The Dark Pontifex

The Dark Pontifex (悪の司祭ガーネフ, ) is the third History Mode map unlocked by standard play. It is unlocked by completing Chapter 15.

Map Story Synopsis
Marth has arrived at the Temple of Thabes in search of Gharnef, who has has control over the continent and the temple's ancient magical defenses, as well as Marth's sword Falchion. As he arrives, Gharnef soon sends in copies of himself in an attempt to tire out Marth and his allies.

However, Marth and friends soon began to find ways to counter Illhumu, Gharnef's tome that protects him from harm, by making Starlight. At one point, Gharnef uses Tiki to try and slow down Marth's progress, only for Robin to break Tiki out of his control. Once the components were made into Starlight thanks to Leo, Marth was able to fight and mortally wound Gharnef. In his dying words, Gharnef hands over the Falchion, claiming that Marth can't use the full extent of the Falchion's power.