Final Fantasy Tactics/Optional characters

Cloud Strife
You must have the Materia Blade to use his unique class abilities. You can find it at the top of Bervenia Volcano by using the Find Item skill.

Meiladol
You will get the option to have her join your party as you follow the story line, so you will eventually get her. She comes with the sword Save the Queen, which has +19 physical attack, and the Auto-Protect ability.