Chinese Rulers
King Helu of Wu
Patron of Sun Tzu
King Helu of Wu was a Chinese king active in the 6th c. BC during the Spring & Autumn period from the state of Wu. Was killed in battle.
Historical Note
Hired Sun Tzu to drill his army and conquered Chu's capital at Boju (506 BC). Died of a toe wound suffered while invading Yue — set his son on a path of vendetta.