5 Dumbest Villain Plans in Final Fantasy History

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Summary

  • Kefka destroys the world he wanted to rule, showcasing his chaotic nature.
  • Cagnazzo’s plan fails due to his inability to mimic the King of Baron.
  • Reeve’s robot spy gains autonomy, showing the flaw in his villainous plan.

The “Final Fantasy” game series is renowned for its intricate storylines, which at times can become overly complex. Consequently, certain antagonists devise overly elaborate schemes that are riddled with uncertainties, thereby making it simpler for the protagonists to thwart them and ultimately secure victory.

In some cases, villains devise strategies that seem deliberately nonsensical, while others become progressively baffling as players delve deeper into their logic. Regardless, it’s not uncommon for Final Fantasy to present a share of schemes that are difficult to comprehend. Here are some of the most memorable instances.

8. Kefka Ruins A World He Wanted To Control

To Be Fair, He’s Known For Being Unhinged

It’s possible that Kefka, who thrives on disorder, might have been considered a prime contender for ruling a devastated world in Final Fantasy 6. Yet, if this character had aspirations for global conquest within the game, it may appear strange that he would destroy the world he intended to govern, which seems counterintuitive.

It might be his unique brilliance that Kefka exhibits, as fans never know what his unpredictable jester antics will bring. The fact that he didn’t foresee the chaos the Warring Triad’s balance disruption would cause for the world suggests that he favors improvising over meticulous planning.

7. Cagnazzo Poorly Imitates The King Of Baron

Not Emulating His Personality Made It Clear He Was A Doppelganger

Right from the beginning of “Final Fantasy 4”, Cecil senses something suspicious about his adoptive father’s actions. Only after being deceived and transforming into a Paladin does he return to Baron, in search of answers regarding his suspicions.

As it transpires, Cagnazzo – one of the game’s Archfiends – had actually slain the true King of Baron and impersonated him. A more prudent scheme this would have been if he had only pretended to be the genuine king initially, rather than immediately adopting a tyrannical demeanor. This way, Cecil wouldn’t have suspected anything until it was too late.

6. Reeve’s Robot Spy Gained Autonomy

Just One Reason Why Cait Sith Is Such A Reviled Character

Among the characters in the “Final Fantasy” series, Cait Sith is often disliked due to his role as a spy robot initially controlled by Reeve. He observes the party clandestinely until a opportune moment when he acquires consciousness and makes a selfless sacrifice – yet surprisingly, he reappears shortly thereafter.

Instead of attributing praise, it seems Reeve’s plan should be criticized for its numerous flaws. It makes little sense to endow a covert-operative robot with sentience. This action undeniably increases the likelihood that the robot might develop feelings for its new acquaintances, potentially swaying it from its assigned villainous mission.

5. Ultros Struggles To Drop A 4-Ton Weight Onto Celes

Made It Easy To Disrupt His Plan

In the game “Final Fantasy 6”, Ultros is a lovable, mischievous villain that people enjoy defeating occasionally. Despite not being the sharpest cephalopod in the sea, his attempt to ruin the Opera with an incredibly comical and poorly executed plan, deserves special recognition.

In a rather amusing plot twist, this octopus somehow contrived to haul a 4-ton weight up to the rafters, with intentions to drop it on Celes. However, it became so heavy that he required five minutes to finish this act of sabotage. Although this scene is comical, it underscores how foolish Ultros can be, and why his meddlesome behavior ceased once the grave World of Ruin took center stage.

4. Ardyn Absorbs Everyone’s Starscourge

He Failed To Consider The Consequences

Though Ardyn remains enigmatic, it might prove challenging for fans to connect with him as a villain once they discover his backstory. In an attempt to act selflessly, Ardyn took upon himself the malady of affected individuals by incorporating the Starscourge.

This was a strategy that everyone, even his wicked brother, cautioned him against. In the end, Ardyn’s lack of foresight ended up being detrimental to his aspirations. The Crystal refused him and plunged him into despair following an act of selflessness that he should have given more thought to.

3. Gilgamesh Builds Up A Major Attack Only To Whip Out Excalipoor

A Hilarious Moment That Makes Gilgamesh More Endearing

Gilgamesh, in Final Fantasy 5, comes across as one of the most lovable foolish antagonists due to his simplicity. His silliest deed is reserved for after his transformation into a more formidable adversary, which highlights just how comically hapless he can be.

Fans anticipate a significant sacrifice as Gilgamesh readies an apparently powerful weapon, yet ends up dealing minimal damage with the Excalipoor. It’s amusingly foolish that he hadn’t used this weapon in battle before, aligning well with his careless character.

2. Iedolas Aldercapt Does Nothing To Fight The Starscourge

Loses Himself In The Crystal’s Power

In the vast world of Final Fantasy, FF15’s Iedolas stands out as one of the least memorable villains due to his lack of complexity and intelligence. When players scrutinize his scheme, they often find it laughably flawed. The primary objective behind his quest for the Crystal was to cure his Starscourge, but ironically, he ended up being consumed by its power rather than using it wisely for self-care.

In his moment of understanding that he required the Ring of the Lucii for self-healing, it was already past the point of no return. The emperor, who launched an attack on Insomnia resulting in King Regis’ demise, later transformed into a mindless demon, pursuing Noctis relentlessly before meeting an unremarkable end in battle.

1. Ultima’s Race Created Humanity, Only To Be Thwarted By Their Creation

A Ridiculously Convoluted Plan That Was Bound To Fail

Despite Ultima’s intimidating nature, fans find it hard not to think that his plan was among the most foolish in the annals of Final Fantasy history. His race created humans and then slumbered for ages following their irresponsible use of magic, which came close to causing Valisthea to perish entirely.

What makes this plan look particularly foolish is the belief that humans, once informed they would be sacrificed to revive a race that nearly destroyed Valisthea, wouldn’t resist. A more effective approach might have been to restrict human free choice, but it seems that prudence and long-term thinking were not among Ultima’s strengths.

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2025-03-11 05:34