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I must apologize! We vessels were not strong enough. This predicament is our fault...! However, you will not meet your end here...Not in a place like this, Lord Ou Sen! You will restore your power someday...!!

—Den Ri Mi's final declaration to his lord.[1]

Den Ri Mi

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Chinese Tián Lǐ Mí
Kanji 田里弥
Epithet Second Commander of the Ou Sen Army
Biographical Information
Status
Deceased (Slain)
[2]
Marital Status Unknown
Age Late 20s to Early 30s
Gender Male
Hair Black
Distinction Dynamic posing
Relatives Unknown
State Qin
Residence Ou Family's main branch's lands
Location Hango (Place of Death)
Professional Information
Occupation Soldier
Vassal of the Ou Family's main branch
Affiliates Ou Sen Army
Qin Military
Military Rank General
Media
Japanese VA TBA
Appearance
Manga Debut Chapter 535
Anime Debut TBA

Den Ri Mi was a distinguished General of the Qin Military and a high-ranking commander within the Ou Sen Army. He initially served as the 3rd Division Commander but was later promoted to the position of 2nd Division Commander following Qin's hard-fought victory at the Battle at Shukai Plains, a campaign that significantly shifted the balance of power in Qin's favor. His promotion came as a result of the death of Ma Kou, his predecessor, who perished during the battle.

As the 2nd Division Commander, Den Ri Mi played a crucial role in executing Ou Sen’s strategic maneuvers, overseeing a significant portion of the army and contributing to Qin's military successes. Known for his discipline and leadership, he was entrusted with commanding elite troops in key battles.

However, Den Ri Mi met his end during the Battle of Hango, a fierce conflict that proved costly for Qin. His death marked a significant loss for the Ou Sen Army, as he was one of its most experienced commanders. Despite his demise, his contributions to Qin’s expansion and military campaigns left a lasting impact on the battlefield.

Appearance[]

Den Ri Mi was a young-looking man with long black hair and goatee. He was always seen with a serious expression. He wore decorated military armor associated with the upper commanders of the Ou Sen Army.

Personality[]

Den Ri Mi was a strict man who took any mission he was given seriously as 'failure' was not allowed. He was a pure strategist who preferred to fight his enemies from a distance with a keen view so he could observe the situation. He also placed a heavy emphasis on punctuality and manners, typically lecturing or angrily glaring at anyone who came off to be rude.

He greatly respected his lord, Ou Sen as his superior and was more/less able to understand the great general's point of view, like on one occasion at the center army's camp at the Battle of Shukai Plains, Ou Sen and Den Ri Mi understood each other's conversation with only a few words regarding Qin's Right-Wing force as a main key point of the overall war.

History[]

Young denrimi

A younger Den Ri Mi as 100-Man Commander.

Den Ri Mi's early life remains largely unknown, but as a young man he joined the Qin Military and quickly displayed exceptional talent in warfare. At a young age, he had already attained the rank of 100-Man Commander, and his strategic abilities were well recognized on the battlefield during the era of the War God, King Shou.

At one point, Den Ri Mi was approached by Ou Sen, who specifically sought him out. Upon their meeting, Ou Sen inquired about his rank, to which Den Ri Mi responded that he commanded only a hundred soldiers. Finding this rank far too low for someone of his abilities, Ou Sen immediately promoted him to the rank of 1000-Man Commander in the Ou Sen Army. Den Ri Mi, recognizing the opportunity as well being amused by Ou Sen's headhunting, accepted the offer and began his ascent through the ranks.

Over the years, Den Ri Mi fought loyally under Ou Sen, serving alongside fellow commanders A Kou, Sou'Ou, and Ma Kou. As he continued to rise in the military hierarchy, he was eventually promoted to the rank of General. Within a few years, he attained the position of Third Division Commander in the Ou Sen Army, solidifying his status as one of Qin's key military figures.

Unlike A Kou and Ma Kou, who personally led their troops into battle, Den Ri Mi preferred a more strategic approach. He commanded his forces from a distance, overseeing the battlefield to assess situations and make calculated decisions. This leadership style allowed him to make precise tactical calls that contributed to the army’s overall success.

Story[]

Western Zhao Invasion Arc[]

Den Ri Mi was first seen in Ou Sen's base camp, talking to his lord on a few occasions. On the final day of Battle at Shukai Plains, he faced Earl Kou in a battle, but his methods were proven ineffective against his opponent. When Ou Sen is able to grasp the meaning behind enemies' tactics Den Ri Mi forms his army into one of the wings of Great Crane Formation and they are able to push back Zhao forces.

Zhao Crisis Arc[]

Den Ri Mi accompanies his lord and the Ou Sen Army as they're still on the Zhao frontlines together.

Battle of Eikyuu Arc[]

At the start of the war, Den Ri Mi is with other Ou Sen Army's generals to discuss the purpose of Kan Ki and Ko Chou's actions. He is later present in Ou Sen's HQ when Mou Ten pays them a visit in order to beg them to save Ou Hon's life. However, Den Ri Mi and the rest of commanders are not moved by this.

Zhao's Retaliation Arc[]

Den Ri Mi is put in charge of the siege of Atsuyo. However, things don't go well since Shun Sui Ju implements a sacrificial strategy in which the wounded troops leap from the wall taking Qin soldiers down with them. Ko Haku's cavalry then rides from the city gates to kill Den Ri Mi. However, their path is blocked by the appearance of Ou Sen and his imperial troops. After the battle is over, he participates in Ou Sen's emergency council and explains to other participants the situation and available options. At the end of the day, they decide that Ou Sen Army will stay in Atsuyo.

Hango Campaign Arc[]

During the Battle of Hango, Den Ri Mi is placed in the back for his army to serve as a lethal force to kill enemy Zhao commanders. As they move to strike down Ji Aga their plan is interrupted by the sudden appearance of Shi Ba Shou who kills Duke Da Rin and moves past their armies to attack Ou Sen's HQ.

Den Ri Mi gets wounded in the chest, but he quickly realizes how dire is the situation and decides to rush to his lord Ou Sen's aid alongside Sou'Ou. They are able to reach their master in time, however Seika generals follow after them and Ou Sen's core army gets crushed. Den Ri Mi and his remaining soldiers then sacrifice their lives to allow his lord Ou Sen and Sou'Ou to escape.

Den Ri Mi Passes Away

Den Ri Mi, the 2nd General of the Ou Sen Army, dies from his wounds in defense of his lord, Ou Sen.

As Kan Saro broke through his soldiers to strike him down, Den Ri Mi had already passed away from his wounds.

Abilities[]

STATS
Strength 80
Leadership 89
Intelligence 91
Experience B
Ou Sen Army's degree of support: 95


As the 2nd commander in Ou Sen Army, Den Ri Mi possessed talents and experience as a capable military commander.

Physical Abilities[]

Despite his preference for long-ranged warfare, Den Ri Mi was capable of fighting with a sword when the situation demanded it as he slain some enemies.[3]

Leadership[]

Den Ri Mi showed to be a dynamic and methiodal leader, unlike A Kou, Ma Kou, and Sou Ou, he did not fight personally on the frontlines instead preferring to analyze the situation of the battlefield from a safe distance. Despite that, his army demonstrated a remarkable degree of strength from each individual soldiers.[4] In pivotal moments he was also shown rallying his troops with a speech to keep the morale of his army high.[5][6]

Tactical Abilities[]

Snake Formation

Den Ri Mi directing his army with hand gestures

Master Strategist: Den Ri Mi was an exceptionally skilled strategist, possessing the highest level of warfare knowledge among the Ou Sen Army's commanders. His tactical acumen was evident during strategic meetings, where he frequently voiced his insights on the battlefield and made accurate predictions.

He excelled in a "smart" form of combat, demonstrating the ability to adapt his strategies on the fly, whether it involved launching an offensive or correcting tactical errors. His expertise lay in seamlessly combining both hard and soft approaches, balancing aggression with flexibility to maximize battlefield efficiency.[7]

Beyond field tactics, Den Ri Mi also showcased a strong proficiency in siege warfare. He effectively utilized ladder units and expertly targeted weak points in castle defenses, making him a formidable commander in both open-field battles and fortress assaults.

Military Formations: Den Ri Mi was highly skilled in performing military formations. He was shown using complex tactics like the Snake Formation and directed his units in such matters to form a center of Great Crane Formation and gain an advantage over Zhao. During the Siege of Atsuyo, he used the Gokuka Encirclement to surround Zhao General Ko Haku Kou's cavalry.[8] He was also shown using defensive tactics such as the Three Pillar Formation to protect the vulnerable rear of retreating Ou Sen Army's HQ.[9]

Gallery[]

Portrait
Getting ready for the divisive and final clash during the Battle at Shukai Plains.
Present at General Ou Sen's strategy meeting regrading Zhao.
Den Ri Mi as 100-Man Commander.

Trivia[]

  • Den Ri Mi was possibly the youngest general in the Ou Sen Army.
  • Den Ri Mi had a tendency to command his forces with dramatic hand gestures.
  • Den Ri Mi is the third character in the series to have died standing on their horse aside from General Ou Ki and Gyou’un.

Navigation[]

Ou Family
Main Branch
Family Head: Ou Sen
Members: Ou HonShu Kei † • Sai KaOu Ri
Vassals: Ban YouGu Nei † • A Kou † • Ma Kou † • Den Ri Mi † • Sou'OuShi RyouKan JouA Ka KinShou TakuKyuu Kou † • Shin Kaku Gaku † • Duke Da Rin † • San ShuuMou Ryuu † • Dan SaKei KyouEi KiEi Gan • Nei Ji • Ba En • Ba Ri • Ba Shun † • Ju Ho • Hi An † • Den Jitsu † • Rin Shun † • Chou YouKou Jun • Ko Sa † • Mou Chi • Ka SouBen Ro • Ha Kun • Ho Jun • Tai Ka •
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Story Arcs: Alliance ArcSanyou Campaign ArcSanyou Aftermath ArcCoalition Invasion ArcWestern Zhao Invasion ArcBattle of Eikyuu ArcZhao's Retaliation ArcHango Campaign Arc
Other Articles: Gyoku Hou ArmySix Great GeneralsMou Gou Army ‡ (Do MonEi Bi †) • Kan Ki Army ‡ (Kan Ki †) • Anhou CampaignSanyou CampaignBattle of Kankoku PassBattle at Shukai PlainsBattle of EikyuuBattle of AtsuyoBattle of Hango
Splitter Branch
Family Head: Ou Ki's Father † • Ou Ki † •
Vassals: Kyou † • TouRoku O MiRyuu KokuKan OuRin Bou † • Dou Kin † • Tai GoSetsu KouKou Rou • Mon • Gyo Mou • Tei • Ben • Ge Ni • Shuu Ou • Sai Tou • Ko Gan Brothers •
Affiliates
Story Arcs: Sei Kyou's Rebellion ArcTraining ArcBattle of Bayou ArcAlliance ArcSanyou Campaign ArcCoalition Invasion ArcFire Dragons of Wei ArcWar of the Three States ArcNature Of Humanity Arc
Other Articles: King ShouEi SeiSix Great Generals (Kyou Army ‡) • Shou Bun Kun Army (Shou Bun Kun)


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References[]

  1. Kingdom Manga: Vol.73 Chapter 793
  2. Kingdom Manga: Vol.73 Chapter 793
  3. Kingdom Manga: Vol.72 Chapter 782, page 16
  4. Kingdom Manga: Vol.56 Chapter 604, page 12
  5. Kingdom Manga: Vol.72 Chapter 780, pages 18-21
  6. Kingdom Manga: Vol.72 Chapter 788, page 15
  7. Kingdom Manga: Vol.55 Chapter 602, page 12
  8. Kingdom Manga: Vol.64 Chapter 706, page 13
  9. Kingdom Manga: Vol.73 Chapter 793, page 15