Alm (pronounced /⁠ɑlm⁠/^[key][2]; Japanese:アルムAlm) is a youth hailing from the villageRam in the southern peninsula ofValentia, the adoptive grandson of the famous retired knightMycen and, for a time, the foster brother ofCelica. When news reached Ram of GeneralDesaix's coup againstZofia, Alm volunteered to join the Zofian liberation force to oppose the invasion by neighboringRigel; from there, Alm became a leader of the revolution, successfully fighting his way into Rigel itself. Toward the war's end, he learned of his true identity:Albein Alm Rudolf (Japanese:アルバイン・アルム・ルドルフAlbine Arum Rudlf), the only son and heir of EmperorRudolf ofRigel, and the cornerstone of Rudolf's gambit to free the world of the corrupting influence of the godsMila andDuma.^[3]

Biography

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Fire Emblem Gaiden

Role

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Starting stats and growth rates

Fighter Level 1

Recruitment:Act 1, automatically from the start StatsGrowth Rates Max HP 28 Luck 7 Strength 10 Defense 6 Skill 7 Resistance 4 Speed 6 Movement 5 Max HP 50% Luck 20% Strength 35% Defense 30% Skill 40% Resistance 0% Speed 30% Recover -- Warp -- Physic -- Expel -- Fortify -- Nosferatu -- Invoke -- Seraphim -- {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}} Equipment -- Weapons Sword ✓ Lance ✗ Bow ✗ B. Magic ✗ W. Magic ✗

Promotion stat gains

• Note: InGaiden, promotion gains consist of giving the character as many points as necessary—the "x" value shown in the table—to reach the promoted class's base stats. If any given stat at the time of promotion is higher than their promoted class's base stat, there will not be a bonus for that stat; however, ifall stats are higher, then they will receive +1 to HP.

Analysis

Alm is one of the most powerful characters in the game. He has solid bases, good growths byGaiden standards, and unique access to two powerful weapons in theRoyal Sword and theFalchion, and is the best, possibly only, user of theLightning Sword when you get it. He isn't lacking in any particular stat except his resistance, which will never increase without the use of equipment. Alm is fast enough to double almost anything but mercenaries and their promotions, although the Thunder Sword will weigh him down enough to keep him from doubling some enemies in Act 1. The Royal Sword provides a decent boost to his already decent strength and has very good hit and crit and heals 5 HP every turn, making it more useful than the Thunder Sword at this point. Alm promotes towards the middle of Act 4, rather late as you will likely have promoted most other units twice, maybe with a few third-tier promotions. Upon promotion, Alm gains the use of Bows, offering the ability to attack at range, but he will almost always be better off equipping the Royal Sword. While 10 base defense may not be too terribly impressive, 16 strength is certainly worthwhile, and Alm will still grow strength a few times, increasing it further. The Falchion is more powerful but less accurate than the Royal Sword, though it also provides healing. The Falchion is one of only two ways to hurt and kill Duma when he is below 52 HP, and given Nosferatu's abysmal 50 hit, it is the most reliable way to do so.

Fire Emblem Awakening

Role

In the Outrealms, Alm is one of theEinherjar belonging toOld Hubba. In theChampions of Yore series, Old Hubbasummoned him to assistChrom in defeating an army of female heroes led byCelica. His card was laterstolen byAversa and summoned to attack Chrom's and Celica's combined forces. Later, Aversa againconned Old Hubba into giving her the Einherjar again, forcing Chrom and the Shepherds to face off against Alm and the other legendary heroes once again. Alm reappears inLost Bloodlines 2, as the leader of a combined force ofArchanean andValentian characters; completion of this chapter allows him to join the army as a playable unit. He again features as an enemy inRogues & Redeemers 2 and3, and as anNPC ally inRogues & Redeemers 1.

Another version of Alm is playable as a bonusSpotPass character, as part of theGaiden character set.

Alm also has asword named for him:Alm's Blade. This blade, powerful but without special effect, is purchased usingRenown points.

Starting stats and growth rates

Playable

SpotPassDLC

Hero Level 20 Movement 6

Recruitment:SpotPass, hire him for 17,600G or defeat him in askirmish StatsGrowth RatesCap Modifiers Max HP 68+5 Speed 33 Strength 41 Luck 27 Magic 3 Defense 34 Skill 38 Resistance 12 Max HP 85% Speed 45% Strength 75% Luck 50% Magic 35% Defense 45% Skill 60% Resistance 25% Speed −3 Strength +4 Luck −1 Magic ±0 Defense +2 Skill +1 Resistance ±0 {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}} Inventory Skills Alm's Blade* HP +5 Zeal Sol Axebreaker Aegis Weapon Levels A -- C -- -- --

Dread Fighter Level 21 Movement 6

Recruitment:Lost Bloodlines 2, automatically at the end of the chapter StatsGrowth RatesCap Modifiers Max HP 50 Speed 20 Strength 26 Luck 18 Magic 5 Defense 22 Skill 21 Resistance 17+10 Max HP 80% Speed 45% Strength 75% Luck 50% Magic 45% Defense 45% Skill 55% Resistance 30% Speed −3 Strength +4 Luck −1 Magic ±0 Defense +2 Skill +1 Resistance ±0 {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}} Inventory Skills -- Resistance +10 Aggressor Rally Resistance* Weapon Levels B -- D -- E --

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Neutral - Champions of Yore 1

See also:Champions of Yore 1

Mercenary Level 8 Movement 5

Stats Max HP 27 Speed 7 Strength 12 Luck 5 Magic 0 Defense 9 Skill 10 Resistance 0

Inventory Skills Iron Sword -- Weapon Levels D -- -- -- -- --

Reclassing options

SpotPassDLC

Alm Base classes:* Fighter Warrior Hero Reclass options: This unit can reclass to any male class available through reclassing.

Seereclass for more details on the reclassing system.

Alm Base classes:* Dread Fighter -- -- Reclass options: This unit can reclass to any male class available through reclassing.

Seereclass for more details on the reclassing system.

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Growth rates when reclassed

Promotion stat gains

ArcherBarbarianCavalierDark MageWyvern RiderFighterKnightMageMercenaryMyrmidonPriestTacticianThief

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sniper	+4	+2	+1	+4	+3	+0	+5	+3	+1	--
Bow Knight	+8	+3	+0	+2	+4	+0	+1	+2	+3	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Berserker	+8	+5	+0	+2	+3	+0	+2	+1	+1	--
Warrior	+6	+4	+0	+5	−1	+0	+4	+3	+1	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Paladin	+7	+3	+1	+2	+2	+0	+3	+6	+1	--
Great Knight	+8	+5	+0	+1	−1	+0	+7	+1	+0	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sorcerer	+5	+1	+3	+2	+1	+0	+3	+3	+1	--
Dark Knight	+7	+3	+2	+4	+2	+0	+5	+1	+3	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Wyvern Lord	+5	+4	+0	+2	+2	+0	+3	+3	+1	E
Griffon Rider	+3	+2	+0	+4	+4	+0	+0	+3	+1	--

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Warrior	+8	+4	+0	+3	+2	+0	+3	+3	+1	E
Hero	+2	+0	+1	+6	+5	+0	+4	+3	+1	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
General	+10	+4	+0	+3	+2	+0	+4	+3	+1	E
Great Knight	+8	+3	+0	+2	+3	+0	+3	+1	+3	E E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sage	+4	+1	+3	+2	+3	+0	+2	+2	+1	E
Dark Knight	+9	+4	+1	+3	+1	+0	+7	+2	+3	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Hero	+6	+3	+1	+3	+3	+0	+3	+3	+1	E
Bow Knight	+8	+3	+0	+2	+3	+0	+1	+2	+3	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Swordmaster	+4	+3	+1	+2	+3	+0	+2	+3	+1	--
Assassin	+5	+4	−1	+4	+2	+0	+1	+0	+1	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
War Monk	+8	+5	+2	+2	+2	+0	+5	+0	+1	E
Sage	+4	+1	+4	+3	+3	+0	+3	−1	+1	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Grandmaster	+4	+3	+3	+2	+2	+0	+2	+2	+1	--

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Assassin	+5	+5	+0	+7	+4	+0	+3	+1	+1	E
Trickster	+3	+1	+4	+4	+3	+0	+1	+5	+1	E

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Skill set

Like all male bonus units inAwakening, Alm has access to all base class and advanced class skills available to standard male units.

In addition, the DLC version of Alm can also receive the following as a personal skill:

Skill
	Rally Resistance

Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

Role

Alm starts the game as aFighter under the care of his grandfather,Mycen. When word of theDeliverance reachesRam Village, Mycen refuses to join the war effort, prompting Alm to joinLukas in returning back to the Deliverance's base. Once there,Clive asks Alm to take over as leader of the Deliverance, a request Alm reluctantly accepts. This disgustsFernand, and Fernand leaves the Deliverance after a heated argument with Clive. Alm then leads the Deliverance toZofia Castle and liberates it from theRigelians.

Alm then leads the Deliverance onto Rigelian soil to drive back the invaders for good. AfterCelica meetsHalcyon at theSage's Hamlet, Alm is blessed with the ability to promote to aHero. Alm and the Deliverance's undertaking eventually leads him to EmperorRudolf atRigel Castle. Once Rudolf is slain, he reveals Alm to be his son with his dying breath. Alm is distraught over the death of his father, but quickly recovers once learning Celica is being held inDuma Tower.

Alm makes his way through Duma Tower and eventually reaches Celica. Celica, however, attacks Alm while explaining she has been sacrificed toDuma and made into aWitch. Celica begs for Alm to kill her while viciously attacking him, and Alm is forced to stab her in the chest. Alm cradles Celica's lifeless body, untilMila uses the last of her power to resurrect Celica. Mila explains to Alm that Duma has gone insane and must be slain for humanity to live in harmony and grants AlmFalchion before falling into an endless sleep. Reunited and will renewed, Alm and Celica's armies combine to take down Duma.

In the end, Alm lands the killing blow on Duma, releasing the people ofValentia from the gods' control. Rigel andZofia are united into the One Kingdom of Valentia, and Alm ascends to the throne as its first king.

Starting stats and growth rates

PrologueAct 1

Boy Level 1

Stats Max HP 18 Luck 7 Attack 6 Defense 3 Skill 4 Resistance 4 Speed 3 Movement 4

Item Skills -- Sword Weapons ✓ ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗

Fighter Level 1 Fatiguetol. 0.5

Recruitment:Act 1, automatically from the start Base StatsGrowth RatesMax Stats Max HP 28 Luck 7 Attack 10 Defense 5 Skill 7 Resistance 4 Speed 6 Movement 5 Max HP 60% Luck 35% Attack 50% Defense 50% Skill 55% Resistance 3% Speed 45% Max HP 52 Luck 39 Attack 41 Defense 41 Skill 41 Resistance 40 Speed 39 {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}} Item Skills -- Sword Weapons ✓ ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗ ✗

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Growth rates when reclassed

Promotion stat gains

• Note: InFire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia, promotion gains consist of giving the character as many points as necessary—the "x" value shown in the table—to reach the promoted class's base stats. If any given stat at the time of promotion is higher than their promoted class's base stat, there will not be a bonus for that stat; however, ifall stats are higher, then they will receive +1 to HP.

Analysis

Alm is one of the main characters ofShadows of Valentia alongsideCelica, and is available from the first chapter, though he is not available in Celica's chapters. His bases are the highest of your starting team, only rivaled byLukas, but Alm also has much higher growths. It is usually recommended to use Alm and Lukas to weaken the enemies and give the kills to your villagers so they can promote, but there is nothing wrong with having Alm kill if it is useful. He also has access to the Convoy, which effectively gives him an infinite-sized inventory and allows him to use a healing item at any time. Unfortunately, Alm's mediocre 6 base speed, while enough against enemies on its own, is too low for him to effectively use the powerfulLightning Sword, which should instead be given to aMercenary.

In Act 3, his combat dwindles due to his lack of a promotion. He acquires his uniqueRoyal Sword, which grants him high attack, innateRecovery, and gives him access to theDouble Lion combat art; this allows him to strike twice consecutively, even if he lacks thespeed to double attack naturally, while also increasing the power and accuracy of his attacks. However, it is a very expensive weapon to forge, which is especially noticeable at a point where the player will want to forge theRidersbane to one-shot mounted units and aKiller Bow to useHunter's Volley, both of which are also expensive to forge. Double Lion also has a 20 SP cost, so it will take a while before he can use it. Training Alm in Act 3 is thankfully not necessary, as his promotion bonuses are very strong.

When he promotes in Act 4, he gains access tobows, which are quite effective due to their large range; these can be helpful to Alm, as he would otherwise be locked to 1-range with most swords, though his range is less than that of an Archer or Sniper as he lacks aBowrange + skill, notably not allowing him to counter Mire Arcanists without equipping a bow. Alm can also get access to the powerful combat art Hunters Volley, through the use of the Killer Bow. His optimal choice of weapon greatly depends on the player's villager paths, though it is notable that outside of the Villagers he is one of only two sword users and one of two bow users in his army. Near the end of the game, he will obtain theFalchion, which dealsbonus damage to terrors. Moreover, it is one of the only weapons in the game that can damage the final boss when he drops to 52 HP, the others being frailNosferatu users oramiibo units.

Overall, Alm's performance fluctuates through the game. In Act 1 he has strong combat, in Act 3 his performance falls off, and in Act 4 rises again to become a very strong and versatile unit who becomes near-mandatory during Act 5 for story reasons.

Fire Emblem Engage

Role

Alm appears as an equippableBond Ring. He can be summoned usingCelica'sEmblem Ring.

Bond Ring data

Stat modifiers Ring level Str Def Dex C +1 +0 +0 B +1 +1 +0 A +1 +1 +1 S +2 +1 +1 Windsweep

Fire Emblem Heroes

Role

There are five different variations of Alm available toHeroes, all of which are tied to his storyline appearance inEchoes: Shadows of Valentia. The normal variation of Alm is one of the characters added to the game in theWorld of Shadows update, and became available for summoning by players on April 14, 2017. A variation of Alm termed "Saint-King", based on hisConqueror attire, was first made available to players on April 27, 2019 as the game's sixteenth Legendary Hero. A Brave variation of Alm featuring him in his originalGaiden armor, was made available on August 16, 2019 as part of the summoning event surrounding the launch of theBrave Echoes update. A Valentine's variation of Alm was made available between February 7, 2020 and March 6, 2020 as part of the summoning event surrounding the launch of theLovely Gifts update; this variation is a Duo Hero, teamed up withCelica, and features both in their outfits from the cover of theEchoes: Shadows of Valentia soundtrack. An attuned variation of Alm was added on March 18, 2025, and was first available to summon from then to April 3, 2025.

Alm: Hero of Prophecy

Starting stats

Alm: Hero of Prophecy is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial StatsLevel 40 Stats Maximum HP 20/21/22 Attack 8/9/10 Speed 5/6/7 Defense 5/6/7 Resistance 4/5/6 Maximum HP 42/45/48 Attack 30/33/36 Speed 27/30/33 Defense 24/28/31 Resistance 19/22/25 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Falchion -- Dragon Gaze

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Unlock	Auto-unlock	SP cost
	Iron Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	50
	Steel Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Silver Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	200
	Falchion	★★★★★	★★★★★	400
	Dragon Gaze	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Draconic Aura	★★★★★	—	200
A	Attack +1	★★★★★	—	30
A	Attack +2	★★★★★	—	60
A	Attack +3	★★★★★	—	120
B	Windsweep 1	★★★★★	—	50
B	Windsweep 2	★★★★★	—	100
B	Windsweep 3	★★★★★	—	200

Alm: Saint-King

"Alm: Saint-King" redirects here. For the Legendary Hero Battle map, seeLegendary Hero Battle/Battle data (page 2) § Alm: Saint-King.

Starting stats

Alm: Saint-King is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type Legendary Hero

Initial StatsLevel 40 Stats Maximum HP 17/18/19 Attack 10/11/12 Speed 10/11/12 Defense 3/4/5 Resistance 2/3/4 Maximum HP 36/40/43 Attack 34/37/40 Speed 34/37/40 Defense 22/26/29 Resistance 19/22/26 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Luna Arc -- New Moon

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Unlock	Auto-unlock	SP cost
	Iron Bow	★★★★★	★★★★★	50
	Steel Bow	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Silver Bow	★★★★★	★★★★★	200
	Luna Arc	★★★★★	★★★★★	400
	New Moon	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Moonbow	★★★★★	—	200
	Lunar Flash	★★★★★	—	500
	Lunar Flash II	★★★★★	—	500
A	Darting Blow 1	★★★★★	—	50
A	Darting Blow 2	★★★★★	—	100
A	Darting Blow 3	★★★★★	—	200
A	Darting Blow 4	★★★★★	—	300
B	Null Follow-Up 1	★★★★★	—	60
B	Null Follow-Up 2	★★★★★	—	120
B	Null Follow-Up 3	★★★★★	—	240
C	Odd Atk Wave 1	★★★★★	—	60
C	Odd Atk Wave 2	★★★★★	—	120
C	Odd Atk Wave 3	★★★★★	—	240
C	Time's Pulse 1	★★★★★	—	60
C	Time's Pulse 2	★★★★★	—	120
C	Time's Pulse 3	★★★★★	—	240

Alm: Imperial Ascent

Starting stats

Alm: Imperial Ascent is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial StatsLevel 40 Stats Maximum HP 17/18/19 Attack 7/8/9 Speed 8/9/10 Defense 10/11/12 Resistance 4/5/6 Maximum HP 39/42/45 Attack 35/38/42 Speed 32/35/38 Defense 34/37/40 Resistance 17/20/23 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Dracofalchion -- Dragon Gaze

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Unlock	Auto-unlock	SP cost
	Iron Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	50
	Steel Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Silver Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	200
	Dracofalchion	★★★★★	★★★★★	400
	Dragon Gaze	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Draconic Aura	★★★★★	—	200
A	Scendscale	★★★★★	—	300
B	Chill Def 1	★★★★★	—	60
B	Chill Def 2	★★★★★	—	120
B	Chill Def 3	★★★★★	—	240
C	Threaten Atk 1	★★★★★	—	50
C	Threat. Atk/Spd 1	★★★★★	—	100
C	Threat. Atk/Spd 2	★★★★★	—	200
C	Threat. Atk/Spd 3	★★★★★	—	300

Alm: Lovebird Duo

Starting stats

Alm: Lovebird Duo is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type Duo Hero

Initial StatsLevel 40 Stats Maximum HP 17/18/19 Attack 10/11/12 Speed 9/10/11 Defense 5/6/7 Resistance 5/6/7 Maximum HP 36/40/43 Attack 32/35/38 Speed 37/40/44 Defense 29/32/35 Resistance 22/25/29 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Scepter of Love -- New Moon

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Unlock	Auto-unlock	SP cost
	Iron Axe	★★★★★	★★★★★	50
	Steel Axe	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Silver Axe	★★★★★	★★★★★	200
	Scepter of Love	★★★★★	★★★★★	400
	New Moon	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Moonbow	★★★★★	—	200
	Lunar Flash	★★★★★	—	500
A	Bonus Doubler 1	★★★★★	—	60
A	Bonus Doubler 2	★★★★★	—	120
A	Bonus Doubler 3	★★★★★	—	240
B	Lull Atk/Spd 1	★★★★★	—	60
B	Lull Atk/Spd 2	★★★★★	—	120
B	Lull Atk/Spd 3	★★★★★	—	240
C	Rouse Spd/Res 1	★★★★★	—	60
C	Rouse Spd/Res 2	★★★★★	—	120
C	Rouse Spd/Res 3	★★★★★	—	240

Alm: Powerful Resolve

Starting stats

Alm: Powerful Resolve is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type Attuned Hero

Initial StatsLevel 40 Stats Maximum HP 18/19/20 Attack 7/8/9 Speed 7/8/9 Defense 7/8/9 Resistance 10/11/12 Maximum HP 37/41/44 Attack 44/47/51 Speed 44/47/51 Defense 26/30/33 Resistance 25/28/31 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills True-Bond Bow -- New Moon XLull Echo

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Unlock	Auto-unlock	SP cost
	Iron Bow	★★★★★	★★★★★	50
	Steel Bow	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Silver Bow	★★★★★	★★★★★	200
	True-Bond Bow	★★★★★	★★★★★	400
	New Moon	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Moonbow	★★★★★	—	200
	True Lunar Flash	★★★★★	—	500
A	Atk/Spd Ideal 1	★★★★★	—	60
A	Atk/Spd Ideal 2	★★★★★	—	120
A	Atk/Spd Ideal 3	★★★★★	—	240
A	Perfect Atk/Spd	★★★★★	—	300
B	Speedtaker 1	★★★★★	—	60
B	Speedtaker 2	★★★★★	—	120
B	Speedtaker 3	★★★★★	—	240
B	Speedtaker 4	★★★★★	—	300
C	Time's Pulse 1	★★★★★	—	60
C	Time's Pulse 2	★★★★★	—	120
C	Time's Pulse 3	★★★★★	—	240
C	Pulse On: Blades	★★★★★	—	300
X	Lull Echo	★★★★★	★★★★★	0

Personality

Alm is headstrong and not a stranger to taking violent action.^[4] InAwakening'sDLC Alm's personality is emphasized, and he is clearly at odds with Celica's more compassionate and peaceful approach, though it is not to say he does not put thought into Celica's words.^[5] Despite his aggressive nature, he is emotionally expressive, being brought to tears over being responsible for the death of hisfather^[6] and hiscousin.^[7]

Supports

Main article:Alm/Supports

Alm Fighter Support conversations: Faye Villager C: 20 B: 45 A: 90 Clair Pegasus Knight C: 20 B: 45 A: 90 Mycen Gold Knight C: 10 B: 25 A: 45 [[{{{supportm4}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm4}}} B: {{{bm4}}} A: {{{am4}}} [[{{{supportm5}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm5}}} B: {{{bm5}}} A: {{{am5}}} Bond supports:* Gray Villager Bonus: Crt +3 Tobin Villager Bonus: Hit +5 Kliff Villager Bonus: Avoid +5 Celica Priestess Bonus: Crt +20 Dodge +10 [[{{{supporto5}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bond5}}} [[{{{supporto6}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bond6}}} [[{{{supporto6}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bond6}}} [[{{{supporto7}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bond7}}} [[{{{supporto8}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bond8}}} [[{{{supporto9}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bond9}}} [[{{{supporto10}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bond10}}}

Endings

Gaiden

In ages to come, this is what was passed down:
'He who sundered the evil chains of the gods
And established this thousand-year reign
Must never be forgotten: Our Holy King, Alm the First!'

Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

As first king of the One Kingdom of Valentia, Alm spent his life restoring the land to glory. He would be remembered fondly by later generations as Saint-King Alm I, who cast off the gods' oppressive yoke and founded a dynasty that would last a thousand years.

Quotes

Battle quotes

SpotPass

DLC

Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

Critical quotes

Death

Awakening

Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

Fire Emblem Heroes

Main article:Alm/Quotes (Heroes)

Other appearances

Fire Emblem Cipher

Alm is featured on eleven cards inFire Emblem Cipher.

Fire Emblem Cipher data for Alm
NormalSR+ {{{alt2image1}}} {{{alt3image1}}} {{{alt4image1}}} {{{alt5image1}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}	Hero of Prophecy, Alm
		"This is it, Duma! I'm stopping this cycle of tragedy right now!"
		Attack: 70	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 5
		Class: Hero		Tier:Advanced	Class Change Cost: 4
		Echoing Souls:[Activate][Once per turn] [] This unit becomes your Main Character in the place of your Main Character. Brand of Destiny:[Trigger] When your Main Character's attack destroys an enemy, you may choose 1 card with a Deployment Cost of 5 or lower in your hand and deploy it. Another Falchion:[Always] While this unit is attacking a or unit, this unit gains +20 attack.
	Card #B09-001SR(+) • Artist:Ryuutetu
	Savior of Valentia, Alm
		"I'm really grateful to be able to join the Resistance, and to become it's leader."
		Attack: 60	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 3
		Class: Hero		Tier:Advanced	Class Change Cost: 2
		Alm's Journey:[Activate][Once per turn] [Tap 1 ally] Choose 1 Back Line enemy, and move them. This skill can only be used if this unit is in the Front Line.
	Card #B09-002N • Artist:Akira Fujikawa
NormalB08 Box PromoE:SoV Special EditionPromo Pack 9E:SoV Soundtrack {{{alt5image3}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}	Youth of Ram Village, Alm
		"If my grandfather won't do it, I'll do it for him. I'll fight for everyone!" "I'll do it. In my grandfather's place, I'll fight for everyone!" "I choose to fight, to liberate Zofia!" "An orange tree...Celica and I use to climb them often, and Grandpa would always get mad." "Let's the two of us make the world a better place. Like Duma and Mila..."
		Attack: 40	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Fighter		Tier:Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Children of Destiny:[Activate] [] [] Choose 1 "Celica" from your Retreat Area, and add it to your hand. Hero Emblem:[Support] Until the end of this battle, the number of your orbs your attacking unit would destroy becomes 2.
	Card #B09-003HN, B09-003ST(+), P08-001PR, P08-009PR, P09-005PR, P10-009PR • Artist:Hidari(B09-003HN, B09-003ST(+), P08-001PR, P10-009PR),Aoji(P08-009PR),Foo Midori(P09-005PR)
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		"I won't let you have your way any longer. Prepare yourself!!""
		Attack: 70	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 4
		Class: Hero		Tier:Advanced	Class Change Cost: 3
		Believer in Might:[Trigger] Each time another ally is deployed, until the end of this turn, this unit gains +10 attack. Intersecting Fates:[Activate][Once per turn] [] If you have an ally "Celica", choose 1 enemy, and move them.
	Card #S09-001ST(+) • Artist:Hidari
	The Deliverance's New Leader, Alm
		"I think we should keep fighting until we've taken back all of Zofia!"
		Attack: 50	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 2
		Class: Fighter		Tier:Base	Class Change Cost: --
		One of the Fated:[Always] During your turn, while you have an ally "Celica", this unit gains +10 attack. A New Hero:[Activate][Once per turn] [Tap 1 other ally] Until the end of this turn, this unit gains +10 attack.
	Card #P09-010PR • Artist:Mikihiro Taguchi/Crowd Gate Co., Ltd.
	Man Awoken to Conquest, Alm
		"It's time for us all to stand on our own feet. To live as free men and women."
		Attack: 70	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 5
		Class: Conqueror		Tier:Advanced	Class Change Cost: 6
		Great Conqueror:[Trigger] When you class change into this unit, choose up to 1 card from your Retreat Area, and deploy it. This skill cannot be activated if this unit changed class from a skill's effect. Power Beyond Mankind:[Always] While the number of allies exceeds the number of enemies, this unit gains +20 attack. Scendscale:[Activate][Once per turn] [] Until the end of this turn, this unit gains range 1-3.
	Card #B11-051SR • Artist:Masaki Hirooka
	Prince of Rigel, Alm
		"I don't want to stop helping the people now. I want to press on and make as much of a difference as I can!"
		Attack: 40	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Fighter		Tier:Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Heir to Strength:[Trigger][Once per turn] When you deploy another ally, until the end of this turn, this unit gains +10 attack. Fate Emblem:[Support] If your attacking unit is, draw 1 card. If you do, choose 1 card in your hand, and place it on top of your deck.
	Card #B11-052N • Artist:Aoji
	Determined to be Strong, Alm
		"We all have something we want to protect... Here and now, we fight for it!"
		Attack: 70	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 4
		Class: Hero		Tier:Advanced	Class Change Cost: 3
		Royal Sword:[Activate][Once per turn] [Tap another ally] Until the end of the turn, this unit gains +20 attack. Call for Deliverance:[Trigger] [] When this unit's attack destroys an enemy, you may pay the cost and if you do: Choose 1 card with a deployment cost of 1 from your Retreat Area, and deploy it.
	Card #B17-013R • Artist:Kureta
	Ambitious Youth, Alm
		"I want to make a difference in a world bigger than a handful of houses. I want to see all the amazing places out there."
		Attack: 40	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Fighter		Tier:Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Into This Vast World Together:[Activate][Once per turn] [Tap another ally] Until the end of the turn, this unit gains +10 attack. Tandem Emblem:[Support] Until the end of this combat, your attacking unit gains +10 attack.
	Card #B17-014HN • Artist:Kureta
	Hero-King of the Land of the Gods, Alm
		"We'll forge an era of prosperity. All of us - together."
		Attack: 70	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 4
		Class: Hero		Tier:Advanced	Class Change Cost: 3
		Founder of a Thousand-Year Dynasty:[Activate][Once per turn] [Send 1 card from your hand to the Retreat Area] Until the end of the turn, all allies gain +10 attack. If 1 or more other Leveled Up allies are present, draw 1 card. Prosperity-Bringing Strength and Love:[Always] The Class Change cost of cards in your hand is reduced by 1. However, Class Change cost cannot be reduced to lower than 1.
	Card #B22-002SR • Artist:Hidari
	Moment of Embarkation, Alm
		"I hope this journey will bring us together again..."
		Attack: 40	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Fighter		Tier:Base	Class Change Cost: --
		"With Hope In His Heart":[Always] If you have 2 or more other allies, this unit gains +10 attack. Hero Emblem:[Support] the number of Orbs that your unit's attack will destroy becomes 2.
	Card #B22-023N • Artist:Doji Shiki
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, seetheir TCG wiki article on Alm .

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Alm appears alongsideCelica as two spirits inSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate: one as children, as they do inFire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia'sprologue, and one grown, as they do in the rest of the game. Alm & Celica (Young) are a Novice Neutral-typespirit, using their art fromShadows of Valentia. When equipped to a player character, Alm & Celica (Young) grants three support spirit slots.

	#637 Fire Emblem Series Alm & Celica(Young)
	Type: Neutral
	Rank: ★
	Number of support spirit slots: ⬣⬣⬣
	Can be upgraded at level 99 to: Alm & Celica
	Level 1 stats: Attack:454 Defense:272 Power: 726
	Level 99 stats: Attack:2270 Defense:1362 Power: 3632

Alm & Celica (Young) can be enhanced when they reach level 99, becoming Alm & Celica. They are an Ace Neutral-type spirit, using their art fromShadows of Valentia. When equipped to a player character, Alm & Celica grant three support spirit slots and a Back Shield to the wielder at the start of the battle.

	#638 Fire Emblem Series Alm & Celica
	Type: Neutral
	Rank: ★★★
	Number of support spirit slots: ⬣⬣⬣
	Trait: Back Shield Equipped Start battles with a Back Shield. Guard against attacks from behind.
	Level 1 stats: Attack:1471 Defense:1278 Power: 2913
	Level 99 stats: Attack:4413 Defense:3836 Power: 8744

Notable merchandise

Image	Information	Price	Release date
	Alm appears in volume 1 of theFire Emblem Heroes: Mini Acrylic Figure Collection. His volume 1 appearance is based on his standard appearance inHeroes.	¥350	February 2018JP

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Meet some of the Heroes entries

Hero of ProphecySaint-KingImperial AscentLovebird DuoPowerful Resolve

Alm: Hero of Prophecy
Alm is a warrior from Ram Village, located in the southernmost part of Zofia. He's a brave but kind young man who was raised by his grandfather Mycen, the hero of the village!	Alm's modest origins hid a secret. His left hand bore the Brand, the mark of the heroes who would save Valentia!	After witnessing the injustices of the invading Rigelian Empire, Alm and his friends from the village joined the Deliverance, an army raised to free Zofia. There, he blossomed as a leader and soon became the Deliverance's commander!	At the same time, Alm's childhood friend Celica had set out on her own journey to find the cause behind the strange disturbances occurring throughout the land. Their battles would shape the future of all Valentia!
Closely Associated Characters
Celica Mycen Rudolf {{{Related_name4}}} {{{Related_name5}}} The princess of Zofia; trained as a priestess. Caring toward others, and dislikes fighting. Bears the Brand on her right hand. A childhood friend of Alm's who was raised alongside him in Ram Village. Alm's grandfather who raised Alm to be a great warrior in Ram Village. He was revered as a great knight in Zofia. The stern, commanding Emperor of Rigel. He shares a significant bond with Alm. {{{Related_blurb4}}} {{{Related_blurb5}}}

Alm: Saint-King
Alm grew up in Ram Village, in the Kingdom of Zofia. There's a little secret behind his unassuming childhood, though—he is in fact Albein Alm Rudolf, the prince of the Rigelian Empire!	Not even Alm knew of his origins growing up, and when Zofia was invaded by Rigel, he quickly joined the liberation army, the Deliverance.	After defeating his father, Emperor Rudolf, Alm learns of his true heritage and then embarks on a new quest to defeat the fell god Duma—the true source of the strife plaguing the realm.	Following the climactic battle, Alm establishes a united Valentian kingdom, bringing peace as its founder-king. And now, he's helping us out as a Legendary Hero, equipped with a fabled bow!
Closely Associated Characters
Celica {{{Related_name2}}} {{{Related_name3}}} {{{Related_name4}}} {{{Related_name5}}} A priestess of the Novis Priory. She is in fact the princess of Zofia, and joins Alm, her childhood friend, in sealing away the fell god Duma. {{{Related_blurb2}}} {{{Related_blurb3}}} {{{Related_blurb4}}} {{{Related_blurb5}}}

Alm: Imperial Ascent
Alm was the central figure of the Deliverance, the Zofian liberation army that fought against the Rigelian Empire. But it was when Alm defeated Emperor Rudolf that he discovered a shocking truth.	It turned out that Alm was in fact Rudolf's only son, making him the heir to the Rigelian throne! Duma's Brand on Alm's left hand proved his birthright.	With his dying breath, Rudolf made a final request of Alm: to seal away Duma, the erstwhile protector of the Empire who had become a fell god.	To grant his father's last wishes, Alm donned the ancient armor of the Rigelian Empire—transforming him into a true warrior-king!
Closely Associated Characters
Celica Duma {{{Related_name3}}} {{{Related_name4}}} {{{Related_name5}}} The princess of Zofia; trained as a priestess. Caring towards others, and dislikes fighting. She bears Mila's Brand on her right hand, while Alm bears Duma's Brand on his left hand. God of Strength and brother of the goddess Mila. He and Mila fought over the continent of Valentia and split it in twain. Rigel, the north of Valentia, is his domain. To Alm, he is a foe who must be sealed away once more. {{{Related_blurb3}}} {{{Related_blurb4}}} {{{Related_blurb5}}}

Alm: Lovebird Duo
Alm and Celica fought alongside each other to put an end to the conflict in Valentia. They share a bond deeper than any other, and now they're here to take part in the Day of Devotion festivities!	Both Alm and Celica come from noble backgrounds, and it shows in their elegant outfits. The flower they're both wearing is the phlox, which is known as a symbol of harmony and good partnerships!	In fact, I hear these very outfits were made after they saved the continent of Valentia. Does anything about them look familiar?	Alm and Celica supported each other to overcome fate itself. They know the value of love better than anyone else, so I'm sure that together, they'll pour their hearts into celebrating the Day of Devotion!
Closely Associated Characters
Rudolf Conrad {{{Related_name3}}} {{{Related_name4}}} {{{Related_name5}}} The stern, commanding Emperor of Rigel. Father of Alm and the uncle of Berkut. A mysterious knight who rushes to Celica's aid whenever she is in danger. When he wears his mask, his personality changes entirely. He calls Celica by her true name, Anthiese. {{{Related_blurb3}}} {{{Related_blurb4}}} {{{Related_blurb5}}}

Alm: Powerful Resolve
Alm has been fighting to save the continent of Valentia, and by growing his bond with Celica, the princess of Zofia, he's gained new strength!	He's also donned this new attire, which features an eye-catching cape. And you can see the crest of Zofia emblazoned on his shield and the quiver on his back!	In fact, the bow that he's carrying here is also designed to resemble Beloved Zofia, the sword carried by Celica!	Alm's outfit says a lot about the strength of his bond with Celica. I'm sure that we can count on the two of them to bring peace to Valentia together!
Closely Associated Characters
Celica Mycen {{{Related_name3}}} {{{Related_name4}}} {{{Related_name5}}} The princess of Zofia; trained as a priestess. Caring toward others, and dislikes fighting. She bears Mila's Brand on her right hand, while Alm bears Duma's Brand on his left hand. A hero who rose from soldier to knight, and on to earn the title of count. Retired, he lives in Ram Village with his grandson, Alm. {{{Related_blurb3}}} {{{Related_blurb4}}} {{{Related_blurb5}}}

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Choose Your Legends placement history

Round	Placement	Character	Votes

CYL 1 (2017)

145

Alm Gaiden

1,907

CYL 2 (2018)

9 (−136)

Alm Gaiden /Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

18,716

CYL 3 (2019)

1 (−8)

Alm Gaiden /Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

62,216 (+43,500)

CYL 4 onwards	Ineligible

Total results		This character has 3 entries across all Choose Your Legends polls.	82,839

Trivia

• The continent ofValm (originallyValentia) inFire Emblem Awakening is renamed after Alm.
• Alm's hair color has varied somewhat over the years since his first appearance inGaiden, where his in-game portrait shows him with unmistakably blue hair, yet his appearance on the game's boxart features him with green hair. His artwork inThe Complete features him with blue hair. Most modern pieces, including hisAwakening andShadows of Valentia appearances, feature him with green hair, with the latter game making it his standard hair color since.
• Alm is made left-handed inEchoes: Shadows of Valentia; all his artwork and battle animations feature him with his sword in his left hand. Alm's originalGaiden artwork depicts him as right-handed.
• Alm is referred to as Rudolf II by some NPCs,^[8] withhis father being referred to as Rudolf I (written as "Rudlf First") inGaiden's cast listing.

Etymology and other languages

Alm

Albein

Gallery

Main article:Alm/Gallery

• 
  Artwork of Alm fromGaiden.
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  Artwork of Alm fromThe Complete.
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  Artwork of Alm fromAwakening.
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  Artwork of Alm fromEchoes: Shadows of Valentia.
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  Artwork of Alm: Hero of Prophecy fromHeroes.

References

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