Gao Shun

Gao Shun is one of Lu Bu's vassals. He is well known for his conquest of Xiao Pei and victory over Xiahou Dun's forces.

Role in Games
In some installments of Dynasty Warriors series, at Xia Pi, Gao Shun is in charge of guarding the flood gates but can be defeated to help players win the battle against Lu Bu. His defeat leads Hou Cheng, Wei Xu, and Song Xian to betray Lu Bu.

Quotes

 * " Strengthen the floodgates, they must not be breached!"
 * " Lord Lu Bu...I failed...."

Historical Information
Known for his valor and might, Gao Shun was a reputable commander who came to join Lu Bu's side during the later Han Dynasty. In the year 196, their forces took over Yanzhou during Cao Cao's absence. Due to Gao Shun's efforts in securing the province from ambush attacks, he was entrusted with many important tasks devised by his lord and Chen Gong from then on. Among his many contributions include dueling Cao Cao's loyal officer Xiahou Dun for fifty bouts and causing him to retreat.

Though Lu Bu's dictatorial leadership at Xiapi caused many of his men to defect, Gao Shun was among the few who remained steadfast. He and Zhang Liao attempted to tighten their hold over the city's western gates only to be surrounded by the flood attack caused by Cao Cao and Liu Bei. Upon being interrogated by their captors, Gao Shun refused to join them and accepted execution.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms
In Luo Guanzhong's Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Gao Shun is depicted as a mighty military general whose ability is almost on par with the likes of Xiahou Dun. He is first introduced as a vassal to Lu Bu, and attacked Yanzhou while its protector, Cao Cao, was away fighting Tao Qian. Gao Shun would go on to earn himself a reputation as one of Lu Bu's most ferocious generals. He would eventually die after being caught in the water attack by Cao Cao and ordered to execution.