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After landing in the Land of Morytha, Brighid eventually meets up with Rex, Mythra, and [[Jin]]. Using his new power as the Master Driver, Rex temporarily uses Brighid as his Blade until they can reunite with the others. She is hesitant to work with Jin but eventually accepts. She later asks Jin if she is still the same Blade he knew during the Aegis War, to which he replies that she isn't. However, before Jin leaves on the [[Monoceros (XC2)|Monoceros]], he concedes that she is still largely the same Blade he knew back then.
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After landing in the Land of Morytha, Brighid eventually meets up with Rex, Mythra, and [[Jin]]. Using his new power as the Master Driver, Rex temporarily uses Brighid as his Blade until they can reunite with the others. She is hesitant to work with Jin but eventually accepts. She later asks Jin if she is still the same Blade he knew during the Aegis War, to which he replies that it wouldn't matter either way, since the current Brighid is essentially a different person than the Brighid that existed during the War. However, before Jin leaves on the [[Monoceros (XC2)|Monoceros]], he concedes that she is still largely the same Blade he knew back then.
   
 
== Heart-to-hearts ==
 
== Heart-to-hearts ==

Revision as of 02:01, 20 May 2020

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For those who have not completed games in the Xenoblade Chronicles series, this page contains spoilers regarding the plot. Discretion is advised.


Brighid (Japanese: カグツチ, Kagutsuchi) is a Special Legendary Blade in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. She is the Jewel of Mor Ardain and the most powerful Blade in the Empire. She can grant tremendous power to her Driver Mòrag and her allies. Brighid uses the fire element, wields Whipswords, and acts as a Tank in battle.

In Torna ~ The Golden Country, Brighid is a special Legendary Blade who can grant tremendous power to her Driver Hugo and their allies.

Personality

Brighid - as expected of the Blade of the Special Inquisitor of Mor Ardain and the Empire's strongest Blade - is a strict, dutiful Blade to Mòrag. She is polite and strong-willed. She is also very wise and is attentive to the demands of both her and Mòrag's station; however, she will defer to Mòrag's decisions in conflicts. She shares a strong friendship and rivalry with Mythra, having recollected her time spent with the Aegis five hundred years ago from her diary. She also expects to be treated with respect, and greatly disapproves of Tora's casual sexism, along with Mythra's initial brute force.

Appearance

Brighid is a beautiful woman with long purple hair that ombrés into blue at its ends. She wears half of it loose down to her thighs and the other half in Chinese-styled buns that are constantly ablaze in blue flame. Her eyes are usually closed, but are revealed to be purple when she opens them, and she has blue flame marks on her forehead above her eyebrows.

She is very tall and has a curvaceous figure accented by her dress; it is deep purple and floor-length but fronted by a transparent chemise. Her arms and legs appear to be covered in blue crystal which resembles the shape and color of her flames. She has a belt on her waist holding a dagger and several orange glow-sticks. Her core crystal is in the shape of a blue tear of flame.

Alternate Costumes

Brighid alts

Crimson Orchid, Jade Orchid, Water Lily

Brighid has three alternate costumes which can be obtained as DLC Aux Cores via Challenge Battle Mode. They are all named after flowers:

Story

As the Jewel of Mor Ardain, Brighid has been used as a Blade for countless years. She also keeps her thoughts in her journal, which is passed down from generation to generation, making her one of the few Blades to have some knowledge of her past lives.

Aegis War

During the Aegis War, Brighid was the Blade of Hugo. Hugo's brother was unable to become a Driver, so Hugo became the Driver of both Aegaeon and Brighid. The Special Inquisitor was to retrieve Brighid's Core Crystal should Hugo fall in battle.

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Brighid attacks Mythra

Hugo traveled to Gormott in attempt to find Malos. Brighid and some Ardainian troops located Addam, Lora, and their Blades, and assume them to be the brigands that destroyed Torigoth. She then challenges the group to a battle. During the battle, she criticizes Mythra's fighting style as sluggish and unrefined and narrowly dodges an attack from Siren. After this, Haze uses her power to restrict Mythra and Brighid, and Hugo and Aegaeon arrive and clear up the misconceptions. Brighid and Mythra then develop a friendly rivalry.

She joins Addam's group alongside her driver Hugo as they travel to the Kingdom of Torna in attempt to stop Malos. She meets Malos for the first time in Auresco's gardens and compliments his formidable appearance. She fights him at the royal gardens and once more at The Soaring Rostrum as Malos attempts to destroy the Tornan Titan. As Mythra defeats Malos, the ensuing attack ends up destroying the Tornan Titan's core. Hugo selflessly shields Addam from the large explosion and dies; with this, Brighid returns to her Core Crystal. Lora later delivers her Core Crystal to the Special Inquisitor.

Torigoth

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Brighid and Mórag

Five centuries later, Brighid is reawakened by Mórag, the new Special Inquisitor.

Brighid is first seen as Captain Padraig fails to subdue Rex and Nia. With her help, Padraig is able to capture Nia and Dromarch, though interference from Tora allows Rex and Pyra to escape. She then meets up with Mòrag, her Driver, and the two interrogate Nia and learn the names of Rex and Pyra. Mòrag then begins spreading false rumors of Nia's execution to lure Rex and Pyra into her hands. Brighid later overhears Dughall's plan to capture the Aegis before Mòrag.

After the party subdues Dughall aboard the Titan Battleship, Mòrag and Brighid challenge them to a battle as they attempt to escape. Though they appear outmatched, Rex and Poppi are able to knock over a water tower, temporarily weakening Brighid and allowing them to escape. Brighid notes that Rex had good instincts, and the two agree to not chase after Rex, sensing their paths would cross again.

Allying with Rex

Mòrag and Brighid later return to Alba Cavanich to meet Emperor Niall and Aegaeon. Niall requests an audience with Rex, and Aegaeon informs the two about Jin hijacking an Ardanian Warship and stealing a large sum of Core Crystals. They also receive word about Senator Roderich's plan to resume excavating Judicium's Titan Weapons in Temperantia.

Rex encounters Mòrag and Brighid once more as Ardainian Soldiers mistake Poppi for Lila. After a brief battle, Niranira reveals that Poppi is not the real culprit; Brighid and her Driver agree on a truce until the true culprit is found. Brighid and Mòrag later appear at Bulge Harbor to assist Rex in fighting off Mikhail and Patroka. Brighid helps surround the members of Torna and introduces Fan la Norne as Goddess of the Praetorium. Brighid and her Driver then join the party as they travel to Indol.

Leftheria and Temperantia

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Brighid consoles Pyra

As they stop in Fonsett Village, Brighid overhears a conversation between Pyra and Corinne where Pyra believes that Rex and all of Alrest would be better off without her. When Zeke challenges the party to a battle, Mòrag and Brighid refuse to partake in the battle, and Mòrag later introduces him as the prince of Tantal. As the party reaches Indol, Brighid shows Pyra her journal and advises that Pyra tell Rex everything instead of keeping him in the dark.

When the party receives word of an Ardainian Titan Weapon firing at Urayan forces in Temperantia, Mòrag and Brighid lead the party in the investigation. They discover Senator Roderich did not order the attack and deduce that it was the work of Jin. They later are able to stop the Titan Weapon, and Indol intervenes before war breaks out between the two nations. After Niall seemingly returns from the dead after Bana's failed assassination attempt, he orders Mòrag and Brighid to accompany Rex on the remainder of his quest, and gives them Aegaeon's Core Crystal.

Land of Morytha

When Rex appears in Anastatia's after having Pyra taken by Torna, he announces that he will leave for Argentum. Once Rex states that Pyra would be better off without him, Brighid slaps Rex and reveals the conversation where Pyra thought it'd be best if she were dead. With the help of Nia and Poppi, they convince Rex to stay and attend a meeting with King Eulogimenos.

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Brighid slaps Rex

After landing in the Land of Morytha, Brighid eventually meets up with Rex, Mythra, and Jin. Using his new power as the Master Driver, Rex temporarily uses Brighid as his Blade until they can reunite with the others. She is hesitant to work with Jin but eventually accepts. She later asks Jin if she is still the same Blade he knew during the Aegis War, to which he replies that it wouldn't matter either way, since the current Brighid is essentially a different person than the Brighid that existed during the War. However, before Jin leaves on the Monoceros, he concedes that she is still largely the same Blade he knew back then.

Heart-to-hearts

Brighid takes part in a great many Heart-to-hearts:

In Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Abilities

Specials

  • Lv.1 - Heat Haze - Spin your weapon round and incinerate enemies within range.
  • Lv.2 - Will-o'-the-Wisp - Blue flames follow the enemy and deal damage.
  • Lv.3 - Swirling Dragon - Swing round your weapon and focus the attack on a single enemy.
  • Lv.4 - Azure III: Soulfire - Engulf the enemy in countless blue flames, reducing them to ashes.

Blade Arts

Battle Skills

  • War Pyre - Increases damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%).
  • Firewalker - Improves evasion when HP is 30% or lower.
  • Dance of the Flames - Adds chance of evading ranged attacks.

Field Skills

  • Fire Mastery - Lv. 3
  • Keen Eye - Lv. 3
  • Mineralogy - Lv.3

Favorite Items

Affinity Chart

Type Name Skill Level Affinity Level Effect Prerequisite Count Flavor Text
Key Affinity Reward 1 1 Affinity Chart level 1 unlocked
2 2 Unlocks level 2 of the Affinity Chart Increase Trust 100 "I have awoken to new possibilities."
3 3 Unlocks level 3 of the Affinity Chart. Affinity bond will be easier to sustain. Increase Trust 1,300 "I'm getting stronger by the day... And acquiring new skills..."
4 4 Unlocks level 4 of the Affinity Chart Increase Trust 3,800 "I must record our journeys together in my journal."
5 5 Unlocks level 5 of the Affinity Chart Increase Trust 8,800 "I'll be able to to unleash my potential now. For that, I must thank you."
Blade Special Heat Haze 1 1 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 60%
2 2 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 70% Deal a certain amount of damage in one hit 800 "My skills are here to make your life easier!"
3 3 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 80% Defeat a Brogen Feris in Temperantia 6 "Hardly a satisfying confrontation. Can we fight something more challenging next time?"
4 4 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 90% Use Heat Haze 12 "If I may say, I think I've added a little more elegance to my skills."
5 5 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 100% Deal a certain amount of damage in one hit 8,000 "I really feel that if we can make it this far, we can accomplish anything!"
Will-o'-the-Wisp 1 1 Increases damage to launched enemies by 100%
2 2 Increases damage to launched enemies by 110% Use Will-o'-the-Wisp 7 "It's fair to say that my skills have improved a little."
3 3 Increases damage to launched enemies by 120% Deal a certain amount of damage in one hit 2,400 "There's some real power behind my techniques now."
4 4 Increases damage to launched enemies by 130% Defeat a Heidl Taos at the Cliffs of Morytha 4 "Do you agree that I've gotten a little stronger of late?"
5 5 Increases damage to launched enemies by 150% Use Will-o'-the-Wisp 10 "We've come a long way. But is it far enough...?"
Swirling Dragon 1 1 Increases damage dealt by 100% when HP is 30% or less.
2 2 Increases damage dealt by 110% when HP is 30% or less. Defeat a Mayn Eluca in Leftheria 5 "That was good practice. But if I'm honest, I think I've fought enough Mayn Elucas now..."
3 3 Increases damage dealt by 120% when HP is 30% or less. Use Swirling Dragon 6 "The power within me burns like fire..."
4 4 Increases damage dealt by 130% when HP is 30% or less. Deal a certain amount of damage in one hit 4,800 "There's nothing diligence can't overcome. Let's keep it up in the battles ahead!"
5 5 Increases damage dealt by 100% when HP is 30% or less. Defeat Epicurean Ligia in Leftheria 1 "Just the right foe for testing the heft of my weapon!"
Battle Skill War Pyre 1 1 Adds 6% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%).
2 2 Adds 7% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Evade an attack 5 "Wonderful! Poetry in motion!"
3 3 Adds 8% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Evade an attack 7 "Let's maintain our pace!"
4 4 Adds 9% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Evade an attack 9 "You may rely on me for support!"
5 5 Adds 10% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Acquire money 300,000 "We should maintain our finances for life's little essentials..."
Firewalker 1 1 Improves evasion by 20% when HP is 30% or lower. Evade an attack 3 "I've become stronger still."
2 2 Improves evasion by 30% when HP is 30% or lower. Raise Affinity in combat 2 "Let me prove my worth."
3 3 Improves evasion by 40% when HP is 30% or lower. Raise Affinity in combat 5 "Friendship is strength."
4 4 Improves evasion by 50% when HP is 30% or lower. View the Heart-to-Heart "Mythra Vs. Brighid" in the Land of Morytha "Truly my journal is my dearest possession."
5 5 Improves evasion by 60% when HP is 30% or lower. Raise the Development Level in each area Level 3 "Do you think they might have new cosmetics available now?"
Dance of the Flames 1 1 Adds 50% chance of evading ranged attacks.
2 2 Adds 60% chance of evading ranged attacks. Perform a Blade Combo 5 "Is it time for a Brighid BBQ?"
3 3 Adds 70% chance of evading ranged attacks. Use Brighid's favorite pouch items (Cosmetics category) 2 "Beauty is not effortless, you know."
4 4 Adds 80% chance of evading ranged attacks. Perform a Blade Combo 10 "Ready yourself! I don't hold back!"
5 5 Adds 90% chance of evading ranged attacks. Spend money at shops (Previous instances count towards total) 1,500,000 "Saving money is admirable. But you still have to spend it to make it meaningful."
Field Skill Fire Mastery 1 1 The power of a Fire Blade.
2 3 Defeat a Hool Arachno in Tantal 5 "The power of flame burns stronger yet."
3 5 Defeat a Spirit Lexos at the World Tree 4 "My flame burns just as bright as Pyra's."
Keen Eye 1 1 The power to see things clearly. Used to notice small changes, etc. Use a Blade Art 3 "I get a new power? Aw, you shouldn't have!"
2 2 Use Brighid's favorite pouch item (Desserts category) 4 "This is delicious... I must note it in my journal."
3 4 Discover landmarks (Previous instances count towards total) 140 "Another new memory..."
Minerology 1 1 Knowledge related to minerals. Acquire Ore items from the Collectibles list 5 "The natural world is dazzling in its variety. Somebody has to show it appreciation..."
2 3 Acquire Ore items from the Collectibles list 25 "Truly, this world is full of many things... The more I know the more fascinated I am."
3 5 Acquire Ore items from the Collectibles list 30 "Perhaps my knowledge will be of use now."

Battle

Brighid is fought as a Blade boss at level 10 in the Torigoth's Obra Street of the Gormott Province, she is assisted by Captain Padraig.

Resistances

Break 0% Smash 0%
Topple 0% Blowdown 0%
Launch 0% Knockback 0%


Arts

Art Type Element Hits Range Damage Ratio Reaction Effect
Auto-Attack Physical - 3 One Target 180 - -
Heat Haze Ether - 4 Circle 280 - -
Will-o'-the-Wisp Ether Fire 16 Front 360 - -
Swirling Dragon Physical - 11 One target 800 - -


In Torna ~ The Golden Country

Arts

Vanguard Arts

Rear Guard Arts

Abilities

Specials

  • Lv. 1 - Wheel of Penance - Slash at the enemy with flames, cast while revolving relentlessly.
  • Lv. 2 - Twin Serpents - A blindingly fast series of cuts, followed by an unstoppable cross-slash.
  • Lv. 3 - Beltane Blade - Spin sideways, slashing the enemy, then immolate them with azure flame.
  • Lv. 4 - Soulfire - Lead with a few slashes, then immolate the foe with countless flaming missiles.

Battle Skills

  • War Pyre - Adds 6% to 10% to damage dealt for each attack evaded (max: 250%).
  • Firewalker - Improves evasion by 20% to 60% when HP is 30% or lower.
  • Dance of the Flames - Adds 50% to 90% chance of evading ranged attacks.

Field Skills

  • Botany - Lv. 3
  • Lockpicking - Lv. 3

Favourite Items

Affinity Chart

Type Name Skill Level Affinity Level Effect Prerequisite Count Flavor Text
Key Affinity Reward 1 1 Affinity Chart level 1 unlocked
2 2 Unlocks level 2 of the Affinity Chart Increase Trust 30 "The Jewel of Mor Ardain shines ever brighter."
3 3 Unlocks level 3 of the Affinity Chart. Affinity bond will be easier to sustain. Increase Trust 500 "For my Emperor."
4 4 Unlocks level 4 of the Affinity Chart Increase Trust 1,750 "Keeping His Majesty safe is my unalterable destiny."
5 5 Unlocks level 5 of the Affinity Chart Increase Trust 4,500 "Doing battle alongside my liege warms my heart immensely."
Blade Special Wheel of Penance 1 1 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 60%
2 2 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by by 70% Use Wheel of Penance 5 "A little discipline goes a long way."
3 3 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 80% Defeat a Anbu Vang at Aletta's Ossum Magnum in Torna, etc. 3 "Kindling for my flames."
4 4 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 90% Use Wheel of Penance 20 "All thanks to His Majesty, to be sure."
5 5 Increases aggro drawn from Specials by 100% Defeat a Ventts Ropl in the Streamsand Corridor in Torna, etc. 2 "Wheel of Penance... Impeccable."
Twin Serpents 1 1 Increases damage dealt by 100% when HP is 30% or less
2 2 Increases damage dealt by 110% when HP is 30% or less Defeat a Slade Eks on Wrackham Moor in Torna, etc. 2 "You'd do well to fear it."
3 3 Increases damage dealt by 120% when HP is 30% or less Use Twin Serpents 10 "I cannot bear to lose to the Aegis..."
4 4 Increases damage dealt by 130% when HP is 30% or less Defeat a Gneo Ropl on Valafum Hill in Gormott, etc. 2 "Show respect to the Emperor, or die."
5 5 Increases damage dealt by 150% when HP is 30% or less Use Twin Serpents 30 "My life for the Emperor."
Beltane Blade 1 1 Increases damage dealt from the front by 60%
2 2 Increases damage dealt from the front by 70% Use Beltane Blade 2 "I must be stronger than this..."
3 3 Increases damage dealt from the front by 80% Defeat a Dormine Brog at Lake Sarleigh in Torna, etc. 2 "Disgusting... We did the right thing."
4 4 Increases damage dealt from the front by 90% Use Beltane Blade 10 "You haven't seen anything yet..."
5 5 Increases damage dealt from the front by 100% Defeat a Maramal Piranhax at Coolley Lake in Gormott, etc. 3 "Mythra isn't fit to tie my sandals..."
Battle Skill War Pyre 1 1 Adds 6% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Defeat a Dominal Flamii on Lyanne Meadow in Gormott, etc. 4 "Ever your devoted subject, Majesty."
2 2 Adds 7% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Evade an attack 10 "My usefulness is the stuff of legends."
3 3 Adds 8% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Deal a certain amount of total damage 200,000 "All my power is to protect you, Sire."
4 4 Adds 9% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Block an attack 40 "You will not touch His Majesty, not as long as I draw breath."
5 5 Adds 10% to damage dealt for each attack Driver evades (max: 250%). Perform a Blade Combo finisher 10 "Watch out, Aegaeon. I'm gaining on you."
Firewalker 1 1 Improves evasion by 20% when HP is 30% or lower.
2 2 Improves evasion by 30% when HP is 30% or lower. Revive a fallen ally 1 "If I could grow stronger still..."
3 3 Improves evasion by 40% when HP is 30% or lower. Evade an attack 50 "To win, you need but establish an early advantage, then retain it."
4 4 Improves evasion by 50% when HP is 30% or lower. Receive a certain amount of total damage 70,000 "Though my body may crumble, my will shall remain intact."
5 5 Improves evasion by 60% when HP is 30% or lower. Make every item that Brighid can craft 10 "A memorable day indeed."
Dance of the Flames 1 1 Adds 50% chance of evading ranged attacks.
2 2 Adds 60% chance of evading ranged attacks. Receive a certain amount of total damage 20,000 "If by taking these blows I have eased His Majesty's burden, it was worth it."
3 3 Adds 70% chance of evading ranged attacks. Block an attack 20 "Your Majesty, are you all right?"
4 4 Adds 80% chance of evading ranged attacks. Evade an attack (Previous instances count toward total) 75 "'Tis the surest way to keep His Majesty from harm."
5 5 Adds 90% chance of evading ranged attacks. Overkill a monster using a Chain Attack 15 "With teamwork, we can do anything."
Field Skill Botany 1 1 Knowledge related to plants and veggies. Mainly helps gather on plains Collect items 20 "I hope it'll be of use."
2 3 Use Brighid's favorite pouch item, Gormotti Sashimi Plate. 1 "I'm touched... I must note it down."
3 5 Discover landmarks (Previous instances count toward total) 34 "We've traveled far and wide, have we not? Truly my horizons are broadened."
Lockpicking 1 1 The power to open various things. Mostly useful for treasure troves
2 2 Open treasure troves (Previous instances count toward total) 50 "Majesty, we may share it with the group if you deem it expedient."
3 4 Open treasure troves (Previous instances count towards total) 125 "No lock can withstand the power of Brighid!"

Battle

Brighid is fought as a boss at level 14 in the Torigoth Cemetery of Gormott; she is assisted by two Ardainian Scouts.

As with all story exclusive enemies in TTGC, Brighid drops no items, only gold.

Quotes

Unique Battle Dialogue

Etymologies

  • Her English name may refer to Brighid, a goddess of the pre-Christian Ireland. She is a member of the Tuatha Dé Danann in the Irish mythology. She is associated with the spring, fertility, healing, poetry, smithcraft, fire, and the hearth. Brighid may also refer to Saint Brigid, one of Ireland's patron saints.
  • Her Japanese name alludes to Kagu-tsuchi, the Shinto god of flames from whose body eight volcanoes of Japan were created in the Japanese mythology. Kagutsuchi was the patron deity of blacksmiths and ceramic workers.

Trivia

Gallery

Artwork

Screenshots

Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Torna ~ The Golden Country