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Fire Emblem Heroes (FEH)
Balthus Builds and Best IVs
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This is a ranking page for the hero Balthus - King of Grappling 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 Balthus.
| Heroes With the Same Name | |
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 Balthus
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List of Contents
Balthus Rating and Basic Information
| Overall Rating | 8.0/10 |
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| Reroll Ranking (excluding Inherit Skill) |
B (▶Reroll Ranking) |
| Ranking (including Inherit Skill) |
B (▶FEH Tier List) |
Balthus - King of Grappling: Basic Information
| Color / Weapon Type / Move Type | |
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| Rarity | |
| What Kind of Character Are They? | ・Grappler's Axe attacks twice, grants bonus stats, a guaranteed follow-up attack, and Tempo to Balthus and allies within 3Rx3C, grants Balthus bonus state, true damage, true DR, a Lull effect, and post-combat healing. |
Balthus Skills at 5★
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Might: 11 Range: 1 Unit attacks twice (even if foe initiates combat, unit attacks twice). Grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 to unit, neutralizes foe's bonuses to Atk/Def, and unit deals +20 damage during combat (excluding area-of-effect Specials). |
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Cooldown Count = 4 Boosts damage dealt by 80% of unit’s Def. |
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If unit’s HP ≤ 80% at start of combat, grants Atk/Def +7 during combat. |
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Allies within 2 spaces gain: "If foe uses sword, lance, axe, dragonstone, or beast damage, grants Def/Res+4 during combat." |
Balthus Best IVs
Recommended IVs
| Stat | Superboon/Superbane | IV Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| HP (19) |
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★★★★★ |
| Atk (12) |
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★★★★★ |
| Spd (5) |
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★★☆☆☆ |
| Def (11) |
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★★★★☆ |
| Res (7) |
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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.
+Atk/-Spd
We recommend a +Atk/-Spd IV for Balthus.
His Atk is a superboon and he will benefit greatly from the increased stat for his one-shot potential.
Balthus' Spd is a superbane and is not important for his combat potential, so it's safe to take as a bane.
+Atk for a +10 Merge
We recommend taking +Atk as your boon of choice when building a +10 merged Balthus.
His extremely high Atk makes him a powerhouse that and makes him a good tank that can also pack a punch.
Balthus Best Builds
Physical Tank Balthus
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Boulder
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Patience
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How to Use, Explanation
This build maximizes Balthus' Atk and Def to make him a formidable bruiser unit, relying on Grappler's Axe to quad his enemies to death.
Balthus Best Weapon Refine
Effect of Balthus's Refined Weapon
| Exclusive Weapon Effect from Refining (Special Effect Type) | |
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| SP: 400 | |
| Might: 11 Range: 1 HP: 3 Unit attacks twice (even if foe initiates combat, unit attacks twice). Grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 to unit, neutralizes foe's bonuses to Atk/Def, and unit deals +20 damage during combat (excluding area-of-effect Specials). For unit and allies within 3 rows or 3 columns centered on unit, grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5, makes a guaranteed follow-up attack, and neutralizes effects that grant "Special cooldown charge +X" to foe or inflict "Special cooldown charge -X" on unit or ally during combat. Reduces damage from foe's attacks by 15 during combat (excluding area-of-effect Specials), and when unit deals damage to foe during combat, restores 7 HP to unit.  ：500  ：200 |
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We recommend the Special Effect Refine for Grappler's Axe
Refined Grappler's Axe grants Balthus a brave effect, Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 in combat, a Lull effect, +20 bonus true damage, +15 bonus true damage reduction, and +7 HP healing per attack.
Refined Grappler's Axe also grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5, a guaranteed follow-up attack, and a Tempo effect to Balthus and all allies within 3 rows and 3 columns centered on him.
While refined Grappler's Axe isn't as loaded as some modern weapon refines, it provides enough to make Balthus useful if he is among your favorite characters in Fire Emblem.
Balthus Stats
Stat Rankings
| Neutral Stats at Lv. 40 (5★) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 181 | ||
| HP | 
47 |
Rank: 42/1355 |
| Atk | 
42 |
Rank: 279/1355 |
| Spd | 
24 |
Rank: 980/1355 |
| Def | 
37 |
Rank: 156/1355 |
| Res | 
31 |
Rank: 337/1355 |
Stat Values
Lv 40+10 Stats (5★)
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
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| +10 Merges W/ Skill Bonuses | 52 | 61 | 28 | 42 | 35 | 218 | Lv.40 +10 | 52 | 47 | 28 | 42 | 35 | 204 |
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
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| +HP Lv.40 +10 | 54 | 46 | 28 | 41 | 35 | 204 |
| +Atk Lv.40 +10 | 51 | 50 | 28 | 41 | 35 | 205 |
| +Spd Lv.40 +10 | 51 | 46 | 32 | 41 | 35 | 205 |
| +Def Lv.40 +10 | 51 | 46 | 28 | 44 | 35 | 204 |
| +Res Lv.40 +10 | 51 | 46 | 28 | 41 | 38 | 204 |
Stats at Lv 40
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
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| 5★- Adjusted for Skills | 47 | 56 | 24 | 37 | 31 | 195 |
| 5★ Lv.40 | 47 | 42 | 24 | 37 | 31 | 181 |
| 4★ Lv.40 | 44 | 40 | 22 | 35 | 28 | 169 |
| 3★ Lv.40 | 43 | 38 | 21 | 33 | 27 | 162 |
Initial Stats (with Skills)
| HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res | Total | |
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| 5★ Lv.1 | 19 | 26 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 68 |
| 4★ Lv.1 | 18 | 22 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 61 |
| 3★ Lv.1 | 18 | 19 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 57 |
Stat Comparison of Similar Heroes
| Hero |
HP |
Atk |
Spd |
Def |
Res |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 49 | 41 | 44 | 20 | 204 | |
| 41 | 49 | 30 | 49 | 35 | 204 | |
| 40 | 50 | 37 | 49 | 28 | 204 | |
| 40 | 48 | 38 | 48 | 25 | 199 | |
| 44 | 49 | 35 | 45 | 25 | 198 | |
| 43 | 47 | 31 | 40 | 32 | 193 | |
| 45 | 46 | 20 | 47 | 35 | 193 | |
| 40 | 47 | 17 | 47 | 42 | 193 | |
| 42 | 47 | 16 | 42 | 46 | 193 | |
| 42 | 46 | 30 | 45 | 30 | 193 | |
| 46 | 45 | 31 | 40 | 30 | 192 | |
| 46 | 47 | 33 | 42 | 24 | 192 | |
| 48 | 43 | 33 | 36 | 21 | 181 | |
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Balthus
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47 | 42 | 24 | 37 | 31 | 181 |
| 46 | 41 | 36 | 30 | 23 | 176 | |
| 47 | 41 | 30 | 36 | 19 | 173 | |
| 47 | 37 | 27 | 40 | 21 | 172 | |
| 46 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 17 | 158 | |
| 43 | 32 | 29 | 30 | 24 | 158 | |
| 49 | 36 | 25 | 33 | 13 | 156 |
Note: Stats bonuses from skills are not taken into account.
Balthus Roles, Strengths, and Weaknesses
Balthus Roles
Balthus 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.
Balthus Strengths
Grappler's Axe allows Balthus to quad attack and buffs allies
Refined Grappler's Axe grants Balthus a brave effect, Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 in combat, a Lull effect, +20 bonus true damage, +15 bonus true damage reduction, and +7 HP healing per attack.
Refined Grappler's Axe also grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5, a guaranteed follow-up attack, and a Tempo effect to Balthus and all allies within 3 rows and 3 columns centered on him.
While refined Grappler's Axe isn't as loaded as some modern weapon refines, it provides enough to make Balthus useful if he is among your favorite characters in Fire Emblem.
Balthus Weaknesses
Does not have a strong sense of uniqueness
Balthus's refined Grappler's Axe makes him unique, but its effects aren't too powerful nor do they feel exclusive enough to give Balthus a niche above other similar options.
A decent number of units can perform similarly or even better than him, making Balthus a decent option but not a common metagame threat.
Should you Unlock Potential?
| Should You Unlock Potential for this Hero? |
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We Recommend You Unlock Potential for Balthus - King of Grappling!
We recommend that you use Unlock Potential to bring Balthus - King of Grappling from 4 Stars to 5 Stars. Balthus - King of Grappling is a very useful physical tank axe, so we recommend you Unlock Potential for Balthus - King of Grappling if your team lacks a strong physical tank axe.
Balthus - List of Skills
Weapons
| Skill Name | Might | Range | Effect | Learned At |
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| 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★ | |
| 11 | 1 | Unit attacks twice (even if foe initiates combat, unit attacks twice). Grants Atk/Spd/Def/Res+5 to unit, neutralizes foe's bonuses to Atk/Def, and unit deals +20 damage during combat (excluding area-of-effect Specials). |
5★ |
Assists
| This Hero has no Assist skills that can be learned. |
Specials
| Skill Name | Effect | Learned At |
|---|---|---|
| (Cooldown Count = 4) Boosts damage dealt by 50% of unit’s Def. | 3★ | |
| (Cooldown Count = 4) Boosts damage dealt by 80% of unit’s Def. | 4★ |
Passives
| Skill Name | Effect | Learned At |
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| If unit’s HP ≤ 80% at start of combat, grants Atk/Def +3 during combat. | 3★ | |
| If unit’s HP ≤ 80% at start of combat, grants Atk/Def +5 during combat. | 3★ | |
| If unit’s HP ≤ 80% at start of combat, grants Atk/Def +7 during combat. | 4★ | |
| Allies within 2 spaces gain: "If foe uses sword, lance, axe, dragonstone, or beast damage, grants Def/Res+2 during combat." | 3★ | |
| Allies within 2 spaces gain: "If foe uses sword, lance, axe, dragonstone, or beast damage, grants Def/Res+3 during combat." | 4★ | |
| Allies within 2 spaces gain: "If foe uses sword, lance, axe, dragonstone, or beast damage, grants Def/Res+4 during combat." | 5★ |
Balthus as a Source Hero
| Value of Skills | ★★☆☆☆ |
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All of Balthus' skills are inheritable!
- Instant Axe+ is a powerful weapon for tanky axe units with high Atk and Def.
- Ignis+ is a Special that again can be used for tanky physical damage units since the higher their Def, the more damage they deal.
- Brazen Atk/Def 3 is good for tanky Vantage sweepers like Ares.
- Close Guard 3 is a good support skill for melee teams.
How to Get Balthus / Illustrations / Voice Actor / Quotes
How to Get Balthus
Obtain Through Regular Summon
Balthus is a Hero who can be pulled from any summon.
Note: Not currently a featured hero in any Summon events.
Current Focuses and Which You Should Pull From
Voice Actor and Illustrator Information
| Voice Actor (English) |
Aaron Hedrick |
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| Illustrator | Maji |
| Appears In |
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FEH: Related Guides
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