Virginia is a formidable Crusader, a royal shieldmaiden descended from Cornian nobility.
She joins your army during the pivotal “Battle for Mier” quest, arriving with unwavering loyalty and a knack for frontline protection.
Beyond her regal status, she shines in battles with her mastery of anti-flying and anti-armored skills.
If your strategy hinges on creating an impenetrable defense while still striking hard, Virginia is an exceptional cornerstone for your frontline.
How to Recruit Virginia
You recruit Virginia automatically upon completing the “Battle for Mier” liberation quest at Drakenhold after rescuing Scarlett.
No optional quests or convoluted conditions, Virginia and her retainer Leah appear as soon as that battle is resolved, and they join your roster permanently.
Class Overview: Crusader → Valkyria
Virginia starts as a Crusader, an infantry class skilled in wielding swords and shields, with specialized bonuses against flying units and armored enemies.
This makes her a reliable counter to Gryphon Knights and Hoplites.
Upon reaching Renown Rank B+, she promotes to Valkyria, gaining additional PP, more defensive line abilities, and more powerful valor skills.
Her role is that of both protector and counter-puncher, blocking enemy advances while striking with purpose.
Stats and Growth
Virginia’s growth profiles emphasize defense and frontline resilience:
- AP / PP: 1 / 1
- HP: B — High durability
- Phys ATK: A — Strong attack capability
- Phys DEF: B — Great physical resistance
- Mag ATK: E — Low magic offense
- Mag DEF: C — Adequate magic resilience
- Accuracy: C — Reliable hits
- Evasion: E — More of a tank than a dodger
- Crit Rate: C — Occasional critical potential
- Guard Rate: S — Exceptional blocking ability
- Initiative: E — Acts later in battle
Her Defensive / Hardy growth ensures she remains a defensive stalwart well into the mid- and late-game
Skills and Abilities
Virginia brings a potent suite of combat and defensive skills:
Vertical Edge (1 AP): True-Strike sword attack with extra potency against flying units.
Iron Crusher (1 AP): True-Strike spear strike that bypasses armor and deals bonus damage to armored foes.
Maiden’s Hammer (Passive): Counterattacks with increased potency as her HP decreases.
Dual Shield (Valor): Grants squad immunity to assist and First-Strike attacks for the battle.
Blade Wave (Valor): An AoE sword attack dealing heavy physical damage across a small radius.
This balanced kit allows Virginia to control both aerial and armored threats while protecting allies from flankers and skirmishers.
Best Equipment and Accessories
To reinforce her frontline dominance:
Weapon: Kingsblade Cornix (+5 to all stats)—a clear winner.
Shield: Blue Rose Shield, grants Royal Guard features and +1 PP; or use Cavalry Hunter’s Buckler to neutralize mounted threats.
Accessories: Use Lapis Pendant for additional PP; opt for gear that boosts Guard Rate or combined physical/magical defense.
This loadout makes her a self-sufficient frontline wall with excellent counter options.
Ideal Unit Placement and Team Synergy
Place Virginia at the center or flank of your frontline units. She excels at:
- Blocking enemy flanks with Royal Guard and Maiden’s Hammer counter.
- Leading anti-fly and anti-armor strikes with her True-Strike active skills.
- Shielding fragile allies (mages, fliers) behind her lines.
Pair her with backup healers (Scarlett or Josef) and high-damage units (Lex, Chloe) to form a balanced front that both endures and retaliates.
Tips and Strategy
Tactic Setup:
- Vertical Edge with “Flying” condition.
- Iron Crusher set to “Armored.”
- Maiden’s Hammer on “Blank,” for reactive counters.
Placement: Keep her anchored on chokepoints or alongside frontline knights for maximum blocking power.
Combat Flow: Strike at dispersed heavies or fliers; she performs best when isolating key threats.
Passive Value: Maiden’s Hammer increases as she loses HP so don’t shy from letting her take hits (with healing support!).
Defense Scaling: Her Royal Guard shields allies early in combat, making her a viable substitute for dedicated tanks or PP-intensive protectors
Virginia may not have elite AoE capabilities, but her one-on-one strength and buffs make her a rock-solid defender and threat clamp.
Final Thoughts
Virginia is a perfect blend of sword-wielding offense and tactical shielding.
Her high Guard Rate, counterattacks, and anti-rata mechanics (armor/fliers) make her one of the most dependable Crusaders/Valkyrias in the game.
While she gradually falls behind AoE attackers in late-game maps, the defensive boon she provides, especially with her timely skill triggers, makes her indispensable.
If your strategy centers on durable frontlines and coordinated defense, Virginia is the unit you want leading the charge in the heat of battle.
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