The Final Fantasy series is heavily influenced by the fantasy genre, so it is not uncommon to see otherworldly elements being implemented into each of its stories. Each entry is home to some of the most endearing characters in video gaming, with many capable of harnessing some strange abilities.
Many characters tend to rely on ethereal objects and auras to obtain their power, but some will receive their strength due to the desires of another. There are several unusual sources of power in Final Fantasy, but some are more bizarre than others.
10 Tifa - Final Fantasy 7
Tifa is highly regarded for her unbelievable strength and ridiculous combat abilities. Though she arms herself with nothing more than an ordinary pair of leather gloves, her vast knowledge of martial arts permits her the strength to devastate her opponents without the need for magic.
Tifa began studying martial arts as a young child thanks to the help of Zangan, Nibelheim's local martial arts master. He is a mysterious figure confined to a minor role, but he is the sole source of Tifa's inhuman strength.
9 Ignis - Final Fantasy 15
Ignis is one of the most devoted party members in Final Fantasy 15. He is tasked by the kingdom of Lucis to protect Noctis from harm no matter the cost and repeatedly fulfills these obligations when he is required to. Not only must he ensure Noctis' safety, but also see to it that he is well-fed.
Ignis is one of the most talented cooks present in the entire Final Fantasy series. The meals he creates offer a variety of unique buffs and power enhancements upon being consumed, so it is no wonder why Noctis keeps him around.
8 Ashe - Final Fantasy
Ashe is the only currently living descendant of King Raithwall, the first Dynast King of Ivalice. The aftermath of the Battle of Nabudis left her without a kingdom to rule and forced her to form a rebellion in the hope of reclaiming what is rightfully hers.
Ashe can call upon the powers housed in magicite, stones that appear ordinary but house a frightening level of power. The events of Final Fantasy 12 see her scavenging Ivalice in search of these objects and eventually harnessing the strange powers they possess thanks to her royal bloodline.
7 Cloud - Final Fantasy 7
Cloud introduces himself to Barret and his companions as an ex-SOLDIER First Class, but this description is entirely false. He was never a member of SOLDIER, let alone a high-ranking member of the division, so his impressive powers must have come from somewhere else.
Cloud later learns that he obtained his abilities as a result of one of Hojo's experiments. Hojo injected Cloud with cells from Jenova, an extraterrestrial life form the Ancients believed was capable of destroying the planet. With these alien cells flowing through his veins, Cloud can wield the power of Jenova, but there are repercussions to doing so.
6 Jecht - Final Fantasy 10
Jecht was once an ordinary Blitzball star who wanted nothing more than to take care of his family. While training for an upcoming match in the nearby ocean, however, Jecht's life is derailed by a monstrous entity known as Sin. He is transported to Zanarkand and spends his time in this unfamiliar world searching for a way to go home.
To destroy Sin, Jecht decides to pledge himself to Braska and transform himself into an Aeon. Yunalesca grants him the ability to become a Fayth, a process that eventually leads him to become a new incarnation of Sin. He becomes the most powerful entity in Spira thanks to this transition, but there are certainly more conventional means of acquiring similar strength.
5 Noctis - Final Fantasy 15
As the destined ruler of Insomnia and the prophesied savior of the world, Noctis is placed under a great deal of pressure for most of his story. In an attempt to reclaim his stolen kingdom from the clutches of the Empire, he embarks on a journey to acquire the powers of the Lucian Crystal.
Instead of immediately receiving the Crystal's blessing, Noctis is absorbed by it and housed inside until the gods deem him ready to fulfill his destiny. He escapes the Crystal's confines ten years later and uses his newfound powers to defeat Ardyn, the source of the world's chaos.
4 Cid - Final Fantasy 12
Cid was once the loving father of Balthier, but his quest for power saw him negating his fatherly duties in favor of achieving his more sinister goals. His ventures take him to Giruvegan, a forgotten land full of mystery. While navigating its frightening hallways, Cid encounters Venat, a member of the Occuria, the most powerful beings in all of Ivalice.
Cid strikes an interesting deal with Venat to obtain the god's powers in exchange for his help. He later goes on to manufacture a more powerful version of magicite thanks to his assistance, but ultimately loses his mind due to Venat's influence. Venat gifts Cid with baffling power but enslaves him in the process.
3 Setzer - Final Fantasy 6
Setzer is a gambling man who regularly relies on the influence of luck to dictate his adventures. He is also one of the few characters in the world who possess an airship, making his presence at the party a necessity for Terra and her companions if they hope to put an end to Kefka's reign.
In battle, Setzer has the option to roll his dice to determine the strength of his next attack. He will unleash a bafflingly powerful attack if his rolls are successful and will often destroy his enemies if they are susceptible to it. Relying on luck is not typically recommended for most video game characters, but Setzer embraces its unpredictable nature and allows it to shape the majority of his actions.
2 Wakka - Final Fantasy 10
Wakka is the proud captain of the Aurochs, a poor-performing Blitzball team from the Island of Besaid. He is a gifted athlete and is arguably the most talented member of the team, but his impressive athleticism isn't restricted to just sporting activities.
Wakka uses his Blitzball abilities in combat whenever he is given the option to. His comrades choose to use swords, spears, and magic to defeat their enemies, but Wakka's input in battle sees him throwing a Blitzball in the hope of vanquishing his foes. Not many video game characters rely on footballs to give them power, but Wakka is an exception.
1 Rinoa - Final Fantasy 8
Rinoa is first introduced to Squall during a ball at Balamb Garden. The two share in a frantic dance before she exits the premises, but destiny reunites them later in the story. During their first battle together, Rinoa reveals that her strength comes from an unlikely source.
Rinoa joins the party alongside her pet Australian Shephard, Angelo. The pair act as a sort of duo outside of battle, but the two work in tandem during combat to decimate their enemies. Rinoa will call upon her unsuspecting dog to attack her foes, an action that sees her perching Angelo on her arms and firing her like a bullet at her intended target.