The Edgiest Characters In Final Fantasy Games

Key Takeaways

• Shadow’s dark history justifies his brooding persona, making him a memorable Final Fantasy 6 character.
• Lightning’s no-nonsense personality and tough demeanor in Final Fantasy 13 set her apart as edgy and unique.
• Auron’s overpowering strength and cool, calm personality make him a fan-favorite in Final Fantasy 10.

Final Fantasy is a series full to the brim with some of the best and most memorable characters in gaming history. Players love controlling these party members as they embark on an epic quest to save the world from a nefarious force time and time again.

These characters have varied personalities, with some being as edgy as they come. While their dark and brooding personality is justified to an extent, that doesn’t take away from how world-weary these characters may seem, which can sometimes cross a limit.

8 Shadow

Can Be A Bit Too Melodramatic And Brooding At Times

Shadow is one of the best party members in Final Fantasy 6, there’s no denying that. However, while this mercenary is quite powerful in combat, he also sports a dark history that has led to him being rather dark and aloof at times.

While the tragedies he suffered in his past may justify his edgy personality, he’s far from the only person in Final Fantasy 6 who has suffered personal tragedies. While Locke manages to stay upbeat despite losing the love of his life, Shadow recedes and adopts a cold-hearted personality that makes him a memorable character in the eyes of many.

7 Lightning

Has A No-Nonsense Personality And Isn’t Afraid To Get In Someone’s Face If They’re Giving Her A Hard Time

Final Fantasy 13 is the black sheep of the series in the eyes of many. Most people simply didn’t resonate with a game that was full to the brim with technical jargon, unlikable characters, and a game world that took way too long to open up and let players enjoy the freedom they wanted.

The main character, Lightning, feels like a mix of Cloud and Squall’s personalities, making her as edgy as they come. She isn’t afraid to come to blows in any disagreement and hides her true feelings behind a veneer of indifference that makes her a tough nut to crack.

6 Vincent Valentine

An Unwilling Experiment With A Dark Past

Vincent Valentine is one of the most memorable party members in Final Fantasy 7, making it hard to believe that he’s an optional party member who can be missed if players don’t explore Shinra Manor properly. This character has a tragic history, losing the love of his life to Hojo’s wily schemes.

To make things worse, Hojo forced him to undergo an experiment that turned him into a shapeshifting superhuman with immense strength. It’s easy to see why this character can seem quite edgy, but fans love him regardless.

5 Kain Highwind

Constantly In Conflict Over The Dark Nature Of His Actions

The dynamic between Kain and Cecil is a fascinating one to witness. While the latter resents his dark past and undergoes a change to follow the path of good, Kain delves further into a life of evil after being successfully manipulated by forces unknown to work against the betterment of the world.

This dragoon is in constant conflict over the nature of his actions in the past along with his feelings for a woman who loves his best friend. These moral quandaries lead to him being rather edgy at times, but his cold personality is justified for the most part.

4 Squall Leonhart

Prefers To Be Lonely And Aloof For Most Of The Game

Most people aren’t huge fans of Final Fantasy 8 because of its protagonist, who can seem insufferable at times with how dismissive he can be of his allies. This edgy personality can make for a poor first impression, but it doesn’t take long for Squall to show his true colors.

Under his indifferent attitude, Squall harbors deep insecurities about how unreliable he is and doesn’t want to be responsible for a group of people he can fail at any given moment if he exhibits poor decision-making. Thankfully, his friends refuse to give up on Squall, recognizing his natural capabilities as a leader and compelling him to be better for the sake of the people relying on him.

3 Jack Garland

A Rude And Unintentionally Hilarious Character

Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin makes no effort to hide the edgy nature of its protagonist, a mysterious character consumed by his hatred for Chaos. He can be quite brutal and edgy for his own good, leading to unintentionally hilarious moments that will make fans guffaw in otherwise serious moments.

Thankfully, fans of Final Fantasy will love the wild nature of this story and how Jack’s personality is justified to an extent. The game may have its flaws but is worth checking out for players who want to check out a unique take on the events that lead up to the first game’s story.

2 Auron

Boasts An Intense Aura And Barely Cracks A Smile

Auron is one of the best characters in Final Fantasy 10, utilizing his overpowering strength to take out any foe that dares to stand in his way. It’s not until the final stages of this game’s narrative that fans find out about Auron’s true origin as an Unsent who was whisked to Spira along with Tidus to put an end to Sin’s rampage once and for all.

He hates Yunalesca for manipulating his friends and killing him, hiding this hatred behind a cool and calm personality that features a decent sprinkling of edge. Auron has no haters despite his cold attitude, mainly because players accept this side of his character for the sheer power he wields in battle.

1 Noctis Lucis Caelum

Can Be A Bit Too Nonchalant And Confrontational For His Own Good

The bond shared by the main cast of Final Fantasy 15 is a huge reason why this game was beloved by many. Despite having the bulk of the screen time, it’s Noctis who ends up being slightly unlikeable for sporting an attitude despite having the support of his friends.

While he does open up from time to time, Noctis has a habit of either showing no emotions at all or lashing out like a spoiled brat whenever he’s in a mood. For what it’s worth, the events of Final Fantasy 15 weigh heavily on Noctis’ mind and lead to him being so aloof and aggressive at times.