Background
The Water Margin describes Zhu Gui as a tall and big man with a cheekbones like fists and a yellow beard. He was initially a trader and he decided to join the outlaws at Liangshan Marsh to plunder and rob for a living after he made a great loss. He is one of the earliest pioneers of Liangshan, together with Wang Lun, Du Qian and Song Wan. He is extremely versatile and blends into all kinds of situations well, making him an ideal candidate for a spy or scout. He is nicknamed "Dry Land Alligator".
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