Leo (Dark Knight)
Leo, the youngest prince of Nohr and Corrin's younger brother, is a highly intelligent and magically gifted unit who joins the player's army in Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest. He is a key figure in the Nohrian royal family and plays a significant role in the unfolding narrative. Leo's base class is the Dark Knight, a prestigious mounted class that excels in both offensive magic and melee combat, wielding tomes and swords. This unique combination makes him incredibly versatile, capable of engaging enemies at various ranges and adapting to different combat situations. As a Dark Knight, Leo possesses exceptionally high Magic and Resistance, allowing him to unleash devastating magical attacks and withstand potent magical assaults. His Speed growth is also notable, enabling him to double-attack many enemies. His personal skill, Study, grants him a +4 bonus to Magic and Resistance when he initiates combat, further amplifying his offensive and defensive magical capabilities. This skill makes him particularly dangerous when he is the one attacking.
Leo's growth rates are heavily skewed towards Magic, Resistance, and Speed, making him a premier offensive magic user. While his Strength and Defense are typically lower, his high Resistance and the ability to use swords for close-quarters combat provide some survivability against physical threats. You can further customize Leo's combat role through class seals. Upon reaching level 10 as a Dark Knight, he can promote to a Great Knight, gaining access to axes and significantly increased defensive stats, transforming him into a more durable, albeit less magically potent, unit. Alternatively, he can re-class to a Sorcerer (with a Heart Seal or Second Seal), which focuses purely on offensive magic with tomes, sacrificing his sword utility and mobility but gaining access to even more powerful spells. His support options are also quite extensive, allowing him to build strong bonds with various characters, which provide valuable stat bonuses when paired up. When paired with a unit that can protect him from physical damage or capitalize on his magical prowess, Leo becomes an indispensable asset to the army. His intellectual demeanor and his internal struggles with his family's actions are central to his character development in Conquest, making him a compelling figure both in gameplay and narrative. His strategic mind and magical talent make him a vital component of any successful Conquest playthrough.