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| The Story of Bi Hyeong: Enchanted Master of the Goblin Finale Recap — Did Bi Hyeong and Geum Bok Get Their Happy Ending? |
The 2025 Korean supernatural romance comedy-BL drama The Story of Bi Hyeong: Enchanted Master of the Goblin (비형전: 도깨비의 주인) has just closed its 12-episode run on iQIYI, and like a haunting whisper in the night, it leaves us with mixed emotions, lingering tension and plenty to dissect.
Directed by Park Ji Yoon, this quirky fantasy rom-com blends goblins, gumiho and an ordinary guy from the countryside in Seoul into a strange but compelling love triangle (or square?), and our hearts are still racing.
With charming visuals, playful tone and some narrative bumps, let's dive into what worked, what didn’t, and what the ending really means.
Quick Recap of The Story of Bi Hyeong: Enchanted Master of the Goblin Final Episode
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In the finale of The Story of Bi Hyeong: Enchanted Master of the Goblin, our trio settles their ancient curses and modern misunderstandings in one last supernatural-tinged showdown.
Hwang Jae Wook as Bi Hyeong (the goblin king) finally acknowledges that his attachment to Lee Cha Min’s Geum Bok isn’t just duty, but genuine bond; Geum Bok steps up, confronts his own power and willingly becomes Bi Hyeong’s “master”, changing the power dynamic they’ve danced around.
Meanwhile Kang Chan Woo (Gil Dal) and Nam Taek Jun (Ji Gwi, the gumiho) have their side arcs tied up: Ji Gwi’s age-old devotion to Gil Dal comes to light, causing ripples that ultimately lead to reconciliation rather than revenge.
Ghosts and vengeful spirits are dispatched, the home is secured, and the three-man cohabitation finds a peaceful rhythm.
The final moments show the characters stepping into a new “ordinary” life together — or as ordinary as a goblin king, a human actor and a gumiho can get — with hope in their eyes and unresolved promise in the air.
Cast & Characters Wrapped
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Bi Hyeong (Hwang Jae Wook): The centuries-old goblin king, feared and aloof, whose world is flipped when Geum Bok’s naïve charm and hidden power appear. His arc is about letting go of the “alone for ever” mindset and opening up to someone who challenges him.
Geum Bok (Lee Cha Min): A countryside dreamer turned Seoul actor-wannabe, scammed and lost, then pulled into the supernatural realm. His growth lies in accepting his strange fate and choosing to belong.Ji Gwi (Nam Taek Jun): The gumiho doctor with seductive motives, whose long-standing love for Gil Dal introduces emotional tension and surprise alliances.
Sam Sin (Seo Hee Seon – support role): The mystical undercurrent, subtly threading the ghost/curse element and acting as catalyst for many supernatural beats.
The Story of Bi Hyeong Enchanted Master of the Goblin Ending Explained
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The ending of this drama is more about choice over destiny than the characters simply fulfilling a prophecy.
Bi Hyeong’s initial identity as the powerful goblin king tied to a thousand-year curse is challenged by his bond with Geum Bok — it’s not only that Geum Bok becomes his “master” (flipping power roles) but that Bi Hyeong accepts he is no longer just a goblin of fate, he can be a partner.
Geum Bok, by entering this world of the supernatural, chooses to stay, instead of running from it.
Gil Dal and Ji Gwi’s arc says: survival isn’t enough, recognition is.
The ghosts and curses serve as externalised anxieties — unease about belonging, about identity, about power interplay.
In the end, the home they build – three lives under one roof – symbolises acceptance of the strange, the “other”, and the possibility that love doesn’t have to follow linear logic.
That said, the ending leaves room for more.
Not everything is tied up neatly; there’s suggestion of other supernatural forces still lurking and hints that the trio’s journey is far from over.
The finale is simultaneously a warm “we made it this far together” and a quiet “there’s more ahead”.
The Story of Bi Hyeong Enchanted Master of the Goblin Short Review
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I went in expecting a light-fantasy BL romp and The Story of Bi Hyeong delivered just that, with more ambition than I first thought.
The quirky premise, visuals and cast pulled me in, the pace was brisk (12 episodes, fairly short runtime) so it never overstayed its welcome.
The humour/romantic tension balance was pleasing, and especially the voice-over like artwork at each episode start gave it a very fresh feel.
That said, it wasn’t flawless.
The many characters introduced early on made the beginning a little confusing; the time-hops (present → 36 hours earlier → present) tripped me up; and sometimes the chemistry between the leads felt a tick under-built, given the high concept.
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It’s more about vibe than deep emotional excavation.
So, thumbs up for fun, refreshing supernatural BL with flair — just don’t expect something heavy-duty.
Giggle, swoon, enjoy.
TL;DR: A playful, visually-stylish supernatural BL series with a quirky co-habitation twist, good cast, solid entertainment; minor narrative bumps, but overall a fun ride.
The sheer number of new characters and supernatural rules at the start can feel overwhelming.
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The narrative’s non-linear time jumps could have been clearer.
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While the leads are attractive and expressive, the spark between Bi Hyeong & Geum Bok sometimes felt promised more than delivered.
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Some motivations (e.g., ghost vengeance, Ji Gwi’s initial angle) might leave casual viewers scratching their heads.
FAQ
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Q1: Is the ending happy or sad?
It’s mostly happy. The main characters survive, their relationships progress, and the cursed world is made safer. But it’s not a fairy-tale “everything ends permanently” wrap-up — there remains tension, future possibilities and bits of unresolved mystery. So happy with a little bittersweet nuance.
Q2: Was everything explained in the final episode?
No — some threads are left intentionally loose. The show signals more could happen, and some supernatural world-building remains open-ended.
Q3: Will there be a Season 2?
Possibly. According to recent comments from the production team, a second season of The Story of Bi Hyeong: Enchanted Master of the Goblin could happen depending on fan support and public enthusiasm. The original novel has a kind of sequel under a different character-name set, so there’s potential for expansion.
Q4: Do you need to understand every supernatural rule to enjoy it?
Not really. The show thrives more on mood, character interplay and visual fantasy than strict mythological logic — so if you’re fine going with the flow, you’ll be fine.
Q5: Is the chemistry strong between the main pair?
This is subjective — I found the chemistry decent, but some viewers might feel it could have been deeper. Given the complex set-up (goblin king + human actor + gumiho + bodyguard), the romance has to juggle a lot and sometimes sacrifices deeper moments for tone.
Final Thoughts
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If you’re into BL dramas with a supernatural spin (goblin king, gumiho, ghosts) and you like your rom-com with a dash of suspense and quirky world-building, The Story of Bi Hyeong is a smart pick.
It’s short, fun and visually engaging.
And yes — you should absolutely root for a Season 2: share your thoughts, memes, art, reactions.
Who knows, your enthusiasm might tip the balance.
What did you think of the ending — satisfying, or left you wanting more? Drop your take and maybe we’ll see Bi Hyeong and co. back again.