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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 21, 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."
Park Hye-Eun was first cast to play lead female character Mu-Deok, but mutually agreed with production staff to drop out.

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
Park Jin	Park Dang-Gu	Sang-Ho

Sejukwon Infirmary, Songrim



Lee Do-Kyung	Hong Seo-Hui	Jung Ji-Ahn	Kim Yong-Jin
Heo Yeom	Heo Yoon-Ok	Soon-Yi	Seo Eui-Won

Cheonbugwan



Jo Jae-Yun	Choi Ji-Ho	Cha Yong-Hak	Yoon Seo-Hyun
Jin Mu	Kil Joo	Yeom Soo	Jo Choong

Jinyowon



Park Eun-Hye	Joo Suk-Tae	Arin
Jin Ho-Gyeong	Jin Woo-Tak	Jin Cho-Yeon

Jang Uk's Group



Oh Na-Ra	Joo Sang-Wook	Bae Gang-Hee
Kim Do-Joo	Jang Gang	Do-Hwa

Mu-Deok's Group



Ko Yoon-Jung	Lee Dong-Yong
Naksu	Mu-Deok's guardian (ep.1)

Royal Family



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

Chwiseonru Courtesan House



Sojin	Jeon Hye-Won
Ju-Wol	Ae-Hyang

Younger Days



Park Sang-Hoon	Moon Sung-Hyun	Gu Yu-Jung
Jang Uk (young)	Seo Yul (young)	Naksu (young)

Others



Lim Chul-Soo	Seo Hye-Won	Lee Bong-Joon	Joo Min-Soo
Master Lee	So-Yi	Gu-Hyo	Han Yeol



Yum Hye-Ran	Jung Min-Joon	Woo Hyeon	Choi Gyo-Sik	Ahn Soo-Ho
mystery woman (ep.1)	homeless boy (ep.1)	Monk Ho-Yeong (ep.1)	boutique shop owner (ep.1)	merchant (ep.2)



Jo Kyung-Jae	Kim Sung-Hyo	Kim Sang-Il	Kim Jin-Goo	Lim Yong-Soon
inn boy (ep.2)	Naksu's family's servant (ep.5)	family leader (ep.5)	family leader (ep.5)	family leader (ep.5)

Additional Cast Members:

Kwon Hyuk-Hyun

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	-	-
2022-07-03	6	-	-
2022-07-09	7	-	-
2022-07-10	8	-	-
2022-07-16	9	-	-
2022-07-17	10	-	-
2022-07-23	11	-	-
2022-07-24	12	-	-
2022-07-30	13	-	-
2022-07-31	14	-	-
2022-08-06	15	-	-
2022-08-07	16	-	-
2022-08-13	17	-	-
2022-08-14	18	-	-
2022-08-20	19	-	-
2022-08-21	20	-	-

Source: AGB Nielson

Comments

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!?????

Jonah Norilla Aug 15 2022 12:22 am This drama like "ashes of love"i like the twist, i love the history.anf everything speciall jung so min

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.

So min Aug 12 2022 9:45 am Jung somin deseeves an award. Her acting is amazing! Best acress!

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

AOS Aug 11 2022 11:49 am I love this series, Im not a fan of historical drama but Im totally hooked with this one. Love all the casts. Im now a fan of jung somin. Her acting is amazing! Shes's not just a great actress but also a great person. For anyone who hasn't warched Little Forest yet, you should try it, you'll get to know her better there. I'm sure you will love her too. She's so adorable and I love how she loves kids. She is now my fave korean actress. I lover her!

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!

Charles Aug 10 2022 11:54 am The best characters in this drama are Mudeok, Naksu and Buyeon that were very well played by Jung SoMin. She is really an amazing actress. She has such a unique and sharp range of facial expressions and she beautifully expresses all feelings or emotions of the 2 characters. My best actress #JungSoMin Dear tvN, you must nominate JungSoMin in Baeksang Award as your drama #AlchemyOfSouls is famous worldwide, it means it's a big project and it deserves a big awards.

JG Aug 10 2022 8:19 am I love this drama so much, my fave drama for this year. All casts are amazing, especially Jung somin. I love her more now! Her acting is great, her cuteness and her chemistry with all the male leads is undeniable. Its true that she can be paired with anyone! Such a lovely actress. I love you jung somin! Your may fave cast in AOS!

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.

Daeho Aug 07 2022 7:09 pm Hong sis never changed. lol Their dramas always dragging...I though this one would be one of their better work...the first quarter was really good....the story was moving...then after Uk got accepted to Song rim the story became dragging on and boring. Such a waste of potential...They focused too much on the love lines between Jang Wook and Mudoek as well as Park Jin and Maid Kim.... and it just became too repetitive and not fresh. There are a lots more to tell but they wasted their screen time on these 2 couples. Agreed with comment on Naksu's character......she's just selfish and too fool of herself.... It's so irony how she didn't figure out that she's in Buyeon's body. Like what's not clicking here? She should have questioned it since the first time she was able to open the door for relics storage. No hates for the actors and actresses tho... They all did very well especially Jung So Min....The way she acts with her eyes is really amazing. On the high note, her chemistry with other characters was very impressive.Not very with just the 3 guys but also with other characters too. Just the way they designed Naksu's character doesn't make sense and too many contradictions within her character. She's supposed to be smart/well-trained/well-rounded....but they make her unnecessary stupid and not questioning anything about a person she believed she shifted her soul into.

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.

Jonah Norilla Aug 07 2022 10:14 am This drama made me crazy,cant wait eps.17,

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).

Jonah Norilla Aug 07 2022 8:09 am I know mudeok father is jang gang,mudeok is only one powerful mage,power of jang,and jin plus naksu,i hope the truth will reveal at eps,16. That mudeok is buyeon.nice plot and cant wait to see jang gang ,mudeok taher.

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.

Yangil Aug 05 2022 11:26 am When will part 2 will air? After part 1 ended or...?

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.

Hwanhwon Jul 31 2022 6:11 pm Naksu character is just selfish and so fool of herself. She was going to kill one innocent young lady and took her body if Bu Yeon (Mudeok) did not suck her soul in and saved that girl's life.She always blames Mudeok body for being weak not knowing that Mudoek is actually way more powerful than her. And how she thinks she gained her power back but it was actually Bu Yeon's power. And all these trouble she has been causing just to help Jang Uk so that she could gain her power back. Like really? And Jang Uk didnt feel that was wrong doing that Naksu killed innocent person and shifted her soul in the body just to save her life. I really want Bu Yoen to come out.... Jang UK is another character that is another selfish one....all he cares about is himself and his girl regardless the chaos it will bring.

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....

Mudoek Jul 22 2022 8:18 pm Naksu character is indeed selfish. I guess that why they casted adorable face for the role so that viewers don't hate the character. lol Naksu originally agreed to help Jang UK not because she cared about him but because he wanted to use him to push her power. It just that now the fact that UK did everything mainly to protect her from getting caught seeping into her heart. And it sways her. My thing is I just don't support the fact that Naksu shifted soul with other just so that she can survive... like where is your moral standard? Then Uk fell for her and agreed that it's okay to shift soul if it saves life... like hello? You basically kill innocent person here just to save your life.... I'm not okay with this. I'm still watching tho.... I'm a big fan of Jung So Min's acting and she shows another spectrum of her acting skill in this drama. She nailed Mudoek/Naksu role making it likeable......Like instead of hating selfish naksu....everyone wants to be Mudoek and have oozing moments with Daeho boys. lol

So I gathered Bu Yeon/Mudoek actually knows how to cast spell ( according to ppl from Jin family).... all these powers that Naksu think it's hers gaining back her power might be belong to Bu Yeon....I think it might actually be Bu Yeon/ Mudoek herself who sucked Naksu's soul into her body in order to save another girl chosen by Naksu in the first ep.

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,

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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

Emma Jul 06 2022 5:37 am Great series, great actor. I am happy he chose this drama

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

hana Jun 21 2022 10:09 am ML is so charismatic sometimes I repeat his moments, his expressions are just priceless. The girl is good too, I like the chemistry

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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Songrim

Sejukwon Infirmary, Songrim

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Jang Uk's Group

Mu-Deok's Group

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