Published on: August 15, 2025
Fire Emblem Heroes, developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo, is marking a major update with the arrival of special versions of top Heroes from the Choose Your Legends: Round 9 fan vote.
The Shining Resolve summoning event introduces unique renditions of Sharena, Eikþyrnir, Baldr, and Byleth, each in attire themed for this occasion.
Available now for smart devices via the Nintendo eShop, Fire Emblem Heroes continues to expand its roster and content offerings for longtime series fans and newcomers alike.
The Shining Resolve Summoning Event introduces these Heroes as part of a focused 5★ summoning pool.
Players can utilize the Free 5★ Summon feature up to four times, after 40, 80, 120, and 160 total summons, ensuring that up to four Focus Heroes may be chosen during the event.
Notably, only one of each Hero can be selected through this method.
This event runs from August 15 at 12:00 a.m.
PT through September 4 at 11:59 p.m.
PT, giving players plenty of time to summon their favorite Champions.
Additionally, a limited-time free summoning campaign allows users to claim one of these four Heroes as a 5★ ally, with the choice being final—making it wise to consider which Hero best fits your tactical needs.
Players can also deepen their connections during the Forging Bonds: Shining Resolve event, taking place from August 15 to August 28.
By participating in battles alongside event characters like Sharena and Eikþyrnir, users earn friendship points, unlocking exclusive conversational scenes and valuable rewards.
For up to seven days during the event, participants will receive two Orbs upon their first daily map completion.
Other obtainable rewards include accessories, Divine Codes (Ephemera 8), and First Summon Tickets to be redeemed in the ongoing Shining Resolve summoning event.
Further celebrating the series, Feh’s Summer Celebration Hero Fest is underway as well, featuring a special 4★SHSR (Special Hero Super Rare) guaranteed summoning event.
This unique event, running from August 2 to September 4, spotlights 5★ Heroes from releases spanning March 2017 to January 2022.
Fans can collect up to 15 exclusive Summon Tickets by completing Celebratory Special Maps and through daily log-in bonuses—each ticket granting a guaranteed Special Hero with 5★ status, reinforcing your army’s strength.
Information and updates continue to be delivered directly from Feh, the series’ iconic messenger owl, via the latest Feh Channel video presentations.
With strategic, turn-based battles perfectly adapted for mobile play, Fire Emblem Heroes has become a staple in the tactical RPG genre for both dedicated Fire Emblem enthusiasts and mobile gamers.
Since its launch, the game has maintained free-to-start accessibility, with optional in-game purchases and consistent origin from the Nintendo eShop for smart devices.
Persistent internet, a compatible smartphone, and a Nintendo Account are required to join in on ongoing events.
For comprehensive coverage of Fire Emblem Heroes’ latest events, visit the official eShop listing or tune in to upcoming Feh Channel broadcasts.
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