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Sidequest 7 Noble Lineage
Fire Emblem: Awakening

Sidequest 7 Noble Lineage

Learn how to recruit Brady and defend villagers in Sidequest 7: Noble Lineage for Fire Emblem: Awakening. Get tips on defensive strategies and rewards!

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Learn how to recruit Brady and defend villagers in Sidequest 7: Noble Lineage for Fire Emblem: Awakening. Get tips on defensive strategies and rewards!

Alright, let's tackle Sidequest 7, also known as 'Noble Lineage'! This one's a defensive map, so we'll need to set up our units carefully to protect the villagers. Don't worry, it's not too complicated once you know the drill.

Recruiting Brady:

You'll see Brady right there with you at the start of the map. To recruit him, simply have either Chrom or Maribelle talk to him. He joins as a Priest at level 10. He's a great healer, but might be a bit fragile early on, so keep him safe!

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Set up your defenses: This map is all about protecting the villagers. You'll want to pair up your units and assign them to guard the various entrances to the village. The goal is to prevent enemies from reaching the villagers.
  2. 2
    Protect the villagers: Place your defensive units about two squares away from the villagers. This is crucial because it stops most enemies from reaching them with ranged attacks. Keep an eye out for enemies with Longbows, as they can still hit the villagers from a distance.
  3. 3
    Distraction or Offense: If you have a really strong, self-sufficient unit or pair, you can send them out into the field to act as a lure. They can draw enemy attention away from the villagers, giving your main defense more breathing room. Alternatively, if you have several powerful units, you can go on the offensive. Send units in each direction, prioritizing enemies closest to the village first before pushing further out. This approach also keeps the villagers safe.
  4. 4
    Boss Encounter: Eventually, the boss, Xalbador, will start to move towards your position. He's a Hero at level 12 and has ranged attacks, so be prepared to deal with him. Make sure to take him out before he gets too close or causes too much trouble.
Tips
  • Saving villagers is key! The more villagers you save, the better your rewards will be. The rewards stack, meaning if you save 4 villagers, you get all the rewards up to that point, not just the 4th one.
  • Consider your unit pairings carefully for defense. Units with high defense and resistance will be your best bet for holding the line.
  • Don't underestimate the boss. Xalbador can be tough, especially with his ranged capabilities. Have a plan to engage and defeat him.
  • Save 1 Villager: Mend (a healing staff)
  • Save 2 Villagers: Blessed Lance
  • Save 3 Villagers: Bullion (M)
  • Save 4 Villagers: Seraph Robe
  • Save 5 Villagers: Recover (a healing item)

Boss Details:

  • Name: Xalbador
  • Class: Hero
  • Level: 12
  • Items: Tomahawk, Master Seal

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