This was my first entry back into Fire Emblem after almost a decade of dropping the series. And it was so, so worth it. Just about every unit is lovable in their own unique (and usually simple) way. Building my team around my favorite characters and their supports was so satisfying.

I really can't help but emphasize my love for the characters in this game because, for the entry being as straightforwardly Fire Emblem as it is, little bits of flavor like personality, gameplay feel, and relationships are required to make an entry like this stand out. It succeeds at this wonderfully.

PS: Canas and Nino is my favorite support in the entire game and I love their silly little found family/tutor & pupil dynamic sm. I'd replay solely just to see them again. It's a requirement I use them for every playthrough here on out.