This drama depicts the turbulent period spanning from the reign of King Taejo (born Lee Seong Gye), the founder of the Joseon dynasty, to King Sejong.
AWARDS
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient |
| 1997 | KBS Drama Awards | Grand Prize (Daesang) | Yoo Dong-geun |
| 1997 | KBS Drama Awards | Top Excellence in Acting Awards, Best Actor | Kim Mu-saeng |
| 1997 | KBS Drama Awards | Top Excellence in Acting Awards, Best Actress | Choi Myung-gil |
| 1997 | KBS Drama Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Seon Dong-hyuk |
| 1998 | 34th Baeksang Arts Award | Best TV Actor | Yoo Dong-geun |
| 1998 | 34th Baeksang Arts Awards | Technical Award, Costume Department |
