Biao Nian

Biao Nian is one of the officials of the Imperial Han, and a minister held up to very high standards by Gong Zuan. Hailing from Jing Province, he stood as Gong Zuan's right hand man, and was present in many battles against the Rushin Clan, including the final battle fought in Xiangyang.

After the fall of the Han due to Zha Ji, Biao Nian later raised an army in Jiangling, but was quickly defeated and executed by Liu Biao.

Personality
Biao Nian is cunning and deceitful, which is what earned him the favor of the Emperor Gong Zuan. He isn't afraid to use lies and slander to his advantage, no matter the situation. He is also able to use these talents strategically in order to fight against a numerous of foes, in many difficult or easy situations.

Biao Nian is also an extremely arrogant minister, often putting his needs above those of the Imperial Han itself, despite his high ranking.

History
Not much is known about Biao Nian's early life other than his birth date and that he came into service as an official in 177 AD, and during his service he married one of Cao Cao's daughters, Cao Xian.

The Rushin Rebellion
During the Rushin Rebellion, Biao Nian and his forces remained active most in the area concerning Luoyang, Changan, and Puyang. Under him were Cao Cao and other volunteer officers such as Liu Wuchan and Yan Biahu.

In late 198 AD however, Biao Nian was advised by Zha JI to ask for a promotion to become the governor over Jing Province, seeing that land as a key position throughout China. Biao Nian did see its value and knew that the Han would benefit best if someone like him guarded it. With Gong Zuan's approval, Biao Nian became the Prefect of all Jing Province.

However this did not last long as when Gong Zuan's assassination caused the fall of the Han, warlords such as Zhang Xiu and Liu Biao all fled into Jing Province, starting a large battle between the warning territories.