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The Best Episodes of Swords Into Plowshares Season 1

Every episode of Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Swords Into Plowshares Season 1!

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During the tumultuous period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, three determined youths—Qian Hongshu, Zhao Kuangyin, and Guo Rong—navigate the chaos of political upheaval and war as they strive to overcome the suffering caused

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
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    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    As war fractures the realm, young Qian Hongchu stumbles into a web of corruption and maritime intrigue. In the north, Zhao Kuangyin begins questioning a brutal political order that will shape both their fates.

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  2. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
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    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    After a palace fire exposes rot within Wuyue’s treasury, succession tensions erupt. As King Qian Yuanguan dies, factions move quickly — and Qian Hongchu finds himself caught between family loyalty and rising ambition.

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  3. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
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    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    With the throne newly claimed by Qian Hongzuo, blood is spilled to silence rivals. When Qian Hongchu secretly calls on Huanglong Island for aid, Wuyue faces a naval standoff that tests the limits of royal authority.

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  4. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
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    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Political maneuvering intensifies as Qian Hongzuo tightens control and sidelines powerful nobles. Meanwhile, in the north, Zhao Kuangyin witnesses a near-bloodless coup — and begins questioning what loyalty truly means in troubled times.

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  5. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    As northern armies crumble under betrayal, Qian Hongchu journeys through war-torn lands and confronts the human cost of chaos. A chance encounter with Guo Rong hints at alliances that could reshape the future.

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  6. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
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    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Bianliang descends into disorder. Amid imperial collapse, Zhao Kuangyin, Guo Rong, and Qian Hongchu cross paths at a pivotal moment — each forced to decide what kind of men they will become.

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  7. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
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    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    With enemy forces closing in, Chancellor Feng Dao prepares for a desperate defense. Moral lines blur as Guo Rong makes a ruthless call — and Qian Hongchu confronts the brutal logic of war.

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  8. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
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    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Under siege, alliances harden and ideals are tested. After witnessing both cruelty and conviction, Qian Hongchu begins shedding youthful naivety — while Zhao Kuangyin prepares a daring gamble to turn the tide.

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  9. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
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    #9 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    A risky strike by Zhao Kuangyin delivers hope at great cost. As supplies run dry and surrender looms, Qian Hongchu wrestles with the meaning of loyalty in a city abandoned by its own court.

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  10. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
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    #10 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    Bianliang falls into massacre. Refusing to bow to humiliation, Qian Hongchu openly defies the conqueror — triggering consequences that will define his reputation and alter the balance of power.

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  11. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
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    #11 - Episode 11

    S1:E11

    After the coup at Chen Bridge, Zhao Kuangyin ascends the throne, forcing former allies to choose sides. As the Song dynasty rises, Qian Hongchu must decide whether survival means resistance — or strategic submission.

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  12. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
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    #12 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    With Song authority consolidating, Zhao Kuangyin moves to disarm rival warlords through calculated diplomacy. Watching from Wuyue, Qian Hongchu studies the emperor’s methods — and begins rethinking his kingdom’s future.

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  13. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
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    #13 - Episode 13

    S1:E13

    As Song expands southward, pressure mounts on Wuyue’s borders. Torn between pride and pragmatism, Qian Hongchu confronts divided counsel within his court about whether independence is still worth the cost.

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  14. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
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    #14 - Episode 14

    S1:E14

    Internal dissent threatens Wuyue’s stability just as Song armies advance. When betrayal surfaces among trusted officials, Qian Hongchu discovers that preserving a kingdom may require painful sacrifices.

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  15. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 15 - Episode 15
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    #15 - Episode 15

    S1:E15

    Zhao Kuangyin eliminates remaining regional powers with decisive force, sending a clear message to neighboring states. Realizing isolation is no longer sustainable, Qian Hongchu quietly explores a path toward peaceful surrender.

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  16. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 16 - Episode 16
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    #16 - Episode 16

    S1:E16

    As tribute missions travel between courts, diplomacy replaces warfare but suspicion lingers. A private exchange between Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu reveals mutual respect beneath political calculation.

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  17. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 17 - Episode 17
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    #17 - Episode 17

    S1:E17

    Court factions in Wuyue resist submission, urging defiance against Song rule. Facing unrest at home, Qian Hongchu weighs personal legacy against the lives of his people.

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  18. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 18 - Episode 18
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    #18 - Episode 18

    S1:E18

    A final act of loyalty tests Wuyue’s military commanders. When hardliners push for one last stand, Qian Hongchu must decide whether heroism lies in battle or restraint.

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  19. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 19 - Episode 19
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    #19 - Episode 19

    S1:E19

    As Song authority tightens across the south, former rulers struggle to adapt. In Kaifeng, Zhao Kuangyin confronts the loneliness of power while ensuring stability through sweeping reforms.

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  20. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 20 - Episode 20
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    #20 - Episode 20

    S1:E20

    A crisis within the imperial court forces Zhao Kuangyin to rely on old alliances. Meanwhile, Qian Hongchu prepares for a defining decision that will permanently alter Wuyue’s fate.

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  21. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 21 - Episode 21
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    #21 - Episode 21

    S1:E21

    Choosing peace over pride, Qian Hongchu formally submits Wuyue to Song rule. The transition unfolds with surprising grace but not without quiet resentment from those who feel betrayed.

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  22. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 22 - Episode 22
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    #22 - Episode 22

    S1:E22

    Now a subject rather than a sovereign, Qian Hongchu navigates life inside the Song court. Trust is fragile as former kings adjust to a new hierarchy under Zhao Kuangyin.

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  23. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 23 - Episode 23
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    #23 - Episode 23

    S1:E23

    Political tensions resurface when rumors question Wuyue’s loyalty. Determined to prove his sincerity, Qian Hongchu risks everything to demonstrate unwavering allegiance to the empire.

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  24. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 24 - Episode 24
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    #24 - Episode 24

    S1:E24

    A military campaign tests Song unity, revealing cracks beneath imperial authority. Zhao Kuangyin must balance mercy and dominance as the burden of unification grows heavier.

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  25. Swords Into Plowshares Season 1 Episode 25 - Episode 25
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    #25 - Episode 25

    S1:E25

    As succession anxieties stir within the palace, alliances shift once more. Both Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu confront the fragility of the order they helped build.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Swords Into Plowshares" season 1. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/23/2026. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".