Michelle Topham 
Chinese Title: 华山论剑之九阴真经 (Huà Shān Lùn Jiàn Zhī Jiǔ Yīn Zhēn Jīng)
English Title: Duel on Mount Hua: Nine Yin True Sutra
Also Known As: Jin Yong Wuxia Universe: Nine Yin True Sutra; The Legend of Heroes: Nine Yin True Sutra
Genre: Wuxia, Martial Arts, Historical, Action, Drama
Episodes: 8
Director: Wen De Guang, Tsai Yueh Hsun
Screenwriters: Cheng Ting Yu
Original Work: Adapted from the wuxia novels of Jin Yong, primarily The Legend of the Condor Heroes
Production Companies: Tencent Penguin Pictures
Plot Synopsis
Duel on Mount Hua: Nine Yin True Sutra is a wuxia martial arts drama set in the legendary jianghu world created by Jin Yong. The story revolves around the origins, secrets, and deadly allure of the Nine Yin True Sutra, a powerful martial arts manual coveted by warriors across the martial arts world.
As factions and masters struggle for dominance, rivalries deepen among legendary martial artists, including future icons such as Huang Yaoshi, Ouyang Feng, Duan Zhixing, Hong Qigong, and Wang Chongyang. Their ambitions, loyalties, and personal conflicts shape the balance of power in the jianghu.
At the heart of the story lies the struggle between righteousness and ambition. Some seek the Nine Yin True Sutra to protect the martial world, while others pursue it for power and control. Betrayal, forbidden techniques, and emotional entanglements complicate their paths as martial artists forge alliances, confront inner demons, and determine their destinies.
As tensions culminate in the legendary Duel on Mount Hua, the fate of the martial arts world hangs in the balance, and the true meaning of strength, honor, and legacy is put to the ultimate test. This arc helps lay the foundation for the rise of the Five Great Masters and the events that define Jin Yong’s broader wuxia universe.
Main Cast & Characters
Lead Cast
Meng Zi Yi as Mei Chaofeng
He Yu as Chen Xuanfeng
Supporting Cast
Gao Wei Guang as Ouyang Feng
Peter Ho as Duan Zhixing
Ming Dao as Hong Qigong
Ye Zu Xin as Lu Cheng Feng
Dai Xiang Yu as Qu Ling Feng
Xie Hong Xin as Wu Mian Feng
Xu Zhe as Ke Bi Xie
Ji Chen as Xue Qing Yi
Tian Lei as Zhou Bo Tong
Li Dong Heng as Qiu Yun Heng
Chen Du Ling as Feng Heng
Zhou Yi Wei as Huang Yao Shi
Production Details
Original Novel – Based on the classic wuxia works of Jin Yong, particularly The Legend of the Condor Heroes, which form the foundation of one of the most influential martial arts universes in Chinese literature and television.
Production Companies – Produced by Tencent Penguin Pictures as part of the large-scale Jin Yong Wuxia Universe project, which adapts interconnected stories featuring iconic martial artists and legendary events.
Connected Universe – This drama is one arc within the broader Duel on Mount Hua storyline, which explores the origins and rivalries of the Five Great Masters and the martial arts conflicts surrounding the Nine Yin True Sutra.
Episodes & Airing
Total Episodes: 8
Episode Length: 45 minutes
First Aired / Premiere: July 26, 2025
Final Episode: August 2025
Original Platform: Tencent Video
Where to Watch
China – Tencent Video. Official streaming platform and primary broadcaster of the Jin Yong Wuxia Universe adaptations.
International Platforms – WeTV. Available in select regions with multilingual subtitle support.
Availability may vary depending on licensing and regional distribution.
Why It’s Worth Watching
Legendary Source Material – Adapted from Jin Yong’s iconic wuxia novels, the series brings one of the most influential martial arts stories to life with modern production quality.
Iconic Characters and Origins – Explores the early lives, rivalries, and relationships of the legendary Five Great Masters, providing deeper insight into their motivations and legacies.
Expansive World-Building – As part of the Jin Yong Wuxia Universe, the drama contributes to a richly interconnected martial arts world filled with history, mythology, and political intrigue.
High-Quality Production – Backed by Tencent Penguin Pictures, the series features strong direction, detailed costumes, and visually compelling martial arts sequences.
Compelling Themes – Blends martial arts action with emotional storytelling, exploring ambition, loyalty, love, betrayal, and the moral cost of power.
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