Lu Bu (Fighter)

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 —Lu Bu

Lu Bu is a powerful melee fighter who adapts to various situations on the battlefield, harnessing his strength and agility to deal devastating damage and swiftly eliminate his enemies.

## Abilities

**Warlord's Adaptation (Innate Passive):** Lu Bu's innate passive allows him to gain specific attribute boosts in certain situations. Each time Lu Bu loses 3% of his maximum health, he gains 1 stack of Strength, increasing his physical damage by 2% per stack, up to a maximum of 10 stacks. Additionally, each time Lu Bu lands a basic attack or ability on an enemy, he gains 1 stack of Agility, increasing his attack speed by 1% per stack, up to a maximum of 10 stacks. Stacks reset upon death.

* **Tyrant's Charge (Target Unit):** Lu Bu charges at a targeted enemy, dealing 80/130/180/230 (+70% of his attack damage) physical damage and slowing them by 20/25/30/35% for 2 seconds. The damage dealt by Tyrant's Charge is increased by 2% for each stack of Strength Lu Bu has.
* **Vicious Assault (Self Active):** Lu Bu becomes enraged, unleashing a series of rapid strikes on enemies around him for 3/3.5/4/4.5 seconds. During this time, Lu Bu gains 30/40/50/60% bonus attack speed and his basic attacks deal an additional 10/20/30/40 (+10% of his attack damage) physical damage. The bonus attack speed granted by Vicious Assault is increased by 1% for each stack of Agility Lu Bu has.
* **Red Hare's Might (Self Active):** Lu Bu summons his legendary steed, Red Hare, to trample his enemies. For the next 6/7/8/9 seconds, Lu Bu gains 20/30/40/50% increased movement speed and becomes immune to movement impairing effects. Additionally, enemies within a 300-unit radius of Lu Bu take 30/50/70/90 (+30% of his attack damage) physical damage every second. The damage dealt by Red Hare's Might is increased by 2% for each stack of Strength Lu Bu has.
* **Heavenly Fury (Ultimate, Target Unit):** Lu Bu selects a single enemy hero and leaps towards them, knocking them into the air with his halberd and continuously striking them for 1.5/2/2.5 seconds. During this time, the enemy hero is disabled and takes a total of 400/600/800 (+200% of Lu Bu's attack damage) physical damage, amplified by his Strength attribute. Lu Bu is immune to crowd control effects while performing Heavenly Fury.

## Backstory

Lu Bu was a formidable warrior and military general during the late Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 CE). Born in 156 CE in Wuyuan County, Ji Province, Lu Bu was known for his exceptional martial prowess, unrivaled horsemanship, and mastery of archery. He played a significant role in the turbulent times leading up to the fall of the Eastern Han Dynasty and the beginning of the Three Kingdoms period.

Born to a family of modest means, Lu Bu's natural talent for martial arts quickly caught the attention of local military officers. He was taken under the wing of Ding Yuan, an influential warlord, who became his adoptive father and mentor. Under Ding Yuan's guidance, Lu Bu honed his skills as a warrior, gaining a reputation as a fierce and fearless fighter.

Lu Bu's life took a dramatic turn when he was seduced by the ambitious warlord Dong Zhuo, who convinced him to betray and murder Ding Yuan. Lu Bu subsequently joined Dong Zhuo's forces, rising rapidly through the ranks to become his most trusted general. Together, they seized control of the imperial capital, Luoyang, and manipulated the young Emperor Xian, plunging the Eastern Han Dynasty into chaos.

Despite his loyalty to Dong Zhuo, Lu Bu's ambition and pride eventually led him to betray his master as well. He conspired with other warlords, notably Wang Yun, to assassinate Dong Zhuo and seize power for himself. However, Lu Bu's reputation as a treacherous and unreliable ally made it difficult for him to form lasting alliances, and his military campaigns often met with mixed success.

Lu Bu wandered from one warlord to another, seeking refuge and opportunities to expand his influence. In 198 CE, he captured the city of Xiapi and declared himself the ruler of Xu Province. However, his rule was short-lived, as he was soon besieged by the allied forces of Cao Cao and Liu Bei. After a lengthy siege, Lu Bu was captured, betrayed by his own officers.

Recognizing his legendary martial abilities, Cao Cao initially considered sparing Lu Bu's life and recruiting him into his own ranks. However, fearing Lu Bu's treachery and the threat he posed, Cao Cao ultimately decided to execute him in 199 CE.