Fire Emblem: Threads of Fate features over 50 playable characters, the largest roster in the series. Depending on the story route chosen by the player, recruitment conditions for certain characters will vary.
A few hours into the game, regardless of the initial route chosen, players can freely explore the streets of Dagsion. Red dots on the map represent interactive characters, most of whom can join the player's party.
As chapters progress, new characters will appear on the streets. Players can interact with them one by one in each chapter and decide whom to recruit based on their team's needs.
After selecting a target, players must first give them a gift and can then invite them to a restaurant or theater to strengthen their support relationship. Meeting the required relationship level is one of the necessary conditions for recruitment.
Since story routes alter specific requirements, the same character may have different recruitment methods depending on the route. Players looking to expand their roster should keep an eye on new faces appearing in each chapter and their corresponding relationship conditions.