Luke (Japanese:ルークRuke) is a member of the 7th Platoon of theAltean Knights. Having joined the army after theWar of Shadows, he and his rivalRoderick serve underMarth during Book 2 ofMystery of the Emblem and its remake,New Mystery of the Emblem.

Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem

Book 2

Role

Luke is a fresh recruit to the Altean army. He joins Marth on his journey toGrust. After the war, he left the Altean knights and traveled as an unemployed man.

Starting stats and growth rates

Cavalier (Knight) Level 2 Movement 9/6 Experience 0

Recruitment:Chapter 1, automatically from the start StatsGrowth Rates Max HP 20 Luck 4 Strength 7 W. Level 5 Skill 5 Defense 7 Speed 7 Resistance 0 Max HP 90% Luck 10% Strength 30% W. Level 40% Skill 30% Defense 20% Speed 40% Resistance 3% {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}} Weapons Items Javelin Iron Sword -- Weapons Sword ✓D Lance ✓M Axe ✗ Bow ✗ Tome ✗ Staff ✗

Promotion stat gains

InMystery of the Emblem, promotion gains for HP and weapon level consist of giving the character as many points as necessary—thex 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.

Analysis

Luke joins as a cavalier in chapter 1 of book 2 ofMystery of the Emblem. His base stats are solid for his join time, with enough speed to double with anIron Sword or theSlim Lance, though he will need two points of speed to double with theIron Lance. His growth rates are mostly mediocre, though he does have one of the best HP growths in the game, and between the Astral Shards and enemy stat scaling being low he can maintain long-term relevance without too much difficulty. His main issue is that Cavalier is a limiting class, as many maps fromchapter 9 onwards (especially chapters 9 through 14) are either indoors and force Luke to dismount or feature terrain that restrict movement.

Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem

Role

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As with a number of other characters inNew Mystery of the Emblem, there is a unique weapon named for Luke available throughEveryone's Conditions:Luke's Sword.

Starting stats and growth rates

Playable

Cavalier Level 1 Movement 9

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Enemy – Prologue 2

See also:Young Squires

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Cavalier Level 1 Movement 9

Stats Max HP 20 Speed 7 Strength 7 Luck 4 Magic 0 Defense 5 Skill 5 Resistance 0

Inventory Iron Sword Weapon Levels E D -- -- -- --

Cavalier Level 1 Movement 9

Stats Max HP 24.8 Speed 7 Strength 8.2 Luck 4 Magic 0 Defense 5 Skill 6.8 Resistance 0

Inventory Iron Sword Weapon Levels C C -- -- -- --

Cavalier Level 1 Movement 9

Stats Max HP 29.6 Speed 7 Strength 9.4 Luck 4 Magic 0 Defense 5 Skill 8.6 Resistance 0

Inventory Iron Sword Weapon Levels B B -- -- -- --

Cavalier Level 1 Movement 9

Stats Max HP 32 Speed 7 Strength 10 Luck 4 Magic 0 Defense 5 Skill 9.5 Resistance 0

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Growth rates when reclassed

Original set

Second set

These classes are only available after beating Hard Mode.

Promotion stat gains

Original set

CavalierCurateArcherMageMyrmidon

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
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
Sage	+6	+3	+2	+1	+1	+0	+1	+2	+0	+30 WEXP E

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

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Second set

These classes are only available after beating Hard Mode.

Dark MageFighterHunterKnightMercenaryPirate

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sorcerer	+6	+2	+2	+1	+1	+0	+0	+3	+0	+30, 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

Luke is one of the threeCavaliers acquired in the prologue, besides (potentially) the avatar. Compared toRoderick andCecil he has the better base stats along with rather high growths rates instrength,speed anddefense, which make him a solid physically-oriented growth unit that can function well in most classes. Due to how the game is structured, on Lunatic it is often not advisable to train too many characters from the Altean Platoon simultaneously, normally two is a good number to consider. Deployment slots during the prologue are limited, which forces Luke to compete with other units from the Altean Platoon from a very early stage. In addition to that, units likeCaeda,Ogma,Athena andCain sport better offensive bases which can sometimes make it difficult for the player to find a spot for him on the team depending on who else they are considering on training. After the prologue those units leave the player's roster for a while, however, which helps to give him a better shot at solidifying his niche as a strong physical unit. His base sword rank of D gives him a niche compared to Roderick since he's closer to C rank swords, allowing him to get anti-armor utility in time for Chapters6 and8 whereas Roderick would rather stick to training his lance rank, which forces him to compete with other strong lance specialists that are acquired during early game such asPalla andCatria.

In terms of reclassing, Luke can benefit from reclassing into classes such asMercenary orMyrmidon to get a direct boost to his speed while keeping his sword rank and into aHunter for chapters where using bows is more valuable, and then promoting intoHorseman, which is a class with 9 movement and a speed cap of 30 that allows him to utilize his sword rank as well as his built up bow rank while sporting superb growths in strength and speed at the cost of some defense. Having a strong Horseman is very valuable in the higher difficulties due to its great stats, movement, and ability to hit hard at 1 and 2 range to avoid counters, and while his speed can trail compared to Roderick andDraug his sword rank and other stats make him the most straightforward of the three to use. He can also focus only on his sword rank and then turn into a Horseman after promoting and only use swords, but then the player loses the benefits of attacking at range with strong weapons such as theParthia in addition to the anti-flier utility; anArms Scroll might be required if the player wishes Luke to reach A bows.

On the other hand, his comparatively lower lance rank makesDracoknight, a very versatile class that ignores terrain, an option that's probably best left for other units to handle. Despite this, Dracoknight andPaladin will bump him up to D rank lances which is only one rank away from being able to use theRidersbane and theDragonpike so this is still a path that can be considered for him. As aSwordmaster he can get high speed very easily in addition to a faster access to theMercurius alongside a speed cap of 30. During the early stages of the game there are units that join with much higher base stats such as Palla, Catria andSirius, which gives them the benefit of being less reliant on their level-ups. Despite this, Luke is most often a solid and reliable unit to use throughout the entire game.

Fire Emblem Heroes

Role

Luke is one of the characters added to the game in theEchoes of Mystery update, and became available for summoning by players on June 14, 2017. Only one variation of Luke is currently available inHeroes, based on hisNew Mystery of the Emblem incarnation.

Luke: Rowdy Squire

Starting stats

Luke: Rowdy Squire is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial StatsLevel 40 Stats Maximum HP 18/19/20 Attack 7/8/9 Speed 5/6/7 Defense 7/8/9 Resistance 4/5/6 Maximum HP 40/43/46 Attack 31/34/37 Speed 24/28/31 Defense 26/30/33 Resistance 17/20/23 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Brave Sword+ -- Glowing Ember

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Unlock	Auto-unlock	SP cost
	Iron Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	50
	Steel Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Brave Sword	★★★★★	★★★★★	200
	Brave Sword+	★★★★★	★★★★★	300
	Rowdy Sword	★★★★★	—	400
	Glowing Ember	★★★★★	★★★★★	100
	Bonfire	★★★★★	—	200
A	Fire Boost 1	★★★★★	—	50
A	Fire Boost 2	★★★★★	—	100
A	Fire Boost 3	★★★★★	—	200
C	Panic Ploy 1	★★★★★	—	60
C	Panic Ploy 2	★★★★★	—	120
C	Panic Ploy 3	★★★★★	—	240

Personality

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Luke considers himselfRoderick's rival.^[1] In the remake, he is flirtatious.

Supports

Mystery of the Emblem

Luke Cavalier Supports: None. [[{{{supportg1}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonusg1}}} [[{{{supportg2}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonusg2}}} [[{{{supportg3}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonusg3}}} Supported by: Cecil Cavalier Bonus: 5 [[{{{supporto2}}}]] Bishop Bonus: {{{bonuso2}}}

New Mystery of the Emblem: Heroes of Light and Shadow

Luke Cavalier Mutual supports: Kris Mercenary C: 6 B: 12 A: 19 Roderick Cavalier C: 6 B: 12 A: 19 Ryan Archer C: 6 B: 12 A: 19 Cecil Cavalier C: 5 B: 11 A: 18 [[{{{supportm5}}}]] Bishop C: {{{cm5}}} B: {{{bm5}}} A: {{{am5}}} Supported by:* Marth Lord C: 5 B: 11 A: 18 [[{{{supporto2}}}]] Bishop C: {{{co2}}} B: {{{bo2}}} A: {{{ao2}}} [[{{{supporto3}}}]] Bishop C: {{{co3}}} B: {{{bo3}}} A: {{{ao3}}} [[{{{supporto4}}}]] Bishop C: {{{co4}}} B: {{{bo4}}} A: {{{ao4}}} [[{{{supporto5}}}]] Bishop C: {{{co5}}} B: {{{bo5}}} A: {{{ao5}}}

Base conversations

Main article:Luke/Conversations

Endings

Mystery of the Emblem

Luke, The Philanderer
He gave up his “strict” knight lifestyle and returned to his roots: traveling the land as an eligible—and persistent—bachelor.

New Mystery of the Emblem: Heroes of Light and Shadow

Luke - Untamed Knight
Luke suddenly retired from knighthood and continued his playboy ways. He lived the rest of his life wildly and freely.

Quotes

Death quotes

Everyone's Conditions quotes

Heroes quotes

Main article:Luke/Quotes (Heroes)

Other appearances

Fire Emblem Cipher

Luke is featured on two cards inFire Emblem Cipher.

Fire Emblem Cipher data for Luke
	Paladin of Dawn, Luke
		"I can handle it alone. The Luke will show you what he can do!"
		Attack: 60	Support: 10	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 3
		Class: Paladin		Tier:Advanced	Class Change Cost: 2
		"Now, we rush them!":[Trigger] At the start of your turn, you may choose as many allies in the Back Line as you wish, and move them. The Biggest Standout:[Always] During your turn, this unit gains +10 attack per other ally in the same area as him.
	Card #B15-009HN • Artist:mineri
	Fervent Squire, Luke
		"Here it is! This is where the glorious Legend of Luke will begin!"
		Attack: 40	Support: 10	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Cavalier		Tier:Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Serene Partner:[Always] If this unit is being supported by "Roderick", this unit gains +30 attack. Attack Emblem:[Support] Until the end of this battle, your attacking unit gains +20 attack.
	Card #B15-010N • Artist:mineri
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, seetheir TCG wiki article on Luke .

Flavor text

Meet some of the Heroes entries

Luke: Rowdy Squire
The knights of Altea are known across the continent of Archanea for their skill and valor. Here's Luke, an Altean squire and new recruit to the 7th Platoon!	Luke has a carefree attitude, and he finds both formality and his training to become a knight rather stifling. But despite that, he's close friends with Roderick—a rather serious squire who's very much his opposite!	So why did Luke want to become a knight if he doesn't care for the rules? Well, the first answer he'll give is that he "does it for the ladies," but I hear there's another reason that he's keeping quiet about.	He might not have the purest of intentions (if he's to be believed), but there's no denying his skill. And so, Luke continues to blaze his own trail to one day become a paladin in shining armor to all the ladies in Altea!
Closely Associated Characters
Roderick {{{Related_name2}}} {{{Related_name3}}} {{{Related_name4}}} {{{Related_name5}}} An aspiring knight of Altea. Of calm demeanor. Luke's longtime friend and rival. {{{Related_blurb2}}} {{{Related_blurb3}}} {{{Related_blurb4}}} {{{Related_blurb5}}}

Choose Your Legends placement history

Round	Placement	Character	Votes

CYL 1 (2017)

676

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

75

CYL 2 (2018)

739

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

44 (−31)

CYL 3 (2019)

630 (−13)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

58 (+14)

CYL 4 (2020)

718 (+17)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

39 (−19)

CYL 5 (2021)

805 (+87)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

12 (−27)

CYL 6 (2022)

766 (−41)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

24 (+12)

CYL 7 (2023)

828 (+62)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

6 (−18)

CYL 8 (2024)

852 (+24)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

11 (+5)

CYL 9 (2025)

890 (+38)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

5 (−6)

CYL 10 (2026)

870 (−20)

Luke Mystery of the Emblem /New Mystery of the Emblem

6 (+1)

Total results		This character has 10 entries across all Choose Your Legends polls.	280

Trivia

• Luke is the lowest-placed finisher in the second through fifthChoose Your Legends events to have already been inHeroes at the time of those events.
  • Round 2: 739th place, 44 votes
  • Round 3: 534th place, 58 votes
  • Round 4: 550th place, 39 votes
  • Round 5: 492nd place, 12 votes
  • He was surpassed in this distinction inRound 6 byJorge; Luke finished in 489th place with 24 votes, but placed ahead of six other characters already inHeroes in that event.
  • Luke's lifetime vote total to date is 256, counting the 75 votes from his 676th-place finish in thefirst event, the lowest of any character to have participated in all six rounds to be available inHeroes.
• In theMystery of the Emblem Hideo Takayashiki novels, the surname "Kazas" (Japaneseカザス) is given to Luke.

Etymology and other languages

Gallery

Sprite Gallery
Mystery of the Emblem Cavalier Paladin Knight Lance Lance Sword Sword (Promoted)
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Official artwork

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  Artwork of Luke fromMystery of the Emblem.
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  Artwork of Luke from theTrading Card Game.
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  Artwork of Luke from theTrading Card Game.
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  Artwork of Luke fromNew Mystery of the Emblem.

Heroes artwork

Character artwork

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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.
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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.
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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.
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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.

Meet some of the Heroes artwork

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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.
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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.
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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.
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  Artwork of Luke: Rowdy Squire.
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  Luke in artwork ofRoderick: Steady Squire.
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  Luke in artwork ofKatarina: Wayward One.

Other artwork

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  Wallpaper of Luke: Rowdy Squire from theA Hero Rises 2018 event.

Cipher artwork

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  Artwork of Luke.
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  Artwork of Luke.
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  Luke in artwork ofKatarina.

References

This article is part ofProject Characters, a project focused on writing articles for every character present in theFire Emblem series.