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Murong Xi

385–407 · 4th century

Murong Xi was the last emperor of Later Yan, ruling from Longcheng in Liaoning from 401 to 407. He was remembered as extravagant and cruel, wasting resources on palaces and campaigns. In 407 he was killed by Feng Ba and Gao Yun, who founded Northern Yan in his place.

Mentioned in 2 state histories

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