REX-ARCHIBALD

**REX-ARCHIBALD** is the new second-in-command of the Legionnaires, having earned his place after proving his worth, with Spartacus Brightspear voluntarily allowing him to become his replacement after a hard-fought decision by himself. This gives the NEW/G an advantage, as Archibald is a huge man with incredible physical strength and a sword, which is now Nextech enhanced.

He notably improved the Legionnaires' skills in combat after Madeleine Clemirosa's departure from their group, allowing them to become more battle ready than ever.

## Biography

### Background

A proud and noble knight, Archibald fights at the head of the Dauntless Vanguard. He is popular among his fellows, and respected well enough by his enemies—not least as a scion of the prestigious Maximus family, entrusted with defending Valenthia and its ideals. Clad in magic-resistant armour and bearing a mighty broadsword, Archibald stands ready to confront mages and sorcerers on the field of battle, in a veritable whirlwind of righteous steel.

When PROJECT waged war on the planet, including Valenthia, Archibald suffered. He saw his own brothers and sisters killed in combat, while the others were captured and turned into machines. He was unable to save his sister after being shot in the chest by a corporate trooper; he later saw Tianna's corpse and attempted to take it, only to be knocked down by the enemy and the corpse taken away by an unfamiliar cyborg woman. He survived the never-ending war and was saved by Scylla through undisclosed means, and was fortunate to see that her little sister was buried somewhere. He sought a proper funeral for her after the war ended.

Guilty by the fact that he hasn't made the megacorporation pay for what they've done, he seeks to join the NEW/G to find out what truly happened, and it also allows him the opportunity to train recruits should he be accepted. He knows Fiona Vance can still recognise him even if he conceals his identity.

### New Generation of Heroes

Like Brienne, Archibald is able to obtain a heavy suit of armour from Nexima Robotics Corporation. This is because he has heard that the megacorporation's terror and rule are over, and the planet is celebrating their bright, vivid future. Still, the reason for his request was because he knows that evil will always reappear in different forms to disrupt the good and innocent people who live on the planet. However, the apparent ancient technology from Valenthia prevents him from exploring the globe as he seeks to join the NEW/G.

That does not mean he is unable to use classic modes of transportation. As a result, he come to think of various ways to travel into the Panamoan Republic, as he knew the Legionnaires has a headquarters on that country, and he intends to join with full commitment. However, constant warfare on the new era has prevented all of this, forcing him to sit back and wait.

### Unshakeable Revelation

#### Teaming Up

Absent from two major events, Archibald was sidelined after his country was attacked, even teaming up with Brienne CRIMSONITE to deal with the foreign savages that attempt to destroy their country through the invasion. It is clear that he despises S.O.L.A.C.E, insulting their yellow colour scheme and machines. Moreover, he was able to travel to the Panamoan Republic to fulfil his goal, only to find that the Legion's headquarters are now destroyed at the hands of the renegades.

Without further ado, he travels to Avarshi, avoiding renegades in the process and pays his respect to the late Ashe. He invites Brienne CRIMSONITE, which she agreed to do so. However, he suggests to open up a bit more, allowing the two of them to bond and remove their armours. Brienne admits that she was a veteran warrior that fought during the *PROJECT-G/NEX War*. Archibald is dumbfounded, stating that she is a legend. Though Brienne does not want to join the NEW/G and stay independent, he respected her decision.

Archibald announces that he'll join the NEW/G if they managed to find them, admitting that their solitudes have dragged long enough. Brienne states that she'll do it for the last time, for her love. They both fist bumped and clashed their swords in respect as they now venture to face the dangers of the Northern lands, expecting to free the legionnaires and the prodigy.

#### Redemption of Heroes

As REX-ARCHIBALD and Brienne CRIMSONITE march upon Vuraki, they were surprised to see the excessive amount of renegades stationed in the area. However, even though they know they're not even a threat due to their armours, they still proceeded with caution, stealth and scouting the place. They were able to sneak past the patrols for a while before using brute force to take out a handful of renegades before they progress to Na'Raka. Much to their expectations, the renegade base is hidden and they have to find a way to see it. Later, they managed to intercept a communications call that was established by Skullface.

However, upon finding the legionnaires united again, Archibald is at disbelief seeing Fiona again. Despite motivating Brienne to join him as he intends to be part of their ranks, the latter refused. Without any further doubts, he marches upon the legionnaires and shakes hands with Fiona, which the latter has quickly accepted him as they both teleport and disappear.

### New Heroes, Another Ultimatum

#### The Calm Before the Storm

REX-ARCHIBALD is now a Legionnaire, after successfully proving himself through a secret place in the planet. It is said to be that their temporary base is located at Area 91, an extraterrestrial research complex, only in the Panamoan Republic. Fiona Vance was surprised of his sudden appearance, to which he replied that the war from two years ago was responsible for plunging his life into darkness, and the G/NEX's efforts have brought him back to the light.

Knowing that they are low in numbers, he pushed to train everyone, even Fiona Vance, knowing that their final battle will only take place in Avarshi, which explained the reason for the new Warmother's refusal to join them. Archibald then realises that the war on the new era has an unusually fast pace, which he pertains that a war does not happen so fast with the amount of casualties in just two years. Fiona states that something in the new era must have caused it.

He then witnesses some young blonde guy running across outside their base. Perhaps he is the perpetrator.

#### Preluding the Finale

Archibald takes over second-in-command from Spartacus Brightspear through the latter's request, stating that he deserved. Archibald confirmed that he shall prove it first as they will now have to experience the fight of their lives, which will take place again, in the Northern lands, Avarshi. As they all used stealthier methods to enter the country, knowing that they should take both the Clemirosans, and the renegades lightly. In disbelief that the Corporate Renegades are still out there, Fiona states that they grew stronger despite the tribe's ransacking their ranks prior.

#### Salazar's True Power

As Gwyneth Forgesteel's team has been found by a renegade sniper, Nightfall starts the renegades' downfall with one bullet, shooting Sinister Teeth in the head, and followed up by Archibald's partner, Brienne, delivering JUDGEMENT to her enemies. As it happened, the Panamoan Army has entered the fray and starts hammering their troops. Later on, Archibald leads them to battle, charging into battle as they are given the chance to engage the enemies up close, he maximises the use of TACTICAL STRIKE to thin down their numbers strategically.

It didn't take long for the renegades to respond to their strength and numbers by Salazar Progektö's orders, unleashing a whole army from their secret base, consisting of clones, tanks, aircrafts, mechas and even a dropship, Fiona Vance then rallies them to avoid casulaties while fighting together. It is clear, that Archibald was honoured to fight in the future's most glorious battle yet. He managed to halt their delivery of vehicles by delivering JUDGEMENT to the base, destroying one hanger that traps everything beneath the base's giant complex, all before retreating.

Archibald later witnessed the capabilities of the new Warmother when she had won a duel against Reaper, and even though she lost to Mimeographer, Brienne notes that she is just as impressive as Ashe. He also wanted to participate in their fight against Salazar Progektö, but was turned down. He only helped when he saw the corpse of Gwyneth Forgesteel, impaled by her own sword. He pushed Salazar away to set him up for Fiona Vance to settle their rivalry once and for all.

#### Salazar's Clear End

Fiona Vance finally defeated Salazar for good by fatlly stabbing him thrice in the chest. As a result, they all agreed to leave him, knowing that he is defenceless to anything at this point, due to this, they confirmed him as "KIA" even though he actually survived. Archibald later meets up with Brienne before the Legionnaires decided to teleport. Brienne asked him that this is her last time of doing heroics as a warrior, which he ultimately respected.

Archibald wishes her good luck, and they shake hands in respect. They both patted each other's shoulders before they went their separate ways.

### Downtime: the Reality

Archibald spends his time in the base pondering all the things that he has gone through, from past, present and today, which is the future. Fiona Vance asked him if he is alright, to which he admits that he is only "not bad". He admits that he fell in love with a Nordic woman years ago, which was none other than Medarda, earning everyone's surprise. His words confirm that MEDARDA was brainwashed, and his inactivity throughout PROJECT-G/NEX War has turned her into the worst version of herself, further explaining that her thrill on killing is due to her not finding him during that era.

Not wanting to cause trouble, he spends his down time training and duelling with Fiona. He was disinterested on chasing Ezreal "Troublemaker" Francis, explaining that chasing and apprehending fugitives are not his strongest suit.

### True Ultimatum

Archibald knew the war is not over, contrary to Fiona Vance and the rest of the Legion, and they will have to face dire consequences anytime, anywhere. As a result, the best thing that he can think of is to prepare for an even larger battle. Clearly, he scratched below the surface of the truth, and he expects nothing but bloodshed.

Not to mention, REX-ARCHIBALD was upset CRIMSONITE was not present.

#### It All Comes Together

Unlike most of the Legionnaires, Archibald, Fiona Vance and Spartacus Brightspear knew the post-war state of the planet will not last long, hence they should prepare accordingly. He continued to drill the younger Legionnaires, knowing that there may be a further threat after the end of a battle. Fiona informs him that it is genuine, and she believes it is an ancient foe from a bygone past who has somehow resurrected himself, worrying that he is more strong than ever.

He notes that an Angel may destroy him for good, which was something they had in their religions on Valenthia. Fiona had an idea, and she knew the newcomer would be Evangeline, knowing the other is a sadistic, fallen angel. While the former is undeniably making an entrance soon.

#### Legion's Intervention

   He became tired of all the tactical matters, REX-ARCHIBALD decides to mobilise the NEW/G, under Fiona Vance's discretion, having confirmed a powerful threat present in the Northern lands. As they teleport into the country, they are shocked to see that they have been taken to the outskirts of Vuraki instead, lured into a death zone by LORD ANNIHILATOR himself. The latter also shined his eyes at them, warning them to die, as he now sends his holographic minions towards the Legion.

Both Fiona and Archibald stand in front defensively, pointing their swords at the enemy as they now intend to finish it, once and for all. He then places his sword on his shoulders as he felt something incredibly powerful.

## Personality

Archibald Maximus' personality is straightforward and very simple: his courage, patriotism, and righteousness have defined his overall character as an individual. Maximus has always had a noble and honest spirit, and he is intolerant of injustice and power abuse. He learned on his own that true strength is having the courage to fight against abuse, regardless of one's power, and having compassion for the innocent. He retained his original values and character despite being transformed into a huge and strong man into a perfect warrior as he grew up as an honourable knight.

In the ancient days, he was known to be "by-the-book" and strict. This pertains to his occupation as a high ranking knight in the Golden Vanguard. As a result, he was highly respected by his peers, and even his own formidable enemies, knowing that his discipline and code of honour has no bounds.

## Abilities

Archibald is a huge man with great physical strength, combined with a disciplined attitude and remarkable combat abilities. This later became far better when he got his suit of armour and was known as REX-ARCHIBALD. As the REX-ARCHIBALD, he is the juggernaut of the Legion, tanking the damage and dealing great damage to his enemies simultaneously, even with the lack of coherent strategies, as the armour's significant strength and durability allows him to use brute force indefinitely.

### Moveset

* **PERSEVERANCE**: His armour repairs itself after not being exposed to any forms of damage within five to seven seconds. In theory, he can easily reboot the armour if it drops to a very low integrity, and he takes the time to hide and let it repair itself.

* **TACTICAL STRIKE**: REX-ARCHIBALD gains a burst of Movement speed, breaking free of all slows or crow control affecting him. His next attack strikes a vital area of his foe, dealing far more damage and silencing them to the point of being defenceless when they managed to survive.

* **COURAGE**: REX-ARCHIBALD's armour expand his plating to absorb more damage.

* **JUDGEMENT**: His infamous move. To simply put, he rapidly spins his huge sword in a cyclone, decimating all that is caught in the whirlwind of steel.

* **JUSTICE**: Calls forth the might of Valenthia to execute an enemy, it summons a magically divine sword that blasts the enemy from above.

## Trivia

### General

* REX-ARCHIBALD knew of Meta Evangeline instantly, without the consent of his fellow Legionnaires.
* Archibald has maintained the same fighting pattern for millennia. It's amazing how a predictable fighter can be unstoppable in combat.
* Archibald despises mage and magic.
* Which is ironic as his ultimate move, the *JUSTICE*, which magically summons a divine beam that is casted when he stabs his sword to the ground, destroying his opponent with it.
* Beware of his voice. He literally never shuts up.
* Typical of Valenthian warriors, he is blindly loyal to their cause.
* His armour reflected the NEW/G's colour palette, white/steel, gold and blue.
* Archibald is a dimwit, but knowledgeable enough on tactics and strategies.