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Guns Are The Best Narrative Thing That Has Ever Happened To Fire Emblem

Kotaku • September 18, 2026 • technology

Key Points:

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave introduces guns as a new weapon type, categorized as gauntlet weapons that increase a character's evasion when equipped.
Troy, an older female priest and healer character, uses a gun, subverting typical healer roles in the series and adding humor to the narrative.
Guns are not just a gameplay mechanic but are integrated into the story, highlighted in a memorable cutscene where Troy decisively uses her gun to defeat an enemy.
The game’s narrative embraces the unexpected combination of traditional fantasy elements with modern weaponry, creating unique and entertaining moments early in the experience.