“Princess Yongning survives coup, disguises as male strategist Li Chang Ge to avenge family in Tang Dynasty.”
Song of the Long March
長歌行
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Synopsis
Princess Yongning survives coup, disguises as male strategist Li Chang Ge to avenge family in Tang Dynasty.
Shortly after astrology predicts destruction to befall the Tang Dynasty, a coup d'état led by the crown prince Li's very own brother kills him and his wife and sons. Li's daughter, princess Yongning, manages to escape, but is soon declared dead alongside her family. Full of wrath, the princess swears to avenge them as she takes on the identity of a young man, Li Chang Ge, and moves to the Shou province to advance her goals. Li Chang Ge uses her wits to gain the trust of the Shou emperor and swiftly climbs the military ranks as a brilliant strategist. Captivatingly drawn, Song of the Long March portrays the feisty girl's adolescent journey toward countless unknown adventures, faithful comradeship, as well as formidable enmity awaiting her along the way.
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σ 0.95 · scores cluster tight
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↓ 0.58
Running avg · Sep 2013 → Apr 2026
- 10 “The beautiful art, perfectly complex plot, and intelligent, powerful, and flawed characters make this manga an absolute masterpiece. I have no criticisms to offer, as the experience completely blew...”
- 9 “The art is truly exceptional, ranking alongside masterpieces like Vagabond and Berserk, while the characters and story are compelling enough to have inspired me to learn Classical Chinese just to...”
- 10 “This work excels with its dynamic, serious political plot and well-developed, realistic characters, particularly the strong and cunning female lead. The soft, elegant art style perfectly...”
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A Manhua Publication
- Published Feb 2011 – ongoing
- Source Manhua media type
- Ref. BS-M19953 catalog