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The Best Episodes of The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1

Every episode of The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1!

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When a secret from the past rears its head, respected warrior Feng Zhiwei is forced to choose between revenge and her loyalty to ruling prince Ning Yi.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.9/10(38 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Wary of a power struggle, the Tiansheng emperor decides to send away Ning Yi, who spends his days weaving silk and rueing a traumatic event in his past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(27 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Feng Zhiwei intervenes when Madam Yuhua bullies courtesan Zhu Yin. An assassination stirs the court. The other princes see Ning Yi as a growing threat.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.3/10(23 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Ning Yi keeps up his disguise when Zhiwei arrives at the Prince of Chu's residence. Zhiwei is forced by her mother to swear she'll never marry Ning Yi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.9/10(15 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    The emperor confronts his sons about the rumors regarding the Dacheng prince. Yuhua suspects a link between Zhiwei and the fallen Dacheng Empire.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.6/10(15 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Following Ning Chuan's campaign against the Bloody Pagoda, the suspicious emperor appoints Ning Yi to investigate -- but Chief Gu's cooperation is key.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.9/10(14 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Chief Gu uncovers the conspiracy behind the Bloody Pagoda. Madam Yuhua goes to town and hears a story about Gu Heng and the infant Dacheng prince.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.8/10(14 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    Ning Yi finds the document inscribed with information about Zhiwei's and Feng Hao's identities. Qiu Shangqi sends out a search party to catch Zhiwei.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    8.2/10(15 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    After making a fateful pact, Chief Gu and Ning Yi involve Qiu Shangqi and Qiu Mingying in a scheme to ensnare Ning Chuan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    7.8/10(13 votes)

    #9 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    Zhu Yin helps Ning Yi get to the bottom of the killings linked to the Bloody Pagoda. Headmaster Xin suggests a ploy for Ning Chuan to test Ning Yan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    Ning Chuan reveals to Headmaster Xin his plans to overpower Duke Chang. Disguised as a man, Zhiwei begins work at the House of Lanxiang.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    #11 - Episode 11

    S1:E11

    Ning Yan falls for Headmaster Xin's sorcery trick, confirming Ning Chuan's suspicions -- and Headmaster Xin increasingly gains Ning Chuan's trust.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    7.7/10(12 votes)

    #12 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    Zhu Yin and Zhiwei suspect a plot by Ning Chuan to poison Ning Yi, but the emperor also falls ill. Duke Chang struggles to regain Ning Chuan's trust.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    7.7/10(12 votes)

    #13 - Episode 13

    S1:E13

    A mysterious new bodyguard stalks Zhiwei. Ning Yi sends Zhiwei to the East Palace to swap an artifact, resulting in grave consequences for Ning Yan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    7.7/10(12 votes)

    #14 - Episode 14

    S1:E14

    Ning Yi confronts Ning Yan about his role in Ning Qiao's downfall. Ning Sheng suspects Ning Yi is involved in the scandal surrounding the wooden figure.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 15 - Episode 15
    8.0/10(12 votes)

    #15 - Episode 15

    S1:E15

    Headmaster Xin brings the sorcerer to Ning Yan, but an imposter hides behind the mask. The guilt-ridden emperor scrutinizes Ning Chuan's story.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 16 - Episode 16
    7.7/10(12 votes)

    #16 - Episode 16

    S1:E16

    Princess Shao Ning complains to Ning Chuan about her encounters at Qingming Academy. Ning Yi struggles to solve the mystery behind his illness.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 17 - Episode 17
    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #17 - Episode 17

    S1:E17

    Ning Chuan sees the ring on Zhao Yuan and thinks it's a trap. Ning Yi orders his men to find Zhiwei, but Duke Chang is a step ahead.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 18 - Episode 18
    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #18 - Episode 18

    S1:E18

    Ning Chuan plans a staged Bloody Pagoda assassination, but a counterscheme is in motion. Zhiwei appears at the imperial ceremony to select top scholars.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 19 - Episode 19
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #19 - Episode 19

    S1:E19

    At court, Chief Gu reveals Ning Chuan's Bloody Pagoda connections. Disillusioned with Ning Yi, Zhiwei ingratiates herself with the emperor.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 20 - Episode 20
    7.9/10(12 votes)

    #20 - Episode 20

    S1:E20

    The emperor gets to the bottom of Ning Qiao's case. Shao Ning unknowingly helps Zhiwei identify the culprit behind an attempt to poison Ning Yi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 21 - Episode 21
    8.1/10(12 votes)

    #21 - Episode 21

    S1:E21

    Ning Yi warns Zhiwei about the Chang clan and confronts the emperor over his mother's death. Duke Chang and Ning Sheng try to conspire with Ning Chuan.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 22 - Episode 22
    8.1/10(12 votes)

    #22 - Episode 22

    S1:E22

    Ning Yi anticipates Duke Chang and Ning Chuan's next move. Zhiwei struggles to convince Ning Yi to spare Ning Chuan's life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 23 - Episode 23
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #23 - Episode 23

    S1:E23

    The courtiers pass verdict on Duke Chang's fate, but Ning Yi takes matters into his own hands. Shao Ning asks Qiu Shangqi about Zhiwei's past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 24 - Episode 24
    7.9/10(13 votes)

    #24 - Episode 24

    S1:E24

    With Ning Yi's help, Zhiwei forces Qiu Shangqi to retract his ultimatum and cave into her demands. Shao Ning is determined to avenge Ning Chuan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Rise of Phoenixes Season 1 Episode 25 - Episode 25
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #25 - Episode 25

    S1:E25

    Ning Qi's return worries his mother, Lady Wang. Zhiwei comes up with a solution when Ning Qi expresses concerns about the horse market to the emperor.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The Rise of Phoenixes" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 38 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/14/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".