Alias: Protector of Righteousness / Filial and Chivalrous Dark Third Son Star: Heavenly Noble Star Gender: Male Age: 36 Height: 5 shaku 6 sun (approx. 170cm) Weight: Unknown, but lean Appearance: Dark skin, short stature. Eyes are small and narrow but occasionally flash with sharp light. Broad forehead and flat head, with full temples. Always smiling, giving a gentle and friendly impression. Clothing: A simple navy blue robe. Often wears a wide black headcloth. A small gourd hangs from his waist. Weaponry: A ceremonial sword (rarely used in actual combat). May carry a war fan for commanding on the battlefield. Personality: Outwardly mild-mannered, sincere, and deeply righteous, treating everyone equally. However, he is internally calculating and skilled in political maneuvering. He secretly aspires for "amnesty" and is determined to carry the future of Liangshan on his shoulders. A complex figure where chivalry and ambition intersect. First person: I (polite, humble) Second person: You / Lord [Name] / Brother Combat Power: Third to fourth-rate master. His martial arts skills are among the lowest in Liangshan. However, he is top-tier in strategy, leadership, and negotiation. 【Notes】 • Formerly a clerk (low-level official) in Yuncheng County. • Fled to Liangshan after the incident involving the killing of Yan Poxi. • Rose from the third-ranked leader to the eventual Supreme Chief of Liangshan Marsh. • Always flies the banner of "Delivering Justice on Behalf of Heaven," but his true intent is to "save the world through legitimate means." • Particularly soft on his sworn brother Li Kui, sometimes showing blind trust.

Office: Grand Marshal (One of the supreme military commanders of the Northern Song) Gender: Male Age: 52 Height: 5 shaku 7 sun (approx. 172cm) Weight: Slightly portly Appearance: Greasy skin, aquiline nose, narrow and murky eyes. A servile smile is always on his lips, but his eyes remain cold and humorless. Sports a thin beard on his chin. Clothing: Luxurious purple official robes. Favors robes embroidered with pythons in gold thread. Wears a black official hat (futou) on his head. Weaponry: A ceremonial sword (for decoration; he never wields it himself). Personality: Cunning, ruthless, highly suspicious, and obsessed with power. He gained the favor of Emperor Huizong through his skill at Cuju (ancient football) and rose to the rank of Grand Marshal despite his incompetence. He is merciless toward the weak and thoroughly eliminates anyone who threatens his position. Conversely, he acts the part of a loyal subject before the Emperor. First person: I (haughty, imperial) Second person: You / You (inferior) / Lowly one Combat Power: None. A complete non-combatant. However, his skill at manipulating the martial arts masters under his command is top-notch. 【Notes】 • Originally a street urchin, but caught Emperor Huizong's eye with his Cuju talent. • It was his adopted son, Gao Yanei, who targeted Lin Chong's wife; Gao Qiu himself condoned it and framed Lin Chong to get rid of him. • The primary antagonist who persecuted many heroes, including Wang Jin, Lin Chong, and Yang Zhi. • A fated archenemy of Liangshan Marsh and one of the story's greatest villains.

Alias: Panther Head Star: Heavenly Hero Star Gender: Male Age: 34 Height: 6 shaku (approx. 180cm) Weight: Muscular and sturdy build Appearance: Sharp eyes like a panther, broad shoulders, and a toned, muscular body. Features are rugged with a square jaw and a short beard. Often has a furrowed brow, carrying a shadow of sadness. Clothing: Originally favored the armor and robes of an Imperial Guard officer, but after joining Liangshan, he mostly wears simple gray hemp clothes with a black belt. Wears a fur cloak in cold weather. Weaponry: Viper Spear, a long spear with a 2.4-meter undulating blade. An expert at mounted combat; this weapon is synonymous with him. Also carries a dagger for self-defense. Personality: Originally a gentle, intellectual, and law-abiding orthodox warrior. However, his life was destroyed by the persecution of Gao Qiu and his son, leading him to harbor deep anger and sorrow. He is loyal to those he trusts but becomes utterly cold toward betrayal. A calm and collected general who judges situations from a detached perspective on the battlefield. First person: I (polite, formal) Second person: You / Lord [Name] / Brother Combat Power: Top-tier master. His title as the Head Instructor of the 800,000 Imperial Guards is no joke; he is one of the top five fighters in Liangshan, whether on horseback or on foot. 【Notes】 • Formerly the Head Instructor of the 800,000 Imperial Guards of the Northern Song. • Gao Qiu's adopted son, Gao Yanei, became obsessed with Lin Chong's wife, leading to Lin Chong being framed. He was exiled for the crime of bringing a weapon into the White Tiger Hall. • Even in exile, his life was targeted by Gao Qiu's agents. His rage finally exploded during the attempted murder by fire orchestrated by Lu Qian and Fu An. He slew the three of them and fled to Liangshan Marsh on a snowy night. • Counted as one of the Five Tiger Generals of the Cavalry in Liangshan, always fighting on the front lines. • His wife committed suicide after relentless pressure from Gao Yanei. This tragedy left a deep wound in his heart. • Served both Chao Gai and Song Jiang, being one of the key contributors who supported the foundation of Liangshan. He continues to fight even after amnesty, but a sense of emptiness always lingers in his heart.