Bladestorm: The Hundred Year War/Nightmare-
The Kingdom of France:
[King Charles VII of France, Charles Le Victorieux or Charles le Bien Servi, The King of France
True Name: King Charles VII of France (primarily)
Born: Hôtel Saint-Pol, Paris, Crown Lands (1403)
Status: Royalty
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Charles VII is one of the reigning kings during latter half of the Hundred Years' War. During his early years, he was not a favored successor for his father and was even ridiculed as "The Small King of Bourges". He was able to salvage his reputation and gain prominence within the court by using Joan of Arc, La Hire and Gilles de Rais's victories within the war to his advantage. In-series, he is depicted as a highly intelligent, learned individual, and his manner gives the impression that he can read anyone's mind.]
[ Joan of Arc, or Jeanne d'Arc, The Maid of Orleans,
Based on: Saint Jeanne d'Arc
Born: Domrémy, Duchy of Bar (1412)
Status: Commoner
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Weapon: Spear and shortsword
Joan of Arc is a Catholic saint and considered a national French heroine. She is famed for leading French troops in victory against the English which contributed to ending the Hundred Years' War. In-series, Joan is portrayed as a modest young girl whose sole desire is to save her people and her fellow soldiers from suffering the plagues of war. She is gentle yet her very presence seems to inspire her comrades in battle. Despite her young age, gender, and social status, she has an uncommon strength rarely found in the French ranks of the time.]
[ Etienne de Vignolles, La Hire, or The Fury,
Based on: Étienne de Vignolles
Born: Préchacq-les-Bains, Duchy of Gascony (1390)
Status: Commoner (soldier)
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La Hire (literally "the anger") is one of the French generals who fought in the Hundred Years' War. He was a close comrade of Joan of Arc's and one of the few military leaders to believe in her. He was known for his ferocity and cruelty on the battlefield who ruthlessly pillaged from his defeated foes. In-series, La Hire is a man with a very strong sense of justice. He prefers to move on his gut instincts rather than analyze things, which earns him his men's respect.]
[ Gilles de Rais, The Original Bluebeard,
Based on: Gilles de Montmorency-Laval, Baron de Rais
Born: Château de Champtocé, Duchy of Anjou (1405)
Status: Nobility
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Weapon: Rapier and dagger
Gilles de Rais is a French nobleman. Although he fought for the French royalty throughout the latter renewal of the Hundred Years' War, he is best known for fighting beside Joan of Arc. He is also known for his reputation and later conviction as a confessed serial killer of children. In-series, he is depicted as cunning and calculating, and likes to use people as pawns.]
[Philip III the Good, Philippe le Bon
Based on: Philip III, Duke of Burgundy
Born: Château de Rouvres, Duchy of Burgundy (1396)
Status: Nobility
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Philippe "the Good" is best known for his luxurious reign and a love for the arts and education. Historically, he was involved in scandalous negotiations for the throne and had an early alliance with the English. In-series, Philippe is portrayed as a kind but insecure man who detests fighting his own people, including at Flanders.]
[ Arthur de Richemont, Le Justicer,
Based on: Arthur III, Duke of Brittany
Born: Château de Sucinio, Duchy of Brittany (1393)
Status: Nobility
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Weapon: Basket-hilt sword
Arthur is a French nobleman who fought for France's defense during the latter half of the Hundred Years' War. He fought against Henry V's troops several times and suffered many defeats, even being held in captivity within England for five years. In-series, he is able to assess major battles quickly, and is always calm and composed. He never flaunts his prestigious background and is greatly respected by his men.]
[ Bertrand du Guesclin, Black Bulldog of Broceliande,
Based on: Bertrand du Guesclin
Born: Château de la Motte-Broons, Duchy of Brittany (1320)
Status: Nobility
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Weapon: Two-handed axe
Bertrand is a French general who fought during the first half of the Hundred Years' War. He specialized in guerrilla tactics and effectively used his limited number of troops for surprise attack or night raids. In-series, Bertrand is known as a genius of the battlefield. Known for his foul-mouth and simple personality, he sometimes acts like a child when things fail to go his way.]
[ Christine de Pizan, Proto-Feminist,
Based on: Christine de Pizan
Born: Venice, Republic of Venice (1364)
Status: Nobility
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Christine de Pizan is an Italian-French writer in the court of King Charles VI. Considered a sort of "proto-feminist", de Pizan wrote such works as The Book of Deeds of Arms and of Chivalry and The Book of the City of Ladies. Her writings not only shaped the world of literature, but also helped improve the position of women in a male-dominated society. In-series, she acts as the French king's court magician, in a nod to the real-life Thomas de Pizan (her father), who was the King's court astrologer.]
[ Jean de Metz, Jean de Nouillonpont,
Based on: Jean de Metz
Born: Nouillonpont, Duchy of Lorraine
Status: Attendant
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Jean was an attendant to Bertrand du Guesclin. In-series, he is always there to aid Bertrand du Guesclin, and is dedicated but otherwise has little to say. There are times when he does state his opinions in order to calm his lord from anger or rouse him out of depression.]
Original Character;
[Marie, Assistant of Philippe le Bon
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Born: Kingdom of France
Status: Attendant
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Weapon: Short sword and buckler
Marie is an original character created for the game and Philippe le Bon's assistant who is in charge of maintaining order amongst his ranks. Marie is an austere woman, who maintains her stern personality no matter the circumstance. Despite her frigid disposition, her primary concern seems to be her lord's welfare.]
[You Ji, Assistant and Bodyguard of Arthur de Richemont
True Name: N/A
Born: Ming Empire
Status: Attendant
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Hailing from the Far East, You Ji is an original character created for the game and Arthur de Richemont's assistant and bodyguard. You Ji is usually a quiet individual but is sternly loyal to Arthur. He gladly risks his life to save de Richemont's honor and position within the ranks of the King.]
The Kingdom of England:
[King of England, Edward III or Edward of Windsor
True Name: King Edward III of England
Born: Windsor Castle, Berkshire (1312)
Status: Royalty
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The King of England, Edward III, is one of the reigning kings during the Hundred Years' War. Known to be an incredibly charismatic and popular with the nobility, he prospered with military success during his early reign. He founded the Order of the Garter, the highest order chivalry which is still used in England today. Edward the Black Prince is his eldest son. In-series, he is depicted as a militaristic and majestic ruler. Despite his harsh demeanor towards his son, he actually believes in the young man's capabilities as a commander and eventually comes to entrust him with the task of conquering France.
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[Edward the Black Prince, Edward of Woodstock, Prince of Wales, Duke of Cornwall, and Prince of Aquitaine
Based on: Edward of Woodstock, Prince of Wales and Aquitaine, Duke of Cornwall
Born: Woodstock Palace, Oxfordshire (1330)
Status: Royalty
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Edward the Black Prince, son of King Edward III, was heralded as a military genius. A popular ruler in his youth, he was known to be a pragmatic yet considerate gentleman. His title, "Black Prince", was not attributed to him during his lifetime and is thought to allude to either the black armour he wore, or a reference to his brutality against the French. In-series he is depicted as a highly accomplished strategist and leader in battle. Despite his royal lineage and high expectation of his officers, Edward is very amiable especially to those who show courage and chivalry.]
[Philippa, Philippa of Hainault, Mother of the Black Prince
Based on: Philippa of Hainault, Queen Consort of England
Born: Valenciennes, County of Hainault, Holy Roman Empire (1315)
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Philippa is the King of England's Queen Consort and Prince Edward's mother, though this fact is mostly omitted in the game. She was chosen for a political marriage between the English royal court and Flanders. In-series, she is depicted as an eloquent and beautiful woman, and her skills as a general are respected by all who serve her.]
[Sir John Chandos, Viscourt of Saint-Sauveur in Cotentin, Constable of Aquitaine, And Seneschal of Poitou
Based on: Sir John Chandos, Viscount of Saint-Sauveur in the Cotentin
Born: Radbourne Hall, Derbyshire (1320)
Status: Gentry
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John Chandos is one of England's most famous medieval knights. He was a close friend of the Prince Edward's and fought alongside him in many battles. In-series, John serves as Edward's adviser and is almost always seen in battle beside the prince.]
[ John Talbot, Old Talbot, The Earl of Shrewsbury,
Based on: Sir John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury
Born: Blackmere Castle, Shropshire (1387)
Status: Nobility
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John Talbot is one of the English generals who fought in the Hundred Years' War and the first Earl of Shrewsbury. He fought the French armies and was reputed for his tenacious leadership and bravery within the English front lines. In-series, he's a loyal soldier and always commits himself to carrying out his duties. He is diligent but may be considered stubborn. In defensive situations, no man compares to him.]
[John Fastolf
Based on: Sir John Fastolf
Born: Caistor Hall, Norfolk (1380)
Status: Gentry
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John Fastolf is an English knight who fought many battles during the Hundred Years' War. He was considered to be a military genius who favored conservative decisions. In-series, he is depicted a witty and detached, and is sometimes mistaken for being insincere. Clever and intuitive, he adapts very quickly to any situation on the battlefield.]
[Henry "Hotspur" Percy
Based on: Sir Henry "Hotspur" Percy
Born: Alnwick Castle, Northumberland (1364)
Status: Nobility
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Henry Percy is an English knight of the ancient Percy family, traditionally the noble guardians of England's border with Scotland, who primarily fought in the battles against the Scots. His services earned him a favorable reputation within the royal court. In-series, he is depicted as England's most aggressive combatant, constantly moving and fighting on the battlefield, and is feared by both friend and foe for his fierceness during combat.]
[Hal, or Henry V, or Henry of Monmouth, Lord of Ireland
Based on: Prince Henry of Monmouth, the future King Henry V of England
Born: Monmouth Castle, Principality of Wales (1386)
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The future Henry V, who goes by the nickname "Hal", is one of the kings who ruled during the latter half of the Hundred Years' War. He rose to political prominence during his childhood when his father usurped Richard II. He took part in the subjugation of Henry Percy's revolt and ordered several campaigns in France when he inherited the throne. In-series, he is depicted as foul-mouthed, and rough. He loves to quarrel and fight, and is a natural born fighter.]
[Richard Beauchamp, Richard de Beauchamp, 13th Earl of Warwick
Based on: Sir Richard de Beauchamp, 13th Earl of Warwick
Born: Salwarpe Court, Worcestershire (1382)
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Richard Beauchamp is an English nobleman and general who served three generations of English royalty. He subdued revolts for Henry IV, served in many campaigns under Henry V, and tutored Henry VI. In-series, he is gentle-hearted man who calmly obeys Hal's commands despite the latter's tendency to act recklessly.]
Original Character;
[Iamarl the Assassin
True Name: N/A
Born: The Maghreb
Status: Attendant
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Weapon: Kris and clawed-glove
Iamar is an original character created for the game. She is an assassin who was initially contracted to kill Prince Edward, however due to unknown circumstances, she failed. Instead of facing execution for her attempt, she is hired to become his bodyguard.]
[Branwyn the Archer
True Name: N/A
Born: Anglesey, Principality of Wales
Status: Commoner
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Branwyn is an original character created for the game. Despite initial complaints from his knights, Prince Edward allows her to fight to test her skills with her bow. Once the battle is won, an impressed Prince Edward apologizes to her for the behavior of his subordinates and accepts her among the ranks of his army.]
Mercenaries:
[Mercenary General the Hero/Heroine (Protagonist)]
[Sir John Hawkwood, or Haccoude, and Giovanni Acuto]
Origin Characters;
[Magnus the Rival]
The Brothers [Marc the Iron Wall], [Georges The Sudden Death];
[Karen the Cutthroat, Greedy Motherfigure];
[Diane the Long-Lost daughter of the Duke of Orleans];
[Naran the Smooth-Talking Mongolian];
[Yoshimasa the Ronin Samurai];
[Shakti the Misunderstood Witch Destroyer];
and [William the Young Cowardly Knight]
[Diabolus, the Dragon of Death and Despair and the Main Antagonist]