Kingdom 2012
What is Kingdom?
Kingdom is a television series that follows the story of a young orphan named Xin living during the Warring States period. The narrative centers on his ambition to become a general and his commitment to assisting King Zheng of Qin in the effort to unify China.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 155
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Jun 4, 2012
- Last aired
- Dec 28, 2025
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK G, NHK BS Premium
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama
- Updated
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Kingdom is a television series that follows the story of a young orphan named Xin living during the Warring States period. The narrative centers on his ambition to become a general and his commitment to assisting King Zheng of Qin in the effort to unify China. The series explores the journey of these characters as they navigate the challenges of their era and work toward their shared goal. While the title Kingdom is shared by various media projects, this specific production focuses on the historical quest for unification within the kingdom of Qin. The story highlights the aspirations of war orphans who dream of proving their worth on the battlefield. By documenting the alliance between Xin and the monarch, the series illustrates the political and military landscape of the period. Viewers can follow this historical account as the characters strive to fulfill their vows and reshape the future of their land through their pursuit of a unified nation.
Should you watch it?
“A young orphan in ancient China vows to become a general to help unify the warring kingdoms.”
- Rich historical setting with deep political intrigue
- Strong character development and personal growth
- Visually stunning battle sequences and animation
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
- Cultural and historical references may require background knowledge
You enjoy historical dramas with strong protagonists and strategic warfare.
Suitable for teens and adults who appreciate historical themes and moderate violence.
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Season 1 · 38 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Boy With No Name Mytharc Jun 4, 2012
- E2 Fated Meeting Core Jun 11, 2012
- E3 Friend! Core Jun 18, 2012
- E4 The King and the Sword Core Jun 25, 2012
- E5 An Unbreakable Heart Core Jul 2, 2012
- E6 The Path to a Great General Core Jul 9, 2012
- E7 The Terrifying Mountain People Core Jul 16, 2012
- E8 Each One's Dream Core Jul 23, 2012
- E9 Now, to Xianyang! Core Jul 30, 2012
- E10 Invading the Royal Capital Core Aug 6, 2012
- E11 The Fierce Fighting Begins Core Aug 13, 2012
- E12 The Ultimate Blade Core Aug 20, 2012
- E13 The Roar of Lankai Mytharc Aug 27, 2012
- E14 The Power of the Sword Core Sep 3, 2012
- E15 Qualifications of a King Core Sep 10, 2012
- E16 Lü Buwei Core Sep 17, 2012
- E17 First Campaign Core Sep 24, 2012
- E18 The Threat of the Chariot Corps Core Oct 1, 2012
- E19 A Blazing Battle Core Oct 8, 2012
- E20 Wang Qi Intrudes Core Oct 15, 2012
- E21 The Meaning of General Core Oct 22, 2012
- E22 Wise General vs Courageous General Core Oct 29, 2012
- E23 Night Tale Core Nov 5, 2012
- E24 A New Trial Core Nov 12, 2012
- E25 Appointment Core Nov 19, 2012
- E26 War God Pang Nuan Core Nov 26, 2012
- E27 Birth of the Feixin Unit Core Dec 3, 2012
- E28 Wang Qi's Flying Arrow Core Dec 10, 2012
- E29 Sudden Change in the Tide of Battle Core Dec 17, 2012
- E30 Disaster Core Dec 24, 2012
- E31 The Power of a Group Core Jan 7, 2013
- E32 The Feixin Unit Flees Core Jan 14, 2013
- E33 Wang Qi Takes to the Field! Core Jan 21, 2013
- E34 Central Performers Core Jan 28, 2013
- E35 Confrontation of Supreme Commanders Mytharc Feb 4, 2013
- E36 Wang Qi and Liao Core Feb 11, 2013
- E37 I Am at the Verge of Death Mytharc Feb 18, 2013
- E38 Succession Mytharc Feb 25, 2013
Season 2 · 39 episodes
- E1 New Era Mytharc Jun 8, 2013
- E2 A Quiet Battlefield Core Jun 15, 2013
- E3 A Tumultuous Banquet Mytharc Jun 22, 2013
- E4 Kings and Ants Core Jun 29, 2013
- E5 A Third Force Core Jul 6, 2013
- E6 Beautiful Venom Core Jul 13, 2013
- E7 A Cursed Prince Core Jul 20, 2013
- E8 Zheng and Zi Xia Mytharc Jul 27, 2013
- E9 Binding Wish Core Aug 3, 2013
- E10 Broken Love Mytharc Aug 10, 2013
- E11 Assemblage Core Aug 17, 2013
- E12 Siege of Gaolang Castle Core Aug 24, 2013
- E13 My Way of Fighting Core Aug 31, 2013
- E14 The Man Lian Po Core Sep 7, 2013
- E15 Air of a Military Commander Core Sep 14, 2013
- E16 Midnight Great General Core Sep 21, 2013
- E17 The Night Before the Start of War Core Sep 28, 2013
- E18 Clash! Core Oct 6, 2013
- E19 Xuan Feng's Scheme Core Oct 13, 2013
- E20 The Feixin Unit's Counterattack Core Oct 20, 2013
- E21 The Thief vs. The Strategist Core Oct 27, 2013
- E22 Meng Tian's Proposal Core Nov 3, 2013
- E23 United Front of Three Units Core Nov 10, 2013
- E24 A Wall That Must be Overcome Core Nov 17, 2013
- E25 Double Bluff Core Nov 24, 2013
- E26 The Caliber of a General Core Dec 1, 2013
- E27 The Hour of Conclusion Core Dec 8, 2013
- E28 The Final Plan Mytharc Dec 15, 2013
- E29 A Single Moment Core Dec 22, 2013
- E30 Precious Comrades Core Dec 29, 2013
- E31 Meng Ao, Standing Firm Mytharc Jan 5, 2014
- E32 Unfading Era Core Jan 12, 2014
- E33 Victory... And... Core Jan 19, 2014
- E34 The Strategist Arrives Core Jan 26, 2014
- E35 Trial and Resolve Core Feb 2, 2014
- E36 Outwit Core Feb 9, 2014
- E37 Distant Thunder Mytharc Feb 16, 2014
- E38 Stage of Strategy Mytharc Feb 23, 2014
- E39 A New Legend Mytharc Mar 2, 2014
Season 3 · 26 episodes
- E1 The Encroaching Coalition Army Mytharc Apr 6, 2020
- E2 A Coming Together Core Apr 13, 2020
- E3 The Battle of Hangu Pass Core Apr 20, 2020
- E4 Two Battlefields Core Apr 27, 2020
- E5 Rise of a Young General Mytharc May 3, 2021
- E6 A Mutual Self-Confidence Core May 10, 2021
- E7 A Wasteland Riddled with Holes Core May 17, 2021
- E8 Wa Lin: A Spirited Woman Core May 24, 2021
- E9 Meng Wu's Proclamation Core May 31, 2021
- E10 A Promotion in a Predicament Core Jun 7, 2021
- E11 A General's Pride Core Jun 14, 2021
- E12 The Wa Lin Army's Charge Core Jun 21, 2021
- E13 The Strongest Core Jun 28, 2021
- E14 The Mightiest Man Core Jul 19, 2021
- E15 Beyond Hangu Pass Core Jul 26, 2021
- E16 Li Mu's Whereabouts Core Aug 2, 2021
- E17 The Ultimate Instinctive Type Core Aug 16, 2021
- E18 Zheng's Decision Core Aug 23, 2021
- E19 Zheng Speaks Core Aug 30, 2021
- E20 The First Night Core Sep 6, 2021
- E21 A Secret Revealed Core Sep 13, 2021
- E22 With All We Have Core Sep 20, 2021
- E23 Unprecedented Aid Core Sep 27, 2021
- E24 Deepest Gratitude Core Oct 4, 2021
- E25 Difference in Dances Mytharc Oct 11, 2021
- E26 A Different Path Mytharc Oct 18, 2021
Season 4 · 26 episodes
- E1 Seven Nations, After the War Mytharc Apr 10, 2022
- E2 Omnious Shadow Core Apr 17, 2022
- E3 The Punitive Force Moves Out Core Apr 24, 2022
- E4 Assault on Tunliu Mytharc May 1, 2022
- E5 Sword and Shield Core May 8, 2022
- E6 A New Strategic Base Core May 15, 2022
- E7 The Call Core May 22, 2022
- E8 Diao Core May 29, 2022
- E9 Zi Bai's Name Core Jun 5, 2022
- E10 The Eyes of the Middle Kingdom Core Jun 12, 2022
- E11 Training Days Core Jun 19, 2022
- E12 Age of Giants Core Jun 26, 2022
- E13 Movement in Xianyang Core Jul 3, 2022
- E14 A New Nation Core Jul 10, 2022
- E15 The Man Who Was Nothing Core Jul 17, 2022
- E16 The Crowning Ceremony Core Jul 24, 2022
- E17 Three Sides, Unyielding Core Jul 30, 2022
- E18 River-Crossing Battle Core Aug 7, 2022
- E19 A Parting of Ways Core Aug 14, 2022
- E20 A Dream Nation Core Aug 21, 2022
- E21 Our One Shot at Victory Core Aug 28, 2022
- E22 Running For Your Lives Core Sep 4, 2022
- E23 Reversal Rush Core Sep 11, 2022
- E24 The Rebellion's Conclusion Core Sep 25, 2022
- E25 A Time for Venturing Forth Mytharc Sep 25, 2022
- E26 The Six Great Generals' Whereabouts Mytharc Oct 2, 2022
Season 5 · 13 episodes
- E1 Monsters Take the Field Mytharc Jan 14, 2024
- E2 The Stench of the Battlefield Core Jan 21, 2024
- E3 Heiyong at Night Core Jan 28, 2024
- E4 A Lieutenant's Responsibility Core Feb 4, 2024
- E5 A Determined Crossing Core Feb 11, 2024
- E6 Heiyong's Crucial Moment Core Feb 18, 2024
- E7 The Tragedy of Liyǎn Core Feb 25, 2024
- E8 In an Instant Core Mar 3, 2024
- E9 Misfortune Core Mar 10, 2024
- E10 Roar of Pride Core Mar 17, 2024
- E11 Wei Ping and the Fei Xin Force Core Mar 24, 2024
- E12 The Small Hours Before a Showdown Mytharc Mar 31, 2024
- E13 Cai Ze's Honor Mytharc Mar 31, 2024
Frequently asked questions
Is this series based on a manga?
Yes, it is adapted from the popular manga series written and drawn by Yasuhisa Hara.
When did the first season premiere?
The first season premiered in 2012, followed by additional seasons in subsequent years.
What is the main character's goal?
The protagonist, Xin, aims to become a great general to support King Zheng of Qin.
Does the series involve zombies or supernatural elements?
While some sources mention zombie themes, the core plot focuses on historical warfare and politics.
Who produced the anime adaptation?
The anime was produced by Studio Pierrot and animated by Studio Signpost.
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