Judgment of Dayu.

Summary

The chapter describes a fierce battle involving the imperial light cavalry, who, equipped with bows and sabers, quickly breach the defenses of the Guandou local tribes. Despite the initial chaos, the imperial forces strategically retreat while fending off the enemy's pursuit. The heavy cavalry plays a crucial role in maintaining order during the retreat and engaging the enemy's forces. As the battle intensifies, the imperial commander leads his troops in a final stand on a small hill, but ultimately, the imperial heavy cavalry is overwhelmed. After the Xu Zhou garrison breaks free, they regroup and assess their losses, revealing a significant reduction in their forces from over thirty thousand to fewer than eight thousand capable soldiers.

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