Final Fantasy Part 1: Character Creation and Coneria

The Party


My party consists of a fighter, a black belt, a white mage, and a black mage. I originally planned to use a thief, but I took him out because of his inability to steal (why become a thief if you can't steal?), and I replaced the red mage with the white and black mages because I want to go all in with my character classes this tour. When I played red mage in a previous file, I didn't find him strong enough in physical strength or magic.

Meet the party. They aren't much now, but they'll save the world...I think. We'll see after I try to understand the plot.

Arriving in Coneria

My companions just arrived in the nation of Coneria (one letter short of Corneria. Could Final Fantasy be the prequel to Star Fox?). How did I get here? I don't see a bridge everywhere. I see a port below, though. Did I come on a boat? Did I fall out of the sky? In any case, it's time to get equipped. After all, I can't save the day naked.

First, I visited the castle, where I ran into several guards who asked me if we were the LIGHT WARRIORS. Are they the same guard?

 

So going into the king's chamber, he is happy to tell me that I can go save the princess. I'm very pleased with Coneria's job market, though I think they're desperate to fill this LIGHT WARRIOR position. I didn't even hand him my resume yet!

After visiting the Coneria and buying armor, weapons, and magic, I make my way to the well, where Dragon Quest titles have taught me I can go down them to get amazing treasure!

How disappointing...

As I make my way to the Chaos Temple, I fight my first random encounter. Vic is a complete dope and attacks the air with his knife! I guess the warriors of light didn't complete high school before running away. I'll have to be careful and make sure I tell them exactly who I want to attack.

After entering the Chaos Temple, I run right into the middle of the room to find Garland (worst character name ever...so far.), where he talks smack.

Those are fighting words, Garland. I, LIGHT WARRIORS, will knock you down!

Although he does manage to knock down Vic (Strike two, Mr. Black Mage. Do I sense buyer's remorse?), Garland hits the ground easily. I think he's dead, so I step over his invisible corpse and rescue the Princess. Good game, everybody! See you in Final Fantasy II!

Wait, that's right. I was hired to bring light back to the ORBS (Crystals in subsequent versions). Well, I'm glad you finally constructed that bridge. I was wondering what kind of king you were. Now I realize that you're the type who doesn't build the bridge until the LIGHT WARRIORS pass by to cross it. Re-election will be a cinch for you now. Good luck, your Majesty!

As I cross the bridge, I am treated to a short introductory message, and I finally learn what I am going to be playing. How cinematic! I have the feeling this is going to be a great adventure!

OH! I was wondering why Mega Man felt so slow!

Coming up next time! I take care of Pravoka's Pirate Problem! (3P)

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