Fan Shen

Fan Shen was a figure of Eastern Wu. He served as a retainer to Crown Prince Sun Deng and as Wuchang commander, and later became Grand Commandant; he does not appear in the Romance.

Deeds

• When Sun Deng was crown prince, Fan Shen, together with Xie Jing, Diao Xuan, Yang Dao, and others, served among his retainers. The Eastern Palace was renowned for having many talented men. (According to historical records)^[1]
• When gravely ill, Sun Deng submitted a memorial praising Fan Shen and Hua Rong for their steadfast integrity and bearing as men of the state. After Sun Deng’s death, Fan Shen served as Wuchang commander and was later promoted to Grand Commandant. (According to historical records)^[2][3]
• While serving as Grand Commandant, Fan Shen said that he was old. The soldiers were devoted to him, and the entire camp wept for him. He died in the third year of Fenghuang, and his son Fan Yao succeeded him. (According to historical records)^[1]

Relationships

• A retainer of Sun Deng; Sun Deng praised his talent and virtue in his final memorial.^[1][2]
• Zhi Fu of Fan Yao.^[1]