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'''Kiba Windamier''' (キバ ・ウィンダミア, ''Kiba Windamia'') is a character in [[Suikoden II]]. Kiba serves as the general of the 3rd [[Highland Army]], aided by his son and adjutant, [[Klaus Windamier|Klaus]].
'''Kiba Windamier''' (キバ ・ウィンダミア, ''Kiba Windamia'') is a character in [[Suikoden II]]. Kiba serves as the distinguished general of the 3rd [[Highland Army]], aided by his son and adjutant, [[Klaus Windamier|Klaus]].


==History==
Though deeply devoted to [[Highland Kingdom|Highland]], he faces difficult choices as the tides of war shift, ultimately shaping his legacy as both a warrior and a leader.
{{Quote| To lead, you must first die in your mind. Let go of life, and embrace it!!! | Kiba Windamier}}
 
==Profile==
===Appearance===
[[File:Kiba (CS card art CS2-137).png|left|220px]]
In [[Suikoden II]], Kiba Windamier is a middle-aged man with brown eyes. He is naturally bald with a well-groomed blond mustache and beard and large eyebrows.
 
His attire consisted of a full suit of silver plate armor with black underclothes, designed with segmented plates for mobility, as well as a red cape, fastened at the shoulders. In [[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork, he is also depicted wearing chain mail underneath his plate armor.
 
Additionally, he wore a red scarf around his neck, a brown belt with a golden buckle, and a [[Highland Kingdom]] crest on the left side of his chest plate, signifying his patriotism. He also donned black gloves, black trousers under his armor, and sturdy black boots, completing his appearance.
 
===Personality===
{{Quote| Well, I thought you'd be holed up in your castle trembling like a leaf, but it seems you were brave enough to show your face after all. Good man. | Kiba Windamier}}
Kiba Windamier was a highly respected military commander known for his unwavering loyalty, strong leadership, and deep sense of honor. He was well respected by his men for leading from the front lines, generously rewarding his soldiers, and ensuring that the families of fallen soldiers were taken care of.


Kiba Windamier was a renowned general hailing from the [[Highland Kingdom]], who gained prominence through his exceptional military exploits. From a prominent military family, he grew up wanting to serve alongside his father, who died in battle before that could happen.
Although a proud warrior, he deeply resented the loss of life that war brought, openly admitting to crying upon hearing of his father's death in battle. Despite his great victory at [[Rhetto Fortress]], he held no fond memories of it due to the heavy casualties suffered by his troops.


He first rose to fame during his debut battle during the Jowston-Highland war by defending [[Fort Retto]] with a mere 100 soldiers, thwarting a force of 3,000 troops from the [[City-State of Jowston]] and protecting the life of King [[Robert Blight]]. This resounding victory earned him a prominent position within the [[Highland Army]].
[[File:Kiba occupies Radat.png|thumb|left|220px|I think you're worried about the wrong Blight]]
Kiba was devoted to King [[Agares Blight]], serving with distinction despite receiving little in return for his efforts. He respected Prince [[Luca Blight]] as a general but was wary of his excessive brutality.


Kiba was well respected by his men for his willingness to lead from the front-lines. He also rewarded his soldiers handsomely and rarely took any accolades for himself, choosing to use any such rewards to give to the families of soldiers who had fallen under his command.
While a capable battlefield commander, Kiba struggled with administrative duties and often relied on subordinates like [[Dolenz]] and his son, [[Klaus Windamier|Klaus]], to manage them.


[[File:Kiba placates Makai in Two River.png|thumb|left|220px|This is the military feint called "Lying Through Your Teeth".]]
As a father, Kiba was understanding and had placed no expectations on Klaus to follow in his footsteps, knowing that Klaus had to be his own person. His one major vice was drinking, so much so that Klaus was worried for his father's liver.
Kiba further solidified his reputation by quelling revolts within Highland and fighting alongside allies in the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia]], leveraging their historical ties. Though respected as a military commander, he struggled with administrative tasks, usually relying on subordinates such as [[Dolenz]] and, later, his son [[Klaus Windamier|Klaus]] to manage such tasks.


His unwavering loyalty to King [[Agares Blight]] contributed to his esteemed status, even though he apparently received meager compensation for his distinguished service. He respected [[Luca Blight]] as a general, even if he did not agree with the prince's "excesses."
==History==
{{Quote| The leader of a defeated army is without life, so I dedicate this life I already lost to your service. | Kiba Windamier}}


By the time of the [[Dunan Unification War]], Kiba held the esteemed position of general in the 3rd Highland Army. He supported the war with Jowston based on the "surprise attack" on the [[Unicorn Brigade]] and the historical animosity between the two countries.
Kiba Windamier hailed from a prominent military family in the [[Highland Kingdom]], aspiring to follow in his father's footsteps. Unfortunately, his father died in battle before they could ever serve together.


During this conflict, he and Klaus engaged in multiple attacks on Jowston territories. Their initial attempt to capture [[Two River City]] by sowing discord and subsequently breaking a peace treaty was thwarted by the intervention of the [[New State Army]], compelling them to retreat.
He first gained fame in [[Solar calendar|SY]] 434, at the end of the Jowston-Highland War, by defending [[Rhetto Fortress]] with only 100 soldiers against an invading force of 3,000 from the [[City-States of Jowston]], successfully protecting King [[Robert Blight]]. This victory secured his rise within the [[Highland Army]]. He further solidified his reputation by quelling internal revolts and leading joint campaigns with the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia]].


[[File:Kiba goads Luca Blight.png|thumb|left|220px|Do you think he's still sore about the whole patricide thing?]]
At some point he would marry [[Eliza Windamier|Eliza]] and in [[Solar calendar|SY]] 442 his son, [[Klaus Windamier|Klaus]], was born. By the time of the [[Dunan Unification War]], he had attained the rank of general in the 3rd Highland Army.
Later in the war, General Kiba's forces occupied [[Radat Town]], using it as a base to target the [[New State Army Headquarters]]. However, a clever strategy employed by General [[Ridley Wizen]] led to Kiba's forces being ambushed and surrounded.


Adding to his plight, the 4th Highland Army, commanded by [[Rowd]], refused to provide assistance, leaving Kiba's forces isolated and vulnerable. Following his capture by the New State Army, Kiba received the news of King Agares' demise at the hands of Luca Blight, resulting in a profound shift in his perspective.
[[File:Kiba placates Makai in Two River.png|thumb|left|220px|This is the military feint called "Lying Through Your Teeth".]]
Supporting the war against Jowston based on historical hostilities and the supposed "surprise attack" on the [[Unicorn Brigade]], he and Klaus executed several military campaigns, including an attempt to take [[Two River City]], which ultimately failed due to intervention by the [[New Alliance Army]].


Just moments ago, Kiba had insisted he and Klaus be given a warrior's death, without any consideration given to the idea of defection. However, this news implied Agares' death at Luca's hands. Kiba's loyalty to Agares precluded any notions of accepting Luca's kingship as it came as a result of patricide.
Later in the war, Kiba occupied [[Radat Town]] as a strategic base but was ambushed due to a clever strategy by General [[Ridley Wizen]]. His situation worsened when the 4th Highland Army, led by [[Rowd]], refused to provide reinforcements, leading to his capture by the New Alliance Army.  


[[File:Kiba accepts his final mission.png|thumb|left|220px|Taken out any life insurance policies lately?]]
At first Kiba demanded a warrior's execution, but upon learning that King Agares Blight had been killed by his own son, Luca, Kiba's unwavering loyalty to Agares prevented him from accepting Luca as king. Persuaded by [[Shu]], he chose to defect to the New Alliance Army, realizing that Luca’s rule threatened both Highland and Jowston alike.
Persuaded by [[Shu]], Kiba chose to relinquish his warrior's pride and defected to the New State Army, recognizing the severe threat posed by Luca Blight's brutal rule to both Jowston and Highland.


He fought valiantly alongside his new allies, although the sense of defeat and the inability to avenge King Agares personally weighed heavily on him. The stigma of betrayal also weighed on him and it was only his firm belief in the [[Hero (Suikoden II)|hero]] that allowed him to fight on.
[[File:Kiba goads Luca Blight.png|thumb|left|220px|Do you think he's still sore about the whole patricide thing?]]
Despite the stigma of betrayal, Kiba fought valiantly for his new allies, motivated by his belief in the [[Hero (Suikoden II)|leader]] of the New Alliance Army. Still, his defeat, defection, and inability to avenge King Agares personally did weigh heavily on him.  


During the New State Army's assault on the [[Matilda Knightdom]], Kiba wholeheartedly embraced a strategic sacrifice proposed by Shu. He willingly led a token force, comprised of the men who defected alongside him, to attack and hold the [[Mercenary Fortress]] in eastern [[Muse Principality]], knowing the likelihood of survival was slim. Before departing, he would share his sense of pride in Klaus with his son, both knowing this was the last time they would speak.
In the assault on the [[Matilda Knightdom]], he embraced a strategic sacrifice proposed by Shu, leading a token force of the soldiers who had defected with him to attack and hold the [[Mercenary Fortress]] in eastern [[Muse Principality]]. Fully aware of the slim chances of survival, he shared a final moment of pride with his son before setting out.


Kiba executed the plan with remarkable precision, effectively dividing the Highland Army and drawing out the forces of [[Leon Silverberg]]. After succeeding in his ploy, he attempted to order his men to surrender and return to Highland but they refused, standing with him to the end.
Executing the plan flawlessly, Kiba successfully divided the Highland Army and engaged the forces of [[Leon Silverberg]]. As the battle turned against him, he ordered his men to surrender and return to Highland, but they refused, choosing to stand with him until the end.


Sadly, he sustained mortal wounds in the battle and passed away as a true warrior, having embraced the ideals of his allies and committing to the ultimate sacrifice.
Mortally wounded in battle, Kiba died as a true warrior, having fully embraced the ideals of his new allies and making the ultimate sacrifice for their cause.


==Gameplay==
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* In [[Suikoden II]] ''(1998)'' itself, Kiba's age is given as 37 by [[Richmond]]. This is an error, Kiba is 47 years old during the events of Suikoden II.
* In [[Suikoden II]] ''(1998)'' itself, Kiba's age is given as 37 by [[Richmond]]. This is an error, Kiba is 47 years old during the events of Suikoden II.
* Kiba likes to drink; so much so that his son worries that he'll destroy his liver.


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 12:28, 22 March 2025

Kiba Windamier
キバ ・ウィンダミア Kiba Windamia
Artwork by Ishikawa Fumi
Physical Information
Race
Human
Gender
Male
Birth Date
SY 414
Age
47 (S2)
Biographical Information
Star
Tenmou Star
From
Highland Kingdom
Family
Greg (brother-in-law)
Eliza (wife)
Klaus (son)
Meta Information
Appearances

Kiba Windamier (キバ ・ウィンダミア, Kiba Windamia) is a character in Suikoden II. Kiba serves as the distinguished general of the 3rd Highland Army, aided by his son and adjutant, Klaus.

Though deeply devoted to Highland, he faces difficult choices as the tides of war shift, ultimately shaping his legacy as both a warrior and a leader.

Profile

Appearance

In Suikoden II, Kiba Windamier is a middle-aged man with brown eyes. He is naturally bald with a well-groomed blond mustache and beard and large eyebrows.

His attire consisted of a full suit of silver plate armor with black underclothes, designed with segmented plates for mobility, as well as a red cape, fastened at the shoulders. In Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG artwork, he is also depicted wearing chain mail underneath his plate armor.

Additionally, he wore a red scarf around his neck, a brown belt with a golden buckle, and a Highland Kingdom crest on the left side of his chest plate, signifying his patriotism. He also donned black gloves, black trousers under his armor, and sturdy black boots, completing his appearance.

Personality

Well, I thought you'd be holed up in your castle trembling like a leaf, but it seems you were brave enough to show your face after all. Good man.

—  Kiba Windamier

Kiba Windamier was a highly respected military commander known for his unwavering loyalty, strong leadership, and deep sense of honor. He was well respected by his men for leading from the front lines, generously rewarding his soldiers, and ensuring that the families of fallen soldiers were taken care of.

Although a proud warrior, he deeply resented the loss of life that war brought, openly admitting to crying upon hearing of his father's death in battle. Despite his great victory at Rhetto Fortress, he held no fond memories of it due to the heavy casualties suffered by his troops.

I think you're worried about the wrong Blight

Kiba was devoted to King Agares Blight, serving with distinction despite receiving little in return for his efforts. He respected Prince Luca Blight as a general but was wary of his excessive brutality.

While a capable battlefield commander, Kiba struggled with administrative duties and often relied on subordinates like Dolenz and his son, Klaus, to manage them.

As a father, Kiba was understanding and had placed no expectations on Klaus to follow in his footsteps, knowing that Klaus had to be his own person. His one major vice was drinking, so much so that Klaus was worried for his father's liver.

History

The leader of a defeated army is without life, so I dedicate this life I already lost to your service.

—  Kiba Windamier

Kiba Windamier hailed from a prominent military family in the Highland Kingdom, aspiring to follow in his father's footsteps. Unfortunately, his father died in battle before they could ever serve together.

He first gained fame in SY 434, at the end of the Jowston-Highland War, by defending Rhetto Fortress with only 100 soldiers against an invading force of 3,000 from the City-States of Jowston, successfully protecting King Robert Blight. This victory secured his rise within the Highland Army. He further solidified his reputation by quelling internal revolts and leading joint campaigns with the Holy Kingdom of Harmonia.

At some point he would marry Eliza and in SY 442 his son, Klaus, was born. By the time of the Dunan Unification War, he had attained the rank of general in the 3rd Highland Army.

This is the military feint called "Lying Through Your Teeth".

Supporting the war against Jowston based on historical hostilities and the supposed "surprise attack" on the Unicorn Brigade, he and Klaus executed several military campaigns, including an attempt to take Two River City, which ultimately failed due to intervention by the New Alliance Army.

Later in the war, Kiba occupied Radat Town as a strategic base but was ambushed due to a clever strategy by General Ridley Wizen. His situation worsened when the 4th Highland Army, led by Rowd, refused to provide reinforcements, leading to his capture by the New Alliance Army.

At first Kiba demanded a warrior's execution, but upon learning that King Agares Blight had been killed by his own son, Luca, Kiba's unwavering loyalty to Agares prevented him from accepting Luca as king. Persuaded by Shu, he chose to defect to the New Alliance Army, realizing that Luca’s rule threatened both Highland and Jowston alike.

Do you think he's still sore about the whole patricide thing?

Despite the stigma of betrayal, Kiba fought valiantly for his new allies, motivated by his belief in the leader of the New Alliance Army. Still, his defeat, defection, and inability to avenge King Agares personally did weigh heavily on him.

In the assault on the Matilda Knightdom, he embraced a strategic sacrifice proposed by Shu, leading a token force of the soldiers who had defected with him to attack and hold the Mercenary Fortress in eastern Muse Principality. Fully aware of the slim chances of survival, he shared a final moment of pride with his son before setting out.

Executing the plan flawlessly, Kiba successfully divided the Highland Army and engaged the forces of Leon Silverberg. As the battle turned against him, he ordered his men to surrender and return to Highland, but they refused, choosing to stand with him until the end.

Mortally wounded in battle, Kiba died as a true warrior, having fully embraced the ideals of his new allies and making the ultimate sacrifice for their cause.

Gameplay

Recruitment

Recruitment
Kiba joins automatically following the war battle with Luca Blight.


War

War Stats
ATK DEF ATK+ DEF+ Skill 1 Skill 2
7 12 -- -- Cavalry Heavy Armor


Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG

Card # Name Type Release
012 Kiba Leader Booster Pack Vol.1
267 Kiba Leader Premium Pack
CS2-137 Kiba Leader CS2 Booster Pack Vol.2
CS2-275 Kiba & Klaus Leader CS2 Booster Pack Vol.3
CS2-387/R012 Kiba Leader Remake Booster
Non-character cards depicting this character
165 Two River Strategy Mission Booster Pack Vol.1
CS2-606/R165 Two River Strategy Mission Remake Booster


Gallery

Artwork

In-Game

Trivia

  • In Suikoden II (1998) itself, Kiba's age is given as 37 by Richmond. This is an error, Kiba is 47 years old during the events of Suikoden II.

References

  1. Genso Suikoden II 108 Stars Character Guide (ISBN 4-88317-769-6), pages 114-5
  2. Genso Suikoden Short Story Collection 3 (ISBN 4-8402-2015-8), pages 93-149
  3. Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), page 73
  4. Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.5 (ISBN 4-88317-884-6), pages 52-5
  5. Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia, page 142


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