Years before the game begins Astos, the Dark Elf, put the [[#Elf Prince|Elf Prince]] into a perpetual sleep and robbed the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Elfheim|Elfheim]] castle. He also stole [[#Matoya's|Matoya's]] [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Crystal Eye|Crystal Eye]], preventing her from waking the prince. He originally appears as a normal Elf King, and asks the Light Warriors to retrieve "his" [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Crown|Crown]] from the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Marsh Cave|Marsh Cave]].
Characters are presented here in the same order they are met during the game.
See the [[../Bosses/]] page for all information about bosses and other opponent characters.
=== King of Cornelia ===
[[Image:FFI npc Cornelia King.gif|thumb|right|The King of Cornelia]]
Ruler of Cornelia and father of [[#Princess Sarah|Princess Sarah]], he sent messengers around the world to find the Light Warriors. As a test, he sent them on a quest to defeat [[#Garland|Garland]] and save the princess before repairing the bridge to {{s|Locations|Pravoka}}.
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Temple of Chaos}}, [[../Locations#Cornelia|Cornelia Castle]]
The King of the Dragons, Bahamut, rules over the Cardia Island and rewards adventures who bring him [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Rat's Tail|proof of their courage]]. After completing the [[Final Fantasy/Walkthrough/Chapter 6|trials]] he will change the Light Warriors' classes.
Daughter of the [[#King of Cornelia|Cornelian king]], Sarah was kidnapped by the knight [[#Garland|Garland]]. Once returned to Cornelia, she will give the Light Warriors the {{s|Key items|Lute}} that Garland stole from the castle.
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== Bikke ==
===Matoya===
[[Image:FFI npc Bikke.gif|thumb|right|Bikke the pirate]]
[[Image:FFI npc Matoya.gif|thumb|right|Matoya the witch]]
A pirate whose gang attacks ships on the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Inner Sea|Inner Sea]] and occasionally takes refuge in Pravoka. Once [[Final Fantasy/Bosses#Pirates|his gang]] is defeated, he will give the Light Warriors his ship.
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Matoya's Cave}}
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== Chaos ==
[[Image:FFI boss Chaos.gif|thumb|right|Chaos]]
*'''Alignment''': Evil
*'''Location''': [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Temple of Chaos (Past)|Temple of Chaos]]
The ultimate evil, Chaos is really the knight [[#Garland|Garland]] who was sent 2000 years into the past by the Four Fiends. Once in the past he sent [[#Tiamat|Tiamat]] and the [[#Kraken|Kraken]] 1600 years into the future and [[#Marilith|Marilith]] and the [[#Lich|Lich]] 1800 years into the future. Once there the Fiends took control of the Crystals and then in the present day sent Garland back in time, creating a time loop.
Matoya is a blind witch who needs the {{s|Key items|Crystal Eye}} to see. She lives in a [[../Locations#Matoya's Cave|cave]] north of [[../Locations#Cornelia|Conelia]] with her animated, speaking brooms. She is the only person capable of creating the potent {{s|Key items|Jolt Tonic}} needed to break the curse that [[#Astos|Astos]] cast upon the [[#Elf Prince|Prince of Elfheim]], but is unable to do so without seeing.
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== Circle of Sages ==
=== Elf Prince ===
[[Image:FFI npc Sage.gif|thumb|right|One of the sages]]
Nine sages, including the prophet [[#Lukin|Lukin]], who live in Crescent Lake. They will tell the Light Warriors about the four Fiends, and after defeating the [[#Lich|Lich]], give them a [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Canoe|canoe]].
An expert linguist, Dr. Unne can help people understand the language of the [[#Lufenians|Lufenians]] if they bring him the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Rosetta Stone|Rosetta Stone]] from the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Sunken Shrine|Sunken Shrine]]
The ruler of Elfheim who was put into a magical sleep by the Dark Elf [[#Astos|Astos]]. He can only be awaken with the {{s|Key items|Jolt Tonic}} from [[#Matoya|Matoya]].
The Dwarves of Mt. Duergar are working on building a canal that will allow passage from the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Inner Sea|Inner Sea]] to the rest of the world, however they need [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Nitro Powder|Nitro Powder]] from [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Cornelia|Cornelia Castle]] to finish the project. One of the dwarves is a master blacksmith, capable of forging the powerful sword [[Final Fantasy/Weapons#Excalibur|Excalibur]] from [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Adamantine|Adamantine]].
The ruler of Elfheim who was put into a magical sleep by the Dark Elf [[#Astos|Astos]]. He can only be awaken with the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Jolt Tonic|Jolt Tonic]] from [[#Matoya|Matoya]].
The Dwarves of Mt. Duergar are working on building a canal that will allow passage from the {{s|Locations|Inner Sea}} to the rest of the world, however they need {{s|Key items|Nitro Powder}} from [[../Locations#Cornelia|Cornelia Castle]] to finish the project. One of the dwarves is a master blacksmith, capable of forging the powerful sword {{s|Weapons|Excalibur}} from {{s|Key items|Adamantine}}.
A faerie who lives in the pond on the north side of Gaia. She was recently kidnapped, stuck in a [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Bottled Faerie|bottle]], and sold to the [[#Desert trader|Desert trader]]. Once released she will return to Gaia and give the Light Warriors [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Oxyale|Oxyale]].
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Melmond}}
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== Garland ==
[[Image:FFI boss Garland.gif|thumb|right|Garland]]
*'''Alignment''': Evil
*'''Location''': [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Temple of Chaos|Temple of Chaos]]
Former knight of [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Cornelia|Cornelia]] turned evil, Garland kidnapped [[#Princess Sarah|Princess Sarah]] and tried to ransom her for the throne. He also aligned himself with the four fiends and was send back in time 2000 years to become [[#Chaos|Chaos]].
An expert linguist, Dr. Unne can help people understand the language of the [[#Lufenians|Lufenians]] if they bring him the {{s|Key items|Rosetta Stone}} from the {{s|Locations|Sunken Shrine}}
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== King of Cornelia ==
=== Sarda ===
[[Image:FFI npc Cornelia King.gif|thumb|right|The King of Cornelia]]
[[Image:FFI npc Sarda.gif|thumb|right|Sarda, the great sage]]
Ruler of Cornelia and father of [[#Princess Sarah|Princess Sarah]], he sent messengers around the world to find the Light Warriors. As a test, he sent them on a quest to defeat [[#Garland|Garland]] and save the princess before repairing the bridge to [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Pravoka|Pravoka]].
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Sage's Cave}}
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== Kraken ==
[[Image:FFI boss Kraken.gif|thumb|right|The Kraken]]
One of the first Fiends to appear, the Kraken appeared 400 years ago, attacked [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Onrac|Onrac]] and sunk the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Sunken Shrine|shrine]]. After taking control of the Crystal of Water, the [[#Mermaids|Mermaids]] began to disappear.
A powerful sage who lives in a cave west of {{s|Locations|Melmond}}, he will give the Light Warriors the {{s|Key items|Earth Rod}}, which will grant them passage to the lowest levels of the {{s|Locations|Terra Cave}}. Sarda's cave is on the other side of the {{s|Locations|Titan's Cave}}, guarded by the ruby loving [[#Titan|Titan]].
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== Lich ==
=== Circle of Sages ===
[[Image:FFI boss Lich.gif|thumb|right|The Lich]]
[[Image:FFI npc Sage.gif|thumb|right|One of the sages]]
The Lich took control of the Crystal of Earth 200 years ago, causing the land around [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Melmond|Melmond]] to rot. His army of undead consume the land unchecked, turning the once green fields to rock and marsh.
An ancient and highly advanced race, the Lufenians built technological marvels such as the [[#robots|robots]], the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Tower of Mirage|Tower of Mirage]], and the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Flying Fortress|Flying Fortress]]. The remaining Lufenians retreated to the forests south of [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Gaia|Gaia]] and established a new town.
Nine sages, including the prophet [[#Lukin|Lukin]], who live in Crescent Lake. They will tell the Light Warriors about the four Fiends, and after defeating the [[#Lich|Lich]], give them a {{s|Key items|Canoe}}.
Lukahn is a wise and knowledgeable sage and prophet. He formerly lived in [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Conelia| Conelia]], but soon joined the [[#Circle of Sages|Circle of Sages]] at [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Crescent Lake|Crescent Lake]]. Before leaving, he prophesied to the [[#King of Cornelia|King of Cornelia]] that the Light Warriors would return peace and balance to the world. After that, the King sent people out to find the Light Warriors and bring them to Cornelia.
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Crescent Lake}}
Lukahn is a wise and knowledgeable sage and prophet. He formerly lived in {{s|Locations|Cornelia}}, but soon joined the [[#Circle of Sages|Circle of Sages]] at {{s|Locations|Crescent Lake}}. Before leaving, he prophesied to the [[#King of Cornelia|King of Cornelia]] that the Light Warriors would return peace and balance to the world. After that, the King sent people out to find the Light Warriors and bring them to Cornelia.
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== Marilith ==
=== Bahamut ===
[[Image:FFI boss Marilith.gif|thumb|right|Marilith]]
200 years ago Marlilith appeared with the [[#Lich|Lich]], taking control of the Crystal of Fire in Mt. Gulg.
The King of the Dragons, Bahamut, rules over the Cardia Island and rewards adventures who bring him [[../Key items#Rat's Tail|proof of their courage]]. After completing [[../The Trials/]] he will change the Light Warriors' classes.
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==Matoya==
[[Image:FFI npc Matoya.gif|thumb|right|Matoya the witch]]
Matoya is a blind witch who needs the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Crystal Eye|Crystal Eye]] to see. She lives in a [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Matoya's Cave|cave]] north of [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Cornelia|Coneria]] with her animated, speaking brooms. She is the only person capable of creating the potent [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Jolt Tonic|Jolt Tonic]] needed to break the curse that [[#Astos|Astos]] cast upon the [[#Elf Prince|Prince of Elfheim]], but is unable to do so without seeing.
=== Underhill ===
[[Image:FFI npc Underhill.gif|thumb|right|Underhill the desert trader]]
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Desert Caravan}}
A lone merchant in the great desert on the western continent, the trader has recently acquired a {{s|Key items|Bottled Faerie}}. Once [[#Faerie|she]] is returned home, she will help the Light Warriors out.
Inhabitants of the (now sunken) shrine in [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Onrac|Onrac]], they are in danger of becoming extinct ever since the [[#Kraken|Kraken]] took control of the shrine and the Crystal of Water.
A faerie who lives in the pond on the north side of Gaia. She was recently kidnapped, stuck in a [[../Key items#Bottled Faerie|bottle]], and sold to the [[#Underhill|Desert trader]]. Once released she will return to Gaia and give the Light Warriors {{s|Key items|Oxyale}}.
*'''Location''': [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Temple of Chaos|Temple of Chaos]], [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Cornelia|Cornelia Castle]]
Daughter of the [[#King of Cornelia|Cornelian king]], Sarah was kidnapped by the knight [[#Garland|Garland]]. Once returned to Cornelia, she will give the Light Warriors the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Lute|Lute]] that Garland stole from the castle.
Inhabitants of the (now sunken) shrine in {{s|Locations|Onrac}}, they are in danger of becoming extinct ever since the [[#Kraken|Kraken]] took control of the shrine and the Crystal of Water.
*'''Location''': [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Waterfall Cave|Waterfall Cave]], [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Tower of Mirage|Tower of Mirage]], [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Flying Fortress|Flying Fortress]]
Built long ago by the [[#Lufenians|Lufenians]], the robots were designed to aid them in the Flying Fortress. After [[#Tiamat|Tiamat]] took control of the Fortress, one of the robots stole the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Warp Cube|Warp Cube]] from the Tower of Mirage and hid in the Waterfall Cave.
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Lufenia}}
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== Sarda ==
[[Image:FFI npc Sarda.gif|thumb|right|Sarda, the great sage]]
A powerful sage who lives in a cave west of [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Melmond|Melmond]], he will give the Light Warriors the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Earth Rod|Earth Rod]], which will grant them passage to the lowest levels of the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Terra Cave|Terra Cave]]. Sarda's cave is on the other side of the [[Final Fantasy/Locations#Titan's Cave|Titan's Cave]], guarded by the ruby loving [[#Titan|Titan]].
An ancient and highly advanced race, the Lufenians built technological marvels such as the [[#robots|robots]], the {{s|Locations|Tower of Mirage}}, and the {{s|Locations|Flying Fortress}}. The remaining Lufenians retreated to the forests south of {{s|Locations|Gaia}} and established a new town.
The most powerful Fiend, Tiamat appeared 400 years ago and took over the Fortress after driving the [[#Lufenians|Lufenians]] out and seizing the Crystal of Wind.
*'''Location''': {{s|Locations|Waterfall Cave}}, {{s|Locations|Tower of Mirage}}, {{s|Locations|Flying Fortress}}
The titan lives in a tunnel that allows passage to [[#Sarda|Sarda]], however he will only move out of the way in exchange for the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Star Ruby|Star Ruby]], which is in the possession of the [[#Vampire|Vampire]].
Built long ago by the [[#Lufenians|Lufenians]], the robots were designed to aid them in the Flying Fortress. After [[#Tiamat|Tiamat]] took control of the Fortress, one of the robots stole the {{s|Key items|Warp Cube}} from the Tower of Mirage and hid in the Waterfall Cave.
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== Underhill ==
[[Image:FFI npc Underhill.gif|thumb|right|Underhill the desert trader]]
A lone merchant in the great desert on the western continent, the trader has recently acquired a [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Bottled Faerie|Bottled Faerie]]. Once [[#Faerie|she]] is returned home, she will help the Light Warriors out.
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== Vampire ==
[[Image:FFI boss Vampire.gif|thumb|right|The Vampire]]
As the only known resident of the Terra Cave, the Vampire was originally blamed for the rotting of the Earth (which was, in fact, caused by the [[#Lich|Lich]]). In reality, the Vampire merely guarded the entrance to the lower levels of the Terra Cave. The Vampire also owns the [[Final Fantasy/Key items#Star Ruby|Star Ruby]].
Ruler of Cornelia and father of Princess Sarah, he sent messengers around the world to find the Light Warriors. As a test, he sent them on a quest to defeat Garland and save the princess before repairing the bridge to Pravoka.
Daughter of the Cornelian king, Sarah was kidnapped by the knight Garland. Once returned to Cornelia, she will give the Light Warriors the Lute that Garland stole from the castle.
Matoya is a blind witch who needs the Crystal Eye to see. She lives in a cave north of Conelia with her animated, speaking brooms. She is the only person capable of creating the potent Jolt Tonic needed to break the curse that Astos cast upon the Prince of Elfheim, but is unable to do so without seeing.
The Dwarves of Mt. Duergar are working on building a canal that will allow passage from the Inner Sea to the rest of the world, however they need Nitro Powder from Cornelia Castle to finish the project. One of the dwarves is a master blacksmith, capable of forging the powerful sword Excalibur from Adamantine.
A powerful sage who lives in a cave west of Melmond, he will give the Light Warriors the Earth Rod, which will grant them passage to the lowest levels of the Terra Cave. Sarda's cave is on the other side of the Titan's Cave, guarded by the ruby loving Titan.
Nine sages, including the prophet Lukin, who live in Crescent Lake. They will tell the Light Warriors about the four Fiends, and after defeating the Lich, give them a Canoe.
Lukahn is a wise and knowledgeable sage and prophet. He formerly lived in Cornelia, but soon joined the Circle of Sages at Crescent Lake. Before leaving, he prophesied to the King of Cornelia that the Light Warriors would return peace and balance to the world. After that, the King sent people out to find the Light Warriors and bring them to Cornelia.
The King of the Dragons, Bahamut, rules over the Cardia Island and rewards adventures who bring him proof of their courage. After completing The Trials he will change the Light Warriors' classes.
A lone merchant in the great desert on the western continent, the trader has recently acquired a Bottled Faerie. Once she is returned home, she will help the Light Warriors out.
A faerie who lives in the pond on the north side of Gaia. She was recently kidnapped, stuck in a bottle, and sold to the Desert trader. Once released she will return to Gaia and give the Light Warriors Oxyale.
Inhabitants of the (now sunken) shrine in Onrac, they are in danger of becoming extinct ever since the Kraken took control of the shrine and the Crystal of Water.
An ancient and highly advanced race, the Lufenians built technological marvels such as the robots, the Tower of Mirage, and the Flying Fortress. The remaining Lufenians retreated to the forests south of Gaia and established a new town.
Built long ago by the Lufenians, the robots were designed to aid them in the Flying Fortress. After Tiamat took control of the Fortress, one of the robots stole the Warp Cube from the Tower of Mirage and hid in the Waterfall Cave.
