Dorothea

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Dorothea Arnault Artwork of Dorothea in Part I, from Three Houses. Former singer at the Mittelfrank Opera Company

Gender Female Race Human Age 18–19 (Part I) 24–25 (Part II) Birthday 29th of the Horsebow Moon (September 29th) Height 170 cm Nationality Adrestian Starting class Commoner (Three Houses) Monk (Warriors: Three Hopes) Voiced by Allegra Clark (English, all appearances) Juri Nagatsuma (Japanese, all appearances) Appearance(s) Three Houses Heroes Warriors: Three Hopes

“	I sang, people cheered and applauded, and when I walked off stage, I'd find the same thing every night. A mountain of presents and marriage proposals. But none of those people knew me. All they knew was the singer they saw on stage.	”	— Dorothea to Sylvain

Dorothea Arnault (pronounced /⁠ˌdɔɹə'θiə⁠/^[key]; Japanese: ドロテア＝アールノルト Dorothea Arnold) is a playable character appearing in Fire Emblem: Three Houses. She is a student at the Officers Academy and a member of the Black Eagles.

Biography

Dorothea was born as the daughter of a maid to a nobleman in the Adrestian Empire. At a very young age her mother was forced out of the house where she worked and died of illness shortly thereafter. Dorothea was then left as an orphan to beg on the streets where she would sometimes sing alone. One time, she was overheard by some people, who invited her to become a songstress in the Mittelfrank Opera. In the Mittelfrank Opera, she met Manuela and started to look up to her. During her time in the Opera, she was kidnapped, assaulted and almost assassinated, but she learned to defend herself. In Imperial Year 1180, she left the Opera, entered the Officers Academy, and joined the Black Eagles house, learning and fighting alongside them.

After the timeskip, if Dorothea is a member of Byleth's class, she returns to Garreg Mach Monastery on the day of the millennium festival and accompanies them throughout the war. Should Dorothea not be recruited on the Azure Moon and Verdant Wind routes, she rejoins the Adrestian Empire post-timeskip and defends Enbarr from Byleth's chosen faction, either on the city's streets alongside Hubert and a non-recruited Petra on Azure Moon, or in the imperial palace in Verdant Wind along with Petra and Edelgard. She can be circumvented or slain at the player's discretion.

Fire Emblem: Three Houses

Role

Dorothea is a starting playable character for the Black Eagles route, a recruitable unit on the Blue Lions and Golden Deer routes and a recurring enemy should she not be poached during Part I.

Starting stats and growth rates

Playable

Main article: Dorothea/Stats

Main story P: Rumored Nuptials, Normal/Hard P: Rumored Nuptials, Maddening

Commoner Level 1 Movement 4 Crest --

Recruitment: Automatically upon joining the Black Eagles; can be recruited to other houses if Byleth has skill in Charm and Authority Base Stats Growth Rates Max Stats Max HP 24 Luck 6 Strength 5 Defense 4 Magic 11 Resistance 7 Dexterity 6 Charm 8 Speed 7 Max HP 40% Luck 35% Strength 20% Defense 15% Magic 40% Resistance 35% Dexterity 45% Charm 40% Speed 40% Max HP 76 Luck 49 Strength 30 Defense 38 Magic 61 Resistance 50 Dexterity 62 Charm 58 Speed 57 {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Golden Apple Songstress Sword Prowess Lv 1 Reason Lv 1 Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder -- Skill Levels E+ E E E E D E E E E E -- -- -- -- -- --

At the beginning of Part II, Dorothea automatically gains 2 level-ups.

Mage Level 14/15 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 31 Luck 11 Strength 7 Defense 5 Magic 19 Resistance 17 Dexterity 13 Charm 14+3 Speed 13

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Songstress Fire Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder Fire Seiros Magic Corps Lv 3 Group Flames Skill Levels E E E E E C E D E E E

Mage Level 21~22 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 37~38 Luck 16~17 Strength 11 Defense 8 Magic 25~26 Resistance 21~22 Dexterity 19~20 Charm 20~21+3 Speed 18~19

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Songstress Fire Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder Fire Seiros Magic Corps Lv 3 Group Flames Skill Levels E E E E E C E D E E E

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Enemy - Chapter 1

Normal Hard Maddening

Commoner Level 2 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 24 Luck 6 Strength 5 Defense 4 Magic 11 Resistance 7 Dexterity 6 Charm 8 Speed 7

Inventory Abilities Iron Sword Training Sword Songstress Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder -- Skill Levels E E E E E E E E E E E

Commoner Level 3 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 25 Luck 7 Strength 5 Defense 4 Magic 12 Resistance 8 Dexterity 7 Charm 9 Speed 8

Inventory Abilities Iron Sword Training Sword Songstress Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder -- Skill Levels E E E E E E E E E E E

Commoner Level 7 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 27 Luck 9 Strength 7 Defense 6 Magic 14 Resistance 10 Dexterity 10+4 Charm 11 Speed 10

Inventory Abilities Iron Sword Training Sword Songstress Dexterity +4 Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder -- Skill Levels E E E E E E E E E E E

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Enemy - Chapter 7

Normal Hard Maddening

Mage Level 14 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 29 Luck 9 Strength 6 Defense 5 Magic 17 Resistance 16 Dexterity 11 Charm 12+3 Speed 10

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Songstress Fire Reason Lv 3 Alert Stance Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder Fire Seiros Magic Corps Lv 3 Group Flames Skill Levels E E E E E C E D E E E

Mage Level 15 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 31 Luck 11 Strength 7 Defense 5 Magic 19 Resistance 17 Dexterity 13 Charm 14+3 Speed 13

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Songstress Fire Reason Lv 3 Alert Stance Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder Fire Seiros Magic Corps Lv 3 Group Flames Skill Levels E E E E E C E D E E E

Mage Level 21 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 37 Luck 16 Strength 11 Defense 8 Magic 25 Resistance 21 Dexterity 19 Charm 20+3 Speed 18

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Songstress Fire Reason Lv 3 Alert Stance Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Thunder Fire Seiros Magic Corps Lv 3 Group Flames Skill Levels E E E E E C E D E E E

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Enemy - Verdant Wind Chapter 20

Normal Hard Maddening

Warlock Level 39 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 45 Luck 14 Strength 8 Defense 12 Magic 27 Resistance 34 Dexterity 18 Charm 19+10 Speed 18

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Door Key Songstress Black Tomefaire Black Magic Uses x2 Reason Lv 5 Alert Stance+ Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Ragnarok Thunder Thoron Opera Co. Volunteers Lv 5 Dance of the Goddess Skill Levels E E E E E A E B E E E

Warlock Level 40 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 51 Luck 20 Strength 13 Defense 12 Magic 34 Resistance 34 Dexterity 25 Charm 26+10 Speed 24

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Door Key Songstress Black Tomefaire Black Magic Uses x2 Reason Lv 5 Alert Stance+ Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Ragnarok Thunder Thoron Opera Co. Volunteers Lv 5 Dance of the Goddess Skill Levels E E E E E A E B E E E

Warlock Level 46 Movement 4 Crest --

Stats Max HP 62 Luck 29 Strength 21 Defense 15 Magic 43 Resistance 38 Dexterity 34 Charm 35+10 Speed 33

Inventory Abilities Vulnerary Training Sword Door Key Songstress Black Tomefaire Black Magic Uses x2 Reason Lv 5 Alert Stance+ Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Ragnarok Thunder Thoron Opera Co. Volunteers Lv 5 Dance of the Goddess Skill Levels E E E E E A E B E E E

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Enemy - Azure Moon Chapter 21

Normal Hard Maddening

Warlock Level 42 Movement - Crest --

Stats Max HP 47 Luck 14 Strength 8 Defense 12 Magic 28 Resistance 36 Dexterity 19 Charm 20+10 Speed 18

Inventory Abilities Elixir Vulnerary Songstress Black Tomefaire Black Magic Uses x2 Reason Lv 5 Alert Stance+ Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Excalibur Thunder Opera Co. Volunteers Lv 5 Dance of the Goddess Skill Levels E E E E E A E B E E E

Warlock Level 43 Movement - Crest --

Stats Max HP 53 Luck 21 Strength 13 Defense 12 Magic 35 Resistance 36 Dexterity 26 Charm 27+10 Speed 25

Inventory Abilities Elixir Vulnerary Songstress Black Tomefaire Black Magic Uses x2 Reason Lv 5 Alert Stance+ Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Excalibur Thunder Opera Co. Volunteers Lv 5 Dance of the Goddess Skill Levels E E E E E A E B E E E

Warlock Level 49 Movement - Crest --

Stats Max HP 65 Luck 30 Strength 22 Defense 16 Magic 45 Resistance 40 Dexterity 36 Charm 37+10 Speed 34

Inventory Abilities Elixir Vulnerary Songstress Black Tomefaire Black Magic Uses x2 Reason Lv 5 Alert Stance+ Darting Blow Unsealable Magic Combat arts Spells Battalion -- Excalibur Thunder Opera Co. Volunteers Lv 5 Dance of the Goddess Skill Levels E E E E E A E B E E E

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Growth rates when reclassed

Main article: Dorothea/Stats § Growth rates when reclassed

Abilities

Ability set
Ability		Learned at
	Songstress	Personal ability, innate and unremovable
	Sword Prowess	Innate; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+
	Wrath Strike	D
	Grounder	C
	Hexblade	C+
	Axebreaker	B
	Sword Crit +10	S
	Swordfaire	S+
	Lance Prowess	E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+
	Tempest Lance	D
	Knightkneeler	C
	Swordbreaker	B
	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	E+; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+
	Curved Shot	D
	Close Counter	C
	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	Innate; replaced with higher levels at D+, C+, B+, and A+
	Black Magic Range +1	S
	Black Tomefaire	S+
	White Magic Avo +20	Budding Talent:
	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+
	Rally Charm	D
	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+
The above ability list does not include class abilities, or abilities and combat arts that are granted by items.

Spell list

Spell	Learned at
Thunder	Innate
Thoron	C
Sagittae	B
Meteor	A
Agnea's Arrow	A+
Heal	D
Nosferatu	D+
Physic	C

Analysis

This character analysis section may not be accurate to every player's experience.

Dorothea is one of the Black Eagles' magic-oriented characters. Her growths in Magic, Dexterity, Speed, and Resistance are decent, but she has poor Strength and Defense growths. Dorothea's spell selection elevates her despite her moderate magic growth. The elusive Thoron spell allows Dorothea to attack from three spaces away, mitigating her poor defenses. Dorothea can also use Thoron from four spaces away while turning her other two-range spells into three-range spells with the Caduceus Staff. Dorothea learns Meteor when she reaches A-rank in Reason. Only Dorothea and Hanneman can learn this spell, and only Hilda, Manuela and Constance can learn the comparable Bolting. Hilda's base and growth in Magic are both low, Manuela has a Reason bane, and Constance requires DLC. Meteor's high might combined with Fiendish Blow and Battalion bonuses can one shot enemies or weaken tough foes from afar. Meteor also allows Dorothea to give support and gambit bonuses to allies from up to ten spaces away depending on her skills and equipment. Finally, Dorothea has access to Physic, allowing her to support allies remotely. Even though all magic classes are restricted to four movement until the Master-class tier, Dorothea's ranged magic options help her stay relevant in both combat and support roles.

Dorothea's budding talent is in Faith, one of her initial banes. Most players will be discouraged by Dorothea's Faith bane, but in just twelve instruction sessions, she will gain a Faith boon, allowing her to gain White Magic Avo +20 and reach Physic faster. White Magic Avo +20 gives Dorothea an extra 20 Avoid when she has a faith spell equipped. While this sounds good on paper, her only offensive Faith spell is Nosferatu, which is weak and heavy, potentially negating the skill's benefits. Also, as a magic-enabled class with four movement, Dorothea will struggle to reach the front lines to use her limited ability to dodgetank. Physic is a fantastic support option, though, so unlocking the budding talent in Faith is still recommended - just to reach C-rank for Physic more quickly.

Dorothea's excellent spell pool and low strength and defense growths make her unsuitable for melee combat. Her best class promotion line is Monk to Mage, then Warlock or Bishop. Her best master class is subjective. Gremory, for instance, offers double Thoron, Meteor, and Physic spell uses. One can also make Dorothea a Dancer. Dorothea gains six movement as a dancer, allowing her to support her allies in an additional way while retaining her offense as a mage. One can also try to promote Dorothea to a Dark Knight or (with DLC) a Valkyrie or Dark Flier for increased mobility and Canto, but due to her banes in Riding and Flying, this will take a long time.

Recruiting for Other Routes

Dorothea will be trained in Swords and Reason magic when recruited in Part 1. Not only does Dorothea have amazing ranged options in Thoron and Meteor, but she also has a good magic growth. She lacks the raw power of Annette and Lysithea but makes up for it with her ranged offensive and supportive magic, making her a valuable addition to any team. In addition to this, Dorothea is easy to recruit as she requires Byleth to have skill in Authority and Charm, both of which can be developed easily via tea times with students and Church members.

Fire Emblem Heroes

Role

There are three different variations of Dorothea available to Heroes, two of which are based on her Three Houses incarnation and one of which is based on her Warriors: Three Hopes incarnation, and none of which are her normal variation. A summer-themed variation of Dorothea was made available between the period of July 8, 2020 through August 8, 2020 as part of the summoning event surrounding the launch of the Overseas Memories update. A desert-themed variation of Dorothea was made available between the period of January 18, 2021 through February 18, 2021 as part of the summoning event surrounding the launch of the Dark Desert Rituals update; this variation is a Harmonized Hero, carrying a dual-credit with Genealogy of the Holy War as a result of being paired up with Lene. A winter-themed variation, based on her Warriors: Three Hopes incarnation, was made available between December 16, 2022, through January 16, 2023, as part of the Holiday Handoff summoning event. Dorothea is the first character to have been made available in multiple special variations without a normal variation available anywhere in the game files.

Dorothea: Solar Songstress

Starting stats

Dorothea: Solar Songstress is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial Stats Level 40 Stats Maximum HP 15/16/17 Attack 6/7/8 Speed 7/8/9 Defense 2/3/4 Resistance 5/6/7 Maximum HP 34/38/41 Attack 34/37/41 Speed 33/36/39 Defense 12/16/19 Resistance 27/30/33 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Hidden Thorns+ Dance --

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Rarity	SP cost
	Iron Dagger	Innate
	Steel Dagger	Innate
	Hidden Thorns	Innate
	Hidden Thorns+	Innate
	Dance	Innate
B	Atk Cantrip 1	★★★★★	60 SP
B	Atk Cantrip 2	★★★★★	120 SP
B	Atk Cantrip 3	★★★★★	240 SP
C	Hone Atk 1	★★★★★	50 SP
C	Hone Atk 2	★★★★★	100 SP
C	Hone Atk 3	★★★★★	200 SP
C	Hone Atk 4	★★★★★	300 SP

Dorothea: Twilit Harmony

Starting stats

Dorothea: Twilit Harmony is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial Stats Level 40 Stats Maximum HP 14/15/16 Attack 7/8/9 Speed 8/9/10 Defense 2/3/4 Resistance 3/4/5 Maximum HP 33/37/40 Attack 35/38/42 Speed 32/35/38 Defense 12/16/19 Resistance 22/26/29 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Fell Candelabra Dance --

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Rarity	SP cost
	Fire	Innate
	Elfire	Innate
	Bolganone	Innate
	Fell Candelabra	Innate
	Dance	Innate
A	Darting Blow 1	★★★★★	50 SP
A	Swift Strike 1	★★★★★	120 SP
A	Swift Strike 2	★★★★★	240 SP
A	Swift Impact	★★★★★	300 SP
B	Blaze Dance 1	★★★★★	50 SP
B	Firestorm Dance 1	★★★★★	120 SP
B	Firestorm Dance 2	★★★★★	240 SP
C	Atk/Spd Rein 1	★★★★★	60 SP
C	Atk/Spd Rein 2	★★★★★	120 SP
C	Atk/Spd Rein 3	★★★★★	240 SP

Dorothea: Yuletide Dancer

Starting stats

Dorothea: Yuletide Dancer is only available at 5★ rarity.

Rarity ★★★★★ Weapon type Movement type

Initial Stats Level 40 Stats Maximum HP 13/14/15 Attack 7/8/9 Speed 10/11/12 Defense 2/3/4 Resistance 2/3/4 Maximum HP 32/36/39 Attack 37/41/44 Speed 38/41/45 Defense 12/16/19 Resistance 21/25/28 {{{content3}}} {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Skills Sevenfold Gifts Sing --

Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Rarity	SP cost
	Fire	Innate
	Elfire	Innate
	Bolganone	Innate
	Sevenfold Gifts	Innate
	Sing	Innate
B	S/R Far Trace 1	★★★★★	60 SP
B	S/R Far Trace 2	★★★★★	120 SP
B	S/R Far Trace 3	★★★★★	240 SP
C	Spd Tactic 1	★★★★★	60 SP
C	Spd Tactic 2	★★★★★	120 SP
C	Spd Tactic 3	★★★★★	240 SP
C	Inf. Spd Tactic	★★★★★	300 SP

Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes

Role

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Dorothea is a character set to appear in Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes. Like many other characters, she uses a new design for parts of the trailers.

Starting stats and growth rates

Scarlet Blaze Azure Gleam

Monk Level 1 Movement 6 Crest --

Recruitment: Chapter 2, automatically upon joining the Black Eagles Base Stats Stat Growths Max Stats Max HP 2700 Luck 9 Strength 7 Defense 7 Magic 9 Resistance 10 Dexterity 10 Charm 9 Speed 9 Max HP 5092 Luck 50 Strength 32 Defense 41 Magic 57 Resistance 55 Dexterity 70 Charm 62 Speed 56 Note: stat gains may be increased by class growths. Max HP 6700 Luck 66 Strength 51 Defense 51 Magic 70 Resistance 63 Dexterity 74 Charm 71 Speed 71 {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Inventory Abilities Iron Tome Prismatic Resonance Lv 1 Songstress Lv 1 Center Stage Lv 1 Bow Buster Lv 1 Combat arts/spells Battalion Thunder Nosferatu -- Skill Levels E E E E E E E

Mage Level 16 Movement 8 Crest --

Recruitment: Chapter 5, end of chapter if the Persuade Enemy General strategy was used Base Stats Stat Growths Max Stats Max HP 3421 Luck 16 Strength 13 Defense 11 Magic 18 Resistance 23 Dexterity 18 Charm 20 Speed 17 Max HP 5092 Luck 50 Strength 32 Defense 41 Magic 57 Resistance 55 Dexterity 70 Charm 62 Speed 56 Note: stat gains may be increased by class growths. Max HP 6700 Luck 66 Strength 51 Defense 51 Magic 70 Resistance 63 Dexterity 74 Charm 71 Speed 71 {{{content4}}} {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}}

Inventory Abilities Iron Tome Prismatic Resonance Lv 1 Songstress Lv 1 Center Stage Lv 1 Fire Bow Buster Lv 2 Faith Lv 1 Res +2 Combat arts/spells Battalion Fire Lv 1* Thunder Lv 1 -- Skill Levels E E E E E C C

Dorothea also possesses the following spells and combat arts, which can be equipped at the player's choice:

• Heal Lv 1
• Nosferatu Lv 1
• Wrath Strike Lv 1
• Flash Strike Lv 1
• Earthsplitter Lv 1
• Wheelsweep Lv 1
• Returning Axe Lv 1
• Smash Lv 1
• Curved Shot Lv 1
• Tracking Shot Lv 1
• Rushing Blow Lv 1
• Battle Trance Lv 1

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Abilities

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Personality and character

On the surface level, Dorothea is a promiscuous flirt and tease. She is known to date numerous men, and when questioned about her dating habits, she does not see them as a problem. However, the reason she is shamelessly dating dozens of candidates is to find the perfect partner. Dorothea believes that her beauty and fame as a songstress will eventually fade, and therefore, she needs to quickly look for someone who will take care of her. In fact, she wants to be taken care of so much that when she thinks Byleth is interested in doing that, she immediately feels surprised and happy.

Dorothea thinks that most people have only ever been interested in her because she is a young, pretty, and popular singer, and that she will go back to the streets when she grows old and can no longer sing as well. Therefore, she is trying to exploit what makes people interested in her to secure a future, so that does not need to be a pretty singer later on. Deep down, she wants to be loved by someone for who she is, not what she is; however, she finds that unlikely to happen, and struggles to believe that someone would, such as when Byleth proposes to her. She strongly believes that being a diva is her only value to most people, and when her charms do not seem to work, she quickly loses confidence and feels vulnerable. Dorothea is so accustomed to trying to be charming that when she learns Ingrid never did that, she is flabbergasted, especially since she considers Ingrid beautiful enough to pull it off even without makeup. Dorothea even briefly tries to flirt with Ingrid, but is immediately turned down. She secretly feels ashamed about exploiting her charm so much, because she considers it selfish, and she feels like she possesses no other strengths, to the point that she wonders if she even belongs in Garreg Mach.

In her interactions with others, Dorothea's insecurity generally does not show. She is completely comfortable around most people, even intimidating individuals such as Hubert,^{[citation needed]} and she is bold enough to poke fun at them, such as when she questions Hubert's devotion to Edelgard and when she compares Edelgard to a character from an opera. However, because many nobles looked down on her before she became a popular songstress, she is inherently distrustful of them, especially if they are nice to her. Her interactions with nobility, such as Ferdinand and Lorenz, reveal her belief that nobles tend to look down on commoners, and she considers Ferdinand the perfect example of a noble who is only kind to her now because she became popular, at least until he changes her mind. She is also quick to call out Sylvain on being a womanizer who seems to actually hate women. Linhardt, on the other hand, repeatedly surprises Dorothea again by being different from most nobles by – for example – shunning the concepts of pride and charm. He believes that Dorothea cares too much about the opinions of others and is shackled by her traumatizing past; though Dorothea does not disagree, she finds herself unable to let go of her insecurities.

Despite her flaws, Dorothea is a likable individual who is very supportive toward her friends and whom many people look up to. Bernadetta openly idolizes Dorothea and thinks they could never be friends, Petra has immense gratitude toward her for being kind, and she is even able to earn Hubert's respect. Even though Felix initially mistreats her and makes negative assumptions about her, he is able to change his mind because he realizes she is not who she seems to be on the surface. Manuela, who is Dorothea's primary idol and inspiration, has a great deal of respect for Dorothea as well, both for her ability to overcome obstacles and for being immensely talented as a songstress.

Supports

Main articles: Dorothea/Supports and Dorothea/Supports (Warriors: Three Hopes)

Endings

Dorothea, Mystical Songstress (single ending)
Dorothea returned to the Mittelfrank Opera as soon as the war was over. Thanks to her talent, the company enjoyed a resurgence in popularity that lasted well beyond the end of her own career. Once she gave up her position as a songstress, she settled down to a private life of peace and quiet. It is said that she was very happily married.

Byleth, Wandering Flame/Ruler of Dawn & Dorothea, Devoted Heart (Silver Snow, Verdant Wind)
After ascending the throne as the first leader of the United Kingdom of Fódlan, Byleth announced <his/her> marriage to Dorothea. The former songstress resolved to stay out of the public eye, keeping to herself and her family, but as Byleth worked tirelessly to restore Fódlan, she did offer advice from time to time. It is said that her experience growing up as a commoner provided a useful perspective. Many years later, her diary was uncovered, revealing the full extent of the happy life the couple shared. The love poems that they wrote to one another were published as a collection.

Byleth, Guardian of Order & Dorothea, Devoted Heart (Azure Moon)
After taking on the role of archbishop of the Church of Seiros, Byleth announced <his/her> marriage to Dorothea. The former songstress resolved to stay out of the public eye, keeping to herself and her family, but as the archbishop worked tirelessly to restore Fódlan and the church, she did privately offer advice from time to time. It is said that her experience growing up as a commoner provided a useful perspective. Many years later, her diary was uncovered, revealing the full extent of the happy life the couple shared. The love poems that they wrote to one another were published as a collection.

Byleth, Wings of the Hegemon & Dorothea, Devoted Heart (Crimson Flower)
Almost immediately after the modest wedding ceremony between Byleth and Dorothea was over, the battle against those who slither in the dark began in earnest. Dorothea chose not to take the field of battle with a weapon but rather to tend the household in her spouse's absence and provide emotional support to <his/her> effort to bring lasting peace to Fódlan. Many years after the war had ended, Dorothea's diary was uncovered, revealing the full extent of the happy life the couple shared. The love poems that they wrote to one another were published as a collection.

Edelgard, Flame Emperor & Dorothea, Mystical Songstress
As Edelgard's reign as the Adrestian emperor began, Enbarr was restored, and with it, a certain opera house. Soon the Mittelfrank Opera Company put together a war drama depicting the journey and sacrifice of the emperor and her companions, and the starring role went to none other than Dorothea. Edelgard initially forbade the company from staging it, but was eventually persuaded by Dorothea's passionate performance to rescind that decree. It is said that the emperor always set aside time to enjoy the opera thereafter.

Hubert, Emperor's Confidant & Dorothea, Mystical Songstress
After the war, the Mittelfrank Opera Company made a resurgence, in no small part thanks to the patronage of Emperor Edelgard's confidant, Hubert. Dorothea made a comeback as a songstress within the troupe, which traveled all over Fódlan, putting a large share of its profits toward relief efforts. The opera company was warmly welcomed by the war-weary people as a source of solace, and became even more famous than before. It was not discovered until many years later that the troupe's tour had been a covert operation, coordinated by Hubert and Dorothea to gather intelligence for the Empire.

Ferdinand, Noblest of Nobles & Dorothea, Devoted Heart (Silver Snow, Azure Moon, Verdant Wind)
After officially becoming the new Duke Aegir, Ferdinand set about reforming his territory. Thanks to the wisdom of his wife, Dorothea, Ferdinand's policies were of massive benefit to the commonfolk and brought about a swift recovery. In recognition of this achievement, he was called upon to help govern to Fódlan at large. Though the work of reforming the entire nation kept him very busy, he always managed to find time for Dorothea. It is said that their children filled their loving household with beautiful music ever after.

Ferdinand, Noblest of Nobles & Dorothea, Devoted Heart (Crimson Flower)
After officially becoming the new Duke Aegir, Ferdinand set about reforming his territory. Thanks to the wisdom of his wife, Dorothea, Ferdinand's policies were of massive benefit to the commonfolk and brought about a swift recovery. In recognition of this achievement, he was called upon by Emperor Edelgard to introduce these reforms to the Empire at large as the new prime minister. Though the work kept him very busy, he always managed to find time for Dorothea. It is said that their children filled their loving household with beautiful music ever after.

Linhardt, Ragamuffin Sage & Dorothea, Devoted Heart
After the war, Linhardt decided to inherit his title. He spent several years studying his territory, learning to manage its affairs, and when he was finally ready to become the new Count Hevring, he announced his marriage to Dorothea. Somehow, despite all this activity, Linhardt actually managed to keep up with his Crest studies. Though his results were dubious at times, his new wife helped him alter them so that they would be of use to people. Their relationship was unlike anything the nobility had ever witnessed. When faced with this accusation, Linhardt and Dorothea could only laugh and note that the past was of no significance to them.

Caspar, Roaming Instigator & Dorothea, Devoted Heart (Silver Snow, Azure Moon, Verdant Wind)
After the war, Caspar set out alone on a journey of self-discovery. He traveled to every corner of Fódlan, and even ventured abroad now and again. Though his antics found him no end of exciting adventures, he was always drawn back to Dorothea, who had returned to the Mittelfrank Opera Company in Enbarr after the war. The two spent more and more time together over the years, and when Dorothea's efforts brought the opera house to the peak of its resurgence, she relinquished her position as songstress and disappeared from the stage. It is rumored that the pair spent the rest of their lives together.

Caspar, Hotheaded General & Dorothea, Devoted Heart (Crimson Flower)
In recognition of his achievements during the war, Caspar was given the title of Minister of Military Affairs in the new Adrestian Empire. Though his command developed a reputation for occasional recklessness, he proved an able leader, guiding his troops to overcome countless obstacles. In his personal life, he began to spend a great deal of time with Dorothea, who had returned to the Mittelfrank Opera Company after the war. When her efforts brought the opera house to the peak of its resurgence, it is said that Dorothea relinquished her position as songstress in order to retire with Caspar. They are rumored to have spent the rest of their lives together.

Dorothea, Devoted Heart & Petra, Queen of Brigid
Petra returned to her homeland of Brigid, and inherited the throne from her grandfather. As ruler, she declared independence from Fódlan, and renegotiated Brigid's diplomatic ties to that nation on more equal terms. At every step along the way, she was accompanied by Dorothea, who had left Fódlan behind to support her. Dorothea used the connections she had made in her time at the opera to her benefit, and even worked reluctantly with the Fódlan nobility for Petra's sake. The people of Brigid were skeptical of her at first, but warmed up to her over time. It is said that she became the person whom Petra loved the most.

Dorothea, Mystical Songstress & Felix, Meandering Sword (Silver Snow, Verdant Wind, Crimson Flower)
Even after the war's end, skirmishes continued to break out across Fódlan. Learning that there were still places where he could fight, Felix abandoned his noble title and chose to make a living with his sword. He traveled the land, and some years later found himself in Enbarr. There he encountered Dorothea, who had just resumed her career as a songstress in the opera. From that time on, no matter how far Felix traveled, he always found himself drawn back to that opera house. It is said that, when Dorothea saw his face in the crowd, she sang only for him.

Dorothea, Devoted Heart & Felix, The Shield's Successor (Azure Moon)
After the war, Felix inherited the title of Duke Fraldarius from his late father, Rodrigue. He married Dorothea, and the two began a happy life together. After they had finished restoring Fraldarius territory, Felix traveled across Fódlan as the king's right hand. Dorothea traveled with him always, and even threw herself into battle alongside him every so often. Tales of their bravery endured for generations, thanks in no small part to the operas that Dorothea wrote and composed herself.

Dorothea, Devoted Heart & Sylvain, Sincerest of Knights
After more than 10 proposals, Dorothea finally relented and agreed to marry Sylvain. Together they inherited Gautier territory. With the support of his wife's counsel, the new Margrave Gautier was able to improve relations with the Sreng people, and thereby convince the local nobles that Relics and Crests were no longer an absolute requirement for survival. Due to their efforts, they went down in history as an extraordinary lord and lady. It is said that what finally convinced Dorothea to marry Sylvain was his promise that they would grow old happily together, and that he was true to his word.

Dorothea, Divine Songstress & Lorenz, Noble of the Red Rose
As the new head of House Gloucester, Lorenz first worked to restore his own territory, and then expanded his vision to include reforms for all Fódlan. At the height of his storied political career, he announced his marriage to Dorothea, who had returned to prominence with the Mittelfrank Opera Company. The elaborate wedding was the most talked-about social event of the season, and the fashions on display from the savvy nobleman and the stylish songstress set the trends with young people across Fódlan for a decade.

Dorothea, Devoted Heart & Hanneman, Father of Crestology
Though Fódlan had changed, Hanneman's goal remained unwavering: to determine the workings of the Crests, and to do away with the inequality caused by them. To that end, his research resulted in magical tools which could be used even without the aid of Crests. This proved to be yet another worthwhile discovery by the Father of Crestology. Hanneman also became a father in more literal sense, by raising many children with his wife, Dorothea. Their marriage was not publicly known, however, as the songstress elected to keep it secret for the sake of both of their careers.

Dorothea, Mystical Songstress & Manuela, Divine Songstress
The Mittelfrank Opera Company was on the brink of collapse until two of its star songstresses, Manuela and Dorothea, returned to the stage and brought the troupe new life and prominence. They toured all around Fódlan, sometimes even visiting troops on the front lines, soothing hearts with their beautiful songs wherever they went, and donating their profits to the relief and rebuilding effort. When the damage from the war had finally healed, the pair once again retreated from the stage, this time retiring to a private life together. It is said that their relationship was full of light and love.

Dorothea, Devoted Heart & Yuri, Underground Lord
A new opera company was born of the postwar rebuilding period. This troupe, headed up by a former songstress, was comprised of hand-picked talent from all walks of life. Though it began humbly, over the years it grew to rival even the Mittelfrank Opera Company in its greatness. The most popular production in its repertoire was a tale of a disillusioned songstress making a comeback with the help of her ambitious lover. Through that story, the names of Yuri and Dorothea live on to this very day.

Quotes

Battle quotes

“	Dorothea: Oh, Ferdie. You opposed Edie for so long... I had real hopes for you, you know? Now you're following her. Is that your duty as a noble? Follow your master when they say to heel? Ferdinand: I will not try to explain my duty or hers. You would not understand. I wish you could. Anyway, no time for idle chitchat!	”	— Dorothea against Ferdinand in Azure Moon/Verdant Wind Chapter 16

“	If it's our destiny to kill each other, then I cannot—will not—respect the goddess. My only request is that if you win, you'll at least have the decency to kill me quickly.	”	— Dorothea, as an enemy fighting Byleth in Azure Moon Chapter 21 and Verdant Wind Chapter 20.

“	Dorothea: Manuela? It's not like you to show up anywhere sober. What's the occasion? Manuela: I thought maybe we could talk. I could help you see the error of your ways. Or we could just try to kill each other over what we believe in. You ready to do this? Dorothea: No... But let's get to it.	”	— Dorothea, fighting Manuela in Azure Moon Chapter 21, Verdant Wind Chapter 20, and The Silver Maiden.

“	Oh, that face brings back some memories. It's a shame we don't have time to catch up.	”	— Dorothea, as an enemy in Azure Moon Chapter 21 and Verdant Wind Chapter 20.

Critical quotes

“	Take me seriously!	”	— Dorothea in Part I

“	I can't go easy on you!	”	— Dorothea in Part I

“	This is going to hurt, okay?	”	— Dorothea in Part I

“	You can't stop me!	”	— Dorothea in Part I

“	One of us has to die.	”	— Dorothea in Part II

“	I'll strike you down!	”	— Dorothea in Part II

“	Time for your last dance!	”	— Dorothea in Part II

“	I'll leave you breathless.	”	— Dorothea in Part II

Defeat quotes

“	Damn it! Not here... I can't quit now.	”	— Dorothea's retreat quote as a playable character in Part I.

“	I'd hoped to relive those glory days...but it wasn't meant to be.	”	— Dorothea's death quote in classic mode as a playable character in Part II.

“	That's it for me. I still have more to do, after all.	”	— Dorothea's retreat quote in casual mode as a playable character in Part II.

“	My, my... The new professor seems very capable.	”	— Dorothea's defeat quote as an enemy in Chapter 1.

“	Edelgard, forgive me... I can't...	”	— Dorothea's death quote as an enemy in Verdant Wind Chapter 20/Azure Moon Chapter 21.

Other quotes

Main articles: Dorothea/Quotes and Dorothea/Quotes (Heroes)

Other appearances

Fire Emblem Cipher

Dorothea is featured on four cards in Fire Emblem Cipher.

Fire Emblem Cipher data for Dorothea
	Attractive Magic User, Dorothea
		"I know my beauty will eventually fade. I very much want to find a good partner here at the academy. Someone who will take care of me for the rest of my life."
		Attack: 50	Support: 20	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 3
		Class: Mage		Tier: Advanced	Class Change Cost: 2
		"You'll be my next partner!": [Activate] [Once per turn] [Send 1 from your hand to the Retreat Area] Reveal the 3 topmost cards of your deck. Choose 1 of those cards and add it to your hand, and send the rest to the Retreat Area. A Gift for the Songstress: [Activate] [Once per turn] [] Until the end of the turn, this unit gains +20 attack.
	Card #B18-014R • Artist: Fumi Hasumi
	Former Songstress of the Opera Company, Dorothea
		"My name is Dorothea. Before I joined the Academy, I was a member of an opera company in the Empire."
		Attack: 30	Support: 20	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Commoner		Tier: Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Sonorous Singing Voice: [Activate] [Once per turn] [] Until the end of the turn, this unit gains +10 attack. Magic Emblem: [Support] Draw 1 card. Choose 1 card in your hand, and send it to the Retreat Area.
	Card #B18-015N, B18-015ST • Artist: Fumi Hasumi
	Mystical Songstress, Dorothea
		"These days, so many old friends seem to be disappearing... It's incredible to see you again after five years!"
		Attack: 30	Support: 10	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 4
		Class: Dancer		Tier: Advanced	Class Change Cost: 3
		Singing Voice of Reunion: [Trigger] [] When you deploy this unit, you may pay the cost and if you do: Choose 1 card with a deployment cost of 4 or lower from your Hand, and deploy it. Special Dance: [Activate] [] [] Choose 1 ally who has attacked in this turn, and untap them.
	Card #B19-015R • Artist: Sakura Miwabe
	Georgeous Magic, Dorothea
		"That's my cue!"
		Attack: 40	Support: 20	Range: 1-2	Deploy Cost: 2
		Class: Monk		Tier: Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Blossom Upon the Battlefield: [Trigger] When you deploy this unit, until the end of the turn, your lord gains +10 attack. Thoron: [Activate] [Once per turn] [Flip 1 bond card face-down] Until the end of the turn, this unit gains +20 attack.
	Card #B19-016N • Artist: Sakura Miwabe
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, see their TCG wiki article on Dorothea .

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Dorothea appears as a Novice support spirit in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate using her art from Fire Emblem: Three Houses. When equipped to any character, Dorothea increases the power of electric attacks.

	#1391 Fire Emblem Series Dorothea
	Rank: ★
	Cost: ⬣
	Trait: Electric Attack ↑ Slightly increases the power of electricity attacks.

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Game	Text (English)	Text (Japanese)
Three Houses (Part I)	Former singer at the Mittelfrank Opera Company	ミッテルフランク歌劇団の元歌姫
Three Houses (Part II)	Former singer of the Mittelfrank Opera Company	ミッテルフランク歌劇団の元歌姫
Heroes (Dorothea: Solar Songstress)	The only member of common birth in the entire Black Eagle House. Her beautiful voice, honed over years, can harmonize with even crashing waves. Appears in Fire Emblem: Three Houses.	黒鷲の学級唯一の平民出身。 歌劇団で磨いた美声と舞踊を夏の海で披露する。 （登場：『ファイアーエムブレム 風花雪月』）
Heroes (Dorothea: Twilit Harmony)	Women of beauty worthy of the pride of their respective worlds, winning the hearts and minds of all they meet. Appear in Fire Emblem: Three Houses / Genealogy of the Holy War.	元の世界でも我こそはと胸を張る美しき二人。 出会えばたちどころに心をつかみ、衆目を集めたという。 （『ファイアーエムブレム 風花雪月・聖戦の系譜』）
Heroes (Dorothea: Yuletide Dancer)	This charmer has done everything from trodding the boards to studying with the Black Eagles. Here, she will liven up the festival. Appears in Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes.	歌劇団から黒鷲の学級入りした異色の経歴の持ち主。 アスク王国の冬祭りを華やかに彩る。 （登場：『ファイアーエムブレム無双　風花雪月』）
Warriors: Three Hopes (Prologue)	Former singer at the Mittelfrank Opera Company	??
Warriors: Three Hopes (Part I and Part II)	Former singer of the Mittelfrank Opera Company	??

Trivia

• As an enemy, Dorothea has access to the spell Excalibur, which she cannot learn as a playable unit.
• In Warriors: Three Hopes, Dorothea is the only recruitable character on the Golden Wildfire route to defect from an allied faction instead of an enemy one.

Etymology and other languages

Names, etymology and in other regions
Language	Name	Definition, etymology, and notes
English	Dorothea Arnault	Full name, known by just Dorothea in most menus. Dorothea is a Greek name meaning "God's gift". Arnault is a French form of Arnold, a Germanic name meaning "eagle power".
Japanese	ドロテア＝アールノルト	Dorothea Arnold
Spanish	Dorothea Arnault	--
French	Dorothea Arnault	--
German	Dorothea Arnault	--
Italian	Dorothea Arnault	--
Dutch	Dorothea	Used in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Portuguese	Dorothea Arnault	--
Russian	Доротея	Dorothea; used in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Korean	도로테아 아르놀트	Dorothea Arnold
Simplified Chinese	多洛缇雅·雅尔诺尔德	Dorothea Arnold
Traditional Chinese	多洛緹雅‧雅貝諾貝德	Dorothea Arnold

Gallery

Official artwork

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  Artwork of Dorothea in Part I, from Three Houses.

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  High quality portrait artwork of Dorothea from Three Houses.

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  Portrait of Dorothea from Three Houses.

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  Dorothea's S-support illustration from Three Houses.

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  Concept artwork of Dorothea from Three Houses.

Heroes artwork

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Solar Songstress.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Solar Songstress.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Solar Songstress.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Solar Songstress.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Twilit Harmony.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Twilit Harmony.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Twilit Harmony.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Twilit Harmony.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Yuletide Dancer.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Yuletide Dancer.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Yuletide Dancer.

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  Artwork of Dorothea: Yuletide Dancer.

Other appearances

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  Portrait of Dorothea from Warriors: Three Hopes.

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  Concept artwork of Dorothea from Warriors: Three Hopes.

External links

• Dorothea's page on the Japanese official website

References

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