Deirdre Claymore was born into a family of nobility in the kingdom of Ardmore. Her parents were strong, just, and loving, and she quickly learned the value of courage and honor. When Deirdre was five, her parents were killed in a siege by an invading army. Her uncle, who was the king's right-hand man, took her in and raised her as his own. He taught her how to fight and use a sword, instilling in her the need to protect those who could not defend themselves. As Deirdre grew older, she became a skilled warrior and an expert at using a Claymore - a type of two-handed sword. She also developed a strong sense of justice and compassion for others. After her uncle died, Deirdre took up his mantle...