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Sep 2014
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#38 - E. Han 5: The Battle Of Guandu

CHRIS STEWART
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In the aftermath of the tyrant Dong Zhou's death, the two commanders of the former anti-Dong coalition vie for power and legitimacy. Cao Cao will take control of Emperor Xian, prompting his one time ally Yuan Shao to launch an all-out invasion of Cao's province. The forces will clash climactically around the fortress at Guandu. Hosted on Acast. See acast. ... Show More
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