Deng Dun

Executed in mid-council. General of the Front Army, he objects to the invasion on grounds that are perfectly sound — 'Why are you sending our armies into a distant and dangerous country and thus inviting trouble? Jiang Wei has invaded this country many times, and the wars have cost us many lives. We should rather seek safety in defense' — and is answered 'I am sending a righteous army against an unrighteous ruler. How dare you oppose my designs?' The executioners bring his head back to the foot of the steps, and the whole assembly turns pale and then praises the strategy.