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The '''Dark Mage''' (Japanese: {{hover|ダークマージ|Dākumāji}} ''Dark Mage'') is a magic-wielding class which debuted in {{FE3}}. | The '''Dark Mage''' (Japanese: {{hover|ダークマージ|Dākumāji}} ''Dark Mage'') is a magic-wielding class which debuted in {{FE3}}. Throughout its appearances in the {{FES}}, it can be roughly divided into two incarnations; both share in common the ability to wield [[dark (magic)|dark magic]] and similar tomes. | ||
Its first incarnation is as an [[:Category:Advanced classes|advanced]] class in ''Mystery of the Emblem'', {{title|Genealogy of the Holy War}} and {{title|Thracia 776}}. In these three games, the Dark Mage is primarily enemy-only, near-exclusively the domain of sinister enemy factions - [[Gharnef]] and his heretic bishop followers in ''Mystery of the Emblem'', and the [[Loptyrians]] in the latter two. | Its first incarnation is as an [[:Category:Advanced classes|advanced]] class in ''Mystery of the Emblem'', {{title|Genealogy of the Holy War}} and {{title|Thracia 776}}. In these three games, the Dark Mage is primarily enemy-only, near-exclusively the domain of sinister enemy factions - [[Gharnef]] and his heretic bishop followers in ''Mystery of the Emblem'', and the [[Loptyrians]] in the latter two. Between these three games it is playable exactly once, as the promoted class of [[Salem]] in ''Thracia 776''. In addition to dark magic, in these games it can also wield staves and, in ''Thracia 776'', the three types of [[Anima (magic)|anima magic]]. | ||
The second version of the class is as a [[:Category:Base classes|basic class]], appearing in this capacity in {{title|Shadow Dragon}} and all subsequent games, acting as the successor of the role previously filled by the [[Shaman]]. | The second version of the class is as a [[:Category:Base classes|basic class]], appearing in this capacity in {{title|Shadow Dragon}} and all subsequent games, acting as the successor of the role previously filled by the [[Shaman]]. Compared to their [[Mage]] counterparts, Dark Mages are [[Speed|slower]], [[HP|bulkier]] and more [[Defense|defensively]] [[Resistance|oriented]], though still possessing formidable [[Magic (stat)|offensive magical power]]; this difference is more pronounced in ''Shadow Dragon'' and {{title|New Mystery of the Emblem}}, where the absence of distinct dark magic gives them little clear distinction from Mages. In {{title|Awakening}}, however, dark magic returns as a subcategory of tomes which are exclusive to the use of Dark Mages and [[Sorcerer]]s. | ||
In ''Mystery of the Emblem'' and ''Genealogy of the Holy War'', the Dark Mage is enemy only and thus is not associated with [[class change]]s in either direction, although in the latter it does have a stronger cousin class, the [[Dark Bishop]], also enemy-exclusive. | In ''Mystery of the Emblem'' and ''Genealogy of the Holy War'', the Dark Mage is enemy only and thus is not associated with [[class change]]s in either direction, although in the latter it does have a stronger cousin class, the [[Dark Bishop]], also enemy-exclusive. In ''Thracia 776'', the Dark Mage is an advanced class, as the promoted form of the [[Loptyr Mage]]. From ''Shadow Dragon'' onwards, Dark Mages promote to [[Sorcerer]]; in addition, ''Awakening'' and {{title|Fates}} give them an alternative promotion option, the [[Dark Knight]], which loses the ability to wield dark tomes in exchange for mobility and [[sword]]s. | ||
In ''Shadow Dragon'' and ''New Mystery of the Emblem'', no standard playable character joins as a Dark Mage, and the player's sole access to the class is through [[reclass]]ing compatible units. Additionally, [[replacement unit]]s may initially be Dark Mages when they join. | In ''Shadow Dragon'' and ''New Mystery of the Emblem'', no standard playable character joins as a Dark Mage, and the player's sole access to the class is through [[reclass]]ing compatible units. Additionally, [[replacement unit]]s may initially be Dark Mages when they join. | ||
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FEMN Dark Mage.png|Artwork of the Dark Mage from the [[Fire Emblem Trading Card Game|TCG]]. | FEMN Dark Mage.png|Artwork of the Dark Mage from the [[Fire Emblem Trading Card Game|TCG]]. | ||
FEAOA Dark Mage.png|Concept artwork of a Dark mage from [[The Art of Fire Emblem Awakening]]. | FEAOA Dark Mage.png|Concept artwork of a Dark mage from [[The Art of Fire Emblem Awakening]]. | ||
Generic portrait dark mage fe04.png|The generic Dark Mage portrait in {{title|Genealogy of the Holy War}}. | |||
Generic portrait dark mage fe11.png|The generic Dark Mage portrait in {{title|Shadow Dragon}}. | |||
Generic portrait dark mage fe12.png|The generic Dark Mage portrait in {{title|New Mystery of the Emblem}}. | |||
Generic portrait dark mage fe13.png|The generic Dark Mage portrait in {{title|Awakening}}. | |||
Generic portrait dark mage risen fe13.png|The generic [[Risen]] Dark Mage portrait in {{title|Awakening}}. | |||
Generic portrait dark mage fe14.png|The generic Dark Mage portrait in {{title|Fates}}. | |||
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[[Category:Advanced classes]][[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem]] [[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War]] [[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem: Thracia 776]][[Category:Base classes]][[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon]] [[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem]] [[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem Awakening]] [[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem Fates]] | |||
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[[Category:Classes in Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem]] | |||
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The Dark Mage (Japanese: ダークマージ Dark Mage) is a magic-wielding class which debuted in Fire Emblem: Mystery of the Emblem. Throughout its appearances in the Fire Emblem series, it can be roughly divided into two incarnations; both share in common the ability to wield dark magic and similar tomes.
Its first incarnation is as an advanced class in Mystery of the Emblem, Genealogy of the Holy War and Thracia 776. In these three games, the Dark Mage is primarily enemy-only, near-exclusively the domain of sinister enemy factions - Gharnef and his heretic bishop followers in Mystery of the Emblem, and the Loptyrians in the latter two. Between these three games it is playable exactly once, as the promoted class of Salem in Thracia 776. In addition to dark magic, in these games it can also wield staves and, in Thracia 776, the three types of anima magic.
The second version of the class is as a basic class, appearing in this capacity in Shadow Dragon and all subsequent games, acting as the successor of the role previously filled by the Shaman. Compared to their Mage counterparts, Dark Mages are slower, bulkier and more defensively oriented, though still possessing formidable offensive magical power; this difference is more pronounced in Shadow Dragon and New Mystery of the Emblem, where the absence of distinct dark magic gives them little clear distinction from Mages. In Awakening, however, dark magic returns as a subcategory of tomes which are exclusive to the use of Dark Mages and Sorcerers.
In Mystery of the Emblem and Genealogy of the Holy War, the Dark Mage is enemy only and thus is not associated with class changes in either direction, although in the latter it does have a stronger cousin class, the Dark Bishop, also enemy-exclusive. In Thracia 776, the Dark Mage is an advanced class, as the promoted form of the Loptyr Mage. From Shadow Dragon onwards, Dark Mages promote to Sorcerer; in addition, Awakening and Fates give them an alternative promotion option, the Dark Knight, which loses the ability to wield dark tomes in exchange for mobility and swords.
In Shadow Dragon and New Mystery of the Emblem, no standard playable character joins as a Dark Mage, and the player's sole access to the class is through reclassing compatible units. Additionally, replacement units may initially be Dark Mages when they join.
Stats
Base stats
| Game | HP | Strength | Magic | Skill | Speed | Luck | Defense | Resistance | Movement | Constitution | Weapon level |
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| Mystery of the Emblem | 26 | 5 | -- | 1 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 6 | -- | Tome/Staff: 6 |
| Genealogy of the Holy War | 40 | 0 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 5 | -- |  B  B
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| Thracia 776 | 24 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 4 | -- | 5 | 6 |  E  E  E C C
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| Shadow Dragon | 16 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 6 | -- |  E
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| New Mystery of the Emblem | 16 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 6 | -- |  E
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| Awakening | 18 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 5 | -- | Template:Tome3DS E |
Max stats
| Game | HP | Strength | Magic | Skill | Speed | Luck | Defense | Resistance | Movement | Constitution | Weapon level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mystery of the Emblem | 52 | 20 | -- | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | -- | Tome/Staff: 20 |
| Genealogy of the Holy War | 80 | 15 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 30 | 22 | 25 | 5 | -- | B B*
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| Thracia 776 | 80 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | -- | 20 | 20 | A A A A A
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| Shadow Dragon | 60 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 32 | -- | A
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| New Mystery of the Emblem | 60 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 8 | -- | A
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| Awakening | 60 | 20 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 30 | 25 | 27 | 7 | -- | Template:Tome3DS A |
Class growth rates
| Game | HP | Strength | Magic | Skill | Speed | Luck | Defense | Resistance | Charm | Constitution* | Movement* | Weapon level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mystery of the Emblem | 40% | 20% | -- | 30% | 10% | 0% | 20% | 40% | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Genealogy of the Holy War | 100% | 10% | 30% | 30% | 30% | 0% | 10% | 30% | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Thracia 776 | 30% | 3% | 20% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 5% | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Shadow Dragon | 20% | -15% | 20% | 20% | 20% | 0% | -15% | 20% | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| New Mystery of the Emblem | 20% | -15% | 20% | 20% | 20% | 0% | -15% | 10% | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Awakening | 50% | 5% | 15% | 15% | 15% | 0% | 10% | 10% | -- | -- | -- | -- |
See class growth rate for more details on the mechanics of class growths in each game.
Class skills
| Game | Skill | Learning conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Awakening | File:Is 3ds hex.png Hex | Learned at Level 1. |
| Awakening | File:Is 3ds anathema.png Anathema | Learned at Level 10. |
| Fates | File:Is 3ds heartseeker.png Heartseeker | Learned from Level 1 and up. |
Class change
Mystery of the Emblem
| Base class |
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 Dark Mage |
Genealogy of the Holy War
| Base class |
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 Dark Mage |
Thracia 776
| Base class | Promotion method | Advanced class |
|---|---|---|
| File:Bs fe05 salem loptyr mage magic.png Loptyr Mage |
Using a Knight Proof after reaching Level 10. |  Dark Mage |
Shadow Dragon
| Base class | Promotion method | Advanced class |
|---|---|---|
| File:Bs fe11 playable dark mage magic.png Dark Mage |
Using a Master Seal after reaching Level 10. | File:Bs fe11 playable sorcerer magic.png Sorcerer |
New Mystery of the Emblem
| Base class | Promotion method | Advanced class |
|---|---|---|
| File:Bs fe11 playable dark mage magic.png Dark Mage |
Using a Master Seal after reaching Level 10. | File:Bs fe11 playable sorcerer magic.png Sorcerer |
Awakening
| Base class | Promotion method | Advanced class |
|---|---|---|
| File:Ma 3ds dark mage playable.gif Dark Mage |
Using a Master Seal after reaching Level 10. | File:Ma 3ds sorcerer playable.gif Sorcerer or File:Ma 3ds dark knight playable.gif Dark Knight |
| Promotion choice criteria: The player may freely choose. | ||
Fates
| Base class | Promotion method | Advanced class |
|---|---|---|
 Dark Mage |
Using a Master Seal after reaching Level 10. |  Sorcerer or  Dark Knight |
| Promotion choice criteria: The player may freely choose. | ||
Playable Dark Mages
| Playable Characters | |
|---|---|
| Name | Game |
| Tharja | Awakening |
| Henry | Awakening |
| Deirdre | Awakening |
| Salem | Awakening |
| Micaiah | Awakening (DLC version only) |
| Odin | Fates: Conquest and Revelation |
| Nyx | Fates: Conquest and Revelation |
| Ophelia | Fates: Conquest and Revelation |
| Playable Dark Mage units in the Fire Emblem series. | |
Notable enemy Dark Mages
| Enemy Units | |
|---|---|
| Name | Game |
| Gharnef | Mystery of the Emblem (Book 2 only) |
| Sandima | Genealogy of the Holy War |
| Chalard | Awakening |
| Zola | Fates: Birthright and Revelation |
| Enemy Dark Mage units in the Fire Emblem series. | |
Flavor text
Awakening
A mage able to use dark tomes. High in Def and tough to kill.
Fates
Nohrian. A wizard who practices the forbidden techniques of dark magic.
Trivia
Etymology and other languages
| Names, etymology, and in other regions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Language | Name | Definition, etymology, and notes |
| English |
Dark Mage |
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| Spanish |
Mago oscuro |
Dark mage |
| French |
Mage noir |
Black mage |
| German |
Dunkelmagier |
Dark mage |
| Italian |
Mago nero |
Black mage |
Gallery
Artwork of the Dark Mage from the TCG.
- FEAOA Dark Mage.png
Concept artwork of a Dark mage from The Art of Fire Emblem Awakening.
The generic Dark Mage portrait in Genealogy of the Holy War.
The generic Dark Mage portrait in Shadow Dragon.
The generic Dark Mage portrait in New Mystery of the Emblem.
The generic Dark Mage portrait in Awakening.
The generic Dark Mage portrait in Fates.
References
See also
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This article is part of Project Classes, a project focused in writing articles for every class present in the Fire Emblem series. |
