Golden Aries – Zhang Liang: The Strategic Mage of Honor of Kings
In the realm of Honor of Kings, Zhang Liang stands out as a mage with exceptional crowd control abilities. Among his three skills, two possess control effects, making him an invaluable asset in team fights. His primary role in engagements is to immobilize the enemy’s key damage dealers, turning the tide of battle with precise execution.
Iconic Voice Lines
Zhang Liang’s voice lines reflect his intellectual and slightly enigmatic nature:
- “Hush, curiosity killed the cat!”
- “You talk to gods out of faith; if gods talk to you… well, that’s just madness.”
- “Why do human minds differ so vastly? Hmm, worth pondering.”
- “Sorrow isn’t a reason to cry; foolishness is.”
- “If there’s any knowledge I haven’t mastered, it’s the minds of girls…”
Historical Legacy
Zhang Liang, also known as Zifang, was a noble from the state of Han. His exploits are documented in Records of the Grand Historian: Biography of the Marquis of Liu. After the Qin dynasty conquered the six states, Zhang Liang sought revenge by hiring an assassin to attack Qin Shi Huang with an iron hammer at Bolang, though the attempt failed, forcing him into exile. During the chaos of the late Qin era, he became a key strategist for Liu Bang, contributing significantly to the founding of the Han dynasty. Despite his achievements, he humbly accepted only a small fiefdom instead of seeking greater rewards. Legends speak of his encounter with Huang Shigong, who gifted him three divine scrolls, explaining his unparalleled wisdom.
In-Game Biography
Portrayed as a genius disciple who even amazed Jiang Ziya, Zhang Liang developed his unique magical path of “Word Magic.” He masters all languages and communicates with the world itself, edging infinitely close to truth. All other forms of magic pale before him. Sent into the mortal world by Jiang Ziya to restore order, Zhang Liang finds reintegration into society his greatest challenge, especially in the turbulent lands of Chu and Han.
Golden Aries Skin Event
The Golden Aries skin event ran from November 19 to November 30, 2019. Participants could log in daily to claim a lottery gift pack, with cumulative login days unlocking additional rewards. Sharing the event with QQ friends or groups was required to claim certain packs, though WeChat users could also participate via QQ invites. All rewards were accessible exclusively through the Tencent Video app, with strict penalties for cheating or misuse.
Skin Features
The Golden Aries skin aligns Zhang Liang with the abilities of Mu from Saint Seiya. His first skill incorporates the Crystal Wall, a defensive technique of Aries, while his second skill features dynamic effects inspired by Kiki, scrolls, and magic tomes. The recall animation recreates Mu and Kiki repairing the Pegasus Cloth, making it a must-have for collectors and fans of Saint Seiya.
Pricing and Offers
Following standard release practices, the skin was available at a 20% discount during its first week, priced at 1,350 points. A special Saint Seiya bundle offered all three Golden Saint skins for 4,051 points, effectively applying the discount to each skin and providing a limited-time opportunity for enthusiasts.
