Mozu

Mozu Artwork of Mozu from Fire Emblem Fates 4koma Comic & Character Guide Book. A nervous Hoshidan villager who always tries her very best.

Gender Female Race Human Birthday October 6th Family Unnamed mother (deceased) Nationality Hoshidan Starting class Villager Voiced by Karen Strassman (English, Fates) Juri Kimura (Japanese, Fates) Appearance(s) Fire Emblem Fates

“	No! I have to fight. For Mother! For all my friends! For everything those monsters took from me!	”	— Mozu, to Corrin.

Mozu (Japanese: モズメ Mozume) is a character in Fire Emblem Fates. She is a farmer's daughter from Hoshido.

Fire Emblem Fates

Role

Mozu first appears in Paralogue 1, where she and her mother attempt to flee from the Faceless that attacked their village. Mozu's mother is ambushed by a Faceless and killed, leaving Mozu all alone. Corrin and his party, who were looking for survivors at the time, are able to find Mozu, who expresses her desire to fight back against the Faceless. Having nowhere to go after her village has been destroyed, she accepts Corrin's offer to stay with them and help their cause.

Starting stats and growth rates

Villager Level 1 Movement 5

Recruitment: Paralogue 1, talk to with Corrin Stats Growths Mods Pair Up Max HP 16 Speed 7 Strength 6 Luck 3 Magic 0 Defense 4+1 Skill 5 Resistance 1+1 Max HP 40% Speed 65% Strength 50% Luck 65% Magic 5% Defense 45% Skill 60% Resistance 30% Speed +1 Strength 0 Luck +1 Magic 0 Defense 0 Skill +1 Resistance -2 C Support Skill +1 B Support Luck +1 A Support Spd +1 S Support Skill +1, Luck +1 {{{content5}}} {{{content6}}} {{{content7}}} {{{content8}}} {{{content9}}} {{{content10}}} {{{content11}}} {{{content12}}} {{{content13}}} {{{content14}}} {{{content15}}} Inventory Skills Brass Naginata Vulnerary Forager Aptitude Weapon Levels -- E -- -- -- -- -- --

For the Aptitude skill, add +10% to all growth rates.

Reclassing options

Mozu Base classes:* Villager Master of Arms Merchant Reclass options: Archer Kinshi Knight Sniper This unit can also reclass to the base classes of a unit with whom they have an S or A+ support.

See reclass for more details on the reclassing system.

Growth rates when reclassed

Master of Arms Merchant Archer Kinshi Knight Sniper

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Master of Arms	50%	55%	5%	60%	65%	55%	45%	30%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Merchant	50%	60%	5%	60%	60%	60%	45%	35%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Archer	40%	55%	5%	65%	70%	50%	45%	30%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Kinshi Knight	30%	45%	5%	65%	70%	60%	35%	45%	{{{cha}}}

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Cha
Sniper	40%	55%	5%	70%	70%	50%	45%	30%	{{{cha}}}

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Promotion stat gains

Villager Archer

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Master of Arms	+3	+3	+0	+2	+4	+0	+3	+3	+1	E E
Merchant	+3	+3	+0	+2	+0	+1	+4	+5	+1	E

Class	HP	Str	Mag	Skill	Spd	Lck	Def	Res	Mov	Weapon level
Sniper	+2	+2	+0	+3	+4	+1	+2	+1	+1	E
Kinshi Knight	+2	-1	+1	+2	+3	+3	+0	+6	+3	E

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Skill set

Skill set
Skill		Learned at
	Forager	Personal skill, innate and unremovable
	Aptitude	Innate
	Underdog	Villager, starting from level 10
	Seal Strength	Master of Arms, starting from level 5
	Life and Death	Master of Arms, starting from level 15
	Profiteer	Merchant, starting from level 5
	Spendthrift	Merchant, starting from level 15
	Skill +2	Archer, starting from level 2
	Quick Draw	Archer, starting from level 10
	Air Superiority	Kinshi Knight, starting from level 5
	Amaterasu	Kinshi Knight, starting from level 15
	Certain Blow	Sniper, starting from level 5
	Bowfaire	Sniper, starting from level 15
The above skill list does not include skills obtained via Supports nor DLC.

Personality and character

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Supports

Main article: Mozu/Supports

Endings

Mozu, Rural Power (single ending)
Mozu returned to her village and began rebuilding all by herself. Inspired by her efforts, nearby villages began their own rebuilding efforts. Mozu was eventually hailed as a local hero and humanitarian.

Corrin, Crux of Fate & Mozu, Rural Power (Birthright and Conquest)
Corrin was hailed as a hero, working alongside his spouse to spread peace worldwide. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Corrin, King of Valla & Mozu, Rural Power (Revelation)
The two spent the rest of their lives together, Corrin ruling as the wise King of Valla. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Jakob, Devoted Servant & Mozu, Rural Power
Jakob served as a butler for the rest of his life, but his true love was reserved for his wife alone. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Kaze, Easygoing Ninja & Mozu, Rural Power
While no official records of Kaze survive, he appears in many rumors and tales of heroic exploits. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Subaki, Mr. Perfect & Mozu, Rural Power
Subaki was appointed chief of the pegasus knights and served with a perfect record. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Silas, Loyal Knight & Mozu, Rural Power
Silas served loyally as a knight of Nohr. He was beloved by trainee knights for his great patience. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Saizo, Angry Ninja & Mozu, Rural Power
Saizo disappeared from official records after the war, but no doubt he served the royal family forever. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Azama, Calm Philosopher & Mozu, Rural Power
Azama decided to use his talents to inspire and heal the people of Hoshido—rather than taunt them. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Hayato, The Kid & Mozu, Rural Power
After the war, Hayato traveled the world before replacing Fuga as chief of the Wind Tribe. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Hinata, Wild Samurai & Mozu, Rural Power
Hinata's passion for the blade did not end with the war. He practiced morning, noon, and night. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Takumi, Wild Card & Mozu, Rural Power
Takumi grew into his position as a leader and prince. He was a crucial part of Hoshido's recovery. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Kaden, Kitsune Braggart & Mozu, Rural Power
Despite marriage, Kaden continued to travel, returning favors. Later he served as chief of his village. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Ryoma, Peerless Samurai & Mozu, Rural Power
Ryoma was crowned King of Hoshido, and his rule led to an era of unprecedented prosperity. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Arthur, Hapless Hero & Mozu, Rural Power
Arthur returned to his true calling, justice. Scholars believe his luck improved slightly after the war. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Odin, Aching Blood & Mozu, Rural Power
There are no official records of Odin from after the war, but much was written about (and by) him. Mozu also disappeared from sight. According to folktales, she lived happily ever after in a new world.

Niles, Cruel to be Kind & Mozu, Rural Power
Niles continued to take care of Lord Leo's dirty work while helping reform Nohr's criminal population. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Laslow, Dancing Duelist & Mozu, Rural Power
Laslow vanished after the war, but he inspired generations of dancers and rallied the spirits of many. Mozu also disappeared from sight. According to folktales, she lived happily ever after in a new world.

Benny, Gentle Giant & Mozu, Rural Power
Benny was assigned to train new soldiers but soon retired to live in the forest with his animal friends. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Leo, Sorcerous Prince & Mozu, Rural Power
Leo sacrificed much for Nohr, leading the effort to spread King Xander's radical new policies. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Keaton, Lupine Collector & Mozu, Rural Power
Keaton returned to his homeland. He frequently visited old friends and got lost on the way home. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Xander, Paragon Knight & Mozu, Rural Power
As King of Nohr, Xander laid the foundation for a new era of peace and prosperity for the kingdom. His wife, Mozu, meanwhile, was a constant source of support and a humanitarian in her own right.

Quotes

My Castle quotes

“	I just don't want to get in anyone's way out there...	”	— Mozu, when spoken to at My Castle.

“	Whoa, look at this! Looks like it's still in good condition, too.	”	— Mozu, when finding an item at My Castle.

“	It's scary holding on to something so precious. Here, why don't you take it?	”	— Mozu, when mining for ore at a mine.

Shop quotes

“	Come inside! We've got all kinds of handy gear in stock!	”	— Mozu, when working at the staff/rod shop.

“	Most of the stuff in here is just too fancy for me.	”	— Mozu, when working at the accessory shop.

“	Did you need anything else, friend?	”	— Mozu, when the player has backed out of her services at a shop.

“	Just don't get me in trouble, OK?	”	— Mozu, when buying items at a shop she runs.

“	Since it's my stuff, can I price it higher?	”	— Mozu, when selling items at a shop she runs.

“	Wow, there's a lot of nice stuff in here...	”	— Mozu, when buying items at a shop.

“	You're gonna sell my stuff? Aw...	”	— Mozu, when selling items at a shop.

Mess hall quotes

“	Are you ready for Mozu's home cooking? Best meal you'll ever taste!	”	— Mozu, when on chef duty at the mess hall.

“	All right. You wait right here! This is gonna be good!	”	— Mozu, when given ingredients to make a meal at the mess hall.

“	Back home, they always asked me to cook. I guess I'm pretty decent at it.	”	— Mozu, after cooking a meal at the mess hall.

“	I've never had anything like that back home. I've been missing out!	”	— Mozu, after eating a delicious meal.

“	This tastes great, but I can't place which spices the cook used. How strange...	”	— Mozu, after eating an okay meal.

“	I'm not going to eat this. I'm going to take it out back and give it a proper burial.	”	— Mozu, after eating a terrible meal.

Hot Spring quotes

“	Ack! D-don't look, Lord Corrin! Just back away now!	”	— Mozu, when a male Corrin enters the Hot Spring unmarried.

“	Corrin? I guess you can come in... Seeing as we're married and all.	”	— Mozu, when a male Corrin enters the Hot Spring married.

“	We didn't have anything like this back home! I'm in seventh heaven...	”	— Mozu, when a female Corrin enters the Hot Spring.

“	OK if I join you? I don't know the rules for these fancy baths...	”	— Mozu, entering the hot spring after the female Corrin.

Class change quote

“	I could get used to this!	”	— Mozu, when changing class.

Battle quotes

Victory quotes

“	What do you know?	”	— Mozu, when defeating an enemy

“	Did I grow stronger?	”	— Mozu, when defeating an enemy

Level up quotes

“	I feel like I'm ready for anything!	”	— Mozu, when six or more stats grow in a Level Up.

“	I'm growing like a weed!	”	— Mozu, when four or five stats grow in a Level Up.

“	That's a little better!	”	— Mozu, when two or three stats grow in a Level Up.

“	Gosh, that's too bad!	”	— Mozu, when one stats grow in a Level Up.

“	I'm too big for my britches.	”	— Mozu, when all states are capped in a Level Up.

Critical quotes

“	I can do this!	”	— Mozu

“	You reap what you sow!	”	— Mozu

“	You smell like a goat!	”	— Mozu

“	You're a bad apple!	”	— Mozu

Defeat quotes

“	Not...strong enough...	”	— Mozu's defeat voice clip

“	Well, this wasn't a fair fight at all! So I'm not gonna fight you anymore.	”	— Mozu's retreat quote in Casual Mode.

“	I did my best...but it wasn't good enough. Maybe the next life will be better than this one..	”	— Mozu's death quote in Classic Mode.

“	I couldn't fight 'em off. Or maybe... I didn't want to. I'm coming. Mother...	”	— Mozu's death quote in Paralogue 1.

Endgame quotes

“	You're just playing dead, right? It's the oldest trick in the book.	”	— Mozu in Endgame: Dawn Breaks.

“	You’re just pretending to be dead, right? It’s not funny, so stop it already!	”	— Mozu in Endgame: Night Breaks Through.

DLC battle quotes

“	This is fine! I was never one to believe in spooks or boogeymen. You're right there, plain as the nose on my face. Just a regular old beastie. Unless I somehow started to see spirits without realizing it. Oh gosh...!	”	— Mozu, in Boo Camp

“	The best recipe for a good night's sleep is an honest day's work. Greedy little ghosts! No wonder they can't find any rest!	”	— Mozu, in Ghostly Gold

“	Wow! A flying boat! I ain't never seen nothing like this before. Wait─bad Mozu! I gotta focus. Hey, you! Fork over your stuff!	”	— Mozu, in Museum Melee

“	I need to hurry and save that girl! I know too well how tough it is to be alone and surrounded by enemies. She seems like she's been giving them the slip so far, but... That doesn't mean I don't gotta put my back into helping her out!	”	— Mozu, in Anna on the Run

Other appearances

Fire Emblem Cipher

Mozu is featured on three cards in Fire Emblem Cipher.

Fire Emblem Cipher data for Mozu
	Girl Who Gives Her All, Mozu
		"昔から、畑仕事と狩猟だけは得意なんよ。"
		Attack: 60	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 3
		Class: Merchant		Tier: Advanced	Class Change Cost: 2
		Underdog: [Trigger] When this unit attacks a unit with 80 or more attack, until the end of this turn, this unit gains 30 attack.
	Card #B03-060HN • Artist: Shigetaka Kimura
	Hayseed Blossom, Mozu
		"あたいは…どうしたらええんやろ…"
		Attack: 30	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 1
		Class: Villager		Tier: Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Aptitude: [Trigger] [] When this unit defeats an enemy unit in battle, you may pay the cost, select one “Mozu” from your Retreat Area, and place it on top of this unit as a Level Up. Resistance Emblem: [Support] If the defending unit is defeated, at the end of the battle, deploy this unit instead of sending it to your Retreat Area.
	Card #B03-061N • Artist: Shigetaka Kimura
	Talented Cook, Mozu
		"身体のあったまる汁物を作っとるんよ。あたいはこんくらいしか役に立たへんから…"
		Attack: 40	Support: 20	Range: 1	Deploy Cost: 2
		Class: Villager		Tier: Base	Class Change Cost: --
		Devoted Hunting: [Activate] [ and Destroy this unit] Choose an enemy non-Main Character unit with 80 or more attack and destroy it.
	Card #B06-081HN • Artist: Marue
Some card information translation provided by Serenes Forest. For more detailed strategic information on these cards, see their TCG wiki article on Mozu .

Flavor text

Game	Text (English)	Text (Japanese)
Fates	A nervous Hoshidan villager who always tries her very best.	白夜王国の村人。 おどおどしているが、いつも一生懸命。

Trivia

• When a unit "A+" or "S" supports Mozu, they will be granted access to the Archer class line, her secondary class line, by use of a Friendship Seal or a Partner Seal instead of the Villager class line, her primary class line. Mozu is one of the eight characters in Fire Emblem Fates with this property, the others being Azura, Keaton, Kaden, Corrin, Velouria, Selkie, and Kana.
• Mozu's flower band is available as an accessory in My Castle.
• "Mozu" is Omozu's Japanese name.
• Mozu is the only character in Fates recruitable from a paralogue that is not a child character.
• Mozu, Felicia, Nyx and Izana are the only characters who cannot be fought in any route or DLC map in Fates.

Etymology and other languages

Names, etymology and in other regions
Language	Name	Definition, etymology, and notes
English	Mozu	A variation of her Japanese name. Mozu 百舌 is Japanese word for "shrike", a passerine bird of the Laniidae species.
Japanese	モズメ	Romanized in the internal game files as Mozume.
Spanish	Mozu	As above
French	Mozu	As above
German	Mozu	As above
Italian	Mozu	As above

Gallery

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  Artwork of Mozu from the Fire Emblem Fates 4koma Comic & Character Guide Book.

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  High quality portrait of Mozu from Fates.

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  Mozu's Live 2D model from Fates.

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  Concept artwork of Mozu from Fates.

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  Concept artwork of Mozu from Fates.

References

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