Three Kingdoms History: Officer Names

Shu civil officer, he served Liu Shan even after the surrender to Jin.

Recommended by Xun Yu, Xi Zhicai became a valuable officer to Cao Cao.

Authored the Han/Jin historical text, Han Jin chunqiu.

One of the Ten Regular Attendants. Killed by Yuan Shao and Cao Cao.

* You may also see him referenced as Xia Hui (‘暉’ can be ‘Hui1’). In this case, we have sided with the Moss Roberts and Brewitt-Taylor translations.

Xiahou Yuan’s son. Originally served Wei, betrayed to Shu. Attacked Didao with Jiang ...

Brother of Xiahou Shang. Slain by Yan Yan at Tiandang mountain.

One of Cao Cao’s original officers, with civil and military talent. Lost an eye ...

* Xia Hou is the double barreled surname, Dun is the given name in this instance.

Carried Cao Cao’s Blue Blade. Cut down by Zhao Yun at Dangyang.

Fourth son of Xiahou Yuan. Fought well against Shu’s Zhuge Liang.

Third son of Xiahou Yuan. Fought alongside his brother He on the front lines.

Jin officer. Appointed to do battle with the Qiang tribes.

Son of Xiahou Dun. Titled Marquis of the Imperial Domain following his fathers death.

Xiahou Dun’s nephew. Captured at Mt. Dingjun, but traded for Chen Shi.

Xiahou Yuan’s second son. Campaigned against both Shu and Gongsun Yuan.

General who assisted Zhong Hui in taking Shu.

Served Cao Fang. Killed by Sima Shi for plotting against him with Li Fang and Zhang Qi.

Xiahou Dun’s brother. Famed for his attacks against the western barbarians.

* Xia Hou is the double barreled surname, Yuan is the given name in this instance.

Served Shu. Xiang Chong’s older brother. Died fighting Hanjia barbarians.

Served Liu Biao then Liu Bei. Defended rear flank in the northern campaigns.

Xiang Lang’s son, he was a man of great learning.

A military officer in Wu. Served under Lu Xun during Yiling.

Younger of Wu’s Qiao Sisters. Sister to Da Qiao. Married to Zhou Yu.

* Xiao (小), in this context, translates to ‘Little’, thus ‘Younger’. Rather than refer to her as the ‘Younger Qiao’, the name Xiao Qiao has become a popular alternative. Da Qiao and Xiao Qiao were names first used by KOEI in Dynasty Warriors 3 when the characters were introduced.[Note that Da4 and Xiao3 can still be used in context in modern times when used in families, also that it’s usually the surname used after the “Da/Xiao” part] for example someone called Qiao Zhi Lian, and their sister Qiao Zhi Li, may be called in families Da/ Xiao Qiao!]

Served Wu. In novel, but not history, killed by Zhang Bao in battle with Shu.

An follower of Cao Shuang, his sister warned him to stay loyal.

Xin Ping’s younger brother. At first a vassal of the Yuan’s, he later served ...

An officer of Han Fu, he later served the Yuan’s loyally when Fu fled.

Sister of Xin Chang. Advised him to go to Cao Shuang’s camp, saving his life.

A hardy commander of Liu Du. Killed in battle with Liu Bei. In the novel, by Zhao Yun.

* His name is incorrectly translated as ‘Xing Darong’ in some Brewitt-Taylor editions.

Raised revolt against the Han but was put down by Zang Min and Sun Jian.

One of Cao Cao’s trusted guards and a commander. Leader of the Tiger Guard.

* His name is frequently written ‘Xu Zhu’, but this is incorrect. Nicknames include ‘Mad Tiger’ and ‘Tiger Lord’.

Advisor of Zhang Miao who subsequently joined Lü Bu.

Officer of Liu Bei in Xuzhou. Opened the gates for Lü Bu when he attacked Zhang Fei.

Prefect of Wu Territory. Executed by Sun Ce for having relations with Cao Cao.

Served Cao Cao. Famous for breaking the siege of Fancheng against Guan Yu.

Xu Shao’s brother. A vassal of Liu Zhang and, later, Shu. Said to be an able critic.

The son of Xu Zhen and Sun Ce’s cousin whose strength was valued by Sun Ce. Died ...

Officer of Wei who held the post of Grand Minister of Agriculture.

A scholarly man of utmost honesty, he refused to serve Yuan Shu and returned the imperial ...

* Also Xu Jiu. Styled Mengyu (孟玉), Mengben (孟本), or Mengping (孟平). Sometimes found as Xu Liu.

Officer of Dong Zhuo. Ambushed and shot by Cao Cao. Killed by Xiahou Dun.

A specialist of personalities living in Runan. Praised Cao Cao. Later served Liu Yao.

* Appears in Destiny of an Emperor by the name of Xu Shou. If you say this person’s surname followed by style name it would become “Xu2 Zi3jiang1” because of the third tone after the Xu3.

Served in Chibi and Wu’s invasions into Wei. Tricked Cao Pi with a fake wall.

One of Sima Hui’s students. Served Liu Bei, then later, through trickery, Cao Cao.

* Also went by the name Shan Fu (單福).

Officer of Wei who served from Cao Cao through to Cao Rui.

Son of Xu Chu. Led the attack on Nanzheng, but was defeated by Shu’s Lu Xun.

An officer of Sun Ce. Participated in battle against Chen Yu.

A man from Dongguan who was involved in the defeat of Ma Chao.

Childhood friend of Cao Cao. Betrayed Yuan Shao to Cao, but was killed by Xu Chu.

Son of Xu Chang. Killed by Sun Jian along with his father.

* Xu Hao in some Brewitt-Taylor translations. Xu Zhao’s name is a bit of a mystery. Xu Chang (probably Xu Zhao’s) staged a rebellion in Kuaiji (or Xu Zhao did) and Xu Zhao was either leader (HHS 102), sole son by the name of Xu Shao, associated leader by the name of Xu Shao (SGZ Wu 1), or two sons named Zhao and Shao. In any case, Xu Zhao 昭 seems most likely as Shao 韶 may have been used in Sanguozhi to avoid a taboo on Sima Zhao’s name.

Married to Sun Jian’s younger sister.

Minister of Wei. Reccomended Guan Lu to Cao Cao. Later convinced Cao Pi to take the throne.

Served Liu Yao with Zhang Ying. Killed by his former ally Ze Rong.

Wu official who served as an envoy to Shu. Warned Sun Xiu that Shu was on verge of collapse.

One of the collaborative authors behind the Wu shu (Wu History).

Took part in conquering Vietnam, skilled in debate and composition.

Younger brother of Xun Yu. Advised Han Fu on administration. Later served Yuan Shao.

* Xun Chen’s name is misrepresented in numerous sources, including: Pinyin Brewitt-Taylor chapter 7 as Xun Chang, chapters 22 and 26 as Xun Shen; Moss Roberts chapter 7 as Xun Chan, chapters 22 and 26 as Xun Shen; Zizhi Tongjian as Xun Shen. And in hoards of sites and games. You will see these mistakes wherever you see the 諶 character.

Served Yuan Shao then Cao. Son of Xun Shu, father of Xun Yu. One of the ‘Eight Dragons’.

Son of Xun Shu, uncle to Xun Yu, one of the ‘Eight Dragons’

Son of Xun Shu, uncle to Xun Yu, one of the ‘Eight Dragons’

Officer of Wei. Saved Zhong Hui at Nanzheng by shooting Lu Xun.

Son of Xun Shu, uncle to Xun Yu, one of the ‘Eight Dragons’

Grandfather of Xun Yu.

Fast tracked by Dong Zhuo, he calmed Zhuo down when Yang Biao angered him.

* Also known as Xun Xu.

Son of Xun Shu, uncle to Xun Yu, one of the ‘Eight Dragons’

Son of Xun Shu, uncle to Xun Yu, one of the ‘Eight Dragons’

Inspector of the Palace Writers. Chen Shou’s nemesis in the Jin court.

Brother of Xun Yu, he defeated Gao Gan’s surprise attack.

Uncle of Chen Tai, was sent by Sima Zhao to fetch Chen Tai after Cao Mao’s death.

Advisor of Cao Cao. Xun Yu’s brother. Died grieving Cao Cao’s interest in ...

* His name is pronounced differently from Xun Yu’s.

Brother of Xun You, a very talented advisor under Cao Cao. Commited suicide.

* The reason we have Xun Yu and Xun “You” is because, though the sounds are the same (both Yu), they’re pronounced Yu4 and Yu1, the You idea, I suppose, comes in for foreign readers who cannot see the tones.

Son of Xun Shu, uncle to Xun Yu, one of the ‘Eight Dragons’

Fictional. Prime Minister to King Cheliji of the Western Qiang.

* Frequently written ‘Ya Dan’.

Fought with Sun Ce, but was defeated. Killed by Dong Xi.

* ‘白虎’ translates to ‘White Tiger’, thus his alleged Chinese name of Yan Baihu actually reads ‘White Tiger of Yan’, as he appears in several English books. Yan Baihu was recorded in history by his nickname. His real name, if he actually had one, is unknown.

Officer of Gongsun Zan. Led Zan’s army at Jieqiao, but was killed by Qu Yi.

* Some versions of novel call him Yan Guang.

Refused appointment as Lu Su’s successor but was unable to ride a horse

A fierce general in service under Yuan Shao. Beheaded by Guan Yu.

Vassal of Zhang Lu. Advised Lu on the defence against Cao Cao.

Officer of Wei. Campaigned with Cao Cao against the Wuwan.

Captured by Ma Chao, when dragged before the walls, he urged the defenders to fight on.

Advised Yuan Shu not to attack Sun Ce, but rather to defend against Lü Bu.

Served Liu Zhang, but surrendered to Zhang Fei after being defeated by him.

Yan Baihu’s brother. Killed by an enraged Sun Ce after suggesting that Sun Ce join ...

* Also said to be Yan Xing in Dynasty Tactics 2.

Given rank by Huang Hao. Talentless. Disbanded Jiang Wei’s defense of Qishan Hills.

* Yan Yu’s name is incorrectly translated in the Brewitt-Taylor as ‘Yan Yun’.

Officer of Zhang Bao. Killed Bao when defeat was inevitable.

Shu officer. Died in the year following Kongming’s occupation of Hanzhong.

Officer of Zhang Lu. Fought against Cao Cao at Yang Ping.

Officer of Zhang Lu. Killed by Ma Chao when Chao defected to Liu Bei.

Killed his former lord Zhang Yang, for Cao Cao, but in turn was killed by Sui Gu.

Betrayed Li Jue to help Emperor Xian. Served Yuan Shu then Lü Bu. Killed by Bei’s ...

Man chieftain. Ally of Meng Huo, who later betrayed to help Zhuge Liang.

* Referenced incorrectly as ‘Yang Fang’ in Brewitt-Taylor’s translation and other sources.

Official of Wei who was involved in the defeat of Ma Chao.

Served Liu Zhang and remained in service under Liu Bei. Provincial Secretary.

A talented Jin officer. Held Xiang Yang. Formed a friendship with Lu Kang of Wu.

Officer of Liu Zhang. Executed after an attempt to assassinate Liu Bei.

Champion General under Jin. Controlled the field armies during the invasion of Wu.

Historically sent to give gifts to Cao Xiu. In the novel, slanders Liu Ye to Cao Rui.

A widely admired offical, he established schools in area’s he governed and helped ...

Served Shu. Yang Yi’s brother, died at 17 but was known for virtue.

Imperial Corps Commander. Persuaded Guo Si not to kill Yang Biao.

Imperial Counselor to Emperor Xian. Advised through Li Jue and Guo Si’s abuse.

One of Han Sui’s Eight Knights. Sent by Han Sui to Cao Cao as an envoy of peace.

Shu officer. Died in the year following Kongming’s occupation of Hanzhong.

Officer of Zhang Lu. Fought well against Cao Cao’s forces at Yang Ping.

* He is called Yan Ren in the online version of the novel and possibly in other sources.

Vassal of Zhang Lu. Known to be greedy, he betrayed Zhang Lu.

Respected for his honesty but was sacked and died a commoner. Wrote the Ji-Han fuchen zan.

Served Wei. District Governor of Jincheng before helping Deng Ai’s invasion of Shu.

A talented scholar and friend of Cao Zhi. Disliked by Cao Cao.

Grand Administrator of Jiaozhi of Jin Dynasty.

High ranking Shu minister. Later later stripped of rank for dissentious words.

Inspector of Jingzhou who was defeated by Wu alongside Bu Chan. Sacked after defeat.

Officer of Gongsun Yuan. Fought Sima Yi with an army of 80,000.

Originally served Liu Biao, but after Biao’s death left to serve Liu Bei.

* Rafe calls him Yin Ji.

Tried to stop Wen Qin during Guanqiu Jian’s rebellion, but failed.

Commander of Wuan. Officer under Yuan Shang. Killed by Xu Chu.

A bandit leader, he later helped Zang Ba against the Yuan’s. Called Black Boy.

* Lu’er, which translates to ‘Black Boy’, was his nickname.

Learnt from Sima Hui, had great knowledge of the classics, appointed tutor of Liu Shan.

Friend of Jiang Wei in Tianshui. Surrendered Tianshui to Shu, made Prefect of Jicheng.

Along with Gao Ding and Zhu Bao, rebelled in Southern Yizhou.

A leader of the Black Mountain Tribe, he was defeated by Cao Cao then later by Yuan Shao.

* Commonly displayed as Yu Du. His name, a title, is properly displayed as Poison Yu.

Advisor to Wang Lang. Surrendered to Sun Ce. Convinced Mi Fang, Fu Shiren to defect to Wu.

Served Cao Cao. Surrendered to Guan Yu. Shamed by Cao Pi into suicide.

An officer of Liu Yao. Defeated in a duel with Sun Ce and died.

Served as commander in Wu during Sun Liang’s reign. Helped support Zhuge Dan.

Served as a commander under Yuan Shu. Killed by Hua Xiong.

Son of Yu Fan.

Father of Yuan Shu and possibly Yuan Shao. Minister of Agriculture in service to Han.

A man of courtesy, generosity and restraint, he refused to rebuke Liu Bei.

Father of Yuan Huan, who served Wei.

Served Yuan Shao, then opposed his brother, Tan. Executed by Gongsun Kang.

Guard of Deng Ai. Versed in the Book of Changes, he predicts Deng Ai’s success ...

* Called Shao Yuan in some translations. Dispite the fact that they are different Han Zi, Yuan Shao of Wei’s name is pronounced exactly the same as the more commonly known Yuan2 Shao4 [Benchu]

Childhood friend, and later enemy of, Cao Cao. Defeated at Guan Du.

Yuan Shao’s younger brother. Declared himself Emperor, but soon after died.

Yuan Shao’s oldest son. Succeeded his father, but fought with his brother, Shang.

Imperial Guardian and uncle to Yuan Shao. Killed by a vengeful Dong Zhuo.

Served Yuan Shao. Sided with his brother, Shang. Executed by Gongsun Kang.

Son of Yuan Shu. Later fled to Sun Ce’s court after Liu Xun’s defeat.

Governor of Shanyang. Was a member of the anti-Dong Zhuo coalition.

Nephew of Yuan Shu. Defended Yuan Shu’s belongings after Shu’s death, but ...

Served Wei. Son of Yue Jin. Campaigned against Shu with Cao Zhen. Executed by Zhuge Dan.

* Mistranslated as ‘Yue Shen’ in some Koei games, and on rare occasion referenced as ‘Yue Lin’.

Served Cao Cao from the beginning. Shot from his horse by Gan Ning.

* His name is incorrectly translated as Yue Jing’ in some Brewitt-Taylor editions. Yue Jin is also sometimes translated as Le Jin (and in Destiny of an Emperor they somehow botched it up further to Le Xin).

Served Yuan Shu guarding Shouchun, but died after his defeat there by Cao Cao.

Fictional. Marshal under King Cheliji of the Western Qiang. Killed by Guan Xing.

* Frequently written ‘Yue Ji’.

Concubine of Dong Cheng. Her interactions with Qin Qingtong got Cheng killed.

Originally served Tao Qian, then Lü Bu. Later joined Cao Cao.

Served Tao Qian. Known for his selfishness. Later fought against Sun Ce under Liu Yao, ...

* Also referred to as Zhai Rong in Generals of the South. As well as To Esablish Peace.

Zhang Fei’s son and Guan Xing’s blood brother. Died in the Northern Campaigns.

* Sometimes ‘苞’ is translated as Pao, thus Zhang Pao. We continue to use Bao.

Yellow Scarves leader and Zhang Jue’s brother. Self-titled ‘Lord of Earth’.

* In the online version of the novel and possibly some other sources he is called Zhang Ba.

With Puyang Xing, enthroned Sun Hao over Wen. Executed Sun Chen with Ding Feng.

Governor of Guangling. Was a member of the anti-Dong Zhuo coalition.

Zhang Zhao’s son. Friend of Zhuge Jin. Sent with Sun Shao to Guangling to capture ...

A bandit based in Taoshan, he was defeated by Li Tong.

His generosity got family members returned by bandits, he was a frugal man.

Sworn brother of Liu Bei and Guan Yu. Second of the Five Tiger Generals.

* Sanguozhi records Zhang Fei’s style as 益 (yi4: ‘benefit’ or ‘increase’) rather than 翼 (yi4: ‘wing’), as used in the novel, games, and most literature.

Great-grandfather of Zhang Yi (Bogong), who served Shu.

Great-great-grandfather of Zhang Yi (Bogong), who served Shu.

Originally under Yuan Shao, defected to Wei. Died battling Zhuge Liang.

* Apparently, Zhang He is misspelled ‘Zhang Yue’ in Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI.

One of Han Sui’s Eight Knights.

* For some reason poor Zhang Heng is listed incorrectly in several sources. Some Chinese versions of the novel have him as ‘長橫’ (‘長’ chang2 instead of ‘張’ zhang1). As if that isn’t enough, some Brewitt-Taylor translations list him as Zhang Han—no idea why.

Minister who served Wu. Suggested changing the capital to Sun Quan.

The son of Zhang Liao. Served Wei along with Yue Chen.

Served Huang Zu. Marched out with Huang Zu to oppose Sun Jian. killed by Han Dang.

* Appears in Brewitt-Taylor edition as Zhang Hui to avoid confusion.

Minister of Sima Yan. Played Go with Sima Yan in the novel.

A general under Dong Zhuo and Zhang Xiu’s father. Killed by a stray arrow.

Persuaded Ma Teng to help Cao Cao, he was a major part in the pacification of Liang.

One of the Eight Paragons of Jiangxia, people protected him from the Han.

Minister of Wei who was executed by Sima Yan when he usurped the throne.

Founder of the Yellow Scarves. Self-titled ‘Lord of Heaven’.

* Written ‘Zhang Jiao’ (角 can be pronounced as both jue and jiao) at times (particularly by Koei) and as Zhang Jao in Destiny of an Emperor. The audio file says “Zhang Zue”, followed by “Jiao3”

Blamed the Yellow Turban revolt on the eunuchs. Arrested and flogged on false charges.

Entered Tao Qian’s service after the Yellow Scarf uprising. Killed Cao Cao’s ...

Advised Sun Quan to move the capital to Jianye. He served Sun Jiao, Sun Huan, Zhang Huan ...

* He has the same name as Zhang Liang of the Yellow Turbans.

Yellow Scarves leader and Zhang Jue’s brother. Self-titled ‘Lord of Man’.

Served in Wei after Cao Cao defeated Lü Bu. Close friend of Guan Yu.

Controller of Hanzhong before surrendering to Cao Cao in 215.

Served Cao Cao but defected to join Lü Bu. Killed by his own men later on.

Served Yuan Xi with Jiao Chu. Betrayed to Cao Cao. Killed by Han Dang at Chi Bi.

* Incorrectly translated ‘Zhang Neng’ in some Brewitt-Taylor editions.

Officer of Shu. Died fighting at the battle of Yiling.

Served Shu with Zhuge Liang. Wounded by Wang Shuang. Died rescuing Jiang Wei.

* 張嶷 is commonly translated as both Zhang Yi and Zhang Ni. Zhang Ni is perhaps the most common translation, likely to disambiguate from other Zhang Yis, but both are accepted.

Served under Cao Xiu. Defeated by Xu Sheng, killed by Zhu Huan.

Served Cao Fang. Executed by Sima Shi for plotting to remove Shi with Cao Fang.

Wei general who dealt a heavy defeat to Wu’s troops under Zhang Ti.

Served Cao Rui, sent to set a fire trap against Wu, burning many ships.

Most influential of the Ten Regular Attendants. Drowned himself to avoid capture.

Remained loyal to Liu Zhang. Executed by Liu Bei. In novel, Pang Tong died in his ambush.

General of Jin who killed Lu Jing.

Second son of Zhang Fei. Surrendered to Wei after Shu’s collapse.

Horse trader from Zhongshan with Su Shuang. Supplied Liu Bei’s first armed force.

Officer of Liu Zhang and Shu. Aided Liu Bei in Ba-Shu. Angered Cao Cao in Sanguo Yanyi.

Commanded the defence of Xincheng when it was under attack by Zhuge Ke.

Wu’s last Prime Minister. Refused surrender to Jin and marched out to die on the ...

Zhang Lu’s younger brother. Beheaded after a brilliant battle with Xu Chu.

Served Shu. Zhang Yi (Bogong)’s son.

Han Minister of Exterior. Supressed Han Sui’s revolt in Liang.

Began pillaging the people of Jiangxia. Zhao Yun killed him with a spear thrust.

Wu Leader of the Van who surrendered to Jin.

Zhang Fan’s grandfather.

Zhang Ji’s nephew. He fought Cao Cao after he took Zhang Ji’s widow as a wife.

Zhang Zhao’s son. Advised Sun Deng with Zhuge Ke, Gu Tan, and Chen Biao.

Officer under Yuan Shu. Fought against Lü Bu. Said to be a friend of Sun Ce

Zhang Fan’s father

Leader of the Black Mountain Bandits. Joined Cao Cao after Yuan Tan’s defeat.

* Many Black Mountain Bandits had nicknames. Zhang Yan‘s was ’Flying Swallow Zan.’

Governor of Shangdang. Safely sees Emperor Xian to Luoyang. Killed by Yang Chou.

Fought in the Northern Campaigns. Respected for his kindness.

Served Liu Zhang, then Liu Bei. Once captured by Sun Quan. Father of Zhang Miao.

Served Yuan Shang, and later under Cao Cao. Killed by Gan Ning.

* His name is presented as ‘Zhang Zi’ in some Brewitt-Taylor editions.

Served Liu Yao with Xue Li. Lost in battle to Sun Ce twice. Killed by Chen Wu.

Served Shu. Divined Shu’s fall nine years after taking Hanzhong. Executed by Liu ...

Officer who served in Zhuge Ke’s personal police force. Killed by Sun Jun.

Surrendered to Cao Cao with Cai Mao. Served as Cao’s Vice Admiral at Chibi.

Served Wu. Highly trusted internal administrator.

* Sometimes written Zhang Zao.

Also known as Zhang Ji. Famous physician from the Eastern Han Dynasty.

* Also commonly known as Zhang Ji (張機).

Occupied River Si Pass for Dong Zhuo. Retreated when Dong Zhuo abandoned Luoyang.

Pang Yu’s mother. Killed Li Shou to avenge her father, Zhao Jun’an, then turned ...

* Zhao E 趙娥 usually appears by the name Zhao Eqin 趙娥親. Zhao E is most appropriate.

Administrator of Guiyang. Offered his sister-in-law to Zhao Yun, who refused.

Second son of Zhao Yun. Died during an expedition under Jiang Wei.

Trieu Au’s older brother.

* Known to the Vietnamese as Trieu Quoc Dat (Triệu Quốc Đạt).

Yellow Scarf officer. Fought with Zhu Jun at Wan, but was killed by Sun Jian.

Officer of Shu. Said to be loyal and trust-worthy, he died fighting Wu with Guan Yu and ...

Eldest son of Zhao Yun. Inherited his father’s title.

Trieu Au, female warrior of the Nanyue tribe. Rebelled against Wu. Defeated by Lu Yin.

* Known to the Vietnamese as Trieu Thi Trinh (Triệu Thị Trinh) or Trieu Au (Triệu Ẩu; Lady Trieu). I have pronounced the Chinese Zhao Yu, but dont know how to pronounce the Viet.

Served Shu. Highly trusted by Liu Bei. Fourth of the Five Tiger Generals.

One of the Ten Regular Attendants. Killed by Yuan Shao and Cao Cao.

Father of Empress Zhen, but died while she was young. Commandery Governor.

Officer under Sima Yi. Falsesly surrendered to Kongming. Executed by Kongming.

* Commonly listed as Deng Wen 邓文. Confusion may be the cause: zheng4 鄭/郑 vs deng4 鄧/邓.

Served as one of Liu Bei’s teachers when he turned fifteen with Lu Zhi.

Son of Zhong Yao. Plotted with Jiang Wei to rebel against Sima Zhao, but failed and executed.

Famous calligrapher. Served Wei. Father of Zhong Hui. Imperial Guardian to Cao Rui.

Zhong Hui’s elder brother.

Yellow Scarves leader turned subordinate of Guan Yu. Fictional.

With Guo Shi, Ravaged Lingling, Guiyang, and Changsha until destroyed by Sun Jian.

Son of Zhou Fang. After Wu’s defeat, he joins Jin and fights against the Qiang tribe, ...