China · 2023 · 12 episodes · Completed
Ripe Town
繁城之下
Jiejie’s Take
Oh, another historical mystery with bizarre murders and cryptic clues? And a ten-year-old cold case resurfacing? Sounds like our intrepid apprentice detective is in for a long, convoluted ride. Let's hope the killer's motive isn't just 'because plot'.
Synopsis
During the Ming Dynasty's Wan Li Period, a series of unusual murders plague Jiangnan County. Each victim, seemingly unconnected, is found in a strange pose with a cryptic message. Xiaohu Kuaiqu Sanren, an apprentice to the initial victim, joins forces with companions to uncover the truth. Their investigation unearths a decade-old cold case, leading them to question the killer's identity and motive.