Cervantes

Profile: One of Valm's most capable warriors, Cervantes has never been bested in combat. Believing that it was his beard that protected him in his first battle, he has never shaved it ever since, concerned that he would be vulnerable again if he did. Cervantes first appears in Chapter 16, where, under Walhart's orders, he is sent with a group of Valmese to intercept Chrom and the Shepherds at the Mila Tree after knowing that they were there to visit Tiki. Cervantes and his soldiers put up a good fight, but he eventually suffers his first loss and is forced to retreat.

Before the battle outside of Valm Castle, Excellus and Cervantes talk about the eventual "bloodbath" between Walhart's forces and Chrom's army. Though Excellus claims that he is unmatched by anyone due to his vast network of blackmail, Cervantes merely scoffs at his comment when he cowers before Walhart. After Chrom's army repels Walhart back into Valm Castle, he is surprised to see that the dynasts formerly under the control of Yen'fay, and to a lesser extent, Excellus, are now helping the siege of Valm Castle. He once again scoffs at Excellus' notion that they are equal and leaves to prepare to defend his liege. Though he puts up a good fight against Chrom's forces, Cervantes is ultimately defeated and dies in battle.

Personality: Because Cervantes often boasts about his beard, many often have difficulty understanding words that are similarly pronounced to beard. In the Japanese version, the running gag was that he often uses the word 'hair', which could mean hair on the head or other body hairs (e.g., beard). Others would look at his bald head first while pointing out that he had none, and he would angrily correct them with a more specific word. He seems fond of his mustache.

Gender: Male

Skin Tone: Light with a slightly ruddy undertone

Hair Color: Bald (facial hair is dark brown)

Hairstyle: Clean-shaven head

Eyes: Dark, intense gaze

Build: Shorter than average but extremely broad and stocky

Physique: Heavily built and barrel-chested, emphasizing brute strength and durability

Facial Hair: Large, extravagant curled mustache that dominates his facial features

Outfit: Massive red heavy armor with layered plating across the chest, shoulders, and legs. The armor is thick and reinforced, designed for frontline defense. Silver-gray under-armor is visible at the joints, while subtle decorative etchings line the red plating. A dark cloth tabard hangs from his waist.

Accessories: Enormous rectangular tower shield in matching red with silver trim, black gloves, wide metal belt, and full greaves—completing the imposing look of a seasoned, fortress-like general.

Weapon: Halbred

Medieval Fantasy Setting