Ever Night

Ever Night (Chinese: 将夜) is a 2018 Chinese television series based on the novel Jiang Ye by Mao Ni. It stars Chen Feiyu and Song Yiren. The series airs on Tencent Video starting October 31, 2018.[5] The second season premiered on January 13, 2020; with Dylan Wang replacing Chen Feiyu as the main lead.

Ever Night
Traditional	將夜
Simplified	将夜
Mandarin	Jiāngyè
Genre	Historical fiction Fantasy Adventure[1]
Based on	Jiang Ye by Mao Ni
Written by	Xu Run[2]
Directed by	Yang Yang[3]
Starring	Chen Feiyu (Season 1) Dylan Wang (Season 2) Song Yiren
Country of origin	China
Original language(s)	Mandarin
No. of seasons	2
No. of episodes	60 (Season 1) 43 (Season 2)
Production
Executive producer(s)	Yang Yang
Production location(s)	Xinjiang Guizhou[4]
Running time	45 mins
Production company(s)	Golden Pond Media Mao Pian Zeus Entertainment Tencent Pictures Tencent Penguin Pictures China Reading Limited[4]
Release
Original release	October 31, 2018 (2018-10-31)

Synopsis

In the ancient world lies a prophecy: Upon the arrival of Yong Ye, the world will be thrown into Chaos.

The story takes place in the Tang Dynasty. When a family was unjustly massacred by a great general, a young boy named Ning Que escaped. He managed to survive in the wilds through his wits and committing murder. One day he dug out from a pile of corpses a little girl, Sang Sang. Since that day the two of them are inseparable. Ning joined the frontier military and eventually become part of the entourage of Princess Li Yu as she traveled back to the capital. He managed to discover the hidden school known as the Upper Story, which leads him and Sang Sang to many wondrous adventures.

When Sang Sang becomes ill with a mysterious illness, Ning Que takes her to a doctor, only to discover that Sang Sang is the reincarnation of Yong Ye, a mysterious and powerful being that is prophesied to bring about chaos. Many hostile forces are gathering around them, and people not who they appeared to be. Is Ning Que the son of the King of Underworld, or the savior of humanity against the Eternal Night? Ning Que would defy the powers of Heaven and Earth to protect his beloved...

Cast

Main

Actor	Character	Introduction
Chen Feiyu (Season 1)[6] Dylan Wang (Season 2)	Ning Que	Sole survivor of a brutal massacre from General Lin Guangyuan's Manor. Mr. Thirteen of the Academy. He is smart and skilled in martial arts, swordsmanship, archery and calligraphy. His body's acupoints have been blocked; due to this his cultivation is very weak. He achieved Demon Cultivation after defeating Lotus in Demon Sect Temple.
Song Yiren[7]/ Yang Chaoyue	Sang Sang/ Hao Tian	A young hand-maiden and life-long companion and later wife of Ning Que. Caring and Loyal. Her weapon is a Magical Black Umbrella. She's also the long lost daughter of Secretary Zeng of Tang. Because of the mysterious illness befell on her, the whole World wanted her death. Later on, it was discovered that She was Hao Tian, who was praised by the Whole World. And that she made herself a mortal being just to takedown Tang State and FuZi. However, her love of Ning Que, made her change.

Tang Empire State

Strongest Empire of the South. Home of the Great Cultivators and Warriors.

Tang Academy

Top Academy of the Country. Home to the mysterious and powerful Cultivators.

Actor	Character	Introduction
Adam Cheng[8]	Fu Zi (Sage Master)	The Academy's Founder and Head Master. He is a Great Philosopher throughout the Jiang Ye' Continent and the Only Cultivator who ascended in Heavenly realm that could Par against Hao Tian. Along with him are 12 disciples that trained Ning Que to become the Prophesied Savior from Ever Night.
Chen Zhen[8]	Li Manman	Senior Brother disciple of the Academy, Fu Zi's first disciple. Gentle and elegant, he is calm and composed but possesses the fastest cultivation in the world.
Dylan Kuo[9]	Jun Mo	Second Brother disciple. He is known as a genius in cultivation. Under his cold exterior and strict appearance lies a caring side. He is skilled in Flying Sword Cultivation. He and Ye Qing had bad encounter.
Kang Keren[10]	Yu Lian / Lin Wu	Third Sister disciple of Fu Zi. Keeper of the Old Story Building. She is calm and a good teacher of the academy. Previously, she is Lin Wu, the last Grandmaster of Demon Sect and the Youngest to achieve Cicada Cultivation.
Jiang Shan[10]	Fan Rui	Fourth Brother Disciple. Gentle and peaceful, he is skilled in writing runes. He designs weapons and armour with Tie Jiang.
Chen Pinyan[10]	Song Lian	Fifth Brother Disciple. He is addicted to chess, and is skilled in Dao Board.
Yan Zilun[10]	Tie Jiang	Sixth Brother Disciple. He is honest and reliable. He is a skilled blacksmith who only makes unique or unusual weapons and armour.
Rong Zixi[10]	Mu You	Seventh Sister Disciple. She is gentle and sweet but sometimes mischievous towards Ning Que. She is always making hand embroidery. Adept in flying needle technique. She and Jun Mo have a romantic relationship.
Liu Ben[10]		Eighth Brother Disciple. He and Song Lian are always playing chess together,
Wang Zihao[10]	Beigong Weiyang	Ninth Brother Disciple. He is skilled in playing the flute.
Wang Zijie[10]	Qimen Buhuo	Tenth Brother Disciple. He is skilled in playing the zither.
Yi Yongding[10]	Wang Chi	Eleventh Brother Disciple. Always stands on a swing and has a habit of always talking philosophy. He has excellent medical skills.
Hu Yuxuan[10]	Chen Pipi	Twelfth Brother Disciple. He is kind and honest and becomes Ning Que's closest friend at the academy. He is a genius and innovative. He loves to cook and create new innovation. He is responsible for unlocking the blockage of Ning Que's Qihai and Xueshan Acupoints. Once a successor of Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance along with Ye Hongyu but he escaped into wilderness and became Fu Zi's Disciple.
Liao Yuchen[11]	Tang Xiaotang	Tang's younger sister. She is outspoken and candid. She meets Ning Que by chance and becomes is a close friend. At the academy, she comes under the tutelage of Xu Lian; and also begins a romantic relationship with Chen Pipi.
Zhu Tao[12]	Cao Zhifeng	A teacher at Tang Academy who is known for his strictness.
Meng En[13]	Xie Chengyun	Third young master of the Xie family from Nanjin. He is known for being more intelligent than others since young. He and Ning Que are both friends and foes.

Tang kingdom

Actor	Character	Introduction
Leon Lai(Season 1)[14] / Bao Jianfeng (Season 2)	Li Zhongyi	Emperor of Tang. He is intelligent and harbor lofty ambitions, and is able to see people and situations with a clear mind. Once a Leader and co-founder of Ichysaurus Gang. He is also a man who values love and friendship, particularly his friendship with Chao Xiaoshu and relationship with Xia Tian. Also a former disciple of Fu Zi and an outstanding cultivator. In the war of the World against the Child of Hades and Huangren (Desolate tribe), he stood for the Academy.
Shi Shi[15]	Xia Tian	Empress of Tang. Xia Hou's sister, a former Saintess of the Demon Sect. She was tasked to enter the palace and seduce Li Zhongyi.
Tong Yao[8]	Li Yu	Elder princess of Tang. A magnificent and ambitious woman. Once a close friend of Ning Que and Sang Sang. But after knowing the truth of the Child of Hades and the forecoming of Eternal Night, she ended her relationship with them.
Su Ke[16]	Li Peiyan	Grand Prince of Tang. Li Yu's uncle and Li Zhongyi's only brother. Ordered the death of General Lin and his entire resident, following the Grand Priest of Light's order.
Shengjia Li[17]	Li Hunyuan	Third Prince of Tang. Proud and Ambitious, he wanted to take over the Crown.
Xu Lu Yang (Season 1) Liu Ruo Gu (Season 2)	Li Hu Po	Sixth Prince of Tang. Xia Tian's son. Later emperor of Tang.
Hu Jun[18]	Xia Hou	A highly-skilled martial artist and the leader of the four great generals of Tang. He is cunning and fearless. Was tasked by Grand Priest of Light to get rid of Hades' Son in exchange of their secrets to be kept as a member of Demon Sect.
Qin Yiming	He Mingchi	A young disciple of State Preceptor. Notorious teacher of Prince Hunyuan. According to State Preceptor, he has lacking the ability to be next State Perceptor. His real Identity is that of Xiling spy.
Andy On[19]	Chao Xiaoshu	Chief of Yulong Sect. Second Leader of Ichysaurus Gang. A Master Swordsman, obsessed with Sword Art. Determined to Fight Liu Bai to get his Vengeance of his brother's Death. He and Li Zhongyi has a close relationship but manages to stand by his principles.
Yao Anlian[17]	Li Qingshan	State Preceptor of Tang. The closest confidant of the Emperor.
Chin Shih-chieh[20]	Yan Se	Grand Priest of Divine Talisman. Uses drawn writings (Calligraphy) as cultivation. Ning Que's Teacher. He was obsessed with Ning Que because of his calligraphy skill believing him to be his successor. After becoming Fuzi's 13th Disciple Yan Se simultaneously claimed Ning Que as his own disciple. He and Guangming were a disciple of Previous Xiling Shrine Leader. He is Tang's Secret Protector of the State. Because Xiling wanted Ning Que's life, he swore not to set foot on Xiling Shrine again.

Yan kingdom

Archnemesis of Tang Empire.

Actor	Character	Introduction
Wang Liao	Chong Ming	Crown Prince of Yan that was hostaged by Tang Empire 15 years ago along with his brother. His brother were rescued. Lover of Li Yu.
Waise Lee[20]	King of Yan	Merciless King of Yan State. Seek refuge to Xiling after their defeat by Tang Empire. Father of Chong Ming and Long Qing
Sun Zujun[21] Zhang Junshuo (young) [22][20][21]	Long Qing	Second Prince of Yan. Self-proclaimed Son of Light. Proud and ambitious, he is one of the youngest cultivators in the world and is Ning Que's biggest opponent.
Huang Yilin[23]	Lu Chenjia	Princess of Full Moon State. One of the 3 "Ch’i Maniacs"(Flower Maniac). Long Qing's lover.

Xiling Immortal Shrine

Home of the Dao Cultivists that overpowered the Continent. They strictly follow the law of Hao Tian. Home of Heaven Decree Academy, the archnemesis of Fu Zi Academy.

Actor	Character	Introduction
Meng Ziyi (Season 1)[24] Liu Yijun (Season 2)	Ye Hongyu	Department Head of Xiling Justice Department. Only Disciple of Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance. One of the 3 Ch’i Maniacs, "Taoism Maniac". She has a strong faith on Taoism and obsessed on Dao Cultivation.Proud, fearless and righteous, she is determined to perfect the Art Of Dao. She and Ning Que are enemies in beliefs but became comrades and developed romantic feelings for him after enduring dire circumstances together. Later on, she became the Grand Priestess of Justice of West-Hill Divine Palace (Xiling). She became the toughest opponent of Ning Que and Sang Sang.
Ni Dahong[20]	Wei Guangming	Grand Priest of Light Hall of Xiling. In accordance of the prophecy that the Son of Hades would bring Eternal Night. He mastermind the brutal massacre on Tang 15 years ago. When he met Sang Sang, he is enlightened of her good nature and took her as his disciple. Unbeknownst to him, Sang Sang is the reincarnation of Yong Ye that could bring Eternal Night.
Luosang Qunpei[17]	Tian Yu	Archpriest of Revelation
Ngawang Rinchen[20]	Cheng Lixue	Sovereign Priest of Xiling
Cheng Cao	Lou Kedi	High Templar of Xiling

Sect Masters (Wayfarers)

Actor	Character	Introduction
Wang Dong[25]	Ye Qing	Ye Hongyu's brother. Daoist Wayfarer of Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance. Peaceful and Calm. He and Mr. Two of the academy are Nemesis. Once fought Li Manman but easily defeated
Li Jinchuan	Qi Nian	Buddhist Monk, Master of Heavenly Pillar (XuanKong Temple).
Du Yiheng[11]	Tang	Master of Devil's Doctrine (Demon Sect) and Chief of Huangren tribe. Tang Xiaotang's brother. Loyal and forthright, protecting the Demon Sect's Mountain Door is his sole faith.

Others

Actor	Character	Introduction
Yuan Bingyan[26]	Mo Shanshan	Great Student of Heaven Decree Academy and a lady of Ink Pod Park. One of the three "Ch’i Maniacs" (Bookworm Maniac). Gentle and delicate, her pureness is reflected in her cultivation as well as her honest attitude toward love. She is an Expert of Talisman. She is one of the youngest Taoist in the world and has a love for calligraphy. She admires Ning Que's calligraphy skill. Ning Que's Love interest.
Yang Chaoyue[27]	Hao Tian / Tian Nu	The only god of heaven and earth praised by the whole world.
He Zhonghua[20]	Liu Bai	Former leader of Renjian Pavilion. Also known as "Jian Chi", Sword Saint who is obsessed with his craft. One of the Greatest Cultivator to succeed Fu Zi.
Lu Yong[20]	Xu Shi	An upright general.
Li Jun[20]	Qing Chen	Ning Que's cultivation teacher who brought him initial enlightenment.
Gu Wenzi[28]	Shu Tong
Liu Peiqi[17]	Chen Mou	Monastery Leader of Knowledge and Obeisance. Once the Fastest Cultivator to achieve Five States of Cultivation. The Powerful Cultivator after Fu Zi who achieved Limitless State. After his defeat from Ke Haoran and FuZi, his Morale got low and spend his life living at the middle of the Ocean to hide from FuZi's perception. Greatest Threat of Academy. Chen Pipi's Father.
Du Yuming[17]	Lian Sheng	Former Grandpriest of Judgment and the Former Sect Leader of Demon Sect that was possessed by Demons. He was imprisoned by Ke Hao Ran inside his Monastery.
Ai Liya[17]	Qu Ni	Lu Chenjia's aunt. Head Priestess of Heavenly Pillar (Buddhism Sect).
Luo Guangxu[17]	Chen Zixian	A man who once framed Xuanwei General Lin. Was the closest comrade of General Lin that he never thought to strike his back.
He Shaohong[17]	Yan Suqing	A man who once framed General Lin Guangyuan.
Cao Weiyu[29]	Xuanwei General/ General Lin Guangyuan	Emperor Li Zhongyi's top ranking General and confidant. He was framed and killed by keeping the prophesied 'Child of Hades'.
Yin Zhusheng[8]	General Ma Tuxiang	A high ranking official in Wei city. He is dedicated to protecting his country, and is a brave and decisive warrior on the battlefield. To Ning Que, he is both a friend and a father.

Production

The script for Ever Night was once awarded the Gold Prize at the 网络文学双年奖, and reportedly took two years to complete.[30] Penning the script is Xu Run, who once wrote the screenplay for notable television series like Records of Kangxi's Travel Incognito and Maritime Silk Road.[2] The production team has also invited Yoshitaka Amano to act as the series' concept director, and John Bruno as the special effects director.[3]

The series began filming at Xinjiang in August 2017, and wrapped up filming in February 2018.[6][31] Filming took place in Xinjiang and Guizhou.[4]

Soundtrack

No.	Title	Lyrics	Music	Singers	Length
1.	"Ever Night (永夜)" (Promotional theme song)	Shi Yan	Shi Yan	Tan Weiwei
2.	"Stories of Chang'an (故长安)" (Theme song)	Reno Wang, Wang Yuren	Reno Wang	Jane Zhang
3.	"Wordly Affairs (红尘)"	Nick Wang	Reno Wang	Vision Wei
4.	"Song of a Desolate Man (荒人之歌)"	Mao Ni	Reno Wang	Elvis Wang
5.	"Take Your Life (取你的命)"	Mao Ni	Reno Wang	Tiger Song
6.	"Don't Forget (莫忘)"	Wang Haitao	Reno Wang	Liu Meilin
7.	"Willing Me (任我)"	Wang Haitao	Reno Wang	Reno Wang
8.	"Heart-shaped Universe (心形宇宙)" (Closing Theme Song)	Dai Yuedong, Yan Liyan	Dai Yuedong	Feng Timo

Awards and nominations

Award	Category	Nominated work	Result	Ref.
Canada China International Film Festival	Best TV Series	Ever Night	Won	[32]
Influence of Recreational Responsibilities Awards	Web Drama of the Year		Won	[33]
Golden Bud - The Third Network Film And Television Festival	IP Adaptation of the Year		Won	[34]
3rd Yinchuan Internet Film Festival	Best Screenwriter	Xu Run	Won	[35]
26th Huading Awards	Best Actor (Historical drama)	Arthur Chen	Won	[36]
4th China Literature Award Ceremony	Super IP New Actor	Arthur Chen	Won

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