Lü Fan
As Sun Ce was the supreme commander of the military forces in the Jiangdong region, Lü Fan's authority extended to the units under the command of Sun Ce's subordinates, effectively giving him control over the entire military administration in Jiangdong. Under Lü Fan's training, Sun Ce's forces became a well-trained, highly disciplined fighting force which was vastly superior to the conscripted armies of other warlords. In his oversight, Lü Fan was strict but fair. He ensured that his troops obeyed all military regulations, and as he was not cruel or excessive, the troops did not resent him.