Marth

Marth
Marth's artwork from Fire Emblem Engage.
Series	Fire Emblem
First Appearance	Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light
Species	Human
Year Created	1990
Created by	Shouzou Kaga
Voiced by (English)	Spike Spencer (anime) Yuri Lowenthal (Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. onwards)
Voiced by (Japanese)	Hikaru Midorikawa

Marth <sup>(JPJapanese: マルス

Romaji: Mărusu)</sup> (romanized as Mars in the anime) is an often recurring character from the Fire Emblem series. More specifically, he's the main protagonist and Lord-class character of Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light, Mystery of the Emblem, and the Nintendo DS remakes. Marth also appears as a playable fighter in the Super Smash Bros. series since Super Smash Bros. Melee.

History (outside Japan)

Although most of Marth's Fire Emblem titles were released only in Japan, he has acquired more widespread international attention through his appearance in the Nintendo GameCube game Super Smash Bros. Melee. Nintendo of Japan had originally intended to make him playable only in the game's Japanese release, but when he garnered favorable attention during the game's North American localization, Nintendo of America decided to keep both him and fellow Fire Emblem protagonist Roy in the North American and European versions.

The appearance of Marth and Roy sparked a greater level of western interest in the Fire Emblem series, and it was in part because of this that Nintendo began releasing the games internationally beginning with the seventh title in the series. Later when Super Smash Bros. Brawl came out, they kept Marth, but swapped Roy out for Ike. All three are from the Fire Emblem Series.

Marth later appeared in Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon, a remake of his original appearance, which was released outside of Japan. However, its sequel Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem, a remake of Marth's second appearance, was not released outside of Japan.

Fire Emblem series

Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon

In the Archanean year 602, Marth's father, King Cornelius left Altea, and led his army against Emperor Medeus of Dolhr, and his allies Macedon and Grust. As his father battled his enemies, Marth remained at home and trained day after day, in case he would someday have to take to the battlefield.

Unfortunately, that day came sooner than expected, as Cornelius was betrayed by his ally, King Jiol of Gra, and fell in battle. As news of the death of his father reached Marth, the Gra army appeared in Altea, ready to take the young prince hostage. 

Fortunately, the quick thinking of his tutor Malledus, Knight Commander Jagen, and his sister Elice allowed him to escape harm. As sister remained behind to buy Marth time, Marth escaped on ship heading for the small island kingdom Talys.

For two years, Marth lived and trained with the people of Talys, never forgetting the shame his nation had faced from defeat. During his time on Talys, Marth grew close to Princess Caeda, she served as a pillar of strength for the exiled youth. When the Pirates of Galder attacked Talys, Marth and his knights came out of hiding and rescued King Mostyn from his peril. With his location announced to the world, Marth, Caeda, the Altean Knights, Talys Mercenary Army, and a volunteer corp left the island for Archanea.

Galder

Their first objective was to meet with Princess Nyna of Archanea, and Duke Hardin of Aurelis who were leading an uprising against the Macedon army in Aurelis. As they traveled, they wiped out the remain Galder Pirates and liberated the village of Galder, defeated the Soothsire Bandits of the Samsooth Mountains, and rescued the Macedonian noblewoman Lena from slavery. Soon they arrived in Aurelis, and Marth reunited with his old friend Merric, a mage who was studying at Khadein, the sanctuary of sorcery. Together, the young men defeated the Macedon army in southern Aurelis, and raced to meet with Hardin and Nyna in the north.

When Marth and Hardin finally met, Hardin offered Marth the role as leader of the Archanean League, believing Marth to be just and honorable. As Marth accepted the role, Hardin remained by his side as sub-commander of the army. Together the two men captured Aurelis Castle, and forced the Macedon army out of Aurelis for good. With Aurelis liberated, Princess Nyna gave Marth the Fire Emblem, a shield which represented being the hero of Archanea whose life is dedicated to protecting mankind. With Marth recognized as the hero of Archanea, he and Hardin turned their attention to Archanea, and moved to liberate the Holy Kingdom. 

Pyrathii

As the army marched, they were ambushed by the Grust army at Port Warren, and forced to flee to the isolated kingdom Pyrathii. In Pyrathii, the enraged king Mannu challenged them to battle, and he revealed himself as a member of the ancient Manakete race. After a hard fought battle, Mannu was defeated, and Marth prepared to invade Archanea. Before he could attack, the Macedonian Whitewing Catria appeared before him, and asked Marth to save the young Princess Maria. If Maria could be saved, the elder Princess Minerva would lead a rebellion against Dolhr and her brother King Michalis. 

Taking the Macedonian for her word, Marth and his army reluctantly marched on the prison at Deil Castle, and there inside its walls was the tiny Princess Maria. With Maria safe, Minerva defected to the Archanean side and helped Marth liberate Archanea. After the Archanea League stormed the Archanean Palace, Marth defeated Lord Volzhin and Archanea was saved. With Archanea safe, Marth turned his attention on Gra, and avenged his father's death at the hands of King Jiol. Despite his victory against Gra, Marth felt no joy as he saw how Gra had been destroyed from the war. With a new sense of determination, he left Gra, and headed to Khadein to liberate the city from the Dark Pontifex Gharnef. 

Khadein

When he arrived at Khadein, he discoverd that the Dark Tome Imhullu had made Gharnef invincible, and that as long as this tome existed, the land would never be safe. The wise Archsage Gotoh appeared before Marth, and told him that the only way to defeat Gharnef was by creating the Starlight tome, which could be created by bringing the Starsphere and Lightsphere from the Fane of Raman to him. Since Altea was on the way there, Marth decided to liberate Altea before finding the Orbs.

When Marth arrived in Altea, he encountered heavy resistance from the occupying Grust army, but his sheer determination overcame their might. After defeating the Manakete Morzas, Marth learned that his mother Liza had died in prison, and his sister Elice was taken away by Gharnef to his hideout in Thabes. With his homeland safe, Marth and the army moved out for the Fane of Raman. 

Fane of Raman

When Marth entered the holy temple, he discovered Tiki, the last known survivor of the Divine Dragon Tribe. The kind Manakete Bantu snapped Tiki out of her trance, and Tiki offered her support to Marth, as the Divine Dragons are bound to save humans from danger. Marth recovered the Lightsphere and Starsphere from the temple, and prepared to meet Gotoh in Macedon.  Along the way there, Marth battled Camus the Sable in Grust. Princess Nyna had fallen in love with the general and asked him to join the Archanean League, and give his support to her. While Camus did love Nyna, he was unable to betray his kingdom, and fought against Marth in a heated battle. After the battle ended, Camus disappeard, and was presumed dead. 

King Michalis

In Macedon, Marth and Minerva fought against King Michalis, a proud knight who desired to conquer all of Archanea. After a hard and bloody battle, Michalis was defeated, and Marth met with Gotoh. Gotoh used the power of the Orbs, and created the awesome Starlight tome, the only method capable of overcoming Imhullu. With Marth's army ready to go, Gotoh used his magic power and warped the Archanean League to Thabes, for the showdown with Gharnef. 

In Thabes, Gharnef greeted Marth, and revealed that he had created two clones of himself who also weilded Imhullu. However, unlike his clones, the real Gharnef also had the Divine Falchion in his possession, and challenged Marth's army to take it. Sadly for Gharnef, he failed to realize the Gotoh had created Starlight, and Marth's awesome mage army was able to defeat the Dark Pontifex. With Gharnef defeated, Marth's sister Elice was released from her prison, and gave Marth her support against Medeus.

Marth and Medeus

With no other enemies left, the Archanean League invaded Dohlr, and attacked Medeus's castle. Gotoh had seen how brave that Marth truly was, and he offered to help him defeat Medeus to restore peace to all of Archanea. Together Marth, Caeda, Merric, Hardin, Minerva, Maria, Elice, Gotoh, and the rest of the League battled the elite troops of Dohlr. However, Marth weilded the Falchion and fought Medeus. The Shadow Dragon and Blade of Light battled like no other, and soon Medeus was defeated. With Medeus dead, Marth returned to Altea, but not before confessing his love to Caeda, and he asked her to continue helping him even as he becomes king.

Fire Emblem Mystery of the Emblem/New Mystery of the Emblem

Marth returns to his role as the story's protagonist. Marth's peaceful reign over Altea is disrupted when he discovers Emperor Hardin, a former ally, comrade and friend, was conquering neighboring kingdoms by force.

Fire Emblem Awakening

Two thousand years after Marth's time, he is known as a legendary hero under the name of the "Hero-King" and is revered by the people of the Halidom of Ylisse, which are ruled by Marth's direct descendants. When Lucina traveled back in time she took her ancestor's name to hide her true identity. Marth also appears as a SpotPass character and a DLC character.

Fire Emblem Fates

In Fire Emblem Fates, Marth appears as an Amiibo character that can be challenged and eventually recruited for use in the regular game.

Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE

In Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE, Marth appears late in the game in spirit form. In the game's final battle, Marth lends his strength to Itsuki Aoi and grants him the use of the SP Skill Naga's Blessing, which prevents all damage to the player's party for one turn.

Fire Emblem Heroes

Marth like countless other Fire Emblem characters is featured as a summonable hero in Fire Emblem Heroes.

Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

In Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia, an illusory likeness of Marth can be summoned through the connection of a Marth Amiibo with Mila's Turnwheel. He cannot be recruited unlike Fates.

Fire Emblem Warriors

Marth is featured as a playable character in Fire Emblem Warriors. In the main story, Marth and some members of his army join Rowan, Lianna and their allies from Ylisse, Hoshido and Nohr after they stumble in their world. The heroes then manage to defeat the evil dragon Velezark with their strenght combined.

Fire Emblem Engage

Marth returns in Fire Emblem Engage, as a partner to game's protagonist Alear. Along with other previous protagonists of the series, Marth is summoned as an Emblem to the realm of Elyos using an Emblem Ring and fights alongside Alear to defeat the Fell Dragon Sombron.

Fire Emblem anime

An anime under the title Fire Emblem was released in 1996, adapting a part of the first game's plot. Marth's name is romanized as 'Mars' and he is given the surname of 'Lowell'. The anime ended production after only two episodes were finished. Marth is featured as a card in both of the final expansion sets for the Fire Emblem Trading Card Game along with other characters from Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem, and also appears as a promotional card. In the anime, Marth is voiced by Spike Spencer in English and Hikaru Midorikawa in Japanese. His Japanese voice actor would later voice him subsequent media.

Super Smash Bros. series

Marth has been the Fire Emblem representative in Smash Bros. since Super Smash Bros. Melee. He was actually intended to appear in the original Super Smash Bros., but due to time constraints this never made it past the conceptual stages. He has not had many significant changes since his debut in the series, barring Shield Breaker receiving an animation change in Super Smash Bros. Brawl or his range being decreased in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U. Marth returns in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with a faster side special and he is now voiced in English.

Attacks

Marth swings his sword for most of his attacks, with the tip of the sword being the most powerful part of his attacks. His specials are the following:

• Neutral Special: Shield Breaker
• Side Special: Dancing Blade
• Up Special: Dolphin Slash
• Down Special: Counter
• Final Smash: Critical Hit

Trophy Descriptions

Melee Classic

• "The betrayed prince of the Kingdom of Altea, the blood of the hero Anri flows in Marth's veins. He was forced into exile when the kingdom of Dolua invaded Altea. Then, wielding his divine sword Falchion, he led a revolt and defeated the dark dragon Medus. Afterwards, Altea was annihilated by King Hardin of Akanea."

Melee Adventure

• "Marth is a magnificent swordsman. While his swordplay is faster than that of Link, he lacks power, and his quickness is offset by a marginal endurance. His Shield Breaker gains power the longer it's held. The Dancing Blade combination uses both the Control Stick and the B Button to produce a series of up to four attacks."

Melee All Star

• "The tip of Marth's blade causes the most damage, so you should try to create adequate distance between you and your enemy to graceful strike with that point. Marth's dolphin Slash is fast and powerful, but it leaves him vulnerable upon landing. Marth uses Counter to block a foe's attack and deal a return strike. If you're fighting a Counter-happy Marth, grab him."

Brawl Classic

• "The prince of Altea, in whose veins the blood of heroes runs. He and a small group of stalwarts fought to free Altea after it was invaded by the kingdom of Doluna and the dark dragon, Medeus. With his divine sword, Falchion, he fought and defeated Medeus. However, Altea was then invaded by King Hardin of Akaneia and eventually destroyed."

Brawl Critical Hit

• "Marth's Final Smash. He thrusts his sword skyward, then rushes to meet his targeted enemy with furious speed. The blow he strikes is so powerful that his foe is instantly launched off the screen. As in Fire Emblem, a window appears that shows the character's hit points dropping rapidly to zero--but this is just for effect. Smash Bros. does not use a hit-point system."

3DS/Wii U Classic

• NA: "The first hero from the Fire Emblem series, Marth is the prince of Altea and descendant of the hero Anri. In Smash Bros., he's known as an exceptional swordfighter, swinging his blade with grace. Striking with the tip will maximize the damage dealt. Teach aggressive foes a lesson with his strong Counter move."

• EU: "Marth, the prince of Altea, is the hero of the first ever Fire Emblem game and its remake, Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon. In this game, his graceful sword skills are what set him apart. Strike with the tip of his blade to deal extra damage, and use his Counter skill to defend yourself, no matter which directions you're being attacked from."

3DS/Wii U Alt

• NA: "Marth's side special Dancing Blade is a four-stage attack. Aim and time your strikes carefully! The tip of his sword does the most damage. For his up smash, Justice Sword, he thrusts his blade into the air. You can use it to block attacks from above and launch nearby foes."

• EU: "Marth's side special, Dancing Blade, is a four-stage attack. Aim and time your strikes carefully! As usual, the tip of his sword does the most damage. For his up smash, Justice Sword, he thrusts his blade into the air. You can use it to block attacks from above, and even to launch nearby enemies off the ground."

Wii U Critical Hit

• NA: "Marth raises his Exalted Falchion to the sky and then rushes forward to deal an incredibly powerful blow, almost certainly KO'ing anyone and everyone who gets hit! When it's used in the air, he'll fly forward a certain distance. On the ground, however, he'll only dash to the edge of the platform he's standing on."

• EU: "Marth raises his Exalted Falchion to the sky, then rushes forwards to deal an incredibly powerful blow, almost certainly KOing anyone and everyone who gets hit! When used in the air, he'll fly forwards a set distance, but on the ground, he'll only dash up to the edge of the platform he's standing on."

Other Appearances

Code Name: S.T.E.A.M.

Marth can appear as an optional unit in Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. that can be summoned by using the Marth Amiibo. In this game, Marth weild both the Falchion as a regular weapon and a Rapier to hit weak points more efficiently. The game was the first video game to debut Marth's current English voice actor, Yuri Lowenthal, who has since reprised his role in all future English-speaking appearances.

Super Mario Maker

Marth is featured as a potential costume usable by Mario via the Mystery Mushroom. Marth's costume can randomly be obtained by completing 100 Mario Challenge runs on the normal difficulty or higher or by using a Marth Amiibo.

Monster Hunter Generations

A special hunter costume based on Marth appears in Monster Hunter Generations. Marth's versions of the Falchion and the Binding Shield also appear as a Sword & Shield weapon set.

Dragalia Lost

Marth was added as a special unit in Dragalia Lost on April 25 2019 alongside Fjorm and Veronica from Fire emblem Heroes as part of a collaboration.

Official Description

The popular and kind prince of Altea, who cares deeply for his friends. He has the blood of the hero Anri in his veins, and wields the divine sword Falchion. Despite having saved his entire country, he's personable and down-to-earth.

Adventurer Stories

Adventurer Stories Episode 1 The Altean Prince Euden: It's too bad we didn't find anything to help you get home today, either. I really thought we might find a solution in the Duris Ruins. Marth: Please don't worry about it. Your efforts are appreciated. Euden: Well, I still have a few of my friends looking somewhere else. Maybe they'll find something. In fact, why don't we go give them a hand? Marth: I never imagined people from another world would go to such lengths to aid us. Euden: I think it's natural to help those in need. I know if I was in your position—stranded in another world—I'd want to get back home as soon as possible. In fact, why don't you tell me more about your home? Marth: Would that aid your search in some way? Euden: Honestly, I thought talking about home for a bit might cheer you up. But now that I think about it, I suppose that will just make you miss it more. Sorry. It was probably a bad idea. Marth: Heh. You truly are a kind person, Prince Euden. Still, perhaps it WOULD be good to talk about Altea for a little while. Euden: I'd love to hear about it. Marth: My home is a beautiful kingdom full of water and greenery. The people are very kind—even to a royal like me. During the war, they gave me aid with no regard for themselves. Euden: I can tell how much you love your home just by how you talk about it. Marth: I care for it more than anything else— which is why I have sworn to return. I will never stop trying to go home, no matter how long it may take. Euden: And we'll never stop trying to help you achieve that goal. Marth: Thank you, Prince Euden. Euden: Right, then! Let's go join the other—  ???: Eeeeeeeek! Euden: What was that?! Marth: It came from over there. Let's go! Woman: Eeek! S-stay back! Fiend: Grrrrrr! Marth: Haaah! There's more fiends over there, Prince Euden! Euden: I'm on it. Yaaah! Prince Marth! Marth: We strike as one! Together: You're finished! Fiend: Graaaah... Woman: Blimey! You saved me! Euden: I'm just glad we made it in time. Are you hurt? Do you need aid? Ranzal: Yo, Euden! Marth! Luca: We heard fiends and came runnin' to... Oh. You, uh, already killed 'em. Elisanne: Did the two of you truly dispatch all of these fiends on your own? Woman: Couple'a knights in shiny armor they were! Oh, I could just kiss you both! Elisanne: Keep your lips to yourself, madam! Euden: We knew this woman was in trouble, so we rushed into the fight. Marth: Indeed, there was no time to hesitate. Cleo: Your desire to save this woman gave you the strength you needed. It seems neither one of you can stand idly by when someone is in need. Luca: I guess they ARE kinda similar in that respect, huh? Yep! We got two peas in a pod here! Or, uh, two princes in a...whatever you store princes in. Elisanne: In addition to helping others, both princes are also generous with their friends. Ranzal: And both of 'em charge into danger without thinkin' twice! Marth: Such flattery is unwarranted. Your prince may be the model of gallant royalty, but I am certainly not. Euden: I disagree—you're far more composed and level-headed than I am. Cleo: Heh. Ranzal: Bwaaaa ha ha! Euden: Er, did I say something funny? Marth: I certainly did not pick up on it if so. Luca: Ah ha ha! Look! They did it again! Elisanne: I have a feeling the two of you are going to become very close friends. Episode 2 The Hero-King Euden: Hah! Hah! Haaaah! Marth: You train with a fierce dedication, Prince Euden. Euden: Hello, Prince Marth. Marth: Is such training so you might better stand against the Empire? Euden: That's right—and I won't stop until I'm strong enough to take back everything that matters to me. Marth: A bold viewpoint which I applaud. Might you be willing to tell me more of your relationship with the Empire? Euden: I don't want to drag you into our problems. Marth: A stance your foes clearly do not share, seeing as how they appointed someone from another world as a commander. It seems they will stop at no lengths to see you defeated, and I cannot help but wonder why. Although perhaps this is not an issue for an outsider like myself. Euden: No, it's fine. ...And truth be told, you might even be more connected to all of this than I first assumed. So let me fill you in... Marth: ...So your home was destroyed and your family stolen from you? Euden: Yes—and so I fight to reclaim it all. One day, my sister will be free and my kingdom will know peace once more. Marth: ...... Euden: What is it? Marth: I fear your story hits closer to home than I had anticipated. For you see, I went through something very similar. Euden: In what way? Marth: I lost my kingdom, and only survived thanks to my elder sister. Euden: Oh wow. Marth: I spent a long time fighting to reclaim my country... Just as you are doing now. Euden: I see. Marth: Coincidences are funny things, are they not? I never thought I would stumble upon someone so similar to myself. Euden: Neither did I. If you don't mind me asking, what became of your country? Marth: We fought a fearsome war, but eventually my kingdom knew peace once more. Euden: Oh, that's wonderful! ...Heh. I'm not sure why I was so relieved to hear that just now. Marth: Perhaps it serves as further proof of your inherent goodness. Euden: You're about the same age as me, and yet I feel like you've already lived twice the life that I have. I can see why people started calling you the Hero-King. Marth: How do you know that name?! Euden: Prince Alfonse said people call you that. Er, was he wrong? Marth: No, but I feel even greater shame hearing it spoken by you. That name implies I ended the war alone, and yet it would still rage on today without the aid of all my friends. Ah! Euden: What is it? Marth: I just realized something. Perhaps I was guided to this world in order to help someone in the same way my friends helped me. ...Someone like a prince in a very similar predicament to my old self, for example. Euden: Wait. You mean ME? Marth: It would certainly explain a great many of the coincidences. Ordinarily, my being in a different world like this would be impossible. And yet, the impossible has happened. There must be a reason! Euden: That's actually a pretty convincing argument. Marth: I cannot state for certain that my purpose here is to aid in your quest. But I promise you this: For so long as I AM here, I will do all I can to help you. Euden: Thank you, Prince Marth. That means a great deal. Marth: If I can provide even the smallest aid, you have but to let me know. I swear to fight with a strength that brings glory to Altea! Episode 3 Dragon Relations Marth: Is there no end to these fiends?! If this battle drags on much longer, I fear exhaustion will win the day. We must end it quickly! Euden: Leave it to me! Dragon! Grant me your power! Raaaaagh! Euden: ...Whew! Is that all of them? Marth: I... Erm... Euden: Uh oh. Is there something on my face? Marth: My apologies. I did not mean to stare. I simply cannot help but be fascinated every time I see you shapeshift. It reminds me of the Manaketes—a race of dragon-people from my world who possess a similar power. Euden: So your world also has dragons? Marth: Indeed it does. They have the ability to seal away their draconic power and assume human form. It is much like your shapeshifting, except in reverse. Euden: I think we just found another unexpected similarity. Marth: Might you tell me a little more about shapeshifting? It looks to me like a power which allows humans to become dragons, no? Euden: It's a bit more complicated than that. Shapeshifting is a power born from the trust between a human and a dragon. It's an ability passed down through the dragonblood of the Alberian royal family. With it, we can form pacts with dragons and receive their assistance. Marth: Fascinating... So humans and dragons live in harmony here in Alberia? Euden: Er, for the most part, yes. Is that not the case in your world? Marth: No. My sworn enemy was a Manakete. He was the emperor of a dragon tribe that tried to rule over humanity. Not all Manaketes are my enemies, of course—some even lent me their strength. But I fear a great many stood against me as well. Euden: I see. Marth: So you understand why I find the concept of humans and dragons coexisting to be a bit... Well, strange. It also makes me question some of my past actions. I fought dragons to return peace to the kingdom, but now I wonder if there was perhaps another path. Euden: I'm sure you were only doing what you thought was right. If something similar was to happen in Alberia, I would fight whoever I had to in order to save it. People who live in shackles will never know happiness. Marth: I could not agree more. Euden: Dragons may be revered in my world, but that doesn't mean there will never be an evil one. So I will fight them if I have to, and I will right whatever wrongs they may end up committing. That is the duty of all who carry the dragon bloodline. Marth: Your words have the ring of truth. If anyone deserves the title of Hero-King, it is clearly you. Euden: Oh, believe me, I have more than my own share of problems. My friends are always telling me I'm too soft, for one. Marth: Ha ha! A flaw I share. I was always being told that one needs more than ideals and pleasantries to win a fight. I once got in a great deal of trouble for acting as a decoy because I didn't want to force that burden on a friend. Euden: And I'm always being told that I fight far too close to the front lines for a prince and commander. Marth: Still, if something can be done to reduce the number of casualties in battle, why would you not do it? And not just friends—I have no desire to see blood spilled on either side. Euden: I'm actually sort of relieved to hear someone else say that. It backs up my own feelings. Marth: Kindness is a strength to be celebrated. Euden: Say, do you have any more stories about you and your friends that you'd be willing to share? Marth: Countless—so I hope you know what you are getting into by asking. Sit down, Prince. Take your ease. This should only take...oh, three or four months at the most. Euden: Ha! I can't wait. Episode 4 Pushing Past Hate Cleo: You have a couple of letters, Marth. Marth: Strange. How would anyone even know to send me a letter in this world? Cleo: Perhaps they're thank-yous. You've helped a great deal of people since you came here, after all. Marth: I just did what I could. It wasn't anything special. Cleo: I think the people you've helped would beg to differ. Regardless, I'll let you read in peace. Marth: Hmm, she's right. It's a thank-you from the woman we saved from fiends recently. She didn't need to go out of her way to write this. ...Blast. Now I feel like I am the one who should be thanking HER. I imagine the other letter is simila... Ah! Ranzal: Hey, where'd Marth get to? Elisanne: Now that you mention it, I've not seen him for some time. Euden: I hope nothing happened to him. Marth: You are the ones who called for me? Imperial Commander: We greatly appreciate your coming, Your Highness. Marth: The letter bore a signature that read, "Harle the Black Raven." Are you he? Imperial Commander: Harle is presently attending to another matter, but he sent me to collect you. Is it reasonable for me to assume that you came here because you are interested in cooperating with us? Marth: You refer to aiding your dragon hunt, yes? First, I must know why you made this offer in the first place. Imperial Commander: We heard you once defeated an evil dragon in a great battle. We would make use of that strength. Marth: I have no desire to assist an empire that brings its people naught but misery. Take your search elsewhere. Imperial Commander: Ah, but are you not the Hero-King? Marth: I fail to see the connection. Imperial Commander: The Dyrenell Empire seeks to put an end to dragons' rule of the world. Humans should make their own destiny. I believe you would agree, yes? Marth: ...... Imperial Commander: It is not the Empire who oppresses humanity, but dragons—and dragons are your mortal foes, are they not? Surely you were called here to take up this mantle and eliminate the scourge of dragonkind from the world! Marth: All you have heard of me is correct. It is true that I defeated a dragon emperor in order to secure the peace of my people. Imperial Commander: And we would have you reenact that selfsame legend here in our world! Join us, Prince Marth! Join us in defeating the traitorous prince who plots to create a world ruled by the power of drag— Marth: But! If you declare a being evil simply because it is a dragon, then you are no different from the evil I once defeated. I choose my blade's targets by the contents of their hearts! Imperial Commander: Then you... Marth: I came here to learn for myself what you imperials would call justice. I see now that our paths will never be the same, and so I shall continue walking at Prince Euden's side. Imperial Commander: A shame. ...And also a shame that I must now enact the second order given to me by Captain Harle. For if you refused our offer, we were told to eliminate you. Marth: I suspected as much, though I hoped most fervently it would not come to this. Imperial Commander: Extra rations for the man who brings me the head of this coward! Imperial Soldiers: Yaaaaaaah! Marth: I cannot allow myself to fall here... For I must return to Altea! Haaaaaah! Imperial Soldiers: Gaaaah... Imperial Commander: Impressive—and yet you remain vastly outnumbered. At some point, Prince, you WILL fall.  ???: Oh, he's not outnumbered. Marth: I know that voice! Euden: Are you all right, Marth?! Marth: Prince Euden! What are you doing here?! Elisanne: I found a torn-up letter in your room and took the liberty of reassembling it. Luca: Why the heck didn't you tell us you were headin' out here, man? We're FRIENDS! Ranzal: Maybe that's how ya do stuff where you come from, but it ain't the way here! Marth: My apologies to you all. Imperial Commander: Change of plan, men! The stranger no longer matters—bring me the head of that traitorous prince! Euden: To arms, everyone! Everyone: Right! Luca: Heck yeah! We drove 'em off! Marth: Thank you all for coming to my aid. Euden: We should be thanking you, Marth. I was happy that you rejected the Empire's offer. But are you sure that was the decision you wanted to make in your heart? Marth: ...My mother was killed by a dragon. They stole both my country and my family, and long have I hated them for such. But killing and hate bring only more of the same. I may not know exactly why I was brought to this world, but I DO know it was not simply to vent my own resentments. Euden: Well said. Marth: Besides, in this conflict, it is clear to me which side truly desires peace. Thus, I choose to put my faith in your ideals...and your blade. Euden: I won't let your trust be misplaced. Episode 5 The Meaning of Fate Marth: I have finished tending the fields, Cleo. Cleo: Thank you, Marth. It was enough for you to stay here in the castle with me—I didn't expect you to help with chores as well. Marth: And yet, watching the castle and caring for the fields are both important tasks. The last thing we want is for our stronghold to be overrun by the enemy. Cleo: How very right. Marth: Incidentally, I heard that you are quite familiar with the history of this country. Cleo: I suppose you could say that, yes. Marth: Might you teach me? I hope to learn more about the history of Alberia, and specifically how humans and dragons came to live side-by-side. Cleo: I'd be happy to tell you what I know. While they may live in harmony now, humans and dragons were once the greatest of enemies. History tells us the battle between them was a fearsome one indeed. Marth: ...... Cleo: But one day, a great calamity appeared in this world, and the races joined forces in order to beat it back and restore peace across the land. That is how the current relationship came about. Marth: I see. Cleo: Might I ask where your interest in this matter comes from? Marth: I have just been thinking about somethi— Elisanne: Cleo! Are you there?! Cleo: What's wrong, Elisanne? You look flustered. Ranzal: It's Euden. He's hurt. Euden: Urrrgh... Marth: What happened to you?! Elisanne: We were saving a child who had been captured by fiends... Euden: N-no, it's okay. I'm fiiii... Aaargh! Cleo: Another act of recklessness, I assume. You can tell me all about it after I heal you. Marth: Allow me to assist you, Cleo! How are you feeling today, Prince Euden? Euden: I'm fine, thanks. I honestly feel ready to get back to work, but Cleo said that if I didn't take at least three days off, she'd poison my lunch. I don't THINK she's serious, but... Marth: Heh. Her healing magic truly is amazing. Euden: Oh, it is—and I've taken advantage of it more times than I can count. I feel terrible for all the worry I cause. Marth: It is a difficult thing indeed to help both yourself and others. But the thought of letting even a single person die is often too much to bear. Euden: I completely understand what you mean. I don't want anyone to be hurt if there's any way to avoid it. Marth: And yet, I think you are forgetting an important piece of the puzzle. No matter how gallant the action, its meaning is lost if you do not live on afterward. You must survive in order to enact the will of your friends—and your kingdom. This is the duty of one charged with saving an entire country. Euden: ...... Marth: That is not an original thought, I fear. It is something I was told by a friend when I first learned my sister had entrusted me with my country's future. That was the moment I realized my life does not belong to me alone. Euden: That definitely sounds like something I should think about. I need to become even stronger than I am so I can protect both the people I care about and my own skin. Marth: Looking at you feels like looking at my past self. At first, I wasn't certain we were truly as similar as your friends were suggesting, but now I see it is indeed the case. Euden: It's hard to believe we come from such different worlds. It feels like we've known each other for our entire lives. Marth: Agreed. But now that I am here, there's something I wish to see with my own two eyes. Euden: What's that? Marth: I want to witness the kind of peace that can be created through the bonds of human and dragon. The war in my world may be over, but dragons live on. After coming here, I feel I have a duty to realize the peace your world has found in my own. Euden: That's a noble goal. Marth: I think that is the real reason I was brought to this world—and why I came to meet you. To assist you on your own path to peace. I know that to be true now. Euden: In that case, I should be even more grateful for our meeting. Knowing you ended the conflict in your world makes me even more determined to end the conflict in my own. I'm going to show you that I can realize the same peace here. Marth: Your strength and altruism will see you to this end. I am certain of it. Our time together may be short, but I want us to remain the best of friends during it. Euden: Agreed! Let's make the most of what fate has given us!

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Trivia

• Discounting remakes, Marth is the only character in the history of the Fire Emblem series to star as the central character in more than one Fire Emblem game.

Gallery

Main article: Marth/gallery

External links

• Marth at Fire Emblem Wiki, the Fandom wiki on Fire Emblem.