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| 6 things to know before watching 'Arthdal Chronicles: The Sword of Aramoon' |
Introduction and Summary of the Previous Series 'Arthdal Chronicles':
'Arthdal Chronicles' is a fantasy epic set against the backdrop of a fictional continent called 'Arth.' It is a 17-episode series that aired on tvN from June 1 to September 22 in 2019. The series is divided into three parts, with Kim Young-hyun and Park Sang-yeon as the screenwriters and Kim Won-seok as the director.
The story takes place in a fantasy world inspired by ancient Korea and revolves around key characters like Tagon, Eunseom, Tanya, Taalha, and Saya, representing three different races: humans, Neanthal (a mysterious and powerful race), and Igutu (a mixed race of humans and Neanthals). They are embroiled in a war for control over a unified nation.
Hidden within Arthdal is a prophecy that says, "Three children with the symbols of a sword, a bell, and a mirror will be born on the same day at the same time and eventually bring about the end of the world." These children are Eunseom, Tanya, and Saya.
Eunseom and Saya's mother, Asahon, loses her husband by Tagon, who seeks to exterminate the Neanthal race, and Saya is taken away. Fleeing with Eunseom, Asahon seeks refuge in the village of the Wahan tribe. There, Eunseom encounters Tanya, a Wahan girl. However, Arthdal invades, and Tanya is captured and enslaved by Arthdal. Eunseom escapes and makes a promise to rescue Tanya at all costs. To conceal his identity as an Igutu, Tagon of Arthdal is ruling with tyranny.
The Production Team of 'The Sword of Aramoon':
'Arthdal Chronicles: The Sword of Aramoon' is written by Kim Young-hyun and Park Sang-yeon, with Kim Kwang-sik serving as the director. The series began airing on September 9, 2023, and consists of 12 episodes, with episodes airing on Saturdays and Sundays at 9:20 PM on tvN.
What Is 'The Sword of Aramoon'? Background:
'The Sword of Aramoon' is a sequel that continues the fateful stories of Tagon, Eunseom, Tanya, Taalha, and Saya from 'Arthdal Chronicles.' Set eight years after the events of the previous series, King Tagon, the conqueror of Arthdal with ambitions to unify the entire continent, returns after quelling a rebellion. He now faces a decisive battle against the legendary figure Eunseom, who unified the Ago tribe. Meanwhile, Tanya, who once was a slave and now wields significant power as the High Priestess of Arthdal.
Brief Introduction to Key Characters:
- Tagon (Jang Dong-gun): The founding king of Arthdal who must firmly maintain his rule amidst conflicts with Queen Taalha, the fierce General Saya, and the High Priest Tanya.
- Eunseom (Lee Joon-gi): A mixed-blood Igutu, leader of the faceless Ago tribe, and a figure of fear among his enemies.
- Tanya (Shin Se-kyung): The High Priestess of Arthdal who aims to dethrone King Tagon.
- Taalha (Kim Ok-vin): Queen Taalha, who harbors ambitions of making her son Arrok the king, faces competition from Saya.
- Saya (Lee Joon-gi): Eunseom's twin, Tagon's adopted son, and the military leader of Arthdal who must prove himself as the heir in the upcoming war.
Casting Changes in 'The Sword of Aramoon': In 'Arthdal Chronicles:
The Sword of Aramoon,' Lee Joon-gi replaces Song Joong-ki as Eunseom, and Shin Se-kyung replaces Kim Ji-won as Tanya. Notably, Lee Si-woo, known for his role in 'Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area,' joins the cast as Neanthal Nunbyeol .
Where to Watch 'The Sword of Aramoon':
'The Sword of Aramoon' and its predecessor 'Arthdal Chronicles' can be watched on various streaming platforms including TVING(South Korea), Netflix, and Disney+ (Disney Plus).
