Unique Accessories
In Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest, accessories are powerful equippable items that can significantly bolster a unit's stats or grant unique passive abilities, offering a crucial layer of customization for tackling the game's challenging encounters. While not as prevalent as weapons or staves, these accessories can make the difference between victory and defeat, especially in later chapters where enemy stats are significantly higher. You can acquire these valuable items through various means, including enemy drops, treasure chests found on the battlefield, and sometimes as rewards for completing specific objectives or paralogue missions. For instance, a Dragonstone, while primarily a weapon for certain dragon-type units, can also be considered an accessory in its ability to grant transformations and stat boosts. Similarly, items like the Goddess Staff, though a healing item, can be seen as an accessory in its unique utility. Understanding how to best utilize these accessories on key units is paramount. For example, equipping a unit with an accessory that boosts their movement range can allow them to reach critical objectives or escape dangerous situations more effectively. Conversely, an accessory that increases defensive stats can turn a fragile mage into a more resilient combatant. Pay close attention to the stat bonuses and special effects each accessory provides, as they can synergize with a unit's inherent strengths or compensate for their weaknesses. Some accessories might offer a flat increase to stats like Strength or Defense, while others could provide more nuanced benefits, such as increased critical hit chance or resistance to status effects like Poison. The acquisition of these items is often tied to specific chapters or enemy types, so keeping an eye out for rare drops or hidden chests is a worthwhile endeavor.
Certain accessories are particularly sought after for their game-changing effects. For example, the Brave Lance, while a weapon, functions similarly to an accessory by granting the "Brave" effect, allowing a unit to attack twice if their attack speed is high enough. This can dramatically increase a unit's offensive output. Another example is the Killer Bow, which significantly boosts critical hit rates, turning even weaker units into potential critical-hit machines. The strategic deployment of these accessories is key. Consider equipping a unit with high speed and skill, like Subaki, with an item that further enhances their critical hit chance to maximize their damage output. Conversely, a unit like Silas, who is more defensively oriented, might benefit from an accessory that increases his resistance to magic. The limited inventory space for accessories means that careful consideration must be given to which units receive these valuable buffs. Prioritize units that will be on the front lines or those with specific roles that can be amplified by an accessory's unique properties. The acquisition of these items often requires careful planning and sometimes a bit of luck, as some are rare drops from specific enemy classes or found in hidden locations within maps.