amiibo Functionality

While not a core gameplay mechanic, amiibo functionality in Fire Emblem: Three Houses offers small but welcome bonuses for players who own compatible figures. This guide explains how to use amiibo, what rewards you can expect, and how these interactions can slightly enhance your experience at Garreg Mach Monastery.

How to Use amiibo

To use amiibo in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, navigate to the 'System' menu from the main title screen. Select the 'amiibo' option, and you will be prompted to tap your amiibo figure to the NFC reader on your Nintendo Switch (or controller). You can scan amiibo once per day.

Rewards from amiibo Scans

Scanning amiibo figures in Fire Emblem: Three Houses provides the following rewards:

• Fire Emblem Series amiibo: Scanning amiibo from other Fire Emblem games (e.g., Marth, Ike, Lucina, Roy) will unlock special music tracks that can be played in the Music Room at the Monastery.
• Other amiibo: Scanning amiibo from other Nintendo franchises (e.g., Mario, Zelda, Animal Crossing) will grant you a random item. These items can range from useful consumables like stat-boosting items or healing items to small amounts of Gold or Renown.

Music Room Bonuses

The music tracks unlocked by Fire Emblem amiibo can be accessed and played in the Music Room, located in the Grand Belfry area of Garreg Mach Monastery. This is a purely cosmetic bonus, allowing you to enjoy a wider selection of music while exploring the monastery.

Item Rewards

The random item rewards from non-Fire Emblem amiibo can be helpful, especially in the early game. While they won't drastically alter your playthrough, receiving a stat-boosting item or a small amount of Gold can provide a minor edge. These rewards are randomized, so you may receive different items each time you scan.

Limitations and Considerations

• Daily Limit: You can only scan one amiibo per day.
• No Gameplay Impact: amiibo functionality does not affect core gameplay mechanics, character progression, or story outcomes.
• Region Lock: Ensure your amiibo figure is compatible with your region's Nintendo Switch console.