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A Discovery of Witches (Season 1) introduces a world where witches, vampires, and daemons live precariously alongside humans. Unlike traditional gothic horror, the series is deeply rooted in the academic setting of Oxford University. The discovery of a lost alchemical manuscript, Ashmole 782 , serves as the catalyst for a geopolitical shift among the supernatural "Creatures," forcing a re-evaluation of the "Covenant"—a centuries-old law prohibiting inter-species fraternization. I. The Academic Gothic: Oxford as a Narrative Anchor
Based on Deborah Harkness’s bestselling All Souls trilogy, Season 1 serves as an intricate introduction to a hidden world of witches, vampires, and daemons.
The release is highly recommended for viewers who appreciate high-quality fantasy drama. It sets the stage for an epic story that spans time and magic, making it a must-watch for fans of supernatural lore.
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Her path crosses with (Matthew Goode), a mysterious and ancient vampire who is also a geneticist. Despite a centuries-old ban on interspecies relationships, Diana and Matthew form an alliance and eventually fall in love, setting off a chain of events that threatens the fragile peace of their hidden world and forces Diana to confront her true power.
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The series is acclaimed for its strong casting and stellar acting:
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At its core, A Discovery of Witches is a sophisticated reimagining of classic creature mythology. The story follows Diana Bishop (Teresa Palmer), a brilliant historian and reluctant witch who uncovers a bewitched alchemical manuscript, Ashmole 782, in Oxford's Bodleian Library. This discovery triggers a dangerous influx of vampires, daemons, and fellow witches, all desperate to claim the book. Among them is Matthew Clairmont (Matthew Goode), an enigmatic vampire geneticist.
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| Release Type | Resolution | Source | Bitrate (Video) | Audio Quality | File Size (Season) | |--------------|------------|--------|----------------|---------------|--------------------| | | 1080p | Streaming | ~5 Mbps | DD+ 5.1 (192 kbps) | ~12 GB | | HDTV (Sky One) | 1080i | Broadcast | ~8 Mbps (interlaced) | AAC 2.0 | ~10 GB | | BluRay Remux | 1080p | BluRay | ~30 Mbps | DTS-HD MA | ~150 GB | | x264-SH... (our focus) | 1080p | BluRay | ~8-12 Mbps | DTS 5.1 (1509 kbps) | ~25-30 GB | | x265 10-bit | 1080p | BluRay | ~4-6 Mbps | AAC/Opus | ~12-18 GB |