Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cao Cao suffers a crushing defeat in Hanzhong, losing many generals and soldiers.
• Liu Bei, after helping Liu Zhang defeat Zhang Lu, decides to 'borrow' Hanzhong temporarily to defeat Cao Cao.
• Liu Zhang, after much deliberation, agrees to lend Hanzhong to Liu Bei.
• In Chang'an, rumors spread about Cao Cao's death, causing panic among officials.
• Fu Wan, with allies, plans to seize power using the opportunity of Cao Cao's illness.

Character Developments

• Liu Bei: Shows benevolence and righteousness by not seizing Hanzhong despite winning the battle, aiming to return it after defeating Cao Cao.
• Liu Zhang: Initially hesitant, but ultimately agrees to lend Hanzhong to Liu Bei, showing some political wisdom.
• Cao Cao: Bedridden and rumored to be on his deathbed, his illness causes chaos and plotting among officials.
• Ma Chao: Frustrated with his lack of advancement and recognition, he expresses dissatisfaction with Cao Cao and Guo Jia, hinting at potential rebellion.

Significant Themes

• Benevolence and Righteousness: Liu Bei's actions reflect his adherence to these principles, even when it might not be strategically beneficial.
• Power Vacuum: Cao Cao's illness and potential death create an opportunity for others to seize power, highlighting the instability of the times.
• Ambition vs. Frustration: Ma Chao's ambition is hindered by his lack of recognition and advancement, leading to frustration and potential disloyalty.

Character Interactions

• Liu Bei and Liu Zhang: Their interaction shows Liu Bei's respect for Liu Zhang's feelings and Liu Zhang's eventual understanding and trust in Liu Bei.
• Ma Chao and Wei Huang: Their conversation reveals Ma Chao's dissatisfaction with his treatment under Cao Cao and hints at his potential rebellion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Chao decides to rebel against Cao Cao and flee back to Western Liang.
• Wei Huang approaches Ma Chao, proposing a plot to seize Chang'an and overthrow Cao Cao.
• Ma Chao agrees and forms a blood oath with Wei Huang, who reveals their fellow conspirators.
• Ma Chao suggests involving Liu Xiongming, a general with troops, to strengthen their chances.
• Liu Xiongming agrees to join the plot, sending troops into Chang'an.
• Cao Cao falls gravely ill, and his family mourns by his bedside.
• Cao Cao dictates his final testament to Lady Ding, entrusting Guo Jia with handling a potential rebellion.
• Guo Jia reports the impending rebellion to Cao Cao, who entrusts him with defending Guanzhong and apologizing to Liu Bei.

Character Developments

• Ma Chao: Becomes more ambitious and willing to rebel against Cao Cao.
• Wei Huang: Proves to be cunning and manipulative, successfully persuading Ma Chao to join their plot.
• Liu Xiongming: Shows willingness to rebel, agreeing to send troops into Chang'an.
• Cao Cao: Accepts his impending death, dictating his final testament and entrusting Guo Jia with his last wishes.
• Guo Jia: Remains loyal and dedicated to Cao Cao, taking it upon himself to handle the potential rebellion and defend Guanzhong.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power struggles: Ma Chao's ambition leads him to consider rebelling against Cao Cao, while Wei Huang manipulates him to further their plot.
• Loyalty and duty: Guo Jia remains loyal to Cao Cao, even after his death, taking it upon himself to handle the potential rebellion and defend Guanzhong.
• The consequences of one's actions: Cao Cao reflects on his past actions, expressing regret for forcing Liu Bei and losing his trusted friend, Liu Xuande.

Character Interactions

• Ma Chao and Wei Huang: Ma Chao is persuaded by Wei Huang to join their plot, and they form a blood oath.
• Cao Cao and Lady Ding: Cao Cao dictates his final testament to Lady Ding, entrusting her with his last wishes.
• Guo Jia and Cao Cao: Guo Jia reports the impending rebellion to Cao Cao, who entrusts him with defending Guanzhong and apologizing to Liu Bei.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cao Cao dies of illness in Chang'an, but his death is kept secret by Guo Jia to prevent chaos.
• Guo Jia plans to secretly summon Xiahou Dun's army to suppress potential rebellions until Liu Bei's army arrives.
• Ma Chao learns of Cao Cao's death and urges his father, Ma Teng, to march on Chang'an.
• Ma Teng, after initial hesitation, decides to march with Han Sui and other lords, totaling 45,000 cavalry.
• Xiahou Dun receives news of Cao Cao's death and withdraws from the north, allowing Yuan Shao to advance into Shangdang and Hedong.
• Liu Bei learns of Cao Cao's death and decides to march on Chang'an to secure Guanzhong before Yuan Shao.
• Qin Tian, after hearing of Cao Cao's death, sends Guan Yu to Luoyang and leads his own troops towards Wuguan Pass.

Character Developments

• Cao Cao: Dies of illness, leaving behind a complex political situation in Guanzhong.
• Guo Jia: Shows strategic prowess in handling Cao Cao's death and maintaining order in Chang'an.
• Ma Teng: Initially hesitant, but ultimately decides to march on Chang'an with Han Sui and other lords.
• Ma Chao: Eager to seize the opportunity presented by Cao Cao's death.
• Yuan Shao: Advances into Shangdang and Hedong after Xiahou Dun's withdrawal, following Tian Feng's strategic advice.
• Liu Bei: Decides to march on Chang'an to secure Guanzhong, despite his troops not being fully reorganized.
• Qin Tian: Moves towards Wuguan Pass after learning of Cao Cao's death.

Significant Themes

• Power Vacuum: Cao Cao's death creates a power vacuum in Guanzhong, leading to a race among the lords to fill it.
• Strategic Maneuvering: Characters like Guo Jia, Tian Feng, and Liu Bei exhibit strategic thinking in responding to Cao Cao's death.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Characters grapple with loyalty to their lords and personal ambitions, as seen in Ma Teng's decision to march and Liu Bei's decision to secure Guanzhong.

Character Interactions

• Guo Jia and Cao Cao's Family: Guo Jia works with Cao Cao's family to keep his death secret and maintain order in Chang'an.
• Ma Teng and Ma Chao: Father and son interact, with Ma Chao urging Ma Teng to march and Ma Teng ultimately deciding to do so.
• Yuan Shao and Tian Feng: Yuan Shao follows Tian Feng's strategic advice, leading to the advance into Shangdang and Hedong.
• Liu Bei and His Ministers: Liu Bei discusses with his ministers the situation after Cao Cao's death and decides to march on Chang'an.
• Qin Tian and Guan Yu: Qin Tian sends Guan Yu to Luoyang while he leads his own troops towards Wuguan Pass.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Chao, persuaded by Fu Wan, plans a rebellion in Chang'an.
• Guo Jia, aware of the plot, devises a counterplan with Xun Yu and Jia Xu.
• Ma Teng and Han Sui are lured into Chang'an with a false signal, leading to Ma Chao's defeat and death.
• Cao Hong is killed by Ma Chao, causing a crisis in Chang'an's defense.
• Ma Teng's army is repelled, and the city is saved by Xu Huang's loyalty.
• Xiahou Dun's and Yuan Shao's armies arrive, leading to a stalemate.

Character Developments

• Ma Chao: Becomes reckless and overconfident, leading to his downfall.
• Guo Jia: Proves his strategic prowess by outmaneuvering Ma Chao.
• Xun Yu: Shows wisdom and calmness in crisis, supporting Guo Jia's plans.
• Jia Xu: Admits his past mistake and remains loyal, gaining Xun Yu's trust.
• Cao Hong: Dies heroically after being unhorsed by Ma Chao.
• Xu Huang: Demonstrates loyalty by remaining steadfast in defending Chang'an.
• Ma Teng: Is devastated by the loss of his sons and becomes emotionally fragile.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty vs. Betrayal: Characters like Xu Huang and Jia Xu remain loyal, while others like Ma Chao and Fu Wan betray their allegiances.
• Strategy vs. Brute Force: Guo Jia's strategic planning outwits Ma Chao's brute force approach.
• Consequences of Actions: Characters face the repercussions of their decisions, such as Ma Teng's grief after losing his sons.

Character Interactions

• Guo Jia, Xun Yu, and Jia Xu: Collaborate to counter Ma Chao's rebellion, showcasing unity and trust among them.
• Ma Chao and Cao Hong: Their intense personal rivalry leads to both of their deaths.
• Ma Teng and Han Sui: Their alliance crumbles after Ma Chao's defeat, leading to Han Sui's independent actions.
• Xu Huang and Guo Jia: Xu Huang's loyalty reassures Guo Jia and the others, strengthening their resolve to defend Chang'an.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Teng, Han Sui, and others rebel against Cao Cao, but their plan is foiled by Guo Jia and Jia Xu.
• Cao Cao's sons, Ma Chao, Ma Xiu, and Ma Shi, die in the fighting.
• Yuan Shao pursues Xiahou Dun, who is withdrawing from Shangdang, Hedong, and Henei.
• Qin Tian, with Guan Yu's help, captures Nanyang and prepares to march north.
• Xun You, captured by Qin Tian, provides valuable intelligence and advises Qin Tian on strategy.
• Qin Tian enters Guanzhong, capturing Wuguan Pass and Shang County.
• Yuan Shao seizes Hongnong Commandery and crosses the river at Fengling Ferry, capturing Tong Pass.
• Yuan Shao allies with Ma Teng and Han Sui, planning to assault Chang'an.
• Xun Chen suggests winning over the Cao army in Chang'an instead of a fierce assault.

Character Developments

• Cao Cao: Dies, leaving his sons and the Cao army in a difficult position.
• Ma Teng, Han Sui, and their sons: Rebel against Cao Cao, but suffer heavy losses. They later ally with Yuan Shao.
• Qin Tian: Captures Nanyang and enters Guanzhong, following Xun You's strategic advice.
• Xun You: Initially refuses to surrender to Qin Tian, but later provides valuable intelligence and advises Qin Tian. He eventually surrenders.

Significant Themes

• Strategic Alliances and Betrayals: Yuan Shao forms alliances with Ma Teng, Han Sui, and Zhang Baiqi to seize Guanzhong. Xun You's surrender and cooperation with Qin Tian also reflect this theme.
• The Importance of Economic and Institutional Reform: Qin Tian's success is partly attributed to his focus on economic and institutional reform, while Cao Cao's defeat is partly due to his neglect of these aspects.

Character Interactions

• Qin Tian and Xun You: Initially enemies, they become friends and allies after Xun You's capture. They discuss strategy and share personal stories, leading to Xun You's eventual surrender and cooperation.
• Yuan Shao and Ma Teng/Han Sui: Yuan Shao forms an alliance with Ma Teng and Han Sui, promising them rewards in exchange for their help in seizing Chang'an.

Key Plot Points

• Xiahou Dun, following Cao Cao's last command, decides to surrender to Liu Bei upon his arrival, rather than Yuan Shao who is at the gates.
• Yang Xiu, a Cao Cao's official, secretly colludes with Yuan Shao, trying to persuade the Cao family to surrender to him instead.
• Yuan Shao, believing in Yang Xiu's deception, leads his army into Chang'an, only to be ambushed by Xiahou Dun.
• Yuan Shao's army suffers a crushing defeat, losing many soldiers and the great general Gao Lan. They retreat, and Yuan Shao joins forces with Ma Teng and Han Sui to attack Chang'an.
• Guan Yu launches a surprise attack on Henei, reaching Hedong Commandery, threatening Yuan Shao's rear.

Character Developments

• Xiahou Dun: Shows loyalty to Cao Cao's final command, demonstrating strategic thinking by using Yuan Shao's greed to lure him into a trap.
• Yang Xiu: Reveals his ambition and disloyalty, colluding with Yuan Shao to serve his own interests.
• Yuan Shao: Shows impulsiveness and overconfidence, leading to a disastrous defeat.
• Guan Yu: Demonstrates strategic prowess, launching a surprise attack on Henei and threatening Yuan Shao's supply lines.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty vs. Ambition: Xiahou Dun's loyalty to Cao Cao's final command contrasts with Yang Xiu's ambition and disloyalty.
• Greed and Overconfidence: Yuan Shao's greed for power and overconfidence in his army's strength lead to his defeat.
• Strategic Thinking: Xiahou Dun and Guan Yu both demonstrate strategic thinking, using deception and surprise attacks to gain the upper hand.

Character Interactions

• Xiahou Dun and Yang Xiu: Xiahou Dun suspects Yang Xiu's loyalty and eventually exposes his collusion with Yuan Shao.
• Yang Xiu and Yuan Shao: Yang Xiu colludes with Yuan Shao, trying to persuade the Cao family to surrender to him.
• Xiahou Dun and Yuan Shao: Xiahou Dun lures Yuan Shao into Chang'an, then ambushes and defeats him.
• Guan Yu and Yuan Shao: Guan Yu's surprise attack on Henei threatens Yuan Shao's supply lines and forces him to split his forces.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Guan Yu's sudden appearance shatters Yuan Shao's plans to seize Guanzhong.
• Qin Tian adopts a strategy of besieging Wei to rescue Zhao, sending messengers to Guan Yu and Liu Bei.
• Xu Shu, Guan Yu, and Qin Tian collaborate to take Henei and Hedong, defeating Yuan Shao's forces.
• Yuan Shao's indecision allows Qin Tian to ambush and nearly annihilate his army.
• Yuan Shao flees to Bing Province, where he dies of illness.
• Qin Tian defeats Ma Teng and Han Sui, leaving no powerful enemies within the four borders.

Character Developments

• Qin Tian: Proves himself a strategic genius, outmaneuvering Yuan Shao and successfully leading the campaign against him.
• Yuan Shao: Dies of illness after suffering a crushing defeat, leaving behind a power vacuum in Hebei.
• Guan Yu: Plays a crucial role in the defeat of Yuan Shao, further cementing his reputation as a formidable warrior.
• Ma Teng and Han Sui: Their alliance crumbles due to internal strife, leading to their eventual defeat and death.

Significant Themes

• Strategic Mastery: Qin Tian's strategic prowess is highlighted throughout the chapter, as he outmaneuvers Yuan Shao and ultimately defeats him.
• Indecision's Consequences: Yuan Shao's inability to make timely decisions leads to his downfall, emphasizing the importance of decisive action in war.
• The Price of Enmity: The long-standing enmity between Ma Teng and Han Sui ultimately contributes to their downfall, as their alliance collapses from within.

Character Interactions

• Qin Tian and Guan Yu: Their collaboration leads to a decisive victory against Yuan Shao, demonstrating their ability to work together effectively.
• Yuan Shao and Tian Feng: Their differing opinions on strategy lead to Yuan Shao's defeat, highlighting the importance of heeding wise counsel.
• Ma Teng and Han Sui: Their enmity contributes to the collapse of their alliance, ultimately leading to their deaths.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Bei's victory leads him to Chang'an, where he is welcomed by the people and meets with the court's high ministers.
• Guo Jia, despite Liu Bei's invitation, refuses to serve and decides to retire, leaving Chang'an.
• Liu Bei is offered the throne but declines. He is later crowned King of Hanzhong.
• Liu Bei's ministers advise him to attack the north, but Qin Tian suggests attacking Shu first. Liu Bei hesitates due to Liu Zhang's past assistance.
• Liu Bei requests Liu Zhang to be appointed Minister of Works, but Liu Zhang refuses, leading to Liu Bei's decision to attack Shu.
• Zhang Fei is appointed to lead the campaign against Shu, with Zhang Liao as his deputy.

Character Developments

• Liu Bei: Becomes King of Hanzhong and considers attacking Shu despite Liu Zhang's past assistance.
• Guo Jia: Retires from office and leaves Chang'an, reflecting on his past and his friendship with Qin Tian.
• Qin Tian: Continues to advise Liu Bei, suggesting attacking Shu first and playing a significant role in Liu Bei's decision-making process.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Loyalty: Liu Bei's ambition to unify the realm clashes with his loyalty to Liu Zhang, who aided him in the past.
• Friendship: Guo Jia and Qin Tian's friendship is highlighted, with Guo Jia visiting Cao Cao's grave and reflecting on their past.
• Power and Legitimacy: Liu Bei's rise to power and his relationship with the Son of Heaven are explored, with Liu Bei using the Son of Heaven's authority to justify his actions.

Character Interactions

• Liu Bei and Guo Jia: Liu Bei attempts to invite Guo Jia back into service but respects his decision to retire.
• Guo Jia and Qin Tian: The two friends reunite, visit Cao Cao's grave, and reflect on their past, with Guo Jia passing on Cao Cao's final wish.
• Liu Bei and Qin Tian: Qin Tian continues to advise Liu Bei, playing a crucial role in his decision-making process regarding the attack on Shu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Bei invades Shu, led by Zhang Fei, capturing it in less than half a year.
• Liu Zhang surrenders, and Liu Bei appoints Zhuge Liang to govern northern Yi Province.
• In Hebei, after Yuan Shao's death, his wife and son Yuan Shang seize power, causing internal strife.
• Yuan Shang's forces suffer defeats against Guan Yu, leading to a full-scale northern expedition by Liu Bei.

Character Developments

• Liu Bei: Becomes more strategic and decisive, expanding his territory significantly.
• Zhang Fei: Proves his military prowess by capturing Shu with minimal resistance.
• Zhuge Liang: Gains experience and achievements in Jiangdong, preparing him for governing Yi Province.
• Yuan Shang: Shows ambition and ruthlessness, but struggles against external threats and internal rebellions.
• Guan Yu: Demonstrates his military capabilities, pushing Yuan Shang back to Handan.

Significant Themes

• Expansion and Consolidation: Liu Bei's expansion into Shu and plans to settle Hebei reflect his growing power and ambition.
• Dynastic Struggles: The power struggle within the Yuan family highlights the political instability and ruthlessness of the era.
• Military Strategy: Both Liu Bei and Yuan Shang face challenges in managing their territories and waging war effectively.

Character Interactions

• Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang: Liu Bei recognizes Zhuge Liang's capabilities and appoints him to govern northern Yi Province.
• Yuan Shang and Yuan Tan/Yuan Xi: The brothers' conflict reflects the power struggle within the Yuan family and the instability in Hebei.
• Guan Yu and Yuan Shang: Their military confrontations show Guan Yu's growing strength and Yuan Shang's struggles against external threats.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Bei leads an expedition to pacify Hebei in the eleventh month of the Jian'an Era.
• He brings along Qin Tian and other strategists, and tests Lu Bu by giving him a command.
• Liu Bei's army enters Ji Province, and Guan Yu's siege of Ye City is successful after flooding the city.
• Liu Bei's army captures multiple cities, and Yuan Shang surrenders. Yuan Tan and Yuan Xi are defeated.
• Liu Bei takes Liaodong, leaving generals to garrison the area, and returns to Chang'an.
• Guan Yu clears Bing Province of Xianbei tribes.

Character Developments

• Liu Bei: Shows strategic planning and decisiveness in his campaign. He also demonstrates trust in Qin Tian's advice.
• Qin Tian: Proves himself a valuable strategist, providing crucial advice and helping Liu Bei secure victories.
• Lu Bu: Shows unexpected contentment with his current life, lacking ambition. Liu Bei employs him again for his military prowess.
• Guan Yu: Successfully sieges Ye City and later clears Bing Province of Xianbei tribes.
• Yuan Shang, Yuan Tan, Yuan Xi: The Yuan brothers' forces are defeated, leading to their surrender or death.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and betrayal: Characters like Shen Pei remain loyal to the Yuan Clan, while others like Xin Pi and Xin Ping switch sides.
• Ambition and contentment: Lu Bu's lack of ambition contrasts with Liu Bei's drive to unify the realm.
• Strategy and tactics: Qin Tian's strategic advice and Liu Bei's use of tactics, such as flooding Ye City, contribute to their victories.

Character Interactions

• Liu Bei and Qin Tian: Their partnership highlights Liu Bei's trust in Qin Tian's strategic prowess.
• Liu Bei and Lu Bu: Liu Bei tests Lu Bu and finds him content with his current life, re-employing him for his military skills.
• Yuan brothers: Their internal strife and lack of unity contribute to their downfall.
• Guan Yu and Liu Bei: Guan Yu successfully carries out Liu Bei's strategies, further solidifying their bond.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Bei unifies the realm in 209 AD, after 25 years of struggle.
• Emperor Xian of Han, Liu Xie, repeatedly attempts to abdicate the throne to Liu Bei.
• Liu Bei initially refuses, but eventually accepts the throne in 211 AD, marking the beginning of the Han Dynasty's restoration.
• Liu Bei changes the era name to Zhangwu, establishes his consort as empress, and his son as crown prince.
• He appoints Qin Tian as chancellor, and grants titles and ranks to civil and military officials.
• Liu Bei implements a five-year period of rest and recuperation, focusing on stabilizing the realm's general situation.
• During this period, Qin Tian enacts policies to enrich the nation through industry and commerce, establishes special economic zones, and implements tax reforms.
• Liu Bei's forces engage in external raids and campaigns to seize captives and expand territory, pacifying regions like Jiangdong, Nan Zhong, and Liaodong.
• The Han Dynasty Academy of Sciences develops the steam engine, black powder, matchlock guns, and cannons, leading to advancements in military technology.

Character Developments

• Liu Bei: After unifying the realm, Liu Bei finally accepts the throne, becoming Emperor Zhaowu. He focuses on stabilizing the realm and implementing policies to enrich the nation.
• Qin Tian: As chancellor, Qin Tian plays a significant role in advising Liu Bei and implementing policies that enrich the nation and strengthen the military.
• Liu Xie: Emperor Xian of Han repeatedly attempts to abdicate the throne to Liu Bei, eventually yielding the throne to him.

Significant Themes

• The restoration of the Han Dynasty: The primary theme revolves around Liu Bei's efforts to restore the Han Dynasty and his eventual ascension to the throne.
• Enriching the nation through industry and commerce: Qin Tian's policies focus on developing industry and commerce to enrich the nation and strengthen the military.
• Expansion and unification: Liu Bei's forces engage in campaigns to expand the territory and unify the realm, ultimately pacifying neighboring regions.

Character Interactions

• Liu Bei and Liu Xie: Their interactions revolve around Liu Xie's attempts to abdicate the throne to Liu Bei, with Liu Bei initially refusing but eventually accepting.
• Liu Bei and Qin Tian: As chancellor, Qin Tian advises Liu Bei on various matters, including the abdication issue and the implementation of policies to enrich the nation and strengthen the military.
• Liu Bei and his officials: After his enthronement, Liu Bei grants titles and ranks to civil and military officials, fostering a community of interests that supports his rule.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Emperor Zhaowu Liu Bei launches a campaign against various Hu peoples, marking the greatest accomplishment of his life after unification.
• The war, lasting from the tenth to the eleventh year of the Zhangwu Era, results in the capture of over five hundred thousand alien slaves and the Han Dynasty's first railway.
• The Han Dynasty conquers the Wa Kingdom in the seventeenth year of the Zhangwu Era, resolving its silver coinage shortage and establishing its first colony.
• Chancellor Qin Tian resigns in the eighteenth year of the Zhangwu Era, with Zhuge Liang succeeding him. Qin Tian later assists Emperor Zhaowen and dies in the twenty-first year of the Jianxing Era.

Character Developments

• Emperor Zhaowu Liu Bei: Proves himself a capable ruler, expanding the Han Dynasty's territory and wealth through military campaigns and economic developments.
• Chancellor Qin Tian: Demonstrates exceptional wisdom, strategic prowess, and versatility, advancing Han technology significantly. He resigns from his position and retires, only to reemerge to assist the new emperor.
• Budugen: Chieftain of western Xianbei, allies with various Hu peoples to raid the Han borders. He is killed in battle against Guan Yu's forces.

Significant Themes

• Expansion and colonialism: The Han Dynasty expands its territory and influence through military conquests and colonization, marking the beginning of a bloody colonial history.
• Economic development: The Han Dynasty's industry, commerce, and technology flourish, leading to significant advancements in various fields and a shift in the tax structure.
• Knowledge and innovation: Qin Tian's vast knowledge and innovations drive the Han Dynasty's technological progress, leaving a lasting impact on later generations.

Character Interactions

• Liu Bei and Qin Tian: The emperor and his chancellor work closely together, with Qin Tian playing a crucial role in formulating military strategies and driving economic developments. Liu Bei eventually grants Qin Tian's wish to resign and later summons him to assist the new emperor.
• Guan Yu and Budugen: Guan Yu leads the Han forces against Budugen's allied army, resulting in Budugen's death and the destruction of his forces.
• Lu Xun and Himiko: Lu Xun leads the Han navy to conquer the Wa Kingdom, defeating Himiko's forces and turning the Wa Kingdom into a Han colony.