Lord Mengchang of Qi

AncientPoliticianQi-320 — -279

Generous patron with three thousand retainers.

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Quick Facts

Born

320 BCE

Died

279 BCE

Country

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)55

Influence (20%)58

Legacy (20%)49

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)25

Total Score48.4

Lord Mengchang of Qi — Complete Timeline

300 BC

Patronage of three thousand retainersCultural

Lord Mengchang (Tian Wen) maintained a household of three thousand retainers from all social classes, including fugitives and criminals. This diverse group provided him with intelligence, military advice, and political support, making him a powerful figure in Qi.

QiRetainersPatronage

Impact: regionalconstructive

294 BC

Exile and return to QiPolitical Action◆ Major

Lord Mengchang was forced into exile after being accused of plotting rebellion by King Min of Qi. He fled to Wei, where he served as prime minister and organized coalitions against Qi. He later returned to Qi after King Min's death.

QiExilePower Struggle

Impact: regional