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Chinese drama enthusiasts rejoice! GMA FantaSeries is finally indulging in your curiosity about the golden age of Chinese arts and culture with a new fantasy series coming this May 22, 2023.

An Oriental Odyssey is a historical fantasy drama that centers around the unexpected friendship that will be formed between Ye Yuan An (Janice Wu), Mu Le (Zheng Ye Cheng), and Zhao Lan Zhi (Zhang Yu Jian).

Ye Yuan An, the kind and stubborn eldest daughter of the Assistant Minister of Revenue, meets poor amnesiac Mu Le and genuinely helps him out by buying him off and making him her family's servant. Because of this, the two will build an unexpected friendship and start to rely on each other.

Together, they will meet Zhao Lan Zhi, a wise and intelligent general who will help them solve crimes and seek justice for the people in their neighborhood.

If you're still reluctant to watch this Chinese fantasy drama, here are a few more reasons that will finally convince you to give it a try.

1. The jampacked fighting scenes

An Oriental Odyssey is packed with action-fighting scenes that will make you root for the main characters more. None of them condone violence instead they are protecting those who are victims of injustice by the corrupt and greedy highborns.

2. The soft and gentle friendship

An Oriental Odyssey is also famous for portraying one of the best TV series friendships ever. The friendship between Ye Yuan An, Mu Le, and Zhao Lan Zhi is also one of the reasons why people stuck by the series until the end.

3. The enticing plot and shocking twists

On the surface, An Oriental Odyssey seems like every other Chinese drama except it isn't. There are tons of underlying stories to unravel in this TV show and a lot of plot twists you wouldn't see coming.

4. The life lessons it comes with

An Oriental Odyssey is not only packed with stunning visuals and an enticing plot, but it also introduces kids to the concept of genuine kindness and fighting for what is right.

5. The talented and attractive lineup of actors

An Oriental Odyssey stars famous Chinese actors Janice Wu, Zheng Ye Cheng, and Zhang Yu Jian. They are recognized across China for their impeccable acting skills. With them taking on the lead roles for this show, you're sure to be in for a treat.