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Xiang Yu (项羽, 232–202 BC) was one of the most powerful and legendary military leaders in Chinese history. His physical strength, combat skills, and leadership were widely recorded in historical texts like the Records of the Grand Historian (史记) by Sima Qian.

1. Extraordinary Physical Strength
   •   Lifting the Ding (鼎, a massive bronze vessel): According to 史记, Xiang Yu could lift and carry a cauldron weighing several hundred kilograms—something only the strongest men of his era could do.
   •   Superior combat skills: He was a master of single combat and could fight multiple enemies at once, often leading the charge himself.
   •   Breaking the Wu River Bridge (乌江桥): One story (though possibly exaggerated) says that after his final battle, he smashed a stone bridge to prevent enemies from pursuing him.

2. Unmatched Battle Record
   •   Battle of Julu (巨鹿之战, 207 BC): Xiang Yu led 50,000 troops against the Qin army of 400,000 and completely annihilated them by burning their supply lines and attacking relentlessly.
   •   Never lost a one-on-one fight: There are no records of him losing a personal duel in battle.

3. Psychological Strength & Leadership
   •   His soldiers adored and feared him, often fighting to the death for him.
   •   He famously burned his own ships before battle to force his army to fight with full commitment (the origin of the phrase "破釜沉舟").

4. Downfall & Final Stand
   •   Battle of Gaixia (垓下之战, 202 BC): After being surrounded by Liu Bang's forces, he personally killed hundreds of enemy soldiers before making his final stand.
   •   Famous Last Stand: With only 28 men, he fought through thousands of Han soldiers before finally choosing to end his own life rather than be captured.

How Strong Was He Compared to Others?

In ancient China, Xiang Yu was considered physically stronger than most warriors, a superior battlefield commander, and a fearless leader. Even Liu Bang (the founder of Han Dynasty) admitted he couldn't defeat Xiang Yu in direct combat and only won through strategy and alliances.


Interesting...

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Ancient csb

And Xiang Yun is stronger

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The Thing About Ding: Chinese Ritual Cauldrons Through the Ages
Thursday, 09 June 2022
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Cauldrons (Ding), Eastern Zhou to Han dynasty (770-221 BCE)
China
Ceramic and bronze
91.48.4, 2005.11.1, and 2010.24.1a,b
Gift of Carroll and Susanne Barrymore, In Remembrance of Judy Owens, and Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Eileen Mohler
Lukewarm Take

Though often analyzed mostly through the lens of conquest and war, human history can just as easily be tracked through food. Access to foodstuffs, domestication of animals, crop blights, and more have made and broken empires. Almost every religion on the planet has rituals involving the offering or noshing of food. Some of the earliest artifacts from cultures around the world pertain to preparing, eating, or storing food. In today's post we look at the ding, a three-legged vessel from ancient China that is in both appearance and function similar to the much later European cauldron.



Lidded Cauldron (Ding), Western Han dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE)
China
Painted ceramic; 7 x 24 in.
91.36.23a,b
Gift of Mr. George Brooks
Cheaper than Burn Cream

Ding developed organically during the late Neolithic period as a solution to the issue of heating food over a fire. Their tripodal design—the word ding literally translates to tripod—allowed them to be placed right over a fire and distanced them sufficiently such that one need not cook themself at any point during food preparation. The earliest ding were made of clay, had no handles, and had relatively little in the way of surface carving or painting. Their shape appears to have varied widely which can be attributed to the large span of time and numerous cultures encompassed by China's Neolithic period. With the advent of bronze casting during the Xia and Shang dynasties, ding were cast in metal for the first time, but bronze and ceramic ding were made concurrently throughout their production.



Cauldron (Ding), Warring States period to Han dynasty (403-221 BCE)
China
Bronze; 6 5/8 × 9 in.
2005.11.1
In Remembrance of Judy Owens
Three Legs Plus Change

There are a great many different styles of ding which evolved over the centuries with the ever-changing aesthetic sensibilities of China. The first item to note is that the introduction of bronze casting greatly increased the ornamentation on ding. During the Shang dynasty most ding relied on the taotie, a mythical creature with indefinite features, as their primary decorative motif. Both of the bronzes featured in this post were made later and use repeating motifs stamped into their molds to create incredibly intricate surface designs. The bulbous shape of standard ding is also only one of many. Fang ding literally translates to square tripod and is the somewhat oxymoronic name for rectangular ding. Li ding differentiated themselves by their bowl having a triangular shape. The form of the ding also spawned several other three-legged object types used for food and wine such as the xian, jia, and he.



Detail of Lidded Cauldron (Ding), Eastern Zhou dynasty (770-256 BCE)
China
Bronze; 13 x 15 x 15.5 in.
2010.24.1a,b
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles and Eileen Mohler
Legend of the Nine Tripod Cauldrons

Despite having utilitarian origins, ding were designated for ritual and prestige functions even in Neolithic times. They would be filled with food or sometimes animal sacrifices to be presented to ancestor spirits. During the Xia dynasty their status was further elevated when Yu the Great cast nine colossal bronze ding for the emperor. On average these cauldrons were said to weigh seven and a half tons. Unfortunately, they were lost or melted down sometime during the first two years of the Qin dynasty, but by that point ding were already established symbols of the power bestowed to rulers by the mandate of heaven. Only the emperor could use nine ding together in ritual offerings. Lords were allowed seven, and so on down to low-ranking officials who could only use one ding for offerings. The greater importance placed by Zhou emperors on food rather than wine further increased the importance of ding, which were already the preeminent bronze ritual vessel for food. Around the middle of the Zhou, a system was developed to use ding to identify noble classes. These objects became canvases for epigraphs which tell modern researchers a great deal about Zhou dynastic life. In many cases high ranking officials used ding to record special occasions by casting Chinese characters directly onto the bronze vessels.



Cauldron (Ding), Warring States period (475-221 BCE)
China
Ceramic; 4 1/2 x 11 in.
91.48.4
Gift of Carroll and Susanne Barrymore
Clinging to Ding

The Han dynasty was a turning point in Chinese history, as breakthroughs in agriculture and animal husbandry greatly increased commoners' access to meats and other non-staples. Within the span of centuries food went from a necessity to an art form anyone could indulge in. These sweeping changes also affected cookware. When the first stoves were invented in China during the Han dynasty, ding became functionally obsolete in the kitchen, though they continued to be used for ceremonial purposes, as containers for food, and as prestige objects. As is the case with the unpainted pottery ding in this post, cheaper ceramic ding were also made to be buried with the dead and thus brought to the afterlife. Ding were never commonly used for cooking or rituals after the Han dynasty, but during the Song dynasty, their form saw a resurgence in ceramic as an incense burner. As a stalwart icon, ding have become closely associated with China's cultural patrimony. The Shanghai Museum built in 1952 is designed to look like a ding and in general the form still commands much respect in China today.

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Ancient csb

And Xiang Yun is stronger

Knn expected this.

[Magical Fingertip]

The ding (鼎) was a large, bronze tripod vessel used for cooking, ritual offerings, and symbols of power in ancient China. The weight of a ding varied based on size and era, but during the Qin (221–206 BC) and Han (206 BC–220 AD) periods, typical dings ranged from 100 kg to over 250 kg (220–550 lbs).

How Heavy Was the Ding Xiang Yu Lifted?

According to historical records (史记, Records of the Grand Historian), Xiang Yu could lift and carry a ding that required multiple strong men to move. The exact weight isn't recorded, but based on surviving dings from the same period:
   •   Smaller dings (ritual use): 100–150 kg (220–330 lbs)
   •   Larger ceremonial dings: 200–300 kg (440–660 lbs)
   •   Giant dings (like the Houmuwu Ding): Over 800 kg (1,760 lbs), but these were stationary and unlikely to be lifted by any human

So realistically, Xiang Yu probably lifted a 200–300 kg (440–660 lbs) ding, which would be an extraordinary feat of strength, similar to modern strongman records.

Would you like comparisons to modern weightlifting records?

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If Xiang Yu lifted a 200–300 kg (440–660 lbs) ding, how does that compare to modern strongman feats?

1. Olympic Weightlifting (Clean & Jerk)
   •   World Record (Men's 109+ kg class):
   •   Lasha Talakhadze (Georgia, 2021): 267 kg (588 lbs)
   •   Xiang Yu's feat would be comparable to an elite Olympic lifter, but lifting a ding (an awkward, bulky object) is harder than a barbell.

2. Powerlifting (Deadlift & Squat)
   •   Deadlift World Record:
   •   Hafthor Bjornsson (Iceland, 2020): 501 kg (1,104 lbs)
   •   If Xiang Yu lifted a 300 kg ding, it's less than half of this, but dings are harder to grip than a barbell.
   •   Squat World Record:
   •   Ray Williams (USA, 2017, raw squat): 477.5 kg (1,053 lbs)

3. Strongman Lifting (Odd Objects)
   •   Atlas Stones (lifting large round stones):
   •   Tom Stoltman (Scotland, 2020): 286 kg (631 lbs)
   •   The shape of a ding would be more challenging than a round stone.

Conclusion: How Strong Was Xiang Yu?

If the historical records are accurate, Xiang Yu's strength would put him among the strongest modern powerlifters and strongmen—but what makes him unique is that he wasn't just a weightlifter. He combined raw strength, combat skills, and endurance, which no modern strongman has to do in battle.

Would you like to compare his combat abilities to modern fighters as well?

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sounds like alibaba leh lol

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If Xiang Yu's combat abilities were compared to modern fighters, he would likely be a mix of a heavyweight MMA champion, an elite military operator, and a strongman competitor. Here's how he stacks up against modern fighters:

1. Strength & Raw Power (Comparable to Strongmen)
    •    Based on historical accounts, Xiang Yu lifted and carried a ding (200–300 kg / 440–660 lbs), meaning he had grip strength, explosive power, and endurance.
    •    Comparable modern athletes:
    •    Hafthor Bjornsson (World's Strongest Man, 6'9", 205 kg) – Deadlifted 501 kg.
    •    Francis Ngannou (MMA, hardest recorded punch) – Punches at 129,161 units, equivalent to a small car crash.
    •    Brock Lesnar (WWE, UFC, NCAA Wrestling Champion, 6'3", 265 lbs) – Known for extreme strength and wrestling power.

Verdict:
If Xiang Yu hit someone, it would probably feel like getting slammed by a truck.


2. Combat Skills (Comparable to MMA Fighters & Military Combatants)
    •    Weapon Mastery: Xiang Yu was highly skilled with a spear (戟), sword (剑), and hand-to-hand combat.
    •    MMA Comparison:
    •    Jon Jones (UFC Heavyweight Champion, 6'4", 248 lbs) – Elite striker and grappler.
    •    Daniel Cormier (Olympic wrestler, UFC champ, 5'11", 240 lbs) – Top-tier wrestling skills.
    •    Xiang Yu's edge: Unlike modern fighters, he fought in armor, on horseback, and with weapons against multiple enemies.

Verdict:
In a weapons fight, Xiang Yu would dominate. In MMA-style combat, he would still be formidable due to size, strength, and aggression.


3. Endurance & Battlefield Mentality (Comparable to Special Forces)
    •    Xiang Yu fought several battles personally, leading charges against armies.
    •    He fought until the last moment at Gaixia, cutting down enemies even while surrounded.
    •    Modern Comparison:
    •    Navy SEALs, Spetsnaz, SAS soldiers – Known for fighting under extreme conditions.
    •    David Goggins (Ex-Navy SEAL, endurance athlete) – Mental toughness and insane endurance.

Verdict:
Xiang Yu wouldn't just win fights—he would keep fighting long after most people gave up.

Final Analysis: Where Would He Rank Today?
    •    In a strongman contest? He could compete but likely wouldn't beat modern world champions.
    •    In a MMA fight? He could be a UFC heavyweight champ with training, thanks to strength, aggression, and toughness.
    •    In a real war? He would be a legendary battlefield leader, like a mix of a special forces operator and a medieval warlord.

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Xiang Yu (项羽, 232–202 BC) was one of the most powerful and legendary military leaders in Chinese history. His physical strength, combat skills, and leadership were widely recorded in historical texts like the Records of the Grand Historian (史记) by Sima Qian.

1. Extraordinary Physical Strength
   •   Lifting the Ding (鼎, a massive bronze vessel): According to 史记, Xiang Yu could lift and carry a cauldron weighing several hundred kilograms—something only the strongest men of his era could do.
   •   Superior combat skills: He was a master of single combat and could fight multiple enemies at once, often leading the charge himself.
   •   Breaking the Wu River Bridge (乌江桥): One story (though possibly exaggerated) says that after his final battle, he smashed a stone bridge to prevent enemies from pursuing him.

2. Unmatched Battle Record
   •   Battle of Julu (巨鹿之战, 207 BC): Xiang Yu led 50,000 troops against the Qin army of 400,000 and completely annihilated them by burning their supply lines and attacking relentlessly.
   •   Never lost a one-on-one fight: There are no records of him losing a personal duel in battle.

3. Psychological Strength & Leadership
   •   His soldiers adored and feared him, often fighting to the death for him.
   •   He famously burned his own ships before battle to force his army to fight with full commitment (the origin of the phrase "破釜沉舟").

4. Downfall & Final Stand
   •   Battle of Gaixia (垓下之战, 202 BC): After being surrounded by Liu Bang's forces, he personally killed hundreds of enemy soldiers before making his final stand.
   •   Famous Last Stand: With only 28 men, he fought through thousands of Han soldiers before finally choosing to end his own life rather than be captured.

How Strong Was He Compared to Others?

In ancient China, Xiang Yu was considered physically stronger than most warriors, a superior battlefield commander, and a fearless leader. Even Liu Bang (the founder of Han Dynasty) admitted he couldn't defeat Xiang Yu in direct combat and only won through strategy and alliances.


Interesting...

he lost to liu bang wat 

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he lost to liu bang wat 

Won 72 battles against him just lost 1 then gg
Because he quite childish attack but not conquer. He gave others to rule govern their own states instead of conquering them and unify the 9 states, like the pre qin dynasty era.
while liu bang dreams of being emperor

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Liu Bang lost to Xiang Yu multiple times before finally defeating him in 202 BC. Here's a breakdown of their key battles:

1. Battle of Pengcheng (彭城之战, 205 BC) – Liu Bang's Worst Defeat
   •   Liu Bang captured Xiang Yu's capital, Pengcheng, with a massive army of 560,000 troops.
   •   Xiang Yu, with only 30,000 elite cavalry, launched a surprise attack and completely crushed Liu Bang.
   •   Liu Bang barely escaped with his life—his family was captured, and most of his army was slaughtered or drowned in retreat.
   •   Result: Xiang Yu's Victory

2. Battle of Jingxing (井陉之战, 204 BC) – Liu Bang Escapes Another Defeat
   •   Xiang Yu's general, Song Yi, underestimated Liu Bang's subordinate Han Xin.
   •   Han Xin ambushed and destroyed Xiang Yu's forces, finally giving Liu Bang a much-needed win.
   •   Result: Liu Bang's First Victory (Thanks to Han Xin)

3. Siege of Xingyang (荥阳之战, 204 BC) – Another Loss for Liu Bang
   •   Xiang Yu personally led an attack and defeated Liu Bang again.
   •   Liu Bang barely escaped again, using a trick by sending a fake messenger to distract Xiang Yu.
   •   Result: Xiang Yu's Victory

4. Final Battle – Battle of Gaixia (垓下之战, 202 BC) – Liu Bang Wins
   •   Liu Bang, with help from Han Xin, Peng Yue, and Ying Bu, surrounded Xiang Yu with a force of over 300,000 soldiers.
   •   Xiang Yu's morale collapsed after hearing the famous "楚歌四起" (songs of Chu being sung to demoralize his troops).
   •   Xiang Yu fought to the end but was finally defeated and committed suicide at Wujiang.
   •   Result: Liu Bang's Victory (Winning the War and Founding the Han Dynasty)

Final Tally:
   •   Xiang Yu defeated Liu Bang at least 3 times (Pengcheng, Xingyang, and other smaller battles).
   •   Liu Bang only won when he had Han Xin, Peng Yue, and others helping him.

Without these allies, Liu Bang would have never beaten Xiang Yu.

Would you like more details on how Liu Bang finally outsmarted Xiang Yu?

[Arctic]

Can do a write up on 3 Kingdoms csb?

The facts and novel are too mixed up already, I also duno which is which

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Can do a write up on 3 Kingdoms csb?

The facts and novel are too mixed up already, I also duno which is which

If cao cao army vs rome army who will win?

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1. Army Size & Structure

Cao Cao's Army (Late Han / Three Kingdoms, 200 AD)
   •   Total soldiers: ~800,000 (but fragmented across China)
   •   Standard army size in battle: ~100,000–250,000
   •   Main troop types:
   •   Infantry (Bubing, 步兵) – Lightly armored, good for ambushes and mobility
   •   Cavalry (Qibing, 骑兵) – Strong in open terrain, fast-moving horse archers & lancers
   •   Crossbowmen – Deadly at range, armor-piercing potential
   •   Heavy infantry (Tiger Guards, 虎贲军) – Elite troops, but fewer than Rome's

Roman Army (Imperial Rome, 200 AD, under Septimius Severus)
   •   Total soldiers: ~400,000 (across the empire)
   •   Standard army size in battle: ~50,000–150,000
   •   Main troop types:
   •   Legionaries – Heavily armored infantry, best-trained in the world
   •   Auxilia (Cavalry & archers) – Non-Roman troops specialized in ranged & cavalry
   •   Siege weapons – Catapults, ballistae, and battering rams for fortresses
   •   Testudo (Shield Wall) – Nearly impenetrable defense against arrows

Comparison:
   •   Cao Cao has more cavalry and archers, making him stronger in open battles and ambushes.
   •   Rome has superior infantry, better training, and stronger discipline in direct combat.

2. Tactics & Battle Strategies

Cao Cao's Strengths:

✔ Highly adaptable: Used ambushes, feigned retreats, and deception (e.g., Battle of Red Cliffs).
✔ Cavalry dominance: His horse archers and lancers could outmaneuver Roman infantry.
✔ Crossbows vs. Roman armor: Repeating crossbows (though weaker than longbows) could be deadly if used in large numbers.

Rome's Strengths:

✔ Unbreakable formations: The testudo (shield wall) and triplex acies (triple battle line) make them hard to break.
✔ Elite discipline: Roman soldiers trained for years and could outlast a Chinese militia in close combat.
✔ Superior siege weapons: Romans had catapults and ballistae, which could smash Chinese wooden fortifications.

Verdict:
   •   In an open battle, Cao Cao's cavalry and crossbows could be deadly. If they harass the legions and avoid direct confrontation, they might win.
   •   In pitched close combat, Rome's discipline and formations would likely overpower Chinese infantry.

3. Equipment & Weapons

Cao Cao's Army:
   •   Iron swords (Jian & Dao) – Effective but shorter than Roman gladius.
   •   Repeating crossbows – Faster rate of fire but weaker penetration than Rome's bows.
   •   Spears & halberds (Ji & Qiang) – Deadly at mid-range, but less disciplined than Roman pila (javelins).
   •   Lamellar armor & leather armor – Lighter and more mobile but weaker than Roman plate.

Roman Army:
   •   Gladius (Short sword) – Deadly for close combat, faster thrusting.
   •   Pila (Javelins) – Can break enemy shields before melee combat.
   •   Scutum (Large shield) – Provides excellent protection against arrows.
   •   Lorica segmentata (Plate armor) – Superior to most of Cao Cao's troops' armor.

Verdict:
   •   Rome has better melee weapons & armor.
   •   Cao Cao has better ranged weapons & mobility.

4. Logistics & Terrain
   •   If they fought in China, Cao Cao would have home advantage, access to supplies, and the ability to use his navy & ambush tactics (like Red Cliffs).
   •   If they fought in Europe, Rome's roads, fortresses, and supply lines would give them an edge.


Final Verdict: Who Would Win?
   1.   Open Battle (Plains/Steppes) → Cao Cao wins (cavalry & archers could outmaneuver Roman legions).
   2.   Close Combat Battle (Face-to-face fight) → Rome wins (superior formations & armor).
   3.   Naval Battle → Rome wins (Roman warships were larger and better built).
   4.   Siege Warfare → Rome wins (better siege weapons & fortifications).
   5.   Ambush & Guerilla Warfare → Cao Cao wins (more adaptable and mobile).

Overall Winner?
   •   If Cao Cao avoids direct combat and uses mobility, ambushes, and crossbows, he has a high chance of winning.
   •   If Rome forces a direct battlefield confrontation, they will win with their discipline and heavy armor.

If you had to choose, who would you bet on?

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Can do a write up on 3 Kingdoms csb?

The facts and novel are too mixed up already, I also duno which is which

Zhuge liang although ppl criticized he not so 神 like in the drama i believe he is lo.
He helped liu bei become CEO of Shu from a hawker selling slippers to CEO of an MNC is already something.
Plus he is a loyalist of Han dynasty