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Fernand Builds and Best IVs
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This is a ranking page for the hero Fernand - Traitorous Knight from the game Fire Emblem Heroes (FEH). Read on to learn the best IVs (Individual Values), best builds (Inherit Skill), weapon refinement, stats at Lv 40, and more for Fernand.
List of Contents
Fernand Rating and Basic Information
| Overall Rating | 8.0/10 |
|---|---|
| Reroll Ranking (excluding Inherit Skill) |
- (▶Reroll Ranking) |
| Ranking (including Inherit Skill) |
C (▶FEH Tier List) |
Fernand - Traitorous Knight: Basic Information
| Color / Weapon Type / Move Type | |
|---|---|
| Rarity | |
| What Kind of Character Are They? | ・Refined Proud Spear grants Canto, bonus stats, bonue true damage, a Guard effect, and a guaranteed follow-up attack during combat, 7 HP post-combat healing, and inflicts Atk/Def penalties, Discord, and Stall on foes. |
Fernand Skills at 5★
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Might: 14 Range: 1 If unit initiates combat, grants Atk/Def+4 during combat and foe cannot make a follow-up attack. |
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Cooldown Count = 4 Before combat this unit initiates, foes in an area near target take damage equal to 1. 5x (unit’s Atk minus foe’s Def or Res). |
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If unit’s HP ≥ 50% in combat against a sword user, unit makes a follow-up attack and the foe cannot. |
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At start of turn, inflicts Atk/Def-4 on foes within 2 spaces through their next actions. |
Fernand Best IVs
Recommended IVs
| Stat | Superboon/Superbane | IV Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| HP (18) |
|
★★★☆☆ |
| Atk (11) |
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★★★★☆ |
| Spd (6) |
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★★☆☆☆ |
| Def (8) |
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★★★☆☆ |
| Res (3) |
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★★☆☆☆ |
◯ = Stat gains +4 with a superboon, ✕= Stat goes down by -4 with a superbane, - = No assets or flaws
| See the IV Checker for All Units | Trait Fruits—How to Change IVs |
When using an Ascendant Floret, we recommend getting the next superboon if it fits the hero. If not, consider what stat your hero needs most.
Neutral IVs by default!
As a hero obtainable only through Grand Hero Battle, Fernand will always have neutral IVs by default. The only way to access IVs for this unit is through using Trait Fruits.
+Atk/-Res
The best IVs for Fernand are +Atk and -Res. Fernand's Atk is his best stat and should be boosted as much as possible, especially with his lackluster Spd hindering him against fast foes.
His Res is a clear dump stat and should be taken as a bane.
+Atk for a +10 Merge
We recommend a +Atk IV when merging Fernand to 10. This is for the same reasons as above. He badly needs the Atk boost to keep up with modern units.
Fernand Best Builds
Refined Fernand
| HOT | |
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| Updated on 04/05/2025 | |
How to Use, Explanation
This build turns Fernand into a bruiser unit that can provide support from a distance.
Budget Fernand
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Ignis
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How to Use, Explanation
This budget build uses skills from Divine Codes to make Fernand a functionable bruiser unit.
Fernand Best Weapon Refine
Effect of Fernand's Refined Weapon
| Exclusive Weapon Effect from Refining (Special Effect Type) | |
|---|---|
| SP: 400 | |
| Might: 16 Range: 1 HP: 3 Enables 【Canto (2)】. If unit initiates combat or if foe's HP ≥ 75% at start of combat, grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 to unit, deals damage = 20% of unit's Def (excluding area-of-effect Specials), and unit makes a guaranteed follow-up attack during combat. At start of turn, if unit's HP ≥ 25%, inflicts Atk/Def-7, 【Discord】, and 【Stall】 on closest foes and any foe within 2 spaces of those foes through their next actions. At start of combat, if unit's HP ≥ 25%, grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 to unit and inflicts Special cooldown charge -1 on foe per attack during combat (only highest value applied; does not stack), and restores 7 HP to unit after combat.  ：500  ：200 |
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We recommend the Special Effect Refine for Proud Spear
Refined Proud Spear has built-in 【Canto (2)】and inflicts Atk/Def-7, 【Discord】, and 【Stall】 on closest foes and any foe within 2 spaces of those foes at the start of each turn.
In combat, refined Proud Spear grants Fernand Atk/Spd/Def/Res+10, bonus true damage equal to 20% of his Def, a guaranteed follow-up attack, a Guard effect, and 7 HP post-combat healing.
While these effects are all useful, refined Proud Spear lacks a key component that most modern units have and that is true damage reduction. Without this effect, and with Fernand's stats, he isn't as capable as modern units with exclusive skills and will be outclassed easily.
Fernand Stats
Stat Rankings
| Neutral Stats at Lv. 40 (5★) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 167 | ||
| HP | 
45 |
Rank: 107/1317 |
| Atk | 
41 |
Rank: 343/1317 |
| Spd | 
26 |
Rank: 910/1317 |
| Def | 
32 |
Rank: 383/1317 |
| Res | 
23 |
Rank: 836/1317 |
Stat Values
Lv 40+10 Stats (5★)
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +10 Merges W/ Skill Bonuses | 50 | 60 | 30 | 37 | 27 | 204 | Lv.40 +10 | 50 | 46 | 30 | 37 | 27 | 190 |
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +HP Lv.40 +10 | 52 | 45 | 30 | 36 | 27 | 190 |
| +Atk Lv.40 +10 | 49 | 49 | 30 | 36 | 27 | 191 |
| +Spd Lv.40 +10 | 49 | 45 | 34 | 36 | 27 | 191 |
| +Def Lv.40 +10 | 49 | 45 | 30 | 39 | 27 | 190 |
| +Res Lv.40 +10 | 49 | 45 | 30 | 36 | 31 | 191 |
Stats at Lv 40
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5★- Adjusted for Skills | 45 | 55 | 26 | 32 | 23 | 181 |
| 5★ Lv.40 | 45 | 41 | 26 | 32 | 23 | 167 |
| 4★ Lv.40 | 42 | 39 | 24 | 30 | 21 | 156 |
| 3★ Lv.40 | 41 | 37 | 23 | 28 | 20 | 149 |
Initial Stats (with Skills)
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5★ Lv.1 | 19 | 25 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 63 |
| 4★ Lv.1 | 18 | 21 | 6 | 8 | 3 | 56 |
| 3★ Lv.1 | 18 | 18 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 52 |
Stat Comparison of Similar Heroes
| Hero |
HP |
Atk |
Spd |
Def |
Res |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | 48 | 37 | 47 | 17 | 190 | |
| 40 | 47 | 27 | 47 | 24 | 185 | |
| 40 | 46 | 16 | 45 | 37 | 184 | |
| 40 | 45 | 25 | 43 | 27 | 180 | |
| 40 | 46 | 40 | 29 | 25 | 180 | |
| 41 | 43 | 26 | 39 | 30 | 179 | |
| 41 | 39 | 18 | 39 | 31 | 168 | |
| 40 | 40 | 15 | 38 | 35 | 168 | |
 Fernand
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45 | 41 | 26 | 32 | 23 | 167 |
| 40 | 31 | 22 | 34 | 35 | 162 | |
| 40 | 35 | 17 | 35 | 30 | 157 | |
| 40 | 36 | 29 | 34 | 18 | 157 | |
| 40 | 35 | 25 | 30 | 27 | 157 |
Note: Stats bonuses from skills are not taken into account.
Fernand Roles, Strengths, and Weaknesses
Fernand Roles
Fernand is a close physical attacker (range = 1). Therefore, when not accounting for the Weapon Triangle, the amount of damage he deals will be equivalent to his Atk minus the foe's Def stat.
Fernand Strengths
Refined Proud Spear inflicts Discord and Stall onto multiple foes
Refined Proud Spear has built-in 【Canto (2)】and inflicts Atk/Def-7, 【Discord】, and 【Stall】 on closest foes and any foe within 2 spaces of those foes at the start of each turn.
In combat, refined Proud Spear grants Fernand Atk/Spd/Def/Res+10, bonus true damage equal to 20% of his Def, a guaranteed follow-up attack, a Guard effect, and 7 HP post-combat healing.
While these effects are all useful, refined Proud Spear lacks a key component that most modern units have and that is true damage reduction. Without this effect, and with Fernand's stats, he isn't as capable as modern units with exclusive skills and will be outclassed easily.
Fernand Weaknesses
Outclassed by newer units
Even with refined Proud Spear breathing life into Fernand, he still remains outclassed by modern metagame units, especially with his weapon/movement archetype being heavily saturated in the hero pool.
He is a bulky unit, but refined Proud Spear does not come with true damage reduction, which immediately hinders him in today's metagame where true damage runs rampant.
Weak to Cavalry Effective Weapons
Fernand takes 1.5x damage from cavalry-effective weapons like Ridersbane or a Wolf weapon like Rauðrwolf+, and one blow from this type of weapon is sure to take him down. Make sure you know what weapons you are up against before hopping too far into the line of battle!
Should you Unlock Potential?
| Should You Unlock Potential for this Hero? |
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We Recommend Unlocking Potential for Fernand - Traitorous Knight!
We recommend that you use Unlock Potential to bring Fernand - Traitorous Knight from 4 Stars to 5 Stars. Fernand - Traitorous Knight is very useful as a cavalry defense tank, so you may find using Unlock Potential on Fernand - Traitorous Knight helpful if your team lacks a party member with this role.
Fernand - List of Skills
Weapons
| Skill Name | Might | Range | Effect | Learned At |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 1 | No Effect | 3★ | |
| 8 | 1 | No Effect | 3★ | |
| 10 | 1 | If unit initiates combat, grants Atk/Def+4 during combat and foe cannot make a follow-up attack. | 3★ | |
| 14 | 1 | If unit initiates combat, grants Atk/Def+4 during combat and foe cannot make a follow-up attack. | 5★ | |
| 16 | 1 | Enables 【Canto (2)】. If unit initiates combat or if foe's HP ≥ 75% at start of combat, grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 to unit, deals damage = 20% of unit's Def (excluding area-of-effect Specials), and unit makes a guaranteed follow-up attack during combat. |
5★ |
Assists
| This Hero has no Assist skills that can be learned. |
Specials
| Skill Name | Effect | Learned At |
|---|---|---|
| (Cooldown Count = 4) Before combat this unit initiates, foes in an area near target take damage equal to (unit’s Atk minus foe’s Def or Res). | 3★ | |
| (Cooldown Count = 4) Before combat this unit initiates, foes in an area near target take damage equal to 1. 5x (unit’s Atk minus foe’s Def or Res). | 4★ |
Passives
| Skill Name | Effect | Learned At |
|---|---|---|
| If unit’s HP ≥ 90% in combat against a sword user, unit makes a follow-up attack and the foe cannot. | 3★ | |
| If unit’s HP ≥ 70% in combat against a sword user, unit makes a follow-up attack and the foe cannot. | 4★ | |
| If unit’s HP ≥ 50% in combat against a sword user, unit makes a follow-up attack and the foe cannot. | 5★ | |
| At start of turn, inflicts Def-3 on foes within 2 spaces through their next actions. | 3★ | |
| At start of turn, inflicts Atk/Def-3 on foes within 2 spaces through their next actions. | 3★ | |
| At start of turn, inflicts Atk/Def-4 on foes within 2 spaces through their next actions. | 4★ |
Fernand as a Source Hero
| Value of Skills | ★★★★☆ |
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All of Fernand's skills have inheritance value!
- Instant Lance+ is a powerful weapon that stops enemy units from counterattacking.
- Blazing Thunder is a good budget AoE Special that can be used in PvE battles.
- Swordbreaker 3 is a good skill to potentially quad against sword units.
- Threat. Atk/Def 2 is a good support skill to debuff enemy units.
How to Get Fernand / Illustrations / Voice Actor / Quotes
How to Get Fernand
Obtain through a Grand Hero Battle
Fernand is a Hero who, for a limited time, can be obtained through completing a Grand Hero Battle for the first time. They do not appear in regular summons. After the event has ended, they can be obtained by using Heroic Grails.
Voice Actor and Illustrator Information
| Voice Actor (English) |
Ray Chase |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Asatani Tomoyo |
| Appears In |
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