Fallen Heir 陷嗣
At the beginning of his turn, Liu Feng can select up to two other players. He takes a card from each and places them on his character card, representing Betrayals. Other characters can discard two Betrayals to attack Liu Feng.
Liu Feng uses "Fallen Heir" before his judgment phase.
Liu Feng cannot use or discard his own Betrayals.
Other characters may discard two Betrayals to attack Liu Feng, but they must follow normal conditions: Liu Feng must be in attacking range, and the attacker must not have already used an attack this turn.
Betrayals cannot be used in Duel or Barbarians played by Liu Feng. However, they may be used to attack Liu Feng when prompted by Coerce.
Attacks made using Betrayals are colorless and have no elemental properties, regardless of the color of the Betrayals discarded.
Weapons and character abilities may be combined with the attack generated from discarding Betrayals.
Liu Feng's ability, "Fallen Heir," gives him card advantage each turn by stealing up to two cards from other players.
This ability can be used strategically to target equipped cards, particularly weapons and -1 Horses, making it harder for enemies to attack him.
His strength lies in controlling the battlefield through careful management of enemies' resources and positioning.
"Fallen Heir" comes with the risk of retaliation since Betrayals allow other characters to attack Liu Feng by discarding two.
If Liu Feng only takes hand cards, he becomes a weaker version of Zhang Liao, whose "Raid" also steals cards but without the same vulnerability.
Managing the timing and targets of "Fallen Heir" is crucial, as taking too many cards can backfire if enemies can easily attack him.
Equipment Control:
By using "Fallen Heir" to steal weapons and -1 Horses, Liu Feng limits the range and offensive capabilities of his enemies, which prevents them from using Betrayals to attack him. Characters like Huang Zhong, Lu Meng, and Huang Gai, who rely on specific equipment to maximize their abilities, are particularly vulnerable.
Armor Synergy:
When equipped with Wood Armor, Betrayals can be used for attacks from allies. Characters can burn through their ally's Betrayals, leaving Liu Feng safe from their enemies' assault methods.
Defensive Support:
Characters with healing or defense-boosting abilities, such as Hua Tuo, are valuable allies. Their presence can minimize the impact of Betrayals, allowing Liu Feng to withstand attacks more effectively and keep his Betrayals from overwhelming him.
Liu Feng’s card-stealing ability provides a tactical advantage for a King, but the risk of frequent attacks from Betrayals makes him vulnerable in this role.
As a Loyalist, Liu Feng can target enemies and limit their options, but must coordinate well with the King to avoid retaliation.
His ability to weaken the King’s equipment and hand cards makes Liu Feng a solid choice as a Rebel, though his Betrayals could make him a target of multiple players.
As a Spy, Liu Feng’s card-stealing can disrupt both factions, but the added risk of being attacked from both sides makes him a challenging character to play in this role.
Liu Feng’s power lies in his ability to weaken opponents by taking their key cards, especially equipment. However, his unique "Fallen Heir" ability can easily become a double-edged sword, as Betrayals enable his enemies to attack him. Playing Liu Feng requires a careful balance of aggression and defense, with strategic targeting of equipped cards to minimize risk. He can shine in disrupting enemy plans but must be cautious of overextending himself.
Liu Feng was the adopted son of the warlord Liu Bei, the founder of Shu. Although he was of the Kou family, Liu Feng was adopted by Liu Bei because the latter lacked a suitable heir at the time. Liu Feng gained a reputation for his combat prowess and physical strength during Liu Bei’s campaigns in southern China.
However, Liu Feng's legacy is marred by his refusal to aid his uncle, Guan Yu, during the latter’s campaign in Jing Province. Guan Yu’s defeat and execution by Sun Quan’s forces led to Liu Bei resenting Liu Feng for not providing reinforcements. This, along with Meng Da’s defection to Wei, led to Liu Feng’s downfall. Zhuge Liang, fearing that Liu Feng might defect to Wei, convinced Liu Bei to order Liu Feng’s death. Before taking his own life, Liu Feng expressed regret for not heeding Meng Da’s warnings to defect with him.
In Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Liu Feng’s adoption after Liu Shan’s birth creates tension, particularly with Guan Yu, who opposed the adoption. His refusal to help Guan Yu, due partly to Meng Da’s influence, seals his fate. Despite Liu Feng's loyalty to Liu Bei, his downfall highlights the tragic consequences of family conflict and divided loyalties.
Liu Feng’s in-game ability, "Fallen Heir," reflects his historical role as someone who both benefited from and was ultimately undone by his adopted family. The Betrayals in the game tie into the historical betrayal by Meng Da and Liu Feng's inability to assist Guan Yu. This duality—of strength and vulnerability—perfectly captures Liu Feng's character in history.