Twelve, which heralds the birth of Korea's action hero, finally unveiled itself on the 23rd (Saturday) and set off viewers' dopamine from the very first episode.
Twelve is an action hero drama where 12 angels battle against evil forces to protect the human world.
On the 23rd (Saturday), Twelve finally unveiled itself, capturing viewers' hearts with its intense impact from the first episode. According to Nielsen Korea's national ratings, the first episode recorded 8.1%, depicting the resurrection of the evil force 'Ogwi' that has awakened from a seal, alongside the 12 angels who have been by humanity's side for thousands of years, marking the beginning of an epic narrative. Notably, what caught attention was the vibrant character play of angels living in human forms.
From the moment of his first appearance, the tiger angel 'Taesan' (Ma Dong-seok) showcased overwhelming presence with his leopard-patterned outfit. As a representative of Angel Capital, he met with debtor 'Jo Yang-soo' (Shin Seung-hwan) in prison and remarked, "I have never once received money while doing this for the past 100 years," sparking curiosity about him and Angel Capital's identity.
Located within the Taesan building are 'Angel Capital' and 'Taesan Oriental Medicine Clinic.' The staff of Angel Capital, 'Won-seung' (Seo In-guk), 'Kang-ji' (Kang Mina), 'Jwi-dol' (Seong Yu-bin), and 'Mal-sook' (An Ji-hye), along with the doctors at the 100% healing-rate Taesan Oriental Medicine Clinic, 'Bang-ul' (Regina Ray) and nurse 'Doni' (Ko Gyu-pil), live in human forms, engaging in their daily lives, instantly drawing viewers into a unique worldview with fresh entertainment.
For some reason, the dragon angel 'Mir' (Lee Joo-bin) is living separately from her fellow angels and works as a museum curator. The angel manager 'Marok' (Seong Dong-il) visits her, saying, "You shouldn't be apart like this," trying to persuade her to stay together, but 'Mir' firmly rejects his suggestion with a resolute tone and an inscrutable expression. Soon, her anxiety is revealed as she stares at the necklace adorned with a dragon pattern, leaving viewers curious about the truth and abilities she is hiding.
The action of 'Taesan' and the angels begins in earnest with an extraordinary collection plan. The angels' activities are vividly showcased, starting with Taesan's punch action that KO's opponents in one hit, followed by 'Won-seung' swiftly maneuvering between walls, and 'Kang-ji' and 'Mal-sook' instantly subduing thugs much larger than them. Observing these moments through CCTV, 'Jwi-dol' collaborates, while 'Doni' takes down a fleeing operator with a heavy blow, creating intense action sequences that hold viewers' attention. Each character's diverse and delightful play demonstrated a synergy that captivated the audience.
Meanwhile, the appearance of the evil forces led by dark powers flipped the mood. The priest 'Samin' (Kim Chan-hyung), who revealed himself among the dark followers in a gloomy cave, awakens 'Ogwi' (Park Hyung-sik), which elevates the tension to its peak. Finally, the overwhelming silhouette of 'Ogwi,' having awoken from the seal, decorates the first episode's ending, leaving viewers with an unbearable thirst for the second episode. Anticipation is rising for how the massive war that the 12 angels must face against the threat of the renewed evil forces will unfold.
With just the first episode, Twelve presents a new standard for the fantasy action genre, equipped with characters, action, humor, and a worldview in perfect harmony. It airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:20 p.m. on KBS 2TV's weekend miniseries and is available for global viewers on Disney+ shortly after.
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