Humility 谦逊
Lu Xun cannot be the target of Steal or Capture.
Linked Camps 连营
Whenever Lu Xun uses or loses his last hand card, he immediately draws a card.
When Lu Xun runs out of cards, he draws one immediately via "Linked Camps." For example, if he uses a tool card and draws a Negate, he can instantly use that Negate to counter a card, even his own.
"Linked Camps" ensures Lu Xun always has at least one hand card, making him more resilient to certain strategies that rely on depleting hand cards.
If Lu Xun uses Draw Two as his last card, he draws three cards in total (one from "Linked Camps" and two from the Draw Two).
Lu Xun cannot be targeted by Steal or Capture, and if these cards are mistakenly used on him, they are returned to the player's hand without penalty.
"Humility" does not protect him from abilities that acquire cards, such as Sima Yi’s "Feedback" and Zhang Liao’s "Raid." These abilities are not considered as using the Steal tool card.
Being immune to Steal and Capture grants Lu Xun excellent protection against some of the most disruptive tools in the game.
"Linked Camps" provides Lu Xun with constant card draw, offering him protection against hand-depleting effects like Break and Starvation.
Lu Xun pairs incredibly well with weapons like the Crossbow and Serpent Blade. The Crossbow lets him chain attacks while constantly replenishing his hand, and the Serpent Blade helps him clear out cards he cannot use.
Lu Xun is more resilient to certain weapons. For instance, the Ice Blade does not reduce his hand to zero, and the Ancient Scimitar does not impose a damage penalty since he always has a card in hand.
Lu Xun is highly effective in one-on-one situations due to his ability to maintain a steady hand size, keeping him agile and able to react to his opponent.
Though "Linked Camps" guarantees that Lu Xun has at least one card, he does not always draw cards he can immediately use. If he draws cards that do not fit the current situation, he can be left vulnerable until his next turn.
With only three units of health, Lu Xun is fragile and lacks strong defensive abilities, leaving him vulnerable to repeated attacks from offensive characters.
Lu Xun does not offer much team support, as his abilities are more self-serving and do not synergize well with others.
Card-Dependent Characters:
Lu Xun’s ability to quickly refresh his hand through "Linked Camps" synergizes well with characters who benefit from managing hand cards. For example, when Zhang Liao uses "Raid" to deplete hand cards, Lu Xun can easily recover without a major setback. Similarly, when paired with Sun Ce, especially if Sun Ce is king, the "Takeover" ability allows both to strategically deplete cards, making "Linked Camps" activate more frequently and giving Lu Xun flexibility in managing his hand.
Vulnerable to Aggressive Attackers:
Lu Xun struggles against powerful offensive characters who can deal continuous damage. Characters like Lu Bu, Xu Chu, Ma Chao, and Zhang Fei can easily exploit Lu Xun’s lack of direct defense mechanisms. Their relentless attack patterns can overwhelm Lu Xun, leaving him with little recourse, even though he can draw cards with "Linked Camps." The continuous assault leaves him vulnerable despite his steady hand replenishment.
Lu Xun is a mediocre king. His low health and lack of strong defensive abilities make him vulnerable to rebel attacks.
As a loyalist, Lu Xun can be a strong asset. His immunity to Steal and Capture allows him to hold critical cards like Peach without fear of theft, making him a solid protector of the king.
Lu Xun can be a useful rebel. If he can equip the Crossbow and is in range of the king, he can unleash a series of attacks that can quickly deplete the king’s health. If Sun Ce is the king, Lu Xun’s synergy with Sun Ce’s "Takeover" makes him even more dangerous.
Lu Xun is not an ideal spy. While his abilities offer some flexibility, he lacks defensive capabilities to survive an all-out assault. If chosen as a spy, he should maintain a low profile to avoid drawing too much attention.
Lu Xun is a well-rounded character with strong self-sustaining abilities, but he requires some luck and careful planning to draw useful cards at the right time. While his "Linked Camps" ability ensures that he is rarely without cards, his effectiveness diminishes when faced with offensive-heavy characters, and he struggles to support his team. Lu Xun shines in smaller games or one-on-one encounters, but he becomes more vulnerable as the number of players increases. His immunity to Steal and Capture is also less impactful as more expansions are added, diluting the presence of these tool cards.
Lu Xun’s card abilities mirror his historical legacy as a brilliant and resourceful strategist. His most famous victory came during the Battle of Yiling, where he successfully repelled Liu Bei’s invasion. Using his intelligence and patience, Lu Xun devised a series of linked camps to outlast Liu Bei’s forces. Once the Shu army was stretched thin and vulnerable, Lu Xun set fire to the camps, leading to the total destruction of Liu Bei’s army and cementing his reputation as one of Wu’s greatest military minds. This careful, deliberate strategy is reflected in his card abilities, which allow him to sustain himself and wait for the opportune moment to strike.