Bernard Fitzroy

Bernard Fitzroy is a Kemiya of the 39th Generation. He is one of the very few Blood Kemiya's in the world

Distinguishing Marks: General metal Kemiya alchemic symbols on palms, Left Ankle

Other Skills: Speaks fluent Spanish, French, Russian and Fluent in Mandarin. Near Superhuman Melee Combatant. Near Superhuman level gymnast, reflexes, stamina, speed, balance. Extensive knowledge of magic, alchemy, chemistry, History, Computer technology, firearms, Special Forces training, Miltary tactics, martial arts and survival

Race: Human/Blood Kemiya

Character Info: Bernard is different than most Kemiya's. He is what as known as a Blood Kemiya. He is powerful and strong but does not have the killer instinct most other Kemiya's do. He prefers to survive and does not hunt Kemiay's for sport. He travels like other Kemiya's but only as a means of leisure and to see if he can find his father. He has learnt to be very sneaky in avoiding other Kemiya's who cannot sense him. Bernard is quite an observant person, able to spot Kemiya's tattoos, noting how Kemiya's walk and move since he is unable to sense other Kemiya's. Bernard calls himself a survivor, having survived in harsh environments for most of his life. He is a good man and is never afraid to fight for what he believes in, never one to back down even against impossible odds. But he is a restless man and finds himself most at peace when in battle

Powers

Metal Manipulation: He can manipulate any metal into almost any shape or form he desires as long as it's not too big or small due to the alchemic symbol of metals on his left ankle This `Personal Piece` is considered unbreakable due to his power of control. He can maintain focus on a maximum of 2 different metal pieces by touch, or one metal piece though sight and make it near unbreakable by magical or physical means unless the touch or focus are broken, or if a force over 45 tons is applied. He can't make his metal into any object that requires non-metallic components, like a lighter.

Metal Transmutation: He can also transmute one metal into another, due to the transmutation circles on his palms and can maintain that form for any length of time and even reverse the process. All known man-made metals are at his command

Other Powers: Like all Kemiya's Bernard can use alchemy not only to create and manipulate metals but to break apart almost any solid material by severing the molecular bonds

Fighting Style: Bernard's style is focused on defence and counter-attacking. He holds his blades up around his upper body and prefers to block and jab at his opponents, making quick but deep cuts on his opponent's torso area. His style is quite akin to that of a boxer. He can move quite quick and always tries to remain on his toes. He doesn't often slash his blades but prefers to stab forwards like a punch. He will also use his legs as well to catch his opponents off guard

History

The Fatherless Child

Bernard was born in Boston of a single mother, Jenna Fitzroy. Bernard grew up for the first 7 years of his life only with his mother but he had a father figure named Robert from when he was 4 years old. Jenna and Robert eventually married when Bernard was 7 years old. Bernard wasn't a popular kid at school, taking an interest in computers and Science, the typical nerd. When Bernard turned 9 he began to ask questions about his real Father but his mother was always vague about it, never really answering the question, always changing the subject.

Finding of Power

Bernard was often bullied at school but he never let it get him down. When he was 12, it turned for the worse as he was confronted with three bullies who beat him down. One of his attackers grabbed a pipe and struck down at Bernard but Bernard raised his arm, stopping the pipe itself in mid-air. He took the pipe and fended off his attackers. Bernard took the metal pipe home seeking to find answers about what happened. He found that with enough concentration he could move the metal pipe, ever so slightly. Over the coming months, he practised on the same metal pipe, believing he had the power of magnetism. He branched out, controlling other metals, mainly steel and Iron. When he was home, surfing the channels when he came across a news report. He was about to change the channel when he heard the words of an eyewitness claiming they saw two men moving metals. Bernard watched and listened, seeing pictures of two Kemiya and the marks on their hands. Bernard began to research them

Finding of Destiny

Bernard spent a lot of his time in the library, looking up books, trying to find the symbol he was looking for. One day a Kemiya, Jamie Gardner came in, seeing Bernard. He sensed something different about the boy then noticed his interest in alchemy. The Kemiya followed Bernard home and witnesses his ability to control metal. Jamie found the boy again at the library and struck up a conversation with him, teaching him about the ways of alchemy, not letting on he already knew of Bernard's power. One night when Bernard was 13, Jamie entered the house and killed Bernard's parents. Bernard woke up to find his parents dead. Jamie found Bernard at the police station and offered Bernard a home since Bernard had no close relatives. Bernard told Jamie of his power and Jamie showed him and offered to teach Bernard how to control it and use it

Confession

Bernard trained with Jamie for 4 years but his progress was slow, something that confused even Jamie but he was still strong enough to give Jamie a good fight each time. Jamie and Bernard went into town to do some shopping when Jamie was shot during a robbery. Bernard held his master in his arms but Jamie confessed to killing his parents. He gave his personal piece to Bernard and asked him to end his life. Bernard refused, preferring to let his Master suffer for what he had done. He reported to Maurice who was surprised by what Bernard was, but welcomed him into the fold. Bernard was now a Kemiya

Service to Above

Bernard didn't jump head long into his new life at first. He remained around Boston and saved the life of a young girl trapped in an apartment block fire. He was forced to use his powers. Bernard didn't hang around to be thanked but the girls father managed to track him down. The girl admitted seeing his power and introduced herself as Paige Flannigan. Bernard was forced to admit his power. She was near instantly smitten with him. She wanted to see him again, but when she came to see him he had left the city. Bernard ventured out, taking 5 Kemiya's out within a year but he was pushed very hard every time he fought, finding it hard to keep up with his opponents and found it frustrating his power would not increase after each victory. Bernard knew he needed his own niche. Bernard enlisted in the army in 2002 at aged 18, enrolling first in West Point Military academy, passing all physical and mental tests with flying colours. He spent 4 years in Officers training while receiving standard Army training. Bernard graduated very high in his class as an O-2 before being deployed to Afganistan in 06 with the First Special Forces. Bernard stayed there for 5 years, gaining the rank of Captain before he finished his first tour, then asked for a discharge. He received an honourable discharge in 2011 then travelled to New York

Becoming the Killer

Bernard came to New York in 2012 to ask for Maurice to help. Maurice told Bernard that a man named Arthur Solberg was rumoured to have been in Boston just under a year before Bernard was born and told Bernard to try Mexico as his father's last known whereabouts. Bernard headed south, making contact with the criminal element in the city. One particular meeting was raided by Delta Force Operatives. Bernard was taken and questioned. With knowledge of Bernard's abilities, the commanding officer, Martin Hammond offered Bernard a position in the Delta Force operation, promising Bernard support in his quest in exchange for his service. Bernard agreed. It didn't take long for Bernard to pass his assessments, passing with flying colours. Bernard liked the autonomy of his new position but became frustrated with the lack of assistance he was promised. During an operation in Syria in late 2012, 3 men in Bernard's team were killed. The mission was officially aborted, but Bernard was not going to let his comrades die for nothing and was forced to rely on his Kemiya skills. The mission was successful in capturing a high-value target. Bernard returned to the U.S and was lambasted for disobeying direct orders. Bernard was also angry at the call for aborting the mission and the indifference shown to the loss of his comrades. Bernard was dishonourably discharged. Bernard immediately headed back to Boston

Home is where the Heart is

Bernard returned to his old neighbourhood in late 2012, getting a house in the city. He tried to settle into a life of normality but he ended up bumping into Paige. Paige was overjoyed to see him again, but Bernard was reluctant to see her at first but began to open up to her. The began a relationship soon after. Bernard decided to give up his Kemiya life and got a job in a personal protection service and Paige became pregnant. Bernard proposed to marry her to which she accepted. Paige gave birth to twins, Raymond and Jenna. Things looked to be going well for Bernard, until Maurice called and sent him to Europe for a protection job. Paige argued he wasn't Maurice's puppet anymore, but Bernard knew the consequences if he did not obey. Bernard did as told and returned home safely, but more and more calls started to come, making Paige worried. Worst still, Bernard began to struggle with PTSD. Paige urged him to seek help, but Bernard denied needing any and buried him problems with alcohol. The final straw came when Paige saw Bernard with one of his weapons, in the same room with their son Raymond. Paige demanded Bernard leave. Bernard realised what he had almost done, and didn't argue, leaving his wife and children quietly

One of a Kind

Bernard headed to New York in early 2014 to tell Maurice all that had happened, then headed to Europe Bernard did odd jobs for Maurice in Europe, wearing off his rust quickly. Bernard became more of a force to be reckoned with, able to catch his opponents off guard with physical attacks and wear them down quicker, while incorporating his martial arts into his melee fighting style. Bernard moved around Europe a lot, taking in languages and customs. Despite the difficulty in sensing his presence, Kemiya's always seemed to find Bernard and challenged him. Bernard was constantly challenged even with his unique style but always emerged victorious, coming to 9 kills in mid 2014. Bernard was called back to New York, to act as right hand to Regent of the Alchemic Throne, Musica. Bernard served well as Musica's right hand but heard of Oliver's assault on Kenzie Jacobs. Bernard tracked Oliver down and beat him down hard. Musica was dethroned by Oliver shortly after. When Maurice returned, Bernard was exiled to Europe for his assault on Oliver and for failing to advise Musica for 6 months.

Passing the time

Bernard then headed to Istanbul in mid-2017. He got drunk one night and started a fight in a local bar that got him arrested and thrown into prison. It wasn't long before Bella Midnight came along and bailed him out. Bernard thanked Bella for helping him. He questioned her if she'd sensed Arthur Solberg in the city but told him she hadn't, but that Cameron Maurey had been in the city for a while. Bernard found and questioned Cameron, who unsurprisingly wasn't cooperative at first, but pointed Bernard west. Bernard then made the mistake of calling Cameron short and was then attacked by him until Bella reminded them who was strongest of the three. Cameron vowed revenge on Bernard. Bernard and Bella headed west as Cameron suggested with the two of them growing close until they experienced a passionate night in Venice. Bernard finally found Arthur in Milan. Arthur was glad to see he had a son but reminded Bernard of who they were. Bernard didn't care but Arthur reminded him of the weakness of attachments and that he was glad he was ok but travelling together was not a good idea. Bernard agreed too part but Arthur assured Bernard he would always be his father. Bella also left Bernard and headed north, while Arthur headed West and Bernard headed East

Living in War

Bernard began to feel familiar feelings of restlessness. In 2018 he founded a new Private Military company based in Tel Aviv. He recruited many former soldiers from all over the world and even some Kemiya's. He managed to secure a contract to head into the Syrian Civil war and even he too took part in some of the battles against ISIS until Maurice Soult ordered him to withdraw due to pressure from Russia in 2019. Bernard expanded his operations to VIP protection and escorts with Maurice Soults assistance, providing clients for his business