?. They 1st show So min to increase their rating and once they got the they try to through her out. Cheating bast**ds. These cheaters hurt our feelings and I'm such part2 will be big flop.

Aldrin Jul 17 2022 1:43 am I was right! Mudeok is Jin Bu-yeon

Seonji Jul 17 2022 1:42 am I am loving this fantasy kdrama especially the lead actors both male and female. They all have great chemistry. Even the crown prince I can’t help but liking him. I hope he and Jung Somin will someday pair together in a new romcom drama.

queentofu Jul 16 2022 5:07 pm Just finished watching ep. 9. Now each of our leads has 2 other love interest. Mudeok has Uk, Yul, and the crown prince while Uk has Mudeok, Cho Yeon, and Yun Ok.

Here me again Jul 16 2022 3:04 pm Now I understand moedok is Jin boe yon. She is the truly powerfull than others.she is a 'crystal water' that everyone seek. That's why she can move from the mirror.thats why when the mirror was break there's a voice called an 'ice' or water or something like that. That's why when moedok be in the river she had a full power And that's why moedok can opened the jinwoyon door. She's friend has borrowed hers blindfold. And now I understand why naksu power can not be out it's all because the energy of moedok is more bigger than naksu.as master Lee said naksu's power be hold by something on this girl body. And it must be more interesting because Jang UK loves moedok and moedok loves Jang UK but naksu in moedok's body love Yul and Yul love naksu.but naksu cannot show this feelings because of moedok's power. Yes All must be cleared now I love this drama I loves all the character.they good in roleplay. I hope Jung so min still in season 2 because the moedok's character still needed. And I hope this will happy ending for all And for the prince too who loves moedok

Disappointed Jul 16 2022 10:38 am I dont get how they would remove JSM. Mu Deok she is clearly the other Jin sister, so she would still need to be in the show? No? Releasing the information just seems badly thought out cause many people watched for her and have become attached to her chemistry with the other leads.

Dr.Romance Jul 16 2022 3:17 am Even they said Jung So-Min will not be part of season 2, Im pretty sure she will still be in season 2 as a side character. Remember season 2 is a flashback story of Naksu, so it means Jung So-Min will play as the blind girl and we know theres a back story of blind character before first season.

You never know Jung So-Min might play villain role in season 2. The reason why theyre saying shes out is because they dont want to spoil the real plot. Im pretty sure plot is going to be around Naksu and the blind girl. 07/2022

ukie deokie couple Jul 16 2022 1:58 am I watched this drama because the female lead is Jung So-Min and she is very suitable to be paired with Lee Jae Wook. I hope they're on good terms in real life too because age is just a number. I came here after hearing that part 2 will have a change with female cast and I am very sad but I still wish the best for this drama.

Jeza Jul 15 2022 7:54 pm Cant wait for more episodes! Great story and cast..

Watching from the Philippines..

Elle Jul 15 2022 1:54 pm I really like master Lee character here. His presence exudes strong aura and charisma. Good job to the actor.

Georgia Jul 15 2022 10:21 am I liked the drama a lot. However with the news that the female lead will be replaced, I don't find it attractive anymore since I'm already into Jung So Min. So I do hope that she wont be replaced in part 2.

Riy Jul 15 2022 9:50 am At first I saw that Songrim's bodyguard, ithink he looked like Jang Jin Wook on Eve. Turns out my guess was right ha ha ha. And I didn't realize, that the dead king was kang yoon gyeom.

Joylyn Jul 14 2022 8:00 pm We would like to see Jung so-min in season 2 please make it happen thanks

Gift Jul 14 2022 4:41 pm Amazing I love it and the actors

mia Jul 14 2022 12:52 pm I really love this drama, really great storyline. Love the chemistry between mu deok and UK also mu deok and prince. I'm not too fond of this fact in kdrama that they often represent the male lead as godly handsome guys but present the female lead as mediocre even though in real life they are actually really pretty girls.

Just like in this drama they portrayed all the male actors good looking, also naksu as a pretty girl but mu deok average looking. i mean why?!

Nye Jul 14 2022 11:17 am Park Jin and Do Joo have chemistry, I hope they end up together. And ahhhh Jang Uk and Mu Deok!!! they have to be endgame

Doremi Jul 14 2022 10:49 am Ep 8 is soooo greattt i'm speechless

I'm not sure about how i feel if jsm will not join part 2, but i think they will do their best to make this drama interesting even without her

Hope mudeok and uk find their happy ending

I will watch this drama so long as Minhyun is still one of the cast

Ron Jul 14 2022 10:04 am Watched this for jung so min. After ep 5 did not find it interesting and i stopped watching it.

aswinkok Jul 14 2022 8:17 am This love stories like Meteor Garden and kung fu stories like To Liong To

Za Jul 14 2022 8:05 am Episode 7 and 8 have several stellar scenes in my opinion, especially when Mu-deok expressing her big concern of Jang Uk switching soul. Then, come the news of JSM replacement. It really felt like an anticlimax.

I know that we still have 12 more episodes for S1. But, I don't know, watching the remaining AOS while thinking that she (most) probably will not join in for S2 might not be as fun as before. I am not a big fan of her previously, only watched a few of her works. But, she really did a great job in this drama. Plus, I can't just picture Jang Uk with another women. Simply can't

Baby Taehyung Jul 14 2022 6:12 am How Naksu will return? She doesn't have a body. It was burned.i think it might be a preview of Naksu's origin or life. So Mudeok has 2 souls in her body ( Jin Bu-yeon +Naksu)? I think Naksu is the ice stone ( the origin of the Alchemy ). Just a guess.? Jin Bu-yeon story is not yet build up so it is still a mystery. The writers are very creative and good to keep the story not only entertaining but it also made their watchers excited and curious. Thats a good story for me! The actors we very commendable also.

Aldrin Jul 14 2022 4:31 am SPOILER ALERT! Mu-Deok is Jin Bu-Yeon the missing sister of Jin Cho-Yeon. So Jung So-Min will still be in part two but not as Mu-Deok nor Naksu but Bu-Yeon. That's the spoiler they are talking about.

love Jul 14 2022 3:08 am It is breaking my heart s2 without jung so min

Jae Jul 13 2022 5:39 pm I agree with @tonia I love the mudeok/naksu I'm used to her expressions I love her character removing her or not making her the main character would be dissapointing who will jang UK end up with

Tonia Jul 13 2022 11:58 am I love the show. You can’t have season two without a main character. I love Mu Deok/Naksu the character is empowering to all women. I cheer her on through the every episode. To remove her would be disappointing. I hope she stays.

Ge Cabz Jul 13 2022 10:09 am If Mudeok would get drop out ,I'll just pass a season 2 , to be honest ...

Jung So min and Lee JAE wook are good they make the viewer excited to watch the movie and wait for the next episode .

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rny Jul 13 2022 1:21 am If Mu Deok is not Jung So Min for season 2, I'll not watching this drama fr. I really really hope not.

Maybe Jul 12 2022 8:07 pm My predictions based on hearing about Naksu's actress coming back for S2 is that the OG Naksu will come back, and Yul will figure out his feelings/being conflicted over whether he liked Naksu or Mu-Deok, he will probably choose Naksu, and then given how Jang Uk has been treating Naksu as a mentor, he will probably be paired with Mu-Deok. I'm especially convinced after seeing the soul-switching scene with Mu-Deok and Jang Uk.

Liea Jul 12 2022 11:53 am I just heard the rumour, make me nervous honestly. What's make me falling in love a drama or movie because apart the story, direction, and production wise, it's also because their actors able to delivered their characters to me. And the casts of this drama able to do that to me, it's been a very long years since i hooked K-drama because all i describe above

"What a weird production team!" My thought when i was read they kick out their ownself chosed FM after the 1st reading.a year ago. Like how?! In at talks or audition phase, it's nothing new, but after the 1st reading?? It's weird to me. And because i'm not following further more, so...surprise surprise! that's the production team a drama that i LOVE after for long years now

Anyway, I'm enjoying so much this drama, so i'm thankful the production teams for making the characters live perfectly because they able to choose the perfect casts for each characters. Very recommended drama, you (might) in love with this drama to the point you (might) endure the cheesy, cringy, n typical the kdrama lines and scenes.

Season 2 without mudeok?? Hope it's not a final yet. If yes, i think i'll pass

Yaya Jul 12 2022 11:16 am Best series so far and tbh I love somins acting here dk if the replacement is needed in season 2. Hoping this one not turn out to be like Oh my ghost or something fall in love with person that he should love

Elly Kim Jul 12 2022 8:34 am Idk why people are so sad and annoying just bcuz the female lead alchemy of soul for S2 is not Somin again but the real Naksu. Did you really think there'd be no Modeok/Somin in S2? If I were the director, I would not make a character disappear without a reason. So, just wait and see what happens this season. I'm referring to S1. We still have 12 episodes to go tho. Can't we just enjoy the flow?

Fiera Jul 12 2022 5:02 am The rumor about season 2 is already spreaded. I hate the rumor about they change the female lead. I really love jung so min and le jae wook chemistry. I can't imagine another female lead, even she is the real naksu. Huks.. so heartbreaking.

Water Jul 12 2022 4:06 am So far I can't feel attachment to any character in the drama except for Jang Uk. Idk there's something off with the plot, or acting maybe or the chemistry even after the so much hype. I also kinda have a feeling that the writer is gonna revolve the story in the second leads soon too leading to season 2. Or maybe I'm already too worn out for this kind of childish yet very complicated story. Nevertheless I enjoy the 8 episodes but I don't think I can continue further. So good luck for the season 2 too.

Yo Jul 12 2022 4:01 am This is upsetting. Knowing Somin will not be the main lead in season 2. I Get It She's Mu-Deuk but it's weird. I already fell in love with naksu in medeuk's body. I like the actress playing naksu since sweet home but this is not just right!

Lanie Jul 12 2022 3:16 am Naksu is dead coz she didnt switched her soul to mu deok, i believe mo deok duplicate on nak su's ability even her memory,

Kyla Jul 12 2022 2:45 am I'm addicted to this Kdrama

I love this soo much! Jul 12 2022 2:04 am I love the whole cast!

Rach Mann Jul 11 2022 10:17 pm They tend to cast Jo Jae-Yun in roles where his character has a hidden agenda—often malevolent. The trait is seems is etched on his face . . . Lol!! How that came to be is probably a tale to be told?

Rinana Jul 11 2022 7:59 pm After read comments everywhere about theories and saw eps 8 got some conclusions in my opinion..i guess real mu deokpreviously is one of the greatest mage in partner with seo gyeong (songrim founder),who probably perform the ritual, and remember in eps 2 or 3 when danggu ask heo yeom the mage who already reach hwansu beside seo gyeong who can change the material, maybe she is not old as like lee rim..maybe she is locked and break the ice stone inside her body, but as consequence, she lost her sight and her body became weak...when naksu soul shifted, her soul didnt move to naksu body, instead she keeps inside her own body..one body with two soul..the body iyself contained of ice stone, explaining why naksu didnt go berserk.. and that real mudepk probably came from jin family, but she is not bu yeon...what i think is bu yeon soul probably is the real naksu itself...what i really curious is if naksu father the soul shifter, than is cho sunh the real cho sung? My crazy imagination, chosung soul who go berserk is mrs jin husband...?

Amberlynn Jul 11 2022 6:56 pm I usually never watch historical dramas but This is so good!! Like it got me to put my phone down good, so I don’t miss anything ??. Watch It! The cast is more than perfect and the chemistry is really good

Rebecca Valdes Jul 11 2022 5:30 pm I could watch this all day. the cast is perfect.The story is insanely good . kudos to the writers. Hope for more like this as best of luck to all!!

Juan Jul 11 2022 12:52 pm Everything is OK, but the girl mu deok is making boring this serie.. I hope so something change in the next episodes.

Erissa Jul 11 2022 11:29 am What is the meaning of dangju?

Kossy Love Jul 11 2022 9:20 am Episode 8 is fire,killer, it's certainly a cliffhanger Haaaaa,my best episode so far 8

Kossy Love Jul 11 2022 9:16 am The real danju is the leader of jinoyeon She pretends to be harsh to Jin wu but they are planning to bring songrim down I'm wondering why

Mari Jul 11 2022 8:49 am Is there any one beside me wish the prince to be friend with UK?

HJ Jul 11 2022 5:43 am this drama is really my new obsession!!!!!!! Somin's chemistry with everyone esp Jang Uk is the best!

JoM Jul 11 2022 3:58 am Omg I cannot get enough of this series, i love it! All the characters, the drama, the treachery and the love story....the Prince is too cool and I love his deep voice! Our two main characters have great chemistry and I'm intrigued every week of their lineage/background, so exciting. Only two episodes a week, drives me crazy to wait, but I look forward to it all the same.

IwtbH Jul 11 2022 2:34 am Waiting for a whole week is veey hard. Alchemy of Souls is one of the best fantasy Korean series. I had doubts about the main cast but they are doing a wonderful job!

queentofu Jul 11 2022 1:29 am I want a pair of those bird stones too shown in ep. 7. Ugh..it's a waiting game again. I'm so obsessed with this drama. Hahaha.

Ola Jul 11 2022 12:46 am I really love it…it’s exhausting always waiting weekly for it? Is there a way I can watch it all at once now.

Nerzilyn Jul 11 2022 12:38 am I guess Mudeok maybe Jin family's heir cuz she can open the door

Ericka Wence Jul 11 2022 12:06 am Congratulations, I’m very happy with series! Is there a book, I would like to read it in English or Spanish?

Ñzy Jul 11 2022 12:03 am @Jinji, the queen is the real Danju

Jinji Jul 10 2022 10:24 pm Wait, who's the real danju? The face is familiar but I can't remember the name of the character

Debbi Jul 10 2022 10:08 pm @Curiosity.. actually, the king is not 100% janguk's father.. king use Jang Gang (dohwa husband) body to make a descendant.. so its a mage body with king soul.. idk how the sperm will be kkkkk.. but surprisingly jang uk born with king star.. so jang uk not the king son by blood..

Curiosity Jul 10 2022 7:45 pm Just curious. If Jang Uk's real father is the king, how did he become a mage? Was his mother, Dohwa, a mage too?

Romi Jul 10 2022 6:31 pm @deokssi the idol actor here is goo tho, they can act and doing justice for their characters

Ysabelle Jul 10 2022 6:18 pm its really good, i do wish that this drama will be famous nationwide i really want all people watch this amazing and incredible drama

Anna Jul 10 2022 5:51 pm Episode 8 is an actual 10/10, what an incredible episode from start to finish.

Alicia Jul 10 2022 2:17 pm I just checked it out because I saw this in Netflix. OMG it blow me away. This drama is so good. I'm very impressed by Lee Jae Wook's acting. This is my very first time seeing him. He is very talented. I am rooting for him.

Lady Vee Jul 10 2022 1:51 pm OMG episode 8 is really the best I just couldn’t stop shouting. Can’t wait for next week

Deokssi Jul 10 2022 1:09 pm This drama will be better if they didnt cast idol actors. they cant act for god's sake. I only watch because of jung So min and Lee jaewook . they look so good together. I want them to end up in the drama and date in real life.

B Jul 10 2022 1:05 pm Every episode gets better and better. So Min has always been a favorite and she's done so well here. I see a lot of people talking about Uk's soul being taken but that didn't happen. It's amazing how the chemistry between so balanced I feel fine with whomever Mu Doek, I think that's actress So Mins ability! Really looking forward to how this progresses and the fact there is a part 2 in the future.. I hope we won't have to wait long once this season is done. I'm curious how everything will play out.

Iqin Jul 10 2022 11:56 am Episode 8 the best episode ever can't wait for more

Chi Jul 10 2022 11:14 am Such a cliffhanger!!! I am now addicted. Love the story and acting. Jung So Min is great in here. I just discovered Lee Jae Wook and now curious about his other dramas. I cannot wait for next week's episodes.

eiji Jul 10 2022 10:41 am is Seo Yul and Yoon-Ok related?

Ayomi Jul 10 2022 1:54 am I just finished watching the episode 7 pls upload the 8

Jice Jul 09 2022 9:01 pm Really amazing drama, worth to wait every episode. Hoping jang uk will get back his soul. Jung so min nailed her character so much, she is a versatile actress. More project to you unnie.

Misyela82 Jul 09 2022 6:55 pm I just finished watching all 7 episodes. It's worth watching. Can't wait for the next episodes.

Fangirl Jul 09 2022 2:49 pm I do hope that UK gets his soul back because I cant bear to continue watching someone steal his precious body...

Liea Jul 09 2022 1:01 pm It's been years i watched K-drama, more years again when it's about the typical one female lead to be fighting over her love from the ML, 2ML or other more male characters, and as i remember i never like this kind of drama. Also, Hong sisters drama's i never able to handle their cringy lines and stored ? Buuuut..... I Love This Drama! Even i can endure to watch their cringy scenes and hear their cringy lines, although it's give me goosebombs

I Love It! I Need It! I Want to watch it everday! Also, i'm okay moedeok with Uk, Yul, or prince. I love them all Esp the prince, at 1st his character not having my attention. I thought he typical ML from boys over flower, annoying stupid brat, but turns out he become one of my all time fav characters

Hope it's gonna blown up HUGE so the possibility session 2 is high. Really hope it'll have session 2 with the same casts the most definitely! It's been some long years that i really Love and following something to watch

Eu Na Jul 09 2022 12:36 pm This korean drama is worth watching, I enjoyed watching every episode. Looking forward for the next episode and I am hoping for the happy ending of Alchemy of Soul.

NN Jul 08 2022 7:31 pm If this show is to have happy endings, Naksu will regain her body and end up with Yul; Jang Uk with Mu Deok, Dang Gu with Cho Yeon, and finally, Park Jin with Do Joo.

NaksuWhySoPretty Jul 07 2022 10:54 pm But naksu is so pretty. Can they bring her back

withjoyfulsenescence Jul 07 2022 8:45 am Like how come I'm okay with Mudeok and Uk or Yul or the Crown Prince???? And whoever Mudeok ends up with I'll definitely be sad for the other 2. Hahaha, hopeless romantic me! But still very disturbed by the fact that that is Naksu and it seems the original Mudeok is nowhere to be found and just erased from existence. If that is really the case, that is heartbreaking.

Liz Jul 07 2022 8:31 am Why is this drama so good ???

Love Jul 07 2022 5:57 am Jung so min is a hilarious lady, always making me proud. Loved her since playful Kiss, I so much love this drama, and I can't wait for Saturday to come...

Love you all ❤️❤️

Ibu ibu jowo Jul 06 2022 11:33 pm this drama and harry potter are definitely different... but this drama presents a storyline, characters, places, and atmosphere that can cure my longing for the legendary film.. It's not just about magic, in this movie there is romance, friendship, kinship that melts into one drugged me.. Wkwk

btw, Mudeok is most likely Bu Jin's first child, maybe he was dumped by Mujin's uncle so Mujin's uncle was exiled from Jin's family. (But the fact that little naksu was raised by mujin is also interesting, naksu also has the potential to be Bu jin's child)

My hope for the ending of this film is that mudeok's soul doesn't rebel and take over the hero's body like the drama mR.queen.. Hopefully mudeok's body and naksu's soul can get along together..

Rocky Jul 06 2022 8:10 am Glad that they chose So Min as a replacement

Camille Jul 06 2022 3:50 am I must say Jung so min is carrying this series with her impeccable charm and versatility as an actress...but all the cast here are so adorable that i can't help but love them all. Ughh, i am totally crazy about this series i need help.

Jes Jul 05 2022 7:07 am Omg jung so min superb acting!!!!! Love her

Seonnyeo26 Jul 05 2022 1:51 am Which has me thinking, Naksu has to have achieved Hwansu or else she would end up like the eunuch Kim. But this also does mean that Mudeoki /Buyeon should have achieved Hwansu too. They should be equal to be able to coexist in one body. And if she achieved Hwansu too then does it mean that one of them also has the King's star??? There can't be just one person born in that single day like in real astrograms 2 people born same day diff hour will have the same sun and most of the planets the same just in different houses. So i would say either Naksu or Mudeoki/Boeyon has a very similar chart to wook, including the King Star just different degrees. Which meant the great soul the Master felt was Boyeon meant to be a Queen. I think Choyeon did something to Buyeon and jin mu prob influenced her. Choyeon is very shady.

Seonnyeo26 Jul 05 2022 1:34 am @queentofu yeee imagine curly baby Wookie running in his diapers while Danggu is crawling hhhh and baby BuYeon running hhh ? and choyeon annoying as ever. I suppose Choyeon was the one who outcasted her elder sis just as Jin Mu is trying to outcast his own elder sis. Like uncle, like niece.

비리빈 Jul 05 2022 12:28 am i just want to praise the writers and also te director for this Drama... Im liking the chemistry if this two actors hope to see them to be paired again... this drama is makes it hard for me to wait for 5 days for the next episode... i have so many theories in mind...... im puzzled about Naksu's Mother...but i envy the writers i hope someday i can collaborate to korean writers and give birth to an amazing drama too...

queentofu Jul 04 2022 7:15 pm If Mudeok is indeed the missing eldest daughter of the Jin family, I'm hoping that there's also a backstory between Uk and Mudeok where they also had interactions when they were younger. Hihihi.

SatyreRaine Jul 04 2022 7:12 pm OMG! i really like that Original Noksu, She is so prrreeeettttyyy and very fit to be a assassin . Really love how she do the moves and im so obsessed with the story now. Been searching for a very good drama for a while now and this is one of the gems. Keep it up guys i'll be patiently waiting for the upcoming episodes. Take Care :)

wildtheories Jul 04 2022 2:11 pm I have two theories.. 1) Real MD is an evil spirit, maybe born without a soul? The spirit killed the princess at birth + took control of her body and lost her eyes as a price. That's also why Naksu's magic chose her, since she's like an empty vessel? Uk commented how the blue in her eyes are disappearing, so maybe the evil spirit is losing control and Naksu is obtaining the body fully. 2) Real MD and Naksu are the same person. The four families killed Naksu's father while they were searching for the eldest daughter of the Jin family. I don't think the father was a bad guy tho. Maybe he found her somewhere and just took her in? While training with the white-haired dude (idk his name lol) he made her perform soul shifting bc her body was too weak. So, she got Naksu's body and she's actually back to her original body now. Idk LOL

Jay Jul 04 2022 10:44 am I’m literally obsessed with this drama!? I really love this Park Dang gu. He is really a great friend

Baby Jul 04 2022 10:03 am Such a good drama with best characters development loved how can it be funny and serious at the same time. But what I'm afraid here is Jang UK fall in love with Naksu or Mudeok when everything is going to finish? Is it going to be like Oh my ghost. Hmm I hope not

Aliainnesghazlan Jul 04 2022 10:00 am Easily my top drama right now okay but it hurts still ongoing but that's fine I used to it hehehe. Love all the characters here have special spot to Crown prince too

Baby Taehyung Jul 04 2022 8:39 am I am happy they have this in Netflix. After BP I was looking for a series that makes me fell the anticipation for the next episodes. The actors were all good. The components for this series were will prepared. I just hope the ending will not be the same or somehow similar to Goblin. I will wait with full of anticipation until the end. The characters and writers catches my eyes first then the story and cinematography catches my heart.

lolipop Jul 03 2022 11:57 am Is that possibly mu-deok body is Jin Cho-Yeon lost sister? Who knows? Arghhh I hate to wait next week :|

koko Jul 03 2022 11:20 am maybe naksu is idk??? pretending to be dumb so that no one will be suspicious of her??? lyk no one even knows how naksu really is. maybe she is really playful, she just didn't had anyone to hang out with. and it's not like she's dumb. she's sassy and a great observer-she observes people first and calculates what her next move should be before reacting (unlike y'all).

sue Jul 03 2022 10:06 am naksu in mu-deok’s body is literally naksu. y’all complaining about how “dumb” naksu is, and how ooc she is in mu-deok’s body makes no sense when we barely know anything of naksu the assassin LMFAOO prior to her soul shifting.

Mae Jul 03 2022 9:42 am I just feel like the naksu in her own body and the naksu in that girl’s body are two completely different people. She didn’t do naksu justice imo and she acts completely dumb sometimes

Princess munar Jul 03 2022 12:25 am The drama is so good very cool and intense. So love it ?

Doctorzais Jul 03 2022 12:10 am Feels alot like scarlet heart ryeo. Very good so far.

irish Jul 02 2022 8:33 pm i want naksu to be alive with her own body and she find happiness with yul. please bring back the original naksu i get hook up with her appearance.

Anne Jul 02 2022 5:57 pm Hmm,,,it breaks my heart to think about it when this series began with lighthearted -and even purely comedic interactions with naksu and jang uk and the people of Songrim,,,but a crack within Mudeok's soul and body would be the genesis of a series of heartwrenching events in this kdrama. Possibly an energy-soul-sucking spree. She is a soul shifter with a limited life span. I just hope no one dies in this. Please dont give me Scarlet heart feels, Alchemy of souls.

Nabi Jul 02 2022 8:31 am masterpiece

Maria Toronto Jul 02 2022 7:42 am A good, somewhat gender-balanced K-drama. This is a guilty pleasure, that I watch alone, when kids are asleep and my husband's socializing on a video game.

I last watched "The King: Eternal Monarch." That was fun and delicious.

Alchemy of Souls had me binge watching 3 episodes last night. I love these period K-dramas, especially shows that include any element of traveling through portals, and/or magic. Love those combos! And all the actors are great.

okk Jul 02 2022 6:37 am quite worried abt some plot holes with the soul shifting thing & the impending romance... but nevertheless it was intriguing and the fantasy genre will keep me going...

Roannie Jul 02 2022 4:45 am i havent watched any kdramas for years now, but when I started this I feel like it has the right balance of action, drama, comedy that I was looking for.

Kiki Jul 01 2022 11:49 pm The drama started off strong but ep 3-4 were a bit slow and boring. Watching with my family. But now everyone dropping it. I'm giving it another chance because the cast is an amazing bunch and the drama has potential.

Olamaths Jul 01 2022 1:58 pm Fantastic story

Drop Jul 01 2022 11:05 am Boring and cringe

chim22 Jun 30 2022 8:23 pm I binged watch the 4 eps in one sitting.. that's how I love how the story unfold.. the actors are giving justice to the role that was given to them. Kudos everyone. Looking forward to the upcoming episodes lovelovelove...

Seonnyeo26 Jun 29 2022 11:47 am @yoi I think the death of eldest Jin daughter has sonething to do with Jin Mu. She must've seen something she shouldn't have and Naksu's parents were witnesses to the morder probably... Naksu works for an organization anti mages but which still uses magic as this is best weapon. So magic trying to extinguish and replace other magic, just like alchemy of soul.

Seonnyeo26 Jun 29 2022 11:30 am Even funny scenes make you cry. When Maidservant Kim tended to Heo Yeom's wound caused by Wook and how they joked that they should be Wook's parents really, but they too uglee and Wook is too Handsome and a very smart cookie. Makes you realize they spent their life as shadow parents and pining on wrong people. And they aren't uglee actually. Makes one wonder how life goes so quick but they have not lived for themselves. Really tearjerker. My hearteuuu... my hearteuuu again when Wookie begged Naksu to say something heartwarming ? but why does Danggu remind me of V's character in Hwarang?? That worries me. Normally Choyeon would be the one you'd see the flags in but it's Danggu...l dont have a good feeling about this. He is very loving, funny naughty and devoted think he could lay his life for Wook if situation asked. And i think Seo Yul has a few secrets too, not only Mu-deok... By the way I wonder, are Naksu and MuDeok related in a way??

karen Jun 28 2022 11:36 pm i thot the age difference between the male and female leads would be an issue but their performances are great and they obviously have chemistry. each episode gets better

Cola Jun 28 2022 11:06 am I hope Yul and Naksu will have a clearer relationship just like from their past. Whoever Naksu will choose I just wish they will not make usa have hanging feelings, emotions and hopes for each of the characters.

Sentinel Jun 28 2022 9:14 am This drama should be more interesting to those who enjoy cultivation novels. The terms like magic, core, breathing technique and power levels are most common and intriguing, but they tried to make romance as the main focus, second comedy and lastly action. In a way, they did right as only romance is appealing for broader viewer targets with a touch of comedy as a niche, but it badly ruins the action-fantasy potential. Just like most dramas, they truly put a lot of budget in the first 2 episodes as there are a lot of CGI which looks decent actually, but slightly weird action scenes(gotta save budget instead of hiring proper action scene coach). But so far everything is very enjoyable overall; the casting, acting, scenes, even the OST is on point. I knew that the story would be kinda dragging since this drama was planned to be 20 eps, so I'm not complaining much. Give a try for this drama, should be at least 8/10.

Fairuz Jun 28 2022 8:03 am Last few fantasy drama was kinda meh imo but this one is so funny yet intriguing with the powers and world building. The use of space, the cinematography,the script, the costume! And look at the crew!what a dream team! And the fact Shin Seungho in this drama, love that for him!

Andy Jun 28 2022 7:28 am I have seen the 4 latest eps of this drama. The first 2 eps was 8/10 and had my attention, but eps 3 & 4 was draging with the same thing happening where the main cast being punished for his wrong doing. I dont know why they have to add comic on a serious scene like when Jang Uk are fighting the crown prince where 3 of them where apologizing for drinking mud water. Another scene is where Park Jin (the master) got his wound treated by Kim Do Jo (jang uk’s serviant), its serious scene where it can be done without comic.

Im a fan of romcom but sometime less is more, i will still watch eps 5 & 6 to decide if i will continue to watch this drama.

Its my own opinion, so some may feel different regarding this drama.

K Jun 27 2022 9:32 pm How come Jang Uk is the king son? It doesn’t make sense to me. They only switched souls not body. So he still has his father’s sperm and blood not making sense to me at all. Jae wook is brilliant as an actor. I was heart broken when he cried.

Irena Jun 27 2022 3:03 pm @ yoi , I think the star that represents the king doesn't mean the actual king i think it means a star that represented the rank of a king. Like its not linked with the king who died but the position of king. And no whether it's old times or new biologically he will be mage jangs son as his body impregnated the wife, that's also the reason jang gong tried to protect jang uk, the king just wanted to have fun with do hwa, last fun before he dies.

Huhuhu Jun 27 2022 11:55 am Jang Uk Is only in love with Naksu and not the real Mu-Deok :( i hope we get to see more of Mu-Deok and know about her story..

love Jun 27 2022 9:10 am Nice show nice actors nice acting. . Nice nice

Shaz24 Jun 27 2022 8:28 am Is there a possibility that Jang Uk and Go Won were actually born around the same time? Thus making Go Won the prophesized future King? He does not seem to be cruel or evil. Maybe will grow into a King everyone deserves? The current and old King seems to be stupid and selfish. Also Jang Uk does not seem to be the type that wants to rule...His greatest desire is to be a great mage. So an in-story worldbuilding question....When the King was in the Mage body, could he do magic, due to the fact that he was in the Mage body? By the same line of thought, Naksu(soul) is in Mu-Deok's body. So the Soul has the Power? Even if the body is weak? Continuing... if the Soul has the power and The King's Soul conceived Jang Uk, then Jank Uk is not linked to the Power linked to the soul of Jang Gang, then how is Jang Uk so powerful??

raw meat Jun 27 2022 7:10 am thank god park hye eun stepped down from the role in alchemy of souls. It was a good decision because I can't imagine someone else as mu deok hahaha. Jeong so min was born for the role!

Rosayume Jun 27 2022 6:27 am I can't wait for the next episode ?? one week is too long. I loooooooooove this drama! Amazing plot, amazing actors and amazing story! When will the complete ost be out???? The songs are amazing ❣️???

Angel Jun 26 2022 9:58 pm Oh my ghad I'm loving this show !!

Aiat Jun 26 2022 9:38 pm How can Jang Uk be the kings son? Only the king's soul traveled! To have a son you need a body and a sperm, and those belong to Jang Gang!

Za Jun 26 2022 9:37 pm I think the actual Mu-Deok already died along with Naksu's body. I remembered on earlier episode that Mu-Deok's seller repetitively told that actual Mu-Doek was always so weak. That is why, I think it makes sense that she already died after her soul being shifted, considering severely injured Naksu's body as well.

Kate Jun 26 2022 9:32 pm Great chemistry between the casts. Enjoying the series, but finding myself fighting hard to suspend disbelief. The king used Jang Gang body during the exchange of souls to impregnate his wife Do-Hwa, but since was Jang Gang’s body and sperm that was used, how can Jang Uk be the king’s son? Also, if Jang Gang wanted to protect Jang UK, supposedly the reason why he locked his magic, why let people know that he is not his son? All he had to do to keep Jang Uk safe was to raise/accept him as his son.

alice Jun 26 2022 7:41 pm @black peng: "Did they mention he is bound to bring chaos if revealed to the outside world as the king's heir?"

Jang gang said to Park Jin that the current king is the brother of the late king, so if the world knew that Jin Uk is the late king's son so it could be mean treason because actually the one who should be the king is the late king's hair, not his brother. people will be divided about who should be the king, Jang Uk or the current king (late king's brother), so yes, he would bring chaos if revealed to be the late king's heir.

Irena Jun 26 2022 7:30 pm @Ben i doubt that mu deok soul aspect will be explored IMO ,what I feel is that the show just shows that when soul shifters take a body they absorb that soul except the soul swap part of king and mage jang. I could be wrong and the show might bring actual mu deok back. Secondly, i find it rather funny that jang uk is considered kings son just because kngs soul was in senior jang's body because at the end of day biologically it's jang and his sperm impregnating the wife ,just souls are different. So to me jang uk is still biologically jang gang's son

Ben Jun 26 2022 6:45 pm Did they explain where does the real mu deok soul went to, since Naksu body already dead cold ? Or is this something the story will be exploring later ? Since we know the king and mages swap soul to conceive Jang Uk but that’s not case with Naksu’s soul.

Also, does this mean the crown prince and Jang Uk is related ? Meaning Jang uk is the older step brother (by soul) of the crown prince since the king conceived him knowing he does not have any heir, then come the crown prince in current timeline. Or is this different king ?

Kinda confuse since the king main purpose to conceive Jang Uk is to get his own heir. But how can the king still keep Jang Uk hidden all this while and proceed with his plan?

Esty Jun 26 2022 3:48 pm I really love this movie Can’t get enough of it Can’t wait for the next episode ???

May Jun 26 2022 12:53 pm It’s been a while since Kdrama got me this hooked up from the 1st episode till the 4th. Better yet, it’s only the 4th!! 16 more to go ?? I’d even replay the scenes many times. I couldn’t get enough of their chemistry with one another, I mean all of them. ❤️ I love Jang Uk and Mu Deok sooooo much, love the friends too. I hope they stay friends till the end and I hope they survive ?? Lots of love ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️ Kudos to the writer and the production team. ??????????

Haru Jun 26 2022 11:17 am Alchemy of souls and Jinxed at first are my darlings among the sea of ongoing dark kdramas right now. Cant wait for ep4!

Janine Jun 26 2022 10:37 am The chemistry is why I'm watching, it's so good.

Mambok Jun 26 2022 10:10 am I dont usually enjoy fantasy drama like this one, but this is different haha, I got hypnotized on how this was made. Hopefully they won’t drag this too much. The chemistry of the cast is really awesome.

Yul's Mistress Jun 26 2022 3:55 am Hong Sisters comeback is Real!!! This is my new favorite. Can't wait for episode 4 to air. I love Mudeok/Naksu, Uk, Yul and Danggu!!!!

Licajice Jun 25 2022 7:32 pm I really love this drama, every episode is very exciting.❤️❣️❣️❣️❣️

Ida ayu evan Jun 25 2022 6:13 pm This drama is really exciting. Can't wait for more episodes.

Mov Jun 25 2022 4:54 pm This drama is super interesting, looking forward to more episodes.

Crizel Mae Enoviso Jun 25 2022 12:07 pm I really love this drama ❤️❤️

I really admire this I'm NAOMI Jun 25 2022 11:58 am I really love this, I'm so excited!!!

House of Daeho Jun 25 2022 11:55 am My oh my....this drama getting more and more interesting. I really love the chemistry and the dynamic between to 2 leads.... They really take me on the ride with them.

All the casts are doing their parts so well.... Jung So Min's face expressions/ reactions are always priceless. I know that she's some sort of queen of chemistry...but darn... she managed to have 2 ships sailing in parallel. Minhyoen is surprisingly good for idol turn actor. To be honest, when the teaser was firstly released.... I was skeptical about him not being to act...(my apology to his fans) but darn...he's good. Now I'm looking for his scenes.

Kudos to Hwanhwon team. Cannot wait for ep.4.

For those who's still hesitating whether to watch this one.... I highly recommend you to give it a chance.

Jessica Jun 25 2022 7:17 am Am so excited for next episode 3 ?????

Janeth Jun 25 2022 4:57 am This drama is so interesting, im so excited for the succeeding episodes.

Amay Jun 25 2022 4:53 am It's been great so far in the first 2 episodes. This drama has a plot with isekai/reincarnation where u remember ur past life even after entering another body, but the difference is that u can pick whose body u want to enter and also it's forbidden in this fantasy world. I've read so many isekai manhwas and it's so weird that there's so little kdramas out there that is like this (so far dramas that i remember has done this and is popular are scarlet heart and tale of the nine-tailed). Even so, it is also very rare for kdramas to fully write a whole different fantasy country like the manhwas ive read that doesnt exist in history and make a whole different world like this. And I really like these so much! I have very big expectations for this drama.

Midland Redux Jun 24 2022 9:20 pm Well executed romance with sense of humor. One quibble. As near as I can tell, there was a young blind woman named Mu-Deok who was murdered in the first few minutes by an assassin's spell so the assassin, Naksu, could take her body. The series doesn't seem to give a damn about this poor woman. Naksu is the romantic lead and we are supposed to be rooting for her.

dyolamb Jun 24 2022 12:39 pm This is great. Even tho it just the beginning i can feel it will be more and more interesting. I want to thank whoever casting all the cast because they're all amazing!

The Idol turnto actress also good at acting! who ever complaining that it is a "nonsense kdrama" bruh its a Fantasy! they're non exist in history >_<

For me, it's a good kdrama. I really enjoy it without skip any of the scene. Lately i find kdrama have a boring story and this one is different! and because it is from Studio dragon i can ensure this will be more exciting to wait <3

dadwa Jun 23 2022 12:50 pm jung so min is 33 years old? damn, i thought she was only in her early 20s

Wint nandar Jun 23 2022 12:02 pm arin is so good at acting i love it Also loving the female lead jung somin

Lee Seohwa Jun 23 2022 10:21 am We need more Kdrama like this rather than Joseon era Kdrama. I mean I love Joseon Kdrama but we need more saeguk like this era. More saeguk such as fictional map, Goryeo or whatever Goguryeo, fantasy in saeguk would be very nice too!

Shane Jun 23 2022 9:45 am Jung somin is a great actress and beautiful. Not just beautiful but also cute.? She is perfect for her role. Best actress.❤❤❤

Reel Jun 23 2022 9:27 am Jung Somin is a versatile actress. Just because you dont swoon for her looks doesn’t mean she cant do justice on this role.

Anyway! Fighting! Looking forward for the next episodes~

J Jun 22 2022 7:15 am I would like to see Ko Yoon-Jung join Arthdal Chronicles cast, that would be so cool!!

laine Jun 22 2022 5:22 am I definitely love fantasy genre and this one umu, plus the characters. Can't wait for the next episode. If the episodes were release all at once, I will surely finish this in just one day with no break. Hopefully this series will get the rating it deserves both in Korea and worldwide. Thumbs up to the all???

P.s Seo Yul, will you marry me? ? (The combination of Cha Eun Woo and Park Seo Joon)

dezzpearl Jun 22 2022 2:29 am Can't wait for the next episodes! The plot is just as awesome as the characters! Hope it gets the rating it deserves!

Mandy Jun 21 2022 10:45 pm I absolutely love the story line and all the actors especially the leads. Can't wait for the next episodes. Wish they had of released them all at same time.

Liz Jun 21 2022 10:08 pm The female lead deserve to shine, She's the best actress

M Jun 21 2022 10:06 pm Somin acting is soo good

May Jun 21 2022 9:16 pm So far so good. The only downside is that minhyun doesn't have long hair. Oh Lord, i wouldve kill to see him with long hair. ???

Your 112! Jun 21 2022 12:29 pm Good, Jae wook and So min managed to play the characters, with a good storyline. The chemistry between them for the romantic story genre, entertaining comedy, makes the story in this drama very interesting to watch. Everything feels new and highly anticipated, with a fantasy theme to it. Ah I can't wait for the next episode, so entertaining!

To the director and storytellers and the team, thank you so much for bringing a story like this and for choosing the right cast. I'm looking forward to good works for this drama and other works ^^

Kana Jun 21 2022 10:29 am So can someone help me understand the difference between Songrim and Cheonbugwan? Like are they both clans of mages that serve the royal family?

And did I get this right, Jang Gang was the Gwanju of Cheonbugwan and he disappeared so that makes Jin Mu a sub since he is the Assistant Gwanju, and Jin Mu is also also the Danju, so he tasked Naksu to kill Park Jin in order to achieve his plan on becoming the Gwanju of Cheonbugwan

R Jun 21 2022 7:20 am So-min is one of my favorite k-actress. Her acting is superb and really portray all her roles really well. As for Minhyun, really? why so beautiful like a mix of Cha Eun woo and Park Seo joon lol. Anyway again, really looking forward to the weekend because of this drama. Hong sisters (writers) really never disappoint with all their work.

R Jun 21 2022 7:15 am Fave drama so far. Everything is perfect. This drama really delivers. Also me: why did I watch it knowing only 2 episodes yet are available, now I can't wait for the weekend.

mimi Jun 21 2022 4:47 am gorgeous series!! i started watching this for jaewook and i'm already hooked. the world-building is amazing, chemistry [and the bickering haha] between jaewook and somin is through the roof, and the plot is interesting. i have to commend the cinematography too, since it adds a lot to how a fantasy drama would get delivered. great start <33 i've read that this is supposed to have 30 episodes so i'm very excited! i can't wait for the next episodes~

yasi Jun 21 2022 3:59 am Is mudeok got Iseka-id in a different body or? Sorry I haven't watched it yet

Talisman Jun 20 2022 6:54 pm Who's this man who plays Seo Yul?? Why i only seen him now in a drama? He is sooooo good. I love how his eyes act. Also JSM is always good. Always. Her acting is superb!! I'm curious about Naksu and Yul's backstory. Already ship the FL with 2nd ML!!!

annaa Jun 20 2022 5:16 pm sang wook is back on screen and he’s doing so well <3 currently watching ep 1 rn!!

Z Jun 20 2022 12:40 pm Dear @Hg , I think the male lead is just fine tho. Never seen his work before but here the male lead did quite well. And they story of the drama is really good so I hope you’ll give this drama another shot

Baby Jun 20 2022 10:35 am The two episodes are great so far. I rarely find any Korean drama that has same vibe with c-drama and it kinda nice. Omg love it

Alchemy of Souls Jun 20 2022 10:33 am This drama is lit..... it absolutely exceeded my expectations. Never thought I would like Hong sisters' drama. Their story- telling always feel overdone for my taste.. Having those A-lists in their previous works trying to make them look extraordinary sometimes did not work. But this one seems to flow for the first 2 episodes. This director indeed knows how to tell stories. Watching this for Jung So Min and I enjoyed it so much. Glad that she took on the role regardless of all the chaos... I can't imagine anyone who would look cute and beautiful and can really act with the eyes like her. She nailed the role of Naksoo in Mudeok body so well... Managed to say all those savage line while looking so adorable... Just like what the director said....no one else other than So Min has this charm.

All the young actors are doing great job too. Jang Wook and So Min have great chemistry and they really deliver their characters..... The ending scene of ep.2 was beautifully done....I already feel for them.

Cannot wait to watch the rest to see how will the story unfold.

Agust D Jun 20 2022 9:43 am This type of drama always end with tragedy. I don't think I'm ready for that. Pass but will come back when it ends happily

Sominah J Jun 20 2022 9:21 am Awesome 2 episodes that makes me crave for to binge entire season in one go, each of technicians, writers, director, dop and all and all the actors have done excellent job, I was anticipating this ever since the rumour comes out of Jung So Min is being considered for replacement, i always have faith her her ability to perform, whether the drama succeeded or not she has chosen script carefully and that's why each of her drama is so good (I don't care if they don't get good ratings- as those dramas are really good not only because of JSM, I really liked them as a viewer ) so I trust her. And my faith turned out to be right, these 2 episodes are already promising a roller coaster ride so grip on everyone, don't watch it with prejudice because of some criticism and enjoy the good story telling, some good visuals, some good chemistries and some good performances with awesome JSM ❤️

All The Best Team Alchemy of Souls, you all deserve all the applauds.

Lydia Jun 20 2022 6:20 am Reminds me of fullmetal alchemist

Typical007 Jun 20 2022 2:43 am So good and got some funny scenes too

May Jun 20 2022 2:34 am The first two episodes is very interesting! I'm loving this drama so far. Fighting!!!

Kim Zoya Jun 20 2022 1:57 am First 2 episodes are really good. There was no one dull moment in epi 1 and 2. I hope other episodes will be interesting as well.

Uckezzy Jun 20 2022 1:20 am I have to admit that the first 2 episodes are great, I was hooked with the first episode and it's such a beautifully shot fantasy drama. It promises to be an exciting drama, can't wait to see the new episodes this weekend ?

asshyy Jun 20 2022 12:19 am Damn teaser / trailer made me curious and the story line seems interesting --- more episode please. Not to mention Minhyun good looking ah

Naf Jun 20 2022 12:05 am Only 2 episodes but I must say... this drama is head on good ! The moment a serious scene turn funny ...I'm hooked !! Can't wait for next monday n Friday n Saturday ! Do Watch !

anna Jun 19 2022 11:42 pm wow no words can describe how good this drama is! only 2 eps are out but im loving it already. i didnt expect the main leads to have such great chemistry!! the plot is also good and the cinematography too. literally one of the best ongoing kdrama rn!

v Jun 19 2022 11:09 pm Ep 1 i'm already invested! friday, saturday and sunday is my happy day because of Why Her & Alchemy of Souls :)

Chelsie Jun 19 2022 10:36 pm I really love #JungSomin's performance in the first 2 episodes of the #AlchemyOfSouls, a mixed genre series. She is indeed a versatile korean actress. She is so good in making her audience laugh.

Leah Jun 19 2022 8:19 pm Best historical drama, quite intriguing and both leads are a great job. Highly recommended ?

laura Jun 19 2022 5:16 pm the jin family women are so beautiful, I'm not familiar with both of them, had to look both of them up

... Jun 19 2022 4:28 pm As huge fan of jung somin, I would like to thank you for casting her in this drama.. she definitely suit this role really well ??

Sam Jun 19 2022 3:49 pm Omggg... just watched the first two episodes and i can't wait for more .. lee jae wook and jung so min chemistry is amazing i already know that i will love this drama.

Nezuko Jun 19 2022 3:02 pm Lee Jae Wook never disappoint! There is something about his acting that is so charismatic, it makes me squeal. He and Jung So-Min has such a strong chemistry, it's insane. Can't wait for next week...why can't they just give all the episodes in one go ?

Miguel Ángel Bribiesca Jun 19 2022 1:27 pm The best actress is Jung So Min. Her versatility, her naturalness and her charm as a person and actress gives strength to each of the scenes where she participates. Let's hope this series will be another success for her. Greetings from Mexico.

Deep Jun 19 2022 12:12 pm Very interesting drama. Spical effects are outstanding.This type of work not expected from TV drama.Leads are really lovely.Hope this will be mega heat of year.

Best of luck

Sil Jun 19 2022 12:07 pm This Is Soooo Good!!!! Honestly I never expected this drams before because the concept was too weird as a history drama. But omg, it turns out to be a good dramas so far! I just finished episode 2 and now I can't wait for the next episode. The casts is amazing, they matched the roles so much.

Ademola Jun 19 2022 11:29 am Can't believe I will see something as good as this. Among movies from Korea

Ademola Jun 19 2022 11:27 am Very good movie (from Nigeria)

AOS Jun 19 2022 10:23 am Wow the main leads are both such interesting characters and the chemistry is so on point. + A really strong setting and story thus far. 5/5 for me first 2 episodes, after 25/21 I have been looking for the next drama to actually earnestly care about, I think this is really it.

Mari Ko Jun 19 2022 9:58 am Minhyun has great resemblance of both Cha Eun woo and park SEO joon haha. Sooo damn good looking.

Baby Taehyung Jun 19 2022 9:35 am I'm happy with the 1st 2 episodes. I felt excited watching it. I am anticipating to watch nextweeks episodes.

이준이 Jun 19 2022 7:15 am Jung Somin perfectly fits the role, glad she took it! She's so prettyyy

Airen Jun 19 2022 4:29 am When many dramas with good stories that aired together, then great cast, I couldn't watch them all finally I added by seeing a promising writer. I really like Hwayugi, so I'm going to watch hong sister's work this time too. So far episode 1 is very good, really enjoy it

raw meat Jun 19 2022 2:09 am I’m glad the first actress reject the drama because Jung So min deserve the role ! She nailed it

Love Jun 19 2022 2:03 am Wowwwwwww!!!! Episode one was amazing, damn interesting...

I really enjoyed every scenes, I really worth the hype.I gave it...

Patricia Jun 18 2022 8:30 pm Hey :) do you know the title of the song that came at the end of the episode? I think it’s the OST, but I cannot find it ㅠㅠ

Vyagghī Jun 18 2022 7:07 pm Finger crossed that K-nets don't make this drama stopped just like they did to JE.

cliff Jun 18 2022 11:20 am Just finish wat hing ep 1…looks interesting…with slight comedy, drama, suspense , action and romance…this could be my favorite kdrama

Shane Jun 18 2022 11:16 am Wow!! Its amazing! Jung somin fighting?

Shane Jun 18 2022 11:15 am Wow!! Amazing,! Jung somin fighting?❤

Yun shu Jun 18 2022 11:12 am First episode was supeeeeerrbbb amazing, worth it to watch after long waiting

Jenel Jun 18 2022 11:03 am Good drama after a long time since red sleeve❤️ waiting for upcoming episodes

Anonymouse Jun 18 2022 10:29 am I wait soooo long for this drama and finally it airs! And it didnt disappoint me. Finally some kdrama in wuxia themed one. And the cast are all great, as you know chinese wuxia dramas most of them looks so fake, and kdrama look so good. So i really wanted to see, does making a wuxia themed drama is that hard so it made cdrama so bad, or if the kor ver can nailed it well, then cdrama... they're just bad...

blu Jun 18 2022 9:08 am the effects are really amazing ! ep 1 reminds me a little bit of the drama the untamed and the way it was filmed feels like a chinese drama vibes Looking forward to more episodes ! Fighting !

Aki Jun 14 2022 1:40 am Looking forward for this I love Jung so-min ☺️

PANDORA Jun 11 2022 9:58 pm The Hong Sisters?! This is about to be a masterpiece.

bluberii Jun 09 2022 7:52 pm I just watched the teasers and Lee Jae Wook does not look awkward. I can sense romcom through the teasers and his chemistry with Jung So Min explodes! I also fell in love with Jae Wook's gummy smile on Amazing Saturday ?

hansomin Jun 04 2022 10:49 pm Im excited to see arin acting and arin love team Hahah

Hwanhwon Jun 01 2022 8:07 pm Lee Jae Wook can act....and he has the charisma to carry lead role... To the one mentioning Lee Joon... I also think he is a great actor and I really love his acting... but IMO he doesn't have enough charisma to carry the main lead role.... nothing against his ability to act tho... He suits more for main role in ensemble cast. Jung So Min has this sincere and lovable vibes...she has great chemistry with all her male leads....and I can already see that So Min and Jae Wook's chemistry will work.

Ratu May 31 2022 12:54 am Waw, Hong Sister screenwriter! Daebak. Im not waiting!

Hannah May 28 2022 10:51 am For the commenter who said with lee joon. They dated and broke up so they can't do a drama together. And since u named two actors who already acted with her that means u should wait and see if this actor would have chemistry with her too. I think he's a decent actor better than alot these days especially the idols.

mfiso May 27 2022 1:13 am I would love to watch So min but I think the main lead actor is meh and can't act.They should cast other great actor like Lee Joon (best chemistry with Jung So min so so far) or Seo In Guk

dyomiredo May 24 2022 2:11 am Cant wait for Arin 1st tv drama!

Tino May 23 2022 6:55 pm Jung So Min in this and lee Jae wook together in a movie will be epic... I love Jung So Min and her acting so much, and Lee Jae wook's acting is quite superb too so I'm so looking forward to this drama and hope it meets all of my expectations and has good romance with a happy ending

Janvei May 21 2022 9:06 am I am an miracle and excited to see Arin in the drama

Mahika May 21 2022 3:37 am Another tvn drama to look forward after our blues ?

Johnclosed May 20 2022 9:13 pm Thats an amazing crew! Lets hope they deliver a great show.

Harris May 14 2022 12:01 pm Woww from writers hong sister..intresting

JaredWayne May 14 2022 5:27 am The trailer looks really interesting. The cinematography was candy to my eye ?

J8 May 14 2022 1:04 am What! Nu'est's Minhyun staring in a historical fantasy drama! This i got to see.

Jungsominfan May 12 2022 1:28 am Jung so minnn! This looks interesting can't wait to watch it!! Hopefully she gets the recognition she deserves with this!!

Santhoah Sivan May 11 2022 11:59 am I love drama soon

마릭마럄 May 08 2022 3:43 am Can't wait! Fighting Jung so min and the rest

Tulipaa May 07 2022 9:24 am Somin is 10 years older than him ??? omg she still looks so young *o* I'm happy she is acting in a big project wrote by the hong sisters

Ur fans May 07 2022 9:11 am Hiii for all actors/ess and staff especially actor lee jaewook hwaitingg. Hopefully this drama and become a favorite of many people

Shane Apr 07 2022 6:22 am Excited to watch this because of Jung so min, my fave actress!!

Raii Apr 03 2022 8:42 am Oooohhhh, Lee Jae wook! Can't waitt for your upcoming series. Saw him in Do do sol sol la la sol and found him extremely captivating. Always here to support you!

Mark Genesis Letun Mar 29 2022 10:17 pm How is this different from the drama Return in SBS before?

Lee Seohwa Mar 25 2022 1:24 pm I bet this Kdrama will look similar as Chinese fantasy-historical drama for real!

Xahra Mar 21 2022 6:47 pm Can't wait to see Jung so min in this drama

Zach Mar 16 2022 4:26 am Mi Ran and Jung Eun are the best story creators and wrtiers of the 21st century imo. I will be watching.

Lee Seohwa Mar 14 2022 3:50 am Kind of feel cringe when this saeguk was actually fictional dynasty/country that doesn’t follow real Korea historical but I hope this Kdrama will be set in Gojoseon period.

Rafiqatul Mar 12 2022 8:39 am I'm waiting for this drama because of Hwang Minhyun and now there's Jung Somin too so excited ?

May Mar 10 2022 8:35 am Wow! I absolutely can't wait to see Jung so min in this drama. I'm so excited!!!

Fix You Mar 07 2022 10:58 am Jung So Min is my favorite actress...She never disappointed us before and this time too she will amaze us with her great acting skills .. Synopsis sounds promising & her character seems different from her previous characters...So can't wait to see her in a different character.

Sominah J Mar 07 2022 10:52 am My most anticipated drama... I have been desparately waiting for this drama because of Jung So Min ?? , I am just waiting for June and wishing for it to come on the said date... No more delay please... So so excited to see my girl in a very different avatar ????

Mae Mar 07 2022 10:46 am Can't wait for Return and Mu Deok!

Santhi kumar Mar 07 2022 10:39 am Can't wait to see jungsomin in a different character.. Surely my girl will amaze audience wth her versatile acting

Love you somin from India

Hwanhwon Mar 06 2022 6:31 am The synopsis sounds promising. No wonder they had to change a female lead and called for a more experienced and seasoned actress... The character sounds complicated....and you definitely need actress with acting skills and experiences that can deliver the layers of the character.

Sun&Moon Mar 05 2022 7:55 am I feel bad for Park Hye Eun, but I really love Jung So Min.

kdramafighting Mar 04 2022 5:12 pm Hong sister ??? woww daebakkk

Anonymous Mar 04 2022 7:48 am Lee jaewook is not my fav, so does the other male actor. But i love jung somin and hong sisters writer. So, I am going to wait this excitedly for new fantasy drama from the writer!

Meow Mar 04 2022 12:10 am Omg it's actually Hong Sisters Work! My Aniticipation is ???

Meow Mar 03 2022 11:56 pm I didn't see the writer of the story!!! Its Hong Writer!!! Omggg My Anticipation ???

Meow Mar 03 2022 11:53 pm I love the leads! Hoping this story would be bearable and fun to watch since its kinda sageuk drama

Syeli Ariessela Mar 03 2022 5:18 am I can't wait??

cheskiefromPhil Mar 03 2022 1:32 am Excited of this new fantasy romance drama #Return with my favorite korean actress as the female lead #JungSoMin.

Rain Mar 02 2022 11:29 pm Finally they updated this drama!!! Can't waitttt

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Seo Family

Songrim

Sejukwon Infirmary, Songrim

Cheonbugwan

Jinyowon

Royal Family

Jang Uk's Group

Master Lee's Group

Mu-Deok's Group

So-I's Group

Chwiseonru Courtesan House

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