Chocobos, Moogles, spells and swords, each Final Fantasy game may have an individual story with unique characters and settings, but some elements of the franchise appear in every title. These elements have reoccurred so many times that the lessons that come along with them have been drilled into our minds. At this point, I don't even realize that the reasoning behind most of my decisions is. Subconsciously, I know it has something to do with Final Fantasy. If you don't believe me, read Final Fantasy: What We Learned and see why you hum the Victory Fanfare after every accomplishment.
Final Fantasy: What We Learned
Each Final Fantasy installment may be its own unique story, but that doesn't mean we haven't learned anything from the series. From Final Fantasy to Final Fantasy XIV, the lessons learned from the franchise will stay with us forever.
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By Sal Basile January 24, 2012 |
Final Fantasy: What We Learned
Credit: Square Enix
Size Matters |
Maybe the reason I should be wearing gloves all the time is so I can get a grip on a sword that is double my height and triple my body weight. I'm sure lifting this guy will be a cinch if I just get a firm grip and put my back into it. Not only do these gigantic blades feel light as a feather, but they're the only weapons you'll be able to use against enemies with equally exaggerated swords.
Then, there's the Gunblade; when all else fails, use the sword that's actually a gun that can be used as a sword.
Final Fantasy: What We Learned
Credit: Square Enix
One Loyal Friend |
My life is a lot like the different iterations of Final Fantasy. There might be a bit less fantasy, but the characters in my life come and go, best friends fall in and out of contact and lovers grow apart. While the cast might change, there is one, loyal, reoccurring character in everyone's life they know they can count on. He might not be your best friend and you guys might not always get along, but, whenever you're in a jam, you know you can give him a call. Rain or shine, this one loyal friend will do his best to help you out.
Loyal friends usually have a profession in airship aviation and repair too. It's always nice to have a friend with a flying boat.
Final Fantasy: What We Learned
Credit: Square Enix
Cacti Will Eat Your Soul |
Did you know a cactus could kill you ten times before you hit the ground? Seriously, the reason I haven't been back to Vegas in a while is because it is terror level &^*%ing red over there. One. Thousand. Damage. One thousand damage? Are you shitting me? Those tiny, windowsill cacti are ticking time bombs. Throw that out and get yourself a Chia Pet or something. Cacti are pure evil.
Just look at them. Sitting and waiting.
Victory Fanfare |
Sometimes, there's only one thing that gets me through a difficult, meaningless task. While I'm slaving away, working hard for a meager reward, all that motivates me is the prospect that I'll hear that famous jingle in my head when I'm done. You may be making 50 copies at work, or you may be saving the world, either way you're going to twirl your 8-feet-long sword onto your back and hum the Victory Fanfare.
Final Fantasy: What We Learned
Credit: Square Enix
No Armor, No Problem |
Most of the best armor you'll equip yourself with just barely puts you above the description of nude. People really need to start thinking outside the box. Do you think you're better armored if the equipment is covering you? Sorry to break it to you, but it's all about stats. Sta-tis-tics. Go ahead, put on your chainmail, platemail, lasermail; whatever you got, throw it on. My Speedo is +23 agility. While you're lugging around in that metal disaster, I'll have you defeated before you can shield your eyes from my body.
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