Originally I was not sure what to think about the drama. It seemed slow paced and initially did not appeal to me. However, I am glad to have been proven wrong. 'Empress Ki' really impressed me. The acting was superb and the storytelling really captured my attention. The chemistry between the actors was so real that I actually became quite invested in the characters and their love lives. The character development, while at times seems a bit rushed and in other cases delayed, did enhance the progression of the story. I would recommend.