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LEGACY

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「Hong Gildong Jeon」 Heo Gyun

AuthorKR1569 — 1618

A man of letters and revolutionary of the mid-Joseon period. He authored the first Korean-language novel, Hong Gildong Jeon, and left behind 17 book reviews in Seongso Bububgo. He was executed for advocating the abolition of the caste system.

“Snorting at the rotten laws despising concubines' sons, I shall exhilaratingly completely overturn this hypocritical noble society pit with Hong Gil-dong's magic and Hwalbindang's swords!”

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What this figure read, watched, and listened to

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Quote

“Snorting at the rotten laws despising concubines' sons, I shall exhilaratingly completely overturn this hypocritical noble society pit with Hong Gil-dong's magic and Hwalbindang's swords!”

Greeting

“The only thing in the world truly to be feared is the people.”
“When heaven sends forth a man of talent, it does not distinguish high birth from low.”
“I will not let talent go to waste simply because I am an illegitimate son.”

Roll Call

“I have come with the spirit of the homi — the bold people.”
“Ready, as Hong Gil-dong gathered the Hwalbindang.”
“I set out with the ambition to found Yuldoguk.”

Deploy

“Break the chains of rank and advance!”
“Open the granaries of corrupt officials!”
“Forward under the banner of the Hwalbindang!”

Victory

“God did not stint on virtue just because my birth was humble.”
“The dream of Yuldoguk has come one step closer.”
“Those in high places must learn to fear the people.”

Draw

“The wonmin only complain — but the homi act.”
“I simply have not yet reached Yuldoguk.”
“Let us plan the next move.”

Defeat

“This is the result of those above looking down on us and using us at will.”
“I said the people are more fearsome than flood or tiger.”
“Call me a traitor — my resolve will not break.”

Strike

“Tear down the walls of injustice!”
“I cut with the sword of the Hwalbindang!”
“I sever the chains of status in a single stroke!”
P e r s o n aA n a l y s i s

Overview

Supreme intellect combined with high courage formed the radical intellectual structure that directly challenged the existing caste order. Low temperance and loyalty manifested in Confucian ethics violations and rebel participation, while high fairness and benevolence drove the liberation narrative of Hong Gildong.

Core Abilities

Command
58
Martial
40
Intellect
90
Charm
78

Inner Virtues

Temperance
28
Diligence
78
Reflection
72
Courage
88

Outer Virtues

Loyalty
30
Benevolence
72
Fairness
70
Humility
30

Core Disposition

Pessimism
Optimism
Conservative
Progressive
Individual
Social
Cautious
Bold

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