Also included in Fire Emblem Echoes are a number of antagonists that will stand in the way of both Alm and Celica, usually needing to be fought against in the process. There are a total number of fourteen villains that will cross both Alm and Celica on their individual paths, including Slayde, Desaix, Fernand, Berkut, Rinea, Barth, Grieth, Garth, Sonya, Deen, Tatarrah, Dolth, and Nuibaba. Some of these villains might even ultimately end up joining you along your journey, being able to be recruited to help in your efforts.