The Legend Begins. Korea's epic history comes alive in the blockbuster TV drama Jumong. 180 B.C. The Korean kingdom of Ancient Josun has fallen to China's Han Empire, leaving the land and its people divided. Rising from the turmoil, one man stands alone, destined to unite the nation and bring freedom to his people. Journey into the life of one of Korea's most legendary figures, Jumong (Song Il-Kook, Emperor of the Sea), founder of the Koguryo kingdom. Amid sweeping battles and equally sweeping romance, he embarks on an adventure to bring peace and glory to the land once more. Co-starring Han Hye-Jin (Be Strong Geum-Soon!), Jumong Volume 1 chronicles the coming-of-age trials of the unlikely young prince who would one day etch his name in history.