Background
In 190, Dong Zhuo entered the Han Dynasty's capital Luoyang, taking control of the imperial court. Cao Cao saw this as a significant threat, and, together with other warlords, formed a new coalition with Yuan Shao as their leader. The coalition first attacked Sishui Pass, and after slaying its defender Hua Xiong, they marched on to Hulao Pass, 50 li from Luoyang.
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