Sidequest 2 The Secret Seller

The map features many woods and bridges, which can create choke-points. Since there are no flying units, flying units like Sumia have an advantage for crossing rivers. However, many enemies are Barbarians and Archers, which can counter this advantage. Sword fighters and ranged units are recommended.

Woods can reduce movement early on, making you vulnerable to eastern and northern enemy forces. Anna can hold her own for the first few turns, so play defensively but maintain movement.

Move your forces east, then northeast. Enemies in the south (except a Mage) won't move until you are in range and have saved the village. Prioritize saving Anna and the village first, then move south.

Do not stay defensive for too long, as eastern units can overrun Anna, or a Barbarian can destroy the village. On Hard difficulty or higher, Anna is usually overrun by Turn 5 or 6.

Anna prioritizes attacking Barbarians to protect the village. Pairing Sumia with another unit and flying them over to Anna, taking out enemies along the way, is helpful. This allows the paired unit to clear enemies in the rear without the entire team needing to reach Anna quickly.

It does not matter if Anna is defeated in this chapter, as she cannot be recruited yet. Her defeat here does not affect your ability to recruit her later.

Be wary of the boss, Victor, a Level 1 Berserker. Use your best sword-wielding units and ranged units that can survive a hit to defeat him in a single turn.