Knight Sabre

REAL NAME:

Archetype: The Tech-Duelist / The Aristocratic Operative

## THE CHARACTER OVERVIEW

A British blue-blood with a penchant for high-stakes adrenaline, Edward de Gendre joined the Youngblood program to bring a level of refined lethality to the “Away Team.” As Knight Sabre, he is the team’s premier sword-master and energy-manipulator. He isn’t just a fighter; he’s a stylist. He approaches combat with a theatrical flair and a tactical mind, often serving as the “Precision Strike” specialist when a blunt instrument like Brahma isn’t enough.

## COLLECTOR’S CARD: “POWER STATS”

NAME: KNIGHT SABRE

LEVEL: MASTER SWORDSMAN / ENERGY SPECIALIST

POWERS: Kinetic energy absorption and redirection; superhuman agility; enhanced sensory perception through his tech-integrated visor.

GEAR: A signature “Sabre” made of high-density polymers that can channel his kinetic energy into a devastating plasma blade.

THE HOOK: Knight Sabre is the “James Bond” of the Youngblood universe. He’s suave, sophisticated, and can dismantle an entire squad of cyborgs before they can even draw their weapons.

## INVESTOR PITCH: THE “INTERNATIONAL FLAIR” STRATEGY

1. The “Global Appeal” Asset:

Knight Sabre provides a crucial foothold in the European and UK markets. His British origins and “International Man of Mystery” vibe make him a natural lead for stories set in London, Paris, or Berlin. For a global franchise, he is the key to diversifying the “American-centric” superhero narrative.

2. High-Octane Visuals for Gaming & VFX:

In the “Hero-Shooter” and “Character-Action” gaming space, Knight Sabre is a goldmine. His ability to move at high speeds while leaving “kinetic trails” provides incredible visual feedback for players. His “Plasma-Blade” mechanics offer a distinct gameplay style compared to the “heavy-hitters” or “ranged-archers” on the team.

3. The “Legacy of the Blade” Merchandising:

Swords remain the most popular “Hero Weapon” in merchandising (think Star Wars or Demon Slayer). Knight Sabre’s energy-sword is a prime candidate for high-end prop replicas, glowing toy variants, and stylized apparel featuring his “cross-sabre” emblem.

## SYNOPSIS FOR THE DIRECT MARKET (REBOOT POTENTIAL)

“Edward de Gendre was born into wealth, but he lives for the edge of a blade. As Knight Sabre, he is the most dangerous man in any room, but his past as a freelance operative in Europe is catching up with him. When an old rival from the ‘Knightstrike’ days resurfaces with a weapon that can drain Knight Sabre’s kinetic reserves, Eddie must lead the Away Team into the heart of London to stop a coup that could dismantle the Youngblood program. He’s polished, he’s lethal, and he’s about to show the world that the sword is still mightier than the gun.”

## THE “KAYFABE” ANALYSIS: THE KINETIC FLOW

From a Cartoonist Kayfabe perspective, Knight Sabre is a masterpiece of 90s “Action-Line” design. Liefeld and the Extreme artists used Knight Sabre to experiment with “motion blur” and high-contrast energy effects. His costume—often featuring sleek, dark blues and blacks with high-contrast white accents—is designed to look best while in motion. He is the character that allows an artist to “break the frame” with sweeping blade arcs and dynamic, acrobatic poses.

## LICENSING CATEGORIES

Action Figures: A “Poseability Specialist.” Figures would feature high-articulation joints and translucent “energy-effect” attachments for his sword.
Gaming: The “Speed/Combo” class. Perfect for third-person action titles or “Slasher” games.
Apparel: “Technical Streetwear” (Tech-wear) featuring his geometric visor design and “Kinetic-Blue” color palette.

## YOUNGBLOOD “AWAY TEAM” SNAPSHOT

Character	Specialty	Market Value
Sentinel	Leadership / Power	Iconic / Traditional
Knight Sabre	Fencing / Tech	European / Stylish
Cougar	Stealth / Feral	Primal / Youth
Psi-Fire	Mental / Chaos	Psychic / VFX