Inspire Courage 振胆
Whenever you need to play a basic card, you may exchange hands with a character who has fewer cards in their hand. If you do, it is considered that you have played the required card. Limited to once per turn for each character.
The exchange of hands is mandatory if you activate "Inspire Courage". After the exchange, you fulfill the requirement for the basic card (e.g., an Attack, Peach, or Escape).
"Inspire Courage" applies to any situation where a basic card is required, such as responding to a Duel, using an Attack, or saving a character with a Peach.
You can use "Inspire Courage" on multiple characters in one turn but only once per turn for each individual character.
"Inspire Courage" allows Quan Cong to redistribute cards between players, potentially optimizing resources for his team.
By exchanging hands, Quan Cong can generate value by meeting basic card requirements without directly using his own cards.
"Inspire Courage" can be used defensively, to save an ally, or offensively, to continue attacking.
Quan Cong’s ability depends on the availability of characters with fewer cards, limiting his effectiveness in low-player scenarios.
Exchanging hands might leave Quan Cong with unfavorable cards, especially if the other player’s hand is weak.
The once-per-character-per-turn restriction limits the frequency with which Quan Cong can use "Inspire Courage," requiring careful planning.
Card-Rich Allies:
Characters like Liu Bei or Guo Jia, who often give more cards, can ensure Quan Cong’s ability remains active by frequently lowering their hand size.
Characters Who Benefit from Cards:
Teammates such as Zhang Fei or Xiahou Yuan, who rely on cards for their abilities, can gain a boost from Quan Cong’s ability to redistribute cards.
Weak-Hand Allies:
Characters like Zhuge Liang, who frequently play with smaller hands, can synergize well with Quan Cong by enabling repeated activations of "Inspire Courage."
Quan Cong’s ability to manage resources and support allies makes him a strong team-oriented King. However, his dependence on teammates for effectiveness can make him vulnerable in 1v1 endgames.
His supportive abilities shine in this role, redistributing cards to protect the King or disrupt Rebels.
Quan Cong’s ability to manipulate hands allows him to sustain offensive pressure while potentially disrupting Loyalists’ resources.
His ability to adapt to shifting allegiances by redistributing resources makes him an effective Spy, capable of influencing the flow of the game.
Quan Cong is a resourceful and supportive character whose strength lies in his ability to redistribute cards and fulfill basic card requirements. His "Inspire Courage" ability enables him to influence the battlefield dynamically, whether by assisting allies or maintaining his own momentum. However, his reliance on other characters’ hand sizes and the risks associated with exchanging hands demand strategic foresight. Quan Cong thrives in team settings where his allies can maximize the value of his unique ability.
Quan Cong’s character in Sanguosha reflects his historical role as a general of courage, strategy, and compassion during the Three Kingdoms era. Quan Cong gained fame through acts of charity, such as distributing grain during a famine and assisting refugees. His generosity and forward-thinking nature translated into a career as a military officer under Sun Quan, where he effectively pacified rebellions and commanded successful campaigns.
Historically, Quan Cong was a decisive leader who valued the bigger picture, as evidenced by his refusal to exploit civilians during the Lu’an County campaign and his opposition to risky state decisions, such as Sun Deng leading troops or the ill-advised Zhuya and Yizhou expeditions. These qualities tie closely to his in-game abilities, which likely reflect strategic precision and careful resource management.
Quan Cong’s respectful demeanor and political tact were also evident in his actions, such as mediating state affairs and standing firm during the succession conflict between Sun Quan’s sons, Sun He and Sun Ba. His involvement in multiple rebellions and his ability to pacify over 10,000 people in Danyang, Wu, and Kuaiji commanderies highlight his leadership and adaptability, traits that could be tied to defensive or diplomatic gameplay mechanics.
Overall, Quan Cong's in-game representation draws from his historical achievements as a courageous and pragmatic general who played a key role in stabilizing Eastern Wu and upholding its legacy during tumultuous times.