• "Hostage" can target any character, including Cheng Yu himself.

• The discarded card from "Hostage" can be from the target's hand or equipment area.

• If Cheng Yu causes multiple damage in one instance, he can still only trigger "Hostage" once per turn.

• Cheng Yu makes his prediction for "See Through" before the judgment card is revealed.

• For "See Through", if the judgment does not take effect, such as the Capture failed to affect the target, Cheng Yu does not draw a card even if he guessed correctly.

• "See Through" applies to all judgment cards, including delay tool cards, and abilities requiring judgments.

• "Hostage" lets Cheng Yu weaken opponents by stripping them of key cards, whether from their hand or equipment slots.

• "See Through" provides a consistent way to generate extra cards.

• Works well with aggressive strategies, rewarding him for dealing damage by letting him control the board.

• "Hostage" only activates when Cheng Yu deals damage, which means he relies on attack opportunities to maximize his abilities.

• "See Through" depends on accurate predictions and judgment card activations, making it less reliable than flat card-drawing abilities.

• Cheng Yu lacks defensive tools or healing abilities, making him vulnerable if pressured.

• Judgment Users:
  Characters like Fire Zhuge Liang use numerous judgments, increasing Cheng Yu’s success rate with "See Through."

• Equipment Disruptors:
  With "Hostage" stripping opponents of key equipment, he synergizes well with characters who also manipulate equipment, such as Sun Shangxiang and Huang Zhong.

King

• • Not ideal due to his lack of self-defense. His abilities favor offensive play rather than sustaining.

Loyalist

• • A decent support pick, as he can weaken the Rebel forces with "Hostage" and generate extra cards for tactical advantage.

Rebel

• • Works well as a Rebel since his abilities reward aggressive play, making him a threat to the King and their Loyalists.

Spy

• • His adaptability allows him to make use of both abilities effectively in shifting alliances.

Cheng Yu is a flexible disruptor who excels at weakening opponents through forced discards and judgment manipulation. While his abilities require strategic timing and some luck, they offer strong utility when used effectively. He thrives in aggressive roles where he can frequently trigger "Hostage" while gaining extra cards from "See Through." Players who enjoy predictive gameplay and disrupting opponents' plans will find Cheng Yu a valuable addition to their strategy.

Cheng Yu was a key strategist for Cao Cao and one of his most trusted advisors. Known for his sharp mind and decisive nature, he played a crucial role in many of Cao Cao's campaigns. One of his most notable contributions was advising against attacking Sun Quan prematurely, predicting that Guan Yu would eventually become a bigger threat—a foresight that proved correct when Guan Yu launched his infamous campaign in Jing Province.

In Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Cheng Yu is portrayed as a pragmatic and ruthless strategist. His ability "Hostage" ties into his historical reputation for pressuring opponents through calculated force, while "See Through" reflects his keen insight and ability to predict enemy movements. His strategic importance and foresight make him a fitting choice for a control-focused character in Sanguosha.