—Alcryst to Diamant
Alcryst is a character from Fire Emblem Engage.
Profile[]
Alcryst is the second prince of Brodia. He is the son of King Morion and younger brother of the Crown Prince, Diamant. He has Lapis and his cousin Citrinne as his retainers.
When news arrived at Brodia of the Divine Dragon Alear's impending arrival, King Morion sent Alcryst and his retainers to meet them. At the border, Elusia had already begun attacking Brodia, thus Alcryst was put on high alert. When he eventually found them, he immediately fired a warning shot at Alear. However, after announcing themselves to the young Prince, Alcryst immediately approached them and began to grovel in front of them as he apologized for attacking them.
Fell Xenologue[]
In an alternative Elyos, Alcryst took part in the war against the Fell Dragon Sombron, where his father and retainers were killed, leaving his older brother Diamant to take the throne. The feeling of losing those he loved most, combined with Diamant being unable to lead his people properly, drove him to become a cruel warden who rules over Brodia with an iron fist through Diamant, as his counsel, by forcing him to close the doors of the kingdom to the public to avoid further battle and to turn the kingdom into a fortress to defend itself.
Alcryst and Diamant agree to collect the Emblem Bracelets so as to use their power to make their kingdom invincible, thereby avoiding any possible attack, as well as to capture Nel so she may put them to sleep, in order to activate their power. After spotting Gregory, who had been spying on Brodia, they chase him to where Nel and Nil are and demand they hand over their bracelets, when they refuse, Alcryst forces Diamant capture Nel and kill the rest and a fight breaks out between the groups.
Alear's army manages to defeat the Brodian royals and they take the Bracelet of the Lonely Heir from them, to which Alcryst refuses to give in and demands a second round, which Diamant immediately refuses as there is nothing they can do to win, leaving Alcryst to storm off in frustration as Diamant entrusts the safety of Brodia to Nel and Nil.
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Later that night however, Nel invades Brodia castle and interrogates the Brodian royals about the attack on Lythos Castle, to which they have no knowledge of. Nel then kills Alcryst, shortly before killing Diamant as well.
Later, it is revealed that Alcryst, as well as a majority of the population had been corrupted the entire time, having died in the war, unaware of their condition.
After Nil has obtained the 7 Emblem Bracelets, he revives Alcryst a second time, wielding the Bracelet of the Shepherd Exalt, he later dies a second time unsatisfied with what he’s become.
Personality[]
Alcryst is apologetic to a fault and compares himself unfavorably to his exceptional brother, carrying a negative personality. He is self-deprecating over the slightest perceived inconvenience he creates and carries such low-self esteem that he vocally considers himself useless. He can be self-sacrificing on the battlefield, stating that it would be better for him to take the place of others on the front lines, despite being a bow specialist. Much of this can be attributed to growing up among people who compared him unfavorably to Diamant, leading him to believe they spoke the truth.
Usually through gentle understanding or by piquing his interest, Alcryst is quite sociable and does carry the fortitude of royalty. Once he has moved past his self-loathing, he is a kindhearted soul and can achieve great things once motivated. While he often focuses on his own perceived lack of good qualities, he is perceptive to his allies best traits, often ones that they themselves do not see. He's also very self-aware of his problems, though more in the sense of how they might be a liability to his peers than the detriment they pose to his well-being.
He admires both King Morion and Diamant, both of which he shares a strong familial bond with. Both in turn gently support Alcryst and help him to see his true value as a prince and as a warrior. Since he carries no desire to rule Brodia, he is a stalwart supporter of both of them. When Morion questioned Alcryst what he would do should he and Diamant die, Alcryst responds that he will fight will all his power so such a possibility could not happen. Alcryst also is very close to his retainers Lapis and Citrinne. Due in part of his negativity, he has a protective streak for both, forcing both to remind him that he is the liege and they are the retainers.
Alcryst also has a more ruthless and less forgiving side, though it's rare. This is most prominently displayed in his initial interactions with Ivy, whom he blames for her role in his father's death. However, when she apologizes, he makes an effort to overcome his anger. Overall, he's very forward with his emotions, wearing his heart on his sleeve.
Fell Xenologue Alcryst[]
In the alternate Elyos, his counterpart is openly contemptuous of his brother and considers himself to be better suited as the king of Brodia. He is much more confident than his main timeline counterpart and shows resolute hostility towards the Fell Dragon siblings’ attempt to peacefully reclaim Brodia's bracelet. The deaths of his retainers haunts him deeply and is partially the reason behind his bitter behavior, as he considers himself a failure for being unable to save them, and refuses to feel that way ever again.
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After being revived a second time, he appears to be in denial of his condition, believing that he still deserves to be King. After being defeated, he believes himself to be a disgrace and apologizes to Diamant for his actions.
In-Game[]
Fire Emblem Engage[]
- The self-torturing, wildly imaginative prince of Brodia. Has hidden talents even he isn't aware of.
Base Stats[]
| Starting Class | Battle Style | ||||||||
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 Lord | Covert | ||||||||
| Level | HP | Str | Mag | Dex | Spd | Lck | Def | Res | Bld |
| 10 | 28 | 11 | 2 | 17 | 12 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 6 |
| Emblem | Skills | Weapon | Starting Items | ||||||
| - |  Get Behind Me! |  Bow - B |  Steel Bow Iron Bow Vulnerary | ||||||
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As An Enemy[]
Fell Xenologue 3: Path to War[]
- Prince of Brodia from another world. Enormously prideful, he looks down upon his weak-willed big brother.
Fell Xenologue 6: Seven Bracelets[]
| Starting Class | Battle Style | ||||||||
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| Warden | Covert | ||||||||
| Level | HP | Str | Mag | Dex | Spd | Lck | Def | Res | Bld |
| 10 | 48 | 18 | 14 (4+10) | 26 | 18 | 18 | 7 | 18 (13+5) | 9 |
| Emblem | Skills | Weapon | Starting Items | ||||||
 ??? | Show-Off Surprise Attack* Brute Force* Charm* Other Half* Giga Levin Sword* | Bow - S |  Levin Sword* Thoron* Silver Bow Venomous** | ||||||
Growth Rates[]
| HP | Bld | Str | Mag | Dex | Spd | Def | Res | Lck |
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| 65% | 10% | 30% | 10% | 40% | 45% | 30% | 20% | 15% |
Supports[]
- See also: Alcryst/Supports
Bonds[]
- See also: Alcryst/Bonds
Overall[]
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Alcryst is the second bow specialist provided in the game. With excellent base dexterity and dexterity growth coupled with reasonable speed growth, he functions well as a pure archer unit with very accurate attacks against most targets. His strength growth and bases are lower than his closest direct competitor Etie, especially when factoring in his default and unique promoted class, but this is largely made up for by his Personal Skill, Get Behind Me!, which provides +3 strength for 1 turn whenever an ally within 2 spaces is attacked. This skill is very easy to trigger, and helps Alcryst to contribute reliable chip damage and overcome health thresholds he otherwise would not be able to. In other respects, he is a typical archer - mediocre HP, defense and resistance mean he does not take damage well, and requires support to shield him from enemy fire, though being a Covert unit, he can utilise cover very well to dodge attacks.
Starting as a Lord, Alcryst's unique promotion is Tireur d'élite, which remains bow-locked but gives him access to the level 5 class skill Luna that lets him ignore half of his opponent's defense and resistance when he attacks, with a trigger chance dependent on his dexterity. Combined with his innately very high dexterity, Luna can proc surprisingly often to deliver enormous bursts of damage, and scales very well with mechanics that can apply multiple hits, such as Follow-Up Attacks, a Brave Bow, or Astra Storm. If this class is not used, he usually prefers other bow-centric classes such as Sniper or Warrior, the latter of which also allows him to participate in Chain Attacks, though Alcryst is nothing unique in this regard.
For Emblem Rings, Alcryst prefers offensive rings to double-down on his player phase-focused gameplay. Ring of the Lady of the Plains is a natural fit for him to boost his speed and critical hit rate, as well as the aforementioned synergy between Astra Storm and Luna if he is promoted. Ring of the Azure Twins is an alternative that gives him access to Lunar Brace and additional raw damage. The S-rank Claude Bond Ring also works well on him, in particular by allowing him to outrange most opponents with a Brave Bow or for longer range chain attacks if he is reclassed to a Backup unit.
Overall Alcryst is a solid early archer who can contribute on most maps despite bow users' inherent flaws, and he is generally a much better target for investment than Etie before him. With some effort and assistance from Luna procs and crits, he will continue to efficiently deal with flying units and deliver entertainingly high, if inconsistent, damage output well into the end of the game, making him an acceptable choice for end-game team slots.
Gift List[]
| Gift Name | Type of Gift | Description |
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| Muscle Balm | Favorite | Apply to muscles after working out to avoid soreness. Favored by fans of training and exercise. |
| Fairy-Tale Book | Favorite | A picture book containing many short and wondrous tales. Favored by fans of reading and fairy tales. |
| Poetry Book | Favorite | A diverse book of poetry including submissions from the public. Favored by fans of reading and daydreaming. |
| Philosophy Book | Favorite | A complex introductory text for students of reason and meaning. Favored by fans of studying. |
| Elyos History | Favorite | A thick book detailing the history of Elyos and its regions. Favored by fans of reading and studying. |
| Sun Visor | Favorite | The visor protects the face and neck from sunburn. Favored by fans of exercise and walks as well. |
| Fishing Bait | Favorite | Bait to lure fish made with the most appetizing worms. Favored by fans of fishing. |
| Fine Quill Pen | Favorite | A one-of-a-kind quill pen made from a rare bird’s feather. Favored by fans of luxury, studying, and writing. |
| Spirit Gem | Favorite | A gem that shines with many colors. Found only in the Somniel, especially near Sommie. Favored by all. |
| Strong Perfume | Disliked | A small bottle of perfume made from the essence of fruit and flowers. Favored by fans of fashion. |
| Quality Kerchief | Disliked | A fancy handkerchief made from shiny, hand-woven cloth. Favored by fans of luxury, cleaning, and fashion. |
| Antler Earrings | Disliked | These eco-friendly earrings made from antlers shed by deer are popular in Solm. Favored by fans of fashion. |
| Playing Cards | Disliked | Picture cards used for various group games. Favored by children and fans of parties and games. |
| Lovely Candle | Disliked | An exclusive candle etched by hand with an elaborate design. Favored by fans of fashion, luxury, and parties. |
| Large Plate | Disliked | A large and practical plate that holds food for multiple people. Favored by fans of cooking and parties. |
| Horse Manure | Disliked | Ordinary horse manure. That’s it. You could technically give it to someone, but why would you? |
Fire Emblem Heroes[]
- Tender Archer
- Second prince of Brodia and Diamant's younger brother, he is prone to self-deprecation. Appears in Fire Emblem Engage.
Base Stats[]
Rarity: ✯✯✯✯✯
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 Infantry | |||||
| Level | HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res |
| 1 40 | 16/17/18 35/39/42 | 12/13/14 40/43/47 | 12/13/14 42/46/49 | 3/4/5 27/30/33 | 4/5/6 21/24/28 |
| Skills | Weapon | ||||
 Arcane Darkbow Night Sky |  Bow | ||||
Skills[]
| Type | Name | Prerequisite | Default | Unlocked |
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 | Iron Bow | - | - | - |
| Steel Bow | - | - | - | |
| Silver Bow | - | - | - | |
| Arcane Darkbow | - |  | - | |
 | Night Sky | - | - | - |
| Glimmer | Night Sky | - | - | |
| Deadeye | Glimmer | - | | |
| A |  Flashing Blade 1 | - | - | |
 Flashing Blade 2 | Flashing Blade 1 | - | ||
 Flashing Blade 3 | Flashing Blade 2 | - | ||
 Flash Sparrow | Flashing Blade 3 | | ||
| B |  Get Behind Me! | - | | |
| C |  Def Smoke 1 | - | - | |
 Def Smoke 2 | Def Smoke 1 | - | ||
 Def Smoke 3 | Def Smoke 2 | - | ||
 Def Res Smoke 3 | Def Smoke 3 | |
Overall[]
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Base Kit[]
Counters[]
Skill Inheritance[]
Meet Some of the Heroes[]
| Tender Archer Alcryst | |||
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Here's Alcryst! He's the second prince of Brodia, a kingdom in Elyos, and... Well, he seems to be a little shy. | ||
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You can probably tell that Alcryst's a bit lacking in self-confidence. His brother, Diamant, stands so tall that Alcryst feels like he's forever in his shadow... | ||
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But underneath that negative exterior, Alcryst is a sweet and gentle person. His brother and retainers adore him. | ||
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He's actually very talented too—especially at archery! No one who sees him shoot a bow ever thinks Diamant could do it better! | ||
| Closely Associated Characters | |||
| Diamant | Crown prince of Brodia, the Kingdom of Might. Has a strong, genuine spirit and the trust of his people. Alcryst's brother. | ||
| Lapis | A royal knight of Brodia. Possesses great strength and a wealth of knowledge on everyday life. Alcryst's retainer. | ||
| Citrinne | A noble of Brodia who she shares blood with the royal family and has an incredible fortune at her disposal. Alcryst's retainer. | ||
Quotes[]
Engage[]
Heroes[]
Possible Endings[]
- Tender Archer Alcryst
- Alcryst took on all clerical duties at Brodia Castle and provided aid to Elusia's recovery effort. The two nations grew to trust each other, expanding mutual trade.
- He was praised as a brilliant yet humble strategist who kept his brother, the new king safe—just as he'd promised his late father...
- Alcryst and Alear
- Alear became the new Divine Dragon Monarch. His/Her bonds with the rulers of each nation resulted in a lasting peace.
- Alcryst restored Lythos to its former glory and grew to be an unrecognizably composed and powerful force in government. His apologies remained extreme.
Choose Your Legends Placement History[]
| Round | Placement | Character Version | Votes |
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| CYL1-CYL7 | N/A | ||||
| CYL8 | 17 |  Engage |
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Etymology[]
"Alcryst" is an anagram of "Crystal". His Japanese name Staluke (スタルーク Sutaruku) retains this anagram (クリスタル Kurisutaru)
Trivia[]
- Alcryst shares quite a few similarities with Takumi from Fire Emblem Fates:
- They both have some kind of inferiority complex, which fuels their desire for improvement, though Takumi's is much more hostile.
- They are both princes who wield bows as their weapon of choice.
- Their older brothers are both the crown princes of their respective countries, and they both wield swords in battle.
- Alcryst's ring size is 8 | Q, according to the Ally Notebook.
Gallery[]
- See main article: Alcryst/Gallery.