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Azmur
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| “ | The holy lineage of our lord Naga and Saint Heim must never perish! | ” | — Azmur |
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Azmur (Japanese:アズムールAzmur) was the King ofGrannvale as of Grann 757, the father of PrinceKurth and the grandfather ofDeirdre. He was the final ruler of Grannvale prior to its reorganization into the Grannvale Empire, presiding over the nation at the time of the Grannvale war withIsaach.
Biography
By Grann 757, Azmur's advanced age and deteriorating health were beginning to restrict his ability to perform his duties, and so much of his responsibility in the governance of Grannvale was entrusted instead toKurth. During the war against Isaach, while Kurth led the bulk of the Grannvale armies into battle, Azmur remained behind in Belhalla under the care of DukeArvis of Velthomer, commander of theWeissritter. Following Kurth's assassination and the reports ofByron andSigurd being responsible for it, the shock of the matter overwhelmed Azmur to the point of rendering him gravely ill.[1]
A short while into his illness, Kurth's daughterDeirdre appeared in Grannvale for the first time, having been found byArvis; though he was unaware of Kurth's time withCigyun and thus had no idea of her origin, Azmur instantly recognized her as an heiress to theBelhalla dynasty. Prior to his death, Azmur gave Arvis his blessing to marry Deirdre, entrusting him with the interim rule of Grannvale until the couple hada child to rule the kingdom.[2] Upon Azmur's death, Arvis succeeded him as the King of Grannvale, later reorganizing Grannvale into an empire and restyling himself as Emperor.
Personality
Between his illness and age, and Kurth's inability to get overCigyun, Azmur was highly concerned with the succession of Grannvale's throne, believing that the birth of a major-blooded heir to the throne was a priority.[3] He was never able to truly believe thatSigurd was guilty of Kurth's assassination, but nonetheless had no choice but to accept the word of Arvis others on the subject.[4]
Etymology and other languages
| Names, etymology, and in other regions | ||
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| Language | Name | Definition, etymology, and notes |
| English (unofficial) | • Azmur | • Used in theGenealogy of the Holy Warfan translation. |
| Japanese | アズムール | Officially romanized asAzmur.[5] |
Gallery
Azmur's portrait inGenealogy of the Holy War.
References
- ↑"I regret to say that there's been naught but horrid rumors in Grannvale lately. Among them are those which allege that you and your father worked in concert to assassinate the prince... Alas, His Majesty's anguish at the affair has rendered him dreadfully ill." —Claud,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑"The holy lineage of our lord Naga and Saint Heim must never perish! Deirdre... You must bear a son with all due haste! And should your son be so fortunate as to inherit Naga's power... He shall be the Prince of Grannvale, and shall claim the throne once I am no more. Lord Arvis... until your son has grown into a man, you shall be his regent. Guide him well to adulthood. I trust you understand... Cough! Cough..." — Azmur,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑"Azmur: Only a full-blooded heir to Saint Heim can rightfully wield the Book of Naga and release its true holy power. And the power of Naga is the only power able to oppose the dark lord, Loptous.
Arvis: I am well aware of the legend, sire.
Azmur: The holy lineage of our lord Naga and Saint Heim must never perish! Deirdre... You must bear a son with all due haste!" — Azmur,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War - ↑"Azmur: Even so... Even now, it is almost beyond belief, is it not? That Lord Byron would slay Kurth... Or that Sigurd would incite a rebellion...
Arvis: Your Majesty, if I may explain once more... Lord Byron was plotting against the crown in concert with the late Lord Ling of Yngvi. His Highness fell afoul of their assault, an act to which our very own Dukes Reptor and Lombard bore witness. His Highness learned of their schemes to seize the throne from the royal family too late, and paid for it with his life. Naturally, Lord Sigurd had a hand in his father's revolt. What clearer proof is there than how he still harbors an enemy, the Isaachian prince? There is no question. Their treason against the state is grave. I, too, feel this pain as my own, having lost not only a prince but a father-in-law... And in the name of my beloved wife, Princess Deirdre, I will never allow Sigurd's traitorous rampage to stand" — Azmur andArvis,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War - ↑A family tree inFire Emblem: Treasure (scan by Serenes Forest)
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