A strong militaristic ruler

Cao Cao

Future King of Wei. During his youth, a prophecy called him the "Hero of Chaos."
Blessed with discernment and decisiveness, he first showed his abilities during the Yellow Turban Rebellion.
He was both ambitious and rational and sometimes showed a fierce, cold side, which caused those around him to fear his presence.
Talented in literature as well, he wrote both military strategy texts and books of poems.