From Boyle Bulletin #9:Was of “noble birth”, but disowned because he married a peasant. He was given a dowry and 7 years apprenticeship as a jeweler. Also said to “be just about the most homely person to walk the face of the earth and with a disposition to match.” Also said to be a highly energetic person with the stubborness to never give in to “fate”.

Barb has his first name as Edward.