Fei Yi

AncientPoliticianChina190 — 253

Shu chancellor assassinated by a Wei defector.

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Quick Facts

Born

190

Died

253

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)40

Political (20%)44

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)64

Strategy (15%)54

Total Score48.1

Fei Yi — Complete Timeline

243 AD

Appointment as Chancellor of ShuPolitical Action◆ Major

Fei Yi succeeded Jiang Wan as Chancellor of Shu, becoming the chief minister of the state. He continued the policies of Zhuge Liang and Jiang Wan, focusing on internal stability and defense.

Shu-HanAppointmentGovernment

Impact: nationalconstructive

244 AD

Defense of HanzhongWar◆ Major

When Wei forces under Cao Shuang invaded Hanzhong, Fei Yi led reinforcements to relieve the Shu defenders. The campaign ended with Wei's withdrawal, preserving Shu's northern frontier.

Shu-HanBattleHanzhong Campaign

Impact: regional

253 AD

Assassination by Guo XunPolitical Action◆ Major

Fei Yi was assassinated during a banquet by Guo Xun, a Wei defector who had been accepted into Shu service. The assassination destabilized Shu's government and weakened its leadership.

Shu-HanAssassinationPolitical Crisis

Impact: nationaltragic