—Osian to Halvan in Thracia 776
Osian is a playable character in Fire Emblem: Thracia 776. He is a member of the Freeblades of Fiana, and resides at Fiana with his father. Osian also shares a close relationship with Tanya.
Profile
Osian first appears in Chapter 1, where he joins Leif and Eyvel on their mission to quell Raydrik's invasion of Fiana and save Nanna and Mareeta. Osian can visit his home in this chapter, where his father will give him his axe, chastising him for being careless in leaving it behind.
Osian, along with the rest of the Freeblades of Fiana, is later separated from Leif and Eyvel in Chapter 3, as the prince is captured by Raydrik. Vowing to save Leif, Osian, along with Halvan and Ronan, embark on a quest to Manster, but are captured by Hannibal's patrolling troops when they are found roaming around Manster Castle. The trio regains their freedom at the end of Chapter 7 on Leif's behest.
In Chapter 8, Osian can speak to Marty to recruit him to Leif's cause. Threatening to attack Marty for taking up arms against Dagdar and Eyvel, Osian manages to convince Marty to defect from Gomes and join Leif's army.
When Leif's army storms Dagdar's mansion to save Dagdar and Tanya in Chapter 8x, Osian is reunited with Tanya. He can speak to her in this chapter, where he will express concern over her well-being, prompting her to cry in his arms.
Osian then goes on to continue supporting Leif in his cause to liberate Northern Thracia from the Grannvale Empire. He will return to Fiana thereafter, where he gets married and is blessed with many children. Although his wife is not named, it is heavily implied that she is Tanya due to the similarity of their endings.
Personality
Osian is a brash, hotblooded youth, prone to speaking his mind without tact. This can be seen in the way he resorts to using expletives to express his outrage over the bandit invasion of Fiana in Chapter 1, prompting both Eyvel and Halvan to urge him to calm down.
Osian's tactlessness extends even to Tanya, his implied love interest. Although he genuinely cares for her, he does not understand how to be gentle and kind, as he calls her an idiot for worrying him in Chapter 8x. This prompts Tanya to cry and lash out at him for being insensitive, sending him into a state of fluster.
In-Game
Recruitment
| Name | Class | Chapter | Affiliation | Recruit |
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 Osian |
 Axe Fighter |
1 | Player | Automatically from the start |
Base Stats
| Starting Class | ||||||||||||
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| Axe Fighter | ||||||||||||
| Level | HP | Str | Mag | Skl | Spd | Lck | Def | Bld | Mov | LS | MS | FCM |
| 1 | 27 | 6 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Skills | Weapon | Starting Items | ||||||||||
 Wrath |  Axe - E (+40) |  Iron Axe | ||||||||||
Growth Rates
| HP | Str | Mag | Skl | Spd | Lck | Def | Bld | Mov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85% | 30% | 5% | 25% | 35% | 55% | 25% | 25% | 2% |
Promotion Gains
| Item Required | Promoted Class | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Knight Proof
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 Hero
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| 1 | +2 | +1 | +3 | +3 | +3 | 0 | 0 |
| Weapon Levels | |||||||
 D
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Support Bonus
| Character | Bonus |
|---|---|
 Tanya |
10% |
| Character | Bonus |
|---|---|
 Eyvel |
10% |
Tanya |
10% |
- Supports give a bonus to Hit, Critical, Avoid, and Dodge
- Supporting characters must be within a three tile radius for the support to come into effect
Overall
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Subjective: The following part of this article is based upon the editor's personal experiences and opinions, and therefore may not be applicable for all readers.
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If you're familiar with Kaga's games, you'll know that Axe users tend to be underwhelming—with Bord and Cord setting the worst possible precedent. However, Osian completely shatters this trope, standing out as one of the best Axe users in Thracia 776 and arguably one of the best-designed Axe units in the entire series.
With Wrath, Vouge, and an FCM of 3, Osian is a combat powerhouse, effortlessly landing double crits on both player and enemy phases. Even with average stat growths, he's strong enough to one-round nearly any non-boss enemy, making him especially valuable in Chapter 11, whether clearing Armor Knights in the center or handling enemies near the throne.
Osian is also very easy to train. Chapters 1-3 provide uncontested experience, since many early units like Eyvel, Finn, and Dagdar don't need investment, while others like Halvan, Tanya, and Marty aren't meant for long-term use. Osian doesn't require much feeding to reach Level 10, making him one of the best early promotion candidates. Even if Finn, Asvel, or Safy take the first Knight Crests, Osian still makes great use of his promotion, thanks to strong bonuses. While he does gain Swords upon promotion, it's unlikely you'll train his Sword rank given his reliance on Vouge throughout the game.
That said, Osian's biggest drawback is his one-dimensionality—he's an incredible combat unit, but that's all he does. The only other chapter that benefits from strong fighters outside of Chapter 11 has to be the Endgame, as most maps are more-or-less trivialized by Warp. His supports are also lackluster, as Tanya and Eyvel provide little meaningful synergy.
Overall, Osian is an outstanding combat unit with an easy training curve and high immediate impact. However, his lack of versatility and Thracia's Warp-heavy metagame prevent him from being an outright top-tier unit.
Fire Emblem Engage
Bond Ring
- Hero from beyond Elyos who fought in the Fiana Freeblades with his axe. Hot-headed and proud, he is skilled with the throwing axe Vouge. Though brash, he's also a cheerful and inspiring presence in the army.
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 C Rank
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Bld +1 | |
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 B Rank
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Spd +1 Bld +1 | |
| World |  A Rank
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Spd +1 Lck +1 Bld +1 |
 Sage Lord
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 S Rank
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Spd +1 Lck +1 Bld +2 |
Fire Emblem Heroes
- Scolded Soldier
- A member of the Freeblades of Fiana. Bright and friendly, but quick to lose his temper. Appears in Fire Emblem: Thracia 776.
Base Stats
Rarity: ✯✯✯✯✯
 | Title | ||||
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| Scolded Soldier | |||||
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 Infantry | |||||
| Level | HP | Atk | Spd | Def | Res |
| 1 40 | 17/18/19 39/42/45 | 8/9/10 32/35/38 | 9/10/11 33/36/39 | 8/9/10 30/33/36 | 4/5/6 23/27/30 |
| Skills | Weapon | ||||
 Vouge Daylight |  Axe | ||||
Skills
Overall
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Base Set
Counters
Skill Inheritance
Meet Some of the Heroes
| Scolded Soldier Osian | |||
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Osian is a youth from the village of Fiana. He's a brash warrior with a heart of gold who keeps things lively among the Freeblades, the local militia! | ||
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Osian has always been quick to lose his temper, and Tanya in particular seems to be pretty good at getting under his skin—they often end up quarreling the moment their eyes meet. But you know, maybe all that bickering means that they're closer than you think. (Hee hee!) | ||
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When Fiana was attacked by soldiers from Grannvale, Osian followed Eyvel and his other friends in the militia as they embarked on a battle against the Empire. | ||
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Wielding his trusty axe, Osian continues to fight for his friends against the Grannvale Empire. There's no foe alive who can dampen his fighting spirit! | ||
| Closely Associated Characters | |||
| Eyvel | The leader of Fiana. She commands the Freeblades of Fiana, a militia composed of village youths including Osian. | ||
| Tanya | Daughter of Dagdar, formerly of the Mount Violdrake Bandits. She fights with the Freeblades alongside her reformed father. Often quarrels with Osian. | ||
| Halvan | A warrior of the Freeblades. His calm and collected nature balances out Osian's rashness. | ||
Quotes
Death Quote
—Osian's death quote in Thracia 776.
Escape Quote
—Osian's escape quote in Thracia 776.
Conversations
Chapter 1
- Eyvel: What's happening? Something's wrong...
- Halvan: I'll go take a look, Lady Eyvel. Please wait here. Lady Eyvel, the village is filled with Imperial troops. It looks like they attacked while we were gone...
- Osian: What? Damn, those bastards! Lady Eyvel, let's go!
- Halvan: Calm down, Osian. If we just run in without thinking, we'll just get beaten down.
- Osian: Why're you so calm, Halvan!? Our village is being attacked!
- Eyvel: No, Halvan is right. Calm yourself, Osian. Lord Leif, it looks like the Empire has sought us out. Please make your escape while we distract the Imperial troops. Fin, take care of him...
- Leif: Eyvel! Nanna is still in the village. I can't just leave her and run.
- Eyvel: I will ensure her safety. Don't worry.
- Leif: No, that's not it... I've chosen not to run any more.
- Eyvel: Finn, what about you? Are you going allow Lord Leif get himself in danger?
- Finn: Lord Leif is already 15 years old. He is old enough to make his own decisions. As his servant, I will respect his judgment and follow his commands.
- Eyvel: 15... Well, we did bring him with us to defeat the pirates. Fine, If Finn says so, it's all right with me.
- Osian: Well, are we done? Let's hurry up and go kick their asses!
- Eyvel: Yes. But be careful. Although they are Imperial troops, the lower-ranking ones are civilians forced into the army. If you can, don't kill them, take their weapons and let them escape. Understood?
- Osian: But we can hurt them until they submit to us, right? They'll kill us if we don't.
- Eyvel: Yes, but don't overdo it, all right? Especially you, Osian.
- Osian: Come on, don't you trust me, Lady Eyvel?
- Eyvel: All right, let's go. Show them the Freeblades of Fiana' strength!
- Visit the lower right house with Osian
- Osian's father: Osian, you working hard? You better not be bein' a nuisance to Lady Eyvel.
- Osian: Come on, spare me the lectures, old man.
- Father: Ha, haven't fixed that foul mouth of yours, have you, kid? Well anyway, here. This is what you came for, right?
- Osian: Yeah, thanks! I don't feel right unless I fight with this axe.
- Father: Stupid kid. I've never heard of someone forgetting his weapons to a battle.
- Osian: Hey, I told you I don't need the lectures.
- Father: Hmph. Well, what're you waiting for? Go and help Lady Eyvel!
- Osian: Yeah, I'm going!
Chapter 3
—Osian's quote after Leif seizes the throne, Chapter 3
Chapter 7
—Osian's quote at the end of Chapter 7
Chapter 24x
- (Occurs at the end of the chapter if Osian is still alive and Eyvel was recruited)
- Osian: A mother, eh... Well, my mom died long ago, but my dad is still going strong. I guess even a geezer like him is better than not having one at all...
- Eyvel: That's right, Osian. You're still better off compared to Halvan. Take care of your father when you return to Fiana.
Talk with Tanya
- Chapter 1
- Osian: Tanya? What the hell are you doing out here?
- Tanya: Osian!? Can't you see? I came to help you guys out.
- Osian: Help us out, eh? Well, we're not so desperate as to ask for help from a kid. Now off you go.
- Tanya: Who're you calling a kid!? You're the kid! Fine, I'm going. I never wanted to come here anyway. Hmph!
- Chapter 8x
- Osian: Tanya! You're okay! You idiot, you had me worried.
- Tanya: What do you mean, idiot! I never asked you to worry yourself over me, anyway!
- Osian: You know, why can't you just say thanks? If we had come a little later...
- Tanya: What do you mean! You're the one picking the fight! ...You could also be a little...kinder...
- Osian: W-Whoa! D-Don't cry! Um, so... I'm glad you're okay. Yeah...
Talk with Marty
- Chapter 8
- Marty: ......
- Osian: Hm? Hey, it's Marty!
- Marty: Ulp... N-No, you got the wrong guy...
- Osian: Turning your back isn't gonna hide you, you know. What are you doing out here?
- Marty: Um...well... Gomes, he...
- Osian: That's not what I'm asking! If you're going against Dagdar and Lady Eyvel, then you're going against me, too! Prepare to die!
- Marty: W-Wait! ...Sorry. I was wrong...
- Osian: ...So you'll join our side?
- Marty: ...Well, but Gomes...
- Osian: Argh! Make up your mind! Are you with us? Or against us!?
- Marty: O-Okay, okay! I'm on your side! You don't have to shout...
Heroes
Ending
- Osian - The Wild Axefighter (怒れる斧戦士 Okereru ono senshi)
- After returning to Fiana, Osian married, and was blessed with many children. However, he remained prone to mood swings all his life, and his quick temper was inseparable from his kind heart. He eventually earned a reputation around the village as "that oddball old man." Despite not being fond of the other villagers, he proved to be a reliable man, always willing to help those in need.
Non-Canon Appearances
Fire Emblem 0 (Cipher)
Osian is illustrated in the trading card game with the following cards:
Choose Your Legends Placement History
| Round | Placement | Character Version | Votes |
|---|
| CYL1 | 489 |  Thracia 776 |
240 |
| CYL2 | 441 ↑48 |
Thracia 776 |
327 ↑87 |
| CYL3 | 350 ↑91 |
Thracia 776 |
493 ↑166 |
| CYL4 | 535 ↓185 |
Thracia 776 |
54 ↓439 |
| CYL5 | 478 ↑57 |
Thracia 776 |
26 ↓28 |
| CYL6 | 490 ↓12 |
Thracia 776 |
23 ↓3 |
| CYL7 | 421 ↑69 |
Thracia 776 |
11 ↓12 |
| CYL8 | 417 ↑4 |
Thracia 776 |
25 ↑14 |
| CYL9 | 379 ↑38 |
Thracia 776 |
20 ↓5 |
Etymology
Othin is an alternate spelling of Odin. Given the katakana spelling, it could also be based on Oisín (Osian in Welsh), a member of the Fianna in Irish legend.
Trivia
- Osian shares his English voice actor in Fire Emblem Heroes, Brendan McKian, with Shinon, as he appears in Heroes.
- He also shares his Japanese voice actor, Taito Ban, with Ferdinand from Fire Emblem: Three Houses.
Gallery
- See main article: Osian/Gallery.