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A female general with a gentle appearance but a strong inner spirit, and a male general with a cold exterior and internal but with stronger martial prowess. The two join forces to combat deceit, assist the weak, and eliminate external threats.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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A female general with a gentle appearance but a strong inner spirit, and a male general with a cold exterior and internal but with stronger martial prowess. The two join forces to combat deceit, assist the weak, and eliminate external threats.
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Episode 1
He Yan returns home victorious after many years at war. Her father makes an outrageous request. Xiao Jue fails to defend his father's honor.
Guest stars Zhang Yiwen, Tan Kai, Zhang Yanyan, Shan Ren, Zheng Guolin, Hou Changrong, Gao Mingchen, Han Dong
Episode 2
Years before achieving glory, He Yan donned a mask to enter Xianchang Academy. Now, she enlists at a garrison — but can she hide that she's a woman?
Guest stars Hou Changrong, Han Dong, Zhang Gong, Miao Weilun, Jiang Zhenyu, Zhang Yilong, Pang Zhenqi, Liu Jun
Episode 3
After a brief scuffle in the hot springs, He Yan escapes, but not without rousing Xiao Jue's suspicions. He orders Shen Han to spread rumors.
Guest stars Zhang Gong, Miao Weilun, Zhang Yilong, Pang Zhenqi, Liu Jun, Wu Hao, Fan Linfeng, Ruan Shengwen
Episode 4
He Yan receives ointment — the same Xiao Jue once gave her at Xianchang Academy — but she's too focused on joining the elite battalion to notice.
Guest stars Hou Changrong, Gao Mingchen, Miao Weilun, Zhang Yilong, Pang Zhenqi, Liu Jun, Wu Hao, Fan Linfeng
Episode 5
Xiao Jue learns Sun Xiangfu is delaying rations and decides to confront the magistrate. During the flag contest, He Yan's team faces Lei Hou's.
Guest stars Gao Mingchen, Miao Weilun, Zhang Yilong, Liu Jun, Wu Hao, Fan Linfeng, Ruan Shengwen, Fan Yining
Episode 6
Frustrated and upset about not making it into the battalion, He Yan gets drunk, barges into Xiao Jue's tent and causes a ruckus.
Guest stars Tan Kai, Miao Weilun, Zhang Yilong, Liu Jun, Wu Hao, Fan Linfeng, Ruan Shengwen, Fan Yining
Episode 7
He Yan tails Ding Yi to Wanhua Pavilion, unaware that Xiao Jue is following close behind. Inside, she disguises herself as a dancer and ends up on stage.
Guest stars Gao Mingchen, Ashin Shu, Jiang Chao
Episode 8
Sun Chuanfu tries to get news about the prime minister from Chu Zhao. Xiao Jue visits the Sun residence to ask about the military funds and rations.
Guest stars Gao Mingchen, Miao Weilun, Ashin Shu, Jiang Chao, Sun Zijun
Episode 9
Yingxiang reports her findings to Chu Zhao, who tells her to continue trailing Xiao Jue. Meanwhile, Ding Yi doubts He Yan is truly blind and tests her.
Guest stars Gao Mingchen, Miao Weilun, Jiang Chao
Episode 10
He Yan sets out to seek justice for the murdered women, only to find the commander has already launched a secret investigation.
Guest stars Miao Weilun, Ashin Shu, Jiang Chao, Ma Ding, Cui Yixin
Episode 11
As He Yan analyzes the Sun Xiangfu case, she suspects He Rufei is tied to the Battle of Mingshui. Later, her squad drags her to the hot springs.
Guest stars Hou Changrong, Miao Weilun, Jiang Zhenyu, Zhang Yilong, Liu Jun, Wu Hao, Fan Linfeng
Episode 12
He Yan suspects Hu Yuanzhong is a foreign spy but can't confirm it. After a masked assassin attacks, she finds Ma Damei dead and becomes the main suspect.
Guest stars Zhang Yilong, Liu Jun, Wu Hao, Fan Linfeng, Ruan Shengwen, Fan Yining, Wei Wei, Feng Mingjing
Episode 13
Shen Han arrives, guilt-ridden, and apologizes, revealing that He Yan gave him the defense map, which raises the commander's suspicions again.
Guest stars Miao Weilun, Ruan Shengwen, Fan Yining, Cao Jiaxu, Ji Chen
Episode 14
He Yan buys Xiao Jue a new zither to replace the one she broke. Chu Zhao visits the camp and invites He Yan for drinks, making Xiao Jue jealous.
Guest stars Zhang Yiwen, Zhang Yanyan, Shan Ren, Hou Changrong, Miao Weilun, Wu Hao, Ji Chen
Episode 15
To chase a lead, Xiao Jue heads to Jiyang under a fake identity and asks He Yan to pose as his wife. Will real romance blossom from this act?
Guest stars Miao Weilun, Zhang Lei
Episode 16
As Xu Jingfu reveals the secret tunnel to the Uto, Cheng Lisu takes Xiao Jue's group shopping, where Miss Yan vies with He Yan for the commander's favor.
Guest stars Hou Changrong, Miao Weilun, Ji Chen, Zhang Lei, Dong Yan, Pan Xinyi, Yao Zhen, Wan Meixi
Episode 17
Everyone searches for Chai Anxi, who barely escapes. At the Water God Festival, He Yan eyes a grand prize and coaxes Xiao Jue to win it for her.
Guest stars Miao Weilun, Zhang Lei, Dong Yan, Yao Zhen, Wan Meixi
Episode 18
After spending the night together on a houseboat, He Yan and Xiao Jue spot signs of Uto activity. They follow a trail and witness a kidnapping.
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Episode 19
Xiao Jue and He Yan navigate shifting alliances in Jiyang as a Wutuo threat looms and the city braces for an impending battle.
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Episode 20
The Wutuo army launches a fierce attack. Led by Xiao Jue, the Jiyang army bravely defends their city while He Yan accepts a risky mission.
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Episode 21
He Yan's bravery gains newfound popularity among the noblewomen. Chai Anxi's revelation raises new suspicions about He Rufei's alliances.
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Episode 22
A former romance complicates Xiao Jue's reunion with an old friend. He Yan's past comes to light, revealing her ties to the Xiao Army.
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Episode 23
Xiao Jue and He Yan navigate a strained relationship following her revelation. He Rufei schemes to eliminate those who threaten his position.
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Episode 24
An unjust punishment threatens to drive a wedge between Xiao Jue and He Yan. A tragic loss pushes grief-stricken He Yan to seek revenge.
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Episode 25
He Yan and her friends set off for Rundu to stop the Wutuo forces. With the troops at the gates, can Li Kuang defend the city against an attack?
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Episode 26
He Yan and Xiao Jue unite to rally Rundu's garrison against the Wutuo forces, striving to protect the city from threats outside and within its walls.
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Episode 27
Eager to uncover the truth, He Yan and Xiao Jue plan to visit the capital. Chu Zhao uncovers a treasonous collusion. He Rufei's lies catch up with him.
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Episode 28
Chu Zhao must navigate Xu Jingfu's manipulations and Xu Pinging's provocations. As He Yan and Xiao Jue approach the capital, they encounter assassins.
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Episode 29
Xu Pingting exposes He Yan's secret, sparking a public confrontation with He Rufei and revealing Xiao Jue's hidden loyalties.
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Episode 30
Xu Pingting exposes He Yan's secret, sparking a public confrontation with He Rufei and revealing Xiao Jue's hidden loyalties.
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Episode 31
After retrieving evidence, He Yan has an unexpected reunion. Xiao Jue's confrontation with Xu Jingfu fractures an enemy alliance — but at a cost.
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Episode 32
He Yan confronts He Rufei with proof of his crimes. Xu Jingfu's allies use an opportunity to strike, forcing Xiao Jue to act fast.
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Episode 33
The Emperor rewards He Yan, but her victory comes at a price. Chu Zhao makes a calculated decision that has severe consequences.
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Episode 34
With their friends engaged, He Yan and Xiao Jue must confront their feelings — until a rival sways the Emperor, forcing Xiao Jue to choose: duty or love.
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Episode 35
The Emperor demands He Yan go against her heart, but she refuses. Xiao Jue must protect the one he loves as the enemies close in.
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Episode 36
With the army divided on multiple fronts, He Yan and Xiao Jue rush to help their allies, but a fatal delay could lead to a catastrophic loss.
Where to watch Legend of the Female GeneralEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
Zhou YeHe Yan
Ryan ChengXiao Jue
Zhang KangleChu Zhao
Zhang MiaoyiSong Taotao
Li QingCheng Lisu
Bai ShuHe Rufei
Rao JiadiYing Xiang
Zhang YiwenYoung He Yan
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