The World of Cao Ang: Three Kingdoms

This is the story of a transmigrator who uses modern knowledge to transform an era. After transmigrating into Cao Ang in 189, he adapts to life in ancient times, survives in the army, establishes himself, and builds his first power base. He then secures a foothold in Guanzhong, lays the foundations for economic growth, develops the beginnings of a three-department, six-ministry system, and experiments with separating military and civil administration. Next, as he contends for supremacy across the Central Plains, he faces the Battle of Guandu, promotes institutional reforms, forms elite troops, and exposes Yuan Shao. He then pushes west and south, pacifies Xiliang, opens up the Western Regions, builds ships to sail overseas, and fights the Battle of Red Cliffs. After Cao Cao falls gravely ill, Cao Ang takes charge, rolling out the new systems across the board, exposing Liu Bei, capturing Hanzhong, and expanding the navy. After Cao Cao dies, Cao Ang ascends the throne and unifies the realm. The navy takes shape, the imperial examinations undergo a major overhaul, and he makes contact with Persia and Rome. Finally, he launches a western expedition and opens up global sea routes...