The Advisors Alliance

In the late 2nd Century AD China, Sima Yi (Wu Xiu Bo), born to a government official's family, demonstrates extraordinary intelligence from a young age. He rises through local government ranks and marries the clever Zhang Chun Hua (Liu Tao) during the turbulent final days of the Eastern Han Dynasty. As war erupts between warlords, Sima Yi catches the attention of a powerful leader and becomes crucial to the political landscape. After the warlord's death, his son Cao Pi (Li Chen) seeks Sima Yi's strategic assistance in a power struggle to succeed his father. Cao Pi ultimately aims to topple Emperor Xian and establish a new national government. Together, they navigate complex political intrigue and battle for control, with Sima Yi's brilliant mind serving as a key instrument in their ambitious plans. This historical drama chronicles the real-life events of Sima Yi, a pivotal figure who lived from 179 to 251 AD and played a significant role in reshaping Chinese political history. "The Advisors Alliance" is a 2017 Chinese historical drama directed by Zhang Yong Xin.