Chrom

"You honor me with your fealty. I will not falter again. We shall answer this outrage! The Mad King must be stopped!"

- Chrom speaking to the Shepherds at the end of Chapter 10, Renewal.

Chrom (クロム Kuromu) is the main protagonist of Fire Emblem: Awakening.

According to the official Japanese website, he is voiced by Tomokazu Sugita. He is voiced by Matthew Mercer in the English version.

Profile
Chrom is the prince, and later Exalt, of the Halidom of Ylisse and the descendant of the Hero-King, Marth. He is also the captain of Ylisse's vigilante force, the Shepherds, wielding the sword Falchion. He is the brother of Lissa and Emmeryn, the father of Lucina and the uncle of Owain. Chrom can also be the potential father of Morgan, Kjelle, Inigo, Brady, or Cynthia. His birthday is May 27th. He leads his Shepherds force to protect the peace when the neighboring nation of Plegia begins acting suspiciously. He has a strong sense of justice and is a crucial member of his squad. He breaks the most things during army practice.

Ylisse-Plegia War
While out on patrol in Ylisse's borders, Chrom finds a stranger lying on the ground, the Avatar. Though Frederick is initially wary, Chrom finds no danger in the Avatar. Once the Avatar helps Chrom deal with some barbarians that have attacked Southtown, Chrom makes the Avatar the Shepherd's tactician. That night, Chrom and Lissa are attacked by Risen and are saved by a masked man who goes by the name of Marth. Marth warns Chrom of future calamities yet to come then leaves. Upon returning home to Ylisstol, Emmeryn sends Chrom to convince the Khan of Ferox for help in dealing with the Plegian army. Chrom is introduced to the East-Khan, Flavia who asks him to fight as her champion to become the new ruling Khan. In the Ferox Arena, Chrom finds out his challenger is Marth. After soundly defeating Marth, Flavia becomes the new ruling Khan and gives Chrom all the support he needs.

Later, one night Marth reappears and warns Chrom of a planned assassination of Emmeryn that night. To prove his worth, he slays a nearby assassin planning on killing Chrom. However, another appears and Marth trips, barely dodging the strike. Marth's mask is then cut in half, revealing that Marth is actually a woman. After successfully stopping Validar and the attempted assassination, Chrom encourages Emmeryn to leave the capital, which she reluctantly agrees to. After barely leaving the capital, Chrom receives news that Ylisstol was attacked by Plegia and Emmeryn leaves to return to the capital where were she is captured by Gangrel, the King of Plegia. However, before leaving she entrusts the Fire Emblem with Chrom.

Chrom rushes back to Ylisstol and finds out that Emmeryn has been taken to Plegia where she will be executed. Chrom and the Avatar devise a rescue plan and the plan is nearly successful, but as Phila is about to rescue her, a group of Risen archers warp in and kill Phila and her accompanying Pegasus Knights. Gangrel leaves Chrom with two options; surrender and give up the Fire Emblem, or have Emmeryn killed. Before Chrom can make a decision, Emmeryn sacrifices herself by leaping off a cliff, falling to her death. Crushed by his sisters death, Chrom quickly flees to Ferox where he begins to doubt himself. However thanks to the words of his army, Chrom builds a new resolve to end the war and avenge Emmeryn. Upon arriving at Border Wastes, Chrom hears news that Plegia's army has begun to fall apart, due to Emmeryn's words. Realizing the effects of his sister's sacrifice, Chrom proceeds to battle Gangrel's remaining forces. After a long fought battle, Gangrel is defeated and Chrom takes up the role of the new Exalt of Ylisse.

Conquest of Valm
Two years after the end of the Ylisse-Plegia war, Chrom is married and is father to a baby girl, Lucina. Unfortunately, a new menace is threatening the continent of Ylisse, the Valm Empire. Chrom goes to Ferox in response to Flavia's request for help. Even with their combined strength, Ylisse and Ferox are still outmanned by the powerful Valm Empire. The Avatar suggests that they go to Plegia for help, where they meet the new king, Validar, who was the one who Chrom killed in Emmeryn's assassination attempt. Nevertheless, Validar gives Chrom the support he needs and also introduces his hierophant, who looks like and goes by the same name as the Avatar. Chrom is suspicious, but grateful at receiving the support he needs to fight Valm, he leaves to prepare for their departure. That night, a group of Risen attacks Chrom's army, nearly killing Chrom himself, but Marth once again steps in and protects him. Chrom is grateful and asks her who she really is. Marth merely tells him to look into her left eye. As Chrom looks closely, he recognizes the Mark of the Exalt, the same mark on his arm and the exact same mark on his baby daughter, Lucina. Chrom realizes that this woman is Lucina, who came from the future to change the course of history. The two share a tearful hug and Chrom brings her to her mother, where the two do the same.

Through Chrom's trials through Valm, he begins to collect the Gemstones for the Fire Emblem, first being Azure, the blue Gemstone, from Tiki at the Mila Tree. After capturing Fort Steiger, Basilio decides to stall Walhart to give Chrom and his army time to take down Yen'fay but Basilio is critically wounded by the Conqueror himself. Near death, Basilio gives Flavia Gules, the red Gemstone, to deliver to Chrom. After taking down Yen'fay at the Demon's Ingle, Chrom learns of the West-Kahn's demise, receives the red jewel from Flavia, and his army begin a full assault on Valm Castle. After a long battle outside and inside the castle, Walhart and the Valmese army is defeated. Say'ri recovers the green Gemstone, Vert, and entrusts it to Chrom. With four of the five gemstones on the Fire Emblem, Chrom searches for the last one.

Fate of the World
After taking down Walhart, Chrom and the Avatar receive news that Validar is going to give them the final gemstome for the Fire Emblem. Upon arriving in Plegia's Castle, Validar betrays Chrom and tries to take the Fire Emblem from Chrom. The Avatar, Chrom, and Lucina attempt to flee the castle, but right when they're about to escape, Validar warps in and attacks Chrom. After weakening Chrom, Validar orders the Avatar to take the Fire Emblem from Chrom, which they do against their will. Validar takes the Emblem and disappears to go to The Dragon's Table to perform the ritual to awaken Grima. As Chrom plans on how they are going to get the Fire Emblem back, the Avatar tells him to leave him behind so Validar cannot control them. However, Chrom reminds them that was not their fault and that he needs them. Later, Chrom witnesses Lucina trying to kill the Avatar to prevent the future, but Chrom stops her and tells her to trust in the Avatar as he does.

The Avatar tells Chrom that if they are controlled yet again, Chrom must kill him before he kills anyone else, which Chrom reluctantly agrees to. After defeating Validar in the Dragon's table, it appears that the Avatar is possessed by Grima yet again and kills Chrom. Lucina is horrified and Validar declares that he has won, or so he thinks. Basilio makes a sudden appearance, revealing that he survived his near-fatal wounds. Also the Avatar stands back up and attacks Validar, revealing that due to a Premonition, they knew what was going to happen so they prepared countermeasures to prevent this. Chrom also stands up, mostly uninjured, since the Avatar held back some of their power. The duo proceeds to take down Validar once and for all.

After killing Validar for a second time a mysterious black figure warps in and takes on the appearance as the Avatar while revealing that they are the Fell Dragon incarnate. Grima explains that he is in the future version of the Avatar where Lucina came from and has come to stop her so he can continue to reign supreme. Grima proceeds to transform into his dragon-god form, causing the temple to collapse. Chrom and Lucina manage to get out of the building, but witness the rebirth of Grima. However, all is not lost, during their escape, the Avatar managed to snatch the Fire Emblem back from Validar. With new hope to slay the Fell Dragon, Chrom is informed to head to Mount Prism to perform the Awakening. Chrom is deemed worthy by Naga to receive her power and unlocks the Falchion's true potential as the Exalted Falchion. However, Chrom learns that he cannot fully slay Grima as the only one who can do so is Grima himself. Even with the power of the Falchion, he can only put Grima back to sleep for a thousand years.

Naga points Chrom to Origin Peak where Grima lays, growing stronger. Upon arrival, the Avatar realizes that if they deal the final blow, Grima would be "killed by his own hand." Naga warns them that if they do so, they will die with him. Chrom does not want the Avatar to sacrifice their life, but they feel that it may be necessary. After jumping onto Grima's back, the Grima-possessed Avatar instantly casts a spell onto all of Chrom's army, severely weakening them. After Grima gives the Avatar the choice to accept his powers or not, Grima pulls the Avatar into a dark void. Chrom and the rest of the army yell to the Avatar to return to them to finish their task. After the Avatar breaks free from the void, Naga heals Chrom and his army and they proceed to take down Grima.

Depending on the Avatar's choice to deal with Grima, two endings will occur. If Chrom is chosen to finish Grima, Grima is put back into a deep slumber. The Avatar feels guilty that they did not sacrifice themselves, but Chrom assures them that the entire army agreed and that in the distant future, their descendants will be able to deal with Grima once more. However, should the Avatar slay Grima, the Fell Dragon falls, but the Avatar begins to disappear. Chrom's army is saddened by their sacrifice but, remembering Naga's words, Chrom reminds everyone that they will return as long as their bonds are strong. Chrom, in the meantime, vows to search for the Avatar while their countries recover. After an undisclosed amount of time, Chrom and Lissa find the Avatar and welcomes back their old friend.

After the war, Chrom was welcomed as the new Exalt of the halidom. He ushered an age of peace with his perseverance and his wife at his side.

Personality
Chrom is a very direct and committed person, unflinchingly charging forward to achieve what he believes in. He is protective of his sisters, especially Emmeryn, however, despite his protests, he never argues with Emmeryn's final decisions. Chrom deeply cares for Lissa's well being as well, making sure to take care of her while they are off at war.

Walhart notes that Chrom follows the Path of Kings; a person who lives with and for the people as Chrom himself states that his strength comes from his comrades. Chrom will help out anyone in need without a moments hesitation, no matter who it is. Chrom will trust anyone after witnessing them in action and has earned his trust such as Lucina before her revelation and the Avatar, despite other people's warnings. Chrom shares a special bond with the Avatar, especially with the female Avatar if he is married to her, and unwaveringly believes in them and trusts them implicitly even after finding out about their true heritage.

Base Stats
Rapier Vulnerary
 * [[File:Chrom Lord FE13 Map Icon.png]]Lord
 * 1
 * 20
 * 7
 * 1
 * 8
 * 8
 * 5
 * 7
 * 1
 * 5
 * [[File:DuelAttackPlus.png]]Dual Strike+
 * SwordIconFE13.png - E
 * [[File:Binding Falchion icon.png]]Falchion
 * }

Growth Rates

 * 85%
 * 60%
 * 10%
 * 60%
 * 60%
 * 70%
 * 45%
 * 25%
 * }

Max Stat Modifers

 * +1
 * 0
 * +1
 * +1
 * +1
 * -1
 * -1
 * }

Supports
Romantic Supports
 * Sumia
 * Maribelle
 * Sully
 * Olivia
 * The Avatar (Female)

Other Supports
 * The Avatar (Male)
 * Lissa
 * Frederick
 * Vaike
 * Gaius
 * Lucina
 * Any of Chrom's other children

Marriage
If Chrom has not acheived an S-Support by the end of Chapter 11, he will be mandatorily married to one of his marriage candidates as long as they are active and have not been married. The general order follows:
 * 1) Sumia
 * 2) Maribelle
 * 3) Sully
 * 4) Olivia
 * 5) The Avatar (Female)

However, there are two special circumstances:
 * 1) If Chrom has gained at least 18 support points with Olivia and has not achieved a C-Support with any of the other candidates, he will marry Olivia.
 * 2) If Chrom has not gained 9 support points with any of the 5 women and/or all 5 are married or incapacitated, Chrom will marry a nameless village maiden.

Chrom will pass down the skills Aether and Rightful King to his potential children: Lucina and his other daughters (Cynthia and Kjelle) will inherit Aether while any of his sons (Brady, Inigo, and Morgan) inherit Rightful King.

Class Sets

 * Lord - Promotes to Great Lord
 * Cavalier - Promotes to Paladin or Great Knight
 * Archer - Promotes to Sniper or Bow Knight
 * Dread Fighter - Requires Dread Scroll

Base Class Overall
As the main Lord of the game Chrom is one of the best units you will have. Given his mandatory usage in all Chapters, Chrom should have no problem leveling up and getting good stats. His good strength, speed, and skill will make Chrom a formidable offensive force in your army, but he should be wary around Mages due to his low resistance growth. His Lord skills Dual Strike+ and Charm are moderately good skills in the first half of the game, but will lose effectiveness later as your army grows stronger.

Upon Promotion to Great Lord, Chrom's attributes stay the same but with higher caps. Chrom also gains the ability to use Lances, perfect to give him ranged options with Javelins. Chrom also will learn Aether and Rightful King, when put together, Chrom becomes a serious offensive unit in terms of long lasting durability and quick enemy routing.

Reclassing Overall
Chrom's additional two class sets are the Archer and Cavalier classes. As an Archer related class Chrom is an excellent Sniper and an okay Bow Knight. Unfortunately not many of the skills from this class are particularly useful aside from Hit Rate +20 to help Chrom land blows and Bowbreaker to deal with archer units, though he should not need either unless playing on harder difficulties.

As a Cavalier related class, Chrom becomes much more powerful as a Great Knight and a bit more durable as a Paladin. Aegis stacked on top of Rightful King makes Chrom a better Lord defensively. Luna seems tempting, but it is a bit redundant with Aether, despite the higher activation rate. Discipline is also a worthy skill to help Chrom advance his Lance weapon rank much more quickly.

Quotes
"Avatar! No! This can't be how it ends!"

- Chrom's quote after the Avatar dies in Premonition

Event Tile

 * "Huh? Did someone drop this?" (item)
 * "A leader must never rest, never surrender,and most of all never stop learning..." (exp)
 * "I got some quick training in. A leader should always be at the top of his game." (weapon exp)

Asking - Normal

 * "I've often wondered what drives you. Do you have any dreams or aspirations?" (dreams)
 * "Hello. You're in a good mood. Find a new weapon you like?" (happy)
 * "I've noticed you vanish from camp some times. Where is it you go?" (free time)
 * "You know, you’ve grown very skilled. Care to pair up in the coming battle?" (team up)

Replying - Normal

 * "I just want to be strong enough to keep my friends and loved ones safe." (dreams)
 * "Oh, I'm just having a regular day. You're the one who looks happy!" (happy)
 * "If I’m not napping, I’m swinging a sword. ... Predictable, I know." (free time)
 * "All right. Together, we’ll be unstoppable. We’ll smash right through their ranks!" (team up)

Asking - Emmeryn

 * "Emm, you need to find new dreams. You can't dwell forever on what you've lost." (dreams)
 * "You seem happy today, Emm. Is your memory clearing up?" (happy)
 * "Emm, you've been wandering off alone a lot lately. It's starting to worry me." (free time)
 * "Emm, you need to be careful out there. Stay close to me and be my support." (team up)

Replying - Emmeryn

 * "I dream of being strong enough to protect the realm you loved. And I swear I will." (dreams)
 * "Oh, I’m just having a regular day. You’re the one who looks happy!" (happy)
 * "You know me—training, breaking things with my sword... I guess you don't remember." (free time)
 * "Of course, Emm. I won't let anyone hurt you again." (team up)

Asking - Married

 * "How are you holding up, (name)? I couldn’t bear to lose you." (promise)
 * "(name), I never get tired of looking at you." (compliment)
 * "I love you, (name). I just want to make sure I say that often." (love)
 * "You dropped something, (name). Is this..." (gift)

Replying - Married

 * "Don’t worry. I’m doing just fine. I would never leave you to fend for yourself." (promise)
 * "You’re the one who’s beautiful. I’m a lucky man to have you." (compliment)
 * "Well...I love you too. It’s a bit silly to just say it like that, but there it is." (love)
 * "Oh! That’s a gift for you. I remember how your eyes lit up when you saw it in town." (gift)

Asking - Child

 * "(name), we should train sometime. See how you fare against your father!" (train)
 * "How are you holding up, (name)? I've been worried." (concern)
 * "You must have sacrificed a lot to come back in time, (name). Anything you need?" (gift)
 * "Tell me about the future, (name). How did you pass the time?" (story)

Replying - Child

 * "Well, I never turn down a challenge. But don't think I'll pull my punches just for you." (train)
 * "I'm just fine. Sorry if I worried you." (concern)
 * "That's all right, (name). I appreciate the thought." (gift)
 * "Well, you missed a lot before we met. More than I could ever describe. We should have a meal and share these stories - just the two of us. That way I can learn more about you too." (story)

Level Up

 * "No one can stop me now!" (6+ stat ups)
 * "I can feel a huge difference!" (4-5 stat ups)
 * "My strength comes from diligence." (2-3 stat ups)
 * "Well, that was underwhelming..." (1 stat up)
 * "I think I've come about as far as any man can." (1 or 0 stat ups while most stats are capped)

Class Change

 * "Let's see what I'm capable of now."

Armory

 * "What do you think I need, Avatar?" (buying)
 * "Avatar... Are we strapped for funds?" (selling)
 * "Which of my weapons did you want to forge?" (forging)

Alone

 * "I hope soon the realm can be at peace..." (misc)
 * "Where is all this strength coming from? I feel like I could topple a mountain!" (surge)

Greetings - Normal

 * "Hello, Avatar. Doing your morning rounds?" (morning)
 * "Hello, Avatar. On a break?" (day)
 * "Are you as tired as me, Avatar? The days fly by so fast..." (evening)
 * "Avatar, I’m glad you’re on patrol, but go ahead and rest." (night)
 * "Happy birthday, Avatar!" (Avatar's birthday)

Greetings - Married

 * "Hello, Avatar. It's a fine morning, isn't it?" (morning)
 * "Hello, Avatar. Where are we headed today?" (day)
 * "Hello, Avatar. It's gotten late, hasn't it?" (evening)
 * "Hello, Avatar. We should turn in for the night." (night)

Roster
''The prince of Ylisse and descendant of the Hero-King. While of noble blood, he also leads a militia known as the Sheperds. His strong conviction makes him a fine captain. The most likely to break things. Born on May 27th.''

Confession
"You are the wind at my back and the sword at my side. Together, my love, we shall build a peaceful world... just you and me."

- Chrom's confession quote

Final Chapter
"Fight back! You have to keep fighting! Fight back, Avatar! You swore to do so, remember? Now keep your damn word!"

- Chrom's final chapter quote

The Golden Gaffe Pre-Battle
"Why in the seven hells am I fighting for someone else's nest egg? I don't think I've had a less inspiring cause in my whole life. Well, as long as there are enemies here, I may as well use them for training."

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

EXPonential Growth Pre-Battle
"Shooing miscreants away from crops? Am I back in my early Shepherd days? Still, I've vowed to help people in need, so help I shall!"

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

Infinite Regalia Pre-Battle
"You said you gave your lives in a battle on which the future hung in the balance. Then you should understand why I have to defeat you here... I'm sorry, friend, but I can ill afford to share your fate!"

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

Death's Embrace Pre-Battle
"I wish I had the power to give you back your lives... But now that you're Risen, all I can do is fell you again - hopefully for good. Forgive me for not reaching you sooner..."

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

Five-Anna Firefight Pre-Battle
"A tremor, followed by a surge of Risen... It's just like what happened in Ylisse. And that was just the beginning of all our troubles... I'm not about to let the same or worse happen here!"

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

Roster Rescue Pre-Battle
"Who knew we had a roster? And from the sounds of it, quite a scandalous one... Well, my army's reputation is MY reputation. I have to get that book back!"

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

Summer Scramble Pre-Battle
"It feels a bit strange to get the celebrity treatment... But I'll admit—after a long march, it's nice to be pampered. The least we can do in return is live up to the gossip and rout these fiends!"

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

Hot-Spring Scramble Pre-Battle
"You Risen stick out like sore thumbs in a place as tranquil as this. Seriously, can we not even take a bath in peace? Oh well. A Shepherd's got to do what a Shepherd's got to do!"

- Chrom's pre-battle quote.

Dual Support

 * "Are you ready?"
 * "It's alright."
 * "As one!"
 * "Stay with us."
 * "On my mark!"
 * "Stay focused."
 * "I've gotcha!"
 * "You can do this."
 * "My strength is yours!"
 * "I got your back."

Dual Strike

 * "Have another!"
 * "We're not done yet!"
 * "My turn!"
 * "Come on!"
 * "Face me!"

Dual Guard

 * "Hold on, I'm coming!"
 * "Think again!"

Defeated Enemy

 * "Good!"
 * "Right."
 * "Finished?"
 * "Well fought."

Partner Defeats Enemy

 * "Thanks, friend!"
 * "I owe you."
 * "Thank you."

When Healed

 * "Thank you."

Critical Hit

 * "Your end has come!"
 * "Now I'm angry!"
 * "I will not fail!"
 * "Anything can change!" (Chrom will begin to say this once Lucina has been recruited)

Killed

 * "Gods...hngh..."

Death
"Avatar, I...I'm sorry. Just...run while you can..."

- Chrom's death quote in Premonition

"Chrom: I'm...sorry, everyone... Leave me... Save yourselves...if you can... Avatar: Chrom, NO! You can't die! Not now!"

- Chrom's death quote

Possible Endings

 * Chrom - Newly Exalted
 * After Grima's defeat, Chrom was officially welcomed as Ylisse's new exalt. His unflinching perseverance through countless hardships made him a beacon of hope for his people.


 * Chrom and the Avatar
 * Many wrote of Avatar's legendary exploits, but accounts of her origins and character varied. Scholars, poets, and bards agreed on one thing alone—she loved her husband, Chrom, above all else.


 * Chrom and Sully
 * After Grima’s Defeat, Chrom was officially welcomed as Ylsse’s new Exalt. Queen Sully rode far and wide on his behalf, her gallant and radiant figure the envy of women everywhere.


 * Chrom and Sumia
 * After Grima's defeat, Chrom was officially welcomed as Ylisse's new exalt. Queen Sumia lived and breathed for him, and her flower-petal readings were said to bring good luck to all who received them.


 * Chrom and Maribelle
 * After Grima's defeat, Chrom was officially welcomed as Ylisse's new exalt. Queen Maribelle kept him always on his toes while she strove tirelessly to become a magistrate and reform the halidom's laws.


 * Chrom and Olivia
 * After Grima's defeat, Chrom was officially welcomed as Ylisse's new exalt. Queen Olivia gave him a much-needed shoulder to lean on as she traveled the land, dancing and mending the scars of war.

Trivia

 * Chrom's official artwork depicts him wielding the Falchion.
 * Chrom was voted the most popular male character in the Fire Emblem: Awakening Character Popularity Poll in Japan.
 * In Tiki's B support with the Male Avatar, Tiki states that Chrom does not resemble Marth, but a man 1,000 years before Marth.

Gallery
Chrom