Nirvana in Fire (Season 1)

During the great unrest of 4th-century China, war breaks out between the feudal Northern Wei and Southern Liang dynasties. General Lin Xie of Liang takes his only 17-year-old son, Lin Shu, into battle and successfully fights off the hostile Wei army. But when a political rival frames General Lin Xie, it causes the deaths of 70,000 Chiyan army soldiers. Lin Shu is able to escape with his life with the help of a loyal subordinate. Twelve years later, Lin Shu establishes the Jiangzuo Alliance and returns to the capital as the Chief Mei Changsu. When the Northern Wei forces mount another attack, to what lengths will Mei Changsu go to protect his own people?

  • Poster for The Kirin Genius

    The Kirin Genius (Episode 1)

    Air date: 2015-09-19

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Minister Xu reveals Mei Changsu’s name to Prince Yu, sparking a race to win his loyalty.

  • Poster for Grand Empress Dowager

    Grand Empress Dowager (Episode 2)

    Air date: 2015-09-19

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei Changsu arrives at Ning manor as princes vie for him; Nihuang’s suitor contest begins.

  • Poster for Sons of Two Families

    Sons of Two Families (Episode 3)

    Air date: 2015-09-20

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei aids Prince Jing to save a boy; Nihuang grows suspicious of his identity at a banquet.

  • Poster for Choosing a Master

    Choosing a Master (Episode 4)

    Air date: 2015-09-20

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei uses children to defeat Baili Qi; Prince Jing allies with him to claim the throne.

  • Poster for Schemes in the Inner Palace

    Schemes in the Inner Palace (Episode 5)

    Air date: 2015-09-21

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei’s plan saves Nihuang from poisoning; Noble Consort Yue is demoted for her scheme.

  • Poster for Principles of Loyalty

    Principles of Loyalty (Episode 6)

    Air date: 2015-09-21

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Prince Yu takes credit for saving Nihuang; Mei sets rules for Jing’s alliance.

  • Poster for The Abandoned Garden

    The Abandoned Garden (Episode 7)

    Air date: 2015-09-22

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Xia Dong confronts Xie Yu; Mei uncovers corpses, escalating the Duke of Qing’s case.

  • Poster for A Midnight Visitor

    A Midnight Visitor (Episode 8)

    Air date: 2015-09-22

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei fends off an attack; Prince Xian scrambles to save a minister tied to the corpses.

  • Poster for A Time to Cut Ties

    A Time to Cut Ties (Episode 9)

    Air date: 2015-09-23

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei advises Prince Yu to back Jing; the Emperor appoints a neutral Minister of Revenue.

  • Poster for The Next Target

    The Next Target (Episode 10)

    Air date: 2015-09-23

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei targets Prince Yu’s ally; Jing’s report on Duke Qing is overshadowed by Yu’s reward.

  • Poster for Mentor

    Mentor (Episode 11)

    Air date: 2015-09-24

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei outsmarts Xian’s plan to reinstate Consort Yue; Jing joins the throne fight.

  • Poster for Even Without a Trace

    Even Without a Trace (Episode 12)

    Air date: 2015-09-24

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Nihuang learns Mei is Lin Shu; Jing uncovers a gunpowder smuggling plot by Xian.

  • Poster for The Missing Gunpowder

    The Missing Gunpowder (Episode 13)

    Air date: 2015-09-25

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Mei stops Marquise Yan’s plot to kill the Emperor; Prince Yu saves a minister’s son.

  • Poster for New Year's Eve

    New Year's Eve (Episode 14)

    Air date: 2015-09-25

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Mei keeps Yan’s secret; Xie Yu’s plan to erode Meng Zhi’s trust with the Emperor begins.

  • Poster for The Eastern Palace Strikes

    The Eastern Palace Strikes (Episode 15)

    Air date: 2015-09-26

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jingrui suspects Qingyao; Mei foils Xie Yu’s plan to kill Shen Zhui at a birthday party.

  • Poster for Anguish

    Anguish (Episode 16)

    Air date: 2015-09-26

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Mei protects Shen Zhui; Jingrui’s party invites spark tension with martial arts experts.

  • Poster for The Secret Gunpowder Mill

    The Secret Gunpowder Mill (Episode 17)

    Air date: 2015-09-27

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Prince Yu’s explosion kills civilians; Mei boosts Jing’s image to sway the Emperor.

  • Poster for Silent Movements

    Silent Movements (Episode 18)

    Air date: 2015-09-27

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Qin Banruo finds Mei’s secret room; Jing recommends a new justice minister.

  • Poster for Guests from Southern Chu

    Guests from Southern Chu (Episode 19)

    Air date: 2015-09-28

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Meng Zhi aids Jing’s throne bid; Nihuang is sent to the border as Southern Chu arrives.

  • Poster for Birthday Banquet

    Birthday Banquet (Episode 20)

    Air date: 2015-09-28

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Xie Yu’s crimes unravel at Jingrui’s party; his Southern Chu ties are exposed.

  • Poster for Standoff at the Brink

    Standoff at the Brink (Episode 21)

    Air date: 2015-09-29

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Prince Yu’s army saves guests from Xie Yu’s trap; Liyang protects the Zhuo family.

  • Poster for A Resolution

    A Resolution (Episode 22)

    Air date: 2015-09-29

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Liyang confronts Xie Yu; Xia Jiang suspects a plot behind Xie’s downfall.

  • Poster for The Truth of That Day

    The Truth of That Day (Episode 23)

    Air date: 2015-09-30

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei uncovers Xia Jiang’s role in the Chiyan case; Jing pushes to reinvestigate it.

  • Poster for Resolution

    Resolution (Episode 24)

    Air date: 2015-09-30

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei mourns the Grand Empress Dowager; Xie Yu’s exile sparks Liyang’s plea for justice.

  • Poster for The Fisherman’s Gain

    The Fisherman’s Gain (Episode 25)

    Air date: 2015-10-01

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jing gains power; Mei uproots Banruo’s spies as Prince Yu grows wary of Jing’s rise.

  • Poster for Farewell to a Friend

    Farewell to a Friend (Episode 26)

    Air date: 2015-10-01

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jingrui leaves for Southern Chu; Banruo plots to seduce Tong Lu for Mei’s secrets.

  • Poster for "Water Buffalo"

    "Water Buffalo" (Episode 27)

    Air date: 2015-10-02

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: The Emperor catches Xian breaking mourning rules; Mei warns Meng Zhi to avoid suspicion.

  • Poster for Next Opponent

    Next Opponent (Episode 28)

    Air date: 2015-10-02

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jing’s promotion angers Yu; Mei fears Consort Jing knows his true identity.

  • Poster for Hazelnut Pastries

    Hazelnut Pastries (Episode 29)

    Air date: 2015-10-03

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei uses a gift scandal to boost Jing; Yu and Xia Jiang plan to reopen the Chiyan case.

  • Poster for Trump Card

    Trump Card (Episode 30)

    Air date: 2015-10-03

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei enlists Marquise Yan for Jing; Xia Jiang and Yu plot to undermine the prince.

  • Poster for Strategic Setup

    Strategic Setup (Episode 31)

    Air date: 2015-10-04

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Prince Yu frames Consort Jing; Wei Zheng’s capture threatens Mei’s plans.

  • Poster for Plot of Alienation

    Plot of Alienation (Episode 32)

    Air date: 2015-10-04

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: The Emperor frees Consort Jing; Xia Jiang uses Wei Zheng to trap Prince Jing.

  • Poster for Plea in the Snow

    Plea in the Snow (Episode 33)

    Air date: 2015-10-05

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jing loses trust in Mei over Wei Zheng; Mei plans a risky rescue with Xia Dong.

  • Poster for The Right Choice

    The Right Choice (Episode 34)

    Air date: 2015-10-05

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jing is promoted; Mei and Yan trick Xia Jiang to free Wei Zheng from captivity.

  • Poster for The Rescue

    The Rescue (Episode 35)

    Air date: 2015-10-06

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Yan distracts Xia Jiang; Jing’s allies rescue Wei Zheng as Consort Jing faces scrutiny.

  • Poster for Another Battlefield

    Another Battlefield (Episode 36)

    Air date: 2015-10-06

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Xia Jiang’s plan fails; Jing is accused of Wei’s rescue, escalating royal tensions.

  • Poster for The Strategist's Resolve

    The Strategist's Resolve (Episode 37)

    Air date: 2015-10-07

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Consort Jing’s secret is revealed as the Emperor’s; Xia Jiang targets Mei for interrogation.

  • Poster for Confrontation

    Confrontation (Episode 38)

    Air date: 2015-10-07

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Xia Jiang poisons Mei; Xia Dong’s confession exposes the Xuan Jing Bureau’s plot.

  • Poster for Turning the Tables

    Turning the Tables (Episode 39)

    Air date: 2015-10-08

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: The Emperor arrests Xia Jiang; Mei escapes as Jing’s allies uncover Yu’s corruption.

  • Poster for Wujin Pill

    Wujin Pill (Episode 40)

    Air date: 2015-10-08

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jing learns of Mei’s innocence; Xia Dong reveals the Wujin poison to save Mei.

  • Poster for Paving the Way

    Paving the Way (Episode 41)

    Air date: 2015-10-09

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Xia Jiang’s confession clears Mei; Jing picks neutral allies as Yu is demoted.

  • Poster for Mei Ridge

    Mei Ridge (Episode 42)

    Air date: 2015-10-09

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Prince Yu learns his mother’s fate; Jing discovers the Chiyan truth from Wei Zheng.

  • Poster for Raising the Rebel Flag

    Raising the Rebel Flag (Episode 43)

    Air date: 2015-10-10

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Consort Jing uncovers Mei’s illness; Prince Yu plots a rebellion to seize the capital.

  • Poster for Desperate Battle

    Desperate Battle (Episode 44)

    Air date: 2015-10-10

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei and Jing thwart Yu’s rebellion; Nihuang’s reinforcements save the imperial fortress.

  • Poster for Reunion

    Reunion (Episode 45)

    Air date: 2015-10-11

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Jing captures Yu; Mei’s illness worsens as Nie Feng suffers from the same poison.

  • Poster for Unworthy Son

    Unworthy Son (Episode 46)

    Air date: 2015-10-11

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Xia Jiang escapes; Jing suspects Mei’s identity as the Emperor considers a new heir.

  • Poster for Fire-Cold Poison

    Fire-Cold Poison (Episode 47)

    Air date: 2015-10-12

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Mei plans to reopen Chiyan case; Lin Chen captures Banruo to find Xia Jiang.

  • Poster for Remaining Time

    Remaining Time (Episode 48)

    Air date: 2015-10-12

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Xia Dong learns Mei is Lin Shu; Consort Yue’s plot exposes Mei’s identity to the Emperor.

  • Poster for Unveiled Identity

    Unveiled Identity (Episode 49)

    Air date: 2015-10-13

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Xia Jiang accuses Mei as Lin Shu; Jing saves Mei from the Emperor’s wrath.

  • Poster for Sweep

    Sweep (Episode 50)

    Air date: 2015-10-13

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Gao Zhan clears Mei’s name; Jing and Consort Jing dismantle Xia Jiang’s spy network.

  • Poster for Xie Yu's Letter

    Xie Yu's Letter (Episode 51)

    Air date: 2015-10-14

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: Jingrui saves Liyang from Xia Jiang’s disciple; Mei’s allies seek a cure for his poison.

  • Poster for Five Great Crimes

    Five Great Crimes (Episode 52)

    Air date: 2015-10-14

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: Liyang presents Xie Yu’s confession; ministers urge the Emperor to reopen Chiyan case.

  • Poster for Beyond Revenge

    Beyond Revenge (Episode 53)

    Air date: 2015-10-15

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: The Emperor relents to reopen Chiyan case; Mei agrees to leave to spare the throne.

  • Poster for Farewell, Mei Changsu

    Farewell, Mei Changsu (Episode 54)

    Air date: 2015-10-15

    Runtime: 43 min

    Overview: Mei leads the army against Chu, taking a fatal pill; Jing honors him as the new Emperor.

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