---
title: "State of Divinity"
year: 2000
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/state-of-divinity-2000"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 32047
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 52
runtime_minutes: 45
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# State of Divinity (2000) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/state-of-divinity-2000

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

State of Divinity is a television series first released in 2000. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by CTV. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 52 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A lone survivor seeks vengeance after his family's martial arts legacy is shattered."

### Why Watch
- Compelling martial‑arts intrigue centered on a legendary sword manual
- Features popular actors Richie Ren and Anita Yuen
- Rich period setting with classic Chinese martial‑arts themes

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel slow for viewers seeking nonstop action
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains violent confrontations and mature themes typical of wuxia dramas, suitable for teen and adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: martial-arts, revenge, training, historical, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/state-of-divinity-2000#watch.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Anita Yuen Wing-Yee** as *Ren Yingying*
- **Richie Jen** as *Linghu Chong*
- **David Chiang Da-Wei** as *Qu Yang*
- **Vivian Chen** as *Yue Lingshan*
- **Leanne Liu** as *Dongfang Bubai*
- **Norman Tsui Siu-Keung** as *Xiang Wentian*
- **Chang Fu-Chien** as *Liu Zhengfeng*
- **Eddie Koo Koon Chung** as *Zuo Lengchan*
- **Lee Li-Chun** as *Ren Woxing*
- **Sun Xing** as *Tian Boguang*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was State of Divinity released?
It premiered in 2000 on CTV.

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
Richie Ren and Anita Yuen star in the series.

### Q: What is the central plot device?
The story revolves around the coveted Bixie Swordplay Manual.

### Q: Which sect does Yue Buqun belong to?
Yue Buqun is the head of the Mount Hua Sect, part of the Five Mountains Sword Sects Alliance.

### Q: What genre is the series?
It is a drama series with wuxia elements.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [State of Divinity — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/32047)
- [State of Divinity (2000 TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/State_of_Divinity_(2000_TV_series))

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*