Bertrand du Guesclin

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Bertrand du Guesclin (ベルトラン・デュ・ゲクラン) 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. He tended to use the scorched earth policy during his campaigns. When he was captured by John Chandos's army, the King of France paid a high ransom for his release.

Role in Game

Bladestorm: Nightmare has Bertrand stationed at Île-de-France alongside Jean. Misled into attacking the player, he realizes his mistake once the corrupt Joan of Arc's plot to sow discord is exposed. Joining the coalition against the monsters, he accompanies Magnus and Arthur de Richemont to Flanders in hopes of taming the dragons. In Champagne, Betrand and Jean risk their lives to evacuate one of the helpless villages. Should the player save them immediately, they will be unlocked as additional squad members.

Character Information

Personality

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. He faces much criticism from many noble lords, including the Duke of Berry. However, his ability to come up with great strategies has made him a respected tactician.

Quotes

  • "Come on! Come on!"
  • "I was hoping for a more entertaining encounter!"
  • "Thank you! I was in trouble there."
  • "He he... You fight with spirit, mercenary!"
  • "This battle will soon become interesting."
  • "What, you are defeated already?"
  • "I refuse to be bested!"
  • "I was hoping for something of a challenge!"
  • "He he... This bastion is mine."
  • "Advance! This is our chance to destroy them!"
  • "Ha! Drive them back! Back!"

  • "Imbeciles! You would dare leave your post?! You would dare leave me unguarded?!"
"Silence! Du Guesclin I seek not the empty plaudits of some haughty nobleman. See the venerable townsfolk... It is their voices I hear when I am victorious. It is for them I fight. Now, to the victory feast!"
~~Duke of Berry and Bertrand du Guesclin

Historical Information

Gallery

Bladestorm
The Hundred Years' WarNightmare
English Officers
BranwynEdward the Black PrinceHalHenry PercyIamarlJohn ChandosJohn FastolfJohn TalbotKing of EnglandPhilippaRichard Beauchamp
French Officers
Arthur de RichemontBertrand du GuesclinChristine de PizanGilles de RaisJean de MetzJoan of ArcKing of FranceLa HireMariePhilippe le BonYou Ji
Independent Mercenaries
DianeJohn HawkwoodKarenMarc and GeorgesMagnusNaranProtagonistShaktiWilliamYoshimasa
Game Elements
Unit TypesUnit Types (Nightmare)InventoryBattlesMissionsDiabolusGladius Dux