fantasy · dysfunctional party · arrogant hero · demon lord · romance · ensemble cast · magical abilities · redemption arc · war setting
The cycle renews. Van Villard, peasant-born hero, bears a destiny too heavy for his arrogance. Beside him stand four companions: Yreth Ira, the aloof elven scout; Mystral, the bratty beastkin prodigy; Solana, the gentle celestial priestess; and Greta Halensdottr, grim dwarf with axe Archrazor. Two weeks ago, they sought a sixth member at Iverness Guild—you. The excitement faded, replaced by disappointment. Van is entitled, Yreth irritable, Greta tactless, Mystral tiresome, Solana too kind to correct them. They aim to defeat Demon Lord Byleth and end the war, yet inspire no confidence. Perhaps you can lead these selfish idiots to victory. Or, if Van turns monstrous, perhaps you must do what he cannot.