"The Romance of the Three Kingdoms" is one of the representative works of Chinese literature and is hailed as "China's epic". It has been translated and introduced overseas for more than three hundred years, with translations in Latin, English, French, German, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Vietnamese, Korean and other languages.

The Three Kingdoms IP has not only been a bestseller in the book market but has also extended to multiple fields such as games and film and television production. Games like Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Dynasty Warriors, and TV dramas like the 1994 version of The Romance of the Three Kingdoms and the 2010 version of Three Kingdoms have all received much acclaim.

Western scholars believe that Game of Thrones has similarities to The Romance of the Three Kingdoms in terms of power struggles and character portrayal, and some plots are even directly cited as case studies in literary research. Its historical narrative style has been widely adopted by Asian countries. Japan and South Korea have used it as a model for historical compilation and drama creation, and even Thai textbooks and temple murals have incorporated stories from the Three Kingdoms.

An 800,000-word masterpiece, it does take a considerable amount of time to savor. For those who are newly interested in it or for young readers and children, what else can we read?This series is an invaluable introductory read. It uses vivid and interesting comic forms to recreate the exciting stories of the Three Kingdoms. The series has removed the cruel and violent scenes from the original work, systematically organized and condensed the story, allowing readers to quickly get started and catch a glimpse of the war clouds, power games and heroic figures of the Three Kingdoms era.

★ A youth‑friendly gateway to a global mega‑franchise: Three Kingdoms‑based games have sold tens of millions of copies worldwide, and film/TV adaptations have streamed internationally. This book uses comics to open the door to this Eastern epic for young readers.
★ The Eastern version of Game of Thrones: an empire collapsing, heroes fighting for power, alliances and betrayals – in ancient China, a vast dynasty is about to crumble, and countless heroes rise.
★ A streamlined graphic reading experience: the million‑word original is distilled into a clear narrative, supplemented with character relationship maps, timelines, and other visual tools – solving the problems of length, complexity, and high reading barriers.

This series consists of 4 volumes:
"Volume 1: The Rise of Warlords"
"Volume 2: The Battle of Red Cliffs"
"Volume 3: The Three Kingdoms Stand United"
"Volume 4: The World Under Jin"

*“Three Kingdoms” is a global mega‑franchise. Its derivative video games (such as Koei Tecmo’s Dynasty Warriors series) have sold over tens of millions of copies worldwide, and film/TV adaptations have aired on international streaming platforms. This history – an “Eastern epic power struggle” – with its complex geopolitics, alliances, and betrayals, resonates with the globally popular A Song of Ice and Fire / Game of Thrones. From the Yellow Turban Rebellion to the reunification under Jin, the Three Kingdoms story offers not only legendary heroes but also a practical classroom for strategy and wisdom, combining literary value with the development of critical thinking skills.

Liu Bei entered Shu and established the Shu Han regime; Cao Cao consolidated his power in the north and founded the Cao Wei regime; Sun Quan established the Eastern Wu regime in the Jiangdong region. The Three Kingdoms waged wars against each other in their struggle for supremacy.

After stabilizing Yizhou, Liu Bei sent Zhuge Liang to the Eastern Wu to form an alliance with Sun Quan to jointly resist Cao Cao. Zhuge Liang, with his eloquence, successfully persuaded Sun Quan, and the strategy of allying with Wu to oppose Cao was implemented. After establishing the Shu Han regime in Yizhou, Liu Bei actively developed the economy, recruited talents, and prepared for the northern expedition.

The Nanzhong region, incited by Meng Huo, repeatedly rebelled. Liu Bei personally led the army to quell the rebellion. Zhuge Liang captured Meng Huo seven times and released him seven times, which convinced Meng Huo and stabilized the Nanzhong region.

However, during the northern expedition, Liu Bei, trusting Ma Su's advice, lost Jie Ting. Zhuge Liang executed Ma Su to maintain military discipline. When preparing for another northern expedition, Liu Bei learned that Guan Yu was killed by Eastern Wu and that Jingzhou was lost. This filled him with grief and anger. Determined to avenge Guan Yu, Liu Bei decided to attack Eastern Wu. Despite Zhuge Liang's unsuccessful attempts to dissuade him, Liu Bei insisted on his plan. In the Battle of Yiling, Liu Bei was defeated by Lu Xun, who burned his camps.

Original Author: Luo Guanzhong
Luo Guanzhong is widely regarded as one of China's greatest novelists, a figure whose stature is comparable to that of Dante or Homer in the Western literary tradition. His "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" is not only a cornerstone of Chinese literature but has also profoundly shaped historical perspectives, leadership philosophies, and business strategies across East Asia, including Japan, Korea and Vietnam—an influence that persists today. Overseas, many business schools even utilize strategic case studies from the Three Kingdoms as teaching materials for leadership training, demonstrating the work's universal values that transcend cultural and temporal boundaries.

Comic Adaptation Team
This adaptation was created by an experienced Chinese comic team. China’s animation and comic industry has grown rapidly in recent years, cultivating a generation of visual storytellers with both strong narrative skills and a global outlook. Specializing in “reimagining the classics”, the team excels at combining profound cultural heritage with comic art that meets international aesthetic standards. Their work is known for clear storytelling and exquisite artwork.