The Three Swordsmen

Siu Sam-Siu is the central swordsman whose prowess attracts rival factions and schemes to frame him. He carries a strong sense of honor, choosing to fight for his name and those he loves. Throughout the conflicts, he remains focused on protecting Butterfly and seeking the truth behind the conspiracy.

Ming Kim is a formidable martial artist who partners with Siu to uncover the truth. She defends her family’s honor while navigating complex loyalties and a potential romance. Her presence anchors the investigation into Yin-tun and the scheme against Siu.

Wham Dao leads the Godly Blades Troupe and stands as a major rival with deft, ruthless moves. He embodies the jiang hu’s treacherous politics and uses both force and strategy to advance his goals. His clashes with Siu push the latter to clear his name and confront broader conspiracies.

Choi Yi is the mastermind behind the framing of Siu, orchestrating events across Ming Kim Villa with hidden motives. Her actions are driven by complicated loyalties and past loves, intertwining personal and political ambitions. She catalyzes much of the plot’s deception and tragedy.

The Prince of Hau is tasked with arresting Siu, representing imperial authority and the pressure of law against the jiang hu. His role adds political tension as the duel nears and as authorities pursue the truth. He embodies the state’s reach into the martial world.

Ming Kim’s mother serves as a protective elder who guards her family’s honor. She questions outsiders and watches for betrayal, providing a stabilizing moral compass amid the chaos. Her presence grounds the drama in family duty and tradition.

Choi-yee is revealed as the mastermind who frames Siu, driven by a blend of ambition and forbidden love for Yin-tun. She uses deception and a kidnapped child as leverage, shaping the plot’s tragic turn. Her actions illustrate the corrosive costs of treachery and desire.

Red Leaves is Siu’s former lover whose heartbreak is manipulated by others to frame him. Her eventual death and revelations influence the finale, serving as a catalyst for truth and accountability. She embodies the personal cost of the jiang hu’s explosive schemes.

Butterfly, Ku Choi-yee’s younger sister, impersonates Ming Kim to draw Siu in, driven by admiration and complex loyalties. She travels through danger with Siu, ultimately symbolizing hope and steadfastness amid the turmoil. Her presence adds a personal stake to the pursuit of truth and safety.