Top 10 Donghua of Winter 2026 – Community Picks

Donghua continues its incredible growth in 2026, and the Winter season was no exception. Here are the top 10 donghua series as voted by the TopAni community.

The Rankings

#1 Renegade Immortal (仙逆) — Dominating the charts for multiple seasons now, Renegade Immortal continues to captivate audiences with its cultivation storyline and stunning animation quality. It held the #1 spot for most of the season.

#2 Battle Through The Heavens (斗破苍穹) — A perennial fan favorite, Battle Through The Heavens maintained its strong position throughout Winter 2026. The ongoing story keeps fans coming back week after week.

#3 Purple River 2nd Season (紫川 第2季) — The second season of Purple River climbed the ranks quickly, earning praise for its improved animation and compelling narrative.

#4 The Swords 2 (剑来 第二季) — This cultivation series continued to build its fanbase with intricate world-building and satisfying character development.

#5 Throne of Seal (神印王座) — Consistently appearing in top rankings, Throne of Seal delivered another solid season of fantasy action.

Why Donghua Is Growing

Chinese animation has seen explosive growth in recent years, with production quality rivaling Japanese anime. Series like Renegade Immortal and Battle Through The Heavens showcase the best of what donghua has to offer — epic cultivation stories with high-quality 3D animation.

Vote for Your Favorites

Think we got it wrong? The rankings are entirely decided by fans like you. Cast your vote in this week's donghua poll, or explore the full historical rankings to see how the landscape has evolved since 2024.