Samuel

Samuel Artwork of Samuel from the Trading Card Game. A mercenary in Lang's employ with a facetious personality. Falsely claims to be Navarre.

Gender Male Race Human Nationality Archanean Starting class Mercenary (Mystery of the Emblem) Myrmidon (New Mystery of the Emblem) Appearance(s) Mystery of the Emblem Book II New Mystery of the Emblem

“	Samuel's... a bit of a character, I'll admit. But his skill with a blade is second to none!	”	— A villager on Samuel

Samuel (Japanese: サムトー Samto) is a travelling practitioner of swordplay who often impersonates Navarre, the Scarlet Sword. Initially a slave gladiator from Knorda before being freed by fellow slave Ogma, he later fought in the War of Heroes under the employ of General Lang of Archanea before defecting to Prince Marth's Altean Army.

Samuel is a playable character in Book 2 of Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem and its remake, New Mystery of the Emblem.

Biography

Some time prior to the War of Shadows, Samuel was a pitfighter enslaved in Knorda who, along with his fellow pitfighters, was rescued by Ogma and allowed to escape while he got caught. Despite being tortured, Ogma never told his captors of Samuel and the others' whereabouts. Eventually, during the War of Heroes, Samuel was hired by Lang, who believed he was Navarre. Either Caeda, who quickly found out he wasn't Navarre, or Ogma, whom Samuel wanted to repay him for saving him, recruited Samuel to Marth's army. Samuel continued to serve Marth for the duration of the war.

Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem

Book 2

Role

Samuel is a playable character in Book 2 of Mystery of the Emblem, recruited in Chapter 6. Before being recruited, he initially appears on the map masqueraded as Navarre. As he has the Aquarius Shard in his inventory, recruiting or killing him to get the shard is required to get the true ending of the game.

Starting stats and growth rates

Mercenary
Level	5
Movement	7
Experience	32*

Recruitment: Chapter 6, talk to with Ogma or Caeda
(Initially appears to be Navarre)

Stats Growth Rates

Max HP	22	Luck	4
Strength	6	W. Level	7
Skill	10	Defense	7
Speed	11	Resistance	0

Max HP	70%	Luck	10%
Strength	20+10%	W. Level	40+10%
Skill	20+10%	Defense	10%
Speed	60+10%	Resistance	3%

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Weapons	Items
Killing Edge	Aquarius Shard
Weapons Sword ✓ Lance ✗ Axe ✗ Bow ✗ Tome ✗ Staff ✗

Promotion stat gains

Class	HP	Str	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Hero	+x to 22	+2	+2	+2	+0	+2	+3	+0	+x to 2

In Mystery of the Emblem, promotion gains for HP and weapon level consist of giving the character as many points as necessary—the x value shown in the table—to reach the promoted class's base value. If the character's value for one of those two stats is higher than their promoted class's base value, they will not receive any bonus in that stat.

Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem

Role

Samuel is a playable character in New Mystery of the Emblem, recruited in Chapter 6. Before being recruited, he initially appears on the map masqueraded as Navarre. As he has the Aquarius Shard in his inventory, recruiting or killing him to get the shard is required to get the true ending of the game.

Starting stats and growth rates

Myrmidon
Level	5
Movement	7

Recruitment: Chapter 6, talk to with Ogma or Caeda
(Initially appears to be Navarre)

Stats Growth Rates

Max HP	22	Speed	11
Strength	6	Luck	3
Magic	0+1	Defense	7
Skill	10	Resistance	0+1

Max HP	80%	Speed	70%
Strength	30%	Luck	30%
Magic	0%	Defense	20%
Skill	30%	Resistance	0%

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Inventory
Killing Edge  Aquarius Shard
Weapon Levels C -- -- -- -- --

Growth rates when reclassed

Original set

Cavalier/Paladin Dracoknight Archer/Sniper Mage Sage/Bishop Curate

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Cavalier/Paladin	80%	35%	0%	35%	55%	30%	30%	0%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Dracoknight	70%	30%	0%	30%	65%	30%	25%	5%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Archer/Sniper	80%	30%	0%	30%	70%	30%	25%	0%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Mage	60%	10%	30%	30%	60%	30%	0%	15%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Sage/Bishop	60%	5%	20%	30%	60%	30%	0%	25%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Curate	60%	5%	10%	25%	60%	30%	5%	35%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

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Second set

These classes are only available after beating Hard Mode.

Knight/General Mercenary/Hero Fighter/Warrior Hunter/Horseman Pirate/Berserker Dark Mage/Sorcerer

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Knight/General	100%	35%	0%	30%	40%	30%	45%	0%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Mercenary/Hero	90%	40%	0%	35%	60%	30%	25%	0%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Fighter/Warrior	110%	60%	0%	35%	50%	30%	20%	0%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Hunter/Horseman	80%	40%	0%	25%	65%	30%	20%	0%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Pirate/Berserker	110%	50%	0%	25%	70%	30%	15%	0%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha	Bld
Dark Mage/Sorcerer	60%	5%	20%	30%	60%	30%	0%	25%	{{{cha}}}	{{{bld}}}

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Promotion stat gains

Original set

Myrmidon Curate Archer Cavalier Mage

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Swordmaster	+6	+2	+1	+2	+2	+0	+2	+3	+1	+75 WEXP

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Bishop	+6	+1	+2	+1	+0	+0	+0	+4	+1	E +30 WEXP

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sniper	+8	+2	+1	+5	+5	+0	+1	+3	+2	+75 WEXP

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Paladin	+4	+2	+1	+3	+1	+0	+1	+6	+1	+30 WEXP

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sage	+6	+3	+2	+1	+1	+0	+1	+2	+0	+30 WEXP E

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Second set

These classes are only available after beating Hard Mode.

Dark Mage Fighter Hunter Knight Mercenary Pirate

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sorcerer	+2	+2	+2	+1	+1	+0	+0	+3	+0	+30 WEXP E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Warrior	+6	+2	+0	+1	+1	+0	+2	+1	+1	+30 WEXP E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Horseman	+2	+0	+1	+2	+2	+0	+3	+3	+3	E +30 WEXP

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
General	+10	+2	+1	+1	+4	+0	+4	+3	+1	+30 WEXP E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Hero	+8	+2	+1	+2	+2	+0	+2	+3	+1	+30 WEXP E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Berserker	+6	+2	+0	+1	+1	+0	+2	+0	+1	+30 WEXP

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Analysis

This character analysis section may not be accurate to every player's experience.

Samuel lives up to his title of being a dollar store version of Navarre by being worse in pretty much every single way. Navarre and Ogma are servicable units themselves, but coming with worse bases and growths than both with pretty much the same availability is terrible. He gets one rounded or one shotted by every enemy in his joining chapter on Lunatic and lacks any additional utility which he could bring to the army. He does come with a pretty good C rank in swords, but the same rank can be achieved through reclassing promoted units to the swordmaster class. Overall, Samuel is incredibly outclassed by Ogma and Navarre, and even if he wasn't his bases and growths are so bad that it takes more time and resources to train him up than he will ever contribute to the army.

Personality

In a stark contrast with Navarre, Samuel is a easy-going, social individual. However, while ultimately with a heart of gold, he is a flawed individual, being cowardly and somewhat overtly flirtatious, sometimes to the point of unintentionally upsetting others, as shown in his supports with Kris.

However, Samuel is not without his virtues. As shown with his interactions with Ogma, he is shown to be incredibly loyal, and intent on paying back those who do him good. In addition, despite stealing his identity for profit, Samuel is shown to look up to Navarre, to the extent that if Navarre is to die, he trains himself to be his successor in carrying the title of Scarlet Sword.

Supports

Mystery of the Emblem

Samuel Mercenary Supports: None. [[{{{supportg1}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonusg1}}} [[{{{supportg2}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonusg2}}} [[{{{supportg3}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonusg3}}} Supported by: None. [[{{{supporto1}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonuso1}}} [[{{{supporto2}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonuso2}}}

See Support § Super Famicom games for more details on supports.

New Mystery of the Emblem

Samuel Myrmidon Mutual supports: None. [[{{{supportm1}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm1}}} B: {{{bm1}}} A: {{{am1}}} [[{{{supportm2}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm2}}} B: {{{bm2}}} A: {{{am2}}} [[{{{supportm3}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm3}}} B: {{{bm3}}} A: {{{am3}}} [[{{{supportm4}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm4}}} B: {{{bm4}}} A: {{{am4}}} [[{{{supportm5}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm5}}} B: {{{bm5}}} A: {{{am5}}} Supported by:* Kris Myrmidon C: 5 B: 11 A: 18 Ogma Mercenary C: 5 B: 11 A: 18 Navarre Myrmidon C: 5 B: 10 A: 16 [[{{{supporto4}}}]] Bishop C: {{{co4}}} B: {{{bo4}}} A: {{{ao4}}} [[{{{supporto5}}}]] Bishop C: {{{co5}}} B: {{{bo5}}} A: {{{ao5}}}

See Support § Nintendo DS games for more details on supports.

Base conversations

Main article: Samuel/Conversations

Endings

Mystery of the Emblem

Book 2

If Navarre survived
Samuel, The Imposter
Samuel disappeared: however, it seemed that Navarre began cropping up in the most unlikely of places...

If Navarre did not survive
Samuel, The Imposter
Surprising everyone, Samuel dedicated himself to the sword, in hopes of succeeding the fallen Navarre.

New Mystery of the Emblem

If Navarre survived
Samuel, Irresponsible Soldier
Samuel vanished after the war. Rumors say that he continued to impersonate Navarre...

If Navarre did not survive
Samuel, Irresponsible Soldier
Following Navarre's death, Samuel honed his sword skills to succeed Navarre's fame.

Quotes

Battle quotes

“	...Fool. Like, you totally won't even leave a stain on my blade, dude!	”	— Samuel, as an enemy in Chapter 6 of Mystery of the Emblem.

“	I feel bad killing you, but it was your mistake to come here. Now die!	”	— Samuel, as an enemy in Chapter 6 of New Mystery of the Emblem.

Death quotes

“	Heh... Guess my good looks... can't get me outta this one...	”	— Samuel, in Mystery of the Emblem.

“	Man... Guess I... shouldn't have lied...	”	— Samuel, if killed as an enemy in Mystery of the Emblem.

“	It's tough being handsome...	”	— Samuel, in New Mystery of the Emblem.

“	Guh... That really smarts... I suppose I'd better withdraw...	”	— Samuel's retreat quote in Casual Mode in New Mystery of the Emblem.

“	Ahh, I shouldn't have made up that lie...	”	— Samuel, if killed as an enemy in New Mystery of the Emblem.

Everyone's Conditions quotes

“	Hey, I feel stronger today! Like I could even compare to the real Navarre, er, maybe...	”	— When receiving a temporary stat boost in New Mystery of the Emblem.

“	"I'll turn no blade of mine on a woman..." Alright, it feels like I've gotten a step closer to Navarre.	”	— When receiving experience in New Mystery of the Emblem.

“	Hmm? What's this? Oh well, guess I'll pick it up.	”	— When finding an item in New Mystery of the Emblem.

“	"Take this! Killing edge!" Just kidding, haha.	”	— When failing to receive a bonus in New Mystery of the Emblem.

“	Kris, was it? I'm all curious for some reason!	”	— When receiving support with Kris in New Mystery of the Emblem.

Other appearances

Fire Emblem Cipher

Samuel is featured on two cards in Fire Emblem Cipher.

Fire Emblem Cipher data for Samuel
	Wielder of a Killing Edge, Samuel
	"I feel bad killing you, but it was your mistake to come here. Now die!"
Attack: 60	Support: 10	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 3
Class: Swordmaster	Tier: Advanced	Class Change Cost: 2
Lie! It's a Lie!: [Special] If you do not control "Samuel," you can level up "Navarre" with this card. The Killing Edge is sharp this evening...: [Activate] [] This turn, cost 3 or lower units cannot avoid this unit's attacks.
Card #B04-033HN • Artist: Senri Kita
	Myrmidon Who Calls Himself Navarre, Samuel
	"What? Ogma?! E-even someone like him is no match for me."
Attack: 40	Support: 10	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 1
Class: Myrmidon	Tier: Base	Class Change Cost: --
Lie! It's a Lie!: [Special] If you do not control "Samuel," you can level up "Navarre" with this card. Gladiators' Bonds: [Always] During your turn, if you control "Ogma," this unit gains 10 attack. Attack Emblem: [Support] Until the end of this battle, your attacking unit gains 20 attack.
Card #B04-034N • Artist: Senri Kita
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, see their TCG wiki article on Samuel .

Flavor text

Game	Text (English)	Text (Japanese)
New Mystery of the Emblem	A mercenary in Lang's employ with a facetious personality. Falsely claims to be Navarre.	ラングに雇われていた傭兵。ひょうきんな性格。 ナバールの名をかたっていた。

Choose Your Legends placement history

Round	Placement	Character	Votes

CYL 1 (2017)

566

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

148

CYL 2 (2018)

638

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

98 (−50)

CYL 3 (2019)

578 (No change)

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

113

CYL 4 (2020)

345 (−190)

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

406

CYL 5 (2021)

571

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

96 (−310)

CYL 6 (2022)

511 (−62)

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

130

CYL 7 (2023)

580

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

70 (−60)

CYL 8 (2024)

558 (−22)

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

77

CYL 9 (2025)

493 (−65)

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

79 (+2)

CYL 10 (2026)

559 (+66)

Samuel Mystery of the Emblem / New Mystery of the Emblem

45 (−34)

Total results		This character has 10 entries across all Choose Your Legends polls.	1,262

Trivia

• Samuel's battle quote as an enemy is the same as that of Navarre's from Shadow Dragon & the Blade of Light and Mystery of the Emblem Book 1.
• In the Mystery of the Emblem Hideo Takayashiki novels, the surname "Line" (Japanese リン) is given to Samuel.

Etymology and other languages

Names, etymology, and in other regions
Language	Name	Definition, etymology, and notes
English	Samuel	Used in Legacy of Archanea. A name of Hebrew origin and the name of a figure in the Bible; in the Bible, the explanation for the name Samuel is given as "I have asked for him from the Lord" (1 Samuel 1:20).
English (unofficial)	Samto	Used in the fan translations.
Japanese	サムトー	Officially Romanized as Samto. A portmanteau of the Japanese words 寒い, meaning "dull", and 刀, meaning "sword".
Spanish	Samuel	Used in the Choose Your Legends polls for Fire Emblem Heroes.
French	Samuel	Used in Legacy of Archanea.
German	Samuel	Used in Choose Your Legends.
Italian	Samuel	Used in Choose Your Legends.
Portuguese	Samuel	Used in Choose Your Legends.
Traditional Chinese	薩姆托	Samto; used in Choose Your Legends.

Gallery

Sprite Gallery
Mystery of the Emblem Mercenary Hero Sword Sword
New Mystery of the Emblem Cavalier Archer Myrmidon Mage Curate Knight Mercenary Fighter Hunter Pirate Dark Mage Dracoknight Cavalier Paladin Sword Lance Sword Lance Archer Sniper Bow Bow Myrmidon Swordmaster Sword Sword Mage Sage Tome Tome, Staff Curate Bishop Staff Tome, Staff Knight General Lance Lance Bow Mercenary Hero Sword Sword Axe Fighter Warrior Axe Axe Bow Hunter Horseman Bow Bow Sword Pirate Berserker Axe Axe Dark Mage Sorcerer Tome Tome Dracoknight Lance Axe {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Official artwork

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  Artwork of Samuel, Ogma, and Navarre from All of Fire Emblem.
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  Artwork of Samuel from the Trading Card Game.
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  Artwork of Samuel from the Trading Card Game.

Cipher artwork

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  Artwork of Samuel.
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  Artwork of Samuel.

Other appearances

Manga artwork

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  Artwork featuring Samuel from the Mystery of the Emblem 4koma Gag Battle.

References

This article is part of Project Characters, a project focused on writing articles for every character present in the Fire Emblem series.