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Cheng Yu
AncientPoliticianChina141 — 220
Wei advisor who fortified against Yuan Shao.
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Quick Facts
Born
141
Died
220
Country
China
Era
Ancient
Occupation
Politician
Score Overview
Military (10%)45
Political (20%)34
Influence (20%)49
Legacy (20%)39
Leadership (15%)67
Strategy (15%)37
Total Score45.2
Cheng Yu — Complete Timeline
194 AD
Defense of JuanchengWar◆ Major
Cheng Yu defended Juancheng against L
Three KingdomsSiegeLü Bu
Impact: nationalconstructive
200 AD
Battle of GuanduWar◆ Major
Cheng Yu served as a strategist at Guandu. He advocated for a decisive strike against Yuan Shao and helped maintain morale.
Three KingdomsStrategyYuan Shao
Impact: nationalconstructive
205 AD
Appointment as Imperial SecretaryPolitical Action
Cheng Yu was appointed Imperial Secretary, a high civil post. He was known for his harsh but effective governance.
Three KingdomsPromotionCivil Service
Impact: national
220 AD
Death and Posthumous HonorsOther
Cheng Yu died shortly after Cao Cao. He was posthumously granted the title of Marquis of Anxiang, honoring his service.
Three KingdomsDeathHonors
Impact: national
Detailed Scores
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Military
Strategy
6
Tactics
6
Battles
6
Army Scale
5
War Impact
6
Political
Governance
7
Reform
7
Stability
7
Policy
7
Power
8
Influence
History
9
Global
8
Culture
9
Ideology
9
Legacy
8
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