In the first half, several topless character, both male and female. Several depiction of explicit sex acts, usually with a less than willing female. Several rape attempts. No genitals. In the second half, a full female nudity sequence, no genitals, no breasts.

Graphic depictions of whippings, both on male and female and various other tortures, specifically in the middle of the series (episodes 18-31). The main female protagonist is severely abused physically and morally several times and nearly dies as a result. Aftermath (whip marks, welts, clear pain) is shown explicitly.

One of the main protagonist is severely dependent on hard drugs: smoked and injected opium due to a wound he suffered in war. Instances of hallucination, violence, attempted rape, clouded judgment as a result. Other characters smoke and drink liberally. Several instance of drunk minor characters.

The abuse suffered by the main protagonist, both morally and physically, is severe and basically relentless. Several instances of war scenes, several explicit deaths, attempted suicides, explicit sadism and cruelty. The series has high production values and is realistic in its depictions.