Jade

Jade is a character from Fire Emblem Engage. She is one of Diamant's retainers.

Profile: Jade is a royal knight from Brodia and Diamant's retainer. Originally from a mining town, she grew up as the middle child of five siblings. Her father is a gemologist and her mother is an artisan. She worked as a guard for the town, defending the local mine from bandits and earning the moniker "Iron Wall". Her stout defenses caught the attention of a royal soldier who encouraged her to enter a fighting tournament. During the tournament, Jade made it to the finals where she fought Amber, an upcoming aspiring knight. She defeated him, and due to their performance in the finals, was recruited alongside Amber to be Prince Diamant's retainers.

Shortly after King Hyacinth of Elusia called out King Morion to the Brodia-Elusia border to a duel, Jade was assigned as a border guard near the Fort on the Border. Jade was among the stationed soldiers who witnessed King Morion's capture and the subsequent assault on the boarder lead by Elusia's Crown Princess Ivy. Jade held out as much as she could until Diamant, the Divine Dragon Alear, and their forces arrived on the border to repel the Elusian army. Either by talking to Alear or Diamant, Jade joins the Divine Dragon's army.

Personality: Jade maintains an air of calmness and seriousness as she faithfully fulfills her duty as a soldier of Brodia and most importantly, a retainer to Prince Diamant. By her own admission, she has difficulty expressing her emotions visibly, but does truly appreciate her allies and people who take time to converse with her. Her stalwart demeanor earned her a reputation as an impenetrable force, aptly earning her the moniker "Iron Wall." This also makes her utterly fearless as she courageously infiltrated and squashed a gang of bandits who held a grudge against her by herself and suffered few injuries in the skirmish. To keep herself centered, Jade enjoys meditation.

Despite her stone-faced demeanor, Jade is surprisingly humorous and cheerful. She is an avid novelist and writes comedies during her free time. She often takes inspiration from her more eccentric allies in the army and is observant of their qualities and quirks. Her most popular books are inspired by her fellow retainer, Amber, which, though they do highlight his occasional mishaps in comedic fashion, also depict his more positive qualities, demonstrating Jade's tasteful tact in her allies' depictions. Her stories are well-regarded amongst her allies, with Diamant always looking forward to her next story installments and Lindon, who has claimed to have read every book in Elyos, stating that her novels are some of the funniest things he has ever read.

Weapon: Wields an axe and a large metal shield as tall as her body.

Appearance Description:

A disciplined and steadfast woman whose unwavering resolve is reflected in every aspect of her bearing. Calm, serious, and deeply honorable, she carries herself with the quiet confidence of a veteran knight who believes that actions speak louder than words. Though her stern expression can appear intimidating to strangers, those who know her recognize a compassionate protector willing to place herself in harm's way for the sake of others. Her presence inspires trust through discipline rather than charisma, embodying the ideals of loyalty, courage, and selfless service.

She possesses a tall, athletic physique with broad shoulders and a powerfully conditioned frame developed through years of rigorous military training. Well-defined muscles can be seen in her arms and legs where the armor allows, while her balanced proportions emphasize endurance and strength over speed. Every movement is deliberate and efficient, reflecting the precision of an accomplished knight who has mastered both defensive and offensive combat.

Her skin is fair with a healthy complexion that shows little sign of vanity, instead reflecting the practical lifestyle of a lifelong warrior. The portions visible beneath her armor are smooth yet subtly toned, hinting at countless hours spent training beneath the weight of heavy plate.

Her face is refined and youthful, featuring a softly rounded jawline, delicate cheekbones, and a composed expression that rarely betrays her emotions. Her lips are usually set in a neutral line, giving her an air of quiet determination rather than coldness. Even in moments of rest, her features project vigilance and unwavering focus.

Her eyes are a striking golden-amber, carrying a calm yet piercing gaze that reflects remarkable discipline and unshakable conviction. Though naturally stern, her eyes soften noticeably when speaking to allies or those under her protection, revealing the kindness hidden beneath her disciplined exterior.

Her long golden-blonde hair is gathered into a high ponytail that flows well past her waist in smooth, neatly maintained strands. A few loose locks frame either side of her face beneath her helmet, adding a subtle touch of softness to her otherwise imposing appearance. The ponytail emerges cleanly from the rear of her helmet, swaying gracefully with each movement while maintaining a practical style suitable for combat.

She possesses a moderately full, athletic bust that complements her strong physique. Her polished breastplate is carefully shaped to accommodate her feminine figure while prioritizing protection and unrestricted movement, allowing practicality to take precedence over ornamentation without sacrificing elegance.

She wears a magnificent suit of polished silver plate armor accented by brilliant gold trim and bold crimson heraldic details. The sculpted breastplate is reinforced with layered plating that offers exceptional protection while maintaining a refined silhouette. Large angular pauldrons decorated with crimson panels and dark ornamental motifs broaden her shoulders, emphasizing both her authority and battlefield presence.

A heavy steel gorget protects her neck beneath a fully enclosed knight's helmet that leaves only her face exposed. The helmet features elegant vertical ridges and a crimson stripe along one side, reinforcing its noble military design while framing her face without obscuring her vision.

Around her waist rests a layered arrangement of plated faulds over teal fabric, providing flexibility without compromising protection. Red armored tassets trimmed in gold hang from either side of her hips, adding visual weight and reinforcing the prestigious appearance of her armor. Beneath the plated skirt, decorative golden fringe peeks through, lending subtle ceremonial elegance to the otherwise practical ensemble.

Her arms are completely protected by articulated silver vambraces and gauntlets trimmed with polished gold. Every joint is carefully engineered for mobility, allowing her to wield heavy weapons or raise a shield without hindrance. Matching gold bracelets and decorative fittings add restrained ornamentation befitting a knight of distinguished rank.

Her legs are enclosed within fitted teal leggings beneath reinforced silver cuisses, knee guards, and greaves. Bold crimson accents decorate portions of her lower leg armor, while polished gold trim ties the design seamlessly into the rest of the ensemble. Heavy armored sabatons complete the outfit, providing exceptional stability and protection while maintaining the refined appearance expected of a noble warrior.

The overall color palette of polished silver, crimson, gold, teal, and golden blonde creates an appearance that is both regal and imposing. Combined with her disciplined posture, resolute expression, immaculate armor, and commanding presence, she gives the unmistakable impression of an elite knight devoted to justice—a steadfast guardian whose greatest strength lies not only in her martial prowess, but in her unwavering commitment to protecting those who cannot defend themselves.

The continent of Elyos is comprised of two separate landmasses. The larger, ring-shaped landmass is divided into four realms, with Firene in the southwest quadrant, Brodia in the northwest, Elusia in the northeast, and Solm in the southeast. In the center of this ring is an island home to a fifth realm called Lythos.

Elyos has a connection to the worlds of previous Fire Emblem titles through special rings representing the spirits of previous Fire Emblem Lords called Emblems.

Brodia is noted throughout Elyos for its pride and military strength. It is a rugged country with rich mineral deposits that lend to its reputation for precious gemstones and most importantly metal, supporting its militant policies. Brodia has mostly maintained neutral ties with the other nations of Elyos though they have a positive relationship with their neighboring country of Firene as Firene trades food for Brodia's minerals. Brodia however has dealt with centuries of rivalry if not outright hostility with their other neighboring country of Elusia. In more recent years, it is due to Elusia's worshiping of the Fell Dragon Sombron that Brodia and Elusia are at war with each other, though mostly to a stalemate.

Though not as devoutly religious with the Divine Dragons as Firene, Brodia's royal family are aligned with Divine Dragons and have on occasion made visits to the Somniel to see the slumbering Alear. Like the other nations of Elyos, after the fall of the Fell Dragon Sombron, Borodia was tasked with safeguarding one of the Emblem Ring, the Ring of the Young Lion.

Medieval Fantasy Setting