how far into the novel is the mdzs show?

Yalthamen said:
Definitely agree with above that the novel is a great read you should give it a try.

Here is an analysis haha I think this is probably generally right. Coz I have too much time on my hands haha

S1, E 1-2 (present timeline) = novel chapters 1-10

S1, E 3-6 (flashback timeline, up until WWX is kicked out of Gusu) = novel chapters 11-18

S1, E 7 is basically filler, the archery competition discussion conference was only briefly mentioned in the book, but the scene of Wei Wuxian snatching off Lan Wangji's forehead ribbon is described in novel chapter 45

S1, E 8-15 (flashback timeline) = novel chapters 51-62

S2, present timeline = novel chapters 19-27

S2, flashback timeline = novel chapters 69-78

Since we know Season 3 is starting with the present timeline Yi City arc, Season 3 will pick up content starting with novel Chapter 28. BTW, if you were confused about the flashbacks in S2 at all, and you don't wanna read the whole novel, maybe try reading just that flashback arc covered in chapters 69-78, it's definitely worth it.