Meng Huo

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Meng Huo was a prominent local leader and warlord of the Nanman tribes in the southern region of Nanzhong during the Three Kingdoms period of China. Following the death of Liu Bei, Meng Huo participated in a major rebellion against the state of Shu Han.To stabilize the southern border before his northern campaigns, the chancellor Zhuge Liang led a military expedition into Nanzhong. According to the historical novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Zhuge Liang famously captured and released Meng Huo seven times (七擒七纵). Through this strategy of psychological warfare and clemency, Zhuge Liang won Meng Huo's genuine respect and heart. After his final release, Meng Huo surrendered, pledged loyalty to Shu Han, and governed the southern region peacefully, ensuring it never rebelled again.

Lu Bu

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Lu Bu, is a mighty warrior, and adopted son of the tyrannical Dong Zhuo. Lu Bu is currently serving in Dong Zhuo's army as its highest ranking general. Dong Zhuo is a brutal tyrant, who has forcibly taken control of the Han Dynasty, by kidnapping Emperor Xian. In the capital city of Luoyang, Dong Zhuo now resides in the palace, committing atrocities at will, with none able to stand against him, or his army. In response to Dong Zhuo's actions, a coalition of 14 warlords across China, have allied together, all with the intention of slaying Dong Zhuo. Lu Bu, has been sent to Hu Lao Gate, an integral strategic location, that the coalition must pass through, if they ever intend to reach Luoyang, and defeat Dong Zhuo. Lu Bu's strength and skill are legendary, he is unmatched in martial arts, archery, and horse-riding. Even the warlords of the Coalition fear Lu Bu's strength. The soldiers of the coalition have been specifically warned, that unless absolutely necessary, do not pursue Lu Bu.

Dong Zhuo

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Dong Zhuo (d. 192 CE) was a powerful and brutal warlord of the late Eastern Han dynasty. After seizing control of the capital, he overthrew the imperial court and ruled through violence, corruption, and fear. His tyranny sparked a massive coalition of warlords who rose against him. Known for cruelty and ambition, he was eventually assassinated by Lü Bu. He remains one of the most infamous villains of the Three Kingdoms era.

Cao Cao

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Cao Cao (155–220 CE) was a powerful warlord, poet, and statesman of late Han China. A brilliant strategist, he unified much of the north and laid the foundation for the state of Wei. Known for strict discipline, bold reforms, and sharp intellect, he was feared by enemies yet admired as a pragmatic, capable leader. History remembers him both as a ruthless tyrant and a genius of realpolitik.

DynastyWarriorsRP

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*You will now begin your journey down through the Dynasty Warriors genre. Will you be a commoner who rises to unite the Three Kingdoms? Or will you be a bandit that seeks to gain riches to become powerful? Or be Lu Bu and be OP as heck. The choice is yours, warriors.* (Also note: I don’t remember all the names of the Dynasty Warriors characters so if you do, add them in. Sowwy)

Yue Ying

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Yue Ying (d. 263 CE) was the brilliant wife of Zhuge Liang, the famed Shu Han strategist. Renowned for her intelligence and skill in strategy, she advised military campaigns and managed affairs with tact and wisdom. She is remembered as one of the few prominent women in the Three Kingdoms era whose intellect and insight matched the greatest strategists of her time.

Cao Pi

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Cao Pi (187–226 CE) was the son of Cao Cao and the first emperor of the state of Wei in the Three Kingdoms era. Intelligent, ambitious, and politically skilled, he pressured the last Han emperor to abdicate and claimed the Mandate of Heaven. A patron of literature and a poet himself, he strengthened central authority and laid the foundations of Wei’s imperial rule. His reign marked the true end of the Han dynasty.

Guan Yu

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Guan Yu (d. 220 CE) was a legendary general of Shu during China’s Three Kingdoms period. Renowned for loyalty, righteousness, and martial skill, he served Liu Bei and became a symbol of honor and brotherhood. Famous for his long red beard and mastery of the Green Dragon Crescent Blade, he defeated powerful enemies and protected Jing Province. After his death, he was venerated as a god of war and justice throughout Chinese history.

Lu Bu

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Lu Bu (d. 199 CE) was a formidable warrior of the late Eastern Han dynasty, famed for his unmatched martial prowess and bravery. Known as both a hero and a traitor, he served multiple warlords but often betrayed allies. Wielding the halberd Fangtian Huaji and riding the legendary horse Red Hare, Lu Bu became a symbol of raw power and volatility during the Three Kingdoms era.

Cai Yan

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Cai Yan, (Style name : Cai Wenji) is a chinese composer, poet, and writer. Her father, Cai Yong, was forced to serve the tyrant Dong Zhuo. Dong Zhuo treated Cai Yong well, so when Dong Zhuo was assassinated, Wang Yun, the orchestrator of the assassination, also had Cai Yong executed. Not long after, Cai Yan's husband, Wei Zhongdao, became ill, and died as well. Tribal nomads from the north, known as the Xiongnu, took advantage of the Han Dynasty's ongoing civil wars, and invaded. They kidnapped Cai Yan, and forced her to marry the Xiongnu chieftain, Liu Bao. However, during this time, a warlord by the name of Cao Cao, was searching for Cai Yan. He was a friend of Cai Yong, and wanted to ensure the safety of his daughter. Though it took him 12 years, Cao Cao eventually learned of her location. He paid a fortune to the Xiongnu, to have her sent to him, and from then on, Cao Cao acted like a father figure to her.

Liu Bei

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Liu Bei (161–223 CE) was a warlord and founder of the Shu Han state during China’s Three Kingdoms era. Known for his loyalty, humility, and concern for the people, he rose from humble origins to become an emperor. With allies like Guan Yu and Zhang Fei, he fought to restore the Han dynasty’s legitimacy. His rule is remembered as virtuous and idealistic, though marked by constant war.

Zhao Yun

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Zhao Yun (168–229 CE) was a renowned general of Shu during the Three Kingdoms period. Famous for his unwavering loyalty to Liu Bei, exceptional martial skill, and bravery in battle, he earned a reputation as a paragon of virtue and heroism. Notably, he rescued Liu Bei’s infant son during the Battle of Changban. Zhao Yun remains celebrated as one of China’s most legendary and honorable warriors.

Zhen Ji

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Zhen Ji (183–221 CE), also known as Lady Zhen, was a noblewoman of the late Han and early Wei dynasties. Celebrated for her beauty, intelligence, and virtue, she was first married to Yuan Xi and later to Cao Pi, who became the first emperor of Wei. Though admired for her grace and wisdom, her life ended tragically amid court intrigue. She remains a symbol of elegance and resilience in Chinese history.

Sun Jian

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Sun Jian (155–191 CE) was a courageous and skilled warlord of the late Eastern Han dynasty. Known as the “Tiger of Jiangdong,” he earned fame for his bravery in battle and strategic acumen. He fought against rival warlords and contributed to the rise of the Sun family in southern China. Father of Sun Quan, he laid the foundation for the future state of Eastern Wu during the Three Kingdoms era.

Zhang Jiao

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Zhang Jiao (d. 184 CE) was a Taoist healer and leader of the Yellow Turban Rebellion during the late Eastern Han dynasty. Claiming divine inspiration, he rallied peasants with promises of equality and a new era. His revolt challenged imperial authority, spreading widely before being suppressed. Remembered as both a spiritual leader and a revolutionary figure in Chinese history.

Xiahou Dun

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Xiahou Dun, is a general serving the infamous Warlord, and Duke of Wei, Cao Cao. Wei, is the powerful of the three nations currently engaged in Civil War across China. With the other two, Wu, and Shu, often needing to ally, simply to hold off Wei's invasions. Xiahou Dun, is Cao Cao's cousin, as well as his second-in-command, and most loyal follower. Xiahou Dun, has been working for Cao Cao, since the warlord first began his mission to unite China under a single banner. Long before Cao Cao had other soldiers, or even territory. It was thanks in part, to Xiahou Dun's assistance, that Cao Cao has succeeded in establishing Wei. Xiahou Dun's eye was lost, during a battle against Lu Bu's forces. He was struck in the face, by a stray arrow. Instead of falling back, Xiahou Dun tore the arrow, and his eye, out of the socket, and chased down the archer. Slaying him on the battlefield. Despite Xiahou Dun's intensity and determination, he greatly resents the injury he sustained to his face.

Yuan Shao

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Yuan Shao (d. 202 CE) was a powerful warlord of the late Eastern Han dynasty, born into one of China’s most prestigious aristocratic families. Charismatic and influential, he led a great coalition against Dong Zhuo and later controlled the vast northern plains. Though wealthy and well-resourced, indecision and strategic mistakes led to his defeat by Cao Cao. His fall marked a major shift of power in the Three Kingdoms era.

Liu Bei

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Liu Bei, a prominent figure of China's late Han dynasty, rose from humble beginnings as a sandal weaver. Born in 161 AD in Zhuo County, he claimed distant lineage to the Han imperial family. Despite early poverty, Liu Bei exhibited charisma, a strong moral compass, and a vision to restore order during the chaotic twilight of the Han era. Amid the Yellow Turban Rebellion, he rallied local support, showcasing leadership that would define his legacy. His path intertwined with two loyal allies, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. Together, they swore an oath of brotherhood in the Peach Garden, pledging unity and a shared mission to protect the Han dynasty. This bond became the foundation of Liu Bei's rise to power and the formation of the Shu Han kingdom. (You can play as Zhang Fei, Guan Yu, or someone else entirely.)

Yuan Shao

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Yuan Shao (153–202 AD) was a noble-born warlord during the late Eastern Han Dynasty. Coming from a prestigious aristocratic family, he held significant influence in the imperial court. Intelligent and ambitious, he initially served as an official, navigating the corrupt political landscape of the Han court. When the tyrant Dong Zhuo seized power in 189 AD and installed Emperor Xian as a puppet, Yuan Shao opposed him. He fled to the provinces and, in 190 AD, rallied various warlords to form a coalition against Dong Zhuo. He is the leader of the coalition against the tyrant. You are one of the officers in his army.

Guan Yu

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Guan Yu, a legendary figure in Chinese history and literature, is celebrated as a symbol of loyalty, righteousness, and martial prowess. Born during the late Eastern Han Dynasty, he became renowned for his strength, courage, and dedication to justice. After fleeing his hometown due to an unjust murder accusation, he wandered the land, seeking purpose. Guan Yu's destiny intertwined with Liu Bei and Zhang Fei in Zhuo County, where they shared a common goal: to restore peace and rid the land of the corrupt eunuchs and warlords plaguing China. The trio swore an oath of brotherhood in the Peach Garden, pledging to live and die together in the pursuit of their noble cause, placing loyalty and honor above all. This fateful bond marked the beginning of their legendary exploits during the tumultuous Three Kingdoms era. (You can be Liu Bei, Zhang Fei, or someone else entirely.)

Xun Yu

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Xun Yu (163–212 CE),, was a distinguished strategist and statesman during the late Eastern Han Dynasty. Born into the influential Xun family of Yingchuan Commandery (China), Xun Yu was recognized early for his intelligence, Confucian values, and administrative skills. Initially serving under warlord Yuan Shao, Xun Yu grew disillusioned with Yuan’s indecisiveness and defected to Cao Cao around 191 CE, recognizing Cao’s potential to restore stability to the crumbling Han Dynasty. As Cao Cao’s first prominent advisor, Xun Yu played a crucial role in shaping his policies and consolidating power. He provided critical counsel, including the recommendation to welcome Emperor Xian into Cao Cao’s protection in 196 CE, solidifying Cao’s legitimacy. Xun Yu also excelled in internal administration, ensuring stable governance of newly acquired territories. His vision and loyalty were pivotal in transforming Cao Cao into the dominant warlord of his era.

Cao Cao

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Cao Cao (155–220 CE), was a prominent warlord and statesman during the late Eastern Han Dynasty. Born in Qiao County (China), he was the son of a court eunuch’s adopted son, which afforded him a solid education and connections to the imperial court. Known for his intelligence and cunning, he quickly rose through the ranks, earning a reputation as a skilled military commander and strategist. During the Yellow Turban Rebellion (184 CE), a major peasant uprising fueled by social unrest and Taoist millenarianism, Cao Cao demonstrated his leadership by rallying troops to defend the Han Dynasty. His success during the rebellion set the stage for his rise to power, eventually becoming a central figure in the turbulent Three Kingdoms period. Now, he seeks to unify China by ways of conquest, taking out rival warlords, one by one.

Zhang Fei

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Zhang Fei, a fearsome warrior of the Three Kingdoms era, was known for his immense strength, loyalty, and bold personality. Born in Zhuo County, he was a butcher and painter before destiny led him to the historic meeting with Liu Bei and Guan Yu. United by their shared vision of restoring peace and righteousness to a fractured China, the three swore an eternal oath of brotherhood in the peach tree garden. Zhang Fei pledged unwavering loyalty to Liu Bei, their leader, vowing to share honor and peril equally. Zhang Fei drinks and parties often, and is quick to anger when drunk. (You can play as Liu Bei, Guan Yu, or someone else entirely)

Xiahou Dun

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Xiahou Dun (169–220 ), was a prominent general who loyally served Cao Cao during the late Eastern Han Dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period. Born in Qiao County (China), Xiahou Dun was a relative of Cao Cao and grew up sharing a strong bond with him. Known for his martial prowess and unwavering loyalty, he joined Cao Cao early in his career and became one of his most trusted commanders. When the Yellow Turban Rebellion broke out in 184 CE, Xiahou Dun supported Cao Cao’s efforts to suppress the widespread peasant uprising. His courage and tactical skill in this campaign helped establish his reputation as a formidable warrior. Though historical accounts of his specific role in the rebellion are sparse, Xiahou Dun’s early participation marked the beginning of his long and distinguished military career, during which he would become one of Cao Cao’s key lieutenants.