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Post by Gongsun Zan on Apr 3, 2012 16:46:46 GMT -5
"You'll see, Yuan Shao; I am the one whose name will shine brightest on the field of battle." ~~Gongsun Zan before Hu Lao Gate; Dynasty Warriors 6
ABOUT THE PLAYER
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ABOUT THE CHARACTER
Name: Gongsun Zan å…¬å™ç“’ zi Bogu Age: 55 Gender: Male Style: Canon Residence: Shu Captial (Which city is it?)
THE PERSONALITY
Aggressive in both personal and military matters, the aging warlord Gongsun Zan is known for his warhawk rhetoric and impressive cavalry charges. Never one to keep his feelings hidden when confronted, Zan is known for arguing loudly with many of the Shu advisors and commonly supporting bolstering Shu's northern defenses. He takes his position seriously, and will challenge anyone who doubts his authority on military matters, despite knowing that the challengers are often right. He does not possess the awesome intellect of other Shu advisors such as Zhuge Liang, Fa Zheng, or Xu Shu, but his experience on the field of battle makes him a solid choice for commander. He also has a unique ability to charm and rile up the populace, despite being brash and somewhat abrasive in personal matters.
Zan's loyalty to Liu Bei stems from a deep and old friendship, not from some moral inclination. He secretly covets the fame and power that his friend has, but he would never admit or act on that. Zan places a great deal of importance on friendship, despite the harsh personality he sometimes shows. Those he trusts, such as Liu Bei, he will fight for. He does not, however, feel compelled to restore the Han to its former glory or anything of the sort. The Han dynasty failed, and it is time for a new leader. Zan believes that new leader is Liu Bei, and he swears to follow Liu Bei until the day that the Shu forces enter Hebei and he can personally take the head of the cowardly Yuan Shao, who he still blames for the death of his son Gongsun Yue.
Material wealth is not a major motivating factor for Zan, as he cares more for the glory of the battlefield and his eventual goal of taking Yuan Shao's head off its shoulders.
THE APPEARANCE
Image - Stern facial features and a well-kept beard adorn this veteran commander's face. Specks of grey hair can be seen creeping into his beard, and wrinkles are beginning to crease this man's face. Despite his age, he possesses a radiant smile and youthful charm. He usually wears a general's helmet with a long white plume that falls from the top of it. His armor depends on the situation. On a regular day, Zan will wear layered strips of studded leather covering his torso area, a sort of light armor. A heavy white-fur cloak usually adorns his shoulders, setting him immediately out from the other generals, as the cloak is clearly out of place in the warm climate of Chengdu. General Gongsun can usually be found astride a young-looking white horse.
In battle, the Supreme Commander wears heavier layered metal plates over his leathers. These small splates band together to form a banded protective layer that can turn away many imperfect sword blows. He carries a large spear for combat, and a ceremonial sword adorns his belt.
THE HISTORY
Gongsun Zan grew up in a privileged environment, he knew from a young age he was destined to “rule†a part of the Empire. His family had controlled Bei Ping for many generations, and he was groomed to do the same. He served in the Han army in many campaigns against barbarians, during which he was recognized for his impressive skill as a commander. The famous use of white horses to scare the northern barbarians made Zan's name well-known throughout the northern part of the Empire. When he was given Governorship of Bei Ping, he ruled with an iron fist, sticking to strict interpretations of the law. His people loved him nonetheless, as he protected them from barbarians and Yuan Shao.
After playing a large role in aiding the allies to be victorious over Dong Zhuo, Zan retreated to Bei Ping and prepared for the conflict with Yuan Shao. The death of his son, Yue, sparked the beginning of open hostilities, but his inferior force was no match for the well-establish Yuan family. He contemplated killing himself as Bei Ping burnt before him, but Zhao Yun swept in at the last moment and convinced Zan to join him. In this manner, Zan survived the fall of Bei Ping.
Zan's former rank made him a useful addition to Liu Bei's army. He commanded troops effectively in multiple encounters, responding well to both the aggressive strategies proposed by Liu Bei's brothers, and the effective strategies proposed by Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu. He was an outspoken supporter of Liu Bei's takeover of Yi Province, and now serves as Supreme Commander, continuing to bolster Shu's defenses against the ever-growing threat of an attack from the well-establish Wei army.
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