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| - Name: Voldo Age: 43 Born: Aug.25 Height: 183 cm (5'11") Weight: 79 kg (173 lb) Blood Type: A Family: All deceased Weapon: Katar Style: Own Style After the Discovery of the new world, Europ entered a new era of trade, art and wars driven by colonization and conquest. The time was right for merchants to make a fortune. One such Italian merchant dealt with the invincible Spanish Armada and grew rich from supplying weapons. He became known as "The Merchant of Death." "You will bring me the legendary swords, 'SoulEdge!'" This merchant, named Vercci, heard the whispered rumors of "an object that would satisfy every earthly desire." He started a scheme to find the mystical weapons. Vercci's younger brothers opposed his plan. Strange how they were soon recruited into the army and out of his way. He promoted his right-hand man, Voldo, to lead the search instead. Vercci used every means necessary to track down "SoulEdge." Mercenary armies searched the land for him, and when that didn't work, cut-throats and pirates scoured the seven seas; but to no avail... Growing furious with his aides, Vercci decided to lead the search himself and took his fleet to sea. He took his fleet around the Cape of Good Hope and headed east. Along the way, he acquiredrare exotic arms and riches at Easter ports. Then, he received the news. "No! This cannot be!" In his homeland, war had broken out between the two great powers. "The Italian Wars." The flames of war had finally reached the politically unstable Italy. Ironically, the target of these invaders was the "Merchant of Death" himself. To return would be suicide. Vercci's home had been seized and destroyed. All his wealth was gone. All he had left was his fleet and their treasures. His anger turned into real madness. "I will not lose my treasure! They'll never find it!" Vercci and his fleet sailed to an uninhabited island. His crew dug a massive pit. A vault, guarded with deadly traps, housed Vercci's remaining treasure and weapons. Voldo then executed the crew, lest they give away the vault's location. For his loyalty, he was sealed alive inside the vault. By the time the vault was finished and sealed, the "Italian Wars" had ceased. But Vercci never made it back to Italy alive. Voldo went blind and insane from his years in the pit. His only reason for being was to guard Vercci's secret treasury. Only Voldo's talent for murder remained keen after all those lonely years... The Secret Treasury This secret money pit is where the millionaire Vercci stores his fortune. Lying at the bottom of a 50 meter pit on a desert island surrounded by deadly rip-tides, this treasure island is indeed impregnable. The ghostly voice of the long-dead Vercci rung in Voldo's ears. "Voldo, protect my treasure!" Sophitia Alexandra Age: 18 Born: Mar.12 Weapon: Omega Sword Style: Athena Emotional Goddess Sophitia received the divine relevation from the God of Forge, Hephaestus. She received her sword and shield from the God himself. Beat her! Voldo enjoyed slaying the intruder Sohpitia. The voice of his master spoke again. "Well done, Voldo. Feel free to use another weapon from my treasury." Voldo selected the razor-sharp "Full Moon." Recollection Another foolhardy adventurer made his way into the Money Pit. Voldo kneeld at Vercci's throne and uttered a promise. "Master, I will slay him." Hwang Sung Kyung Age: 25 Born: Aug.8 Weapon: Blue Storm Style: Seung's long blade The Hero in a warlike Age An excellent student in Seung's school, he has been commissioned by the coastal defense force to find the "Patriot Sword - SoulEdge." His travels have ended up here. Strike him while in the air to win! The pieces of Hwang had not cooled when the voice returned to Voldo's mind. "S..Soul..Edge" Even to his addled mind, these words have great meaning. Finally, Voldo recalls Vercci's vain search for the powerful weapon. "Bring me SoulEdge!" "Master, I will not fail you. I will find your 'SoulEdge.'" Recalling Vercci's information on the legendary weapons, he leaves the pit for the first time in decades in search of the swords. Capturing Ostrhinesburg Castle The castle of the Knight Stefan is being hard pressed as he vainly defends against a siege by Marquis Andre and his powerful cannons. The castle is siad to contain weapons from all over the world. Voldo carved his way through the enemy's troops as he headed for the front gate. The castle shuddered from impacting fireballs. A young swordsman with a huge sword blocked Voldo's way to the tower. "Monster! You may not take a step further!" Voldo snarled and muttered. "...Kill..." Siegfried Schtauffen Age: 16 Born: Feb.6 WeaponL Faust Style: Own Style Innocent Darkside Seeking revenge for his father's death, he searches for "SoulEdge." He presently is the captain of the Stefan's mercenaries. The castle will fall soon. Beat him within the time limit. After a vicious battle, Voldo slew Seigfried. Stefan's armory did not hold "SoulEdge." Voldo took the "Iron Claw" instead. "Cervantes de Leon" The Spanish port was once flourishing but now lies quiet. Voldo remembered meeting with Cervantes, a pirate hired by Vercci to find "SoulEdge." Maybe he had the swords. On the foul ship, Voldo found a man with a pair of curious swords and a wicked grin. The swords glowed intensely. "Ah, yes. Vercci. I have his swords. Too bad he is dead. Now join him!" "SoulEdge!" Voldo growled and sprung like a panther to the attack! Cervantes de Leon Age: 48(immortal) Born: Jan.1 Weapon: SoulEdge Style: poosessed The Immortal Pirate Once he was the most feared pirate on the seven seas. Upon taking up Vercci's search for "SoulEdge," he was never heard of again! The enemy takes pride in his invincible strength. Survive his attack to win! Voldo fought Cervantes to a stalemate. "If I can't kiil you," the pirate said;"I will banish you to the ends of the earth!" With a roar and a flash of light Voldo suddenly disappeared! The Unknown Land In a savannah in North America lies a gigantic crater. Mysterious megaliths cover the area. The locals fear this holy area. Nobody ever comes here normally. Voldo awoke to find himself in this strange place. Where was Cervantes? Voldo wandered around and eventually met a small boy. The boy led him back to his home and to a big man. "Bangoo! Stay away from him!" The man shouted and lunged at Voldo. Rock Age: 35 Born: Dec.14 Weapon: Stone Club Style: Own Style Reckless Commando He was orphaned as a child and grew up in the wilds of North America. Voldo's strange appearance with his adopted son Bangoo filled him with fear. He lunged instinctively. He has amazing stamina. Beat him with a ring-out. Rock plummeted off the edge of the megalith. "B..Bangoo..." Rock groaned and passed out. "Rock!" The boy ignored Voldo as he ran to Rock's side. Voldo left this strange land and headed east... The Pirate Fortress Noto castle is the headquarters of Noto-Murakami and the Setonai pirates. (also known as the Mouri sea force) The fortress occupies the entire islan. Naval ports act as a sea barrier as well as keeping the pirate ships well supplied. It is said that rare arms are collected and stored here. Voldo arrive by trading ship and sneaked into the castle under the cover of night. As he left the armory, he was discovered by the guard. "Wait!" A samurai leapt out to block him. "What kind of monster are you? I will find out with my sword!" Heishiro Mitsurugi Age: 22 Born: Jun.8 Weapon: Iron Slasher Style: Mitsurugi The Lone Swordsman He is a samurai who won fame as a master swordsman. He was planning on travelling overseas in search of "SoulEdge" and was working as a guard to pay for his passage. Beat him within the time limit! Mitsurugi suffered a defeat at the hands of Voldo. Voldo took the "Guillotine" from the armory and left. The Canyon The gorge, "San Kyo" is located in the middle reaches of the Yangtze, one of the greatest rivers in China. Voldo traveled down the Yangtze on a raft. A man's voice echoed down. "Surrender your raft and weapons!" The man leapt down to the raft, he brandished a strange weapon. Voldo almost avoided the man's attack, but its blade nicked his skin. A numbness started to spread over his body. The man's weapon must be poisoned! Li Long Age: 24 Born: Oct,23 Weapon: Snake Wind Style: Matchless Dragon Rage of the Executor Li is an assassin from the Ming Dynasty. He was on his way to Japan to kill Mitsurugi and avenge the death of his love, Chie. Beat him before the poison spreads! Voldo was weakened by Li Long's poison, but still over -came the assassin's attack. Defeated, Li Long gave Voldo the antidote and the weapon "Poison Arrow." Colosseum There is a secret arena where fierce warrios gather to battle for rare and valuable weapons. Voldo stumbled upon this hidden place in his travels. As Voldo entered the great colosseum, his blind eyes could not read the sign: ----------------------------- EVENT OF THE DAY SURVIVAL MATCH WINNER WILL BE AWARDED A WEAPON! ----------------------------- Beat all enemies! Voldo was victorious over all four combatants. The prize was the "Buffalo Horn." The desert There is a desert in central Asia. It is the hardest stretch fro travelers to cross. Voldo stopped to rest at the ruine of an ancient castle. He was suddenly attacked from behind! "I was here first! The sword is mine!" Voldo reeled from the powerful blow as he turned to face a masked woman. Taki Age: 22 Born: ? Weapon: Kunai Style: Dream-slashed sword The Underground Hunter She is a ninja who kills demons for a living. She believes her own magic sword "Rekkimaru" is being affected by the evil sword "SoulEdge." Her search brought her to these ruins. Defeat the enemy in this desperate situation ! Against incredible odds, Voldo still managed to defeat Taki. The ruins didn't hold "SoulEdge." but Voldo found the weapon "Pata." Voldo headed for Spain where Cervantes awaits. Decisive Battle Voldo, once again arrived at Cervantes' Spanish port town. Nothing but silence greets his return. Cervantes de Leon Age: 48(immortal) Born: Jan.1 Weapon: SoulEdge Style: Possessed The Immortal Pirate "Look who is bacl. Vercci's lap dog. Your devotion to the Death Merchant will only bring you death!" Defeat him! "I was looking for these. Only these were my regret." Voldo found the swords at last and kneeld down slowly. He did not remember how to express joy, but he was sure his master would. Holding "SoulEdge" in his hands, he pressed the swords to his cheek lovingly. When Voldo returned to his "home," he set "SoulEdge" into the place of honor. His master's weapon collection was completed at last. Voldo felt a great sense of relief Deep underground, there is a throne made of glittering gold and countless gems. On this throne, sits Voldo, obedient to the new command of his long-dead master. "Guard SoulEdge until the end of time!" Voldo still sits...
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