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“You would ask Renais to rescue us from...a natural disaster?”
—Vigarde to Lyon in a flashback

Vigarde is an antagonist in Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones. He is the stalwart Silent Emperor of the Grado Empire and father of Lyon.

Profile[]

Before the events of The Sacred Stones, Vigarde was a wise and kindhearted man whose camaraderie with King Fado of Renais started a lasting friendship between the two nations.

During his travel across Grado, Vigarde's royal procession was set upon by some dogs that were troubling the horses drawing his carriage. A young Glen and Cormag, who were watching the procession and saw the dogs troubling the horses, threw stones to drive them off. Unfortunately, they hit several of his guards in the process, who promptly arrested them for assault. Vigarde, knowing that the boys had good intentions, ordered the two released and invited them to a feast. Taking note of their skills, he offered them a spot in the army, which they accepted, with Glen quickly becoming a member of the original Imperial Three. When Valter went insane after getting his hands on fellow general Duessel's cursed lance, Vigarde dismissed him from service, replacing him with Selena.

One year before the events of the game, Emperor Vigarde died due to a lasting sickness. His death drove his son, Prince Lyon, into despair. By manipulating the Sacred Stone of Grado, also known as the Fire Emblem, which housed the spirit of the Demon King Fomortiis, Lyon managed to bring his father's corpse back to life, but only as a mindless puppet of what it originally used to be. Prince Lyon, now consumed by Fomortiis' spirit, used his father's puppet corpse to orchestrate the destruction of the Sacred Stones.

Vigarde's mood swing was noted by the Imperial Three, although they were unable to determine the root cause of the change. During this time, he also instated three new, questionable generals; Riev, a Rausten bishop who was excommunicated for his worship of the Demon King, Caellach, a Jehanna mercenary, and Valter. Vigarde then declared war on all of Magvel with the intent to destroy the Sacred Stones, first starting with Renais. Throughout the events of the game, he orders his generals to either defend Grado, set out to destroy the other Sacred Stones or kill the Renais royal siblings. Selena remained loyal to Vigarde, while Duessel outright defected due to the injustice of Vigarde's war, joining Ephraim's group at Bethroen. Glen was going to defect but was killed by Valter in the mountains of Carcino.

Vigarde's corpse was eventually fought and killed by Ephraim's group in Chapter 14B, Father and Son. The body then disappeared without a trace.

In-Game[]

The Sacred Stones[]

Stats[]

* Dropped when defeated.

Overall[]

Secret Book (Artwork)
Subjective: The following part of this article is based upon the editor's personal experiences and opinions, and therefore may not be applicable for all readers.

As with all generals, Vigarde is particularly weak against armor-busting gear. Unfortunately, he is positioned on a throne, and as such is capable of evading attacks from most armor-busting weapons.

Ephraim's Reginleif, however, is generally accurate enough to hit Vigarde with decent reliability. A reasonably leveled Ephraim should be able to defeat Vigarde on his own, assuming that the player positions Ephraim by Vigarde, waits for Vigarde to attack, and heals Ephraim as necessary.

If the player's Reginleif is broken, arming Duessel with a Hammer could be a decent last resort alternative.

Fire Emblem Heroes[]

Silent Emperor
The once-admired Emperor of Grado. Known as the Silent Emperor, he has been reduced to only a shadow of his former self. Appears in Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones.

Base Stats[]

Rarity:
✯✯✯
Vigarde Heroes spriteTitle
Silent Emperor
Group
Heroes Armored Armored
LevelHPAtkSpdDefRes
1
40
18/19/20
39/42/45
10/11/12
42/45/48
6/7/8
23/26/29
12/13/14
37/40/43
3/4/5
22/25/28
SkillsWeapon
FEH skill offense Steel LanceFEH Lance Lance
✯✯✯✯
Vigarde Heroes spriteTitle
Silent Emperor
Group
Heroes Armored Armored
LevelHPAtkSpdDefRes
1
40
18/19/20
40/43/46
11/12/13
42/45/48
6/7/8
24/27/30
13/14/15
39/42/46
3/4/5
23/26/29
SkillsWeapon
FEH skill offense Protection Pike
FEH skill special Dragon Gaze
FEH Lance Lance
✯✯✯✯✯
Vigarde Heroes spriteTitle
Silent Emperor
Group
Heroes Armored Armored
LevelHPAtkSpdDefRes
1
40
19/20/21
43/46/49
11/12/13
44/47/50
7/8/9
26/30/33
13/14/15
41/44/48
4/5/6
26/29/32
SkillsWeapon
FEH skill offense Protection Pike+
FEH skill special Dragon Gaze
FEH Lance Lance

Skills[]

TypeNamePrerequisiteDefaultUnlocked
FEH skill offenseIron Lance---
Steel Lance---
Protection Pike-FEH Star Rarity 4FEH Star Rarity 3
Protection Pike+-FEH Star Rarity 5FEH Star Rarity 5
FEH skill specialDragon Gaze-FEH Star Rarity 4FEH Star Rarity 3
Dragon FangDragon Gaze-FEH Star Rarity 4
AFEH Def Res Ideal 1 Def Res Ideal 1--
FEH Def Res Ideal 2 Def Res Ideal 2FEH Def Res Ideal 1 Def Res Ideal 1FEH Star Rarity 4
FEH Def Res Ideal 3 Def Res Ideal 3FEH Def Res Ideal 2 Def Res Ideal 2FEH Star Rarity 5
CFEH Wary Fighter 1 Wary Fighter 1--
FEH Wary Fighter 2 Wary Fighter 2FEH Wary Fighter 1 Wary Fighter 1-
FEH Wary Fighter 3 Wary Fighter 3FEH Wary Fighter 2 Wary Fighter 2FEH Star Rarity 4

Overall[]

Secret Book (Artwork)
Subjective: The following part of this article is based upon the editor's personal experiences and opinions, and therefore may not be applicable for all readers.
Base Set[]
Counters[]
Skill Inheritance[]

Meet Some of the Heroes[]

Silent Emperor Vigarde
Vigarde silent emperor pop01 The Grado Empire is the most powerful nation on the continent of Magvel. Here's Vigarde, Grado's emperor!
Vigarde silent emperor pop02 He's often called the "Silent Emperor" because of his gentle, kindhearted nature. Which makes it quite strange that he'd suddenly order an invasion of his ally, the kingdom of Renais...
Vigarde silent emperor pop03 It's as if he's changed into someone else entirely! Apparently, it's not just Renais that's been subjected to Grado's newfound aggression...
Vigarde silent emperor pop04 Vigarde's trusted advisor, Duessel, implored him to abandon this meaningless violence, but his pleas fell on deaf ears. What could be driving Vigarde?
Closely Associated Characters
Lyon Beloved son of the emperor of Grado, Vigarde. Like his father, who is referred to as the Silent Emperor, he prefers to keep to himself.
Duessel One of Grado's oldest generals, he is known as the Obsidian, one of the Imperial Three. Retainer to Vigarde.

Warmhearted Sire
Beloved emperor of Grado, once known as the Silent Emperor. He is said to have great concern for the well-being of all his people, far and wide. Appears in Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones.

Base Stats[]

Rarity: ✯✯✯✯✯

Vigarde Warmhearted Sire Heroes spriteTitle
Warmhearted Sire
Group
Heroes Armored Armored
LevelHPAtkSpdDefRes
1
40
20/21/22
48/51/55
9/10/11
42/45/48
6/7/8
23/26/30
9/10/11
44/47/50
11/12/13
28/31/35
SkillsWeapon
FEH skill offense Axe of Devotion+
FEH skill special Glowing Ember
FEH Axe Axe

Skills[]

TypeNamePrerequisiteDefaultUnlocked
FEH skill offenseIron Axe---
Steel Axe---
Axe of Devotion---
Axe of Devotion+--FEH Star Rarity 5
FEH skill specialGlowing Ember---
IgnisGlowing Ember--
AFEH Atk Def Form 1 Atk Def Form 1--
FEH Atk Def Form 2 Atk Def Form 2FEH Atk Def Form 1 Atk Def Form 1-
FEH Atk Def Form 3 Atk Def Form 3FEH Atk Def Form 1 Atk Def Form 1-
BFEH Even Follow-Up 1 Even Follow-Up 1--
FEH Even Follow-Up 2 Even Follow-Up 2FEH Even Follow-Up 1 Even Follow-Up 1-
FEH Even Follow-Up 3 Even Follow-Up 3FEH Even Follow-Up 2 Even Follow-Up 2FEH Star Rarity 5

Overall[]

Secret Book (Artwork)
Subjective: The following part of this article is based upon the editor's personal experiences and opinions, and therefore may not be applicable for all readers.
Base Set[]
Counters[]
Skill Inheritance[]

Meet Some of the Heroes[]

Warmhearted Sire Vigarde
Vigarde warmhearted sire pop01 Vigarde, the emperor of Magvel's Grado Empire is here to join the Day of Devotion festivities!
Vigarde warmhearted sire pop02 For this festival appearance, Vigarde has chosen some long, flowing attire. Just the thing to convey his dignified status as Grado's emperor!
Vigarde warmhearted sire pop03 He's also carrying a large axe that was specially made for the festival. I wonder if the two flowers on it are meant to represent him and his son Lyon?
Vigarde warmhearted sire pop04 Some call Vigarde the "Silent Emperor" due to his quiet and gentle nature. I suppose it's only natural that he would appreciate the customs and gratitude of the Day of Devotion!
Closely Associated Characters
Lyon Beloved son of the emperor of Grado, Vigarde. Like his father, who is referred to as the Silent Emperor, he prefers to keep to himself.
Dussel One of Grado's oldest generals, he is known as the Obsidian, one of the Imperial Three. Retainer to Vigarde.
Selena Commoner from out of a desolate village who used her magic ability to become the Fluorspar of the Imperial Three. Retainer to Vigarde.

Quotes[]

The Sacred Stones[]

Battle Conversations[]

Vs. Ephraim

  • Ephraim: Vigarde! Why did you invade Renais? Why did you kill my father?
  • Vigarde: ......
  • Ephraim: Answer me, Vigarde! ...So you really have lost hold of your senses, haven't you?

Vs. Duessel

  • Vigarde: ......
  • Duessel: Your Majesty, am I finished?
  • Vigarde: ......
  • Duessel: Your Majesty... It's too late, isn't it? ...Forgive me.
  • Vigarde: ......

Death Quote[]

“......”
—Vigarde's death quote

Heroes[]

Vigarde/Heroes Quotes

Choose Your Legends Placement History[]

Round Placement Character Version Votes

CYL1 Ineligible
CYL2 Ineligible
CYL3 Ineligible
CYL4 Ineligible
CYL5 432 CYL Vigarde Portrait
The Sacred Stones
74
CYL6 405
↑7
CYL Vigarde Portrait
The Sacred Stones
118
↑44
CYL7 388
↑17
CYL Vigarde Portrait
The Sacred Stones
44
↓74

CYL8 429
↓41
CYL Vigarde Portrait
The Sacred Stones
13
↓31

Etymology[]

'Vigarde' probably derives from the word 'Vígríðr', which, in Norse mythology, is the field on which the battles of Ragnarök will take place.

Gallery[]

See main article: Vigarde/Gallery.
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