Xiaosu Ren
main character
ONA
6.7
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- web series (ONA)
- Episodes
- 16
- Episode length
- 15 min
- Total watch time
- 4 hours
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- July 19, 2023 – October 25, 2023
- Source
- Other source
- Studio
- Passion Paint Animation
- Original creator
- Hui Shuohua De Zhouzi
- Age rating
- PG
- Country
- China
- AniList score
- 67/100
- Also known as
- Di Yi Xu Lie, Di-yi Xulie, The First Sequence
- Score across sites
- 7.52/10
Estimated watch time
4h
⚡ 4 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Post-Apocalyptic79%Urban79%Full CGI73%Male Protagonist20%
ONAFINISHEDRelease date TBA 6.7 / 10 AniList score
The First Order
第一序列• Diyi Xulie
Synopsis
Having endured a nuclear winter, humanity is no longer the master of this world. Species have mutated, and survival resources are scarce, leaving people to face an unpredictable future and environment fraught with constant crises. To protect themselves, humans have erected countless fortifications, yet many still live beyond the walls, eking out a meager existence by hunting in the wild. The protagonist, Ren Xiaosu, and his younger “brother,” Yan Liuyuan, are among them—bound not by blood but by a shared fate, the two grow ever stronger through sheer willpower, and at an unexpected moment, they awaken to superhuman powers. Driven by the need to make a living and safeguard his family, Ren Xiaosu leaves the town where he has always lived and ventures into the Border Mountains. Along the way, he faces attacks from wolf packs, man‑faced insects, and mutant creatures, all while his newfound abilities begin to unfold. Can Ren Xiaosu survive the dangers that lie ahead?(Source: Bilibili TV)
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Should you watch The First Order?
Probably, if you enjoy action, adventure and fantasy, especially stories with post-apocalyptic, urban, full cgi.
Reception is positive but mixed: 67/100 on AniList, with 55% of 220 ratings at 8/10 or higher.
About 7.0% of viewers drop it, which is typical.
At about 4 hours in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
16 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Hui Shuohua De Zhouzi
Where it fits in the series
- Start here. The First Order is the first entry in its story.
- Watch next: The First Order 2
Related entries
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The First Order FAQ
How many episodes does The First Order have?
The First Order has 16 episodes of about 15 minutes each, roughly 4 hours in total.
How long does it take to watch The First Order?
About 4 hours back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 8 days; at one hour a day, about 4 days.
Is The First Order finished?
Yes. The First Order has finished airing — the final episode aired October 25, 2023.
Is there a season 2 of The First Order?
Yes — the story continues in The First Order 2.
Where do I start The First Order?
Start here: The First Order is the first entry, followed by The First Order 2.
Is The First Order based on a other source?
Yes. The First Order adapts the other source by Hui Shuohua De Zhouzi.
Who animated The First Order?
The First Order was animated by Passion Paint Animation.
Where can I watch The First Order?
The First Order is listed on Bilibili, YouTube, Bilibili TV. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.