Can You Beat The Ultimate Final Fantasy Quiz?
- by Marin Johnson
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Final Fantasy is the fantasy tale without end, giving birth to new lovable characters and enticing new plots with each new game. The first game is scarcely recognizable with rows of sprites for enemies and party member with 4-letter names, but the newest games are almost realistic enough to fool the audience into believing they are seeing real human beings.
The graphics engine is not the only thing that has changed. Cute, yellow chocobos have held every position in the party from summon monster to battle mount to petting zoo animal. Only a small handful of monsters from malboros to cactaurs have carried through from game to game, but the legend they carry with them is enough to cause a bedlam each release date.
Do you have what it takes to carry this quiz to victory? How well do you understand the inner workings of the Final Fantasy world, the beloved characters like Cloud and Yuna, and the staples that carry through from game to game? How well do you remember the core pieces that make Final Fantasy what it is and not just a random collection of separate games that carry the same title? Are you a true Final Fantasy fanatic?
Which game is Vincent Valentine originally from?
Vincent Valentine is not your typical playable character, not even in a JRPG. His dark, brooding mood is contagious, making the other characters uneasy. Starting out as Lucrecia Crescent's guard, Vincent Valentine becomes the subject of the same line of experimentation that gives rise to Sephiroth. Rather than take his vengeance on the world, Vincent focuses his contempt on Professor Hojo and joins the party to take down Sephiroth once and for all. Which game did these events take place in?
What is the coded language called in Final Fantasy X?
When Tidus first arrives at a ruin in Final Fantasy 10, he is discovered by a ship crew that seems hesitant to trust him. They speak what at first appears to be an entirely different language but as it turns out, each letter corresponds to a letter in English (or the original Japanese), making it more of a code. The name of the language is also the name of this people, considered heathens for their willingness to use the technology that doomed the world to its fate.
What is this yellow bird called?
These yellow birds run wild in several Final Fantasy games but can also be tamed or raised then either fitted with armor and ridden into battle or fed precious and rare greens and ridden onto the race track. These creatures can be ridden up hills to reach areas that are otherwise out of the question in Final Fantasy X. They also serve as a core component of battle ground quests in Final Fantasy Type 0, and summoned in several other games. What is the name of this bird?
What is this Final Fantasy III party dressed as?
Final Fantasy III has a unique party setup. While it has four specific playable characters, it is the player's choice which fighting style that each character uses. The choices include the all-physical warrior, the multi-talented ranger, the elemental spell-wielding black mage, and the musically talented and knife-wielding bard. There are 22 options in total, letting the player enjoy different run-throughs with an entirely different set of tactics. The class, or job, that the party is currently dressed as is probably not the best tactically, but they sure do look cute in those outfits.
What is the money in Final Fantasy games called?
Very little stays the same between Final Fantasy games. In some, players can ride in chocobo races, but some involve no chocobos at all. Some include summoned monsters as a focal point of the plot while others turn to more technological threats. Some have cars and motorcycles, some rely entirely on foot travel. One thing that has not changed from the very first game to Final Fantasy XV to little side games like Chocobo's Dungeon 2 is what the money is called.
What is this adorable little creature?
These little critters are extremely friendly. They often live in holes like rodents but the interiors are furnished and decorated like cozy little homes. The hopping balls of fluff are featured in Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles in which one of their homes is hidden in each of the levels. The critters are not fighters but are also immune to miasma, suggesting that they are monsters rather than humanoids. In Crystal Chronicles, the party is accompanied by one of these friendly creatures whose coat can be dyed.
What does an ether do?
One of the reoccurring elements in Final Fantasy is the items. Though items can sometimes be used in different ways, their basic purpose remains the same, as do the base status effects and status bars of the characters. An ether is one of the items which can be used to restore one of the character's statuses or status bars. It can be used in one turn in one of the turn-based RPGs. What exactly is it that an ether does?
Who is this?
This Final fantasy XIII character is easy to become annoyed by due to her peppy attitude, but that happiness does not reach far beneath the surface. Her duties as a l'Cie have given her a terrible predicament which haunts her every moment. Despite the pain, this character does her best to help everyone she knows to find the silver lining in their suffering and to remember how to smile. What is the name of this almost senselessly cheerful young woman?
Which of these characters can summon?
Summoning is one of the main themes of Final Fantasy X. According to tradition, a summoner must travel to the calm lands protected by their guardians in order to banish Sin and restore peace to the scattered islands of Spira. A summoner is also responsible for sending lost souls to the farplane so that they don't turn into fiends, dangerous beasts that ravage the land outside the towns. Which of these characters can summon powerful aeons to fight in battle?
What is this funny-looking creature?
Look out! This creature may look innocent enough, but it is hiding a terrifying attack known as "10000 Needles." The name is self-explanatory. The creature first appears in a Final Fantasy VI desert before making an appearance in every major game ever since. The bizarre creatures are easy to underestimate the first time but turn out to become the makings of nightmares, the monster that no one ever wants to encounter. In Final Fantasy XV, little figurines of this monster can be given to a sad little boy who lost his family in the attack.
Which item restores both HP and MP?
In the Final Fantasy universe, health and magic are denoted in the same way next to the status bars. HP stands for health points and indicates how close a character is to a KO. In certain games, reaching o health means using an item to restore the character's life, but in others it simply means waiting until the battle is over for the character's health to be restored. MP is rarely restored automatically though often save points will restore HP and MP fully. Which item does the same?
Who is this?
Introducing the boar-headed yet optimistic character who charges forward and keeps the group pointed the right direction in Final Fantasy XIII. He is also the one to exhibit the most adverse reaction to the group's twisted and unfortunate fate, but he follows through to become the fierce heart of the party. He is most famous for declaring, "Since when have heroes ever needed plans," which speaks for both his brash attitude and his determination to act as a hero whenever help is needed.
What is Noctis' secret identity?
Noct and his three closest friends enjoy the freedom of traveling the kingdom of Lucis together under the guise of hunters. They take on quests wherever they go, getting to know the local business owners and their troubles while the world slowly falls into darkness. While the player can while away for hours training to catch the rarest legendary fish or checking the lights which protect the cities from being destroyed by demons, there is another quest Noct must take on due to his true identity.
What is Wakka holding?
In the struggling island world of Spira, there is still one pastime which brings people together. When Sin can attack at any moment, when fiends surround the borders of every village, there is still one game which every child can dream of playing in the big leagues. This is Wakka's dream and Tidus's former life. Wakka hopes to lead his team to victory but prioritizes supporting Yuna in her mission above all else. Of course, that doesn't mean he can't take his equipment with him into battle.
What does a potion do?
According to the lore around potions in the real world, a magical concoction can do anything from making middle-aged men grow bald to causing crops to wither during the hot summer. In Final Fantasy, however, a potion has just one distinct purpose and it has nothing to do with falling under a love spell or growing warts. Instead, the purpose of a potion is far more practical. As a side note, an energy drink called a potion was released in Japan in order to celebrate the release of Final Fantasy XII.
Where does Tidus claim to be from?
Tidus is a fish out of water in Final Fantasy X. He can't name the capital of Spira, has no idea what a summoner is, and doesn't even know how to pray properly. The one thing he does know is blitzball. According to his memories, he is the star player of a highly popular blitzball team in a city full of life. That city is remembered only as a piece of history, maybe even legend. What is the city called?
What happens if this enemy is not defeated quicky enough?
This recurring enemy appears in several Final Fantasy games and changes up the strategy the player must use in order to survive the battle unscathed. Before unleashing its most devastating move, the enemy grows noticeably bigger. Its menacing smile never vanishes from its face. In some games, this monster is defeated easily using fire spells, but in others, fire will actually restore its health. This monster first appeared in Final Fantasy II and has been making players scratch their heads ever since.
Which game is this from?
This complex game cannot be accurately summarized in a quick paragraph, but it begins with the liberation of a half-human, half-esper girl who had been a mind-controlled soldier of the Empire. Here, Terra fights powerful enemies in her mech suit without a chance of failure. The main characters of this game are Terra, Locke, Edgar, Sabin, Cyan, Gau, Celes, and Setzer, each extremely colorful characters. The player can even play a moogle. What is the name of the game that they come from?
Who is this man?
This is Noct's best friend in Final Fantasy XV. The two grew up together, having met in school. While Noct has always had a soft spot for fishing, this character has always loved photography. No matter what is going on, he will always want to stop for a good snapshot. His favorite animal, though there are few competitors in fluffiness or cuteness, is the chocobo. He loves to visit the chocobo farm. As he sings throughout the game, he also loves to ride his chocobo all day. Who is this kind-hearted and friendly character?
What is Yuna doing?
As a summoner, Yuna takes on a spiritual duty to those around her as she makes her pilgrimage through Spira. Her main duty may be to banish Sin, but she is capable of much more along the way. The people look upon her as a spiritual leader who brings both hope for the future and solace for those experiencing loss. Yuna is about to perform a ritual considered sacred by the people of Spira. What is it that she is about to do?
Who is this?
This character was born as Claire Farron but changed her name when dealing with the loss of her parents and her new responsibility of taking care of her younger sister, Serah. At times, this character can be extremely cold, but it comes from a place of dread. Knowing that anyone can be lost at any time, this character tries not to become attached to anyone she meets as she tries to save her sister and protect her homeland of Cocoon.
What is Wakka doing?
In the Final Fantasy universe, machines are not powered by electricity but by ancient, powerful spirits. According to the lore, it was the over-reliance on machina that resulted in the birth, or maybe awakening, of Sin. The remaining people are very religious and believe that using machina is blasphemous. Wakka is performing a bow which is very familiar to Tidus but to him it has far more to do with good sportsmanship than anything else. What is Wakka doing in this picture?
Which game is Auron from?
In this game, Auron acts as a sort of father figure to someone who lost his father long ago. He knows more than he ever speaks out loud, and lets that knowledge guide his somewhat brutally delivered advice. Auron is a powerful sword fighter with more fighting experience by far than anyone else in the party. Only he knows exactly why the quest the group is on is doomed to repeat itself over and over, as he has made this journey before.
What is this horrifying monster?
This gigantic monster thrives in sewers and swamps. Its Bad Breath spams the party with a variety of status effects including poison and silence. It first appeared in Final Fantasy II. In Final Fantasy VIII, they can be devoured to boost spirit. This beast is also a common enemy in Final Fantasy Tactics which uses its spores to turn other monsters into another of itself. In Final Fantasy XV, this creature is large enough to take up an entire room and force the party to navigate around the corners.
What is in the air?
The story of Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles features a certain threat that has always been a background concern in the past: a poisonous gas that monsters seem to thrive in while humans struggle to breathe. This gas also appears in forests and swamps on occasion or in monster attacks in Final Fantasy Tactics Advanced, also in the enemy base in Final Fantasy XV, but in Crystal Chronicles the entire world is overrun with this deadly poison. What is it called?
Why is this person made of crystal?
In three Final Fantasy games to date, there are gods known as fal'Cie which choose mortals to undertake missions for them. These mortals are branded as l'Cie and must fulfill a task called a Focus chosen by the god. The primary story that this lore comes from is the Final Fantasy XIII universe which is based around a group of l'Cie struggling to either fulfill or avoid their Focus. The fal'Cie are also revisited in Final Fantasy XV and are a significant element of the story in Final Fantasy Type o.
What does a phoenix down do?
According to real-world lore, a phoenix is a bird which burns down to ash and then is reborn as a baby fiery bird. It is a symbol both of eternal cycles and of immortality. The phoenix down has existed in the Final Fantasy universe ever since Final Fantasy II, and became such an important element of the Final Fantasy universe that they were introduced into the original Final Fantasy game in the Gameboy Advanced version of the game. What exactly does this item do?
Which character has appeared in nearly every game?
Few things stay the same between Final Fantasy games. A small handful of monsters cross over between games, and but the meta plot of each story is hardly ever related. Somehow, however, there is one character in particular who always seems to show up in one way or another: the airship pilot. Young or old, with glasses or without, this character almost always has a knack for engineering and dreams which lead him to take off in his own airship. What is this re-appearing man's name?
What is this hideous beast?
This gooey mess all but ignores physical attacks and all but melts at the touch of magic. It is also a bit of a magician, itself. If it bothers to attack physically, it will painlessly bop against its enemy, but its magic is quite potent. Sometimes it will expel an elemental gust of wind from its mouth, other times it will craft a spell much like the characters do. In either case, watch out, and remember to attack it with its opposite element.
Who does this car belong to?
In Final Fantasy XV, Noct and his three companions cruise around the countryside in a car very familiar to his childhood. He takes excellent care of his vehicle, trusting only Ignis or himself to drive it, and making frequent visits to Cindy's shop to repair or customize his beautiful vehicle, or at least the game supplies the player with ample opportunities to do so. There is even a side quest line which eventually leads to the vehicle to no longer require gas and have powerful anti-demon headlights.
How come Cloud can wield this sword?
Cloud has impressive super strength, as demonstrated by his ability to wield a super-sized sword. He claims at first to be a member of SOLDIER, a group of super soldiers that has been injected with Jenova cells. At first, Jenova was believed to be a member of an ancient race called the Cetra, but as it turns out Jenova is actually an extraterrestrial being capable of an entirely different line of powers. If Cloud is not actually a member of SOLDIER, then where does his super-strength actually come from?
What is this freaky thing?
This monster is arguably the creepiest thing ever to come out of the Final Fantasy universe. The creature never appears at the beginning of the game, only just before or just after the ending of the game when the player feels a false sense of security and believes nothing is capable of taking them down. Then comes this quiet little thing, holding an innocent-looking kitchen knife and a lamp. In games that include instant death, this monster can annihilate one or all party members in one turn.
What is this?
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a...monster? What exactly lies under that oversized witch's hat? Is it friend or foe? Players who joined late and did not enjoy Final Fantasy III may have no idea what this mysterious creature is, or whether to attack it or welcome it into their party. For other players, this is a very familiar sight and the player knows exactly what to do. Of course, this figure has shown up in plenty of games afterward due to its humorously ambiguous design.
Who is this man?
The plot of Final Fantasy VII focuses on what happens when scientists play God and attempt to create new life. This is the life they create, a super powerful, mentally unstable monster that is not quite human anymore. He does not take orders and cannot be controlled. The only person that can hope to take down such a foe is another subject of the same horrific experiment, if only he can overcome the horrific side effects of such hubris. What is this man's name?
What is the most powerful fire spell in Final Fantasy?
At the beginning of the game, a black mage must send out little tufts of flame using a spell called "fire." Later, either through the natural progression of leveling up or through navigating a complex xp system such a a sphere grid or crystarium, the mage gains access to more powerful spells. In some games such as Final Fantasy X, a character who starts out only knowing how to use weapons can one day possess such an ability, but in more rigid leveling systems only character with certain jobs can hope to cast it.