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The Best Episodes of Alchemy of Souls

Every episode of Alchemy of Souls ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Alchemy of Souls!

Best episode
S1E19 Episode 19
9.2736 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 Episode 1
8.1804 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.7avg
Binge time
1d 14h
30 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    9.2/10(736 votes)

    S1:E19

    Uk comes up with a solution to break the force field that would require him to risk it all. Dang-gu and Cho-yeon make a startling discovery.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  2. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 18 - Episode 18
    9.1/10(650 votes)

    S1:E18

    Trapped inside an enchanted force field, Mu-deok explores her newfound powers but soon learns of its drawbacks. So-i makes a deal with a soul shifter.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  3. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    9.0/10(725 votes)

    S2:E10

    Jin Ho-gyeong takes a risk to protect Jinyowon and its treasures from attack. Having had a glimpse into the future, Uk braces for the inevitable.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  4. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    9.0/10(650 votes)

    S1:E8

    Gil-ju stumbles into town to satisfy his hunger. Uk follows closely behind him. Rumors surface of Naksu’s comeback.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  5. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    9.0/10(621 votes)

    S1:E14

    Uk faces his tenth and final opponent with a trick or two up his sleeve. Seo Yul keeps Mu-deok close. Jin U-tak plays a trick on his daughter.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  6. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    9.0/10(608 votes)

    S1:E10

    Uk is given a book to read. Yul saves a girl at the market. Mu-deok goes through an intensive selection process to become a servant at Songrim.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  7. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 17 - Episode 17
    9.0/10(594 votes)

    S1:E17

    Mu-deok investigates Jin Bu-yeon’s true identity. Jin Mu convinces Jin Ho-gyeong to make a special announcement at an important assembly.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  8. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    9.0/10(584 votes)

    S1:E12

    An unusual death draws Park Jin’s attention. Uk learns of Naksu’s tragic past. Maid Kim sends Mu-deok on an errand to Cheonbugwan.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  9. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    8.9/10(583 votes)

    S1:E13

    A sudden lightning strike causes damage to Cheonbugwan. Park Jin and Jin Mu dispute who's to blame. Master Lee takes Uk on a special fishing trip.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  10. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.8/10(600 votes)

    S1:E7

    The Prince encounters an illusion. Uk demands entry into Jinyowon. Gil-ju goes after Naksu to acquire a body.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  11. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 15 - Episode 15
    8.8/10(560 votes)

    S1:E15

    Mu-deok is caught at the site of a bloody murder. Master Lee presents the royal family with a gift and a prophecy. So-i tracks down a blind friend.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  12. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.8/10(514 votes)

    S2:E9

    As the search for the ice stone continues, Uk reaffirms his alliances while Jin Mu prepares for battle with an army of loyal soul shifters.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  13. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 16 - Episode 16
    8.7/10(555 votes)

    S1:E16

    Park Jin and Jin Ho-gyeong get into a heated dispute as they both lay claim to an artifact. Uk runs into the Prince while on the search for a shaman.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  14. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.7/10(542 votes)

    S2:E4

    Flashes of another's memory leads Bu-yeon to find out more about Uk's past heartbreak. News of a feared assassin's return shakes the whole kingdom.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  15. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.6/10(528 votes)

    S2:E6

    While Yul bears the burden of a heavy secret, Uk investigates a conspiracy involving a mysterious animal that could cause a devastating drought.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  16. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.6/10(534 votes)

    S2:E8

    Go Won presents Uk with a choice. Jin Mu sets the next step of his plan in motion. Heo Yun-ok requests to meet Bu-yeon in private.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  17. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    8.6/10(560 votes)

    S1:E11

    Uk loses the will to train. Mu-deok makes a bet with the Prince. At Cheonbugwan, a line of blind girls await judgment.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  18. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.6/10(560 votes)

    S2:E3

    A debate surrounding a secret wedding ends with a shocking announcement. Jin Ho-gyeong tries to summon Bu-yeon back by causing her excruciating pain.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  19. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    8.5/10(501 votes)

    S2:E7

    To save a fatally injured mage, Uk gives Jin Mu a firm warning and asks Jin Ho-gyeong for help, who agrees to cooperate under one condition.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  20. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.5/10(567 votes)

    S1:E9

    Jin Ho-gyeong looks for her long-lost child. Jin Mu devises a plan to help end that search. Uk and Mu-deok are driven apart.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  21. Alchemy of Souls Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.5/10(584 votes)

    S2:E2

    Jin Ho-gyeong makes a family secret public. Jin Bu-yeon finds new shelter but realizes that her freedom is limited and time is running out.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  22. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.5/10(603 votes)

    S1:E6

    Seo Yul and Park Dang-gu visit Uk at his training ground. Mu-deok pushes her student to the extreme. Jin Cho-yeon prepares a wedding gift.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  23. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.5/10(705 votes)

    S1:E2

    When Mu-deok refuses Uk's proposal to form an alliance, he convinces her in other ways. Park Jin barricades Songrim to catch a spy.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  24. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.4/10(608 votes)

    S1:E5

    Mu-deok and Uk arrive at a secluded, empty cabin. Jin Mu orders a body dump. Jin Ho-gyeong offers protection for Uk... at a cost.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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  25. Alchemy of Souls Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    8.4/10(630 votes)

    S1:E4

    Uk suffers a fever and chills, much to Mu-deok's delight. The Crown Prince visits the Jang household, demanding a family heirloom and a show of respect.

    Director:Park Joon-hwa
    Writers:Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 19" is the best rated episode of Alchemy of Souls. It scored 9.2/10 from 736 votes. Directed by Park Joon-hwa and written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun, it aired on August 27, 2022. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 18".

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