The best elves in Final Fantasy

Key things

• Original interpretations of elves in Final Fantasy include Elvaan and Elezen, representing different characterizations.
• Characters like Queen Arbor and Lunera challenge traditional elven stereotypes and offer depth and development.
• Archbishop Thordan IV subverts typical elven traits by being a power-hungry antagonist who defies player expectations.

While the fantasy genre is bursting with originality, elves have become its mystical base – from the works of JRR Tolkien to The Elder Scrolls franchise. Just like from Square Enix Final Fantasy series can get at times, the genre defining JRPG is no different.

Including more traditional depictions of regular and dark elves Final Fantasy the franchise has also incorporated several original interpretations of the character trope with the likes of Elvaan and Elezen.

8 Arbor Queen

Child Queen of the Forest Living Arbor People

Queen Arbor from the city of the same name, at first glance a bit rude and malicious, has an innate dislike of people and stops the progress of players in Final Fantasy: Four Heroes of Light. Her short temper and tendency to riot by turning people into animals can make her disliked by players. However, she eventually helps the party after peace has been somewhat restored.

The matriarch of the forest elf race, the silver-haired Queen of Arbor, evolves over the course of the player's interactions with her. This ranges from being completely unconcerned about their situation, to not only returning her magic, but also helping her with the ability to use “Lux” – the best white magic spell in the game. Furthermore, in proving their tenacity, the players see Queen Arbor's mistrust soften and elf-human relations open up again.

7 Lunera

A powerful yet kind elf of lore and legend

Existing within as a historical figure Final Fantasy Brave ExviusLunera is not only depicted as kind and skilled as a warrior, but also welcoming to other non-elven races. Lunera's leadership and openness inspires her people, even if it still leads to her untimely death.

Her actions cemented her as a figure in her culture's mythos for over 700 years, as she is portrayed as believing that elven people have a responsibility to act as moral helpers to humanity, rather than despising them compared to most of the rest of her algae. Lunera's kindness and understanding, eventually perishing due to illness, set her apart from many of her Elven contemporaries within. Final Fantasy Brave Exvius and also across the franchise.

6 Gramps / Freyr The Elf King

A rude intruder turned benevolent elven monarch

• First appearance: Final Fantasy Dimensions
• Issued by: September 6, 2010
• Developer: Matrix software
• Platforms: FOMA 903i, iOS, Android
• Genre: RPG

When Granny first approaches players around a campfire in the dead of night, many are likely to be on guard, especially when confronted with his blindness, amnesia, and lewd behavior. However, this gruff old man turns out to be none other than the much-loved and respected King of the Elves, Fryer.

While his rudeness is appalling, the eventual revelation of his true identity reveals the contrast between his alter ego and royal heritage. A highly skilled archer and selfless leader, his bait-and-switch detection is still seemingly a highlight Final Fantasy Dimensions' narration.

5 Prince of Elfheim

The original introduction of elves in the Final Fantasy franchise

Probably one of the most notable examples of an elven character in Final Fantasy franchise, the Prince of Elfheim plays an integral role in the narrative of the series' inaugural title.

Cursed into a seemingly eternal sleep by the dark elf Astos, players are tasked with waking him up using the Jolt Tonic. Admired by his people, who have helped him as much as possible during the five years he has been under his leadership, he provides the Warriors of Light with a Mystic Key that not only aids them in plotting their adventures, but can also open optional rooms and doors throughout the world . game.

4 Fourchenault Levelilleur

A strong Sharlayan that maintains the tradition despite the necessary intervention

As the intelligent and powerful mage at the heart of the Sharlayan Forum, Fourchenault is an integral conduit through which players Final Fantasy 14 you can learn more about the nation in the Northern Empty. A savage Elezen, he preaches the ideals of wisdom and reason while maintaining an indignantly stoic attitude toward pacifism.

Although he claims to try to uphold the traditions and culture of his people, he interacts with the player and other characters with a soft and gentle demeanor. However, players see this personality shift when he is interrogated by his children and Sharlayan's non-interference is questioned. Despite adhering to typical elven values, Fourchenault is evolving Final Fantasy 14'with Shadowbringers and Endwalker expansion that culminates in him joining the player's party and providing incredibly powerful magic during their battle during the “Forlorn Glory” Role Quest.

3 Haurchephant Greystone

A fan-favorite Elezen Lord who meets a warrior's end

Despite his noble upbringing as Lord of House Fotemps, Haurchefant Greystone's openness and care for outsiders is firmly at odds not only with his upper-class upbringing, but also with the superiority we usually see in elven characters in fiction. Additionally, his honest yet romantic optimism made him a fan favorite companion Final Fantasy 14which makes his heroic death all the more devastating.

His well-intentioned character is strengthened in his time throughout the narrative Final Fantasy 14'with An Empire Reborn expansion from his defending the player from Ser Zephirin's lightsaber inwards Final Fantasy 14: Heavensward proves deadly. Although he dies in the player's arms, his spirit takes the form of his sword and shield while defending the Scions of the Seventh Dawn during Final Fantasy 14fourth extension, Endwalker.

2 Prish

An intelligent Elvaan who is maturing fast

Because Prishe is impulsive, wild, and foul-mouthed, she is depicted as incredibly different from other Elvaans in Final Fantasy 11.

Take on a key narrative role in the game Promathia Strings expansion, Prishe goes through arguably one of the most tumultuous periods of character development of any elven character in the series. Christened the Eye of Altana, she is hated by others of her race. However, she is later respected by her people when she helps them escape during the stormy fall of Tavnazium. Additionally, she also struggles with notions of self and meaning, as her immortality is stripped away when Cardinal Mildaurion is stripped of control over her thoughts.

1 Archbishop Thordan IV

A power-hungry twist on Elven Tropes

While the display elf-like characters in Final Fantasy vary greatly from person to person, they are often depicted as kind and moral beings. As such, when Archbishop Thordan IV is presented as a firm but fair elderly leader of Ishgard, many players may have taken his appearance at face value.

However, behind the wise and caring facade of the elderly Elezen is the face of the primary antagonist Final Fantasy 14'with To heaven extension. Worshiped by dictatorial power, Thordan lusts for power and guile, even putting his own son in the line of fire as he pursues his goal of becoming a god-king. Condemning the innocent is relatively common for power-hungry villains, yet as an elven character, Thordan defies player expectations and is arguably one of the series' best surprise villains.