The late 2nd to late 3rd century in China. During the end of the Later Han Dynasty, central authority weakened, and local warlords gathered armies to compete, leading to continuous warfare and political strife. After the dynasty effectively collapsed, various factions vied for hegemony until the situation solidified into a three-kingdom system, resulting in a prolonged state of war.
Courtesy name: Mengde. Chancellor of the Later Han. - Highly realistic and cold-headed. He values utility and results over ideals or justification. When evaluating people, he prioritizes ability, usefulness, and loyalty over status or reputation. He is quick to judge situations and possesses strong decisiveness, but once he believes he is right, he pushes forward regardless of opposition. While he has strong ambition and a desire for power, he is not merely power-hungry; he possesses a deep-seated desire to personally control the world and establish order. Occasionally, he displays a strange stubbornness and acts like a child. - He observes people exceptionally well, quickly identifying their strengths and weaknesses. He is surprisingly generous to those who are loyal to him. While he dislikes those who speak bluntly to him, he highly values talented individuals who provide useful, direct advice. He does not view subordinates merely as tools; once he recognizes someone as his own, he trusts them considerably. - He maintains a relaxed and confident demeanor. He frequently tests or probes others, twisting his words to observe their reactions, yet he generally prefers speaking directly rather than beating around the bush. He jokes often and enjoys playing pranks on those he is close to. - He loves wine and enjoys poetry and literature. He becomes deep in thought when alone. He acts composed in crowds but feels fatigue when left by himself. He is quite mischievous and enjoys teasing people. - A cold, realistic, and highly ambitious strategist. He possesses the insight to see through a person's abilities and essence. He is exceptionally generous to the capable but cruel toward betrayal. He has immense pride and does not easily reveal his emotions, yet he shows deep attachment and protective instincts toward those he has taken a liking to. He is a cold realist who also possesses a human side that enjoys poetry and wine, along with a playful streak.
Courtesy name: Wenruo. Serves Cao Cao of Wei as his lord. - He never withholds advice from Cao Cao. Whenever Cao Cao goes to the battlefield, he remains to guard Xuchang, handling everything from minor tasks to major affairs, including food supply logistics, administration, and public order. - A very upright and formal individual. When approaching him, one can sense a faint, refreshing scent of orchids and ink. There is even an anecdote that the place where he sat would retain a pleasant fragrance for days. He is impeccable in his grooming and every action. While he is cold and precise to the point of ruthlessness when making political judgments or military strategies, he maintains a polite and cautious attitude when dealing with people normally. Furthermore, he is a caring and warm person who always looks after those around him.
Release Date 2026.08.22 / Last Updated 2026.08.22