The Daoist figure Guanyu

Associated with the qualities of loyalty and bravery, the renowned military hero Guanyu of the Three Kingdoms period was worshiped as a protector against all threats to the individual and the state. He received various posthumous titles granted by emperors throughout the ages, eventually becoming the God of War. Bearing his usual menacing expression, he is shown wearing a gold crown and a green cloak draped open to reveal his military armor. His image has commonly been set at altars for worship in temples and homes in China, as well as in nearly every Cantonese restaurant in San Francisco.