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and a group of Cao Cao loyalists submitted a memorial to Emperor Xian proposing that Cao should be granted the title of a duke. This proposal was significant as it would allow Cao Cao to set up a self-contained feudal state within the Han dynasty. Up to this point, Cao Cao's political legitimacy was
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Knowing that Dong Zhao was probably a conduit for Cao Cao when approached by the former for his support, Xun Yu told Dong that Cao's personal mission was one of restoring the Han dynasty and would not approve of such a move – thus possibly hinting to Cao that he should abandon the idea. Xun Yu's
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for months, eventually exhausting his food supply; while contemplating retreat he sent a letter to Xun Yu (who was then defending Xu) for advice. Xun Yu dissuaded Cao Cao with a letter, highlighting several advantages that his army held over Yuan Shao's forces and urging him to stand fast; the
389:), and was born into a family of government officials. He was described in historical records as a tall and handsome gentleman. His grandfather, Xun Shu, served as a local governor and had eight sons who were nicknamed the "Eight Dragons of the Xun Family"; an uncle of Xun Yu, 528:, Cao Cao was tempted to turn around and move to Xu Province before returning to deal with Lü Bu; it was Xun Yu who dissuaded him from this, reminding him that Yan Province was his heartland and power base and should be secured first before launching campaigns abroad. 487:, creating a body of advisors around Cao; at the same time he participated in several battles and major events of the era, often giving timely advice to his lord. Cao Cao, in turn, respected Xun Yu greatly and placed a great store in his advice. 609:) for treatment and recuperation. He died in the following year in 212. The circumstances of his death aroused great suspicion and is a matter of debate as it came closely after his opposition towards Cao Cao's ascension to duke. 886:), great-grandson of Xun Shuang, and an influential minister to the first Emperor in the Jin dynasty, Sima Yan. Xun Xu's sons also became high ministers and his grandsons served under Eastern Jin. 561:). In the long run, this strategy would give Cao Cao a considerable political advantage over his rivals, allowing him to legitimise his actions by taking them in the emperor's name. 917: 463:
Xun Yu's contributions to Cao Cao's forces and administration are immense. On one hand he recommended many other men of calibre to Cao Cao, including
1369: 524:), and his firm actions saved the city from capture, allowing Cao Cao's armies to return and drive away Lü Bu. Subsequently, on the death of 543:, Henan) in 196, taking on the role of protecting the emperor. Xun Yu's plan was to "control the insubordinate in the name of the emperor" ( 1323: 1364: 1258: 1190: 491: 590:. Xun Yu, whose ideals were for Cao Cao to continue being the protector of the Han dynasty, opposed Dong Zhao's proposal. 1359: 1354: 1374: 82: 60: 53: 1140:, Xun Yu plays a prominent role, although the character is portrayed as a woman who harbours a requited love for 802:), rose to the position of Grand Commandant during the Jin dynasty, posthumously honoured as Duke Kang of Linhuai 1307: 551: 597:
Following this, Xun Yu was sent to Qiao to reward the soldiers who took part in a military campaign against
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eventual result was a decisive victory for Cao Cao, which was crucial to his domination of northern China.
1177:. He is shown opening a container in his artwork and wearing traditional clothing for an advisor from the 1127: 1109: 967:), son of Xun Han, served as Right Inspector of the Feathered Forest Imperial Guard, died at a young age 582: 1278: 1181:. His quote says, "A splendid talent, admired of all men! His folly lay in serving Cao Cao's Power." 452: 1224: 1065:), son of Xun Song, served as North General of the Household, and Governor of Xu and Yan provinces 47: 1012:), served as Protector General of the Army, posthumously appointed General of Chariots and Cavalry 515: 1121:
poll for one of the new officers to have the name Xun Yu. Xun Yu became a playable character in
601:. While there, Xun Yu was said to have fallen sick and was brought to Shouchun (寿春; present-day 907:), oldest son of Xun Yun, granted the title of Marquis of Guangyangxiang, died at the age of 30 525: 495: 64: 1174: 405: 394: 518:, chose to defect to Lü Bu. At that time Xun Yu was in charge of the defences of Juancheng ( 1282: 1166: 1158:, Jun'iku (Xun Yu's Japanese name) also serves as a strategist to Sōsō (Cao Cao) and has a 468: 378: 8: 1349: 1344: 1232: 1170: 532: 366: 361:, was a Chinese military official and politician who served as an adviser to the warlord 166: 684:), served as Chancellor of Pingyuan, Minister of the Household, and Excellency of Works 587: 398: 420:(civil service candidate) and began his career in the civil service. When the warlord 1254: 1075: 834: 737: 733: 569: 439:
In the subsequent years, warlords quickly rose in each region; Xun Yu first served
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in 191. Cao Cao recognised Xun Yu's talent and he exclaimed, "Here comes my
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Card Game, Xun Yu has a Magic Card "Xun Yu, Wei Advisor" from a set called
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subtly distorts this to "hold the emperor hostage to control the nobles" (
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A biographical dictionary of Later Han to the Three Kingdoms (23–220 AD)
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Xun Yu proved to be a talented youth and was evaluated by the scholar
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It was also at Xun Yu's suggestion that Cao Cao chose to escort
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Han dynasty military official and statesman (163–212)
1041:), son of Xun Jun, served as a Household Counsellor 851:), a historian of Later Han and the son of Xun Jian 1248: 564:In 200, Cao Cao was locked in a stalemate against 1336: 1083: 1069: 1060: 1048: 1036: 1022: 1016: 1007: 1001: 992: 986: 977: 971: 962: 948: 936: 930: 921: 911: 902: 881: 864: 858: 846: 809: 797: 785: 776: 763: 751: 745: 723: 711: 697: 688: 679: 667: 658: 649: 640: 628: 619: 556: 544: 519: 409: 1324:Annotations to Records of the Three Kingdoms 833:, served the state of Wei, initiator of the 781:), served as Palace Assistant Imperial Clerk 408:as "someone capable of assisting kings" ( 83:Learn how and when to remove this message 1223:stated that he died at the age of 50 by 586:only underpinned by his position as the 458: 46:This article includes a list of general 447:, but later left him and went to serve 130:Prefect of the Masters of Writing (尚書令) 1337: 535:, who was then living in the ruins of 1191:Lists of people of the Three Kingdoms 1098: 736:to surrender, fate unknown after the 549:); the 14th-century historical novel 1370:Government officials under Yuan Shao 1231:17 (c. 212) during the reign of the 594:remarks greatly displeased Cao Cao. 32: 19:For the ancient nomadic people, see 13: 1365:Government officials under Cao Cao 52:it lacks sufficient corresponding 14: 1386: 539:, to his base at Xu (present-day 414:). In 189, he was nominated as a 633:), served as Chancellor of Jinan 624:), served as Prefect of Langling 110: 37: 1296: 1027:), served as Imperial Secretary 1267: 1242: 949: 424:seized control of the capital 1: 1308:Records of the Three Kingdoms 1221:Records of the Three Kingdoms 1196: 982:), served as Minister Steward 552:Romance of the Three Kingdoms 372: 294:Military official, politician 120:illustration of Xun Yu (1734) 1201: 7: 1249:de Crespigny, Rafe (2007). 1184: 1128:Dynasty Warriors 8: Empires 1110:Dynasty Warriors 7: Empires 895:, one of Cao Cao's advisors 10: 1391: 1360:3rd-century Chinese people 1355:2nd-century Chinese people 750:), daughter of Tang Heng ( 728:), fourth brother, served 510:. Two of Cao's officials, 443:, whose power base was in 333: 25: 18: 1281:, a prominent advisor to 1084: 1070: 1061: 1049: 1037: 1023: 1017: 1008: 1002: 993: 991:), second son of Xun Yi ( 987: 978: 976:), oldest son of Xun Yi ( 972: 963: 937: 931: 922: 912: 903: 882: 865: 859: 847: 810: 798: 786: 777: 764: 752: 746: 724: 712: 698: 689: 680: 668: 659: 650: 641: 629: 620: 612: 557: 545: 520: 506:was suddenly attacked by 490:In 194, as Cao Cao led a 410: 328: 322:Marquis of Wansui Village 318: 308: 298: 290: 276: 235: 219: 203: 198: 194: 182: 172: 162: 136: 129: 125: 109: 104: 97: 1375:Politicians from Xuchang 1225:East Asian age reckoning 1006:), third son of Xun Yi ( 576: 268:another two unnamed sons 26:Not to be confused with 1053:), daughter of Xun Song 393:, served as one of the 67:more precise citations. 1253:. 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Qing dynasty
Emperor Xian of Han
Cao Cao
Hua Xin
Xuchang
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Shou County
Anhui
Xun Yi
Xun Can
Chen Qun
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Yingchuan Commandery
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