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Leonie
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“ | I'd lived in that tiny village my whole life, so to me, Captain Jeralt was nothing short of a legend. So I went right up to him, and I told him I was going to be his apprentice. He didn't stick around long after that, but he did teach me a lot while he was with us. Tactics, strategy, training routines—it was all so new and exciting! So after he left, I kept at it. Kept training. Just like he taught me. | ” | — Leonie |
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Leonie Pinelli (pronounced /li'oʊni pɪ'nɛli/[key]; Japanese: レオニー=ピネッリ Leonie Pinelli) is a character appearing in Fire Emblem: Three Houses. She is a student at the Officers Academy and a member of the Golden Deer.
Biography
Leonie is a hunter's daughter from the village of Sauin within the Leicester Alliance. When she was a child, her village hired mercenaries to defend themselves. This was Jeralt's mercenary group. Leonie saw Jeralt as someone that defended those who couldn't defend themselves, and asked him to be his apprentice. He taught her a few things before leaving the village, with the promise that they would reunite. To become a mercenary and be like Jeralt, she borrowed money from her village and enrolled in the Officers Academy in 1180 at Garreg Mach Monastery and joined the Golden Deer, studying and fighting alongside them.
After the timeskip, if Leonie is a member of Byleth's class, she returns to Garreg Mach on the day of the millennium festival and accompanies them throughout the war. If not recruited, on the Azure Moon route she remains with Claude and fights alongside him in the Battle at Gronder on Leicester's side, while on the Crimson Flower route she defends the Great Bridge of Myrddin alongside Acheron, Judith and a non-recruited Ignatz. In both circumstances, she can be circumvented or slain at the player's discretion. Leonie makes no appearances in the story on the Silver Snow route, but it is most likely she is one of the many casualties of the Battle at Gronder.
Fire Emblem: Three Houses
Role
Leonie is a starting playable character for the Golden Deer route, a recruitable unit on the Black Eagles and Blue Lions routes and a recurring enemy should he not be poached during Part I.
Starting stats and growth rates
Playable
- Main article:
Leonie/Stats
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Enemy - Chapter 7
Normal Hard Maddening
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Enemy - Crimson Flower Chapter 13
Normal Hard Maddening
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Enemy - Azure Moon Chapter 17
Normal Hard Maddening
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Growth rates when reclassed
- Main article:
Leonie/Stats § Growth rates when reclassed
Abilities
style="Template:Roundtl; border:none; background-color:#222222;" colspan="2" | Ability | style="Template:Roundtr; border:none; background-color:#222222;" | Learned at | |
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Rivalry | Personal ability, innate and unremovable | |
Sword Prowess | E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+ | |
Wrath Strike | D | |
Grounder | C | |
Axebreaker | B | |
Sword Crit +10 | S | |
Swordfaire | S+ | |
Lance Prowess | Innate; replaced with higher levels at C+, B+, and A+ | |
Tempest Lance | Innate | |
Knightkneeler | C | |
Monster Piercer | C+ | |
Swordbreaker | B | |
Lance Jab | A | |
Lance Crit +10 | S | |
Lancefaire | S+ | |
Axe Prowess | E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+ | |
Smash | D | |
Helm Splitter | C | |
Lancebreaker | B | |
Axe Crit +10 | S | |
Axefaire | S+ | |
Bow Prowess | Innate; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+ | |
Curved Shot | D | |
Close Counter | C | |
Break Shot | C+ | |
Point-Blank Volley | A | |
Bow Crit +10 | S | |
Bowfaire | S+ | |
Brawling Prowess | E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+ | |
Fading Blow | D | |
Rushing Blow | C | |
Healing Focus | B | |
Brawl Crit +10 | S | |
Fistfaire | S+ | |
Reason | E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+ | |
Black Magic Range +1 | S | |
Black Tomefaire | S+ | |
Faith | E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+ | |
White Magic Range +1 | S | |
White Tomefaire | S+ | |
Authority | E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+ | |
Battalion Desperation | C | |
Defensive Tactics | B | |
Offensive Tactics | S+ | |
Weight -3 | C | |
Smite | B | |
Weight -5 | A | |
Armored Effect Null | S+ | |
Dexterity +4 | C | |
Movement +1 | A+ | |
Cavalry Effect Null | S+ | |
Alert Stance | B | |
Alert Stance+ | A+ | |
Flying Effect Null | S+ | |
colspan="3" style="Template:Roundb; border:none; background-color:#222222" width="100%"|The above ability list does not include class abilities, or abilities and combat arts that are granted by items. |
Spell list
style="Template:Roundtl; border:none; background-color:#222222; width: 30%;" | Spell | style="Template:Roundtr; border:none; background-color:#222222;" | Learned at |
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Fire | D |
Bolganone | C |
Ragnarok | A |
Heal | D |
Nosferatu | D+ |
Physic | C |
style="Template:Roundbl; border:none; background-color:#222222;" | Restore | style="Template:Roundbr; border:none; background-color:#222222;" | B |
Analysis
This character analysis section may not be accurate to every player's experience. |
Leonie is a speed-oriented unit who can function well in chipping enemies or using her high speed to consistently double enemies. Starting out in the Golden Deer, Leonie has the highest speed base, enabling her to consistently double enemies with lightweight equipment or, on maddening mode, resist getting doubled. Leonie also starts with Tempest Lance, the strongest early game combat art, and is poised to get Curved Shot, allowing her to weaken enemies from a safe distance, with fairly minimal investment. As the game progresses, Leonie's speed will only get better with her having the highest speed growth in the game, DLC characters excluded, granting Leonie surprising survivability on the enemy phase on maddening solely by virtue of not getting doubled by enemies. Leonie's personal skill of Rivalry also adds to her bulk by reducing damage received by two when adjacent to a male ally. Rivalry also has great synergy with other units' skills, particularly Seteth who has Guardian to reduce damage received by an additional three points in addition to having Rally Defense, meaning that if he rallies her and stays adjacent to her, Leonie effectively gets nine defense and five resistance overall. The combat arts Leonie obtains later in the game give her an even stronger player phase. With a C+ in bows, Leonie gets Break Shot which is essentially an upgrade to Curved Shot in that it weakens enemies from a safe range and reduces the enemy's defense by five. With an A-rank in bows, Leonie gets Point-Blank Volley, one of the best combat arts in the game. This combat art grants Leonie a guaranteed consecutive follow-up attack. With a strong enough bow, Leonie can double the ridiculously fast enemies in maddening and often one-round tough enemies. While it does require Leonie to attack at melee range, making it less ideal than the Sniper-exclusive Hunter's Volley, the trade-off is fair since Leonie can use Point-Blank Volley in any class.
Leonie's bets promotion pathways focus on maximizing her speed or giving her inherent Bowfaire or Lancefaire. If you want Leonie to be as fast as possible, and use that speed for more than just doubling, Then you are best off promoting Leonie into a Soldier, then Pegasus Knight, then end in Falcon Knight. Leonie's high speed makes her an excellent dodge tank when combined with Alert Stance+ and flying classes' inherent Avoid +10. Moreover, with maximum investment into her speed stat she should be able to resist getting doubled by enemy Assassins on maddening mode. The inherent Lancefaire and high speed of the Falcon Knight also boosts Lance Jab, which scales in damage with speed, while also providing high movement and the unparalleled mobility of flying classes. Alternatively, to maximize damage with Point-Blank Volley, Leonie should become a Fighter, than a Brigand, followed by Sniper, and ending in Bow Knight. Brigand is recommended in this class promotion path to give Leonie access to Death Blow by mastering the class, giving her twelve extra damage when using Point-Blank Volley; bear in mind, though, that a side promotion to Brigand for Death Blow is recommended for all physically-oriented class promotion paths. Typically, you can choose either Bow Knight or Sniper for a bow-focused unit, however, since Leonie already has Point-Blank Volley and since Bow Knight gives Canto and higher movement, there is little reason for Leonie to stay as a Sniper.
Out-of-House Performance
When recruited outside of the Golden Deer, Leonie comes with training in lances and bows. Leonie requires Byleth to have at least a C-rank in lances, which is convenient since Byleth's best classes—i.e. The Wyvern Lord and Falcon Knight—require proficiency in lances. In addition to being convenient to recruit, Leonie is well on her way to becoming a Bow Knight and achieving an A-rank in bows, meaning that with a little more investment she will essentially perform the same as she would in the Golden Deer route. Moreover, recruiting her into the Black Eagles unlocks a paralogue which grants the player The Inexhaustible, a more powerful Brave Bow with a slight auto-healing effect.
Personality and character
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Leonie was inspired to become a mercenary by Jeralt; she calls him her master and herself his top disciple. She is very proud of her role as Jeralt's only apprentice, and can get aggressive about it. She goes so far as to scorn Byleth for not being grateful enough for being Jeralt's child. Leonie values protecting those who can not protect themselves, and lives to do just that. She is very straight-forward, never sugar coating or beating around the bush. She's very proud of her origins as a commoner, as it has greatly contributed to her rough and sincere nature.
Supports
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Leonie/Supports
Endings
Leonie, The Blade Breaker II
Leonie joined up with the mercenaries formerly led by Jeralt. As his greatest apprentice, she quickly took on a leadership role and eventually even inherited the title of Blade Breaker. She came to be known as Jeralt the Second, as she began to resemble him in all things—including his drinking habits. She left behind many unpaid tavern tabs.
Leonie, The Blade Breaker II & Claude, King of Unification
Leonie returned to Sauin Village to repay her debts and mysteriously vanished afterwards. Some years later, when trade between Fódlan and Almyra began in earnest, the village received notice that the Almyran king would be passing through on his way to Garreg Mach. The village rushed to prepare themselves. When the anticipated day arrived, they were shocked to find Leonie at the king's side. She had gone to visit Claude in Almyra, and had ended up staying to become his queen. Faced with the sight of Leonie in the resplendent clothing of a monarch, her father and the other villagers could do nothing but stand in mute amazement.
Leonie, The Blade Breaker II & Shamir, Distant Archer
Leonie assumed leadership of the mercenaries formerly led by Jeralt. One day, she was hired to protect a noble who had been warned of a bandit attack. The warning note listed all of the noble's foul deeds, and was signed with the image of a spider, which Leonie recognized. Just as she suspected, the one who came on the appointed day was none other than Shamir. Leonie was happy to break her contract on this occasion, and even offered Shamir a position in her company. The result was the most famous mercenary group ever to exist in Fódlan. It is said that their flag bore the image of a spider, and...another vaguely arachnid creature.
Ignatz, Worldly Artist & Leonie, The Blade Breaker II
Leonie took over the mercenary company formerly led by Jeralt. Though she earned a great deal of renown, the work began to dry up as the postwar chaos subsided. It was around that time she had a chance reunion with Ignatz, who had persuaded his family to allow him to wander the world as an artist. Remembering how they had once promised to travel together, Leonie disbanded her mercenary company and resolved to accompany him. The pair left Fódlan, searching for sights hitherto unseen. Where their journey took them remains unknown.
Raphael, Beast of Leicester & Leonie, The Blade Breaker II
Leonie took over the mercenary company formerly led by Jeralt. She ran out of money constantly, however, due to sending all of her earnings back to her village, and so developed a reputation for unpaid tavern tabs. When she came upon the inn that Raphael had been helping to run with his family, she was overjoyed to finally find a place that would trust her enough to open a new tab. In her years frequenting the establishment, she accrued such a massive debt to Raphael that the only way to pay him off was to work for him. By the time the debt was finally paid, she had moved in with him. They lived together happily for the rest of their days.
Felix, Meandering Sword & Leonie, The Blade Breaker II
After the war, Felix abandoned his noble title and chose to make a living with his sword. He accepted Leonie as his partner, and together they became wandering mercenaries. Their different fighting styles complemented one another well, and their combined skill was enough to handle any enemy. Some time later, the mercenary group formerly led by Jeralt joined them, and under their leadership, became the most feared company in Fódlan. After the post-war chaos passed, however, work became scarce, and the pair eventually became so desperate that they rebranded themselves as street performers. They proved surprisingly capable in their new profession.
Leonie, The Blade Breaker II & Alois, Sun of the Knights
Leonie joined up with the mercenaries formerly led by Jeralt. As his greatest apprentice, she quickly took on a leadership role, and eventually even inherited the title of Blade Breaker. No matter where she went, however, she was burdened by Jeralt's unpaid tavern tabs. Angry with Alois for pushing these debts upon her, she went to Garreg Mach to force him to pay half the debt. She encountered a smiling Alois, who had become captain of the Knights of Seiros, and who was all too happy in his new prosperity to take the debts back on. It is said that Leonie developed quite the drinking habit once she was free to visit taverns whenever she liked.
Leonie, The Blade Breaker II & Seteth, Heir of Purpose / Ally of the Archbishop
While Seteth remained at the monastery after the war to restore the Church of Seiros, Leonie wandered the land in pursuit of her dream to become an elite mercenary. It seemed as if their paths would never cross again. Years later, after they had achieved their goals, both retired and disappeared from the public eye at the same time, as if it had been prearranged. Though no official records of their lives after that time exist, it is rumored that a happy couple resembling them was sighted in a small mountain village. The couple was known for their excellent fishing skills, and for cooking up their bountiful catches for all the local villagers and travelers.
Quotes
Battle quotes
“ | Leonie: Monica. You'll pay for what you've done. Kronya: I told you! I am not Monica, I am Kronya! Do not call me by that fake name! Leonie: I don't care what you're called. I don't care if it takes my last breath. I'll kill you. Kronya: Please! My powers are beyond your comprehension. You're just a filthy worm! |
” | — Leonie, fighting Kronya in Chapter 10. |
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“ | Professor! You know Captain Jeralt's killer was connected to the Empire! Why did you side with them?! Answer me, traitor! | ” | — Leonie, as an enemy fighting Byleth in Crimson Flower Chapter 13. |
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“ | Doesn't matter who you are. I won't hold back, and I won't fall to the Empire. | ” | — Leonie, as an enemy fighting former members of the Golden Deer in Crimson Flower Chapter 13. |
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“ | You're all Captain Jeralt's enemies! And I will avenge him here! | ” | — Leonie, as an enemy in Crimson Flower Chapter 13. |
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“ | I can't hold back just because I know you. Sorry, but that's war. | ” | — Leonie, as an enemy in Azure Moon Chapter 17. |
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“ | Leonie: Hey, Mr. Magic Beast! If we defeat you, will you grant our wish? The Immovable: Indeed, I will. Leonie: Great! I may not have a Crest, but I'll give it my all! The Immovable: You are an interesting young girl... I accept your challenge. |
” | — Leonie, fighting the Immovable in Legend of the Lake. |
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Critical quotes
“ | I'll keep it simple. | ” | — Leonie in Part I |
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“ | Pure grit! | ” | — Leonie in Parts I & II |
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“ | That's the spirit! | ” | — Leonie in Parts I & II |
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“ | Time to pay! | ” | — Leonie in Part I |
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“ | I will destroy you! | ” | — Leonie in Part II |
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“ | I'll make you proud, Jeralt! | ” | — Leonie in Part II |
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Death/retreat quotes
“ | Damn! I'm letting the captain down. | ” | — Leonie's retreat quote as a playable character in Part I. |
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“ | I'm sorry, Captain. I couldn't keep my promise. | ” | — Leonie's death quote in classic mode as a playable character in Part II. |
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“ | Pathetic... Captain Jeralt would be ashamed. | ” | — Leonie's retreat quote in casual mode as a playable character in Part II. |
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“ | Judith, I'm sorry... I leave the rest to you... | ” | — Leonie, as an enemy in Crimson Flower Chapter 13. |
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“ | So, This is it... I did what i could, Captain Jeralt! | ” | — Leonie, as an enemy in Azure Moon Chapter 17. |
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Other quotes
- Main article:
Leonie/Quotes
Other appearances
Fire Emblem Cipher
Leonie is currently featured on two cards in Fire Emblem Cipher.
- Both of the below cards' epithets are still in raw, untranslated Japanese; these need translation.
Fire Emblem Cipher data for Leonie | |||||
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夢は一流の傭兵, Leonie | |||||
"We've got to win so we can show Captain Jeralt what we're made of!" | |||||
Attack: 60 | Support: 10 | Range: 1 | Deploy Cost: 3 | ||
Class: Cavalier | Tier: Advanced | Class Change Cost: 2 | |||
"That's the spirit!": [Activate] [Once per turn] Choose 1 untapped ally, and move them. "Please teach me!": [Always] If you have an allied "Jeralt", this unit gains +20 attack. | |||||
Card #B18-044HN • Artist: Yoko Maturica | |||||
The Blade Breaker's Best Pupil, Leonie | |||||
"I want to be the best there is, just like Captain Jeralt." | |||||
Attack: 40 | Support: 10 | Range: 1 | Deploy Cost: 1 | ||
Class: Commoner | Tier: Base | Class Change Cost: -- | |||
Rivalry: [Always] If this unit is attacking an enemy with a Deployment Cost of 2 or higher, this unit gains +10 attack. Attack Emblem: [Support] Until the end of this combat, your attacking unit gains +20 attack. | |||||
Card #B18-045N, B18-045ST • Artist: Yoko Maturica | |||||
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, see their TCG wiki article on Leonie . |
Trivia
- There's a personalized map sprite in the game's files depicting Leonie in the Bow Knight class, which would've been used during Part II. In-game, it is left unused for unknown reasons.
- As an enemy, Leonie has access to the Defiant Strenght ability, which she can't normally obtain as the Hero class is locked to male units.
Etymology and other languages
Names, etymology, and in other regions | ||
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Language | Name | Definition, etymology, and notes |
English |
Leonie Pinelli |
Full name, known by just Leonie in most menus. Leonie is a Latin name meaning "lioness". |
Spanish |
Leonie Pinelli |
As above. |
French |
Leonie Pinelli |
As above. |
German |
Leonie Pinelli |
As above. |
Italian |
Leonie Pinelli |
As above. |
Korean |
레오니 피넬리 |
Leonie Pinelli |
Simplified Chinese |
雷欧妮·皮聂利 |
Leonie Pinelli |
Traditional Chinese |
雷歐妮‧皮聶利 |
Leonie Pinelli |
Gallery
High quality portrait artwork of Leonie from Three Houses.
Portrait of Leonie from Three Houses.
Leonie's unused personalized sprite for Part II, despicting her in the Bow Knight class.
Concept art of Leonie from Three Houses.
External links
References
This article is part of Project Characters, a project focused on writing articles for every character present in the Fire Emblem series. |