So, "Legend of Shen Li" finally dropped, and I gotta say, the visuals are amazing—like, top-notch cinematography. But when it comes to the story, it feels pretty familiar with a phoenix female lead and an ancient god male lead. The twist that the female lead is a half-Chimei adds a nice touch, though.

The themes are kind of like what we’ve seen in other dramas, focusing on divine beings dealing with forbidden love while trying to protect their realms. The cast, who we remember from "Princess Agent," does a great job and keeps the quality up.

But honestly, the villains are a letdown. They don’t feel intimidating at all, and their introduction feels pretty weak, which makes the story feel anticlimactic.

There are some pacing issues and a few filler scenes here and there, but the fight scenes are really fun to watch. The music during the female lead's battles makes those moments even better. Episode 23 is a standout with some intense confrontations.

I was hoping for some epic clashes between Shen Li and Xingzhi, especially after seeing how skilled Xingzhi is against her father. Still, "Legend of Shen Li" is a solid watch, even if it could use some tweaks here and there.