This series is adapted from the classic Japanese manga Hikaru no Go, written by Yumi Hotta and illustrated by Takeshi Obata. By chance, Shi Guang discovers an ancient Go board and meets Chu Ying, the greatest Go player of the Southern Liang dynasty, who has been trapped inside it for a thousand years. Under Chu Ying's influence, Shi Guang gradually develops an interest in Go and vows to become a professional player.