Spare Me, Great Lord! (2021)
A Chinese animated series where a sharp-witted teen cultivator secretly powers up on the frustrations he causes everyone around him.
Spare Me, Great Lord! - Series Information
- Original Title: 大王饶命
- First Air Year: 2021
- Last Air Year: 2024
- Created by: Hui Shuohua De Zhouzi
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 24 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Chinese
- Spoken Languages: Mandarin
- First Air Date: December 3, 2021 (United States - TV-PG)
- Networks: Tencent Video
- Alternative Titles: Da Wang Rao Ming (CN), Spare Me, Great Lord! (US), Please Spare My Life (ES), 팩폭으로 재능버는 플레이어 (KR)
- Production Companies: Big Firebird Cultural Media, Tencent Penguin Pictures, Tencent Animation & Comics
- Production Countries: China
Spare Me, Great Lord! - Plot
Lü Shu is a frail teenager with an iron will. After losing his parents, he enrolls in a prestigious high school while working for a living and looking after his adoptive sister, Lü Xiaoyu. However, Lü Shu's quiet life abruptly changes when a car accident awakens his latent cultivation superpowers. Now cured of his physical weakness, he decides to hide his newfound abilities, as the art of cultivation is still shrouded in mystery—and the fate of cultivators uncertain. Meanwhile, Tian Luo Di Wang, the international foundation responsible for monitoring the cultivators, sets its plans in motion. Under the impetus of their member Xi Fei, a special cultivation training group is established in Lü Shu's high school. Although Lü Shu is forced to join the program, he is determined to hide the nature of his fearsome power, for his cultivation draws from an unlimited resource: the negative emotions of others brought about by his actions.
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Spare Me, Great Lord! - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Hui Shuohua De Zhouzi
Main Cast
- Yang Tianxiang
- Shuang Zhao
- Nie Xiying
- Ajie
- Liu Cong
- Wei Chao
- Siheng Lu
- Lan Taoyi
Executive Producers
- Xiaonan Hou
- ASKASK
- Xiaoting Li
Spare Me, Great Lord! - FAQs
What is Spare Me, Great Lord! about?
Spare Me, Great Lord! follows Lü Shu, a resilient orphaned teen whose car accident unlocks hidden cultivation powers. His unique ability feeds on the negative emotions he provokes in others, making him a secretly formidable force in a world where cultivators are monitored by a shadowy international organization.
Is Spare Me, Great Lord! based on a novel or manga?
The series is adapted from a popular Chinese web novel of the same name written by The Speaking Pork Trotter (会说话的肘子). The novel was a major hit on Chinese online literature platforms, praised for blending cultivation fantasy with sharp comedy and a clever, unconventional protagonist.
Where can I watch Spare Me, Great Lord!?
Spare Me, Great Lord! streams officially on Tencent Video, where it originally premiered. Availability outside China may vary by region. Check your local streaming services or platforms specializing in Chinese animation for the most current viewing options.
How many seasons does Spare Me, Great Lord! have?
The series currently spans three seasons. Season 1 and Season 2 each contain 12 episodes, bringing the confirmed episode count to 24. Season 3 is in production, and the show holds a Returning Series status, meaning more episodes are on the way.
What makes Lü Shu's cultivation power unique in the series?
Unlike most cultivators who rely on traditional energy sources, Lü Shu harvests power from the negative emotions his behavior stirs in those around him. The more he annoys, frustrates, or provokes people, the stronger he becomes — turning everyday social friction into an inexhaustible fuel for his abilities.
Is Spare Me, Great Lord! suitable for younger audiences?
The series carries a TV-PG content rating in the United States, making it broadly suitable for general audiences, including older children and teens. It blends action and cultivation fantasy with comedy, though parental guidance is suggested for younger viewers given its action sequences and themes.
What are some shows similar to Spare Me, Great Lord!?
Fans of the series often enjoy A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality, Swallowed Star, Renegade Immortal, and The Daily Life of the Immortal King — all Chinese animated series exploring cultivation and fantasy themes. Scissor Seven and Soul Land are also popular picks for their blend of action and humor.
Who are the main voice actors in Spare Me, Great Lord!?
The principal voice cast includes Yang Tianxiang as protagonist Lü Shu, Shuang Zhao as his adoptive sister Lü Xiaoyu, Nie Xiying as Cao Qingci, and Ajie voicing Nie Ting. Liu Cong, Wei Chao, Siheng Lu, and Lan Taoyi round out the core ensemble.
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