Zhang Ni

Zhang Ni (onyomi: Chō Gi), often misspelled as Zhang Yi, was an officer of the Kingdom of Shu. During the Nanman Campaign, Zhang Ni was captured by Zhurong, but later released. He followed Zhuge Liang and Jiang Wei on their campaigns against Wei and was killed at Didao when he rescued Jiang Wei from Chen Tai.

Roles in Games
In Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Zhang Ni is presented as a very competent officer in all areas with all of his stat's ranging in the 70's with his leadership nearly reaching the 80's. In reference to his tenure within the Nanzhong region, Zhang Yi often possesses traits that make his unit suited for battling in forested terrain. Often appearing as a free officer within Yi Province during Liu Bei's campaign to capture the region, Zhang Ni serves as a member of Shu in scenarios after the formation of the kingdom, often positioned initially in the Nanzhong region.

Historical Information
Historically, he was known for subjugating barbarians and bandits within Shu during Liu Bei's rule. On one occasion, Zhang feigned weakness, and attempted to follow the tradition of marrying princesses for safety. When the barbarian leaders were lured in, Zhang killed them all. Upon moving office to assist Zhuge Liang, and, later, Jiang Wei, he braved his own rheumatism to further his services.