Sword Dynasty
Original Title：剣王朝
Languages:
- English: Sword Dynasty
- Chinese: 剑王朝
- Japanese: 剣王朝
"Sword Dynasty" is a Chinese web novel created by Wu Zui, set in the late Warring States period. It tells the story of Ding Ning, a young man who rises amidst chaos to overthrow the powerful Heng Kingdom and avenge his master Liang Jingmeng. Despite suffering from a chronic illness, Ding Ning possesses extraordinary martial arts skills and wisdom. He forms alliances with various heroes, creating the Sword Dynasty to ultimately confront the King of Heng. The novel has been adapted into both an animated series and a live-action drama, with the latter starring Li Xian and Li Yitong and released in 2019 under the title "Sword Dynasty: Snow in the Chaotic World". The series combines elements of wuxia, political intrigue, and romance, showcasing Ding Ning's journey from an ordinary youth to a legendary hero.