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Chapter 8 Fierce Winds
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright

Chapter 8 Fierce Winds

Master Chapter 8: Fierce Winds in Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright. Learn enemy strategies, terrain advantages, and how to recruit Hinoka and Hayato.

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Master Chapter 8: Fierce Winds in Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright. Learn enemy strategies, terrain advantages, and how to recruit Hinoka and Hayato.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    After dealing with MyCastle updates and Paralogue 1, begin the next story mission.
  2. 2
    You start in the south-western corner with allies Hinoka (Sky Knight), Azama (Monk), and Setsuna (Archer).
  3. 3
    The enemy includes Diviners, Master of Arms (Fuga, the boss), Shrine Maidens, Samurai, Oni Savages, and Archers.
  4. 4
    Shrine Maidens drop the valuable **Sun Festal** staff upon defeat.
  5. 5
    The map features sandy terrain that restricts movement for most units. Flying units like Subaki are unaffected.
  6. 6
    Dragon Veins are present to clear sand, but they affect both allies and enemies. Hinoka, Azura, the Avatar, and other crowned units can activate them.
  7. 7
    Your initial strategy should be to clear weaker enemy units to the north and west.
  8. 8
    As you advance, Fuga will engage. Lure some of his units towards you before attacking him directly.
  9. 9
    Fuga is a Master of Arms with many HP, and his Diviner and Archer allies can support him.
  10. 10
    If an injured unit is in range, a Shrine Maiden may move to assist.
  11. 11
    Use the “Talk” command with your protagonist to recruit Hinoka and her subordinates, bringing them under your direct control.
  12. 12
    After defeating Fuga, he will explain his actions. You will then recruit Hayato (Diviner) and gain the full-time services of Hinoka, Azama, and Setsuna. Note that Setsuna (LV 2) and Hayato (LV 1) will require significant training.
Tips
  • Prioritize building the Lottery Shop in MyCastle for free daily items.
  • The Mess Hall offers temporary stat bonuses for your troops using food items.
  • Paralogues offer valuable gold, XP, lore, and character recruitment opportunities.
  • Pair flying units like Subaki with strong ground units to overcome terrain limitations.
  • Coordinate attacks to lure enemies and Fuga's forces into advantageous positions.
  • Focus on recruiting Hinoka and her allies early to bolster your forces.
  • Be prepared to train new recruits like Setsuna and Hayato extensively.
  • Recruit Hinoka, Azama, Setsuna, and Hayato.
  • Gain access to new MyCastle buildings (Lottery Shop, Mess Hall).
  • Unlock Paralogue 1: "Tragic Start."

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