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'''Nash Latkje''' (ナッシュ・ラトキエ, ''Nasshu Ratokie''), also known by the alias '''Nash Clovis''' (ナッシュ・クロービス, ''Nasshu Kurōbisu''), is the main character of [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1]] and [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2]] who also appears in [[Suikoden III]]. A [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] noble fallen from grace, Nash is a member of the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] [[Southern Frontier Defense Force]].
'''Nash Latkje''' (ナッシュ・ラトキエ, ''Nasshu Ratokie''), also known by the alias '''Nash Clovis''' (ナッシュ・クロービス, ''Nasshu Kurōbisu''), is the main character of [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1]] and [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2]] who also appears in [[Suikoden III]].


==Biography==
A [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] noble fallen from grace, Nash is a member of the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] [[Southern Frontier Defense Force]].
===Genso Suikogaiden===
 
Nash was born the eldest son of the Latkje household, which held considerable influence in the [[People's Faction]] in [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonia]]. In his youth, he spent two years in the [[Howling Voice Guild]] as part of his education, learning knowledge of explosives, but not receiving formal training as a [[gunner]]. There, he developed something of a rivalry with [[Elza]], despite their differing roles and background. It was said Nash was never able to defeat Elza, although she was still impressed with his abilities.
==Profile==
===Appearance===
Nash, as a first class Harmonian citizen, had the blond hair and blue eyes that were the defining traits of the caste. He was considered to be a handsome man.
 
He wore loose, dark green clothing as well as a striped scarf. He also wore brown gloves and boots. His loose clothes are worn in order to conceal the equipment he frequently carries. He wields the [[Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss]]. By [[Suikoden III]] he wore a less concealing outfit.
 
===Personality===
Nash was said to have an unsoldierly personality and strived to avoid fights. However, when pushed he showed his true power and strength. Many of skills were learned from the [[Howling Voice Guild]] and Nash's talents were well regarded even there. Quick-witted and able to adapt quickly, Nash was a master of survival against improbable odds, a key trait for a spy.
 
He often showed a contrast of thoughtfulness and carelessness. It was said his carelessness was carefully curated to aid in his work as a [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] agent. He was also extremely unlucky and fell into all sorts of situations regardless of his intentions, which he tended to react to by blurting out whatever came to mind.
 
When he was older, Nash was described as garrulous, elusive, and was something of an idle flirt. Chris regarded him as skilled in wordplay but also cavalier and untrustworthy due to his allegiance and role as a spy. He would also make several cryptic references to a "missus".
 
The animals of [[Budehuc Castle]] had a peculiar relationship with Nash. Both [[Koroku]] and [[Connie]] tried to urinate on him and [[Ruby]] once swooped him up and deposited him in its nest.
 
==History==
[[File:Nash, Julie, and Zaj.png|thumb|left|220px|When times were simple and coats were optional]]Nash was born the eldest son of the Latkje household, which held considerable influence in the [[People's Faction]] in [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonia]]. In his youth, he spent two years in the [[Howling Voice Guild]] as part of his education, learning knowledge of explosives, but not receiving formal training as a [[gunner]].
 
There, he developed something of a rivalry with [[Elza]], despite their differing roles and background. It was said Nash was never able to defeat Elza, although she was still impressed with his abilities.


Nash's life changed when [[Zaj Quiroz]], a tutor to Nash's sister, [[Julie Latkje|Julie]], poisoned their father to take over the family estate on the eve of his wedding to Julie. In retaliation, Nash attacked Zaj with the [[Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss]], severely wounding him. Thinking Zaj dead, Nash fled the household, unwilling to reveal the truth for fearing of hurting Julie further.
Nash's life changed when [[Zaj Quiroz]], a tutor to Nash's sister, [[Julie Latkje|Julie]], poisoned their father to take over the family estate on the eve of his wedding to Julie. In retaliation, Nash attacked Zaj with the [[Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss]], severely wounding him. Thinking Zaj dead, Nash fled the household, unwilling to reveal the truth for fearing of hurting Julie further.


Nash joined the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] [[Southern Frontier Defense Force]] and was stationed at [[Caleria]], near the [[Grassland]]. On a covert mission to find information regarding the [[27 True Runes]], he sneaked into the [[City-State of Jowston]] during the [[Dunan Unification War]]. Entering from [[Highland Kingdom|Highland]], he ended up travelling with [[Sierra Mikain]] on his journey to [[Muse City]]. The two continued their respective journeys individually after the defeat of the [[vampire]] [[Rein Penenberg]].
[[File:Nash freezes at Sierra's touch.png|thumb|right|220px|Ew, cooties]]Nash joined the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] [[Southern Frontier Defense Force]] and was stationed at [[Caleria]], near the [[Grassland]]. On a covert mission to find information regarding the [[27 True Runes]], he sneaked into the [[City-State of Jowston]] during the [[Dunan Unification War]]. Entering from [[Highland Kingdom|Highland]], he ended up travelling with [[Sierra Mikain]] on his journey to [[Muse City]]. The two continued their respective journeys individually after the defeat of the [[vampire]] [[Rein Penenberg]].


When Nash arrived in Muse City, he shared a room in the local inn with [[Templeton]]. During his stay, he not only met [[Clive]], an old acquintance from his Howling Voice Guild training, but also several other people who would later form the [[New State Army]]. He overheard how [[Jowy Atreides]] and [[Hero (Suikoden II)|his friend]] were trying to infiltrate a Highland camp enar the border and decided to follow them. He stole the uniform of a Highland soldier and investigated the camp. He also met [[Jillia Blight]] and her brother, [[Luca Blight]], as they had an argument. Eventually, he freed the captured Jowy and left the camp.
When Nash arrived in Muse City, he shared a room in the local inn with [[Templeton]]. During his stay, he not only met [[Clive]], an old acquaintance from his Howling Voice Guild training, but also several other people who would later form the [[New State Army]]. He overheard how [[Jowy Atreides]] and [[Hero (Suikoden II)|his friend]] were trying to infiltrate a Highland camp near the border.


He then journeyed to [[Greenhill City]] where he encountered Zaj. He also played a crucial role in the defense of the city against the Highland forces under the command of [[Rowd]], his military training being of great use. Hoping to gain revenge with his own hands on Zaj, he then abandoned his mission and returned to [[Crystal Valley]].
Deciding to follow them, he stole the uniform of a Highland soldier and investigated the camp. He also met [[Jillia Blight]] and her brother, [[Luca Blight]], as they had an argument. Eventually, he freed the captured Jowy and left the camp.


Realising that Zaj was trying to regain power in Harmonia, Nash began his journey back home only to be attacked by agents of Zaj and the techniques of the Howling Voice Guild. He was captured in [[Caleria]] and imprisoned by [[Barge]] but was rescued by his aunt, [[Lena Suphina]]. He eventually made it back to [[Crystal Valley]] and confronted Zaj. The two dulled atop [[Klotzeo Church]] in the Harmonian capital, putting an end to the feud. Nash then left once again, despite Lena's attempts to reunite the fractured family, journeying towards the Grassland.
[[File:Nash and Zaj encounter each other again.png|thumb|left|220px|Turn around! He's right behind you! Either of you!]]He then journeyed to [[Greenhill City]] where he encountered Zaj. He also played a crucial role in the defense of the city against the Highland forces under the command of [[Rowd]], his military training being of great use. Hoping to gain revenge with his own hands on Zaj, he then abandoned his mission and returned to [[Crystal Valley]].


===Suikoden III===
Realizing that Zaj was trying to regain power in Harmonia, Nash began his journey back home only to be attacked by agents of Zaj and the techniques of the Howling Voice Guild. He was captured in [[Caleria]] and imprisoned by [[Barge]] but was rescued by his aunt, [[Lena Suphina]]. He eventually made it back to [[Crystal Valley]] and confronted Zaj.
{{quote | A man who unexplainedly appeared and is monitoring the conflict between Zexen and Grassland. | Nash's profile}}


Nash would eventually end up in the employ of [[Sasarai]] and was assigned to infiltrate the [[Grassland]] just prior to the outbreak of the [[War of the Champions]]. Although he still maintains his light air, his past with the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] [[Southern Frontier Defense Force]] and the [[Howling Voice Guild]] makes him a very talented shadow operative.
The two fought atop [[Klotzeo Church]] in the Harmonian capital, putting an end to the feud. Nash then left once again, despite Lena's attempts to reunite the fractured family, journeying towards the Grassland.


Investigating the conflict between the Grassland clans and the [[Zexen Federation]], he would eventually meet up with [[Chris Lightfellow]], following the trail of [[Wyatt Lightfellow|Jimba]] and the [[True Water Rune]]. He used the last name "Clovis" around Chris, but it was an alias in use for this particular mission only. Once [[Luc]]'s plans were revealed, he would align himself with the [[Fire Bringer]].
[[File:Nash stabs Zaj clean through.png|thumb|right|220px|Do you know how much that suit COST!?]]At some point Nash apparently returned to his family but at some point the Latkje family name would be dissolved and would eventually end up in the employ of [[Sasarai]] and was assigned to infiltrate the [[Grassland]] just prior to the outbreak of the [[War of the Champions]]. Although he still maintained his light air, his past with the [[Holy Kingdom of Harmonia|Harmonian]] [[Southern Frontier Defense Force]] and the [[Howling Voice Guild]] made him a very talented shadow operative.


As soon as the war ended, he had disappeared, leaving no trail behind.
Investigating the conflict between the Grassland clans and the [[Zexen Federation]], he would eventually meet up with [[Chris Lightfellow]], following the trail of [[Wyatt Lightfellow|Jimba]] and the [[True Water Rune]]. He used the last name "Clovis" around Chris, but it was an alias in use for this particular mission only, taken from a no-longer existent Harmonian family. He was ordered to assist and motivate Chris' investigation in part to diminish the threat of the [[Zexen Knights]].


==Personality and Traits==
Following the attack on [[Iksay Village]], Nash entered into secret correspondence with [[Salome Harras]]. The two determined a hidden party was fueling the growing [[War of the Champions]] and agreed to work together to try and discover the identity of this group. As such, his main motivation in accompanying Chris was to investigate this and also to track the [[Flame Champion]].
Nash was said to have an unsoldierly personality and strived to avoid fights. However, when pushed he showed his true power and strength. He was considered to be a handsome man.


His loose clothes are worn in order to conceal the equipment he frequently carries. Many of skills were learned from the [[Howling Voice Guild]] and Nash's talents were well regarded even there.
When [[Luc]] revealed his plans to Sasarai at the [[Circle Palace]], Nash would try and defend the bishop only to be defeated handedly. Once he had recovered, he, along with Sasarai and his contingent, would align himself with the [[Fire Bringer]] in order to halt Luc's plans.


He wields the [[Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss]].
As soon as the war ended, he had disappeared, leaving no trail behind. Some say he stopped by Chris' room to say farewell before leaving.


==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
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==Name and Weapon==
==Name and Weapon==
Nash's last name has never been localised or romanised in any Suikoden game or publication. The localisation "Latkje" comes from box text on the Japanese Genso Suikoden figurine set.
Nash's last name has never been localized or romanized in any Suikoden game or publication. The localization "Latkje" comes from box text on the Japanese Genso Suikoden figurine set.


He shares the same last name (in Japanese katakana) as Miharu Ratokie from Mobile Suit Gundam.
He shares the same last name (in Japanese katakana) as Miharu Ratokie from Mobile Suit Gundam.
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:Nash Latkje (Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1).png|[[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1]] artwork by [[Yashioka Sho]]
File:Nash Latkje (G1 character art).png|[[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1]] artwork by [[Yashioka Shō]]
File:Nash Latkje (Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2).png|[[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2]] artwork by [[Yashioka Sho]]
File:Nash Latkje (G2 character art).png|[[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2]] artwork by [[Yashioka Shō]]
File:Nash (Card Stories 123).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Nash (CS card art 123).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Nash Clovis (Suikoden III).png|[[Suikoden III]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Nash Clovis (S3 character art).png|[[Suikoden III]] artwork by [[Ishikawa Fumi]]
File:Nash (Card Stories CS2-049).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories]] artwork by [[Yashioka Sho]]
File:Nash (CS card art CS2-049).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[Yashioka Shō]]
File:Nash (CS card art CS2-286).png|[[Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG]] artwork by [[Fujita Kaori]]
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* In [[Suikoden III]], Nash uses a [[nasel bird]] named Dominguez Junior, named after the [[Dominguez|original bird]] he worked with in [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1]].
* In [[Suikoden III]], Nash uses a [[nasel bird]] named Dominguez Junior, named after the [[Dominguez|original bird]] he worked with in [[Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1]].
*In [[Suikoden III]], Nash mentions several times that he has a "missus", but it is unknown as to whether or not this is true or part of his cover.
* In [[Suikoden III]], Nash mentions several times that he has a "missus", but it is unknown as to whether or not this is true or part of his cover. [[Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.7]] speculated the top three candidates for the role were [[Sierra Mikain]], [[Lena Suphina]], and [[Aisha]].


==References==
==References==
# [[Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.11]] (ISBN 4-7753-0133-0), page 7
# [[Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia]] (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 197-8
# [[Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia]] (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 197-8
# [[Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.14]] (ISBN 4-7753-0217-5), page 9
# [[Genso Suikoden III 108 Stars Character Guide]] (ISBN 4-7753-0331-7), page 180
# [[Marugoto! Genso Suikoden Book]] (ISBN 978-4-7577-3673-3), page 46, Character Archive page 39
# [[Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia]], pages 260-1, 333-4
# [[Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia]], pages 260-1, 333-4


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Latest revision as of 12:40, 1 December 2023

Nash Latkje
ナッシュ・ラトキエ, Nasshu Ratokie
108 Stars Tensoku Star
Gender Male
Race Human
Age 22 (G1 & G2)
37 (S3)
Birth Year SY 439
Height 183cm (6'0") (S3)
From Crystal Valley
Family Julie Latkje (sister)
Lena Suphina (aunt)
Appears in

Nash Latkje (ナッシュ・ラトキエ, Nasshu Ratokie), also known by the alias Nash Clovis (ナッシュ・クロービス, Nasshu Kurōbisu), is the main character of Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1 and Genso Suikogaiden Vol.2 who also appears in Suikoden III.

A Harmonian noble fallen from grace, Nash is a member of the Harmonian Southern Frontier Defense Force.

Profile

Appearance

Nash, as a first class Harmonian citizen, had the blond hair and blue eyes that were the defining traits of the caste. He was considered to be a handsome man.

He wore loose, dark green clothing as well as a striped scarf. He also wore brown gloves and boots. His loose clothes are worn in order to conceal the equipment he frequently carries. He wields the Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss. By Suikoden III he wore a less concealing outfit.

Personality

Nash was said to have an unsoldierly personality and strived to avoid fights. However, when pushed he showed his true power and strength. Many of skills were learned from the Howling Voice Guild and Nash's talents were well regarded even there. Quick-witted and able to adapt quickly, Nash was a master of survival against improbable odds, a key trait for a spy.

He often showed a contrast of thoughtfulness and carelessness. It was said his carelessness was carefully curated to aid in his work as a Harmonian agent. He was also extremely unlucky and fell into all sorts of situations regardless of his intentions, which he tended to react to by blurting out whatever came to mind.

When he was older, Nash was described as garrulous, elusive, and was something of an idle flirt. Chris regarded him as skilled in wordplay but also cavalier and untrustworthy due to his allegiance and role as a spy. He would also make several cryptic references to a "missus".

The animals of Budehuc Castle had a peculiar relationship with Nash. Both Koroku and Connie tried to urinate on him and Ruby once swooped him up and deposited him in its nest.

History

When times were simple and coats were optional

Nash was born the eldest son of the Latkje household, which held considerable influence in the People's Faction in Harmonia. In his youth, he spent two years in the Howling Voice Guild as part of his education, learning knowledge of explosives, but not receiving formal training as a gunner.

There, he developed something of a rivalry with Elza, despite their differing roles and background. It was said Nash was never able to defeat Elza, although she was still impressed with his abilities.

Nash's life changed when Zaj Quiroz, a tutor to Nash's sister, Julie, poisoned their father to take over the family estate on the eve of his wedding to Julie. In retaliation, Nash attacked Zaj with the Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss, severely wounding him. Thinking Zaj dead, Nash fled the household, unwilling to reveal the truth for fearing of hurting Julie further.

Ew, cooties

Nash joined the Harmonian Southern Frontier Defense Force and was stationed at Caleria, near the Grassland. On a covert mission to find information regarding the 27 True Runes, he sneaked into the City-State of Jowston during the Dunan Unification War. Entering from Highland, he ended up travelling with Sierra Mikain on his journey to Muse City. The two continued their respective journeys individually after the defeat of the vampire Rein Penenberg.

When Nash arrived in Muse City, he shared a room in the local inn with Templeton. During his stay, he not only met Clive, an old acquaintance from his Howling Voice Guild training, but also several other people who would later form the New State Army. He overheard how Jowy Atreides and his friend were trying to infiltrate a Highland camp near the border.

Deciding to follow them, he stole the uniform of a Highland soldier and investigated the camp. He also met Jillia Blight and her brother, Luca Blight, as they had an argument. Eventually, he freed the captured Jowy and left the camp.

Turn around! He's right behind you! Either of you!

He then journeyed to Greenhill City where he encountered Zaj. He also played a crucial role in the defense of the city against the Highland forces under the command of Rowd, his military training being of great use. Hoping to gain revenge with his own hands on Zaj, he then abandoned his mission and returned to Crystal Valley.

Realizing that Zaj was trying to regain power in Harmonia, Nash began his journey back home only to be attacked by agents of Zaj and the techniques of the Howling Voice Guild. He was captured in Caleria and imprisoned by Barge but was rescued by his aunt, Lena Suphina. He eventually made it back to Crystal Valley and confronted Zaj.

The two fought atop Klotzeo Church in the Harmonian capital, putting an end to the feud. Nash then left once again, despite Lena's attempts to reunite the fractured family, journeying towards the Grassland.

Do you know how much that suit COST!?

At some point Nash apparently returned to his family but at some point the Latkje family name would be dissolved and would eventually end up in the employ of Sasarai and was assigned to infiltrate the Grassland just prior to the outbreak of the War of the Champions. Although he still maintained his light air, his past with the Harmonian Southern Frontier Defense Force and the Howling Voice Guild made him a very talented shadow operative.

Investigating the conflict between the Grassland clans and the Zexen Federation, he would eventually meet up with Chris Lightfellow, following the trail of Jimba and the True Water Rune. He used the last name "Clovis" around Chris, but it was an alias in use for this particular mission only, taken from a no-longer existent Harmonian family. He was ordered to assist and motivate Chris' investigation in part to diminish the threat of the Zexen Knights.

Following the attack on Iksay Village, Nash entered into secret correspondence with Salome Harras. The two determined a hidden party was fueling the growing War of the Champions and agreed to work together to try and discover the identity of this group. As such, his main motivation in accompanying Chris was to investigate this and also to track the Flame Champion.

When Luc revealed his plans to Sasarai at the Circle Palace, Nash would try and defend the bishop only to be defeated handedly. Once he had recovered, he, along with Sasarai and his contingent, would align himself with the Fire Bringer in order to halt Luc's plans.

As soon as the war ended, he had disappeared, leaving no trail behind. Some say he stopped by Chris' room to say farewell before leaving.

Gameplay

Recruitment

Recruitment
Nash joins automatically during Chris Chapter 2.
Level Gender
35 Male

Battle bonds

Battle Behavior
Ease to Anger Difficult
Movement Long-distance
Battle AI Archer
Unite Attack
1 ' w/ This character has no Unite attack

Equipment

Starting Equipment
Head Cap
Body Medium armor
Shield --
Other --
Rune No rune attached
Equipment Type
Head Feather Band
Body Fine Leather
Shield Can't equip
Other Power Gloves
Medicine B 6
Dancing Flames 4

Runes

Magic Compatability
Fire Water Earth
◯ ◯ ◯
Lightning Wind Gate
◯ ◯ ⨉
Sword Jonguleur Shield
◯ ⨉ ◯
Rune Slots
Head Never available
Right Hand Water Rune
Left Hand Level 40
Weapon Never available

Skills

Free Skill Slots Locked Skill Slots
This character has 6 open skill slots. This character has 2 locked skill slots.

Physical Skills

Skill Name Level Begin Potential Max
Swing — — B B+
Accuracy 1 C B B+
Damage — — SS B+
Sharpshoot — — — —
Counter-Attack — — — —
Heavy Damage 39 E B B+
Continual Attack 43 E A A
Freeze — — — —
Skill Name Level Begin Potential Max
Thief — — — —
Repel 1 B A A
Parry — — — —
Shield Protect — — — —
Armor Protect — — C B
Adrenaline Power — — — —
Holy Dash — — A A
Fighting Spirit — — — —

Magic Skills

Skill Name Level Begin Potential Max
Fire Magic 1 C C B
Water Magic — — D C
Wind Magic — — B B+
Earth Magic — — C B
Lightning Magic — — C B
Shield Magic — — — —
Blinking Magic — — — —
Pale Gate Magic — — — —
Skill Name Level Begin Potential Max
Sword of Magic — — D C
Magic Repel — — — —
Magic Resistance — — C B
Focus — — — —
Precision — — — —
Magic Rationing — — — —
Chanting Volume — — — —
Chanting Purity — — — —

Stats

Stat Grades
HP PWR SKL
E F D
MGC REP PDF
G E
MDF SPD LUK
F F J
Stat Growth Rate
LV HP PWR SKL MGC REP PDF MDF SPD LCK
1 20 13 14 12 13 13 13 11
20 170 68 86 60 75 68 68 36
60 410 146 182 128 163 146 146 71
99 500 170 215 150 190 170 170 90

War

War Stats
Leader Support War Skill 1 War Skill 2
⨉ ⨉ Tactics II --

Weapon

Weapon
LV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
ATK 5 15 26 36 51 61 71 82 92 102 120 130 140 150 160 170
Name Leenier Gerarde Courve
W Type W Level Range
Dart N/A L


Genso Suikoden Card Stories TCG

Card # Name Type Release
123 Nash Booster Pack Vol.1
372 Nash Premium Pack
483 Nash Booster Pack Vol.4
CS2-049 Nash CS2 Booster Pack Vol.1
CS2-286 Nash & Zaj CS2 Booster Pack Vol.3
CS2-535/R123 Nash Remake Booster
Non-character cards depicting this character
465 Harvest Festival Booster Pack Vol.3
542 Wandering Booster Pack Vol.4
CS2-366 Rescue Sierra CS2 Booster Pack Vol.3
CS2-639 Nash & Dominguez Other Remake Booster


Name and Weapon

Nash's last name has never been localized or romanized in any Suikoden game or publication. The localization "Latkje" comes from box text on the Japanese Genso Suikoden figurine set.

He shares the same last name (in Japanese katakana) as Miharu Ratokie from Mobile Suit Gundam.

His weapon upgrades as Leenier (リーニエ, Rīnie), Gerarde (ゲラーデ, Gerāde), and Courve (クルヴェ, Kuruve), failed transcriptions of the German words Linie (meaning line), Gerade (meaning straight or straight line), and Kurve (meaning curve).

Gallery

Trivia

References

  1. Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.11 (ISBN 4-7753-0133-0), page 7
  2. Genso Suikoden Encyclopaedia (ISBN 4-575-16297-3), pages 197-8
  3. Genso Suikoden Genso Shinsho Vol.14 (ISBN 4-7753-0217-5), page 9
  4. Genso Suikoden III 108 Stars Character Guide (ISBN 4-7753-0331-7), page 180
  5. Marugoto! Genso Suikoden Book (ISBN 978-4-7577-3673-3), page 46, Character Archive page 39
  6. Genso Suikoden Kiwami Encyclopedia, pages 260-1, 333-4
Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1 Harmonia no Kenshi
Characters
Key characters Nash Latkje • Hero II • Culgan • Dominguez • Elza • Jillia Blight • Jowy Atreides • Julie Latkje • Luca Blight • Nanami • Seed • Sierra Mikain • Teresa Wisemail
Other characters Adlai • Annallee • Ayana • Ayda • Badeaux • Bob • Clive • Connell • Emilia • Flik • Gaspar • Georg Prime • Hanna • Hauser • Hix • Hoi • Jeane • Jude • Kahn Marley • Kelley • Kinnison • Leona • Maximillian • Mazus • Nina • Pilika • Raura • Rein Penenberg • Rowd • Shilo • Shin • Stallion • Templeton • Tengaar • Viktor • Wakaba • Yuri • Zaj Quiroz
Locations
City-State of Jowston • Highland Kingdom
Locations Blue Moon Village • Greenhill City (New Leaf Academy) • Greenhill Forest • Muse City
Lore
Events Dunan Unification War
Races Human • Elf • Kobold • Vampire
True Runes Black Sword Rune • Bright Shield Rune • Moon Rune • Rune of Beginning
Terms Highland Army • Howling Voice Guild • Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss
Genso Suikogaiden Vol.1 Harmonia no Kenshi
Characters
Key characters Nash Latkje • Hero II • Culgan • Dominguez • Elza • Jillia Blight • Jowy Atreides • Julie Latkje • Luca Blight • Nanami • Seed • Sierra Mikain • Teresa Wisemail
Other characters Adlai • Annallee • Ayana • Ayda • Badeaux • Bob • Clive • Connell • Emilia • Flik • Gaspar • Georg Prime • Hanna • Hauser • Hix • Hoi • Jeane • Jude • Kahn Marley • Kelley • Kinnison • Leona • Maximillian • Mazus • Nina • Pilika • Raura • Rein Penenberg • Rowd • Shilo • Shin • Stallion • Templeton • Tengaar • Viktor • Wakaba • Yuri • Zaj Quiroz
Locations
City-State of Jowston • Highland Kingdom
Locations Blue Moon Village • Greenhill City (New Leaf Academy) • Greenhill Forest • Muse City
Lore
Events Dunan Unification War
Races Human • Elf • Kobold • Vampire
True Runes Black Sword Rune • Bright Shield Rune • Moon Rune • Rune of Beginning
Terms Highland Army • Howling Voice Guild • Twin Snake Sword Großer Fluss
Suikoden III
Characters
108 Stars (Battle) Ace • Aila • Alanis • Augustine Nabor • Ayame • Bazba • Beecham • Belle • Borus Redrum • Bright • Cecile • Chris Lightfellow • Duke • Dupa • Edge • Elaine • Emily • Estella • Franz • Fred Maximillian • Fubar • Futch • Gadget Z • Gau • Geddoe • Hallec • Hugo • Jacques • Jimba • Joker • Juan • Kenji • Koroku • Landis • Leo Galan • Lilly Pendragon • Luc • Lucia • Mel • Melville • Mua • Nash Clovis • Nei • Nicolas • Percival Fraulein • Piccolo • Queen • Reed • Rhett • Rico • Rody • Roland Lesaurus • Ruby • Salome Harras • Samus • Sanae Yamamoto • Sarah • Sasarai • Sgt. Joe • Shabon • Sharon • Shiba • Thomas • Toppo • Tuta • Twaikin • Viki • Viki (child) • Wan Fu • Watari • Wilder • Yuber • Yuiri • Yumi
108 Stars (Support) Albert Silverberg • Anne • Apple • Arthur • Barts • Billy • Caesar Silverberg • Dios • Dominic • Eike • Elliot • Ernie • Gordon • Goro • Guillaume • Hortez VII • Iku • Jeane • Jefferson • Kathy • Kidd • Louis Keeferson • Luce • Mamie • Martha • Mike • Mio • Muto • Nadir • Peggi • Scott • Sebastian • Shizu • Yun
Other playable characters Connie • Kogoro • Koichi • Kosanji • Lulu
Non-player characters Anna Lightfellow • Branky • Brown • Erk de Forever • Flame Champion • Galahad • George Silverberg • Gezel Hyatt • Hikusaak • Johanna • Lanchet • Leknaat • Lowma • Masked Man • Myriam • Pelize • Rick • Sana • Star Dragon Sword • Thomas (youth) • Waurenhyte • Zepon
Locations
Grassland • Holy Kingdom of Harmonia • Zexen Federation
Grassland Alma Kinan Village • Amur Plain • Ancient Highway • Ceremonial Site • Chisha Village • Duck Village • Flame Champion's Hideaway • Great Hollow • Karaya Village • Kuput Forest • Mt. Hei-Tou • North Amur Plain • Ruins of Cyndar • Tablet of Stars • Yaza Plain
Holy Kingdom of Harmonia Altar of the Mantor Trainers • Caleria (Caleria Fortress) • Circle Palace • Le Buque • Mountain Path • Mt. Senai
Zexen Federation Brass Castle • Budehuc Castle • Iksay Village • North Cavern • Vinay del Zexay (Council • Seigal Gate) • Zexen Forest
Lore
Events Higheast Rebellion • War of the Champions • Zexen Federation Day Ball • Zexen-Grassland Armistice
Races Duck • Dwarf • Elf • Human • Kobold • Lizard • Winged Horde
True Runes Circle Rune • Eight Section Rune • Night Rune • True Earth Rune • True Fire Rune • True Lightning Rune • True Water Rune • True Wind Rune
Terms Alma Kinan • Black Rose Society • Chisha Clan • Destroyers • Duck Clan • Duck Halberd • Dunan Republic • Erk's Adventures • Fire Bringer • Gray World • Kage (group) • Kamaro Alliance of Free Knights • Kanaa Clan • Karaya Clan • Knights of the Dragon's Den • Lizard Clan • Loa • Nameless Lands • Safir Clan • Sanady • Six Clans • Southern Frontier Defense Force • Tinto Republic • Zexen Council • Zexen Knights • Zexen script
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