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Cao Cao, the power behind Emperor Xian, moves against the rival warlords Liu Bei and Yuan Shao, striking at Liu Bei first. Liu Bei escapes north to Yuan Shao, and his family, including his concubine Qilan, falls into Cao Cao's hands. Guan Yu, sworn brother to Liu Bei, gives himself up to Cao Cao to keep his oath. Cao Cao prizes the warrior's skill and loads him with gifts, hoping he will stay in his service, but Guan Yu will not abandon Liu Bei. He also keeps silent about his feelings for Qilan, who criticizes his service to Cao Cao. Once word comes that Liu Bei is with Yuan Shao, Guan Yu prepares to take Qilan to him. Cao Cao permits the departure, but his followers see Guan Yu as a threat and scheme against him.
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Did you know?!Facts and trivia about The Lost Bladesman (2011)
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- Donnie Yen turned down the role of Guan Yu in The Lost Bladesman because he felt he could not play it well. Directors Alan Mak and Felix Chong offered it again, telling him it would show he was more than just a martial arts actor.
