Kwan Wu
As a young man, Kwan Wu thought he wanted nothing more than mystical knowledge and power, and dedicated himself to attaining it at the fabled Shambala Temple. After much sacrifice, he pierced the Vale and began to unlock the secrets of the martial and mystic arts, but in the process learned nothing could replace the love of the woman he left behind in his selfish quest for power. Kwan left Shambala Vale to return to her, only to find she’d left World War II-ravaged China brokenheartedly for Emerald City. Following her to Jadetown, Kwan learned she’d taken ill and died not long after her arrival.
Tired of life but unwilling to hasten his own demise, Kwan set up an Esoteric Antiques shop to provide himself at least a modest living. As the lonely years wore on, the respect accorded him by the people of Jadetown grew, and sharing his sought-after wisdom and abilities with deserving people in need gave Kwan’s life much-needed purpose. While his weary spirit prevented him from becoming a crusading superhero, he nonetheless became a revered Jadetown legend, and is shown deference usually reserved for the likes of the Golden Mandarin himself.
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