Munmu of Silla

This episode covers King Munmu of Silla, the 30th monarch and the first ruler of Unified Silla, focusing on his decisive role in finishing the unification of the Korean peninsula and breaking Tang China's grip during the Silla-Tang War (670-676). It highlights key victories like Maesoseong and Gibeolpo that forced Tang forces to abandon their attempted administration south of the Taedong River, along with Munmu's internal reforms that solidified the new Unified Silla state. The episode also addresses the famous legend of his underwater tomb, where he was said to become a sea dragon sworn to defend his kingdom forever.