For fans of danmei, one title sits at the peak of anticipation and anxiety: The Husky and His White Cat Shizun (Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun), or simply 2ha. As we move through 2026, the global demand for Chinese BL anime has never been higher, yet 2ha remains the “Final Boss”—the most difficult, controversial, and high-stakes story to bring to the screen.
While series like Mo Dao Zu Shi and Heaven Official’s Blessing successfully paved the way for Chinese BL donghua, 2ha presents a unique set of challenges that have kept fans on the edge of their seats for years.
The Inextricable Romance Problem
In most danmei donghua, studios can pivot toward a “censored-friendly” bromance by focusing on the mystery or action plots. However, 2ha is a different beast. The story of Mo Ran and Chu Wanning is built entirely on the foundation of their romantic and psychological connection.
The plot—revolving around redemption, the weight of two lifetimes, and the trauma of the past—simply doesn’t function if you remove the core relationship. For a Chinese BL anime to pass strict 2026 regulations while maintaining the soul of Meatbun Doesn’t Eat Meat’s original novel, the writers have to be masters of visual metaphor and “silent” storytelling.
Technical Ambition: Shizun’s World
Beyond the script, the technical requirements for a 2ha donghua are immense. This isn’t just a standard cultivation story; it’s a high-fantasy epic.
Animating Chu Wanning’s three holy weapons (especially the iconic Tianwen) requires a top-tier budget to meet fan expectations.
From the Summit of Life and Death to the Ghost Realm, the world-building is massive. Fans are looking for a studio like Sparkly Key or B.C May Pictures to step up, but the sheer length of the novel—over 300 chapters—makes pacing a monumental task.
The Shadow of “Immortality”
You cannot discuss 2ha without acknowledging the “elephant in the room”: the live-action adaptation, Immortality (Hao Yi Xing). Having been shelved for years, rumors in early 2026 suggest that the drama might finally be released in international markets.
This creates a “double-edged sword” for the donghua. On one hand, the release of the live-action could spark a massive resurgence in the fandom. On the other, the sensitivity surrounding the IP makes any studio hesitant to move forward until they see how the live-action is received by regulators.
Why Fans Are Still Holding Out Hope for 2026/2027
Despite the hurdles, the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter. With the final English volumes of the 2ha novel wrapping up in early 2026, the international audience has reached a boiling point.
The success of danmei donghua on platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll has proven that the “Global BL” market is a goldmine.
We’ve seen a shift in how studios handle Chinese BL donghua, moving toward high-quality, atmospheric storytelling that focuses on “destiny” rather than explicit content. This shift might be exactly what 2ha needs to finally get the green light.
Is 2ha unadaptable? Some say yes. But for the millions of fans who have followed Mo Ran’s journey from a cruel tyrant to a man seeking forgiveness, a 2ha donghua is the “holy grail.”
We might have to wait until late 2026 or even 2027 for a concrete trailer, but in the world of danmei, patience is a virtue we’ve all mastered. Whether it arrives as a “bromance” or a symbolic masterpiece, the “Final Boss” of Chinese BL anime is a challenge that the industry will eventually have to face.