a vaincre sans péril on triomphe sans gloire — to conquer without peril is to triumph without glory. the taste of defeat never coated her tongue; clorinde's peerless skills have made her the reign as the champion duelist in fontaine, the sharpest & righteous blade. despite the lofty title, not much is known about the duelist on news articles or documents. but many have said she was the successor to the marechaussee hunters of old as she trained in their marksmanship and bladework. marechaussee hunters lost to time. with that crown of thorns places on her head she plays a vital role in ensuring the fairness and impartiality of the court, alongside with wisdom of the old golden hunters though the evil that lurked in the shadows of the night had been purged across thousands of years. they say that a shadow that the light could not reach clouded human hearts. even now, the warning left by the golden hunter is etched into her memory: those of the night watch, holding aloft lit candles against the blackness, have even greater need to remain vigilant. be not corrupted by the cold dark.
upholding her honor, she carries herself with a calm and composed demeanor; rarely showing her emotions outwardly. even in the face of adversity or danger, she maintains a steady resolve, never letting her feelings cloud her judgment. clorinde adheres to a strict code of ethics and morality. her decisions are guided by principles of honor, integrity, and justice. the duelist doesn't compromise her values for personal gain and always strives to do what is right, even when it's difficult. many would say that clorinde is difficult to understand but underneath her stoic exterior, she has a deeply caring nature. she may not express her emotions openly, but she is always attentive to the needs of those around her. whether it's offering a word of encouragement or lending a helping hand, she's there for her friends and allies. while she values companionship, she's not one to openly share her thoughts and feelings. she keeps her personal life private and prefers to focus on the task at hand rather than engage in idle chatter or gossip.