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Aegaeon

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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.


Aegaeon (Japanese: ワダツミ, Wadatsumi) is a Special Legendary Blade in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. He can grant tremendous power to his Driver, Emperor Niall, who eventually grants Mòrag Aegaeon's Core Crystal after deciding he is unfit to be a Driver. Aegaeon uses the water element, wields a Chroma Katana, and acts as a Tank in battle.

In Torna ~ The Golden Country, Aegaeon is a Blade who can grant tremendous power to his Driver Hugo and his allies.

Aegaeon was designed by Yūsuke Kozaki, who is best known as the character designer for Fire Emblem Awakening and Fire Emblem Fates.

Personality

Aegaeon is a quiet and steadfast Blade who acts as the emperor's shield and consul. He is reserved but swift to execute his Driver's will, and has acted in the interests of the royal family of Mor Ardain for at least 500 years.

Appearance

Aegaeon bears passing resemblance to a common blade, with black skin, white armor and blue energy lines across his body. Aegaeon has a pointed helmet, a white coat and boots, and blue tubes presumably of liquid from his head and knees.

Story

Like Brighid, Aegaeon is passed down from generation to generation of the Ardainian royal family. He also keeps a journal chronicling his past, although it is mentioned only in passing in the quest Farewell, Good Friend.

Aegis War

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During the Aegis War, Aegaeon was the Blade of Emperor Hugo. Hugo's brother was unable to become a Driver, and thus Hugo became the Driver of both Brighid and Aegaeon. Should Hugo fall in battle, the Special Inquisitor was to retrieve Aegaeon and Brighid's Core Crystals.

Aegaeon arrived at Torigoth alongside Hugo and the Special Inquisitor to end the battle between Brighid and Addam's crew. Aegaeon then suggested that the group head to the imperial flagship to discuss their next path forward, but Haze and Lora stayed behind in Torigoth Village. While on the ship, Aegaeon briefly left to investigate a loud noise from outside. He later reported that the returning soldiers had mentioned a mysterious group of mercenaries heading towards Torigoth, and Jin rushed back to Lora's aid. After the group dealt with Gort and his mercenaries, they all headed back onto the flagship. Hugo reported that Addam's militia was taken over by the Kingdom of Uraya, and Aegaeon confirmed the militia to be traveling to the Kingdom of Torna. Addam then asked Aegaeon to communicate to his militia to meet him in Aletta.

As the group arrived in Aletta, Aegaeon noted how Addam was far more popular than should be expected for someone fourth in line to the throne. He joined Addam in his fight against Malos alongside his Driver, Hugo. After Malos claimed to wait until the group met him at the Tornan Titan's core, Aegaeon wondered if Malos could be trusted on his statement. After Hugo sacrificed himself to shield Addam from the core's explosion, Aegaeon returned to his Core Crystal. Lora later gave his and Brighid's Cores back to the Special Inquisitor.

Emperor Niall

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500 years later, Aegaeon had become the Blade of Emperor Niall. He acts more as an advisor to the Emperor rather than his partner in combat, and is first seen reporting to Mòrag and Brighid on Jin's attack upon an Ardainian vessel carrying a large shipment of Core Crystals to Indol. He later attends the Ruler's Congress in Indol with Niall. As Giga Rosa is defeated and Bana attempts to use her self-destruct feature, Aegaeon protects the party by forming a protective shield around them. Niall, however, runs out of the shield trying to take the device from Bana, resulting in him being fatally injured. Aegaeon then returns to his Core Crystal, and Niall is resurrected with the help of Nia. After returning to Alba Cavanich, Niall gifts Mòrag with Aegaeon's Core Crystal declaring himself unfit to be a Driver. Aegaeon can only be re-awakened by Mòrag.

Heart-to-heart and Blade Quest

Aegaeon's Heart-to-heart, "At the Seat of Power", takes place in the Throne Room of Hardhaigh Palace between Aegaeon and Brighid. It is the only Blade Heart-to-heart to exclude that Blade's Driver. In it he and Brighid discuss Aegaeon's past as Emperor Niall's Blade and that Niall has forbidden Aegaeon from learning about this past. Aegaeon is ashamed of this and believes it due to his failure to protect Niall, but Brighid reassures him that the Emperor values him highly and that she looks forward to working with him as a future Emperor's Blade.

Due to his importance in the main plot, Aegaeon does not have a Blade Quest.

In Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Abilities

Blade Specials

  • Lv. 1 - Water Moon - Gather ether in the Chroma Katana and release it as you draw the blade.
  • Lv. 2 - Breaking Wave - Use a flying kick to dissolve the enemy's composure then tear them up.
  • Lv. 3 - Midnight Mist - Perform a series of quick draw slashes the moment you engage the enemy.
  • Lv. 4 - Sea God's Tidal Wave - Sharpen senses and unleash a series of fierce strikes.

Blade Arts

Battle Skills

  • Serene Heart - After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 10-18 seconds.
  • Like Water - Improves evasion by 20-60% while moving.
  • Enlightenment - Improves evasion by 20-60% when HP is 30% or lower.

Field Skills

  • Water Mastery - Lv. 3
  • Ancient Wisdom - Lv. 3
  • Leaping - Lv. 3

Favorite Items

Affinity Chart

Type Name Skill Level Affinity Level Effect Prerequisite Count Flavor Text
Key Affinity Reward 1 1 Unlocks level 1 of the Affinity Chart.
2 2 Unlocks level 2 of the Affinity Chart. Increase Trust. 100 "I feel like I understand you a little better now."
3 3 Unlocks level 3 of the Affinity Chart. Increase Trust. 1,300 "I see only good things ahead for our partnership."
4 4 Unlocks level 4 of the Affinity Chart. Increase Trust. 3,800 "You may just become the greatest partner I could hope for."
5 5 Unlocks level 5 of the Affinity Chart. Affinity bond will be easier to sustain. Increase Trust. 9,800 "I could not ask for a greater partner than you."
Blade Special Water Moon 1 1 Adds a 60% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack.
2 2 Adds a 70% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Perform a Blade Combo. 5 "My techniques are not without merit, would you not agree?"
3 3 Adds a 80% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Perform a Blade Combo. 7 "I will test this new power in our next enemy encounter."
4 4 Adds a 90% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Perform a Blade Combo. 10 "My skills have become sharper. I look forward to having the chance to demonstrate them."
5 5 Adds a 100% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Perform a Blade Combo finisher. 3 "Did you see my torrent of water? I thought it was quite splendid."
Breaking Wave 1 1 Increases critical damage by 25%.
2 2 Increases critical damage by 40%. Defeat a Fresh Rodonya in Tantal. 6 "There is no greater form of training than real combat. I feel my strength has grown."
3 3 Increases critical damage by 55%. Use Breaking Wave. 8 "Repetition is an important aspect of any training regimen."
4 4 Increases critical damage by 70%. Perform a Driver Combo. (It's enough to just be present.) 10 "Your techniques give me inspiration. Perhaps next I will demonstrate some of my own."
5 5 Increases critical damage by 85%. Use Breaking Wave. 10 "I feel I may have mastered this particular technique."
Midnight Mist 1 1 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 60%.
2 2 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 70%. Perform a Driver Combo. (It's enough to just be present.) 5 "Your remarkable technique spurs me to better my own. You will see what I mean in our next battle."
3 3 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 80%. Use Midnight Mist. 6 "The more I exercise this technique, the stronger it becomes. I look forward to testing it out in our next battle!"
4 4 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 90%. Defeat a Heidl Taos at the Cliffs of Morytha. 4 "I am not fond of these Heidl Taos. But I feel I am growing better at fighting them."
5 5 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 100%. Defeat Machine-Gun Julio at the Cliffs of Morytha. ※ "This was a fearsome enemy indeed. But we were the stronger in the end!"
Battle Skill Serene Heart 1 1 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 10 seconds.
2 2 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 12 seconds. Raise Affinity in combat. 2 "The bond we share gives me strength. Let us keep working together as a team."
3 3 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 14 seconds. Raise the Dev Level of Mor Ardain. Level 5 "Do you think the city will flourish and become more lively from now on?"
4 4 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 16 seconds. In the audience chamber in Mor Ardain, view the Heart-to-Heart "At the Seat of Power". "Working for the good of Alrest... I will do all that I can to make that vision a reality."
5 5 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 18 seconds. Raise Affinity in combat. 7 "Leave the support to me."
Like Water 1 1 Improves evasion by 20% while moving.
2 2 Improves evasion by 30% while moving. Evade an attack. 5 "You are quite nimble."
3 3 Improves evasion by 40% while moving. Evade an attack. 7 "When dodging attacks, footwork is of the utmost importance."
4 4 Improves evasion by 50% while moving. Evade an attack. 9 Your dodging skills seem quite sufficient. I feel safe in the knowledge you will be out of harm's way."
5 5 Improves evasion by 60% while moving. Evade an attack. 10 "Your speed frankly astounds me."
Enlightenment 1 1 Improves evasion by 20% when HP is 30% or lower. Block an attack. 2 "I seem to have gained new strength."
2 2 Improves evasion by 30% when HP is 30% or lower. Block an attack. 5 "Blocking too can be an important skill."
3 3 Improves evasion by 40% when HP is 30% or lower. Block an attack. 7 "If an attack is too difficult to dodge, blocking can be the wisest choice."
4 4 Improves evasion by 50% when HP is 30% or lower. Block an attack. 9 "Blocking and evading...both skills are indispensable to a seasoned warrior."
5 5 Improves evasion by 60% when HP is 30% or lower. Block an attack. 10 "You can trust me to guard your back."
Field Skill Water Mastery 1 1 The power of a Water Blade.
2 2 Defeat a Moist Upa at Spirit Crucible Elpys. 5 "Has my talent with water increased?"
3 4 Defeat a Bagoan Sovereign in the Land of Morytha. 5 "My water powers are growing stronger. I feel confident in my ability to handle most water-related tasks."
Ancient Wisdom 1 1 Knowledge of ancient civilizations. Used to decode writing, etc. Acquire Insect items from the Collectibles list. 5 "Insects are fascinating, wouldn't you agree? I wonder what kind of habitat this one's from..."
2 2 Acquire Insect items from the Collectibles list. 25 "Insects are like a window into the dim and distant past..."
3 4 Acquire Insect items from the Collectibles list. 30 "I'm becoming quite the scholar... I hope this will benefit you all."
Leaping 1 1 The power to jump. Used to reach high places.
2 2 Use Aegaeon's favorite pouch item from the Staple Foods category. 4 "Fondant Rice Cakes have the most exquisite texture. I feel like eating such tasty food boosts my strength, as well!"
3 4 Use Aegaeon's favorite pouch item from the Art category. 2 "I find myself collecting these Montecoran Dolls without even meaning to. Do you collect anything?"
※ In the early versions of the game, the Affinity Chart incorrectly lists Machine-Gun Julio's location as Tantal instead of Cliffs of Morytha.

In Torna ~ The Golden Country

Arts

Vanguard Arts

Rear Guard Arts

Abilities

Specials

  • Lv. 1 - Cascade Smash - Slash against the enemy, then follow up with a series of aerial kicks.
  • Lv. 2 - Roiling Tide - Forge ahead with sword strikes backed up by waves of water ether energy.
  • Lv. 3 - Hundred-Year Wave - Shoot energy waves from your sword, then conclude with an overhead strike.
  • Lv. 4 - Sea God's Tidal Wave - Slice and dice the enemy, then cleave them with one final rapid blow.

Battle Skills

  • Serene Heart - After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 10-18 seconds.
  • Like Water - Improves evasion by 20-60% while moving.
  • Enlightenment - Improves evasion by 20-60% when HP is 30% or lower.

Field Skills

  • Ichthyology - Lv. 3
  • Command Water - Lv. 3
  • Superstrength - Lv. 3

Favorite Items

Crafting

Aegaeon's Refined Cuisine

At Campsites, Aegaeon can craft food Pouch items from Collectibles. Aegaeon's Refined Cuisine allows him to create:

Affinity Chart

Completing Aegaeon's Affinity Chart will reward an Ultimate Weaponry and an Affinity MAX Evade VI Aux Core.

Type Name Skill Level Affinity Level Effect Prerequisite Count Flavor Text
Key Affinity Reward 1 1 Unlocks level 1 of the Affinity Chart.
2 2 Unlocks level 2 of the Affinity Chart. Increase Trust. 30 "For Ardainian honor."
3 3 Unlocks level 3 of the Affinity Chart. Affinity bond will be easier to sustain. Increase Trust. 250 "Majesty, you can rely on me."
4 4 Unlocks level 4 of the Affinity Chart. Increase Trust. 1,500 "I guard you with my life, Majesty."
5 5 Unlocks level 5 of the Affinity Chart. Increase Trust. 4,500 "I will stay by your side forever."
Blade Special Cascade Smash 1 1 Increases damage dealt toppled enemies by 100%.
2 2 Increases damage dealt to toppled enemies by 110%. Use Cascade Smash. 5 "Inexorable progress..."
3 3 Increases damage dealt to toppled enemies by 120%. Defeat a Sable Volff on Golden Twin Mesa in Torna, etc. 4 "Cascade Smash is now stronger."
4 4 Increases damage dealt to toppled enemies by 130%. Use Cascade Smash. 20 "Brighid, you will not outperform me."
5 5 Increases damage dealt to toppled enemies by 150%. Defeat a Zafirah Crustip at Lake Wynn in Torna, etc. 2 "Cascade Smash is now unstoppable."
Roiling Tide 1 1 Adds a 60% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack.
2 2 Adds a 70% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Defeat a Aurea Ardun near Wrackham Moor in Torna, etc. 1 "A welcome test of my skill."
3 3 Adds a 80% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Use Roiling Tide. 10 "I feel I can take it further..."
4 4 Adds a 90% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Defeat a Astor Flier in the Hoary Weald in Gormott, etc. 3 "For the Emperor's sake, I fight."
5 5 Adds a 100% chance of dealing a guard-annulling attack. Use Roiling Tide. 30 "Your Majesty, put your trust in me."
Hundred-Year Wave 1 1 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 60%.
2 2 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 70%. Raise Affinity in combat. 5 "The Hundred-Year Wave is a work in progress..."
3 3 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 80%. Defeat a Dread Caterpile at Valafum Hill in Gormott, etc. 2 "We learn from each other, Brighid."
4 4 Increases damage dealt to enemies targeting user by 90%. Use Hundred-Year Wave. 10 "Its power will wash away our foes."
5 5 Increases damage dealt to higher-level enemies by 100%. Defeat a Oone Ekidno at Lake Wynn in Torna, etc. 2 ""My blade is keener and keener..."
Battle Skill Serene Heart 1 1 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 10 seconds.
2 2 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 12 seconds. Finish an enemy. 5 "You will not shadow my liege's path."
3 3 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 14 seconds. Evade an attack. 30 "Your Majesty... I hope you were watching."
4 4 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 16 seconds. Raise Affinity in combat. 10 "Calm heart..."
5 5 After achieving max Affinity in combat, evade enemy attacks for 18 seconds. Block an attack. 50 "No power in Alrest could lead me astray."
Like Water 1 1 Improves evasion by 20% while moving.
2 2 Improves evasion by 30% while moving. Use Specials to participate in a Chain Attack. 3 "Excellent follow-up, Your Majesty..."
3 3 Improves evasion by 40% while moving. Receive a certain amount of total damage. 50,000 "I must be His Majesty's shield..."
4 4 Improves evasion by 50% while moving. Finish an enemy. 10 "I will not suffer you to make light of His Majesty."
5 5 Improves evasion by 60% while moving. Make every item that Aegaeon can craft. (Previous instances count toward total.) 14 "It pleases me to have pleased you all."
Enlightenment 1 1 Improves evasion by 20% when HP is 30% or lower. Defeat a Celsars Taos in the Serene Springside in Gormott, etc. 1 "I feel sturdier now."
2 2 Improves evasion by 30% when HP is 30% or lower. Evade an attack. 15 "I saw them coming from a mile away."
3 3 Improves evasion by 40% when HP is 30% or lower. Help an incapacitated ally. 3 "I only did what I had to."
4 4 Improves evasion by 50% when HP is 30% or lower. Defeat a unique monster. (Each kind counts only once.) (Previous instances count toward total.) 4 "Through my striving, I have learned something new about myself."
5 5 Improves evasion by 60% when HP is 30% or lower. Use Specials to participate in a Chain Attack. 20 "When all our powers combine, 'tis a fearsome sight to behold..."
Field Skill Ichthyology 1 1 Knowledge related to fish. Mainly helps gather items by the water. Collect stuff. 10 "Water provides sustenance, and I am expert on water."
2 2 Use Aegaeon's crafting skill. (Previous instances count toward total.) 10 "The circle of life continues..."
3 5 Discover a location. (Previous instances count toward total.) 45 "If we stay together, we may yet see all that Alrest has to offer."
Command Water 1 1 The power to control water. Has to be used in specific places to work.
2 3 Swim a lot. (Previous instances count toward total.) 500 "My affinity with water deepens."
3 4 Fall from a high place. (unit in peds). 130 "Water has many uses... Wouldn't you agree?"
Superstrength 1 1 Extraordinary physical strength. Used to break things, lift them up, etc.
2 3 Use Aegaeon's favorite pouch item, Farsighted Talisman. 1 "Majesty... I am at a loss for words..."
3 5 Get money. (Previous instances count toward total.) 500,000 "That's quite an unwieldy sum to carry around..."

Quotes

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Post-Battle Dialogue

Main Cast
Aegaeon Aegaeon "When a Driver is struck, their strength must ring out like a bell."

Pyra Pyra "And that strength becomes our strength!"

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Mythra... You may find that a little tranquility can go a long way."

Mythra Mythra "How dare you! I'm the very picture of calm!"

Aegaeon Aegaeon "With you, me, and Brighid, the Empire has nothing to fear!"

Mòrag Mòrag "I wholly agree. Let us go forth to bring peace not only to the Empire, but to all races."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "From what I recall, we have fought side by side in the past."

Brighid Brighid "The fate of the world hangs on this journey. We must make Mor Ardain proud."

Rare Blades
Godfrey Godfrey ※"俺の力とワダツミの技 向かうとこ 敵 無しだな! これからも頼むぜ 相棒!"
"My strength and Aegaeon's technique... there's no enemy we can't face! I'll keep counting on you partner!"

Aegaeon Aegaeon ※"相棒 か… 悪くない響きだね こちらこそよろしく 相棒!"
"Partner huh? ...that doesn't sound bad. I'm also counting on you, partner!"

※: This conversation only appears in the Japanese version of the game.

Perceval Perceval "Hardly worth dirtying my weapon."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "If you want me to take the next batch, you need but ask."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "That's some deft swordplay, Theory!"

Theory Theory "I am faster, but you are stronger. Your praise is unjustified."

Torna ~ The Golden Country Post-Battle Dialogue

Haze Haze "Master Aegaeon is a… finely sculpted Blade, isn't he?"

Lora Lora "He's got a very estable core, doesn't he? He must have incredible balance. And that form!"

Aegaeon Aegaeon "I would… appreciate it if you could stop staring, now. You're making me blush."

Lora Lora "How are you managing there, Hugo? Not too tiring for you?"

Hugo_(TTGC) Hugo "Hm? No, I'm quite alright. It will take more than this level of fighting to put me down."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Uh… Beg pardon, Lady Lora, but worrying about His Majesty's well-being is part of MY responsibilities."

Lora Lora "My hair has really been getting in the way whenever I fight. Time for the fringe to go."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "A good idea. 'twould help bring out your beautiful eyes."

Lora Lora "Oh, you think so? Well, thanks, I suppose."

Lora Lora "I don't know how long it will take. But eventually, I want to be strong enough to protect all of you."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "I feel the same, Lora. Let us strive toward this goal together."

Lora Lora "Thank you Aegaeon. I'm glad to have you with us."

Jin Jin "It looks like I'm on dinner duty tonight. Does any-"

Mythra Mythra "Oh, desserts! I demand it!"

Aegaeon Aegaeon "I too would appreciate something sweet."

Jin Jin "That's not dinner. Try again."

Jin Jin "It looks like I'm on dinner duty tonight. Does anyone have any requests?"

Hugo_(TTGC) Hugo "Whatever we have the ingredients for."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Anything you make would be a feast, I'm sure."

Jin Jin "Those might be the least helpful answers yet."

Minoth Minoth "Jin, Aegaeon! Shouldn't you be happier about our victories?"

Jin Jin "Ha."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Hm…"

Minoth Minoth "Oh boy."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Your swordsmanship is an inspiration to me, Jin. 'tis a marvel to behold."

Jin Jin "I simply removed all that was surplus."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Oh… I see that attitude extend to your words, too."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "You look tired, Haze. Here. Just don't tell anyone."

Haze Haze "Are those sweets? Oh Aegaeon, how can I ever repay you?"

Addam Addam "Aegaeon! You scallywag."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Such beauty… Were Haze but not a Blade, she could easily become His Majesty's consort."

Haze Haze "Uh? What was that you said, Master Aegaeon?"

Addam Addam "Aegaeon. If you don't mind my saying, aren't you being a little overprotective of Hugo?"

Aegaeon Aegaeon "The bonds tying me to His Majesty are stronger than anything in this world. I could never leave his side, not for any reason, ever."

Mythra Mythra "I think "overprotective" might be an understatement."

Mythra Mythra "Aegaeon. Important question. Who do you think is stronger, me, or Brighid?"

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Hm… You put so much stock in external displays of power, do you."

Mythra Mythra "What do you mean? Strength is strength, right? Right?!"

Minoth Minoth "The bond between driver and Blade is some powerful stuff."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "I would gladly excel at any chores His Majesty would entrust me with."

Hugo_(TTGC) Hugo "Is… that what we're calling a bond now?"

Minoth Minoth "Aegaeon, you and your teammates are great at teamwork."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Thank you, Master Minoth. You and your companions also moved as one."

Minoth Minoth "You- wha- Please tell me you're kidding."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Your Majesty, I congratulate you on your rousing success."

Hugo_(TTGC) Hugo "If I have succeeded, it is only because I fight shoulder to shoulder with the greatest heroes I have ever known."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Your Majesty..! You're so… modest."

Hugo_(TTGC) Hugo "Aegaeon… Are… Are those, tears?"

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Your Majesty, I implore you not to overdo it."

Hugo_(TTGC) Hugo "Your advice is appreciated. But if I do not push my body, it will only grow weak."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "But that is precisely why. If you suddenly start exerting yourself now, your unprepared joints may suffer under the stress."

Hugo_(TTGC) Hugo "I said I would push myself, Aegaeon, not try to… deadlift a Jagron."

Condition: After Lora becomes a knight of Torna
Aegaeon Aegaeon "Minoth, did you see the way His Majesty prevailed in the last fight? Wasn't it quite… magnificent?"

Minoth Minoth "Hm, yeah, I suppose it was."

Aegaeon Aegaeon "Well, in that case…"

Minoth Minoth "In that case why don't I make him the protagonist of one of my plays, yes? Sure thing. I'll consider it. At least."

Etymology

His name may be a reference to one of the Hecatoncheires, three Giants of the Greek mythology. In fact, if he's made the leader of a team in Merc Missions, the name of his group is the Hecatonics, which may be also be a reference to the Hecatoncheires themselves. His Japanese name may be a reference to Watatsumi (綿津見, わたつみ), more commonly known as Kaishin (海神, かいしん), a Shinto deity of water in the Japanese mythology. He sometimes referred to Poseidon or Neptune.

Trivia

  • Aegaeon and Dromarch are the only Legendary Blades without a unique weapon class. Coincidentally, they are both water element blades with access to Ancient Wisdom and Water Mastery and are the only male Legendary Blades.
  • Outside of New Game Plus, Aegaeon and Roc are the only Legendary Blades that can be sent away on Merc Missions and the only ones that can be freely disengaged from the party. They are also the only Legendary Blades that are obtained through bonding with Core Crystals. They are also the only Legendary Blades in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 to not appear in Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Future Redeemed or Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in any way. However, unlike Roc, Aegaeon appears in Pyra and Mythra's fighter reveal trailer for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, appearing alongside Niall. They are also the only Legendary Blades to not receive any DLC Alternate Costumes.
  • Both Nia and Zeke have voicelines for switching to Aegaeon in battle, despite not being able to engage him. Despite this, if one edits the Blade table and sets Aegaeon to be freely engageable on any driver, he works flawlessly, including his Level 4 special, in contrast to Dromarch, who will cause the game to softlock if anyone other than Nia or Rex uses Dark Maelstrom.
  • Aegaeon is the only Legendary Blade in Xenoblade Chronicles 2 to not have a Nintendo Switch Online profile icon element dedicated to him.
  • Aegaeon's interaction with Godfrey is very likely in reference to Mobile Suit Gundam's legendary rivals Char Aznable and Amuro Ray, who are also voiced by Shūichi Ikeda and Tōru Furuya respectively.

Gallery

Characters in Xenoblade Chronicles 2
Playable Characters Rex · Nia · Tora · Vandham · Mòrag · Zeke
Legendary Blades Pyra · Mythra · Pneuma · Dromarch · Poppi α, QT, QTπ · Roc · Brighid · Pandoria · Aegaeon
Supporting Characters Addam · Amalthus · Architect · Azurda · Bana · Cole · Corinne · Eulogimenos · Fan la Norne · Lila · Niall · Niranira · Raqura · Tatazo · Turters
Torna Jin · Malos · Sever · Akhos · Obrona · Mikhail · Cressidus · Patroka · Perdido
Dagas · Newt · Crossette
Gorg · Praxis · Sheba
Godfrey · Theory · Ursula · Perun · Dahlia
Adenine · Boreas · Finch · Zenobia · Fiora
Wulfric · Agate · Floren · Nim
Electra · Kora · Herald · Vess
KOS-MOS · Poppibuster · Corvin · Shulk
Azami · Vale · Perceval · Kasandra · T-elos · Elma
Characters in Torna ~ The Golden Country
Playable Drivers Lora · Addam · Hugo
Blades Jin · Haze · Mythra · Minoth · Brighid · Aegaeon
Supporting Characters Amalthus · Azurda · Mikhail · Milton · Tornan King · Zettar · Rhadallis · Baltrich · Stannif
Antagonists Gort · Malos