Michelle Topham 
Chinese Title: 华山论剑之东邪西毒 (Huà Shān Lùn Jiàn Zhī Dōng Xié Xī Dú)
English Title: Duel on Mount Hua: Eastern Heretic and Western Venom
Also Known As: Jin Yong Wuxia Universe: Eastern Heretic and Western Venom
Genre: Wuxia, Martial Arts, Historical, Action, Drama
Episodes: 8
Director: Xu Bing
Screenwriters: Xu Bing, Li Hai Shu, Huang Yan Wei
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: Eastern Heretic and Western Venom explores the origins and rivalry between two of the most feared and respected martial artists in the jianghu: Huang Yaoshi, the Eastern Heretic, and Ouyang Feng, the Western Venom.
Huang Yaoshi is an eccentric genius and master martial artist who lives according to his own moral code, valuing intellect and emotional loyalty above traditional conventions. In contrast, Ouyang Feng is ruthless, ambitious, and driven by an obsessive desire to become the strongest martial artist in the world.
As both men pursue mastery and knowledge, their paths intersect through alliances, betrayals, and personal tragedies. Their rivalry intensifies as they compete for influence, martial supremacy, and access to the legendary Nine Yin True Sutra.
Through their journeys, both warriors experience love, loss, and personal transformation, shaping their identities and destinies as future legends of the martial arts world.
Main Cast & Characters
Lead Cast
Zhou Yi Wei as Huang Yaoshi
Gao Wei Guang as Ouyang Feng
Chen Duling as Feng Heng
Luo Qiu Yun as Dan Min
Supporting Cast
Huang Yi as Lin Chao Ying
Liu Zhi Yang as Wang Chong Yang
Wang Jin Song as Feng You Lan
Yin Zhu Sheng as Hu Qian Shou
Lian Yi Ming as Chai Yi
Xu Jun Cong as Chai Qiong
Zhu Jun Lun as Hu Bai Li
Production Details
Original Novel – Based on Jin Yong’s classic wuxia novel The Legend of the Condor Heroes, which helped define modern martial arts storytelling.
Production Companies – Produced by Tencent Penguin Pictures as part of the Jin Yong Wuxia Universe, an interconnected series of martial arts dramas.
Connected Universe – This arc focuses on the rivalry between two future Great Masters, expanding the mythology and character histories within the broader Duel on Mount Hua storyline.
Episodes & Airing
Total Episodes: 8
Episode Length: 45 minutes
First Aired / Premiere: July 31st, 2025
Final Episode: July 31st, 2025
Original Platform: Tencent Video
Where to Watch
China – Tencent Video. Official streaming platform.
International Platforms – WeTV. Available in select regions with subtitles.
Why It’s Worth Watching
Iconic Rivalry – Explores the origins of one of wuxia’s most legendary rivalries.
Complex Characters – Presents layered emotional and psychological character development.
Martial Arts Excellence – Features dynamic martial arts choreography and action sequences.
Rich Storytelling – Expands the mythology of Jin Yong’s martial arts universe.
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