Miriel

Miriel Artwork of Miriel from Awakening. A meticulous, methodical Shepherd with high standards.

Gender Female Race Human Birthday February 12 Family Unnamed mother (deceased) Laurent (son) Nationality Ylissean Starting class Mage Voiced by Tara Platt (English, all appearances) Yurika Aizawa (Japanese, all appearances) Appearance(s) Awakening Heroes

“	I wondered what manner of ignoramus would mislay their weapon. Now I know.	”	— Miriel, upon finding Vaike's axe

Miriel (Japanese: ミリエル Myriel) is a character in Fire Emblem Awakening. Her starting class is a mage and her appearance is based upon a classical witch. She is a member of Chrom's Shepherds and is a methodical perfectionist.

Fire Emblem Awakening

Role

Miriel first appears two turns into Chapter 2: Shepherds, where she finds Vaike's misplaced axe and trades it back to him. She remains with The Shepherds throughout the game.

If Miriel is married by or after Chapter 13, a paralogue opens where she meets her son from the future, Laurent.

Starting stats and growth rates

Mage Level 1 Movement 5

Recruitment: Chapter 2, automatically from turn 2 Stats Growth Rates Cap Modifiers Max HP 18 Speed 7 Strength 0 Luck 6 Magic 6+2 Defense 3 Skill 5 Resistance 4 Max HP 70% Speed 60% Strength 15% Luck 50% Magic 60% Defense 25% Skill 60% Resistance 40% Speed +1 Strength −2 Luck 0 Magic +3 Defense −2 Skill +1 Resistance 0 {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}} Inventory Skills Fire Iron Axe Magic +2 Weapon Levels -- -- -- -- E --

Reclassing options

Miriel Base classes:* Mage Sage Dark Knight Reclass options: Troubadour Valkyrie War Cleric Dark Mage Sorcerer Dark Knight

See reclass for more details on the reclassing system.

Growth rates when reclassed

Dark Knight Troubadour/Valkyrie War Cleric Dark Mage Sorcerer Bride

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Dark Knight	85%	30%	55%	55%	55%	50%	30%	35%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Troubadour/Valkyrie	70%	15%	60%	50%	60%	50%	25%	45%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
War Cleric	80%	30%	55%	50%	55%	50%	30%	40%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Dark Mage	85%	20%	55%	55%	55%	50%	30%	40%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Sorcerer	80%	15%	60%	55%	55%	50%	30%	40%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Bride	75%	35%	50%	60%	60%	50%	30%	40%	{{{cha}}}

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Promotion stat gains

Mage Troubadour Dark Mage

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sage	+4	+1	+3	+2	+3	+0	+2	+2	+1	E, E
Dark Knight	+9	+4	+1	+3	+1	+0	+7	+2	+3	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Valkyrie	+3	+0	+2	+2	+3	+0	+2	+3	+1	E
War Cleric	+8	+5	+2	+2	+1	+0	+5	+1	-1	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sorcerer	+5	+1	+3	+2	+1	+0	+3	+3	+1	--
Dark Knight	+7	+3	+2	+4	+2	+0	+5	+1	+3	E

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Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Learned at
	Magic +2	Mage, level 1
	Focus	Mage, level 10
	Rally Magic	Sage, level 5
	Tomefaire	Sage, level 15
	Slow Burn	Dark Knight, level 5
	Lifetaker	Dark Knight, level 15
	Resistance +2	Troubadour, level 1
	Demoiselle	Troubadour, level 10
	Rally Resistance	Valkyrie, level 5
	Dual Support+	Valkyrie, level 15
	Rally Luck	War Cleric, level 5
	Renewal	War Cleric, level 15
	Hex	Dark Mage, level 1
	Anathema	Dark Mage, level 10
	Vengeance	Sorcerer, level 5
	Tomebreaker	Sorcerer, level 15
The above skill list does not include skills obtained exclusively via DLC.

Fire Emblem Heroes

Role

Miriel is one of the characters added to the game in the Book VI launch update, and was made available to players via quest rewards available between December 7, 2021 and December 22, 2021. Following this, she would be directly added to the 3★ and 4★ summoning pools beginning with the Legendary Heroes - Byleth summoning event that started on December 24. Only one variation of Miriel is currently available in Heroes, based on her Awakening incarnation.

Miriel: Rapier Intellect

Starting stats

★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★★

Rarity ★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial Stats Level 40 Stats Maximum HP 16/17/18 Attack 7/8/9 Speed 8/9/10 Defense 4/5/6 Resistance 5/6/7 Maximum HP 31/34/37 Attack 30/33/36 Speed 33/36/39 Defense 19/22/25 Resistance 28/31/34 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Elthunder -- --

Rarity ★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial Stats Level 40 Stats Maximum HP 16/17/18 Attack 8/9/10 Speed 9/10/11 Defense 4/5/6 Resistance 5/6/7 Maximum HP 32/35/38 Attack 32/35/38 Speed 35/38/42 Defense 20/23/26 Resistance 29/32/35 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Blárlion Draw Back --

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial Stats Level 40 Stats Maximum HP 17/18/19 Attack 8/9/10 Speed 9/10/11 Defense 5/6/7 Resistance 6/7/8 Maximum HP 34/37/41 Attack 34/37/40 Speed 37/40/44 Defense 22/25/29 Resistance 32/35/38 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Blárlion+ Draw Back --

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Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Unlock	Auto-unlock	SP cost
	Thunder	★★★	★★★	50
	Elthunder	★★★	★★★	100
	Blárlion	★★★	★★★★	200
	Blárlion+	★★★★★	★★★★★	300
	Draw Back	★★★	★★★★	150
A	Atk/Spd Ideal 1	★★★	—	60
A	Atk/Spd Ideal 2	★★★★	—	120
A	Atk/Spd Ideal 3	★★★★★	—	240
B	Spd/Res Link 1	★★★	—	60
B	Spd/Res Link 2	★★★	—	120
B	Spd/Res Link 3	★★★★	—	240

Personality

Miriel is a highly-intelligent mage who spends the majority of her free time organizing her personal belongings or observing others' battle techniques. At times, her observations make her oblivious to what is going on around her, forcing others to intervene for attention. Miriel's sophisticated language confuses her fellow Shepherds, but she is willing to clarify the meanings of what she has said. Miriel is harsh towards those who act without thought. The most superfluous packer.

Supports

Main article: Miriel/Supports

Endings

Miriel, Rapier Intellect (single ending)
Miriel remained in Ylisse but would vanish for days at a time when her discoveries prompted further inquiry. In her final years, these excursions culminated in a historic invention of supreme import.

Robin, High Deliverer & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Many wrote of Robin's legendary exploits, but accounts of his origins and character varied. Scholars, poets, and bards agreed on one thing alone—he loved his wife, Miriel, above all else.

Frederick, Cold Lieutenant & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
As Ylisse's new knight captain, Frederick took charge of keeping the peace and training new recruits. Alas, his wife, Miriel, would often vanish for weeks at a time as she pursued her studies.

Virion, Archest Archer & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Virion returned home to Rosanne, where he was labeled a traitor and a coward, or else ignored entirely. But Miriel's discoveries improved their quality of life, and they soon came to love him once more.

Stahl, Viridian Knight & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Stahl continued his service as an Ylissean knight and led crucial missions across the realm. His scatterbrained gaffes were met with criticism from Miriel, but the two still built a happy life together.

Vaike, Zero to Hero & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Vaike returned to the streets that raised him and was welcomed as a hero and brother to all. He lived out his days with Miriel, whose sharp mind and tongue refused to be dulled by any change of scenery.

Kellam, Oft Forgotten & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Miriel remained in Ylisse but would vanish for days at a time to pursue her studies. In her final years, this research led to a historic invention. Her husband's name has been lost to history.

Lon'qu, Gynophobe & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Lon'qu returned to Regna Ferox and served as Basilio's right-hand man. Miriel went with him and focused her studies on Ferox's unusual weather conditions.

Ricken, Upcoming Mage & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
While continuing to study magic, Ricken realized how childish some of his actions had been. Miriel's intellect inspired him greatly, and together they unlocked the secrets of the universe.

Gaius, Candy Stealer & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Gaius never lost his sweet tooth, though he ultimately returned to less savory enterprises. Miriel soon began researching new and more-powerful sweeteners for her husband to enjoy.

Gregor, Swell Sword & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
After the war, Gregor briefly sank into a life of excess, but when his wife began to treat him like part of the woodwork, he resumed work as a sellsword. Miriel helped out by researching Gregor's targets.

Libra, Fetching Friar & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Many an unfortunate child found joy in the small orphanage Libra and his wife built after the war. The children were said to love Libra like a mother but flee in terror at the sight of Miriel.

Henry, Twisted Mind & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Henry settled down with Miriel and turned out to be a surprisingly good father. Their newborn son grew up surrounded by his parents' vast library, dooming him to a future as a bookworm.

Donnel, Village Hero & Miriel, Rapier Intellect
Donnel returned to his tiny village and built a happy life with his mother and his wife, Miriel. The latter directed her studies on the local flora; Donny was shocked that trees could have ten-syllable names.

Quotes

Main articles: Miriel/Quotes (Awakening) and Miriel/Quotes (Heroes)

Other appearances

Fire Emblem Cipher

Miriel is featured on four cards in Fire Emblem Cipher.

One of the below cards' quotes is still in raw, untranslated Japanese; it needs translation.

Fire Emblem Cipher data for Miriel
	Rapier Intellect, Miriel
		"...Most intriguing."
		Attack: 30	Support: 20	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Mage		Tier: Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Mage’s Research: [Activate] [ , Discard 1 card from your hand] Draw 1 card. "Mage's Emblem": Draw 1 card, then discard 1 card.
	Card #S02-004ST • Artist: Saori Toyota
	Challenger of the Depths of Wisdom, Miriel
		"...I had no interest in this."
		Attack: 50	Support: 20	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 3
		Class: Dark Knight		Tier: Advanced	Class Change Cost: 2
		Sage of Arcane Circles: [Activate] [Tap 4 units] Until the end of this turn, this unit gains +100 attack.
	Card #P04-004PR • Artist: Saori Toyota
	Endless Thirst for Knowledge, Miriel
		"自分に妥協を許しているようでは 何事も成し遂げることなどできません。"
		Attack: 50	Support: 20	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 3
		Class: Sage		Tier: Advanced	Class Change Cost: 2
		Elfire: [Activate] [Once per turn] [] Until the end of the turn, this unit gains 20 attack. Great Experiments: [Activate] [Once per turn] [] Until the end of the turn, this unit gains 10 attack for every ally.
	Card #B08-016HN • Artist: Motokatsu Emoto
	Serene Magic Researcher, Miriel
		"Currently, I'm in the midst of research. I do not want to be interrupted."
		Attack: 30	Support: 20	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Mage		Tier: Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Theory Testing: [Trigger] [] During your opponent's turn when they have a successful support, you may pay the cost to cause the support skill, if any, of your opponent's supporting card to fail. "Mage's Emblem": Draw 1 card, then discard 1 card.
	Card #B08-017N • Artist: Motokatsu Emoto
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, see their TCG wiki article on Miriel .

Flavor text

Game	Text (English)	Text (Japanese)
Awakening	A meticulous, methodical Shepherd with high standards.	自警団の一員 神経質かつ几帳面な性格
Heroes	A serious and methodical Shepherd. Loves to research and is knowledgeable on a wide range of subjects. Appears in Fire Emblem Awakening.	クロム自警団の一員。真面目で几帳面。 研究熱心で、様々な知識を持っている。 （登場：『ファイアーエムブレム 覚醒』）

Meet some of the Heroes entries

Miriel: Rapier Intellect
You might have recognized this Hero as soon as you saw her pointy hat—that’s right, it’s Miriel! She’s a mage who is a member of the Shepherds, the group led by Chrom.	It may be obvious from her appearance that she’s sophisticated and put together, but she’s also highly meticulous and abhors slovenly behavior. I hear she’s particularly concerned about the management of the Shepherds’ inventory!	Knowing her, I wouldn’t be surprised if her goal was to solve all the mysteries of the world. That said, she gets so wrapped up in her own thoughts that sometimes she doesn’t even notice her surroundings!	Miriel has supported the Shepherds in all kinds of ways, and no one’s going to lose, or heaven forbid, misplace, any items on her watch. I just hope that she remembers to look out for herself when she gets her thinking cap on!
Closely Associated Characters
Chrom Lon'qu {{{Related_name3}}} {{{Related_name4}}} {{{Related_name5}}} A prince of Ylisse and descendant of the Hero-King. Leads the Shepherds. He teams up with Miriel on his way to defeat the Risen who have appeared in Ylisse. A skilled swordsman of Regna Ferox who is oddly skittish around women. He saved Miriel from an untimely demise after she nearly fell off a cliff while reading. {{{Related_blurb3}}} {{{Related_blurb4}}} {{{Related_blurb5}}}

Choose Your Legends placement history

Round	Placement	Character	Votes

CYL 1 (2017)

184

Miriel Awakening

1,437

CYL 2 (2018)

234 (+50)

Miriel Awakening

1,011 (−426)

CYL 3 (2019)

206 (−23)

Miriel Awakening

1,175 (+164)

CYL 4 (2020)

215 (+1)

Miriel Awakening

749 (−426)

CYL 5 (2021)

141 (−74)

Miriel Awakening

691 (−58)

CYL 6 (2022)

549 (+407)

Miriel Awakening

114 (−577)

CYL 7 (2023)

529 (−20)

Miriel Awakening

85 (−29)

CYL 8 (2024)

640 (+111)

Miriel Awakening

55 (−30)

Total results		This character has 8 entries across all Choose Your Legends polls.	5,317

Etymology and other languages

Names, etymology, and in other regions
Language	Name	Definition, etymology, and notes
English	Miriel	From Míriel, a Quenya name meaning "Jewel daughter", from mír ("jewel") and -iel ("daughter"). In J. R. R. Tolkien's legendarium, Míriel was the first wife of Finwë, the king of the Noldor, and the mother of Curufinwë, whom she died giving birth to.
Japanese	ミリエル	Officially romanized as Myriel.
Spanish	Miriel	As above.
French	Miriel	As above.
German	Miriel	As above.
Italian	Miriel	As above.

Gallery

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  Artwork of Miriel from Awakening.

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  Miriel's portrait in Awakening.

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  concept artwork of Miriel from Awakening.

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  Miriel as she appears in a scan from Famitsu.

Heroes artwork

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  Artwork of Miriel: Rapier Intellect.

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  Artwork of Miriel: Rapier Intellect.

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Other appearances

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  Artwork of Miriel from Fire Emblem Cipher.

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  Artwork of Miriel from Fire Emblem Cipher.

References

This article is part of Project Characters, a project focused on writing articles for every character present in the Fire Emblem series.