Poll Results - Favorite Dark Mage/Shaman

A few weeks ago, the Fire Emblem page featured a question asking the fans who their favorite dark mage/shaman in the series is. With almost 200 responses, which mages of the dark arts are loved the most by our Fire Emblem fans? Here are the top five results!

5. Lyon

"If that works, there’s no telling how many other people I can help as well."

—Lyon in a flashback in The Sacred Stones

Fifth on the list is Lyon (Fire Emblem Sacred Stones), receiving 14 votes!

While an antagonist in the game, many of the fans have found Lyon's story more captivating and one of the most tragic. This is why he makes it to the list!

4. Knoll

“In this darkness, I will find peace.”
— Knoll's death quote

Fourth on the list is Knoll (Fire Emblem Sacred Stones), with 18 votes!

Who wouldn't love him? He's loyal, emo, kindhearted and caring. He was among those who foresaw the tragedy that will unfold in the future of Grado and longs to help just as Lyon would.

3. Tharja

And I have a bit of a rebellious streak, I'm afraid. A...dark side.”
—Tharja's recruitment quote with Chrom in Chapter 9

Third on the list is Tharja (Fire Emblem Awakening), with 30 votes!

A creepy goth girl, but has a personality and appeal you would either love or hate, but other than that, also very amazing stats. And the fanservice!

2. Canas

“Teaching illuminates the minds of both master and student... I will teach you everything I can!”
—Canas talking to Nino in their supports

Second on the list is Canas (Fire Emblem 7), with 34 votes!

Canas was such a boss, that monocle and all. He's also a genuinely nice guy loved by many of the fans, and also one of the most powerful, in my opinion.

And finally, the fan favorite dark mage of all is...

1. Henry

Oh, don't let all the joking around fool ya— I've got kind of a thing for killing.”
—Henry introducing himself to Chrom.

Henry (Fire Emblem Awakening) wins as the fan-favorite shaman, with 38 votes. He's adorable.

Other dark mages/shamans that didn't make it to the list but had a decent amount votes are:

Ray (FE6) with 10 votes, Pelleas (FE10) also with 10 votes, and Sophia (Fire Emblem 6) with 7 votes.

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