Fire Emblem

The Fires of War, Rekindled!

After centuries of peace, smoldering rivalries threaten to set the world aflame in a blaze of battle! The drums of war beat, noble houses plot treason, allies become enemies, and as Lycia stands poised for war, a shadowy figure manipulates empires for his own ends. Now, Lyn, Eliwood, and Hector must amass an army strong enough to fight back the forces that would destroy their homeland. Master battle tactics to douse the embers before they burn the world to ash.

• Build your army! Gather heroes to your side and hone their skills in battle, but guard them carefully--if they fall in battle, they're gone forever.
• Plan your strategy! Know your units' strengths, and guide them into the fray. Will you send your pegasus knights high across the mountains, or will your cavaliers ride to face your foe at lance-point on the plains?
• Command the field of war! Train your soldiers to master a wide array of weapons, from swords, bows, and lances to the powerful legendary weapons Durandal and Armads. Even expert tacticians will find a world of challenge awaiting them.

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Back Cover - GBA (US)

Cry Havoc!

Command a fantastic army of stalwart heroes in a GBA turn-based strategy RPG from the makers of Advance Wars.

Marshall your forces and draw your steel--the legendary Fire Emblem series has arrived on the Game Boy Advance! Fire Emblem's addictive combination of strategy and role-playing has made the series a massive hit in Japan since the 8-bit days of the NES. Nintendo and Intelligent Systems, the designers of Advance Wars, have teamed up to bring gamers outside Japan an all-new Fire Emblem game. Put your skills as a military strategist to the ultimate test on the field of battle!

Features * Defend against usurpers and assassins as you aid young lords on their quest against evil. * Assume control of a diverse and powerful army of soldiers loyal to your cause. * Each character possesses a unique personality. * Characters with special bonds can give each other support. * Persuade powerful enemy heroes to leave their evil armies and join your growing cause. * Over 20 character classes, including Cavalier, Mage, Pirate and Druid. Once a character reaches level 10, they can be upgraded to elite classes like General and Sniper. * Manage your troops wisely--if they fall in battle, they're gone for good!

Use terrain and defensive positions to your advantage as you fight across hostile lands. Superior strategists will gauge the strengths and weaknesses of their enemy before the battle begins and choose the best troops to field. Swoop from the sky with your Pegasus Knights or strike with a phalanx of armored juggernauts to crush enemy opposition. Every battle can be fought differently--as the tactician, it's up to you to decide how, when and where to attack.

Fire Emblem's deep story line is heavy on royal intrigue and backstabbing. As your quest progresses, more of the tangled plot will unfold and the ranks of your army will swell with fresh recruits. Complex relationships between the characters will be revealed, which can make for some unique bonds. Some soldiers are motivated by honor and good, others seek riches, but all of them are at your command.

Bottom Line

With dozens of soldiers, weapons and magic spells at your service, Fire Emblem equips you with everything you need to dominate the battlefield. Though the series has spanned many years in Japan, this new Fire Emblem is a fresh adventure that doesn't require any knowledge of the previous games. Its easy-to-learn controls make Fire Emblem an excellent choice for even the most novice armchair tacticians, while the underlying complexity makes it the can't-miss GBA game of the year for even the most battle-hardened veterans.

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the blazing sword shall find its master

From the ashes of The Scouring, the ferocious war that drove dragons from the world, mankind has rebuilt and spread its dominion across the continent of Elibe. A millennium has passed since the great war, and once again, the continent is in turmoil. The drums of war are beating. Noble houses plot treason, and allies become enemies. Behind it all, a mysterious figure hungers for the might of dragons.

What started simply as a quest to find his father quickly grows more involving as young Eliwood struggles to prevent a fearsome power from scorching the earth black.

IMPROVE YOUR SOLDIERS * Knights like Wallace are well defended against foes, and their plate armor guards them from all but the sharpest blades. However, with certain items, you can make units like the knight even more powerful. * Use the Knight Crest to transform Wallace into a general, a knight whose strengths far surpass those of the standard man-at-arms. * Certain weapons are uniquely suited to dispatching certain enemies. The armorslayer's blade is so sharp that it can cut down the most well-protected foe. * Airborne warriors such as this Pegasus knight sweep down on their foes swiftly, flying over most obstacles to charge into combat However, because they fly, they gain no defensive benefit from the terrain below them.

KNOW YOUR FOE * Each weapon has a strength and a weakness. Swords are ideal when you're fighting an axe wielder, but they're a poor choice against a mounted warrior armed with a lance. * Some weapons reverse the strengths and weaknesses, robbing foes of their advantage. If you're wielding a Lancereaver, you'll make short work of any spear fighter you face, whether he's on horseback or on foot!

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"YOUR JOURNEY IS JUST BEGINNING..." promotional booklet

Build your army, plan your strategy and command the field of war! Lyn, Eliwood and Hector must amass an army strong enough to fight back the shadowy figure that threatens their homeland. Train your soldiers to master a wide array of weapons from swords, bows and lances to the powerful legendary items. Know your units’ strengths and guide them to the fray, but guard them carefully – if they fall, they’re lost forever. Even expert tacticians will find a world of challenge awaiting them.
Multi-player games require the Game Boy Advance Game Link™ cable and a Game Pak per player (sold separately)!

Stelle Armeen auf, plane Strategien und sei Herr der Schlachten! Lyn, Eliwood und Hector müssen Armeen zusammenstellen, um den Finsterling abzuwehren, der ihre Heimat bedroht. Trainiere Soldaten, um ein gewaltiges Angebot an Waffen zu meistern. Darunter sind sowohl Schwerter, Bögen und Lanzen, als auch die mächtigen legendären Artefakte. Führe deine Einheiten in die Schlacht! Selbst Meisterstrategen werden auf eine Welt voller Herausforderungen stoßen!
Für Mehrspieler-Spiele werden ein Game Boy Advance Game Link™-Kabel und ein Spielmodul pro Spieler benötigt (jeweils separat erhältlich)!

Formez vos troupes, élaborez une stratégie de combat et devenez le maître des champs de bataille ! Lyn, Eliwood et Hector doivent unir leurs forces pour sauver le monde du chaos. Aidez-les à maîtriser les armes conventionnelles et légendaires, et usez de votre esprit tactique pour les guider dans leur quête. Vous devez coûte que protéger vos unités, car si elles sont vaincues, elles seront définitivement exclues des combats. Voilà une épreuve qui sera un défi, même pour le plus habile des tacticiens !
Les parties en multijoueur nécessitent le câble Game Boy Advance Game Link™ et une cartouche de jeu par joueur (vendus séparément).

Vorm een leger, bepaal je strategie en voer het commando ! Lyn, Eliwood en Hector nemen het op tegen de duistere figuur die hun land bedreigt. Train je soldaten in een grote hoeveelheid wapens; van zwaarden, bogen en lansen tot de krachtige, legendarische wapens. Leer de sterke punten van je manschappen kennen en leid ze naar het slagveld. Maar pas op, als ze sneuvelen ben je ze voorgoed kwijt. Zelfs ervaren tactici zullen in dit spel een wereld aan uitdaging vinden.
Voor het multiplayer-spel heb je een Game Boy Advance Game Link™-snoer en een spelcassette per speler nodig (worden apart verkocht).

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Back of Box (English/German/French/Dutch)

The fires of war have been rekindled!

After centuries of peace, smoldering rivalries threaten to set the world aflame in a blaze of battle! The drums of war beat, noble houses plot treason, and allies becomes enemies. As Lycia stands poised for war, a shadowy figure manipulates empires for his own ends. Lyn, Eliwood, and Hector are brave warriors that are prepared to fight back the forces that would destroy their homeland. Help them gather other heroes to fight beside them, taking care that they do not fall in battle; otherwise they are lost forever. Plan your strategy and command the field of war as you train and learn each unit's strengths and weaknesses. Become a master tactician, and douse the embers of war before they burn the world to ash!

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www.nintendo.com - Wii U (US)