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"Final Fantasy" Etymology Trivia Quiz

A quiz for those who have ever wondered where the names of "Final Fantasy" come from.

A multiple-choice quiz by squall180. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
squall180

Time
5 mins

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Multiple Choice

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296,345

Updated
Dec 03 21

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20

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Question 1 of 20

1. Most summons from the "Final Fantasy" series have acquired their names from various mythologies, however do you know which aeon does not? Hint

Ifrit

Bahamut

Shiva

Anima

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Question 2 of 20

2. "Final Fantasy XII" introduced some new espers to the mix. One of them that can be encountered early on is Adrammelech, but can you tell me where the name comes from? Hint

Norse mythology

Assyrian culture

Greek mythology

Islam

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Question 3 of 20

3. Alexander gets its name from the Greek alexandros meaning protector of man. However, only one game in the series personifies this quality in Alexander do you know which? Hint

"Final Fantasy VII"

"Final Fantasy VI"

"Final Fantasy IX"

"Final Fantasy X"

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Question 4 of 20

4. In Arabian mythology, Bahamut was an enormous fish with the bull Kujata perched on its back. The summon Kjata is most likely derived from this bull, but which game can you find it in? Hint

"Final Fantasy Tactics"

"Final Fantasy VII"

"Final Fantasy V"

"Final Fantasy VIII"

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Question 5 of 20

5. Cerberus is the three-headed guard dog of Hell, but in which game is he an ally? Hint

"Final Fantasy VII"

"Final Fantasy IV"

"Final Fantasy V"

"Final Fantasy VIII"

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Question 6 of 20

6. Cuchulainn was introduced in "Final Fantasy XII" as an Esper that could be obtained in the Garamscythe Waterways. His etymology is unique, but where does it come from? Hint

Finland

Scotland

Ireland

Iceland

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Question 7 of 20

7. An optional GF, Diablos, can be obtained very early in "Final Fantasy VIII", but where is his name from? Hint

Both Spanish and Islam

Islamic Mythology

Spanish Language

Neither

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Question 8 of 20

8. Yojimbo first appears in "Final Fantasy V" as a distinct enemy and reprises that role throughout the rest of his appearances. What is that role? Hint

Ninja

Juggler

Ronin

Marksman

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Question 9 of 20

9. Daigoro is always seen with Yojimbo in both "Final Fantasy X" and "Final Fantasy X-2", but in the manga what was the special relation between them? Hint

Father and Son

Brother and Sister

Brothers

Grandfather and Grandson

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Question 10 of 20

10. Fenrir makes several appearances in the series in several forms, but how did his name come about? Hint

Greek Mythology

Egyptian Mythology

Chinese Mythology

Norse Mythology

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Question 11 of 20

11. Ifrit has been the symbol of fire ever since "Final Fantasy III", but where does he get his name? Hint

Juddaism

Hinduism

Islam

Paganism

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Question 12 of 20

12. Lakshmi shares appearance and description with Venus and Aphrodite, but in which Eastern religion? Hint

Islam

Hinduism

Buddhism

Confucianism

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Question 13 of 20

13. Leviathan is a hallmark of the "Final Fantasy" series and has been depicted as the king of summons, but where is his name from? Hint

Judaism

Christianity and Judaism

Islam

Christianity

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Question 14 of 20

14. The Midgardsormr goes by what other name more commonly in the series? Hint

Midgard

Jormungandr

Durandal

Ragnarok

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Question 15 of 20

15. Odin is well known among video games, as is his spear, but do you know the name of his steed? Hint

Gungnir

Sleipnir

Gilgamesh

Zantetsuken

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Question 16 of 20

16. The Phoenix is one of the more recognizable creatures from the series, however it is not always friendly. In which game does the phoenix appear as a normal enemy? Hint

"Final Fantasy II"

"Final Fantasy"

"Final Fantasy III"

"Final Fantasy V"

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Question 17 of 20

17. The four guardians of the 8th circle of hell make an appearance in the series as well, but in which game? Hint

"Final Fantasy XII"

"Final Fantasy X"

"Final Fantasy VI"

"Final Fantasy IV"

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Question 18 of 20

18. Quetzalcoatl only makes an appearance as a GF, but it has a unique etymology. Do you know what it is? Hint

Australian Mythology

Assyrian Culture

Japanese Mythology

Aztec Mythology

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Question 19 of 20

19. Ragnarok is one of the best swords attainable in every game that it is included in, but from where is the origin of its name? Hint

Norse mythology

Greek mythology

Roman mythology

African mythology

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Question 20 of 20

20. The siren utilizes the same type of attack in all of her forms, what is it? Hint

Flying

Dancing

Singing

Talking

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Most summons from the "Final Fantasy" series have acquired their names from various mythologies, however do you know which aeon does not?

Answer: Anima

Anima is Latin for soul, life. It is a feminine noun, which is fitting for this aeon, since Seymour's fayth is his mother. Anima is also the basis for the concept of animism; the acknowledgment of a soul for plant-life, rocks, and other such natural objects. Some religions and mythologies have aspects of animism built into the foundations of belief, such as Shamanism.

2. "Final Fantasy XII" introduced some new espers to the mix. One of them that can be encountered early on is Adrammelech, but can you tell me where the name comes from?

Answer: Assyrian culture

In Assyrian culture, Baal Adramelch was revered as the sun god, where Baal can be translated as Lord. These beliefs spread into the Samarian culture when Assyrian colonists settled it. It is this change in geography that can be associated with the name change to Adramelech, where the "melech" ending can be translated as "king" in Hebrew.

3. Alexander gets its name from the Greek alexandros meaning protector of man. However, only one game in the series personifies this quality in Alexander do you know which?

Answer: "Final Fantasy IX"

In "Final Fantasy IX", Alexander can be seen defending Alexandria from Kuja and Bahamut. However, Alexander is destroyed by Garland in order to prevent Kuja from obtaining his power.

4. In Arabian mythology, Bahamut was an enormous fish with the bull Kujata perched on its back. The summon Kjata is most likely derived from this bull, but which game can you find it in?

Answer: "Final Fantasy VII"

Kjata is one of the summons in the game that can be skipped over without even knowing. Just before entering the Sleeping Forest, wait until you see a red glimmer float across the screen. Interacting with the glimmer gives access to the Kjata materia.

5. Cerberus is the three-headed guard dog of Hell, but in which game is he an ally?

Answer: "Final Fantasy VIII"

According to Greek mythology the Cerberus was the sibling of the Hydra and the Chimera. The GF Cerberus in "Final Fantasy VIII" is one of the few which does not inflict damage when summoned, instead he casts Double or Triple on the party.

6. Cuchulainn was introduced in "Final Fantasy XII" as an Esper that could be obtained in the Garamscythe Waterways. His etymology is unique, but where does it come from?

Answer: Ireland

Cuchulainn is the Irish equivalent of Hercules. He was known most famously for his battle prowess.

7. An optional GF, Diablos, can be obtained very early in "Final Fantasy VIII", but where is his name from?

Answer: Both Spanish and Islam

"Final Fantasy VIII" uses both meanings of Diablos to form the image. In Spanish, Diablos means demon or devil, accounting for the physical appearance. In Islam, a diablos is a djinn or spirit that appears out of a lamp, accounting for the acquisition of the GF.

8. Yojimbo first appears in "Final Fantasy V" as a distinct enemy and reprises that role throughout the rest of his appearances. What is that role?

Answer: Ronin

Yojimbo is Japanese for "bodyguard" and Chinese for "service for hire". These translations are both evidenced in "Final Fantasy X" since Yuna must pay Yojimbo for his services. The character of Yojimbo is based on the Japanese gekiga "Lone Wolf & Cub".

9. Daigoro is always seen with Yojimbo in both "Final Fantasy X" and "Final Fantasy X-2", but in the manga what was the special relation between them?

Answer: Father and Son

This nickname came about because of the youthfulness and relative size to his father. Daigoro is the weakest attack in Yojimbo's arsenal, but it is powerful nonetheless.

10. Fenrir makes several appearances in the series in several forms, but how did his name come about?

Answer: Norse Mythology

Fenrir appears as an Esper, an eidolon, a boss, and a common enemy. In Norse mythology, Fenrir is a child of Loki, destined to kill Odin.

11. Ifrit has been the symbol of fire ever since "Final Fantasy III", but where does he get his name?

Answer: Islam

Like Diablos, Ifrit is a djinni of Islamic mythology. It was written that when cut, Ifrit bled fire.

12. Lakshmi shares appearance and description with Venus and Aphrodite, but in which Eastern religion?

Answer: Hinduism

Lakshmi is the Hindu goddess of wealth, beauty, and light. It was her beauty that possessed Owzer to purchase her magicite and attracted the Chadarnook.

13. Leviathan is a hallmark of the "Final Fantasy" series and has been depicted as the king of summons, but where is his name from?

Answer: Christianity and Judaism

Leviathan was a demonic sea serpent of the Old Testament and the Talmud. He makes an appearance in all of the games in the main series with the exception of "Final Fantasy" and "Final Fantasy X".

14. The Midgardsormr goes by what other name more commonly in the series?

Answer: Jormungandr

The Jormungand first appeared as an enemy in "Final Fantasy III" and progressed to the Esper Midgardsormr in "Final Fantasy VI". The Midgardsormr/Jormungandr gets its name from Norse mythology. Another of Loki's children, the "World Serpent" is destined to kill Thor.

15. Odin is well known among video games, as is his spear, but do you know the name of his steed?

Answer: Sleipnir

The king of the Norse gods rode an eight-legged horse, Sleipnir, and carried the holy lance Gungnir. Father of Thor, Odin is felled by Fenrir during the Norse apocalypse.

16. The Phoenix is one of the more recognizable creatures from the series, however it is not always friendly. In which game does the phoenix appear as a normal enemy?

Answer: "Final Fantasy III"

The Phoenix is world renown and can be found in Greek, Chinese, and Egyptian mythology as well as American culture. In "Final Fantasy III", the Phoenix lacks its fire element as well as its life-giving abilities.

17. The four guardians of the 8th circle of hell make an appearance in the series as well, but in which game?

Answer: "Final Fantasy IV"

According to "Dante's Inferno" part 1, Scarmiglione, Rubicante, Cagnazzo, and Barbariccia are responsible for guarding the 5th bolgia. This section of the 8th circle of hell is reserved for corrupt politicians.

18. Quetzalcoatl only makes an appearance as a GF, but it has a unique etymology. Do you know what it is?

Answer: Aztec Mythology

Quetzalcoatl is the creator and sky god associated with fertility, earth, and wind. The name Quetzalcoatl means serpent-bird, which can be seen in its featherless coat when summoned.

19. Ragnarok is one of the best swords attainable in every game that it is included in, but from where is the origin of its name?

Answer: Norse mythology

Ragnarok is the Norse equivalent of Armageddon. During Ragnarok, Odin would lead Valhalla against Loki and the earthen creatures in a battle that would result in the beginning of a new world order.

20. The siren utilizes the same type of attack in all of her forms, what is it?

Answer: Singing

The siren is a figure from Greek mythology that would use her song to cause sailors to crash their ships along reefs and shoals. Her song attacks cause damage in addition to the silence status effect.

Source: Author squall180

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