The Defense Bond (守備の絆 Shubi no kizuna) is a Stat booster that hails exclusively from Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem. Functioning as proof of the tenacity of the bonds forged with one's allies, the Strength Bond can only be acquired through attaining the highest level of support with specific characters. When used, this item temporarily increases its user's Defense by 2 for the duration of one full chapter.