Bernhardt

= Introduction =

The Powerful Emperor of Rayguard.

"I have crushed every obstacle in my path, and you are no different."

= Name =


 * Japanese:ベルンハルト
 * English: Bernhardt

Name Etymology
Bernhardt is derives from the male personal name Bernhard, an ancient German name meaning Brave Bear, or Hardy Bear, from the Germanic elements "bern" meaning bear and "harder meaning brave, bold or hardy.

= Biography = Though originally a mercenary he rose in power and build the mighty Rayguard Empire. From his humble origins as a charismatic mercenary, Bernhardt rose to build the Rayguard Empire and attract many superbly skilled subordinates. Along the way he gained many powerful vassals. Shortly before the events of Langrisser II he comes in contact with Böser, who convinces him obtain Alhazard. With its power he hoped to unite El Sallia. It is in during his war of unification that he meets a youth, Elwin and the forces of light that would be his undoing.

=Mega Drive= Overwhelmed by the power of Langrisser and the Descendents of Light, Bernhardt fights a pitched battle in the deepest chamber of Castle Velzeria. During the battle he sustains heavy, fatal wounds. He uses the last of his power to send Alhazard out of control and takes his own life.

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