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Cimbaeth
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| “ | I'm not about to make an enemy outta someone with a sword arm as fine as yours. I can promise you that. | ” | — Cimbaeth toAyra |
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Cimbaeth (Japanese:キンボイスKinbois) was a prince ofVerdane, the second child of KingBatu, and the ruler of Genoa Castle in the country's south-east.
Biography
Despite being every bit as belligerent and battle-hungry toward Grannvale, Cimbaeth did not personally participate in his brotherMunnir's initial raid on Grannvale, although Munnir originally intended to bring him and his men along for a second attack after returning to Verdane.[1] WhenSigurd's group seized Evans Castle and repelled the invasion, Cimbaeth led his army as the first line of defense against Sigurd's invasion; while he fought in the field with his army, he taskedAyra with the defense of Genoa itself. He died in the ensuing battle, his father Batu and Munnir not lasting much longer. A few years later, Cimbaeth's youngest brother, Jamke would die in theBattle of Belhalla, putting the future of the Verdane royal family in doubt.[2]
Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
Role
Cimbaeth is the boss ofGenoa inChapter 1, although its castle is guarded by a generic Warrior.
Stats
- See also:
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Personality
Cimbaeth was aggressive and treacherous, and usedShannan as a hostage to force his aunt and guardianAyra to serve him as a warrior. He was arrogant and dismissive of any claims that he would be dishonest in his deal with Ayra,[3] but still appeared to legitimately fear her and her combat abilities, claiming to have no interest in making enemies with someone of her skill.[4]
In the past, Cimbaeth was pacified by his father, Batu, but his aggressive tendencies were released in the war.[5] Like the rest of the family barring Jamke, Cimbaeth was totally under the manipulative thumb ofSandima.[6][7]
Quotes
Battle quotes
| “ | Pointing your little stick at me? That's precious, that is! I'll cave your head right in! | ” | — Cimbaeth, inChapter 1 ofGenealogy of the Holy War. |
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Death quotes
| “ | No... urgh... | ” | — Cimbaeth, inChapter 1 ofGenealogy of the Holy War. |
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Other appearances
Fire Emblem Trading Card Game
Cimbaeth was featured on one TCG card.
| Fire Emblem Trading Card Game data for Cimbaeth | |||
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 | Class:Warrior | Level 1 Infantry | Direct Attack |
| Energy: 5 | Atk.: 4 / Counter: 2 | WLv.: A B | |
| Equip:Steel Axe | Skills: -- | ||
| Card #085 •Rarity: ★ •Artist: Koya Katsuyoshi | |||
| Card scans and information translation provided byAquantis. | |||
Choose Your Legends placement history
| Round | Placement | Character | Votes |
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| CYL 1 (2017) | 783 |  Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 27 |
| CYL 2 (2018) | 787 | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 25 (−2) |
| CYL 3 (2019) | 672 (−3) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 30 (+5) |
| CYL 4 (2020) | 764 (+12) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 16 (−14) |
| CYL 5 (2021) | 803 (+39) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 13 (−3) |
| CYL 6 (2022) | 789 (−16) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 18 (+5) |
| CYL 7 (2023) | 828 (+39) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 6 (−12) |
| CYL 8 (2024) | 823 (−5) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 16 (+10) |
| CYL 9 (2025) | 876 (+53) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 7 (−9) |
| CYL 10 (2026) | 906 (+30) | Cimbaeth Genealogy of the Holy War | 3 (−4) |
| Total results | This character has 10 entries across all Choose Your Legends polls. | 161 |
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Etymology and other languages
| Names, etymology, and in other regions | ||
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| Language | Name | Definition, etymology, and notes |
| English | Cimbaeth | Used in theChoose Your Legends polls forFire Emblem Heroes. FromCimbáeth, one of three High Kings of Ireland attested in medieval legend and traditional takes on Irish history, who is said to have ruled in rotation with his cousins, Áed Rúad andDíthorba, for seven years at a time each. |
| English (unofficial) | Kinbaith | Used in theGenealogy of the Holy Warfan translation.[which?] Appears to be a compromise between Kinbois and Cimbáeth.[how?] |
| Japanese | キンボイス | Officially romanized asKinbois. From Cimbáeth. |
| Spanish | Cimbaeth | -- |
| French | Cimbaeth | -- |
| German | Cimbaeth | -- |
| Italian | Cimbaeth | -- |
| Portuguese | Cimbaeth | -- |
| Traditional Chinese | 金鮑斯 | Cimbaeth |
Gallery
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Official artwork
Artwork of Cimbaeth from theTrading Card Game.
Cipher artwork
Cimbaeth in artwork ofAyra.
References
- ↑"Hah, relax! Won't be long, and I'll be bringing Cimbaeth's lot along for the fun. When I do, all Grannvale's our oyster. Even Belhalla ought to be easy pickings, what with nobody around to stop us!" —Munnir,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑"Even at its peak, the Empire had shunned and ignored Verdane. Uninterested in seizing the region within its iron fist, it completely abandoned the old kingdom. Instead, Verdane was left to the mercy of constantly warring clans, and brigands ran rampant." — Epilogue,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑"Ayra: Look, Cimbaeth, you have my word. So long as you leave Shannan alone, you'll have no trouble. But I do wonder if, once this battle is over, you actually plan to return him to me.
Cimbaeth: Ahahahaha! You got nothing to worry about. If we get Evans back, you get him back." —Ayra and Cimbaeth,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War - ↑"Wh-whoa, settle down there! I don't believe it... Such a cute face, but you only use it to spew bile like that! I'm not about to make an enemy outta someone with a sword arm as fine as yours. I can promise you that." — Cimbaeth,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑"A pacifist, King Batu has long worked to build a lasting peace with Grannvale, while also keeping his aggressive sons appeased. Ultimately, however, it was Batu himself who violated the peace he held so dear." — The narration on the Royal Family inChapter 1,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑"It was that sorcerer, Sandima, who told you that, wasn't it? You, Cimbaeth, and Munnir trusted him too readily. You've all been deceived!" — Jamke inChapter 1,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
- ↑"Eking out a living here's grown tougher and tougher since the day that man arrived, and save for the youngest son, Jamke, both king and country are at his very whim. Please, I beg you... Save our country! Bring back the Verdane that once was!" — A Villager inChapter 1,Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War
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