Mao He

Mao He was the former general of the Zheng Imperial Army prior to his death and succession by his son: Zheng Wei-Ju.

History
Mao He was born a poor, low-class Goblin. He lived in the Ding occupied country of Xuai growing up, as a black smith.

Mao He had a talent for creating good quality weapons - primarily swords, and had been noticed by the then Zheng prince: Zheng Fang-Xu. The prince had commissioned Mao He to create a blade as a wedding gift for his sister; Zheng Biyan. The princess was impressed by the Goblin's craftsmanship.

Mao He had gained the favour of not only the crown prince but the princess of Zheng as well. He was invited to the palace to forge weapons for the Zheng Imperial Army.

Eventually Mao He became the general for the army. He formed a strong bond with the princess Zheng Biyan throughout the years as the two were very interested in war and powerful weapons.

After the unexpected death of Zheng Biyan’s first husband, Mao He was given the now emperor of Zheng, Zheng Fang-Xu’s permission to marry the princess. Mao He began to forge his final sword, the legendary Jinhuli, specifically for his future son; Zheng Wei-Ju.

Although a master blacksmith and excellent general, Mao He was alas a low-class goblin with limited spiritual power, he was unable to defend himself during the Third Midnight Seige where he was defeated by the Ding.

Before his death, he used up all of his last energy to implant his soul into Jinhuli and protect his son forever.