Lu Bu - commander of Rise of Kingdoms: skills, talents, connections (2026)

This information is current as of August 2026.

Люй Бу — командир Rise of Kingdoms

Liu Bu is a legendary commander in Rise of Kingdoms (specializing in “Leadership,” “Conquest,” and “Skill”). The strongest warrior of the Three Kingdoms—a versatile all-rounder for mixed units: his strength does not depend on the type of troops. Legend has it: “Among men—Liu Bu; among horses—the Red Hare.”

Historical Background

Liu Bu was a warrior of the Three Kingdoms era, celebrated as China’s mightiest fighter. He betrayed his two adoptive fathers and was killed by Cao Cao, but his combat prowess became the gold standard.

How to Obtain Lü Bu

Statues—from seasonal events; these are universal statues.

Skills

God of War (Active): Deals massive damage to the target, enhanced for mixed units
Red Hare: Attack and speed bonuses for all troop types
Three Against One: Increases skill damage when outnumbered by the enemy
Invincible: Chance to deal additional damage upon activation
Expertise: Raises the cap on nuke damage and universal buffs

Upgrade Priority

5-5-1-1 → 5555. Its versatility makes it a flexible investment.

Talents

“Leadership” + “Skill”: Increases skill damage and boosts mixed troops.

Best Combinations

Lü Bu + Diao Chan

Historical Pair: Diao Chan’s buffs enhance Lü Bu’s nuke

Liu Bu + Guan Yu

The legendary duel at Huliaoguan is now an alliance: fan attack plus nuke

Player Reviews

Players say: Lü Bu is a “Swiss Army knife.” He works with any type of unit, which is convenient for accounts without a clear specialization. Downside: in a narrow meta, he falls short of specialized top-tier heroes.

Tips

Liu Bu is ideal if you haven’t decided on a troop type yet—he’ll handle a mixed squad just fine. Once you’ve decided, switch to specialized commanders.