It's a stunning movie in any way you look at it.
It's not traditional Wuxia as fight scenes are quite realistic and choreographed by people who know what they are doing. Story, acting, scenery/CGI have high cinematic value .
It seems this is a first in a series but luckily there is no cliffhanger.
My only complaint and the reason for not giving it a higher score is killing off some characters who could have been crucial part of future movies (if there is any).
Definitely worth two hour of your time if you are in to ancient China content.