The series is set in the later years of Shang dynasty, and revolves around Ji Fa's life as a hostage in Zhaoge and his journey to become a legendary ruler.

Ji Kao was on good terms with the son of King Zhou, Yin Jiao, who wished to save the people from their plight.

Ji Fa eventually ascended and became King Wu of Zhou, remembering to keep in mind his shared dream with Yin Jiao to lift the people towards a better future.

Directors Liu Zhenming and Ren Haiyao previously worked with Yu in the web series Demon Girl.

Lun Pengbo who worked on Mojin: The Lost Legend acts as the visual effects director, and He Jian of The Glory of Tang Dynasty was appointed the costumes designer.