"By the direct order from the lord, I'm here to rectifying the armys."
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Hong Meiling in Hanfu uniform of army officials of Han empire , carrying the Jie staff.

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When someone carry this "jie"（sceptre/staff of authority）, you know they are acting will of emperor.
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Tier 1, 使持节: Commissioner with the Jie, able to governing all kind of military affairs.
Tier 2, 持节:Inspector with the Jie, authorized to execute martial law in wartime and commanding or inspecting a frontline's army.
Tier 3, 假节:The Jie been temporary given to a officer for his mission