Amid the turmoil of the late Han dynasty, Zhang Fei emerges as a fierce warrior aligned with Liu Bei. Originally a simple mat-weaver, his encounter with Liu Bei and Guan Yu sparks the formation of their sworn brotherhood through the Oath of the Peach Garden, binding them to live and die together while pursuing justice and order across China. Zhang Fei engages in pivotal early conflicts, including the suppression of the Yellow Turban Rebellion that cements their notoriety. He becomes embroiled in power struggles following the Han dynasty’s collapse, confronting adversaries like the warlord Dong Zhuo and the formidable warrior Lü Bu. Zhang Fei’s steadfast loyalty to Liu Bei anchors their faction through the chaos of warring states, solidifying his role as a key figure in the initial quest to unify China.