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Rolf
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Rolf (pronounced /ɹɒlf/[key][4]; Japanese: ヨファ Lofa) is an Archer in Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance and Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn, being the younger brother of Oscar and Boyd. He is good friends with Mist, who is about the same age, and also is one of the few people Shinon gets along with. He first is playable in Chapter 9, Gallia, in Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, along with Mist. He comes equipped with Rolf's Bow in both Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance and Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn.
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
Role
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Starting stats and growth rates
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Promotion stat gains
Class | HP | Str | Mag | Skill | Spd | Lck | Def | Res | Con | Mov | Weapon level |
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Sniper | +3 | +3 | +2 | +2 | +2 | +0 | +2 | +2 | +1 | +1 | (x to C) |
Analysis
This character analysis section may not be accurate to every player's experience. |
Rolf is the second archer to join the party, and joins at level 1. His base stats are incredibly low, he is bow-locked, he has no skills, and he has no mount, so his rate of experience gain is very low since it is difficult for him to get kills and can only get kills on player phase. His durability is also not great, though this matters less due to his use of bows. To his credit, he has his own Rolf's Bow, which is about the power of a Steel Bow with very good accuracy and high usage, alleviating his earlygame. To raise him, he requires a substantial amount of BEXP, which Mist and Marcia (who join in the same chapter) make much better use of.
Rolf's growths are mostly balanced. His only good growths are skill and speed, everything else is about average. Because of his average strength growth and terrible base, he will often struggle to gain strength and deal any significant damage without forges, making it even harder to train him. In the long run, he may turn into a respectable sniper better than Shinon, but he cannot compensate for an inability to fight during enemy phase nor his bad mobility; his main niche as a bow-user is having extra crit, which does not exist for snipers in the Japanese version of the game. He can also participate in the triangle attack with promoted Boyd and Oscar using bows, but this is merely a novelty at best since it requires training all three units, giving Oscar bows instead of axes, and an awkwardly specific setup. He gains a minor crit boost when standing adjacent to Oscar/Boyd/Shinon, which helps his offense.
Rolf has no skills at base. He benefits from Adept since it helps compensate for his mediocre long-term power, and he has a good skill base for a level 1 unit and a good growth in it, so he can activate it frequently; however, other units make better use of Adept because Rolf lacks any sort of enemy phase. He can learn Deadeye from an Occult but this is not recommended since his accuracy is already good and putting enemies to sleep is rarely useful.
Rolf has a wind affinity which gives both avoid and accuracy; neither are particularly useful for him, as he wants strength the most. Rhys gives Rolf a slight attack boost, and is another unit who wants to stay with Rolf in the backlines, but Rhys himself does not benefit much from Rolf's support. Marcia benefits from Rolf's boosts and gives Rolf an attack boost of her own, but she is a flier so it is difficult to keep them together, and she has better options in Kieran and Tanith. Mist has a water support which buffs attack, but she also has better support options and gains a mount after promotion. Shinon and Tauroneo give defense and avoid buffs and are the best partners for Rolf simply because of their bad mobility and lack of other good options.
Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn
Role
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Starting stats and growth rates
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- Note: The above stats are Rolf's default stats. If a Radiant Dawn game was started via a data transfer from Path of Radiance, any stat Rolf capped in Path of Radiance will result in a boost to his base in the stat in question in Radiant Dawn.
Promotion stat gains
Class | HP | Str | Mag | Skill | Spd | Lck | Def | Res | Con | Mov | Skills | Weapon level |
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Marksman | +4 | +2 | +4 | +2 | +2 | +0 | +2 | +4 | +0 | +0 | Critical +15* Deadeye |
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Analysis
This character analysis section may not be accurate to every player's experience. |
Rolf is one of two snipers in Ike's group in part 3. He starts at level 1 and has lower base stats than Shinon, so he will struggle to double attack immediately and do much damage. He has his own bow which is a respectable accurate bow with high usage, but it is no longer his personal weapon and can be given to Shinon. He can still contribute to the first few chapters of Part 3 thanks to ballista and favorable 2-range situations. However, he will struggle to keep up without significant investment and BEXP, and is generally outclassed by Shinon. He starts with a B rank in bows, so he cannot use Silver Bows nor the Silencer without another weapon level. Rolf benefits significantly from Path of Radiance transfers, especially with a speed transfer, one of his best PoR growths.
Rolf is bowlocked so his only forms of 1-range combat are crossbows (which lack in power outside of effective damage) and the double bow (only endgame), so he is primarily limited to attacking on player phase. Thus, while Rolf can contribute early on and has room to grow with his excellent strength, when later part 3 and part 4 are more rout-heavy, Rolf becomes very limited. He also is not mounted so his mobility is lacking. He gains a powerful niche of extra range when promoted to a Marksman, having 3-range on most bows in the game; however, he starts at level 1 so he cannot promote very quickly. Rolf's strength growth is one of the best in the game, so if trained, he can reliably always do damage. However, while his speed base and growth are not bad, they are not high enough, even for his low level, and he may often struggle to double for much of Part 3 until promotion.
Rolf's primary problem is his sheer inferiority to Shinon, who starts out with an insane 24 speed (+5 in comparison to Rolf's 19) and 12 levels on him. Shinon's growths are also good enough to ensure he will have very high stats come endgame, so there is really nothing Rolf can do that Shinon cannot. Since he does not possess a personal bow like Leonardo does, there is no reason to pick him over Shinon for the Tower of Guidance unless Shinon has been killed in battle.
Rolf has a wind affinity which gives accuracy and avoid, neither particularly useful for Rolf. Boyd has a fire affinity and appreciates the extra accuracy, and then gives Rolf extra attack. Mia likewise appreciates the extra avoid and has the same fire affinity.
Fire Emblem Heroes
Role
Rolf was first added to the game in a special Halloween variation as part of the Harvest Party update, and was made available to players in the twentieth edition of the Tempest Trials+, "A Child's Wish", which initially ran from October 14, 2019 through October 24, 2019. The aforementioned Halloween variation of Rolf is the only one currently available in Heroes, based on his Path of Radiance incarnation.
Rolf: Tricky Archer
Starting stats
★★★★ ★★★★★
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Initial Stats Level 40 Stats
Note: This unit requires the usage of Trait Fruit to access any flaws and assets. |
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Skill set
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Skill | Rarity | SP cost | |
Iron Bow | Innate | ||
Steel Bow | Innate | ||
Candlewax Bow | Innate | ||
Candlewax Bow+ | ★★★★★ | 300 SP | |
Shove | Innate | ||
B | Desperation 1 | ★★★★ | 50 SP |
B | Desperation 2 | ★★★★ | 100 SP |
B | Desperation 3 | ★★★★★ | 200 SP |
C | Odd Spd Wave 1 | ★★★★ | 60 SP |
C | Odd Spd Wave 2 | ★★★★ | 120 SP |
C | Odd Spd Wave 3 | ★★★★ | 240 SP |
Personality and character
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Supports
Path of Radiance
- Main article:
Rolf/Supports (Path of Radiance)
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Radiant Dawn
Bond supports
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Endings
Radiant Dawn
Rolf, Faithful Student
Rolf remained with the mercenaries. He was always in demand as a tutor of unrivaled marksmanship.
Quotes
Battle quotes
“ | Wow... That was nerve-wracking. Well, I'm off! | ” | — Rolf's escape quote in Path of Radiance. |
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“ | Muarim: What? You're so young... Rolf: I-I'm not scared of you! It doesn't matter if you're a laguz; an enemy is an enemy! Muarim: Please! Stop! Why are young cubs like you on the battlefield? Why? |
” | — Rolf, when fighting Muarim in Chapter 15 of Path of Radiance. |
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“ | Rolf: Shinon... Shinon: Wipe that pathetic look off your face. Come on, ready your bow. On the battlefield, emotion ain't worth spit. I taught you that, didn't I? Rolf: Uh...huh... Uncle Shinon... |
” | — Rolf, when fighting Shinon in Chapter 18 of Path of Radiance. |
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“ | Phew... My heart's racing! I'll head out first! | ” | — Rolf's escape quote in Radiant Dawn. |
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“ | Tauroneo: Rolf? Is that you? How you've grown. Kids always grow up so fast. Rolf: General Tauroneo... You're still fighting in the Daein army? Let's not do this. No matter how strong you are, Daein can't win this war, and I don't wanna hurt you. Tauroneo: You're right, Rolf. Daein can't win. In most ways, we've already lost everything. But I must fight on. Rolf, you stand on the battlefield as a man now. I won't hold back. You shouldn't either. Show me what you've learned in the last three years. Rolf: OK, General, if you really wanna. But, just to tell you... Uncle Shinon's been teaching me, so this might sting... |
” | — Rolf, when fighting Tauroneo in Part 3 Endgame of Radiant Dawn. |
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Death quote
“ | I... wonder what will happen to me... I'm so scared... Boyd... Broth– | ” | — Rolf, in Path of Radiance. |
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“ | ...So this is what fate...had in store for me... I'm so cold... I still had...a lot...to learn. Oscar... B-Boyd... Shinon... | ” | — Rolf, in Radiant Dawn. |
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“ | I... I guess it's over... | ” | — Rolf's retreat quote in Part 3 Chapter 13 of Radiant Dawn. |
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Heroes quotes
- Main article:
Rolf/Quotes (Heroes)
Other appearances
Fire Emblem Cipher
Rolf is currently featured on four cards in Fire Emblem Cipher.
Fire Emblem Cipher data for Rolf | |||||
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Youngest Mercenary Brother, Rolf | |||||
"Killer technique!? That sounds cool, doesn't it!" | |||||
Attack: 50 | Support: 20 | Range: 2 | Deploy Cost: 3 | ||
Class: Sniper | Tier: Advanced | Class Change Cost: 2 | |||
Triangle Attack: [Trigger] [Tap allies "Oscar" and "Boyd"] When this unit attacks, if you pay the cost, until the end of the battle, this unit gains +30 attack, and this unit's attack cannot be evaded. Wingslayer: [Always] While this unit is attacking a , this unit gains +30 attack. | |||||
Card #B03-016HN, B03-016ST • Artist: Mayo | |||||
Vendure Brother, Rolf | |||||
"Don't call me small. I'm, a full-fledged mercenary right?" | |||||
Attack: 30 | Support: 20 | Range: 1 | Deploy Cost: 2 | ||
Class: Archer | Tier: Base | Class Change Cost: -- | |||
Rolf's Bow: [Activate] [Once per turn] [] Until the end of this turn, this unit gains +10 attack. Wingslayer: [Always] While this unit is attacking a , this unit gains +30 attack. Attack Emblem: [Support] Until the end of this battle, your attacking unit gains +20 attack. | |||||
Card #B03-017N, B03-017ST • Artist: Maki Hakoda | |||||
Student Sniper, Rolf | |||||
"Now! Triangle attack!!!" | |||||
Attack: 60 | Support: 20 | Range: 2 | Deploy Cost: 4 | ||
Class: Sniper | Tier: Advanced | Class Change Cost: 3 | |||
Handed-Down Marksmanship: [Activate] [] Until the end of the turn, this unit's attacks cannot be evaded except by the Main Character. Three-Bow Triangle Attack: [Always] During your turn, if you have allied "Oscar" and "Boyd", this unit gains +20 attack. Wingslayer: [Always] While this unit is attacking a , this unit gains +30 attack. | |||||
Card #B14-087HN • Artist: Mayo | |||||
Aiming to Join the Battle, Rolf | |||||
"When did I learn to use a bow? Um... I guess I just... sorta... picked it up naturally?" | |||||
Attack: 30 | Support: 20 | Range: 2 | Deploy Cost: 1 | ||
Class: Archer | Tier: Base | Class Change Cost: -- | |||
Secret Bow Training: [Always] During your turn, this unit gains +20 attack. ( comes into effect if a total of 2 or more cards are stacked with this unit.) Wingslayer: [Always] While this unit is attacking a , this unit gains +30 attack. Bullseye Emblem: [Support] Until the end of this combat, non-lord defending units cannot evade. | |||||
Card #B14-088N • Artist: Simadoriru | |||||
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, see their TCG wiki article on Rolf . |
Flavor text
Trivia
- According to Tellius Recollection, Rolf was designed with an apparent age of 12 in Path of Radiance[1] and 15 in Radiant Dawn.[2]
Etymology and other languages
Names, etymology, and in other regions | ||
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Language | Name | Definition, etymology, and notes |
English |
Rolf |
From the Germanic name Hrolf (or its Old Norse cognate Hrólfr), a contracted form of Hrodulf.[5] |
Spanish |
Rolf |
As above. |
French |
Rolf |
As above. |
German |
Rolf |
As above. |
Italian |
Rolf |
As above. |
Portuguese (Brazil) |
Rolf |
As above. |
Traditional Chinese |
優法 |
Lofa |
Gallery
Official artwork
Artwork of Rolf from Path of Radiance.
Artwork of Rolf from Radiant Dawn.
Artwork of Rolf: Tricky Archer from Heroes.
Artwork of Rolf: Tricky Archer from Heroes.
Artwork of Rolf: Tricky Archer from Heroes.
Artwork of Rolf: Tricky Archer from Heroes.
Portrait of Rolf from Path of Radiance.
Portrait of Rolf from Radiant Dawn.
Portrait of Rolf from Radiant Dawn.
Screenshots
Path of Radiance
Rolf activating Deadeye in Path of Radiance.
Rolf activating Deadeye in Path of Radiance.
Rolf using a Ballista in Path of Radiance.
Rolf wielding a Bright Bow in Path of Radiance.
Rolf wielding a Bright Bow in Path of Radiance.
Rolf wielding the Double Bow in Path of Radiance.
Rolf wielding a Killer Bow in Path of Radiance.
Rolf wielding a Longbow in Path of Radiance.
Rolf wielding Rolf's Bow in Path of Radiance.
Rolf wielding a Steel Bow in Path of Radiance.
Radiant Dawn
Rolf as a Marksman in Radiant Dawn.
Rolf using an Iron Ballista in Radiant Dawn.
Rolf wielding the Double Bow in Radiant Dawn.
Rolf wielding Rolf's Bow in Radiant Dawn.
Rolf wielding the Silencer in Radiant Dawn.
Rolf wielding a Longbow in Radiant Dawn.
Other appearances
Artwork of Boyd, Rolf, and Oscar from Fire Emblem Cipher.
Artwork of Boyd, Rolf, and Oscar from Fire Emblem Cipher.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 FE PoR: Rolf Character Profile (P. 53) Translation | kantopia, www.kantopia.wordpress.com, Retrieved: 31 March 2018
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 FE RD: Rolf Character Profile (P. 96) Translation | kantopia, www.kantopia.wordpress.com, Retrieved: 31 March 2018
- ↑ Rolf Voice - Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn (Video Game) | Behind The Voice Actors, www.behindthevoiceactors.com, Retrieved: 8 October 2019
- ↑ Radiant Dawn cutscene
- ↑ Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Rolf, www.behindthename.com, Retrieved: 9 September 2018
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