Merric

Wind Mage

A mage from the Altean nobility known by the alias Wind Mage, and Marth's best friend. He studied at the Khadein Magical Academy and is a gentle young man excelling in magical talent.

Quotes

  • The wind is always moving. I want to be that way too.
  • Being able to fight together with Marth is my pride.
  • Magic is not just power. The heart must also be forged.
  • Elice, I'll stake everything to protect you.
  • Continuing to learn is true strength.

Trivia

  • His official birthday has not been revealed.
  • As the Wind Mage, he is the leading practitioner of wind attribute magic.
  • The magic tome Excalibur that Merric uses is the only legendary magic tome with wind attribute.
  • In the original work, there are depictions of a frail body, and cultural aspects are strongly emphasized.
  • After the Hero War, marries Elice and participates in establishing the magical academy.
  • Appears as a playable character in Fire Emblem Heroes.

Alternate names

Merric Wind Mage Merric of Altea

Tags

Fire Emblem Mage Noble Altea Best Friend Wind Mage Marth's Best Friend Magic User Archanea Magical Academy

Profile

Species
Humanoid
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Blond hair with a delicate appearance reminiscent of the wind, possessing an intellectual and clean look befitting a mage.
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Blond hair
  • Blue eyes
Iconic items
  • Excalibur (Wind Magic Tome)
  • Mage Robes

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Gentle
Detailed personality
Mild-mannered and sincere, serious and hardworking. He cherishes his best friend Marth, possessing intellect and kindness to calmly cope even in difficult situations. He has consideration for those around him but has a somewhat reserved personality.
Keywords
  • Friend-oriented
  • Sincere
  • Hardworking
  • Gentle
  • Intellectual
  • Calm
  • Kind
Motto
Uphold the justice you believe in
Talents
  • Magical talent
  • Wind attribute magic practitioner
  • Abundant magic power
Skills
  • Magic tome handling
  • Advanced magic mastery
  • Magic synthesis
  • Historical knowledge
Motivation
To devote himself to Altea, fight together with Marth as his best friend, and protect peace.
Favorite foods
Fruit, Light snacks
Favorite places
Khadein Magical Academy, Altea's nature-rich places
Favorite colors
Blue, White
Disliked situations
Meaningless sacrifices from conflict, Danger to best friends or comrades

History

Backstory
Born into an Altean noble family, he excelled in magic from childhood. During his training at the Khadein Magical Academy, he built a deep trusting relationship as Hero-King Marth's best friend. Wishing for peace in his homeland Altea, even as he gets caught up in numerous wars, he continues to support his comrades with his innate gentle heart and wind magic. While harboring secret feelings for Elice, he shines as a shadow figure strongly supporting Marth.
Debut date
April 20, 1990
Work title
Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light
Media type
Game

Study abroad in Khadein

Significant event
Study abroad in Khadein
Description
Gains power as the Wind Mage through training at the magical academy.

Joining the Shadow Dragon War

Significant event
Joining the Shadow Dragon War
Description
Fights alongside Marth for Altea, fulfilling important roles in numerous battlefields.

Marriage to Elice

Significant event
Marriage to Elice
Description
After the Hero War, marries Elice, his best friend and the object of his affections.

Relationships

Marth

Best friend

As best friends from childhood, fought through numerous battles together.

Elice

Spouse

Married after the Hero War and spent their lives together.

Linde

Ally

Master-disciple relationship regarding magic during time in Khadein.

Altean Army

Altean Army: support

Media appearances

Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light

Game / Supporting

1990

Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem

Game / Supporting

1994

Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem

Game / Supporting

2010

Fire Emblem Heroes

Game / Supporting

2017

Tokyo Mirage Sessions ♯FE

Game / Supporting

2015

Voice cast and creators

Nozomi Sasaki

Voice actor
Nozomi Sasaki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Dengeki CD Drama • Maki Hakoda Edition

Sōichirō Hoshi

Voice actor
Sōichirō Hoshi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Heroes

Yuri Nagatsuma

Voice actor
Yuri Nagatsuma
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Heroes (Childhood)

Nintendo

Creator name
Nintendo
Role
Original author

Maki Hakoda

Creator name
Maki Hakoda
Role
Writer

Masateru Sasano

Creator name
Masateru Sasano
Role
Illustrator

Kyō Watanabe

Creator name
Kyō Watanabe
Role
Illustrator

Intelligent Systems

Creator name
Intelligent Systems
Role
Animation Studio

Related goods

Merric Figure

Item name
Merric Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

Mage Merric Plush Toy

Item name
Mage Merric Plush Toy
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

Excalibur Magic Tome Replica

Item name
Excalibur Magic Tome Replica
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited