What’s Dropping?
If you’re into Chinese anime, there’s a new series you should keep an eye on: “GoWest: Overworked“ (original title: 大俠請上功 ), OR “Da Xia Qing Shang Gong” It just launched on Bilibili on May 13, with new episodes airing every Tuesday at 11:00 AM (China time). The premiere dropped 2 full episodes, and the first season will run for 10 episodes total.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FGxWchS0HcYou can catch it on Bilibili globally, and if you’re in Taiwan, it’s also streaming on the Bilibili YouTube channel under “嗶哩嗶哩動畫”.
Table of Contents: GoWest: Overworked 2025
The Premise – Punk Meets Wuxia
Alright, here’s the rundown: 50 years ago, this fantasy version of ancient China was attacked by something called “Chaos”, and a cult leader named Murong Qiong stepped up with his dark army to fight it off. It didn’t go well—until a literal celestial being (Yizhihua) dropped in and handed out a special technique that turns people into demons (yes, really).
It worked… for a while. But after the god dipped, the power went nuts. Murong, fed up with the madness, went off the grid and disappeared.
Enter his ex-lieutenant Yu Huabing, who took the demon powers and tweaked them into something new: Punk Qi—a wild energy that sparked a booming new age, but came with a nasty side effect. Now everyone’s addicted to leveling up and obsessed with “power grinding,” turning into mindless 功怪 (literally “Power-Up Freaks”).
The Comeback Kid
This is where Dongfang Sheng comes in—a good-hearted kid who’s sick of this power-hungry madness. He finds Murong hiding out at a place called the “GoWest Inn” and begs him to help bring back the old school honor of the martial world.
What follows is part action, part comedy, and a whole lot of “what the hell is going on?” kind of fun. Think steampunk Taoists, chaotic martial arts politics, and characters that are weird, broken, and somehow lovable.
Art, Vibes, and Voice Cast
The animation style? Gritty with splashes of punk color. It’s got that China anime energy—cool designs, heavy themes, and some real world-building muscle behind it. The studio Baiman Culture is behind it, and it’s being pushed hard on Bilibili.
Here are a few main voices you’ll hear:
- Murong Qiong – voiced by 零柒 (Ling Qi)
- Dongfang Sheng – 久川 (Jiu Chuan)
- Yu Huabing – 崔凱 (Cui Kai)
It’s not just another power fantasy. This one’s got commentary, personality, and a solid punch of satire—especially around how everyone’s burned out chasing power, hence the very fitting nickname GoWest: Overworked.
Final Thoughts
If you’re following Donghua News and looking for something offbeat but sharply made, this series is worth your time. It’s rare to see a Chinese anime tackle the idea of grind culture with such bold flair. Whether you’re here for the lore, the punk aesthetic, or just weird mutant martial arts action—GoWest: Overworked might just surprise you.
Stay tuned each week and see how this chaotic quest to restore the Jianghu plays out.
