• Much like the original Ling Tong, Ling Tong cannot simply discard equipped cards to activate "Whirlwind." He must have another character forcibly remove his equipment or replace his equipped cards with another equipment card of the same type.

• "Whirlwind" activates on a 'per-instance' basis. If Ling Tong loses multiple pieces of equipment in one instance (e.g., when Wu Guo Tai targets him with "Exposure"), this ability can only be activated once. Likewise, if Ling Tong discards more than two cards in his discard phase, this ability is only activated once.

• When Ling Tong activates "Whirlwind," he can discard any two cards owned by other characters. He can either choose to discard two cards from one character or pick two different characters and discard one card from each.

• Delay tool cards cannot be discarded when Ling Tong activates "Whirlwind."

• "Whirlwind" is a great deterrent against equipment removal. When enemies target his equipment with Break or Steal, Ling Tong can discard two cards in return for only losing one piece of equipment.

• Ling Tong’s "Whirlwind" has improved from his original counterpart's ability since it can now activate when discarding two or more cards during his discard phase. This is useful if Ling Tong can do nothing else during his turn.

• Ling Tong benefits even when targeted by Capture because he can discard two cards during the discard phase to activate "Whirlwind."

• While easier to activate than the original Ling Tong's power, "Whirlwind" is still difficult to use consistently. Losing equipment can be hard to trigger naturally, and Ling Tong may have to save cards to ensure he can discard two in his discard phase.

• With fewer hand cards during his turn, it becomes challenging for Ling Tong to discard two cards in his discard phase to activate "Whirlwind."

• Supportive Characters:
  Xun Yu, Guo Jia, Liu Bei, and Xu Shu have abilities to give Ling Tong cards, increasing his chances to gather equipment and activate "Whirlwind." Guo Jia and Liu Bei are particularly effective because they can control the specific cards they give to Ling Tong.

• Equipment Enablers:
  Wu Guotai's "Exposure" can force Ling Tong to swap equipment and activate "Whirlwind." Zhang Zhao and Zhang Hong, Chen Gong, and Zhang He are also excellent allies since they can give Ling Tong equipment. Additionally, Zhang Zhao and Zhang Hong’s "Stubborn" keeps Ling Tong’s hand full for future activations of "Whirlwind."

• Discarding Enemies:
  Sun Jian, Sun Ce, Gan Ning, and Jiang Wei have abilities that force characters to discard cards. This allows Ling Tong to discard equipment for "Whirlwind," making them powerful allies.

• Cardless Defenders:
  Zhang Chunhua, Zhuge Liang, and Lu Xun gain protection from "Whirlwind" since they benefit from losing hand cards.

King

• • Ling Tong is not an ideal king due to his support-oriented abilities and lack of longevity.

Loyalist

• • He is serviceable in this role, using "Whirlwind" to hinder rebels by discarding their weapons and horses, making it harder for them to reach the king.

Rebel

• • Ling Tong is a good rebel, as "Whirlwind" can be used to deplete the king's resources.

Spy

• • Ling Tong can excel as a spy by acquiring equipment and controlling the game pace with "Whirlwind." He can discard useless hand cards to disrupt either side, evening out the game.

Ling Tong is a clear improvement over his original counterpart. His ability to discard cards from enemies gives him strategic flexibility, but it’s essential to prioritize acquiring equipment whenever possible. During turns when there is little to do, consider holding back and using "Whirlwind" in the discard phase to discard two important cards from enemies. While his power is easier to activate now, it can still be difficult in certain situations where equipment is scarce or he lacks enough cards to discard.

Ling Tong was a general serving under Sun Quan during the Three Kingdoms era, known for his courage and loyalty. One of his most notable achievements was his defense against Cao Cao's forces at Hefei, where he earned a reputation as a fierce warrior. His disdain for Gan Ning is famous, as he held a deep grudge against him for killing his father, Ling Cao, during a battle. However, over time, Ling Tong and Gan Ning managed to serve together under Sun Quan, exemplifying the complex and turbulent relationships among warriors in the era.

Ling Tong’s in-game ability, "Whirlwind," mirrors his real-life quick thinking and aggressive combat style. His willingness to discard enemy resources aligns with his historical tactical prowess, where he managed to thwart enemy plans by swiftly reacting to their moves.