Name: Marquis Paul Hisson, AKA The Fabulous French Rapier, AKA The Prick of Peace
Age: 17
Appearance:

Bio:
As an orphan, Paul began his work in the forge on his hands and knees. He was merely three years old, and most of the metalworking he did was simply sharpening blades the master had made. He was the master smith's favorite apprentice, and as time went on he performed a great many special assignments at his master's request.

At age six, Paul was finally allowed to begin working steel under his master's close supervision. He mostly worked on shafts, leaving the rest to his master to finish, but on a few delightful occasions he was allowed to handle the tip himself. By age nine he could take on whole swords by himself - he'd mastered the process by age ten.

His life as an apprentice ended one day when a barren marquis caught sight of him working the forge and found himself charmed. The marquis and master spoke a while, and a deal was struck: since Paul was outgrowing his master's care, the marquis had little trouble adopting the boy and paying to end his apprenticeship.

In his new home, Paul continued his craft. However, his newly elevated status likewise erected a taller pillar for his works to be displayed upon. The nobility's taste favored simple, yet intricate, swordcraft, which was a big change for the ex-commoner's designs. He took the challenge head-on, refusing to back down, and in merely two years' time he'd struck a unique balance between elegance and utility. It was this, mixed with the fact that it was impossible to get him to keep a shirt on, that led to him being known as The Fabulous French Rapier.

It wasn't until Paul turned 15 that Seishun Academy accepted him into the student body. During his tenure at the academy, Paul gained a reputation as "The Prick of Peace", though the exact details of the nickname have faded into obscurity. Paul's eccentricities have made him popular with both the boys and the girls at the academy, and he can often be found walking around the campus with at least three students at his side.

Despite the many distractions at the academy, Paul strives to perfect his craft. He dreams of a white rain falling upon a perfect blade hewn by his own hands, and often wakes in the middle of the night in a hot sweat, afraid his dream will never come to fruition. Only time will tell if he shall reach fulfillment here at Seishun Academy.
Specialty:
Paul can sharpen blades like no other, providing a keen edge that lasts much longer than it should. Also, as his title would suggest, he focuses on making rapiers, sabers, and other thin blades.