Restraint, strategy, growth, power struggles, revenge, trust, and betrayal
· Emperor: Early in Ling Zhao’s reign, powerful ministers or the empress dowager seize control of the court. He appears weak and incompetent, but is steadfast and exceptionally intelligent within. He is observant, quick to learn, and remarkably patient.
Powerful Minister Yuwen Hu controls the government, with allies across the realm. He is calculating and ruthless, and considers imperial power as good as his own.
