Episode 2 serves as a transition episode in which the newly selected consorts prepare to enter the palace. The Empress tragically passed and the position went to her younger sister Empress Yixiu. Furthermore, women (especially those within the harem) were not allowed to interfere with politics - leaving these conflicting decisions upon the Emperor alone, even if he is to favor one consort among the rest. On March 3 every year, Japan celebrates a special holiday dedicated to young girls. Despite their attempts to avoid suspicion, their romance became an ill-fated one, where Guo sacrificed himself for her life. The english is frequently such gibberish I cant believe it was ever passed. Empress Wanrong, consort of Puyi, the last Emperor of China, 1934. She pushed this to not only give Prince Guo a legacy but to also curb any indication that her biological son can usurp the throne if he remained in the Imperial lineage. Although its romantic, I felt awkward at timeslike when the Emperor talks about his first nights with the Empress, Hua Fei, and Empress Chunyuan. The difference here is that Zhen Huan and Meizhuang talk frankly about the awkwardness, whereas Lingrong mainly keeps it to herself. One of a series of 12 paintings from before 1732 titled Concubines / Beauties of the Yongzheng Emperor.. To see court fashions worn during the late 19th to early 20th century, Towards the Republic or For the Sake of the Republic (Zou Xiang Gong He in Chinese) is a must see although the costumes worn by the diplomats from Europe and America leave a lot to be desired. Initially, an innocent girl desiring nothing else but love. Then theres the bitchy bad-girl Consort Hua, who beginsas the Emperors favorite concubine, and she has the most over-the-top headdress when the showbegins, and as her crazy plots rise and fall, her hairstyles get more distinctiveand then becomesad and simple. Pretty much everything happens that can, except for sex (or even kissing! They have not seen much of each other, and the emperor is sending out troops to the border states. She had avoided the sexual tension between them from the day she entered the palace. Like Sophia is splitting at the seams, it appears she is mourning a child's death. Prince Guo's biological mother and the favourite concubine of the Kangxi Emperor who became a nun after his death. Now that Zhen Huan has sealed the deal, Lingrong feels even worse since she is the only newbie who hasnt slept with the Emperor. She is a very clever, socially skilled and well-educated lady with a keen eye for strategy. A highly ranked concubine unfavoured by the Emperor. I am finishing episode 32 as I write and since mid 20s they have become steadily more awful. She did not have family or friends outside the palace. Gorgeous costumes though. The Pepper Chamber was called jiao fang and has connections to the Empress. Or is it out on DVD region 1? Interestingly, Ruyizhuan's main character is Ruyi, who appears as Empress Ulanara in Yanxi Palace. Doing so on a small screen (with my aging eyes!) (2012) A young woman born of the Eight Banners' family marries the Emperor. Stay tuned. Although Empress Yixiu should have been given the title of Empress Dowager upon Yongzheng Emperor's death, a loophole in the previous Empress Dowager's command forces Empress Yixiu to remain Empress indefinitely instead. In the process, she transforms from a kind-hearted, clever girl to a power-hungry, manipulative woman. Original Webcomic. Advertisement. He and the Dowager Empress are choosing new additions to the Imperial harem. This is Meizhuang: http://g01.a.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1MKSZKFXXXXafXpXXq6xXFXXXi/TV-Play-font-b-Legend-b-font-font-b-of-b-font-Empress-font-b-Zhenhuan.jpg, Though I think her most iconic hairstyle is the one with the silk rose and blck/gold buyao: The Emperor of the Qing dynasty who is still deeply in love with his first wife, the Empress Chunyuan. The Yongzheng Emperor in full court garb, circa 1720s-30s. The Emperor is slowly poisoned as he ages and Zhenhuan meets with him one final time before announcing his death. Despite loving Zhen Huan, he ultimately falls in love with Meizhuang and fathers her daughter Princess Jinghe. Empress in the Palace, produced by Zheng Xiaolong in 2011, is based on Liu Lianzi's internet novel of the same name. Seriously TMI, Emperor! The Empress is hoping for YongZheng to join her for dinner with a full spread on her table with a sad look. The Koh-i-Noor diamond, which has been . The high squared hairstyle may be called qi tou, and it probably came into fashion in the 19th century. Younger half-brother of the Yongzheng Emperor. Apparently no one has ever said that to him, which I find pretty hard to believe. Imagine the 6-year run of Downton Abbey condensed into 6hours. She was Noble Consort Xi to the Yongzheng Emperor and mother of the Qianlong Emperor, shown here in full court garb circa 1751. 2011. Obsessed with Zhen Huan, their interaction leads to evidence of Zhen Huan and Prince Guo's relationship being collected. King of the Dzungaria who was rescued by Prince Guo and Zhen Huan when the latter was still a nun. I cant find a picture of trousers on someone who is clearly non-aristocratic, but I can find lots of photographs of aristocratic women where the gowns crease inwards in a way that looks like the legs are separated underneath and not smoothed by underdress. All 79 episodes. Raise the Red Lantern is one of my favorite movies, both for its visual beauty and its storytelling (even though, as you say, its depressing). She attempted to poison Zhen Huan's child but ended up accidentally poisoning Jingxian instead. Zhen Huan plots to return to the palace as a concubine but word reaches the Empress. Only other Eastern costume drama I can think of is Shogun. I definitely felt that there were some strange plots and events that just disappeared, which of course is explained if its been cut down from 76 to 6 episodes. One thought on " Zhen Huan recap episode 1 . Sail to Japan and Taiwan on the Holland America Westerdam. Shen Baoping as Zhen Yuandao, later Niohuru Yuandao. How fearsome! Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. He even creates a festive atmosphere by decorating the bedchamber in red and wearing a red overcoat. Her rank over the years is based on. According to legend, the Empress had difficulty conceiving a child, so her doctor advised that her palace walls be painted with a mixture of Sichuan pepper and mud (iNEWS) . Tags1720sactual researchAsianbangsbig hairbitchfightsChen TongxunChinagreat hairhistorical accuracyplaying fast & loose with historysurprise art history lessonThe Empresses in the Palace (2015)TVwacky hairwhat's wrong with soap operas, A self-described ElderGoth, Trystan has been haunting the internet since the early 1990s. The palace is in a tizzy with cleanup. Obviously, she gets chosen, along with two others, who will become her close comrades throughout herups and downs. Jun 11, 2016 - Explore Ellen C B's board "Empresses in the Palace", followed by 252,014 people on Pinterest. The character served as a cameo for the original author. EPISODE 1. Then when Zhen Huan has come out on top, shes the one wearing kingfisher blue hair ornaments. Is Zhen Huan really not like the other girls or did he choose her because shes like Chunyuan? WeXpats. You may want to watch twice to take it all in because theres so much to see. Both good and bad happen. This is part 6 of my Empresses in the Palace Rewatch Reviews series. (Season 1, Episode 8) [TV series episode]. See the Imperial Palace to get a feel for Japanese history and culture. Of course, a girl wants to hear how she is unique and I can see how Zhen Huan really takes the Emperors words to heart. The Emperor goes all out and takes her to the hot springs for their first night. . I was happy that Baby Emperor had finally abandon his fear and taking things into his hands, but I realized that I was also afraid; afraid that he would lose his playful self, his innocence, and his . At the same time, it was a symbol of fertility. While in period, lushlyembroidered or brocade silks would have been used, the series appears to have used printed fabrics often for the concubines gowns but accented them with deepborders of brocade trims to give a rich look that didnt bust the budget. This makes it hard to say exactlyhow historically accurate the TV show is. However, Li Pin is not as good at arguing as Zhen Huan. The emperor treated Zhen Huan very well and she thought that the emperor loved her, was very happy and also loved him. She always stands out in the crowd. TV Series Hot Netflix The opening scene for episode 3 of The Empress hovers around Elisabeth's marriage. Login to add items to your list, keep track of your progress, and rate series! . Unfortunately, her encouragement is not enough. She is the younger sister of Nian Gengyao. All rights reserved. Initially a maid in Imperial Garden, she witnessed first encounter between Yongzheng Emperor and Zhen Huan. The hot springs and floor are covered with rose petals. However, things are happening behind the scenes. "Empresses" centers its story on a girl named Zhen Huan. She and Su Peisheng were initially punished for having a relationship but the rules were changed so they could get married. It was edited down to six episodes, each with a ninety-minute duration. Zhen Huan is SO in love and believes in the Emperor. It must have been 10x more! Yongzheng Emperor's final will names Prince Hongli as his successor and the prince becomes the newly crowned Qianlong Emperor. Palace - Sushi Girl View Details . Qiu Yuebai was Ah Duo's lover. Yongzheng Emperor attempts to strip her titles as punishment but the Empress Dowager's will forbids him from doing so. She advises her mistress to try to see the Emperor, and not to overthink thinks. This day is known by many names, namely Hinamatsuri, Dolls Festival, Girls' Day, and Peach Festival. First Wife of Prince Hongli and ultimately Empress Fuca when he becomes Qianlong Emperor. We also see glimpses of the flower-pot or horse-hoof shoes Manchu women were famous for wearing; unlike the Han Chinese, known for foot-binding, the Manchu women wore these platform shoes rather like 16th-century Venetian chopines. Ranks: Lady Zhen () First Attendant Huan () Noble Lady Huan () Concubine Huan () Consort Huan() Concubine Huan ()Banished Consort, Concubine Huan () Nun Mochou () Consort Xi () Noble Consort Xi () Empress Dowager () / Empress Dowager Chongqing (), Ranks: 4th prince of the Kangxi Emperor () Prince Yong of the First Rank () Emperor () / Yongzheng Emperor (), Ranks: 17th prince of the Kangxi Emperor () Prince Guo of the Second Rank () Prince Guo of the First Rank () Prince Guoyi of the First Rank () (posthumously), Ranks: Lady Ula-Nara () Secondary Consort to Prince Yong of the First Rank () Step Primary Consort to Prince Yong of the First Rank () Empress () Her Highness of the Jingren Palace (), Ranks: Lady Nian () Secondary Consort to Prince Yong of the First Rank () Consort Hua () Noble Consort Hua () Consort Nian () Consort Hua () Second Attendant Nian () () Imperial Noble Consort Dunsu () (posthumously), Ranks: Lady Shen () Noble Lady Shen () Noble Lady Hui () Second Attendant Shen () Noble Lady Hui () Concubine Hui () Consort Hui () Noble Consort Hui () (posthumously), Ranks: Lady An () Second Attendant An () First Attendant An () Noble Lady An () Concubine An () Consort Li (), Ranks: Lady Qi () Secondary Consort to Prince Yong of the First Rank () Consort Duan () Imperial Noble Consort () Dowager Imperial Noble Consort (), Ranks: Lady Feng () Mistress to Prince Yong of the First Rank () Concubine Jing () Consort Jing () Noble Consort Jing () Dowager Noble Consort Jing (), Ranks: Lady Li () Mistress to Prince Yong of the First Rank () Secondary Consort of Prince Yong of the First Rank () Consort Qi (), Ranks: Lady Cao () Noble Lady Cao () Concubine Xiang (), Ranks: Lady Fang () First Attendant Chun () Noble Lady Chun () (posthumously), Ranks: Palace maid Chosen maid Yu () Second Attendant Yu () Commoner (), Ranks: Maid to Consort Hua Second Attendant Zhi (), Ranks: Lady Gwalgiya () Noble Lady Qi () Concubine Qi () Noble Lady Qi () Commoner (), Ranks: Lady Ye () Second Attendant Ye () Noble Lady Ning () Concubine Ning (), Ranks: Lady L () Mistress to Prince Yong of the First Rank () First Attendant Xin () Noble Lady Xin () Concubine Xin () Dowager Concubine Xin (), Ranks: Lady Xia () First Attendant Xia (), Ranks: Lady Fuca () Noble Lady Fuca (), Ranks: Lady Fei () Mistress to Prince Yong of the First Rank () Concubine Li (), Ranks: Maid at Prince Guo's Manor Second Attendant Ying () First Attendant Ying () Noble Lady Ying (), Ranks: Lady Uya () First Attendant Wu () Noble Lady De() Concubine De () Consort De () Empress Dowager () / Empress Dowager Renshou () Empress Dowager Xiaogong () (posthumously) Empress Xiaogongren () (posthumously), Ranks: Lady Yuan () Consort Shu () Dowager Consort Shu () Mother Chongjing (), Ranks: Personal maid to Lady Zhen Maid of Consort Xi Lady Niohuru () Secondary Consort to Prince Guo of the First Rank () Primary Consort to Prince Guoyi of the First Rank () (posthumously), Ranks: Lady Meng () Primary Consort to Prince Guo of the First Rank (), Ranks: Eldest son of Prince Guo of the First Rank (), Ranks: 5th prince of the Kangxi Emperor () Prince Heng of the First Rank (), Ranks: Primary Consort to Prince Heng of the First Rank (), Ranks: 10th prince of the Kangxi Emperor () Prince Dun of the First Rank (), Ranks: 18th prince of the Kangxi Emperor () Prince Shen of the Third Rank () Prince Shen of the Second Rank (), Ranks: Lady Zhen () Lady Niohuru () Primary Consort to Prince Shen of the Second Rank (. Empresses in the Palace: With Li Sun, Jianbin Chen, Qian Sun, Ada Choi. As do her young friends like An Ling-rong. She is not only jealous, but she is also lonely and heartbroken. Prince IV (Mother: anonymous maid) alive, but is spurned for being born to a maid in a scandal. and the Hofburg Palace. Huan attempted to avoid the Imperial Harem's politics but ultimately falls in love with Yongzheng Emperor at first, causing various schemes to be plotted against her and Meizhuang in retaliation. Many traditions are associated with this day, including decorating the house with Hina dolls, eating special dishes, and attending festivals. Despite being the oldest and son of Empress Yixiu, he is not favored by his father due to his lack of intelligence and awareness. Initially ordered to seduce Su Peisheng as a means of helping Zhen Huan return to the Imperial Court, she ultimately falls in love with him. Nov 3, 2016 - Explore Baleigh's board "Empresses in the Palace", followed by 525 people on Pinterest. DISCLAIMER: Frock Flicks claims no credit for images featured on this site unless noted. She even uses colorful language, despite her title meaning beauty. A troublemaker who is close to Concubine Zhen. The Empress begins to lose favor as her schemes against Zhenhuan backfire and she ultimately confesses to her role in her sister's death and several other crimes as a means of securing the position of Empress Dowager by all means. Interesting read, this post! Years of surviving in the Imperial Harem has shown to harden Zhenhuan and the series ends with her going to bed after a long day while her dreams replayed memories of her past. He is later adopted by Zhen Huan and reported to be her biological son. 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Initially a maid at Prince Guo's Manor, she is selected by Huanbi as a tribute to the Emperor due to her beauty. She gives birth to Prince Guo's child Yuanche but later dies due to being poisoned. Huanbi (), later Niohuru Yuyin (). In researching the clothing of this period, Im finding it hard to tell how much the fashions changed from early in the Qing Dynasty to later. Liu, L.L. Judeme Cothran. And finally, if this is how much the Emperor pampers Zhen Huan I cannot even imagine how much more he mustve pampered Chunyuan! https://www.britannica.com/biography/Yang-Guifei. She is strangled to death under Consort Hua's orders after catching the latter discuss conspiracy. Zhen Huan's son with Prince Guo and Princess Lingxi's twin brother. 2011 - 2012. Encyclopedia Britannica. This, or rather the full version, is also available on DramaCool at up to 720p HD with English subtitles. Yu Guannuzi is still making some of the most memorable villainous expressions ever , and her hatred has gone to the next level. Always passionate about costume, from everyday office wear to outrageous twisted historical creations, she has maintained some of the earliest online costuming-focused resources on the web. Initially appearing to rule the Imperial Harem as a benevolent Empress, she desires to be the only Empress and have the role of Empress Dowager like her predecessor. The Empress (German: Die Kaiserin) is a 2022 German historical drama series based on the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, starring Devrim Lingnau in the title role, and Philip Froissant as Emperor Franz Joseph.It was released on Netflix on 29 September 2022. This is part 16 of my Empresses in the Palace reviews. Trang ch> Jewel In The Palace Ep 33 Tagalog . Princess Wenyi (Mother: Cao Guiren) alive, currently still a baby, Britannica, T. Editors of Encyclopaedia (Invalid Date). Most of Liulianzi's scenes outlining her character profile were deleted from the final cut, but were shown during the author's own wedding. Despite not wanting to be selected, the titular Zhenhuan, then known as Lady Huan Zhen, forced to join the selection and ends up being chosen due to her resemblance to Empress Chunyuan. If you own the rights to content here and wish it removed, please contact us. Despite the scheming and evidence against them, the Empress is never punished due to her status and Empress Dowager's attempts at protecting Empress Yixiu due to the desire to keep the Ula-Nara clan's influence in the Imperial Court. Reading the subtitles and looking at the gorgeous costumes at the same time is hard! And, a storm festers in the palace thanks to the new consort, Yu Daying. Starring Li Sun, Jianbin Chen, Ada Choi. ), In the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Minghuang [Xuanzong] doted on the beautiful Consort Yang, spending his spring outings with her and his nights cavorting with her alone, Hua Fei compares Zhen Huan to Yang Guifei, an infamous consort of the Tang Dynasty. A young woman born from one of the Eight Banners family marries the Emperor. Sichuan pepper, like many other pungent spices, was considered a numinous substance, allowing communication with the spirit world. Zhen Huan's daughter with Prince Guo and Prince Hongyan's twin sister. Primary Consort to the 4th prince Primary Consort to Prince Bao of the First Rank Empress , Second Wife of Prince Hongli and ultimately Step Empress Ula-Nara after Empress Fuca's death. Game of Thrones S1E4 | Cripples, Bastards, and Broken Things | Movie Recap | GOT Season 1 Episode 4. recap. Imperial Physician who betrays Meizhuang under orders of Consort Hua by falsely confirming she was pregnant. She helps poison Yongzheng Emperor to death and commits suicide soon after. Yang Guifei. Since the Empress holds the title in name only, Ying Luo essentially becomes in charge of all matters in the Inner Palace. The disillusionment ultimately get to her and Huan asks to become a nun at Ganlu Temple along with Meizhuang. After surviving many murderous scandals and betrayals, she prevails as the most powerful woman in the Emperor's harem, the Empress Dowager. Possessive over his women, Yongzheng Emperor becomes suspicious of her loyalty as she becomes closer to his younger half-brother Prince Guo. Wala ng nagawa ang emperor kung hindi magsamang muli sila ni Sunny. Hi everyone! The decoration is likely just part of the age old issue of whether someone can afford it or not. Learn how your comment data is processed. Jingxian and Prince Guo's son. In 1722 China, betrayal, treachery and corruption torment the women in the imperial harem as they struggle to gain power and the Emperor's favor. Symbolic kingfisher ornaments all over her headdress (easily the most blinged-out hair in the whole series! Originally a candidate for Prince Hongshi's selection, she is rejected due to Prince Hongshi becoming enamored to Lady Ying. The Legend of Zhen Huan) is a 2011 Chinese television series based on the novel of the same name by Liu Lianzi. Another thing that makes researching Chinese historical fashion difficult are the various . Watch Empresses in the Palace. She commits suicide at his funeral. Prince Guo is revealed to be alive and the two attempt to cease their relationship now that Zhenhuan has returned to the Imperial Harem. Li Dan as Yun Xinluo, Madame Zhen, later Madame Niohuru, Maid to Yu Ying'er, and later to Zhen Huan, Maid at Zhen Manor, and later at Gwalgiya Manor, Head Eunuch of the Imperial Household Department, Second Head Eunuch of the Imperial Household Department, Maid to Lingrong, later executed for "causing" the death of Meizhuang. 11:36. Before leaving, Zhenhuan thanks Empress Yixiu for all the hard lessons she endured as a result of the latter's scheming and harm. She is the younger half-sister of Yongzheng's beloved first wife, Empress Chunyuan () and adopted mother of Prince Hongshi. Secondly, the Emperors infatuation and cruelty towards Zhen Huan eventually leave only bitterness in their relationship. Both Empresses and Yongzheng Emperor's mother, the Empress Dowager come from the Ula-Nara clan. Poisoned to death under the Emperor's orders. And she is actually one of Zhen Huans enemies. Imperial Consort Jin andEmpress Longyu, 1880s. Paralyzed after being punished by Nian early in the series. Their dream of growing old and gray together feels tragic in hindsight. Leave a Comment. (Director). Korean dramas, Chinese dramas, Taiwanese dramas, Japanese dramas, Kpop & Kdrama news and events by Soompi, and original productions -- subtitled in English and other languages. After surviving through many murderous scandals and betrayals, she prevails as the most powerful woman in the Emperor's harem, the Empress Dowager. The Empress closes its season, and all the conflicts come to a head. In the meantime, Hua Fei is stewing in jealousy and plotting her latest scheme. It's been ten years since my all-time favorite period harem drama, Empresses in the Palace ( Legend of Zhen Huan / Zhen Huan Zhuan 2011) first aired. She is later sentenced to death after attempting to poison her. (pro-tip for ladies in the harem!) Initially sides with Nian Shilan, but betrays her with Zhen Huan's support, leading to Consort Hua's downfall. She also reads many books, which makes the emperor like her even more. And this has a lot to do with what the series is about. Copyright 2007-2020 Frock Flicks, Trystan L. Bass, Kendra Van Cleave, & Sarah Lorraine Goodman. I think the comparison with Yang Guifei is very foretelling. (Writers), & Zheng, X.L. The 1,441-room Rococo palace is one of the most important . She still "hates" him. 09:00 hrs Central Time on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023. She is one of the two Dowager members that survive with Zhen Huan after Yongzheng Emperor's death. Much of the story revolves around the Emperor's concubines, including 17-year-old Zhen Huan, as they try to work their way into positions of power. (Will the Emperor be impressed if she tells him that? Directed by Zheng Xiaolong, it stars Sun Li in the title role of Zhen Huan. Empresses in the Palace takes place at the beginning of the 18th century, but most of the periodimages thatlook like the costumes in this TV series are from the 19th century. The Empress (Season 1) Recap & Ending Explained: Netflix teams with Sommerhaus Productions to have us witness 'The Empress', a German six-part series exploring the true-story telling of the journey of Duchess Elisabeth Amalie Eugenie (her true name in Bavaria), who struggles with herself and a family of royalty.In the series, we know her as Princess Elisabeth Von Wittelsbach of Bavaria. It's not hard to find the completed series of Legend of Zhen Huan on these commonly seen websites for Asi. Upon returning to the palace, Zhen Huan and the Emperor are in the honeymoon phase of their relationship. All Episodes. In the Japanese classic The Tale of Genji, the Emperor spoils his favorite consort, Kiritsubo no Koi, so much that discontent and rumors equating her to Yang Guifei spread through the land. How dreadful! Cao Qinmo's daughter, later adopted by Qi Yuebin. His legitimacy fueled a few schemes against Zhen Huan and escalated Yongzheng Emperor's paranoia against Prince Guo. Starring: Sun Li, Chen Jianbin, Ada Choi. Although it did not receive good reviews, the costumes are gorgeous! EXCLUSIVE: Netflix has acquired popular Chinese drama Empresses In The Palace for its U.S. service, cutting down the original series' 76 45-minute episodes into six 90-minute episodes. . Photograph by John Thomson via Wikimedia Commons. The Shoes. She helps Zhen Huan and Meizhuang adjust to their lives as nuns. Furthermore, Zhen Huan receives the highest honor of a pepper-painted room or pepper chamber (jiao fang). 1 Season. Ascend one of the most visited destinations in the world, Mt. In 1722, after the death of Kangxi Emperor, then Prince Yinzhen and his eight brothers were embroiled in a bitter power struggle for the Qing dynasty throne. Elisabeth writes about her intoxicating life of luxury and excesses to her father at the start of The Empress episode 6. Perhaps instead he will neglect other consorts even more than before. Despite her usual bravado, Hua Fei is teary-eyed when she spends the night alone. This is all youll see in bed! The name Jiaofang translates as peppercorn hall, because the interior wall of the hall was painted with a mixture that included Sichuan peppercorns to prevent insects., (More on the meaning of other auspicious symbols in this scene in the Bonus Details section). Oh, if you loved this you might want to try Rise the Red Lantern. But this series gives the women personal names, along with motivations, desires, and a surprising level of agency for the era and culture. They are together every chance they can, and the Emperor chooses her most of the nights when hes in the harem. Despite catching the attention of Yongzheng Emperor, she falls in love with Prince Yunxi. is adapted from a novel of the same name by Liu Lianzi.The story centers on the schemes between Emperor Yongzheng's concubines in the imperial palace duringthe Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). 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