He is a descendant of Guan Gong Yu, a general in ancient china who revolutionized war. Guan Yu, was infamous for his steed, the red hare. He was part of the Shu revolution in which he died protecting his country.
Mitchell often calls himself The Emperor because he can trace his lineage to the golden era of ancient China. His other famous ancestors include Wa Tae Quon who was a famous entrepreneur before World War II.