Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Fire Emblem: Three Houses

Blue Lions

Master the Blue Lions in Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Character builds, class progression, and strategic roles for Dimitri's house.

Blue Lions Characters & Builds

The Blue Lions house, led by Prince Dimitri, is renowned for its chivalry, loyalty, and formidable combat prowess. This section delves into the unique strengths, recommended builds, and strategic roles of each Blue Lions student, helping you maximize their potential throughout your Azure Moon playthrough.

The Blue Lions are a diverse group, each with their own distinct personalities and combat specializations. From the stoic Dedue to the spirited Ashe, this house offers a balanced roster capable of excelling in various roles. Understanding their individual strengths and how to best develop them is key to overcoming the challenges of Fódlan. This guide will focus on optimizing their class progression, skill acquisition, and weapon choices.

Key Blue Lions Students and Their Roles:

  • Dimitri (Lord): The prince of the Holy Kingdom of Faerghus. A powerful lance user with high Strength and Speed. His personal skill, 'Scion of the Four Winds,' grants him increased damage when fighting on terrain. He excels as a Paladin or Great Knight, focusing on offensive lance combat.
  • Dedue (Vanguard): Dimitri's loyal retainer. A physically imposing unit with high Strength and Defense. He is excellent as an Armored Knight or Fortress Knight, serving as a sturdy front-liner and protector. His personal skill, 'Loyalty,' grants him increased stats when adjacent to Dimitri.
  • Ingrid (Pegasus Knight): A skilled aerial combatant with high Speed and Dexterity. She shines as a Pegasus Knight, leading to classes like Falcon Knight or Wyvern Lord. Her personal skill, 'Knight's Code,' grants her increased avoid when fighting mounted units.
  • Ashe (Archer): A kind-hearted archer with good Dexterity and Speed. He is ideal for the Archer class, progressing into Sniper or Bow Knight. His personal skill, 'Aspiration,' grants him increased hit and crit when attacking from a distance.
  • Sylvain (Cavalier): A charming and skilled lance user. He has balanced stats and can excel in various mounted classes like Paladin or Great Knight. His personal skill, 'Heart of the People,' grants him increased damage when fighting against female units.
  • Felix (Swordmaster): A prodigy with swords, possessing high Strength and Speed. He is best suited for classes like Swordmaster or Assassin, focusing on critical hits and evasion. His personal skill, 'Lone Tempest,' grants him increased damage when fighting alone.
  • Annette (Mage): A talented mage with high Magic and Luck. She can be built as a Dark Knight or Gremory, utilizing both reason and faith magic. Her personal skill, 'Inspiring Song,' grants allies within range increased Magic and Resistance.
  • Mercedes (Healer): A kind and compassionate healer with high Magic and Resistance. She is a premier healer, excelling as a Bishop or Valkyrie. Her personal skill, 'Nurturing Smile,' allows her to heal adjacent allies for a small amount of HP at the start of each turn.

Recommended Class Progression & Builds:

While individual playstyles may vary, here are general recommendations:

  • Dimitri: Noble -> Cavalier -> Paladin/Great Knight -> Falcon Knight (if focusing on lances and mobility) or War Master (if focusing on raw physical power).
  • Dedue: Noble -> Fighter -> Armored Knight/Brigand -> Fortress Knight/Great Knight.
  • Ingrid: Noble -> Pegasus Knight -> Falcon Knight/Wyvern Lord.
  • Ashe: Noble -> Archer -> Sniper/Bow Knight.
  • Sylvain: Noble -> Cavalier -> Paladin/Great Knight.
  • Felix: Noble -> Fighter -> Swordmaster/Assassin.
  • Annette: Noble -> Monk -> Mage/Cleric -> Gremory/Dark Knight.
  • Mercedes: Noble -> Monk -> Cleric/Mage -> Bishop/Valkyrie.

Key Skills to Prioritize:

  • Weapon Skills: Focus on mastering the weapon types your chosen class excels in (e.g., Lances for Dimitri, Swords for Felix).
  • Combat Arts: Learn and utilize powerful combat arts for each unit.
  • Utility Skills: Skills like 'Alert Stance,' 'Vantage,' and 'Fiendish Blow' can significantly enhance survivability and offensive power.

By investing in these Blue Lions characters and following these build recommendations, you'll create a formidable force capable of conquering any challenge Fódlan throws your way.