Luoyang City
洛阳
The capital city of the Eastern Han Dynasty, currently crippled by political purges, palace infighting, and military instability.
Chang'an City
长安
The western capital, destined to become the site of a forced mass relocation of the population during the chaotic transition period.
Mianchi County
渑池
The site of the Western Liang military camp where Dong Zhuo's forces are staging before advancing on the capital.
Yangzhou Province
扬州
A strategically favorable southern region that Fei Qian views as the most stable place to escape the northern wars.
Cui Family Villa
崔家山庄
A private estate owned by the Cui family, situated approximately eight or nine miles outside the city's north gate at the foot of Beimang Mountain.
Beimang Mountain
北邙山
A mountain located north of the city, serving as a landmark near the Cui family estate.
Jingxiang Region
荆襄
A southern region renowned for its scholarly atmosphere, serving as the intended destination for Fei Qian's travels.
Jiaomao Gate
角旄门
A specific city gate in Luoyang, situated near the district housing the estates of the Great General and the Three Excellencies.
Great General's Mansion
大将军府
The residence of the Great General He Jin, which serves as a focal point for the current political power struggle between the military leadership and the eunuch faction.
Yonghe Quarter
永和里
A residential district in Luoyang favored by illustrious clans and noble families due to its convenient access to the imperial palace.
Cui Family Estate
崔家庄
The private residence and holdings of the influential Cui family.
You Province
幽州
A northern frontier territory where Gongsun Zan is stationed to defend against foreign incursions.
Western Regions
西域
An expanse of territory to the west of the empire, opened to trade during the Han Dynasty.
North Palace
北宫
The section of the imperial complex where the palace guard is stationed, serving as the setting for the fatal confrontation and the subsequent political fallout.
Meiyang County
美阳
The site where the Han armies gathered to defend imperial mausoleums against the rebellion of Bian Zhang and Han Sui.
Shandong Region
山东
The ancestral cradle and historic origin point of the Cui clan.
Heluo Region
河洛
The central plains area where the Cui family branch established their residence and business interests.
Linzi City
临淄
The specific historical city in Shandong that serves as the root of the Cui family lineage.
Western Liang
西凉
The power base region of Dong Zhuo's military forces, known for cultivating rugged, disciplined, and highly effective soldiers.
Cai Manor
蔡府
The residence of the scholar Cai Yong, where he receives scholars and occasionally grants audiences to potential students.
Imperial Academy
太学
The highest educational institution in the Eastern Han Dynasty, where scholars assemble to study, debate, and lecture.
Chenggao
成皋
A strategic location near the capital where Bao Xin has secretly stationed a contingent of trained troops.
Bing Province
并州
The rugged northern border region of the Han Dynasty, known for its fierce warriors and frequent skirmishes with northern tribes like the Xianbei.
Mengjin Garrison
孟津
A strategic tactical location near the capital where warlord armies temporarily stationed their troops to exert influence over the central government.
Chenliu
陈留
A significant city mentioned as a potential destination for Cao Cao's exile following his planned assassination of Dong Zhuo.
Wenming Garden
温明园
A luxurious imperial garden used for high-stakes governmental banquets, serving as the setting for Dong Zhuo's power play.
Nanyang Region
南阳
A strategic location considered by the Yuan clan as a potential base for establishing their own independent military power.
Xuchang City
许昌
A major administrative center where political events and anecdotal displays of scholarly rebellion have historically taken place.
Jing Province
荆州
A major regional territory governed by Liu Biao, known for being a dumping ground for troublesome political figures.
Jiangxia Commandery
江夏
A strategic border territory administered by Huang Zu, where the high-status scholar Mi Heng was finally executed.
Shuofang Commandery
朔方郡
A desolate frontier border region known for its harsh conditions and persistent threats from nomadic tribes.
Ding Yuan's Military Camp
丁原大营
The fortified encampment housing the Bing Province forces, which currently serves as the volatile setting for the confrontation between the Inspector and his champion.
Wang Yun's Manor
王允府
The residence of the Minister of the Masses, serving as a private venue for high-level political meetings held by the scholar-official faction.
West Garden
西园
An imperial military training ground and garrison, currently a site of heavy political contention as various clans attempt to exert influence over the new recruits.
Jizhou Region
冀州
A prosperous and strategically vital northern territory, serving as a nexus for military power and currently plagued by remnants of the Yellow Turban rebels.
Runan Region
汝南
The ancestral home and traditional power base of the Yuan clan.
East Gate
东门
The eastern exit of Luoyang City, from which Cao Cao departs while chasing after Yuan Shao.
Shanyang Commandery
山阳郡
A regional administrative territory in the Han Empire, serving as the official jurisdiction assigned to the newly appointed governor, Liu Hong.
Bohai Commandery
渤海
A strategic region to which Yuan Shao has been appointed as Governor by Dong Zhuo, sparking tension within the Yuan clan.
Southern Palace
南宫
The imperial residence currently housing the deposed emperor; it is the designated site for the abduction plot orchestrated by the Yuan clan.
South Gate
南门
The specific exit gate of the capital city designated as the rendezvous and escape point for the abduction operation.
Hall of Universal Harmony
辟雍
A central, square ceremonial structure at the heart of the Imperial Academy, designed for state rites and rituals, symbolizing the perfection of moral education.
Zui Xian House
醉仙楼
The largest and most prestigious restaurant and winery in Luoyang, frequently used for high-level social and political gatherings.
Xu Province
徐州
A regional territory to which the Cao family flees to seek refuge.
Langya Commandery
琅邪
The commandery governed by the Prince of Langya, serving as a safe haven.
Mount Jundu (Shanggu)
上谷军都山
The remote mountain range where Lu Zhi traveled to seek seclusion and safety after resigning his post.
Li Ru's Mansion
李儒府
The private residence of Li Ru, known for its orderly, scholarly, and calm atmosphere, standing in sharp contrast to the political turmoil outside.
Hulao Pass
虎牢关
A strategic mountain pass and military chokepoint that served as the theater for the legendary confrontation between Zhang Fei and Lu Bu.
Buguang Ward
步广里
An upscale residential district within Luoyang city that houses government-seized estates.
East City Barracks
城东大营
A fortified military encampment situated to the east of Luoyang, where Gao Shun is currently stationed.
Imperial Armory
武库
The central depository for state weapons located in Luoyang. Following political turmoil and the deaths of key eunuchs, it has become ungoverned and easily accessible.
Yan Province
兖州
A major administrative province in the Han Empire, currently plagued by the Yellow Turban Rebellion.
Yong'an Palace
永安宫
The specific palace complex where the deposed Emperor is held, identified as the true objective for Cao Cao's extraction.
South City District
城南
A dilapidated, impoverished area near the city gate, serving as a staging ground for Yuan Shu's private forces.
Jingfu Hall
景福大殿
A grand residence hall within the palace complex assigned to the deposed emperor.
Anchang Hall
安昌大殿
One of the primary residential halls inside the palace complex.
Yanxiu Hall
延休大殿
A residence hall designated as living quarters for the imperial family members within the palace.
Middle East Gate
中东门
A strategic gate in Luoyang, identified by Cao Cao as the key exit point to reach the bustling horse market.
Horse Market
马市
A bustling and chaotic commercial area intended by Cao Cao as the ideal location to hide his trail within the crowd.