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“ | Sigh.. I've trained hard to get as strong as I am, but everyone still just teases me. | ” | — Arden |
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Arden (Japanese: アーダン Arden) was a knight in the service of Grannvale's House Chalphy. When the Grannvale army went to war with Isaach, Arden was one of its few knights left behind, remaining in Chalphy with Sigurd.
Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
Role
Arden was present in Chalphy when they received word of the Verdane attack on Jungby Castle. At Alec's suggestion, Arden was tasked with remaining at Chalphy to guard the castle in this initial skirmish. Arden subsequently accompanied Sigurd's army on the campaigns in Verdane and Agustria, in exile in Silesse, and presumably in being executed by the mages of Velthomer in the Battle of Belhalla.
Starting stats and growth rates
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Promotion stat gains
Class | HP | Str | Mag | Skill | Spd | Lck | Def | Res | Mov | Weapon level |
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General | +0 | +1 | +0 | +1 | +2 | +0 | +2 | +3 | +0 | A A B B |
Analysis
This character analysis section may not be accurate to every player's experience. |
Arden is one of the game's weaker units. While his combat isn't terrible, the primary issue is he has rather low movement in the game with the largest maps in the franchise. In multiple cases, slowing down for him to catch up is not a reasonable option due to the numerous times that villages are under attack. Arden was very likely designed to not go out into combat, but rather stay behind and defend castles, but it is very rare that your castles are ever invaded, so even that isn't much of a real use for him.
That all being said, there's one very good reason to send Arden out of the castle: he is the only way to get the Follow-Up Ring, so be sure to have him on the move in Chapter 2. Arden can also find some use in Chapter 3, as he can use the chokepoints to fend off the pirates. If one absolutely insists on using Arden as a primary unit, then it's almost essential to deck him out with items, particularly his Follow-Up Ring and the Leg Ring. The Brave Sword is also a useful item as with the Follow-Up Ring, he can easily quadruple attack enemies. All of these items are much more useful on other units though, so this is only for those who really like Arden. If one wishes to pair up Arden for whatever reason (likely out of pity) then he makes a decent husband for Briggid or Silvia, as their children appreciate the Vantage he grants, though it'll be tricky to keep Arden with Silvia without impeding her ability to dance other units.
Fire Emblem Awakening
Arden is playable as a SpotPass character, released in the Genealogy of the Holy War first-generation character set.
Arden also appears as an enemy unit in two DLC episodes - Lost Bloodlines 1 and Lost Bloodlines 3 - and as a NPC in a further one episode, Lost Bloodlines 2.
Starting stats and growth rates
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Reclassing options
Growth rates when reclassed
Growth rates for most bonus units are unknown at this time.
Promotion stat gains
Archer Barbarian Cavalier Dark Mage Wyvern Rider Fighter Knight Mage Mercenary Myrmidon Priest Tactician Thief
Class | HP | Str | Mag | Skill | Spd | Lck | Def | Res | Mov | Weapon level |
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Sniper | +4 | +2 | +1 | +4 | +3 | +0 | +5 | +3 | +1 | -- |
Bow Knight | +8 | +3 | +0 | +2 | +4 | +0 | +1 | +2 | +3 | E |
Skill set
Like all male bonus units in Awakening, Arden has access to all base class and advanced class skills available to standard male units.
Fire Emblem Heroes
Role
Arden is one of the characters added to the game in the World of Holy War update, and was made available to players in the fifth edition of the Tempest Trials, "Genealogy of Light", which initially ran from October 23, 2017, to November 6, 2017.
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
style="Template:Roundtl; border:none; background-color:#222222; width: 60%;" colspan="2" | Skill | Rarity | style="Template:Roundtr; border:none; background-color:#222222; width: 20%;" | SP cost | |
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File:Is feh skill offense.png | Iron Sword | Innate | |
File:Is feh skill offense.png | Steel Sword | Innate | |
File:Is feh skill offense.png | Brave Sword | Innate | |
File:Is feh skill offense.png | Brave Sword+ | ★★★★★ | 300 SP |
Buckler | Innate | ||
Pavise | ★★★★ | 200 SP | |
B | Follow-Up Ring | ★★★★★ | 200 SP |
C | Spur Def 1 | ★★★★ | 50 SP |
C | Drive Def 1 | ★★★★ | 120 SP |
C | Drive Def 2 | ★★★★ | 240 SP |
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Personality and character
Arden is rather slow, both physically and mentally, but very strong and reliable. While these traits make him an ideal heavy-armored knight, they also earn him the mockery of his comrades, particularly Alec,[1] and he often laments that he is ill-suited for fighting out on the field like his fellow knights and as such is overlooked by Sigurd.[2] Despite the mockery, Arden nonetheless respects Alec and wishes he were more like him.[3] Upon marrying and having a child, Arden feels that their welfare is his top priority.[4] His Einherjar incarnation in the Outrealms states that he has a similar lack of presence problem to Kellam.[5]
Love growths and events
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- In Chapter 2, is Arden is not married, he can received a Follow-Up Ring if he waits on a tile on the sandy peninsula south of Heirhein Castle.
- In Chapter 5, if Arden is married, he can receive a +5 Skill boost if he waits on a tile located on a cliff overlooking Phinora Castle, directly south from a village.
- In Chapter 5, if they are lovers, Ayra or Ferry can talk to Arden. This conversation gives no reward.
Quotes
Battle quotes
“ | I'm strong and reliable, but... | ” | — Arden's SpotPass parley quote in Awakening. |
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“ | ...Don't call me "lumbering"! | ” | — Arden's SpotPass battle quote in Awakening. |
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“ | *sigh* It's not easy being me. | ” | — Arden's SpotPass recruitment quote in Awakening. |
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“ | Who are you? And why have you come to this land? | ” | — Arden, as an enemy in Lost Bloodlines 1 in Awakening. |
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“ | Ah, so you have that problem, too? And here I thought I was the only...Wait, why are we talking? Fight me! | ” | — Arden against Kellam, as an enemy in Lost Bloodlines 1 in Awakening. |
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“ | However noble you think your purpose, it won't stop you from losing. | ” | — Arden, as an enemy in Lost Bloodlines 3 in Awakening. |
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“ | Was it now? Pah! Do your worst! | ” | — Arden against Kellam, as an enemy in Lost Bloodlines 3 in Awakening. |
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Death quote
“ | Sir Sigurd... I've served you my whole life. I have no regrets. | ” | — Arden, in Genealogy of the Holy War. |
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“ | How did you dent my...armor? | ” | — Arden, as an enemy in Lost Bloodlines 1 in Awakening. |
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“ | Damn...I've been bested... Next time I'll come better prepared... | ” | — Arden, as a NPC in Lost Bloodlines 2 in Awakening. |
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“ | This blasted armor...slows me...rrgh... | ” | — Arden, as an enemy in Lost Bloodlines 3 in Awakening. |
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Heroes quotes
- Main article:
Arden/Quotes (Heroes)
Other appearances
Trivia
- In TearRing Saga: Yutona Heroes War Chronicles, there is a character named Norton who bears a striking resemblance to Arden.
Etymology and other languages
Names, etymology, and in other regions | ||
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Language | Name | Definition, etymology, and notes |
English |
Arden |
As of Fire Emblem Awakening. From Arden, a surname of English origin most commonly associated with the Arden family, a British family of extensive lineage. |
English (unofficial) |
Ardan |
Used in the current version of the Genealogy of the Holy War fan translation. |
Spanish |
Arden |
As above. |
French |
Arden |
As above. |
German |
Arden |
As above. |
Italian |
Arden |
As above. |
Gallery
Artwork of Arden from Genealogy of the Holy War.
Artwork of Arden from Genealogy of the Holy War.
Arden's portrait in Genealogy of the Holy War.
Arden's portrait in Awakening.
- FEH Arden 01.png
Artwork of Arden from Heroes.
- FEH Arden 02.png
Artwork of Arden from Heroes.
- FEH Arden 02a.png
Artwork of Arden from Heroes.
- FEH Arden 03.png
Artwork of Arden from Heroes.
References
- ↑ "Because you're strong, reliable... and slow!You're the one, hands down! Hahahaa!" — Alec, Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑ "Alright, I'll do it. But you gotta promise to take me to battle with you sometimes." — Arden, Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑ "Sigh.. I've trained hard to get as strong as I am, but everyone still just teases me. If only I could repeated attack like Alec... that'd give me the edge I need. Maybe I could even find me a girlie then." — Arden, Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑ "Heh... I got married and got a kid! My family's gotta come first, so I best not be dyin'." — Arden, Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑ "Ah, so you have that problem, too? And here I thought I was the only...Wait, why are we talking? Fight me!" — Arden, Fire Emblem Awakening
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