Yan Pu

Yan Pu (onyomi: En Ho) is one of Zhang Lu's strategists who provided him with useful advice in regards to dealing with Cao Cao

Role in Games
In Dynasty Warriors 7, Yan Pu appears as an enemy officer in the Battle of Yangping Gate. The player must defeat him in order to seize the opposing faction's supply depot.

Historical Information
Born in Yi Province, Yan Pu was instrumental in Zhang Lu's survival against the coming onslaught of Cao Cao's forces. When his lord received a jeweled seal from the people, he prudently advised him not to declare himself king for fear of attracting the ire of the other warlords.

In the year 215, Cao Cao finally reached Hanzhong. Zhang Lu had no desire to resist the encroaching army, so Yan Pu convinced him to move to his fortress Bazhong in an effort to improve their position to surrender. Their act of leaving behind Zhang Lu's wealth impressed Cao Cao enough to welcome them into his services. For his part, Yan Pu was granted the title of marquis.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms
The novel introduces Yan Pu in Chapter 59 where he encourages his lord to prepare for Cao Cao's attack by raising an army together with Zhang Wei. His well-meaning advice contrasts with the self-serving suggestions of Yang Song. While Yang Song slandered the warrior Pang De for his own ends, it was Yan Pu who recognized his potential to face Cao Cao and came to his defense.