7 Recommendations for Exciting Fantasy Donghua with Thrilling Plots

Kapanlagi.com - Donghua, or animation from China, is becoming increasingly popular among animation fans worldwide. With unique stories, interesting characters, and stunning animation quality, donghua can compete with animations from other countries. Various genres from action, fantasy, to comedy can be found in this list.

If you are looking for donghua with exciting and action-packed storylines, here are the seven best recommendations. Each donghua in this list has its own uniqueness, ranging from magical worlds, strategic battles, to tales of friendship with spirits.

Let's dive right in and check out the following list of the best fantasy donghua recommendations.

1. FULL-TIME MAGISTER (QUANZHI FASHI) (2016)

FULL-TIME MAGISTER (QUANZHI FASHI) (credit: myanimelist)

This donghua tells the story of Mo Fan, a poor young man who manages to enter a prestigious magic school. However, due to his low social status, he is often looked down upon by his peers. Unexpectedly, Mo Fan discovers that he possesses a rare ability to master both fire and lightning elements simultaneously.

FULL-TIME MAGISTER has 12 episodes with a duration of about 18 minutes per episode. With a rating of 7.18/10 on MyDramaList, this donghua is perfect for those who enjoy stories of struggle and strong character development. The stunning animation and intense magical battles make this donghua worth watching.

2. WANGU XIAN QIONG (EVERLASTING IMMORTAL FIRMAMENT) (2017)

WANGU XIAN QIONG (EVERLASTING IMMORTAL FIRMAMENT) (credit: myanimelist)

This donghua focuses on Gu Hai, a man from the 21st century who mysteriously transfers to another world. There, he must face two great kingdoms that are at war and get involved in various battle strategies. His journey becomes even more interesting when he meets a god who gives him an important mission.

WANGU XIAN QIONG has 12 episodes with a duration of 15 minutes per episode. With a rating of 6.84/10 on MyDramaList, this donghua offers interesting war strategies and unique elements of a fantasy world. For those who enjoy stories about tactics and royal politics, this donghua is a must-watch.

3. WAR GOD SYSTEM! I'M COUNTING ON YOU! (KAO NI LA ZHANSHEN XITONG) (2022)

WAR GOD SYSTEM! I'M COUNTING ON YOU! (KAO NI LA ZHANSHEN XITONG) (credit: myanimelist)

This donghua follows the story of An Lin, an ordinary young man who is suddenly given the "God of War" system and sent to the spiritual world to train. At first, An Lin is considered talentless, but with the help of the system, he begins to show his fighting abilities and becomes stronger.

With a total of 16 episodes, each lasting 19 minutes, WAR GOD SYSTEM! I'M COUNTING ON YOU! has a rating of 7.27/10 on MyDramaList. This donghua presents energetic action as well as interesting isekai elements. If you enjoy adventure stories full of challenges, this donghua is the right choice.

4. DON'T GIVE UP! (WULIAO JIU WANJIE) (2024)

DON'T GIVE UP! (WULIAO JIU WANJIE) (credit: myanimelist)

This donghua tells the story of Men Ke, an office worker who is bored with his monotonous life. However, everything changes when he meets an alien hero who tries to save him. Together, they embark on an adventure full of action and humor, facing various enemies that threaten the earth.

DON'T GIVE UP! has a total of 24 episodes with a duration of 18 minutes per episode. With a rating of 7.15/10 on MyDramaList, this donghua offers a refreshing combination of comedy and action. If you are looking for a light yet exciting watch, this donghua could be the right choice.

5. XIANG LING JI (TALES OF EXORCISM) (2017)

XIANG LING JI (TALES OF EXORCISM) (credit: myanimelist)

This donghua follows Hua Jiu, a 19-year-old exorcist who encounters an evil spirit named Seven Lord. Instead of fighting him, Hua Jiu makes him a spirit servant. The two then embark on a journey to exterminate evil spirits and uncover the secrets behind the spiritual world.

XIANG LING JI consists of 15 episodes with a duration of 15 minutes per episode. With a rating of 6.51/10 on MyDramaList, this donghua presents a supernatural story full of mystery and action. If you enjoy stories about the spirit world and exorcism, this donghua is worth watching.

6. SPIRITPACT (LING QI) (2016)

SPIRITPACT (LING QI) (credit: myanimelist)

This donghua tells the story of Ki Tanmoku, a young man who receives a "pact" from a spirit and eventually becomes involved in the battle between spirits and humans. After his mysterious death, he discovers that the spiritual world is far more complex and dangerous than he imagined.

With a total of 12 episodes, each lasting 20 minutes, SPIRITPACT has a rating of 7.80/10 on MyDramaList. This donghua presents exciting supernatural action with captivating animation. For those interested in stories of friendship between humans and spirits, this donghua could be an interesting choice.

7. GOD TROUBLES ME (HANHUA RIJI) (2019)

GOD TROUBLES ME (HANHUA RIJI) (credit: myanimelist)

Set in the 21st century, this donghua tells the story of a girl with a "devil child" personality who meets the god Tianjin and the mysterious devil cat Dukui. The world of gods and demons begins to be disturbed due to human development, and they must struggle to maintain balance.

GOD TROUBLES ME has a total of 12 episodes, each lasting 14 minutes. With a rating of 7.44/10 on MyDramaList, this donghua presents a unique and entertaining fantasy story. If you enjoy tales about gods, demons, and the modern world, this donghua could be the right choice.

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