Liao Hua

Liao Hua (rōmaji: Ryō Ka) was a former Yellow Turban and loyal officer of Shu. He lived to witness the rise, establishment, and collapse of Shu.

Roles in Games
Liao Hua is generally found as the bodyguard of Zhang Jiao during the Yellow Turban Rebellion. Later, his biggest role occurs during the Battle of Fan Castle, where he is commanded by Guan Yu to retrieve reinforcements. He will often return later with said reinforcements, attempting to save Guan Yu.

In Dynasty Warriors 7: Xtreme Legends, the Shu soldiers admire Liao Hua's status as a veteran during Xiahou Ba's Hero Scenario. He is among the generals who thinks they have taken Taoyang Castle, his spirits high with the sense of victory. Liao Hua also acts as the field guide during Xing Cai's Hero Scenario where he fights alongside her during the battle.

Quotes

 * "Your sons... Their abilities on the battlefield are most impressive. I have to say, they remind me of you."
 * Liao Hua to Guan Yu; Dynasty Warriors 7


 * "Sima Zhao has returned. We must fight him ourselves."
 * Liao Hua to Xing Cai; Dynasty Warriors 7: Xtreme Legends

Historical Information
When Liao Hua was captured by Wu after the battle of Fan Castle, he faked his own death to reach Liu Bei together with his mother. His lord was pleased with his return and made him grand administrator of Yidu. He was also very critical of Jiang Wei's persistent attacks during the Northern Campaigns, but remained steadfast until the very end.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms
Liao Hua's first appearance in the novel is in chapter 27 when he meets Guan Yu. After Guan Yu made his formal partings with Cao Cao, he hurried back to the carriage with his brother's wives. When he found them, they were guarded by Liao Hua, who announced his former rank as a Yellow Turban. Liao Hua rescued the ladies from bandits and presented the heads of the brigands as proof. Though Guan Yu was grateful for his deed, Liao Hua's past reputation made him weary of his trust. Therefore, his party said their thanks and continued on their way.