Yang Zhi in the Water Margins was a fictional character whose character could not be compared with a real historical character. However, judging from the plot and character creation of the novel Water Margins, Yang Zhi might have the following two characteristics: 1. Loyalty and firmness: Yang Zhi was a general of Liangshanpo. He firmly followed Song Jiang and other righteous people of Liangshanpo to resist the imperial court. Even in the face of powerful enemies and difficulties, he never abandoned them. 2. Brave and fearless: Yang Zhi is very brave and fearless when facing the enemy, sometimes even risking his life to fight. He was not afraid of danger, nor was he afraid of sacrifice. He was brave enough to uphold justice.