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RtE I & II

Li Shimin

Emperor Taizong of Sheng, the Late Emperor and father of Li Zhi, Li Tai, Li Chengqian, and Princess Gaoyang

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Portrayed byLan Cheng (蓝城)

Overview

Emperor Taizong, known as Li Shimin, is the Late Emperor of the Sheng Dynasty. His decisions — from executing Bian Ji to entrusting Chancellor Zhangsun on his deathbed — set the entire political landscape that Wu Yuanzhao must navigate.

Key Traits

Absolute ruler of the Sheng Dynasty

Father of Li Zhi, Li Tai, Li Chengqian, and Princess Gaoyang

Ordered the execution of Bian Ji

Entrusted Chancellor Zhangsun to assist the new emperor on his deathbed

Relationships

Li ZhiNinth son and successor
Li TaiFourth son, Prince of Wei
Li ChengqianEldest son, Crown Prince
Princess GaoyangDaughter, whose lover he executed
Chancellor ZhangsunTrusted minister, entrusted on deathbed
Dowager Consort YangConsort
Wu YuanzhaoFormer Cairen who served him

Route Strategy

Appears in Chapters 6–7 (Southern Mountain Hunt) and referenced throughout