John Hawkwood

John Hawkwood is a legendary mercenary who is later knighted as "Sir John Hawkwood". He is famous for serving various factions throughout Europe, although he primarily fought and gained fame in Italy.

Role in Game
John is a mercenary from England in Bladestorm: The Hundred Years' War. Due to his skill as a commander of his own squad he is a highly sought after mercenary. He is the perfect model that most mercenaries aspire to be like.

He doesn't appear until later in the game once the protagonist reaches a level five fame. John enters the tavern to formally challenge the player in a battle after hearing about his/her success as a mercenary. Once the player defeats him, he formally concedes that the player is a better mercenary. He proudly invites all the other mercenaries to follow the player's example.

Personality
John Hawkwood is a relatively stoic man and takes great care in the contracts he is given. Despite knowing how others view him as legendary, he has the ability to see potential and greatness in others and is always willing to take on a challenge to push his skills further.

Voice Actors

 * Mitsuaki Hoshino - Japanese voice