Xander

Xander (マークス, Marks) is a playable character in Fire Emblem Warriors. He first appeared in Fire Emblem Fates.

Personality
The oldest of the Nohrian royal siblings and a stern and intimidating figure at first glance, the meticulous Xander harbors a doting side for his family which is only matched by his duty to the Kingdom of Nohr. He is the bearer of the purple Gleamstone.

Gameplay
Xander is the only mounted sword wielder in the initial roster. As a Paladin, he is very resilient against damage, especially against physical damage.

His sword Siegfried is named after the hero of the Niebelungenlied, the Germanic epic poem. A Valkyrie who is the Queen of Iceland in the same poem, Brynhildr, is the namesake of Leo's legendary tome.

Xander's special Crest is Aegis, which is a classic Fire Emblem Paladin skill. As in Fire Emblem, it has a Luck-based chance of reducing the damage taken from bows, tomes and dragonstones.

Quotes

 * "Did you really think you'd beat me?"
 * "You can try again, but it's a lost cause."
 * "I've exceeded even my own expectations."
 * "You regret taking me on now, don't you?"
 * "Bow before me! This is the power of the Nohrian kingdom!"
 * "I'm satisfied with these results."
 * "Corrin! Why couldn't I protect you?"
 * "I'm sorry, Camilla. I put you in danger!"
 * "Leo! You've been defeated? I should've been there!"
 * "Elise... You deserved better from me!"
 * "Well done! And now you don't have to see me mad."
 * "Prince Ryoma, you do Hoshido proud. I'm honored to fight beside you!"
 * "You're a wonder, Little Sister. Watching you fight is pure entertainment!"
 * "Well done, Leo! Even I'd hate to go up against you."
 * "That was wonderful, Elise! When did you get so strong?"
 * "Miraculous, Corrin! Your mastery of the sword will be remembered for ages."
 * "Look at that! I'm amazed at how far you've come."
 * "Excellent! You always exceed my expectations."
 * "I cannot bring shame upon my kingdom!"
 * "Thank you, Prince Ryoma. Though I know you secretly wish to best me!"
 * "Why, thank you, Camilla. I hold your praise in high regard."
 * "Have patience, Leo. One day you'll be even more powerful than me."
 * "Stop it, Elise. You know how flattery embarrasses me."
 * "I have no doubt that you're right, Corrin!"
 * "In a few years people will be saying the same things to you."
 * "We could only achieve this with you by our side."
 * "With you here, there's no fight we can't win."
 * "Forget our grudges. We must unite!"
 * "Good. You're safe!"
 * "Fighting alongside Hoshidans isn't so terrible..."
 * "You've given me a surge of energy!"
 * "I'm here to protect you!"
 * "With you at my side, winning is a forgone conclusion."
 * "On my way! I won't let you go down!"
 * "Help always comes from the most unlikely allies. Thank you!"
 * "Prince Ryoma? I didn't expect you to come!"
 * "I'm sorry, Camilla. I wish I didn't have to rely on you so often."
 * "Thank you, Leo. I was lucky you showed up when you did."
 * "How could I have been so foolish? I'm lucky you were there, Elise."
 * "Thank you, Corrin. If you ever need help, you know I'll come running."
 * "Things got precarious back there, Anna. I'm grateful you came!"
 * "Your help was irreplaceable. Is there nothing you cannot do?"
 * "Please. Now is the time for us to fight together."
 * "Even I'm not so unfeeling as to abandon a friend like you."
 * "Don't apologize, Camilla. Worrying about you is my duty as an older brother."
 * "Indeed. But think of how much stronger we are together!"
 * "I'm just happy I made it in time. Promise me you'll be careful from now on..."
 * "Of course! Though I'm sure you would've done fine without me."
 * "And I feel lucky that I arrived in time!"
 * "Of course. If we're together, we can overcome any danger."
 * "Together we can overpower the enemy!"
 * "Good, but I know I can be stronger."
 * "Good! I've managed to meet my potential."
 * "I can promise you this won't be easy!"
 * "Show me what Nohr's greatest enemy is capable of!"
 * "I've been looking forward to this day, Prince Ryoma."
 * "All right, Camilla. Show me what the Crown Princess of Nohr has to offer!"
 * "Are you ready, Leo? Show your brother what you're like at full strength."
 * "Don't hold back now, Elise! Besting me will prove a challenge."
 * "Come at me, Corrin! Let's see how much you've improved."
 * "I wouldn't go easy on me if I were you... At least if you want to win!"
 * "Are you challenging me? Because I must warn you...I will win."
 * "I'll shred you to pieces. I have the power of Nohr behind me!"
 * "We shall, prince of Hoshido. Let's see who's better with a sword!"
 * "I could ask the same of you, Camilla! Let's get to it."
 * "Try if you must, Leo. But I won't go down that easily!"
 * "I hate to be meeting like this...but I have no plans to surrender."
 * "Attack me as you would your greatest enemy, or you're sure to lose."
 * "I appreciate your confidence, but you won't overcome me!"
 * "Is that all I can expect from the might of the Hoshidans?"
 * "I'm sorry for your loss, Prince Ryoma. Until next time!"
 * "That can't be all you've got, Camilla!"
 * "Today I won...but you get stronger every day, Leo."
 * "You did well, Elise! Until the end, that is."
 * "Nice swordwork, Corrin. We should start up our training again!"
 * "I may have won, but...Tiki, your appearance belies your power."
 * "What's my next move?"

Gameplay

 * A:Xander cuts forward sending four waves of energy, then finishes by spinning and sending two dark energy waves forward.