How Much Do You Really Love Final Fantasy's Heroines? Take The Test!
- by Tim Frederick
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- in The Geek Corner
You may have played most of the Final Fantasy games and know the names of all of the series' female protagonists, but how much do you really know them? We're going to find out in this quiz!
While other games were still featuring damsels in distress being saved by men with bulging muscles and giant swords, Final Fantasy was creating strong female characters that didn't need any saving (well, most of the time). Be it determined resistance fighters like Tifa and Rinoa, royalty fighting for their kingdoms like Garnet and Ashe, or powerful mages supporting their allies like Lulu and Rydia, Final Fantasy is chock full of women that don't need to be anywhere near a kitchen to do some slicing and dicing; they do it on the battlefield.
This quiz gathers virtually every playable female character in the series between Final Fantasy IV and Final Fantasy XIII in one place, and will test your knowledge related to something about each and every one of them. Think you have what it takes to pass this quiz and be declared a true lover of Final Fantasy's heroines? Read on to see just how far your knowledge and understanding of them goes. Good luck!
Which Series' Heroine Could Lightning Emulate in Lightning Returns?
Lightning was arguably the first female protagonist who took on the leading role in a Final Fantasy game. After having a less prominent role in XIII-2, Lightning returned in full force in the final game of the XIII trilogy. That game featured a load of DLC costumes that Lightning could wear, some of which were replicas of the outfits of characters from previous games (Yuna, Cloud, Aerith). One costume even let her dress up like the iconic heroine from a completely different series. Which series was it?
What Does Tidus Teach Yuna to Do?
Early in Final Fantasy X, Tidus teaches Yuna a special method of communication to get his attention in the event they become separated in bustling Luca, one which Yuna fails quite spectacularly at initially. That communication method plays an often poignant role in several scenes later in X and then X-2, including multiple hidden scenes in X-2 that are required to get that game's perfect ending (where Tidus immediately uses it after reappearing). What does Tidus teach Yuna to do?
What Was the Name of Tifa's Bar?
Final Fantasy VII's feisty pugilist Tifa remains a fan favorite, ranking as the most popular female character in the series in a 2014 poll conducted by IGN (which FFVII dominated not surprisingly). The Nibelheim incident, during which she was nearly killed by Sephiroth, prompted Tifa to join the anti-Shinra group Avalanche in Midgar. To aid in Avalanche's freedom fighting efforts, she became the owner of a restaurant/bar, which also functioned as a secret base for the group. What was the name of that bar?
What Do Porom and Her Brother Do To Save the Party?
The young white mage Porom, twin sister of black mage Palom, made a brief but memorable appearance as a playable character in Final Fantasy IV. The adorable twins, with their contrasting natures and badgering of the elderly Tellah, were a bright spot in a story that was otherwise rather somber at times. However, they too met with a sad fate (though not a permanent one), as they were forced to do this to allow Cecil and the others to escape a dangerous situation.
What Was Aerith Praying For Before She Was Killed
20 years later, Aerith's murder by Sephiroth remains one of gaming's most iconic events. The million gil question on everyone's mind when it comes to the Final Fantasy VII Remake is whether or not there will be some way to save her this time. But that is a question for another day. The Aerith question of today is, what was Aerith praying for just before she was so rudely interrupted by a sword in the back (and what could be more rude)?
What Did Vaan Ask Fran That Got Him Chastised?
Fran is one of Final Fantasy's most sultry characters, with her deliberate manner of speaking and reserved nature. That chilly disposition was played up to great effect in one of Final Fantasy XII's more humorous scenes, when Vaan is given the cold shoulder by Fran and gets scolded by the rest of the party after asking a "surprisingly rude" question. The gag is continued in Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy, when Vaan asks the same question of several female characters. What did Vaan ask Fran?
What Color is Lenna's Hair?
Final Fantasy V's Lenna showcases one of several cases where the game's character art and/or in-game character portraits aren't necessarily consistent with that character's in-game model. Another instance involved VI's Terra, who was depicted in the game's art as having blond hair, though she had green hair in the game. In the case of Lenna, both the character art and in-game portraits also depict her as having blond hair, though her in-game model's hair color has remained this color, even throughout the game's many re-releases.
Who Did Celes Impersonate During the Opera Scene?
In an effort to convince Setzer to allow them the use of his airship, Celes cast aside her white cloak and donned a dress for her memorable role in Final Fantasy VI's famous opera scene. As a look-alike of an opera singer whom Setzer planned to kidnap and marry, the plan was for Celes to take her place and then confront Setzer aboard his airship after the kidnapping. What was the name of the opera singer that Celes impersonated and saved?
What is Yuffie Obsessed With Getting Her Hands On?
The "Great Ninja Yuffie" (her words, not ours) is the only completely optional female character in the main Final Fantasy series. Her and Vincent were nearly cut from Final Fantasy VII entirely due to time constraints, though Yuffie ended up having a fairly sizable presence in the game, including being a date option for Cloud during the Gold Saucer event. Yuffie was also envisioned as being an older bounty hunter in early versions of the game instead of the young tomboy obsessed with acquiring as many of these as she could.
What Are The Members of Quistis' Fan Club Called?
Quistis, one of Balamb Garden's intrepid instructors (briefly), first accompanies Squall on his field test to become a member of SeeD. According to her, men often fail their tests when she goes along with them, presumably due to her charm. Whether she was telling the truth or was just trying to make Squall (who she had a crush on) think of her in that light, it is true that Quistis had some loyal followers at the academy, who even created a fan club devoted to her. What were those fan club members called?
Which Spell Was Rydia Unable To Cast Out of Fear?
Final Fantasy IV's green-haired summoner Rydia was ahead of her time when it comes to style, if the number of green-haired girls walking around now is any indication. She wasn't ahead of her time when it came to the dark arts however, as she was unable to cast one of the primary black magic spells due to the trauma of what happened to her village. She eventually overcomes this and uses that spell to aid the party's passage. Which spell was it?
What Was the Name of the Resistance Group Rinoa Was a Member of?
Before teaming up with Squall and co. and driving Squall crazy with her playful prodding and ribbing (and eventually sharing the series' first kiss with him), Rinoa was a member of a resistance group that was fighting to free Timber from Galbadia's oppression. In fact, Squall's first mission as a member of SeeD was to help that group abduct the Galbadian President, a mission which ended in failure when they kidnapped a body double instead (D'oh!). What was the name of that group?
What Did Relm's Sketch Ability Change Into With a Fake Moustache Equipped
Strago's feisty adoptive granddaughter Relm has one of Final Fantasy's most unique skills, the Sketch command, which draws on her artistic talent (get it, draws on...? Oh, stop groaning) to recreate enemies and unleash their skills. The ability was used to particular comedic effect in a battle against "Uncle Ulty". However, the Sketch command could also be changed to a different command if the player equipped Relm (or that weirdo Gogo, who can also use Sketch) with a Fake Moustache. What did the Sketch command become?
What Affliction Did Garnet Suffer After Failing to Protect Alexandria?
Princess Garnet and Eiko joined forces to summon Alexander in an effort to protect the city of Alexandria from Bahamut. While they're successful initially and Bahamut is destroyed, Alexander and the city itself are later devastated by a beam from the airship Invincible. The horror of the event and the guilt she feels over failing to protect the city she was soon to rule as its queen causes Garnet to be briefly stricken with an affliction. What ailment did she suffer from?
Who Did Penelo Befriend After Being Captured by Archadia?
Vaan's plucky friend Penelo was often a sobering thorn in his side, trying to dissuade him from following his dreams of becoming a sky pirate at every turn (and ultimately failing). However, she was also extremely devoted to him and ended up in hot water on numerous occasions because of that. However, one of those sticky situations, in which she was captured by the Archadian Empire, resulted in her befriending an unexpected and powerful ally. Who did Penelo become friends with?
In What Position Were Fang and Vanille Crystallized?
Fang and her childhood friend Vanille save Cocoon by sacrificing themselves at the end of Final Fantasy XIII, becoming Ragnarok, as was their shared Focus from hundreds of years earlier. However, instead of destroying cocoon as was their original Focus, they become Ragnarok together to save it, crystallizing a pillar of lava to hold the also-crystallized Cocoon erect, with themselves trapped inside. Vanille and Fang remain locked in crystal stasis within Cocoon for hundreds of years. In what position were they crystallized?
What Alias Was Ashe Using When She Met Vaan?
Princess Ashelia B'nargin Dalmasca (Ashe to those in the know) has her idyllic marriage to Lord Rasler torn asunder after he is killed during the Battle of Nalbina Fortress. Ashe is presumed dead and forced into hiding as she joins a resistance movement that aims to overthrow the Archadian Empire. She becomes separated from other resistance members during an attack on the Royal Palace of Rabanastre and is forced to retreat through the sewers, where she meets Vaan, Fran, and Balthier. What alias was Ashe using at the time?
What is the Name of Rosa's Son?
Rosa was an unending source of support, guidance and inspiration for Cecil on his journey from dark knight to paladin. After helping Cecil defeat Zemus and Zeromus, the two marry and become the rulers of Baron and live happily ever after. The end. Or so it seemed, until Final Fantasy IV: The After Years came out over a decade-and-a-half later, bringing with it a world and characters that had similarly aged. One of the sequel's big revelations was that the couple had a son shortly after the events of FFIV; what was his name?
Who Does Terra Come to Love?
Terra was one of Final Fantasy's most conflicted characters, due to a devastating past that included being forcibly controlled through a slave crown. One of her greatest struggles is coming to terms with whether she'll ever be able to love anyone, due to both her past as well as the fact that she's a half-human, half-esper. This is ultimately resolved after the world is shattered by Kefka, when she comes to the realization that she can and does feel love. Who does Terra come to love?
Who Voiced Rikku in Final Fantasy X/X-2?
Final Fantasy X was the first game in the series which featured voice acting and that paved the way for Rikku to emerge as a fan favorite. While Rikku certainly had adorable mannerisms and a cute appearance, it was the strong performance by her English voice actress which helped further propel her popularity. That actress was co-winner of the 2003 award for Outstanding Achievement in Character Performance - Female from the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences for her performance as Rikku in FF X-2, sharing the award with Jada Pinkett Smith. Who is the English voice of Rikku?
In Which City Did the Garden Festival Concert Take Place?
Before there were selfies there was Selphie, the spunky Balamb Garden student who eventually joins Squall and co. on their mission. One of Selphie's biggest claims to fame is her role as the head of the Garden Festival committee, in which capacity she regularly pesters others to join. Her festival plans hit a snag when Balamb Garden is attacked by Galbadia and crashes, destroying the festival stage. That prompts Selphie to instead hold the event outdoors. In which city did it take place?
What Was the Name of Freya's Lost Love?
Final Fantasy IX's Freya, who happens to be the only anthropomorphized playable female character in the series, has spent several years searching in vain for her lost love, a fellow Burmecian and Dragon Knight. She finally finds him in Cleyra after joining the party, only to discover that he has amnesia and doesn't even remember her. While his amnesia never clears, the two of them eventually form a new bond and help to restore Burmecia together. What is the name of Freya's lost love?
Why Couldn't Eiko Deliver Her Love Letter to Zidane?
Upon first meeting the party, Eiko develops a crush on Zidane (I guess having a tail makes the girls go crazy for you). Upon arriving in Alexandria, she convinces Doctor Tot to help her write a love letter to him. However, the letter never ends up reaching Zidane, as it passes unsuccessfully through the hands of numerous characters. What happened to Eiko so that she was unable to deliver it to Zidane herself (and entrusted it to Baku of all people)?
Who Do Serah and Noel Need to Defeat to Unlock the Vanille's Truth Paradox Ending?
Final Fantasy XIII-2 featured a number of paradox endings, which were optional, alternate timeline story scenes that could be viewed under certain conditions. One of those endings, dubbed Vanille's Truth, takes place before Final Fantasy XIII began, in Oerba. There, a voice guides them to Vanille, who's locked in crystal stasis, tormented by her guilt for breaking her promise to Fang and leaving her during the War of Transgression. Who do Serah and Noel need to defeat to unlock this paradox ending?
Which of These Did Not Represent One of Lulu's Dolls in FFX?
Final Fantasy X's busty black mage Lulu can dish out some serious punishment on the battlefield, acting as the player's primary weapon against flans and elementals. She's also one of the most reliable heavy damage dealers to high HP enemies thanks to her strong magic. Things get ugly however when she runs out of MP, in which case she's forced to attack her enemies with a variety of cute dolls for miniscule damage. Those dolls came in a few different main forms; which of the options was NOT one of them.