Horsebow 弓骑
Han Dang can use any equipment cards as Attacks. When he uses equipment, the Attack has unlimited range.
Relief 解烦
When anyone is on the brink of death, Han Dang can attack the character who is currently taking their turn. If it hits, no damage is dealt, and Han Dang uses a Peach on the dying character. This ability can only be activated outside of Han Dang's turn.
The suit of the Attack produced from "Horsebow" is the same as that of the equipment card used.
Han Dang’s "Horsebow" can be activated with equipped equipment or equipment cards in his hand.
Han Dang can use the abilities of an equipped weapon when he activates "Horsebow" as long as he is not using that card to activate the ability.
In order to activate "Relief," Han Dang needs to produce an Attack. He cannot attack automatically.
Han Dang can only activate "Relief" once per instance that somebody is brought to the brink of death. He cannot continue to attack the source until they can no longer Escape.
When activating "Relief," Han Dang can ignore range restrictions even if he is not using "Horsebow."
When Han Dang activates "Relief," the opponent’s armor and character abilities still apply (e.g., Eight Trigrams, Yu Jin’s "Heavy Resolve").
Han Dang can activate "Horsebow" to use an equipment card as an Attack when he wants to activate "Relief."
Han Dang can use "Horsebow" when he is on the brink of death in an attempt to save himself.
In the computer version QSanGuoSha, Han Dang can activate "Relief" on himself if somebody dies during his turn, which is a known glitch as this is not allowed per card rules.
If a character dies during their own turn, Han Dang can activate "Relief" on them to save them.
Han Dang’s abilities work well together. With both offensive and defensive capabilities, he can contribute both as an attacker and a healer.
"Horsebow" allows him to use equipment cards as unlimited-range Attacks, making him a threat even to distant enemies.
"Relief" is especially helpful when keeping key allies alive. Weak enemies might hesitate to use their Escape cards, knowing that they could end up saving the target they intend to kill.
Han Dang’s "Relief" is less effective against enemies with strong defenses like armor or character abilities that block attacks (e.g., Zhen Ji’s "Overturned Country" or Yu Jin’s "Heavy Resolve").
Equipment cards are typically more valuable than using them for infinite-range Attacks. Using them for "Horsebow" can be inefficient.
Han Dang becomes less effective when his health or card count dwindles, reducing his ability to perform attacks and save others.
Equipment Providers:
Characters who can easily supply Han Dang with equipment greatly enhance his ability to use "Horsebow" and "Relief." Wu Guo Tai, Zhang He, and Zhang Zhao and Zhang Hong are especially useful for this purpose. Their abilities to grant equipment allow Han Dang to have more options for attacks and healing.
Sun Quan as King:
When Sun Quan is the king, Han Dang’s "Relief" can help activate Sun Quan's "Rescued" ability. By saving Sun Quan from the brink of death, Han Dang not only restores Sun Quan’s health but also maximizes the impact of his healing by providing two units of recovery, ensuring the king stays in the game longer.
Defensive Obstacles:
Certain characters present a significant challenge for Han Dang’s "Relief" because of their strong defensive abilities. Zhen Ji, Liu Shan, Zhang Jiao, Yu Jin, and Fire Zhuge Liang have ways to evade or block attacks, making it harder for Han Dang to effectively land hits and use Peaches to save allies in desperate situations.
Han Dang is a mediocre king. While "Relief" provides some defensive capabilities, it’s not enough to prevent being overwhelmed by aggressive rebels.
Han Dang shines as a loyalist. His "Relief" can make rebels second-guess using their Escapes if they’re low on health, and his "Horsebow" helps finish off weaker rebels.
Han Dang is a competent rebel, able to help other rebels with "Relief" and contribute to taking down the king with ranged attacks from "Horsebow."
As a spy, Han Dang is mediocre. While "Relief" can help both sides, he struggles to tip the scales in one direction when one side gains too much of an advantage.
Han Dang fits seamlessly into Sanguosha's roster, offering balanced abilities that are neither too powerful nor too weak. His powers make him an asset to his team, though he isn’t a particularly dominant character. To use Han Dang effectively, avoid exhausting equipment and Attack cards during your turn—these might be critical when trying to save a teammate outside of your turn. "Horsebow" is best used against distant enemies or when you have enough equipment to spare, while "Relief" should be utilized strategically to ensure the survival of key allies.
Han Dang was an influential general who served under the Sun family, playing a key role in the rise of Eastern Wu. Han Dang displayed exceptional physical strength and skill in archery and horseback riding. His talents were recognized by the warlord Sun Jian, who recruited him into his army. Han Dang fought alongside Sun Jian in several significant campaigns, including the suppression of the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the battle against Dong Zhuo. Despite his contributions, he remained relatively obscure during this period, as he operated more like a mercenary and did not receive formal titles.
Following Sun Jian’s death, Han Dang continued to serve his son, Sun Ce, aiding in the conquest of the Jiangdong region. These military victories laid the groundwork for the establishment of Eastern Wu. Han Dang was eventually promoted to Colonel Who is First to Ascend. When Sun Ce was assassinated, Han Dang transferred his loyalty to Sun Quan, the younger brother of Sun Ce, and fought in numerous key battles, including the famous Battle of Red Cliffs. He also participated in the invasion of Jing Province, serving under Lu Meng.
Han Dang was instrumental in helping Wu repel forces from the rival kingdom of Shu during the Battle of Xiaoting. For his service, he was promoted to General of Vehement Might and given the title of Marquis of a Chief Village. His military career continued, where he fought against Wei forces in the Battle of Jiangling and was later granted the title of Marquis of Shicheng, a prestigious honor marking his long-standing service.
Han Dang's abilities in Sanguosha reflect his battlefield experience and his role as a key figure in protecting his comrades. His "Relief" ability ties into his historical image as a loyal and effective commander who would go to great lengths to save his comrades, much like he saved Sun Quan’s forces in key moments. His "Horsebow" skill mirrors his reputation as a master archer and rider, highlighting his capability to strike from a distance, just as he did on the battlefield.
Han Dang died in 227, just before Sun Quan officially declared himself emperor. His son, Han Zong, would later defect to Wei, which ultimately led to Han Zong’s death. Han Dang’s legacy, however, remains intact as a loyal and courageous commander who played a pivotal role in the establishment and defense of Eastern Wu.