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How to Recruit Raphael: Expedition Answers and Best Class

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Raphael is a character in Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes (FEW3H). Read on to learn how to recruit Raphael, the answers for expeditions with Raphael, the best class for Raphael, their unique abilities, and their strongest combos!

Raphael Best Class and Gifts

Raphael Overview

Raphael
Raphael
Starting Class Fighter (Gauntlet) Icon Fighter (Gauntlet)
Starting Weapon Axe, Bow, Gauntlet
Playable Character? Yes Crests No known crests.
Affiliation Leicester Alliance

Raphael Best Class

The War Master class is the best class for Raphael.

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Raphael Innate Abilities

Innate Ability Effect Class to Master
Exhalted Breath Increases both the Awakening and Warrior Gauge fill rates when attacking enemies that have been launched into the air. Holy Knight

Raphael has to master the Holy Knight class to get the Exhalted Breath innate ability.

Innate Abilities are secret abilities not listed among the acquired abilities, and can only be attained by branching out of a unit's recommended class.

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Raphael Likes and Dislikes

Status Eldest son of the Kristens, a deceased merchant couple
Interests Bodybuilding, Eating
Likes Pure protein, muscles, training, his baby sister
Dislikes Book learning, unfinished meals

Best Gifts for Raphael

Liked Floral Adornment, Fishing Float, Gemstone Beads, Smoked Meat, Armored Bear Stuffy, Book of Sheet Music, Hunting Dagger, The History of Fodlan, Watering Can, Riding Boots, Whetstone, Tea Leaves, Stylish Hair Clip, Legends of Chivalry, Monarch Studies Book, Dapper Handkerchief, Landscape Painting, Exotic Spices, Goddess Statuette, Ceremonial Sword, Ancient Coin, Board Game, Coffee Beans, Pitcher Plant, Sunflower, Violet, Lavender, Daffodil, Rose, Forget-me-nots, Lily, Lily of the Valley, Baby's Breath, Anemone, & Carnation
Loved Owl Feather, Smoked Meat, Training Weight, Tasty Baked Treat, Blue Cheese

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How to Recruit Raphael

FEW3H - Scarlet BlazeScarlet Blaze FEW3H - Azure GleamAzure Gleam FEW3H - Golden WildfireGolden Wildfire
Chapter 07: The Triumph of Valor Chapter 09: Reunion at the Fortress City Chapter 03: The Battle for the Locket

Recruit by using the Persuade Raphael Strategy

When this character is faced as an enemy during the main quest of the chapters listed above, you may use the Persuade Strategy to recruit this unit after defeating them in battle. Persuade Raphael costs 10 Strategy Points to use.

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Expedition Answers with Raphael

Raphael's Expedition Answers Guide

Question / Prompt Best Response
Prompt: Big cities aren't the only places with great food. Those inns along merchant roads serve up some pretty tasty grub. Ask if the food is their main draw.
Prompt: My little sis will be fine without me, as long as she's got our grandpa. He's real strong. Say she must still miss him.
Prompt: I'm kinda bad at staying still. I just don't feel right if I'm not moving around. Suggest you exercise together.
Prompt: I got a letter from my little sis the other day. It wasn't about anything important, but I was still happy to get it. Suggest you write a reply together.
Prompt: I'm not so great at using my head, but I'm pretty handy when it comes to muscle stuff! Declare that you won't be outdone.
Prompt: I don't think I would've become a merchant, even if my parents were still alive. I just don't have it in me. Laugh and say he's right.
Prompt: Animals are incredible. They provide us with such tasty meat. I always feel grateful to them, especially when I go for seconds. Say you could learn from him.
Question: Ask about any personal news.
Prompt: Never mind me, what’s been up with you? You won’t get any stronger if you slack on your training, y’know.
Give a pep talk.
Question: Ask about any personal news.
Prompt: Things aren’t going so well. I’ve been too busy to get some good training in.
Offer encouragement.
Question: Ask about dreams for the future.
Prompt: I've got some stuff I wanna do, sure. But I'm mostly good as long as my family and friends are happy.
Smile.
Question: Ask about memories of the past.
Prompt: I used to think I was gonna be a merchant like my folks. But I've got a bad head for numbers and stuff.
Get competitive over it.
Question: Ask about preferred fighting style
Prompt: Too much thinking hurts my head. I'd rather get out there and punch stuff!
Give a pep talk.
Question: Ask about their dislikes.
Prompt: Keeping track of the itty-bitty details really isn't my thing. I'm more of a "close enough" kinda guy.
Get competitive over it.
Question: Ask about their family.
Prompt: I wanna make this world a place where my little sis can live however she wants. That's why I'm fighting.
Applaud that.
Question: Ask about their friends.
Prompt: Meals always taste better when you share ‘em with friends.
Reach out and commiserate.
Question: Ask about their likes.
Prompt: I like meat, especially when I can share it with my friends.
Sympathize.
Question: Ask about their worries.
Prompt: Worrying only makes you extra hungry, right? So I try not to think about stuff like that.
Commend that.
Question: Ask what they think of you.
Prompt: I’m glad you’re my friend. It’s fun coming up with different meals together.
Be pleased.
Question: Ask what they think of you.
Prompt: You always try real hard, and I think that’s great. Just gotta make sure you don’t leave me in the dust!
Get competitive over it.

Expeditions Guide: All Expedition Answers

How to Use Raphael

Tips on Using Raphael

Pros
FEW3H-Check Bullet Point Raphael is a quick and powerful hitter, with skills that can increase his damage.

FEW3H-Check Bullet Point As a Brawler, he's quite fast and it's easy to buttonmash when attacking with him.
Cons
FEW3H-Check Bullet Point His only defensive skill requires that he be ordered to guard, Outside of that, he doesn't have any defense or damage reducing abilities.

Raphael Combos and Unique Abilities

Raphael Unique Abilities

Ability Name Type Description
Pure Brawn IconPure Brawn Action Charge to power up attacks for a set period. Attacks will strengthen up to 2 tiers based on the number of charges.
Goody Basket IconGoody Basket Support Slightly increases damage dealt to foes for a period of time after collecting recovery items.
Unbending Spirit IconUnbending Spirit Tactical When ordered to guard: reduces damage received from enemies by 30%.

War Master Class Action

FEW3H-Class Action
FEW3H-X Attack your enemy using the back of your hand.

When the Class Gauge fills completely you'll add a Fist Icon to your stock (max 3). Press X to launch an attack. The Class Gauge will charge over time and as you land attacks. If you have 2 or 3 Fist Icons in your stock, chain X to change your attack. If you have a Fist Icon in your stock, press X to launch an attack followed by chained regular attacks with increased might.

War Master Combo List

FEW3H-YX combo
FEW3H-YFEW3H-X
Perform an uppercut strike.
FEW3H-YYX combo
FEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-X
Perform a powerful punch.
FEW3H-YYYX combo
FEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-X
Perform a series of punches before knocking them away.
FEW3H-YYYYX combo
FEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-X
Perform a double uppercut that creates two tornadoes.
FEW3H-5YX combo
FEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-X
Slam the ground with your hands and perform a series of multiple kicks before knocking your enemies away.
FEW3H-6YX combo
FEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-YFEW3H-X
Perform an uppercut before slamming yourself down on the ground.
FEW3H-Full Y combo
SpamFEW3H-Y
Perform a jumping slash attack after a series of regular attacks.

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