Chen Hongji

Chen Hongji is a Colonel of the Imperial Army. Appointed the honor of command on the front lines at Sinuji.

He is later promoted to Brigadier for his contributions towards the defense of the front lines.

Appearance
Though still wearing more than most women, Hongji’s makeup is more subtle and understated, lacking the vibrant reds and somber blacks so many in Central overuse and giving a pale, pinkish cast to his skin which almost looks natural. His stylized eyebrows angle upward and makes his expression look permanently angry or surprised, but his broad forehead, strong jawline, and piercing glare keeps the effect from becoming comical. Wearing his official Commander’s gown with the Imperial Token tucked into the belt, Hongji makes his peers look like kittens beside a tiger.undefined

Personality
Chen Hongji is a dedicated soldier who is loyal to the Azure Empire. He does right by the people under his command, even if he doesn’t like them.

Background
When Gods stride out to meet in battle, Heaven and Earth are torn asunder,  and Mortals can do naught but persevere. 

Born of an impoverished family in a nameless village, greatness was not in his blood, and he accepted this. While he accomplished much through blood, sweat, and effort, he thought he would never match the likes of the great heroes of Central.undefined

He attributed much of his success as a soldier and commander to his father’s words of wisdom.undefined

Powers and Abilities
He always possessed a knack for formations and tactics, which allowed him to further his career ahead of his more Martially talented peers, but intelligence only got you so far in the Azure Empire without strength or much-needed connections. For almost a decade, Hongji’s career had stalled at Colonel, a rank which was far from low, but it fell one step short of what many viewed as the gateway to the pinnacle. undefined

Family
Wife and three children.

The Bekhai
Chen Hongji admires the strength of the Bekhai as well as their willingness to follow orders, unlike other, more arrogant troops.

Falling Rain: Chen Hongji initially believed Rain would be a typical arrogant young talent who would sneer at a "mere Colonel" giving him orders. He was taken aback both by Rain's humility and tactical ingenuity.

Keeps in touch and is raising a personal unit of crossbowmen with mixed results.undefined

Trivia

 * Family banner is a glowing golden sceptre on a field of blue. undefined