Saber Geffroi de Charny

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Class: Saber
Alternative Class: Lancer, Rider, Berserker
True Identity: Geffroi de Charny
Titles/Nickname: The Perfect Knight
Origin: France
Alignment: Lawful Good

Strength: B
Endurance: B
Agility: B
Mana: D
Luck: E
Noble Phantasm: B

Class Skills
Magic Resistance - A
Cancel spells of A-Rank or below, no matter what High-Thaumaturgy it is. In practice, the Servant is untouchable to modern magi, so it would not be an exaggeration to title the Servant a 'Magus Killer'. Although born in the Age of Man, Saber’s utter dedication to both King and the Lord rendered him impervious to hostile magecraft. However, even faith alone cannot divert spells of such magnitude.
Perhaps, there are other factors at play...?

Riding - C
At this rank, most vehicles and animals can be handled with above-average skill. However, Phantasmal or Monstrous Beasts cannot be ridden. Although knights are proficient in mounted warfare, Saber is mostly shown carrying the royal standard for the King of France. As such, his maneuverability -- and ranking -- is lowered.

Personal Skill
At The Boundry - E
A Skill for those who walk within the Valley, are as one with Death, and are familiar with its ways. At such a low ranking, Saber still receives a minuscule chance to resist death’s instantaneous imposition, and as well as the effects of charm. In Saber’s lifetime, to live a life of knighthood is to be a witness to human mortality; a "Passion of Suffering and Danger," surpassing even those of God's priests. As everyone is more than likely to die at any moment, a knight must accept Death as would a friend.
For even in battle, one must never retreat more than four steps back.

“Our livelihoods are a path paved with myriad hardships. Nevertheless, we must march onward -- even if it is towards our own demise.”

Innovation: Chivalric Correction - A
A special Skill given to Heroes who brought innovation to their respective eras. A conceptual revolution which subjugates the old with the new. Based after Saber's written reform upon the behavior of knights, denouncing many of what he perceived to be disgraceful behavior. Targeting against those of the Knight Classes, Saber is capable of weakening his opponents with every "slight" they possess: be it adultery, irreverence, indulgence, or simple dishonor. Should a flaw be identified, they will suffer a demerit in their Skills should they fight Saber. However, this will not affect the other Classes unless the Servant in question is of knightly origins.

In Saber’s eyes, the ideal knight is one who achieves worth through valorous deeds and self-discipline. No longer is knighthood about romance or excess, but only ironclad faith and martial glory. In a fashion, Saber's value of chivalry was the main base from which future knightly orders based themselves off of -- including the Order of Saint Michael and the Order of the Dragon.

“A knight’s worth is defined by perfect prowess. A single deviation is unacceptable.”

Knightly Paragon - A
The ideal image of what all knights strive for, one that of courtesy, honor, and charity. A balance of principle and order, this Skill denotes one who truly upheld the chivalric code. As worthy of a knightly figure, Skills like Guardian Knight and Knight Tactics are available at B-rank. However, this Skill shares effects similar to Curses of the Readers, where the audiences’ expectations has warped the user’s personality to be aligned with that of a “Perfect Knight.”

In a time where war was rampant and honor was battered upon, Saber clung onto those fading ideals. Aside from his prowess and kindness, Saber was also known as a man of principle; even when imprisoned by the British, he was allowed to leave just so he would pay for his own ransom. To this day, he is referred to be a “Valiant and Perfect Knight” for his complete adherence to the chivalric code and loyalty to both his King and God. However, this comes at a cost of his "Self," as he had removed all desires -- of taste, of touch and so on. What is left is a will: to uphold ancient honor.

"Many strived for the path of true knighthood. Very few reached this apex -- Percival, Galahad, Godfrey de Bouillon, to name a few."

Noble Phantasm
Suaire de Turin: 'Shroud Recovered from the Ages' - B
Anti-Unit(Self) Noble Phantasm
"O Holy Mirror of Christ, lend me your blessings, even for just a moment...! Suaire de Turin!"

The holy relic from the Crucifixion of Christ, the burial linens which was wrapped around the Messiah's corpse. As it was an item that had eluded many for centuries, the shroud has been infused with great amounts of mystery. The strongest of all Holy Shrouds, it has become something of a minor Divine Construct. Tales of miracles about the relic were plenty, ranging from healing the wounded and sick -- some even claim it can revive the dead. Being a member of its long line of protectors until 1356, it was natural that Saber would have it.

Upon donning Suaire de Turin, the relic bestows superb defensive blessings upon its wearer. First is the effects that keeps the body at its "Purest," which the Noble Phantasm records a memory of its wearer at their most unscathed; so whenever they are harmed, Suaire de Turin activates and would gradually repair its wielder to that moment in time. As this works passively, it can be compared to the Dead Apostles' Curse of Restoration. The secondary effect is the denial of malice; as all curses, sorceries and other trickeries are weakened before the cloth's radiance. Functionally, this grants a rank-up to the user's Magic Resistance but are rendered moot regarding physical attacks.

On another note, it was after Saber's death did the Holy Church finally retrieve the shroud from the family.

Oriflamme: 'Radiant Oath: Seraphic Designation MICHAEL' - EX
Anti-Unit(Self) Noble Phantasm
“This isn't over... From my own ashes, I shall be reborn anew."

The royal banner of the Sun, one that all but assures the enemies’ annihilation. Said to be from the times of Charlemagne, this standard now serves as the battle flag of royalty. It was said to rally the army into a state of righteous fury, overwhelming the enemy until nothing remains. That said, its bearer was said to be a constant target for the enemy army due to immense morale it provides. And as one of the few who was given this honor as its bearer and survived multiple battles with it, Saber naturally possess this standard. Originally a banner under any other classes, this Noble Phantasm manifests as a blessing -- a blessing from the Heavens above.

As this banner depicts the Sun, it symbolizes the absolute power of the Monarchy, which none would stand in their way. But in Christian lore, the Sun is also the dominion of Michael, the Head of the Angelic Hosts. As an Archangel who smites evil and preserve balance in the world, Michael was also the patron of Chivalry and warriors. As a rare individual to have reached the pinnacle of chivalry, it is only natural for Saber to become an applicable vessel for the patron of Chivalry itself.

Just as Saber's Spiritual Core reach critical conditions, Oriflamme will activate in the form of Suaire de Turin dissolving into golden light. Said light envelops Saber's body, before wings burst out from his back. As the light disperses, out emerge the Saber in a whole new form; one that is not the knight, but the Archangel of Fire and Chivalry himself -- Michael. From this Noble Phantasm, Saber's entire being has changed; parameters, Skills, even his personality. In a fashion, it is akin to receiving a new Servant entirely.

But great power begets great danger. Aside from the appearance, all opponents within vicinity will be compelled to target Saber. Based upon his final stand in the Battle of Poitiers, in which Saber fiercely defended the King along with the royal standard with resolve. However, those of strong will (or Magic Resistance of B and above) can resist this compulsion.

Curiously, the existence of this Noble Phantasm cannot be perceived by anyone -- be it Masters or Rulers. Perhaps due to the secretive nature of Saber's other side, just so their Master won't abuse the ability right away.
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Class: Saber
Alternative Class: ???
True Identity: Micheal
Titles/Nickname: The First Archangel,
Origin: Christianity
Alignment: Lawful Good

Strength: A+
Endurance: B
Agility: A
Mana: A
Luck: B
Noble Phantasm: B

Class Skills
Magic Resistance - A
Cancel spells of A-Rank or below, no matter what High-Thaumaturgy it is. In practice, the Servant is untouchable to modern magi, so it would not be an exaggeration to title the Servant a 'Magus Killer.' Known as the one who felled Lucifer in both sorcery and might, Saber has a natural resistance to all but the strongest of spells. Due to the circumstances of Saber's summoning, the ranking of the Skill is restricted to A-rank.

Riding - N/A
Saber has no need for mounts, for God has provided him and other angels with majestic wings. Capable to covering leagues for short amounts of time, those limbs work just as well as any other vehicles. However, as he is unable to use them during Spirit Form he is severely limited outside of combat.

"...Sorry Master. To the subway station, then."

Personal Skills
Angelic Divine Core - B
A Skill that expresses one being a perfected angel from birth. A composite Skill that comprises the Skill Divinity, preserves the absoluteness of the mind and the body, repels all mental interference, prevents the body from growth and prevents the figure from change no matter how much calories are absorbed. As angels are simply the vehicles for a higher being’s power, the rank of this Skill is half that of the divine presence in question it draws power from. Unlike the Skill’s Goddess counterpart, rank can be influenced by an angel’s nature, such as being a Fallen or Guardian Angel.

Normally, Saber would've possessed this Skill at A-rank; for he is the First of the Archangels, God's Vengeance, Defender of Israel and so on. He was also responsible for defeating Lucifer, whom was considered second to God himself. But due to the state he is summoned in, it only manifests at a lower rank.

Likeness to God - B
The origin of Saber's "Authority," the permission to command over the Heavenly Host. Derived from his hebrew name מִיכָאֵל, "Who is Like God?" Aside from being a rhetorical question, this is also interpreted as Saber being the "Face" of the Lord -- one who issues His commands.

Manifesting as a supernatural charm, Saber is able to induce entire hosts into a perpetual state of fearless confidence. Invoking this Skill along with the Gematria equations in his wings, he can "broadcast" his voice to his allies. At this rank, Saber's inspiring words allows his allies to perform 40% better than they usually do. When used upon Servants of the faith, the effects are strengthened even further. Taking command of the Heavenly armies, Saber crushed Lucifer and his followers. It was even said that his name alone was used as the angels' war cries.

Mana Burst (Storm) - A
The capability to store magical energy that imparts a magical effect similar to wind and electricity. At this rank, a barrage of wind and lightning can be conjured with a flap of Saber's wings. Should Saber feels appropriate, he is capable of infusing his weapon with said elemental effects.

A Skill that came from an Islamic anecdote, where God had granted Saber dominion over rain, snow, thunder, lightning, wind and clouds. Along with an entourage of angelic helpers, he has the knowledge whenever to send rain or snow without effort. Only when they are "truly needed," does the effects of this Skill display its full power. On another note, Saber's Islamic name, Mīkā'īl, can be interpreted as "Rain."

"Be swept apart by the divine maelstrom- Hm!? A-ah, Master, it seems you've caught me reciting. ...I-If you don't mind, I will take my leave now..."

Noble Phantasm
MICHEAL: 'May the Light Cleanse Through All Corruption' - A++
Anti-Fortress Noble Phantasm
Saber's sword of fire, one that was by his side from the beginning. A Divine Construct from a distant past, this weapon was considered to have cast Lucifer out from Heaven and used to ward Adam and Eve away from the Perfect Paradise. The flames glow in a reddish-orange hue, similar to that of dawn; for it is his duty to ensure mankind lives to see another day. In spite of its existence, it never possessed a real name of its own, Thus possessing his own name.

Once its "True Name" is uttered, MICHEAL will disperse into particles of light. Soon, the light envelops Saber turning him into a miniature sun. With the Noble Phantasm's concept of "weapon" imbued within Saber, he is now capable of causing great damage via collision. Anything in contact of Saber will be cut, along with a severe burn. As this light smites all evils, it deals additional damage to enemies of demonic origins or Evil alignment. Combined with his flight ability, Saber is essentially a soaring kill zone. A special move Saber can execute is to channel his power into a sword-shaped bolt, with its impact capable of razing everything in its path, akin to when Saber smithed Lucifer from the Heavens into the Earth.
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The Flower of Chivalry, whose heart remained pure and just. In a time where the knightly virtues have lost nearly all meaning, Geffroi de Charny stood strong and honored the code to his last breath. Even the knight’s dedication surpassed his life, as his written works gave those after him the path to become a true knight.

Although the sole son of Jean de Charny, Geffroi was trained to become a knight in service to both God and France. In time, the young man grew to despise the current state of chivalry. The needless pomp, the borderline lack of adherence to the code -- all this left Geffroi disillusioned to the idea of knighthood. Instead of giving up, however, the young man chose to define his own mean of chivalry. Following his own ethos, Geffroi undertook a journey to steel his body and mind. When he returned, the newly appointed knight outshone others not in prestige but in power.

Soon the Hundred Years War erupts across the lands, and Britain’s superior military tore through the fair fields of France. Soldiers march towards death, Peasants slaughtered, and villages razed to the ground. And like many lords and nobles, Geffroi took up arms to defend his land. Unable to overlook the injustice done to the innocent, the knight eagerly pledged fealty to John II. With lords and peasants alike, Geffroi aided the King's army to drive out the British army.

Throughout the bloodshed, Geffroi was met with both victory and defeat. From the Battle of Crécy to Lusignan, he charged along with soldiers and knights alike into the war zone. Sometimes he prevailed, others he was captured; but nonetheless, Geffroi continued his quest to end the war. Although witnessing the war at its most lowest, the knight pressed on: for the people cry out for a just soul, hoping to save them.

To Geffroi, it mattered not if the King was weak. It mattered not if they were to fight an unyielding tide. To serve King and Country is the greatest honor of them all, and as a knight, he carried this duty with reverence. With the royal banner in hand, he will bolster his fellow countrymen to victory.

His dedication led to the decisive battle of Poitiers, where the French faced unfavorable odds once more. Despite opting for a much less bloody alternative, his words were cast aside by both King and Enemy alike; for the former's honor lay on the line, and the latter simply had no reason to. Nevertheless, Geoffroi rallied the troops, the Sunlight Banner high in the sky. Whether it be arrows, spears or the Black Prince himself, the knight never retreated. Even when riddled with arrows and lacking an arm, Geffroi only stopped when the enemy inflicted a fatal blow.
A hero of chivalry to the end, Geffroi was indeed the Truest Knight of France.

But as he laid on the bloodied grass, he heard a voice. With authority, it spoke:

"You performed admirably. Even in a time where He is ignored, you still fought for the welfare of others."

The knight caught an outstretched hand.

"Come, upholder of honor; let us go together."

For the first time in a long while, the skies were clear and bright.

Somewhere, up in the Heavens, a figure oversaw the world. It wasn't the first time it witnessed great destruction, and it won't be the last.

Sometime in a period before humanity's rise, a system required "envoys" to carry out its Authority. From mere messengers to overseers, they serve as His eyes and actions. To enforce a system of divine operators, a concept of "Authority" must be created. A being whose purpose is to lead, to be an ideal example for all.

And so, it was born. The vessel of Authority, made to oversee other vessels. The Face of His authority, the one who will enforce His will.

With that, he did; he watched as the Perfect Paradise was created, along with the First of Man. He was unflinching when he cast down many of his former compatriots, condemning them to the land below. Later, he guided prophets and saints, granting them visions of the future as well as defending them from evil. Even serving as the angel of destruction, he smites legions of demons, preventing them from trespassing upon the world. In due time, this vessel was revered as a divine protector and warrior of the Heavens.

To humans, he was not a mere vehicle of His Authority, but a guardian spirit -- ​Mīkāl, or Michael.

Forseeing the eventual end to Human History, Michael attempted to seek out a worthy body to face the adversity. However, many proved to be unsatisfactory; one mired in an affair, another already taken by the Grail, and several committed great dishonor in war. But it was on a bloody battlefield did he spy a single figure: insignificant when compared to those before him, but the prowess and virtue within his heart shown above the rest. But now, he laid on the field, awaiting death. This time, Michael cannot save this soul -- for the Age of Gods is long past.

But he can give the soul something else. A blessing, so that the knight may call upon him during trying times.

And so, it was then fellow chevaliers met face to face.

Geffroi's mind has been mostly warped by the Skill Knightly Paragon, so most of his original personality is lost. An "Ideal Knight" in a certain definition, Geffroi is practically unflinching. Terse, pious and loyal, Geoffroi is a soldier to rely on, but serves as a terrible conversationalist. Seeing his Master as another Lord to serve, the knight would dedicate himself to accompanying them around; whether in physical or spirit form, Geoffroi will never leave his Master's side. But in battle, he would throw himself into a duel, regardless of the enemy's strength. Pray the opponents won't rely on underhanded means to fight.

Once Geffroi has become MICHAEL, his entire disposition has lightened to some degrees. Because of Michael is the patron of Chivalry itself, Saber has lost Knightly Paragon. As such, most of Geffroi's personality has been returned... sort of. Because MICHAEL borrowed a portion of Michael's Spiritual Core, some of the Archangel's personality had also melded with the Saber.

Instead of an autonomic disposition, MICHAEL carries a degree of emotion behind them. Although somewhat authoritative, the Saber is equally supportive of his allies. Even when admonishing someone else, MICHAEL would drive them into improvement. In a manner, it's no stretch to say that MICHAEL is a manifestation of the "Ideal Authrority." However, the Saber's display of so-called perfection are usually offset by the occasional blunders and somewhat embarrassing moments; ranging from unable to keep a secret to privately practicing his speech, he would always lower his head in shame. What a dork.

If there was a single flaw in Saber as a whole, it would be his Black-White morality. Believing their fight is just, both forms view all their enemy as an absolute obstacle -- one that must be eliminated. And once they accept the fight, Saber expects a fight to end in death; no matter what, only one shall leave alive. Even Saber's faith and chivalric code can pose a problem, as he is instantly hostile against the Evil opponents and may even prioritize their destruction.

After all: Honor is All, Chivalry is All.