Alcryst

Second prince of Brodia and Diamant's younger brother, he is prone to self-deprecation. Appears in Fire Emblem Engage. Name: Alcryst Gender: Male Race: Human Birthday: October 15 Age: 17 Height: 5'7" Relatives: Morion (Father), Unnamed Mother, Grand Duke of Brodia (Uncle), Diamant (Older Brother), Citrinne (Cousin) Occupation: Second Prince of Brodia Weapon: Bows </Personal Information> Alcryst is a slender young man with short blue hair with a black hairclip on it, red eyes and pale skin. He wears a white shirt with a red waistcoat over it, white pants, red and black shoulder guard on his left arm and red and black legplates. Alcryst is apologetic to a fault and compares himself unfavorably to his exceptional brother, carrying a negative personality. He is self-deprecating over the slightest perceived inconvenience he creates and carries such low-self esteem that he vocally considers himself useless. He can be self-sacrificing on the battlefield, stating that it would be better for him to take the place of others on the front lines, despite being a bow specialist. Much of this can be attributed to growing up among people who compared him unfavorably to Diamant, leading him to believe they spoke the truth. Despite this, he worships his older brother and they have a close relationship.

Usually through gentle understanding or by piquing his interest, Alcryst is quite sociable and does carry the fortitude of royalty. Once he has moved past his self-loathing, he is a kindhearted soul and can achieve great things once motivated. While he often focuses on his own perceived lack of good qualities, he is perceptive to his allies best traits, often ones that they themselves do not see. He's also very self-aware of his problems, though more in the sense of how they might be a liability to his peers than the detriment they pose to his well-being.

He admires both King Morion and Diamant, both of which he shares a strong familial bond with. Both in turn gently support Alcryst and help him to see his true value as a prince and warrior. Since he carries no desire to rule Brodia, he is a stalwart supporter of both of them. When Morion questioned Alcryst about what he would do should he and Diamant die, Alcryst responds that he will fight will all his power so such a possibility could not happen. Alcryst also is very close to his retainers Lapis and Citrinne. Due in part to his negativity, he has a protective streak for both, forcing both to remind him that he is the liege and they are the retainers.

Alcryst also has a more ruthless and less forgiving side, though it's rare. This is most prominently displayed in his initial interactions with Ivy, whom he resents for her role in his father's death. However, when she apologizes, he makes an effort to overcome his anger. Overall, he's very forward with his emotions, wearing his heart on his sleeve.

According to his groom variant in Heroes, Alcryst is skilled with stringed instruments, suggesting talent with music. His supports with Pandreo also imply he's a good dancer, if not self-conscious about it. Alcryst is the second prince of Brodia. He is the son of King Morion and younger brother of the Crown Prince, Diamant. He has Lapis and his cousin Citrinne as his retainers.

When news arrived at Brodia of the Divine Dragon Alear's impending arrival, Morion sent Alcryst and his retainers to meet them. At the border, Elusia had already begun attacking Brodia, thus Alcryst was put on high alert. When he eventually found them, he immediately fired a warning shot at Alear. However, after announcing themselves to the young Prince, Alcryst immediately approached them and began to grovel in front of them as he apologized for attacking them. As Alcryst guides Alear and their forces to Brodia Castle, an Elusian force lead by Princess Hortensia intercepts them, leading to a skirmish. Alcryst and his retainers lend their aid, successfully repelling the the Elusians.

Back at the castle, Alear meets King Morion who gives them a warm reception and praises his youngest son for safely guiding them. Suddenly, Brodia Castle is sieged by the Elusian Crown Princess Ivy. A fierce battle ensues with the Elusian forces repelled once more. A messenger appears shortly after, declaring that King Hyacinth wishes to duel Morion. Though clearly a trap, Morion's insistence on honor and courage leads him to meet the Hyacinth's challenge head on. Before leaving, he has a brief heart-to-heart with Alcryst, asking what he would do should he and Diamant ever die. Alcryst does not directly answer the question and instead states that he would do all he could to make sure the possibility never happens. Filled with pride, Morion charges into the battlefield. Unfortunately this leads to his subsequent defeat, capture, and death. Horrified by his father's death, Alcryst devotes all of his efforts for the remainder of the war supporting the Divine Dragon and upholding his promise to his father to support and protect Diamant. Alcryst uses bows as his weapon.