| NAME | |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 童威, 童威, Tóng Wēi |
| Nickname | 68 - Earthly Progress Star - 地进星 (Dìjìn Xīng) - Địa Tiến Tinh; Emerging Cave Dragon (出洞蛟, Chūdòngjiāo, Xuất Động Giao) |
| Other name | Đồng Uy |
| INFORMATION | |
| Birth Place | Jiankang Prefecture (建康府; phủ Kiến Khang) |
| Death Reason | Sailed overseas to Siam (暹罗国, Xiānluóguó, Xiêm La Quốc) with Li Jun (李俊, Lǐ Jùn, Lý Tuấn) and lived in peace to old age |
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| CAREER | |
| Allegiance | Liangshan Marsh |
| Battles | Battle of Jieyang Ridge, Campaign against the Liao Dynasty, Campaign against the Tian Hu, Campaign against the Wang Qing, Campaign against the Fang La |
Biography and Origins of Tong Wei
Tong Wei, known by the moniker “Cave-Emerging Dragon”, is a prominent fictional naval chieftain in the classic Chinese literary masterpiece Water Margin. Hailing from the Jieyang River region during the reign of the Northern Song Dynasty, he originally earned his livelihood through gambling and running illicit salt distribution networks alongside his younger sibling, Tong Meng, and river boss Li Jun. Exceptional swimming talent and fierce maritime combat prowess define his reputation among fellow outlaws.
Liangshan Rebellions and Exploits
When the outlaw leader Song Jiang encountered mortal peril near Jieyang Ridge, the river faction launched a daring river rescue that bound their destinies together. Upon joining the 108 Liangshan marsh warriors, Tong Wei received the rank of the Earth Progressive Star, serving as a key naval lieutenant. He executed critical amphibious ambushes against imperial fleets, securing major rebel victories on lakes and rivers. Unlike numerous comrades who succumbed during the tragic expedition against the southern rebel Fang La, he survived through sheer tactical awareness and water mastery.
Exile to Siam and Legacy
Disillusioned by the deceitful imperial administration, Tong Wei chose a peaceful retirement instead of accepting court titles. Together with Tong Meng and Li Jun, he sailed overseas toward the kingdom of Siam, forging a prosperous new dynasty far beyond imperial reach. His character embodies unwavering loyalty, nautical grit, and pragmatic survival in traditional Chinese heroic storytelling.
Key Milestones and Timeline
River Ambush & Rescue
Rescues Song Jiang from hostile local enforcers along the riverbanks of Jieyang.
Earth Progressive Star
Inducted as the 68th chieftain during the grand gathering of Liangshan heroes.
Departure Overseas
Departs the mainland for foreign waters, establishing an independent settlement in Siam.
Notable Relationships
- Li Jun: Trusted commander and brother-in-arms whose strategic guidance shaped their maritime survival.
- Tong Meng: Devoted younger brother who stood alongside him across every naval engagement and overseas voyage.
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