Guan Yu

Riding alone for thousands of lǐ, pressing on untiring towards his destination, Lord Guan arrives in a thunder of hooves. His green armor strikes fear into the hearts of the enemy. His Green Dragon Crescent Blade fells a dozen warriors with the slightest movement. His beard radiates majesty. Confucians, Daoists, Shintōists, and Buddhists all revere Lord Guan, most loyal and dedicated of all the Three Kingdoms period’s combatants. Establishments from police stations to candy stores display his image to invoke his protection, to guard their health and their fortunes. The Romance of the Three Kingdoms details his steadfast success in battle and tragic death.

General Guan represents loyalty above all else. None of Chancellor Cao Cao’s gifts and temptations weakened Guan’s devotion to his sovereign, Liu Bei. He sees his role as the general of the Shén as an opportunity to instill a loyal spirit in his subordinates and peers. He has no time for unjust warfare, or petty and selfish warmongers. Divine might, says Guan, must always be used to help others.

Wherever General Guan goes, he’s ready for action. His Incarnations tend to be protectors and commanders, from the local Better Business Bureau head to the police commissioner. He’s not afraid to show anger in his words, but he never lets wrath take the wheel from him. He isn’t pushy when it comes to his Scions’ activities, but if anyone asks, he’ll express his approval or disapproval frankly and directly. If one of them steps out of line — perhaps failing to honor an agreement, or working for the wrong guy — he asks another Scion to visit and suggest a change of course. Still, as the centuries have passed and he’s reflected on mistakes he’s made, he’s realized how much toxic masculinity colors his actions and feelings.

Purviews: Epic Strength, Epic Stamina, Artistry (Historical Fiction), Order, Passion (Loyalty), Prosperity, Sky, War

Aliases: Yunchang; Changsheng; Shouchang; Marquis Zhuangmou; Duke Zhonghui; the Lord of the Magnificent Beard; Guan the Holy Great Deity, God of War Manifesting Benevolence, Bravery and Prestige, Protector of the Country and Defender of the People, Prow and Honest Supporter of Peace and Reconciliation, Promoter of Morality, Loyalty and Righteousness; Sangharama Bodhisattva

Callings: Guardian, Leader, @Warrior