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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Overview
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- Cultural and historical references may require background knowledge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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Episode guide
Season 1 · 38 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Boy With No Name Jun 4, 2012
- E2 Fated Meeting Jun 11, 2012
- E3 Friend! Jun 18, 2012
- E4 The King and the Sword Jun 25, 2012
- E5 An Unbreakable Heart Jul 2, 2012
- E6 The Path to a Great General Jul 9, 2012
- E7 The Terrifying Mountain People Jul 16, 2012
- E8 Each One's Dream Jul 23, 2012
- E9 Now, to Xianyang! Jul 30, 2012
- E10 Invading the Royal Capital Aug 6, 2012
- E11 The Fierce Fighting Begins Aug 13, 2012
- E12 The Ultimate Blade Aug 20, 2012
- E13 The Roar of Lankai Aug 27, 2012
- E14 The Power of the Sword Sep 3, 2012
- E15 Qualifications of a King Sep 10, 2012
- E16 Lü Buwei Sep 17, 2012
- E17 First Campaign Sep 24, 2012
- E18 The Threat of the Chariot Corps Oct 1, 2012
- E19 A Blazing Battle Oct 8, 2012
- E20 Wang Qi Intrudes Oct 15, 2012
- E21 The Meaning of General Oct 22, 2012
- E22 Wise General vs Courageous General Oct 29, 2012
- E23 Night Tale Nov 5, 2012
- E24 A New Trial Nov 12, 2012
- E25 Appointment Nov 19, 2012
- E26 War God Pang Nuan Nov 26, 2012
- E27 Birth of the Feixin Unit Dec 3, 2012
- E28 Wang Qi's Flying Arrow Dec 10, 2012
- E29 Sudden Change in the Tide of Battle Dec 17, 2012
- E30 Disaster Dec 24, 2012
- E31 The Power of a Group Jan 7, 2013
- E32 The Feixin Unit Flees Jan 14, 2013
- E33 Wang Qi Takes to the Field! Jan 21, 2013
- E34 Central Performers Jan 28, 2013
- E35 Confrontation of Supreme Commanders Feb 4, 2013
- E36 Wang Qi and Liao Feb 11, 2013
- E37 I Am at the Verge of Death Feb 18, 2013
- E38 Succession Feb 25, 2013
Season 2 · 39 episodes
- E1 New Era Jun 8, 2013
- E2 A Quiet Battlefield Jun 15, 2013
- E3 A Tumultuous Banquet Jun 22, 2013
- E4 Kings and Ants Jun 29, 2013
- E5 A Third Force Jul 6, 2013
- E6 Beautiful Venom Jul 13, 2013
- E7 A Cursed Prince Jul 20, 2013
- E8 Zheng and Zi Xia Jul 27, 2013
- E9 Binding Wish Aug 3, 2013
- E10 Broken Love Aug 10, 2013
- E11 Assemblage Aug 17, 2013
- E12 Siege of Gaolang Castle Aug 24, 2013
- E13 My Way of Fighting Aug 31, 2013
- E14 The Man Lian Po Sep 7, 2013
- E15 Air of a Military Commander Sep 14, 2013
- E16 Midnight Great General Sep 21, 2013
- E17 The Night Before the Start of War Sep 28, 2013
- E18 Clash! Oct 6, 2013
- E19 Xuan Feng's Scheme Oct 13, 2013
- E20 The Feixin Unit's Counterattack Oct 20, 2013
- E21 The Thief vs. The Strategist Oct 27, 2013
- E22 Meng Tian's Proposal Nov 3, 2013
- E23 United Front of Three Units Nov 10, 2013
- E24 A Wall That Must be Overcome Nov 17, 2013
- E25 Double Bluff Nov 24, 2013
- E26 The Caliber of a General Dec 1, 2013
- E27 The Hour of Conclusion Dec 8, 2013
- E28 The Final Plan Dec 15, 2013
- E29 A Single Moment Dec 22, 2013
- E30 Precious Comrades Dec 29, 2013
- E31 Meng Ao, Standing Firm Jan 5, 2014
- E32 Unfading Era Jan 12, 2014
- E33 Victory... And... Jan 19, 2014
- E34 The Strategist Arrives Jan 26, 2014
- E35 Trial and Resolve Feb 2, 2014
- E36 Outwit Feb 9, 2014
- E37 Distant Thunder Feb 16, 2014
- E38 Stage of Strategy Feb 23, 2014
- E39 A New Legend Mar 2, 2014
Season 3 · 26 episodes
- E1 The Encroaching Coalition Army Apr 6, 2020
- E2 A Coming Together Apr 13, 2020
- E3 The Battle of Hangu Pass Apr 20, 2020
- E4 Two Battlefields Apr 27, 2020
- E5 Rise of a Young General May 3, 2021
- E6 A Mutual Self-Confidence May 10, 2021
- E7 A Wasteland Riddled with Holes May 17, 2021
- E8 Wa Lin: A Spirited Woman May 24, 2021
- E9 Meng Wu's Proclamation May 31, 2021
- E10 A Promotion in a Predicament Jun 7, 2021
- E11 A General's Pride Jun 14, 2021
- E12 The Wa Lin Army's Charge Jun 21, 2021
- E13 The Strongest Jun 28, 2021
- E14 The Mightiest Man Jul 19, 2021
- E15 Beyond Hangu Pass Jul 26, 2021
- E16 Li Mu's Whereabouts Aug 2, 2021
- E17 The Ultimate Instinctive Type Aug 16, 2021
- E18 Zheng's Decision Aug 23, 2021
- E19 Zheng Speaks Aug 30, 2021
- E20 The First Night Sep 6, 2021
- E21 A Secret Revealed Sep 13, 2021
- E22 With All We Have Sep 20, 2021
- E23 Unprecedented Aid Sep 27, 2021
- E24 Deepest Gratitude Oct 4, 2021
- E25 Difference in Dances Oct 11, 2021
- E26 A Different Path Oct 18, 2021
Season 4 · 26 episodes
- E1 Seven Nations, After the War Apr 10, 2022
- E2 Omnious Shadow Apr 17, 2022
- E3 The Punitive Force Moves Out Apr 24, 2022
- E4 Assault on Tunliu May 1, 2022
- E5 Sword and Shield May 8, 2022
- E6 A New Strategic Base May 15, 2022
- E7 The Call May 22, 2022
- E8 Diao May 29, 2022
- E9 Zi Bai's Name Jun 5, 2022
- E10 The Eyes of the Middle Kingdom Jun 12, 2022
- E11 Training Days Jun 19, 2022
- E12 Age of Giants Jun 26, 2022
- E13 Movement in Xianyang Jul 3, 2022
- E14 A New Nation Jul 10, 2022
- E15 The Man Who Was Nothing Jul 17, 2022
- E16 The Crowning Ceremony Jul 24, 2022
- E17 Three Sides, Unyielding Jul 30, 2022
- E18 River-Crossing Battle Aug 7, 2022
- E19 A Parting of Ways Aug 14, 2022
- E20 A Dream Nation Aug 21, 2022
- E21 Our One Shot at Victory Aug 28, 2022
- E22 Running For Your Lives Sep 4, 2022
- E23 Reversal Rush Sep 11, 2022
- E24 The Rebellion's Conclusion Sep 25, 2022
- E25 A Time for Venturing Forth Sep 25, 2022
- E26 The Six Great Generals' Whereabouts Oct 2, 2022
Season 5 · 13 episodes
- E1 Monsters Take the Field Jan 14, 2024
- E2 The Stench of the Battlefield Jan 21, 2024
- E3 Heiyong at Night Jan 28, 2024
- E4 A Lieutenant's Responsibility Feb 4, 2024
- E5 A Determined Crossing Feb 11, 2024
- E6 Heiyong's Crucial Moment Feb 18, 2024
- E7 The Tragedy of Liyǎn Feb 25, 2024
- E8 In an Instant Mar 3, 2024
- E9 Misfortune Mar 10, 2024
- E10 Roar of Pride Mar 17, 2024
- E11 Wei Ping and the Fei Xin Force Mar 24, 2024
- E12 The Small Hours Before a Showdown Mar 31, 2024
- E13 Cai Ze's Honor 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.