Fire Emblem
Legendary tactical role-playing game series featuring strategic combat, deep character relationships, and epic fantasy storylines across multiple worlds and timelines.
Category
Game
Release Year
1990
Origin
Global (originally Japan)
Tags
tactical RPGstrategyfantasynintendomedievalrelationships
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Fire Emblem Series
Aliases
FE, Emblem, Fire Emblem Saga
Type
Tactical Role-Playing Game Series
Release Year
1990
Status
Active
Origin
Japan
Region
Global (originally Japan)
Creation Information
Creator
Shouzou Kaga
Publisher
Nintendo
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
Tactical RPG, Strategy, Fantasy, Romance Simulation
Content Information
Synopsis
Strategic fantasy battles where players command armies of unique characters, each with their own stories, relationships, and permanent death consequences.
Main Characters
Lords and tacticians from various kingdoms (Marth, Roy, Ike, Robin, Corrin, Byleth)
Setting
Multiple fantasy worlds with medieval and magical elements
Themes
War and peace, sacrifice, friendship, love, destiny, political intrigue
Target Audience
Strategy game enthusiasts, RPG fans, mature audiences
Characters
Ike
Mercenary Leader/HeroGreil MercenariesMale17-20
Leader of the Greil Mercenaries, wielder of Ragnell, and hero who ended the war between beorc and laguz.
Abilities: Master Swordsmanship, Aether, Leadership...
Quotes:
"I fight for my friends!"
""I am Ike.""
"You get stronger by fighting stronger opponents."
character
Marth
Prince/LordKingdom of AlteaMale16-19
Prince of Altea and wielder of Falchion, known as the Hero-King who united the continent.
Abilities: Swordsmanship, Leadership, Falchion Mastery...
Quotes:
"I fight for my friends and for the future of this world."
""I am Marth.""
"A true king serves his people, not the other way around."
character
Robin
Tactician/AvatarYlissean ArmyVariable (Male/Female)Unknown (appears young adult)
Amnesiac tactician with incredible strategic mind and hidden connection to the fell dragon Grima.
Abilities: Master Tactician, Magic Mastery, Sword Combat...
Quotes:
"Time to tip the scales!"
""I am Robin.""
"The best strategies account for every possibility."
character
Black Knight
Mysterious AntagonistDaein Army (formerly)MaleUnknown
Armored warrior who killed Greil and serves as Ike's primary rival throughout his journey.
Abilities: Master Swordsmanship, Alondite Mastery, Eclipse...
Quotes:
"You will soon learn the true meaning of suffering."
""I am Black Knight.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Grima
Fell Dragon/Final BossForces of DestructionGenderless (appears as Robin)Ancient
Ancient fell dragon seeking to destroy all life, connected to Robin through dark magic.
Abilities: Dark Magic Mastery, Destruction Magic, Resurrection...
Quotes:
"I am the wings of despair! I am the breath of ruin!"
""I am Grima.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Anna
Merchant/Recurring CharacterIndependent MerchantFemaleVariable
Recurring merchant character who appears across multiple Fire Emblem worlds.
Abilities: Business Acumen, Multiverse Travel, Combat Skills...
Quotes:
"Welcome! What can I do for you?"
""I am Anna.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Tiki
Divine DragonDivine DragonsFemaleOver 1000 years (appears young)
Divine dragon and daughter of Naga, appears as both child and adult across different games.
Abilities: Dragon Transformation, Divine Breath, Longevity...
Quotes:
"Mar-Mar! You came back!"
""I am Tiki.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Media Forms
Video Games
Over 17 main series games across multiple Nintendo platforms
Merchandise
Figures, art books, soundtracks, trading cards
Comics
Manga adaptations and official art collections
Digital Content
Mobile game Fire Emblem Heroes, DLC expansions
Cross Media Adaptations
Super Smash Bros. representation, anime OVAs
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 20 million copies sold across all titles
Revenue
Multi-million dollar franchise with mobile game success
Awards
Multiple strategy game awards, critical acclaim
Critical Reception
Consistently high review scores, praised for depth and storytelling
Cultural Impact
Influenced tactical RPG genre, popularized permadeath mechanics
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global community of strategy and RPG enthusiasts
Communities
Reddit r/FireEmblem, Serenes Forest, Discord servers
Events
Nintendo Direct announcements, fan conventions, tournaments
Quotes
I fight for my friends!, Time to tip the scales!, Pick a god and pray!
Memes
Permadeath anxiety, shipping wars, difficulty spikes
Cosplay
Elaborate medieval fantasy costumes and armor
Historical Development
1990
Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light launches in Japan
2003
Fire Emblem (GBA) brings series to Western audiences
2012
Fire Emblem Awakening revitalizes the series
2017
Fire Emblem Heroes mobile game launches globally
2019
Fire Emblem: Three Houses becomes best-selling entry
2022
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes expands the universe
Related Links
www.nintendo.com
www.enjoyip.com