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Break Mechanic Explained

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Fire Emblem Engage Break

The Break mechanic prevents counterattacks from your opponents in Fire Emblem Engage. Learn about the Break status effect and how to use the Break mechanic effectively.

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What is Break?

Status Effect That Prevents Counterattack

Fire Emblem Engage Break Status

A unit inflicted with the Break status is unable to counterattack until after their next attack turn. You have a chance to inflict the Break status upon enemy units by landing an attack with a weapon that has an advantage over the enemy unit's weapon.

▶︎ New Features and Mechanics

How to Use Break Effectively

Use Weapon With Advantage Over Opponent

Fire Emblem Engage Break Mechanic

In order to maximize your chances of breaking enemy units, it's best to select a unit that has a weapon advantage over the enemy unit. On the battlefield, the enemy unit's weapon is indicated in an icon above their character prior to battle, so strategically choose your unit based off that.

Know the Weapon Triangle

Fire Emblem Engage Weapon Triangle
・Swords > Axes
・Axes > Lances
・Lances > Swords

In Fire Emblem Engage, the weapon advantage triangle works as detailed above. Additionally, Combat Arts has an advantage over Bows, Tomes, and Knives.

▶︎ Weapon Triangle Explained

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