Huang Hao vs Wu Zixu

Huang Hao was appointed as a eunuch official in the Shu court, gaining the trust of Emperor Liu Shan. His influence grew as he controlled access to the emperor and manipulated court affairs.

Huang Hao conspired with other officials to undermine General Jiang Wei's military campaigns against Wei. He spread rumors and convinced Liu Shan to recall Jiang Wei, weakening Shu's defenses.

After Shu's surrender to Wei, Huang Hao was captured and executed by the Wei general Deng Ai for his corruption and role in Shu's downfall.

Wu Zixu orchestrated the assassination of King Liao of Wu, placing Prince Guang on the throne as King Helu. This event allowed Helu to become king and Wu Zixu to serve as a key strategist, setting the stage for Wu's rise.

Wu Zixu, as strategist for King Helu, led the Wu army in a successful invasion of Chu. The Wu forces captured the Chu capital Ying, forcing King Zhao of Chu to flee. This victory was a major achievement for Wu.

After capturing the Chu capital, Wu Zixu exhumed the corpse of King Ping of Chu, who had killed his father and brother, and flogged it. This act of personal vengeance was widely condemned and damaged Wu's reputation.

King Fuchai of Wu, suspicious of Wu Zixu's loyalty, ordered him to commit suicide. Wu Zixu complied, but prophesied that Wu would fall. His death weakened Wu's leadership, and Wu was later conquered by Yue.