Veil of Shadows
A Chinese fantasy about how even nine-tailed spirit foxes seek love and redemption — and that behind the beautiful facades of estates lie the demons of the past.
Youku is releasing "Veil of Shadows" (月鳞绮纪) in spring 2026 — an ambitious Chinese fantasy series by Guo Jingming, director of "My Journey to You." The premiere on April 1 immerses viewers in a world of nine-tailed foxes and ancient demons: Lu Wuyi — the junior fox from the Phaseless Moon clan, embarks on a mission to capture the great demon Xiaowei, but ends up in the Wei estate, where she meets a man with a demonic body and a tragic past.
The series showcases Guo Jingming's visual luxury — known for his aesthetic sensei-fantasy. The tone is melodramatic with elements of wuxia (Chinese martial arts and cultivation): there are sisterly rivalries, hidden motives, and sacrifices for peace. The format consists of 12 episodes (according to MyShows) or 29 episodes (as of the release information), suggesting a grand story with multiple timelines.
If you watched "My Journey to You" and appreciated its visual style, or "Ancient Love" for its mythology — "Veil of Shadows" will offer a similar tone of "high-budget Chinese fantasy." For comparisons with other spirit-themed dramas, watch "Ashes of Love" or "Chinese Ghost Story."
The first season starts on April 1, 2026, and no announcements have been made about a continuation.
29 episodes as of the release information (subject to change).
Yes, a costume fantasy with elements of Chinese mythology (fox spirits, demons).
The junior nine-tailed fox from the Phaseless Moon clan, the main character.
Age restriction 13+, melodramatic content without excessive violence.