Heroes’ Manor (simplified: 聚贤庄, traditional: 聚賢莊, pinyin: Jùxián Zhuāng) is a manor owned by the “You Brothers” (游氏双雄 – Yóu Shì Shuāngxióng), You Ji (游骥 – Yóu Jì) and You Ju (游驹 – Yóu Jū). Although the brothers were not martial arts masters of the highest caliber, their manor held great prestige in the jianghu due to their hospitality and generosity.
Description
Heroes’ Manor was renowned throughout the jianghu for its hospitality and generosity. The You brothers welcomed all martial artists who passed through, earning a reputation similar to that of Lord Mengchang (孟尝 – Mèngcháng). This generosity made Heroes’ Manor highly respected despite the brothers’ moderate martial arts skills.
Each brother wielded a refined steel shield, and when fighting together, their combined power was greatly enhanced. The brothers specialized in defensive techniques using their shields, which were both offensive and defensive weapons.
History
The You brothers
The You brothers were known for their hospitality and generosity, welcoming all martial artists who passed through. They were willing to help anyone in need, earning a reputation similar to that of Lord Mengchang (孟尝 – Mèngcháng). This generosity made Heroes’ Manor highly respected in the jianghu despite the brothers’ moderate martial arts skills.
The famous battle
During the battle at Heroes’ Manor, the brothers’ shields were shattered. Following their master’s teaching that “when the shield exists, the man exists; when the shield is destroyed, the man dies” (盾在人在，盾亡人亡 – Dùn zài rén zài, dùn wáng rén wáng), they committed suicide.
The battle at Heroes’ Manor became a legendary event in the jianghu, particularly because Qiao Feng fought alone against numerous martial artists. This battle cemented Qiao Feng’s reputation as a legendary warrior and demonstrated his extraordinary martial arts abilities.
Inhabitants
The You Brothers
- You Ji (游骥 – Yóu Jì) - Elder brother and co-owner
- You Ju (游驹 – Yóu Jū) - Younger brother and co-owner
Notable Visitors
- Qiao Feng - Famous warrior who fought at the manor
Behind the scenes
The manor represents the theme of hospitality and generosity in the jianghu, as well as the tragic consequences of rigid adherence to martial arts principles. The brothers’ suicide following their master’s teaching illustrates the strict codes of honour that governed the jianghu.
See also
- Jin Yong locations
- Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils locations
- You Ji – Elder brother and co-owner
- You Ju – Younger brother and co-owner
- Qiao Feng – Famous warrior who fought at the manor
External links
- Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils on Wikipedia