In , "The Branded Swordsman" is a puzzle hint found in the Sacred Land (The Dark Realm) within the World of Light adventure mode . This hint is the key to unlocking the fighter Chrom from the Fire Emblem series. How to Unlock the Branded Swordsman (Chrom)
You can find more detailed visual walkthroughs of this area on the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Wiki or via specialized guides on GameFAQs .
: Look for a treasure chest in the Lost Woods that appears to be already open. 1 : The Branded Swordsman
: Follow this new path to reach the Chrom spirit/fighter encounter. Defeating him will unlock him for your roster in World of Light and other modes. Additional Locations in the Sacred Land
: To the west, a puzzle involving torches arranged like a clock unlocks Young Link and Cloud . In , "The Branded Swordsman" is a puzzle
To find and unlock Chrom , follow these steps in the section of the Sacred Land:
: Find the owl statue in the top-right area of the Lost Woods. It will provide the message: "The forest treasure is the path to the branded swordsman" . Ultimate Wiki or via specialized guides on GameFAQs
: Located in the center of the Sacred Land; pulling it is often a prerequisite or milestone for exploring the deeper woods.