[4] He was a martial arts adviser of Fu Zhensong, notably once fighting him to a draw.

[5] Li's students eventually became personal bodyguards for Mao Zedong, Chiang Kai-shek, and Puyi.

[5] While not due to malicious intent, Li Shuwen killed many people during his life in either martial arts matches or self defense, causing victims' relatives to hold a grudge.

[citation needed] Li Shuwen is depicted as a Servant, a type of familiar, in the Fate franchise, beginning with Fate/Extra.

The franchise features several versions; he is depicted as a young or older man depending on the story, and due to Servants being subject to character classes, he is either a Lancer or Assassin.