A famous general in Chinese history, Zhao Yun was regarded as one of the strongest and most capable of soldiers during the period of the warring straits. Historically a man, the artist has chosen to have a female version of the character for whatever reason he has. Nicknamed the "Dragon King", Zhao Yun has been featured prominently in Chinese popular culture, literature, art and anecdotes. Zhao Yun was already a relatively well-known hero from the Three Kingdoms period, as folktales about his exploits have been passed down through centuries. He became a household name due to the popularity of the historical novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms. Recently, Zhao Yun's popularity has moved beyond Asia and into the Western world, through various media, including the Internet and video games.
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