SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

Zhao state

  • Fan Ju

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    Ana

    Fan Ju (? – 255 BCE) was a prominent Chancellor of the State of Qin during the Warring States period. His courtesy name was Shu, and he was a native of Ruicheng in the State of Wei (modern-day Ruicheng County, Shanxi).

  • The Master of Deceit: Zhang Yi [Warring States]

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    Rob

    Introduction: This article details the masterful deception of Zhang Yi, Chancellor of Qin, during the Warring States period. It recounts his infamous “Sting” against King Huai of Chu, where he falsely promised 600 li of land to break the Chu-Qi alliance, only to renege and provoke a war that cost Chu its territory and…

  • The Strategist’s Revenge: Sun Bin vs. Pang Juan [Warring States]

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    Rob

    Introduction: This article narrates the legendary rivalry and revenge of Sun Bin against his treacherous fellow student, Pang Juan, during the Warring States period. It details Sun Bin’s harrowing escape from Wei, where he faked madness and death to evade Pang Juan’s spies. The narrative highlights two pivotal battles: the Battle of Guiling, where…