Assassin (Fate/Crossover - Dampierre)

**Assassin** (アサシン, *Asashin*) is the servant of ??? in the ??? Holy Grail War.

*"Le Bello's weapon is his silver tongue!"* — Dampierre

## Profile

### Identity

Assassin's true identity is **Dampierre**, or **Lord Geo Dampierre**, a flawless con artist, was known by many names. "Alchemist of the Ages", "The World's Greatest Assassin", "Artistic Genius", "Invincible Duelist", "Jewel Mender", "Merchant from the East", "Miraculous Psychic", there was not a character that Dampierre could not perform. As time drew on however, people began to recognize him as a thief, and the life of luxury which the spoils of his cons once provided came to an end. To stay alive, Dampierre began taking dirty jobs, like robbery and kidnapping, effectively sullying the elegance that he mastered in order to enchant the salons.

Not willing to accept the shadow that had come over him, Dampierre decided to wash his hands of his dirty occupation, and use all of his skill and experience in the fight against Ostrheinsburg. "This isn't right! I should live a noble life!" he resolved, believing that even a knowledge of thievery would be an asset if used for right.

During the events of Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny, Dampierre stole several national treasures from Wolfkrone during his escape 17 years ago.

One morning, his loyal lieutenant Gisele had news: Graf Dumas, ruler of the Kingdom of Hungary, was preparing for war. Dampierre was excited; he saw conflict as an opportunity, an investment - a few early favors could easily net a fortune once the dust settled. He would arrange to meet the king, bearing gifts of his finest cannons and a regiment of elephant cavalry.
And so it was that Dampierre set off for Hungary, his mind, as ever, on the riches to come...

### Personality

"The Magnificent", as he called himself, enjoyed success in a variety of ventures centered around the city of Venice, all due to his shrewd business dealings and silver tongue - or so people believed.

In truth, Dampierre was a con man and a scoundrel who would lie, cheat, and steal as it suited him. Trading slaves, looting troubled countries of their national treasures - nothing was beneath him.

### Relationships

#### **Hilde**

Dampierre was enamored with Hilde, though he stole national treasures from her homeland.

#### **Pyrrha Alexandra**

It was Dampierre who was the one who tricked and sold Pyrrha into slavery, after "smooth-talking" her.

#### **Cervantes de León**

Dampierre was able to maintain a business relationship with Cervantes, buying looted goods.

## Abilities

When it comes to Dampierre's fighting style, he is well known for pretending to get hurt and performing surprise attacks with hidden daggers. He lures opponents from long range with his special moves Fake Pain & Poker Bluff to attack, but can also frustrate a few opponents with his bizzare and comical stance. Dampierre's fighting style and tactics is meant to survive. Due to the nature of his weapons, he has the shortest range from all of the other servants.

### Noble Phantasm

#### **Dampierre's World; "Silver Tongue of Le Bello"**

Dampierre's Noble Phantasm begins with him pleading the opponent to listen to his tale. He begins to relay a cock-and-bull story of his ill daughter for whom he can not cover the cost of medical treatment; his diatribe is then fast-forwarded comically while illustrated in thought bubbles. After finishing his tale, the now sobbing opponent piteously drops a coin in Dampierre's hand, "donating" to his cause. Then Dampierre turns his back and laughs ("Le Bello's weapon is his silver tongue!").

#### **Cockaigne, the Land of Plenty; "Tricks and Lies of Le Bello"**

Dampierre looks as if he is panicking when in reality he is initiating a Guard Impact. If the Guard Impact property is successful, Dampierre jumps and slides between the opponent's legs and faces their back while on the ground (he will chuckle if the opponent is a female). He then strikes them against their back. After that, he snaps his fingers and exclaims "Genius!"

## References

https://soulcalibur.fandom.com/wiki/Dampierre