There are a number of playable factions in Total War: THREE KINGDOMS, each of which has its own famous leader from history, and its own unique playstyle, which is largely defined by its leader’s specialisation and its faction specialisation.
Each faction is led by a faction leader (also known as a Warlord, and after whom the faction is named), who is supported by their family, ministers, administrators, generals, spies, and any other unassigned characters. Factions are hierarchical organisations of characters bound by common purpose, and form the discrete power blocks in Total War: THREE KINGDOMS.