Biography
Around 190, a coalition of warlords led by Yuan Shao, launched a campaign against the tyrannical warlord Dong Zhuo, who controlled state power through manipulating the young Emperor Xian. Han Fu was part of the coalition and Pan accompanied him. Pan was respected by his peers and highly regarded by Han Fu due to his skillful prowess in battle.
During the Battle of Sishui Pass against Dong Zhuo's general Hua Xiong, the coalition lost two generals, Bao Zhong and Yu She, who were slain by Hua in duels. As the warlords were pondering over their next course of action, Han Fu recommended Pan to challenge Hua, saying, "I've a brave warrior in my army. Pan Feng is his name, and he can slay this Hua Xiong." However, Pan was no match for Hua and was slain by his opponent after dueling a few rounds.
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