At present, the popularity of ninjas is soaring due to the unveiling of “Assassin’s Creed Shadows,” and there are numerous other Role-Playing Games (RPGs) that feature them. Among these, the Final Fantasy series boasts some impressive ninja characters. The one who stands out most is Yuffie from Final Fantasy 7. Although her attire doesn’t resemble traditional ninja garb, she showcases remarkable combat abilities, particularly in the recent remake undertaking.
Other well-known ninjas include Edge from Final Fantasy 4 and Shadow from Final Fantasy 6. Since the initial game, players have been able to take on Ninja roles, and how they played evolved between different titles. Which Final Fantasy games offer Ninja Jobs are you curious about?
8. Final Fantasy
From Thief To Ninja
Initially, the first “Final Fantasy” featured roles, or jobs, that players could assign to their four party members, including Warrior, Thief, Monk, Red Mage, Black Mage, and White Mage. At the start of the game, players made their selections, but midway through, these jobs could be upgraded, transforming seemingly weak ones into incredibly potent versions. For instance, the Thief could evolve into a Ninja, gaining access to additional equipment options and even Black Magic spells – an unusual trait for a Ninja in these games, making this version particularly powerful within the series.
7. Final Fantasy 3
The First Reversible Job System
In contrast to the original Final Fantasy, where jobs remained fixed, Final Fantasy 3 introduced a dynamic job system that allowed players to learn and switch jobs as they advanced. However, this 1990 NES game was inaccessible to Western fans until its release as the Pixel Remaster edition in 2021. Prior to that, fans could experience the DS 3D remake in 2006. There are distinctions between these versions, with the Ninja character being stronger or weaker depending on the version. For instance, in the 3D remake, Ninjas have the ability to throw items at enemies, but their equipment selection is limited. In contrast, non-3D versions offer a wider range of gear for the Ninja character.
6. Final Fantasy 5
Jobs With A Story
In Final Fantasy 5, they kept the Job system, building upon its features from the earlier version. By mastering these jobs, players could gain the ability to blend skills, creating special combinations by sharing talents across roles.
In the narrative, the party acquires ninja characters when they reach the Fire Crystal naturally. These agile warriors are capable of wielding two weapons simultaneously without any drawbacks, significantly enhancing their physical attack potency. Moreover, they can execute a ‘Throw’ command. The skill ‘Dual-Wield’ is transferable to other roles, empowering them similarly.
5. Final Fantasy 12
License To Kill
In Final Fantasy 12, Jobs are managed differently compared to other games in the series. Instead of starting from scratch on a License Board, every character starts at a specific point but can expand their abilities through a Chess-like skill progression system. There are twelve jobs associated with the zodiac signs, and the Shikari Job, a combination of Ninja and Thief roles, falls under Pisces. The protagonist, Vaan, begins in this section of the License Board. Players can unlock equipment for items like Daggers, Ninja Swords, and Light Armor using License Points (LP).
4. Final Fantasy 14
Too Many Classes To Count
In the world of Final Fantasy, Final Fantasy 11 marked the beginning of the MMO series and every expansion introduced fresh Jobs to conquer. On the other hand, Final Fantasy 14 developed the MMO structure further, offering players the chance to become a ninja much sooner compared to its predecessor. Unlike in Final Fantasy 11, where the Ninja Job was locked behind the first expansion called Rise of Zilart, players in Final Fantasy 14 initially had to become a Rogue, or the Thief equivalent, and then embark on a side quest to unlock the Ninja role. Unlike other games’ ninjas, those in Final Fantasy 14 were equipped with abilities to handle multiple adversaries simultaneously, making it more than just about mastering gear.
3. Final Fantasy Tactics
Two Hands, Two Weapons
Back in the day, I stumbled upon a game that revolutionized my gaming experience as a Western player – it was the first tactical RPG with a swappable Job system.
Much like Final Fantasy 5, the main attraction of having a Ninja character was the ability to wield two weapons without any penalties. This unique skill could only be accessed after advancing through the Archer, Geomancer, and Thief roles. Notably, Ninjas were also featured in the indirect sequel that continued the storyline within Ivalice – Final Fantasy Tactics Advance.
2. Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes Of Light
A Cuter Ninja Assassin
In a unique departure from the norm, Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light renames jobs as Crowns. As the story unfolds, players collect these Crowns and assigning them alters a character’s class. These Crowns can also be embellished with jewels to amplify their combat effects. A notable addition in this game is the introduction of Ninjas, which become accessible later on. One distinctive feature of the Ninja here is their passive ability to diminish the occurrence of random battles, a trait that other Final Fantasy Ninja characters lacked. This spinoff is widely viewed by fans as the forerunner to Bravely Default, another game that incorporated Jobs.
1. Stranger Of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin
The One Action Example
Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is essentially a fresh take, reinvention, and precursor to the initial game combined into an approachable Souls-like experience for newcomers. Similar to Final Fantasy Tactics, progressing levels allows you to unlock different Jobs. For instance, to play as a Ninja, players must progress through the Thief and Samurai Jobs, which follows a logical sequence. The protagonist, Jack, can take on any Job, whereas his companions are limited to a few; only Jed, another character, can also become a Ninja alongside him.
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