Dwyer (Butler)
Dwyer, the son of Jakob or Felicia, joins the player's army as a Butler in Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest. As a Butler, Dwyer inherits the primary role of a healer and support unit, wielding Staves with proficiency. His personal skill, "Devoted Burden," grants him a +4 bonus to all stats when he has 5 or fewer HP, encouraging a risky but potentially rewarding playstyle. This skill can make him surprisingly resilient in clutch situations, allowing him to survive attacks that would otherwise defeat him. Dwyer's starting weapon is the Staff, and he can also use Tomes if his parent unit was a spellcaster. His base stats typically favor Resistance and Speed, making him adept at taking magical hits and doubling slower enemies. In Conquest, Dwyer's healing capabilities are crucial for sustaining the army through difficult battles, especially in chapters that feature high enemy density or powerful boss units. His ability to use staves like "Warp" or "Rescue" can also provide significant tactical advantages, allowing for rapid repositioning of units or quick extraction of endangered allies. keeping Dwyer alive and well-positioned is paramount, as his healing output can be the difference between victory and defeat.
Dwyer's potential for growth is significant, particularly through his reclass options. Upon reaching level 10 as a Butler, he can promote to a Strategist, gaining access to bows and enhanced offensive magic, or a Great Master, further specializing in staff utility and physical combat. The Strategist class allows Dwyer to become a potent offensive magic user, capable of dealing significant damage from a distance, especially against flying units. His personal skill, "Devoted Burden," can be particularly effective in this offensive role, allowing him to survive retaliatory hits when at low HP. When facing challenging maps in Conquest, such as those with numerous powerful enemy mages or units that inflict status effects, Dwyer's healing and high Resistance become invaluable. His ability to use staves like "Live to Serve" (if inherited from a parent with the skill) can also create a self-sustaining healing loop, making him incredibly durable. consider pairing Dwyer with units that can protect him, such as a strong defensive unit, to ensure his survival while he performs his vital healing duties. His unique personal skill encourages a calculated risk-taking approach to combat, rewarding players who can manage his HP effectively.