• The cards that Zhou Tai flips for "Refusing Death" are not judgment cards, so judgment tinkering cannot affect them.

• When Zhou Tai is in his "Refusing Death" state, other characters can only use a Peach for him when he flips an additional card. This is also the only time he can use Wine to remove a card.

• Zhou Tai's "Refusing Death" ability is not enforced, so he can choose to die when he takes damage after he runs out of health.

• In his "Refusing Death" state, Zhou Tai has zero health and cannot hold any hand cards at the end of his turn.

• Zhou Tai has incredible stamina, able to survive for long periods in the game. He is often referred to as the 'guy who never dies.'

• Due to his durability, other players may focus on easier targets, leaving Zhou Tai alive for longer.

• "Refusing Death" gives him a safety net, allowing him to resist final blows that would kill other characters outright.

• Despite his nickname, Zhou Tai is not invincible. If enough players focus on him, he will eventually die.

• Once Zhou Tai enters his "Refusing Death" (or 'Purgatory') state, he becomes significantly less effective. He cannot keep hand cards, and will slowly take damage.

• While in "Refusing Death," Zhou Tai is highly vulnerable to cards like Starvation and Capture because they prevent him from taking action during his turn.

• Endurance Partner:
  When paired with Xiao Qiao, Zhou Tai's resilience through "Refusing Death" can be prolonged further. Xiao Qiao can pass damage to Zhou Tai while he is in his "Refusing Death" state, resulting in him drawing four cards since he is missing four units of health. This gives him more options to sustain himself in the game while balancing the damage.

• Hand Replenishment:
  Xun Yu’s ability to take damage for the benefit of others makes him an excellent pairing with Zhou Tai. In Zhou Tai’s "Refusing Death" state, Xun Yu can transfer damage to himself and refill Zhou Tai’s hand with four cards. This synergy helps Zhou Tai avoid the pitfalls of being cardless while he’s vulnerable.

• Lockdown Tactics:
  Characters like Xu Huang and Da Qiao can lock Zhou Tai down easily in his "Refusing Death" state. Xu Huang’s "Blockade" and Da Qiao’s "Country Scene" abilities make them prime candidates for using Starvation or Capture against Zhou Tai. These abilities prevent Zhou Tai from doing anything during his turn, significantly hampering his survival chances while he is at zero health.

• Flipping Disadvantage:
  Xu Sheng’s ability to flip characters' cards presents a unique challenge for Zhou Tai. With "Refusing Death" reducing his health to zero, when Xu Sheng damages Zhou Tai and flips his card, Zhou Tai cannot draw any cards to mitigate the effects of the flip. This further restricts Zhou Tai’s ability to recover and avoid death.

King

• • Zhou Tai is a mediocre king choice. He can survive a long time, but he does little to aid his loyalists in fighting rebels. Typically, the loyalists and spy die first, leaving the rebels to focus solely on Zhou Tai. Once he enters "Refusing Death," it is difficult for him to recover.

Loyalist

• • As a loyalist, Zhou Tai is also mediocre. While he can keep himself alive, he lacks options to protect the king or fight the rebels. However, his survival makes it unlikely for the spy to win, which is a slight advantage.

Rebel

• • Zhou Tai is a serviceable rebel. He can survive longer than most other rebels, making it harder for enemies to collect the bounty on his head. However, his offensive capabilities are limited.

Spy

• • Zhou Tai makes for an acceptable spy. His durability allows him to survive long enough to shift the balance between teams. However, his lack of offensive power limits his ability to influence the game effectively.

As Benjamin Franklin famously said, "In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." This quote rings true for Zhou Tai. While "Refusing Death" may give the impression of invincibility, it is not a guarantee of survival. Once he flips three or four cards in his Purgatory state, recovery is unlikely. Though he can be fun to play due to his resilience, Zhou Tai is not among the best characters in the game.

Zhou Tai was a fierce and loyal warrior who served under Sun Quan. His most famous historical moment occurred when he rode into the heat of battle to save Sun Quan. Zhou Tai fought his way through the enemy ranks, suffering numerous injuries in the process. After the battle, Zhou Tai was covered in countless scars. When he met Sun Quan, the lord asked him to explain how he received each wound, honoring him with a cup of wine for each injury. This event solidified Zhou Tai's loyalty and bravery in Sun Quan's eyes.

The wounds Zhou Tai received were so severe that the legendary physician Hua Tuo was summoned to treat him. Hua Tuo's expertise ensured that Zhou Tai survived his injuries, allowing him to continue serving Sun Quan in future campaigns.

In Sanguosha, Zhou Tai's "Refusing Death" ability mirrors his historical resilience, allowing him to survive longer than most characters. Despite being heavily wounded, Zhou Tai refuses to die easily, just as he did in the real battles where he fought valiantly for his lord.