The FFV FAQ

Chris Kohler (chrisk@aol.com) | Tatsushi Nakao | Nora Stevens Heath (nora@heathens.co.nz)
and others

HTMLized by Nora Stevens Heath -- Version 3

Hello! This time 'round it's I, Nora, who's tightening up the whole FAQ and adding some more info. Enjoy!

Part One: The Manual

Contents:

SECTION 1: The Job System
SECTION 2: Ability List
SECTION 3: Magic Spells/Songs/Chougou (Mixing Items)
SECTION 4: Partial Item List
SECTION 5: Types Of Weapons/Armor
SECTION 6: Status Changes

Part Two: More Info

Part Three: Walkthroughs and More

Part One: The Manual

SECTION ONE: THE JOB SYSTEM
by Nora Stevens Heath (nora@heathens.co.nz)

Introduction to Jobs

Obtaining Jobs from Crystals
A number of crystals exist somewhere in the world of FFV. The heroes and heroines can be granted great powers from these crystals. These powers are "Jobs". The following is an introduction to each job's characteristics and accompanying items.

Special Command
The job's unique command. During battles, you may use these commands, which are displayed in the command window.
Inherent Abilities
The job's inborn talents. These commands won't be displayed, but they are applied automatically.
Possible Weapon(s)
What this job may wield as weapons. For a description of weapons, please see the information to the bottom right, "Types of Weapons".

[Knight]
Knight

Special Command: "Protection"
Completely defend oneself from the enemy's direct attacks (by sword, axe, etc.; magic attacks excluded); damage received is zero.

Inherent Ability: "Protect"
When a friends' HP are very low, the Knight occasionally intercepts an enemy's attack by shielding the weakened character. The Knight's defense is high; he or she is also well-protected. Because only the Knight can use powerful Knight Swords, this job's offensive/defensive power is balanced, making it a very dependable job.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords

Monk (Black Belt/Karate)

Special Command: "Kick"
The Monk will jump into the enemy's midst, delivering a powerful kick to each one.

Inherent Abilities: "Counter"; "Fight"
Fighting with his or her bare hands is the monk's strong point. Since the Monk cannot equip any weapons, he or she is preeminent in hand-to-hand combat strength. After receiving an enemy's direct attack, the Monk will occasionally lash back with a counterattack doing a set amount of damage. The Monk is strong; HP are high.

Possible Weapon(s): Unable to equip weapons.

[Monk]

[Thief]
Thief

Special Command: "Steal"
Steal items from monsters during battle. You can miss, though, and not all enemies have items.

Inherent Abilities: "Hidden Passages"; "Caution"; "Dash"
The thief has great agility. In dungeons and castles, the Thief can see hidden passageways; in battle, they will never receive surprise attacks. By pressing the B button and moving in any direction, the Thief can move twice as fast as usual in towns and dungeons.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers

Dragoon

Special Command: "Jump"
The Dragoon will jump high into the air and attack enemies with a dive. With this command, the hit rate is 100%; and if wielding a spear, the damage is doubled.

Inherent Ability: No special abilites.
Agility is not that high, but the Jump attack is powerful. Their defense is high, as they may wear protective equipment. The job is unique in that Dragoons can equip spears. Even if in the back row, their Jump command deals damage without changing their attack power.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, spears

[Dragoon]

[NInja]
Ninja

Special Command: "Throw"
Throw shurikens and ninja scrolls (Katon Scroll, etc.). The Ninja can also throw swords and other weapons.

Inherent Abilities: "Wield Two Weapons"; "First Attack"
The Ninja can wield weapons in both hands, making him or her an agile fighter. They up the chances of receiving "First Attack" when entering a battle. The "Katon Scroll" (fire roasts enemies), "Raijin Scroll" (lightning attack), and "Suiton Scroll" (water attack to all enemies) are powerful ninja scrolls.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers

Samurai

Special Command: "Coin Toss"
One's money (GP) is thrown in this attack. The higher the character's level, the more the money thrown.

Inherent Ability: "Blade Catching"
An exotic warrior, the Samurai is the only character who can wield the fantastically sharp katana. A Samurai will randomly catch direct attacks (by sword, axe, and other weapons, magic attacks excluded), rendering them harmless.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, katana

[Samurai]

[Berserker]
Berserker

Special Command: None

Inherent Ability: "Berserk"
The enemy will suffer a crashing defeat at the hands of this earnestly fighting soldier who attacks continuously and automatically in battle. The strength of a Berserker is the highest out of all the jobs; he or she has a heavy destructive power with the capability to equip axes.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, axes

Archer

Special Command: "Aim"
It takes a little longer to attack, but Aim raises your hit rate to a definite 100 percent, assuming the target has not duplicated itself.

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
With his or her lightness, a bow and arrow makes the Archer an excellent archer. The bow and arrow may be used in either front or back row with no change in power, which is convenient. As job levels rise, the Archer will learn "Animals", and be able to call upon various small animals of the forest to lend a helping hand.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, bows and arrows

[Archer]

[Magic Swordsman]
Magic Swordsman

Special Command: "Sword Magic"
Can use all Sword Magic. Once Sword Magic is selected, it is in effect until the end of the battle, barring ineffectiveness in battle [i.e., death, petrification, Mute, etc.] or a new choice of Sword Magic.

Inherent Ability: "Magic Barrier"
The Swordsman's magic is in the sword attack "Magic Sword". Magic is certain to strike the enemy with this attack. When the Swordsman's HP is low, he or she will automatically put up a magic barrier (Shell).

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords

White Mage

Special Command: "White Magic"
Can use all White Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast.

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
A magician whose "White Magic" is used primarily for recovery and defense. The White Mage is weak, and his or her ability to wear defensive equipment is limited, but for retaliation and defense, one White Mage is necessary. Especially when entering deep dungeons and when fighting against bosses, the White Mage's recovery ability is essential.

Possible Weapon(s): Staffs

[White Mage]

[Black Mage]
Black Mage

Special Command: "Black Magic"
Can use all Black Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast.

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
This magician produces fire, lightning, and the like as the main result of "Black Magic". The Black Mage can't use strong equipment, so he or she is weak in physical attacks. However, the Black Mage's skill with powerful magic helps his or her friends. He or she can dish out some real power, especially against a large group of enemies.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, rods

Time Mage

Special Command: "Time/Space Magic"
Can use all Time/Space Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast.

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
A magician who can freely manipulate time and space by casting "Time/Space Magic". With this magic, a Time Mage can stop enemy's movements, turn back time to their advantage, and hasten battles with formidable enemies--and especially show their power against bosses.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, staffs

[Time
Mage]

[Caller]
Caller

Special Command: "Call"
Can use all Call Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast.

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
A magician who may call upon the phantom world's beasts with "Call Magic". Sweep away normal monsters with weak Call Magic or call something more powerful; a Caller has the highest maximum MP. Some call beasts may be purchased, but the strongest ones lay in wait to be defeated.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, rods

Blue Mage

Special Command: "Blue Magic"
Learn each monster's special attacks and use them as blue magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast.

Inherent Ability: "Learning"
A Blue Mage can learn monsters' special attacks (BloodSuck, Goblin Punch, etc.) and use them from the next battle onward with the command "Blue Magic". He or she can equip weapons and armor of standard strength.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords, rods

[Blue Mage]

[Red Mage]
Red Mage

Special Command: "White/Black Magic"
Can use up to Level 3 white and black magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast.

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
With standard-strength weapons and armor, the balanced Red Mage can cast both restorative white magic and damaging black magic. However, even with the use of heavy equipment, the Red Mage is limited to magic up to level 3.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords, rods, staffs

Monster Trainer

Special Command: "Catch (Release)"
Catch a monster once it is weakened. You can then release the monster in battle (only once) using the command "Release".

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
The Monster Trainer leads enemies by the nose; weakened monsters may be captured. The Trainer's weapon is the whip, which paralyzes enemies. As job levels rise, the Trainer will learn "Control", allowing him or her to manipulate the enemy.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, whips

[Monster Trainer]

[Chemist]
Chemist

Special Command: "Drink"
"Giant's Medicine" and other exclusive items may be drunk only during battle, thus raising one's power.

Inherent Ability: "Knowledge of Medicine"
The Chemist is a specialist in Potions, Eyedrops, and other recovery items. When a Chemist uses these items, their effectiveness doubles. As job levels rise, the Chemist will learn "Mixing", whereby two medicines may be combined to form a new third medicine (see "Mixing Items" for more information).

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers

Elemental Mage

Special Command: "Elemental Attack"
"Wind Gust", "Whirlpool", "Leaf Dance", etc., are natural attacks used in battle for various effects.

Inherent Abilities: "Damage Floor"; "Evade Hidden Holes"
By utilizing the power of Nature, several different attacks are unleashed by this super-capable person. Although the Elemental Mage cannot use swords, he or she may equip bells, producing sound waves that deal out damage to the enemy. Also, "Damage Floor" reduces the damage normally received from walking on certain floors to zero, and hidden holes will become visible.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, bells

[Elemental Mage]

[Bard]
Bard

Special Command: "Sing"
Sing songs learned around the world for all sorts of effects. (See "Songs" for more information.)

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
Bards sing songs with strange powers. They play harps whose tunes have different effects on the enemy. Some powerful songs are learned from fellow Bards throughout the world, so be sure to seek out these masters.

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, harps

Dancer

Special Command: "Dance"
Dance strange dances to put the enemy into disorder.

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
Equipment is limited, but the special attack method "Dance" makes up for it. However, the Dancer has the best defense against magic attacks: the Ribbon, which only the Dancer and the Suppin can wear. A Dancers in your party would make your trip really tough, but adventurous and fun...right?

Possible Weapon(s): Daggers

[Dancer]

[Suppin]
Suppin [roughly, "no mask"]

Special Command: None

Inherent Ability: No special abilities.
The Suppin can use all weapons and armor, but their job levels do not go up. They can select two abilities for use (see "Abilities and Their Selection" for more information).

Possible Weapon(s): Every weapon may be used.

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SECTION TWO: ABILITY LIST
by Nora Stevens Heath (nora@heathens.co.nz)
Intro by Chris Kohler (ChrisK2018@aol.com)

INTRODUCTION:
In Part 2, you read about the different jobs that a character can use. They gain different abilities as their Job Level goes up. This is a list of abilities for different jobs and at what Job Level they earn these abilities.

Each magic and ability with a "!" in front of its name will appear on the command menu for use in battle.

NAITO (Knight)
1. Kabau (Protect)
  Protect weakened friends from direct attacks.
2. !Mamori (Protection)
  Defend oneself perfectly against direct attacks (damage 0).
3. Ryoutemochi (Two-Handed Wielding)
  Attack power is doubled, but you can't wear a shield.
4. Tatesoubi (Shield Wearing)
  Characters who don't usually wear a shield may wear one.
5. Yoroisoubi (Armor Wearing)
  Characters who don't usually wear armor may wear it.
6. Kensoubi (Sword Wielding)
  Wield a sword with the strength of a Knight.
MONKU (Monk) [Black Belt/Karate]
1. !Tameru (Store Up)
  Store up power for a while, then unleash a doubly powerful attack.
2. Kakutou (Fight)
  Fight with the empty-handed strength of a Monk.
3. !Chakra
  One's HP are recovered, and darkness and poisoning are healed.
4. Counter
  After being directly attacked, will randomly counterattack.
5. HP 10% Up
  Maximum HP is raised by 10 percent.
6. HP 20% Up
  Maximum HP is raised by 20 percent.
7. HP 30% Up
  Maximum HP is raised by 30 percent.
SHIIFU (Thief)
1. Kakushi Tsuuro (Hidden Passages)
  Hidden passages become visible.
2. !Tonzura (Escape)
  Run from battles. Faster than using the L and R buttons to run.
3. Dash
  Use the B button and the crosspad to move twice as fast in towns and villages.
4. !Nusumu (Steal)
  Steal treasures from monsters.
5. Keikai (Caution)
  Avoid back attacks 100 percent.
6. !Bundoru (Capture)
  Steal from monsters while attacking them.
7. Chokomaka Kaugoku (Restlessly Moving)
  Have the speed of a Thief.
Ryuukishi (Dragoon)
1. !Jump
  A jump attack. Wielding a spear does twice the damage [in this attack].
2. !Ryuuken (Dragon Sword)
  HP and MP are stolen [from the enemy] and applied to one's own.
3. Yarisoubi (Spear Wielding)
  Wield spears with the power of a Dragoon.
Ninja
1. !Kemuridama (Smoke Bomb)
  Run from battles. Faster than using the L and R buttons to run.
2. !Bunshin (The Other Self)
  Make a second image of oneself and avoid two direct attacks.
3. Sensei Kougeki (First Attack)
  The probability of a surprise attack is increased.
4. !Nageru (Throw)
  Weapon-throwing attack; usually very powerful.
5. Nitouryuu (Wield Two Weapons)
  Weapons in both hands; two attacks [each round].
Samurai
1. !Mineuchi (Defensive Offense)
  Enemy is numbed by the attack.
2. !Zeninage (Coin Toss)
  GP-throwing attack. The higher the level, the more the damage given.
3. Shirahadori (Blade-Catching)
  Occasionally catches a blow [causing no damage].
4. Katanasoubi (Katana Wielding)
  Wield a katana with the strength of a samurai.
5. !Iainuki (Quick Sword Display)
  Flash one's katana quicker than the eye can see and do away with one enemy.
BAASAAKAA (Berserker)
1. Berserk
  Always Berserked in battle.
2. Onosoubi (Axe Wielding)
  Wield an axe with the strength of a Berserker.
Karyuudo (Hunter)
1. !Doubutsu (Animals)
  Call upon forest friends (animals) [to help in battle].
2. !Nerau (Aim)
  "Aim" ups your Hit rate.
3. Yumiyasoubi (Bow and Arrow Wielding)
  Wield a bow and arrows with the strength of a Hunter.
4. !Midare Uchi (Disorder Shot)
  Four consecutive attacks. However, each has half the power of one strike.
Mahoukenshi (Magic Swordsman)
1. Hinshide Barrier (Dying Barrier)
  When near death, cast oShell.
2. Mahouken Lv1 (Lv1 Sword Magic)
  Cast up to Level 1 Sword Magic.
3. Mahouken Lv2
  Cast up to Level 2 Sword Magic.
4. Mahouken Lv3
  Cast up to Level 3 Sword Magic.
5. Mahouken Lv4
  Cast up to Level 4 Sword Magic.
6. Mahouken Lv5
  Cast up to Level 5 Sword Magic.
7. Mahouken Lv6
  Cast up to Level 6 Sword Magic.
Shiromadoushi (White Mage)
1. Shiromahou Lv1 (Lv1 White Magic)
  Cast up to Level 1 White Magic (see magic table).
2. Shiromahou Lv2
  Cast up to Level 2 White Magic (see magic table).
3. Shiromahou Lv3
  Cast up to Level 3 White Magic (see magic table).
4. Shiromahou Lv4
  Cast up to Level 4 White Magic (see magic table).
5. Shiromahou Lv5
  Cast up to Level 5 White Magic (see magic table).
6. Shiromahou Lv6
  Cast up to Level 6 White Magic (see magic table).
7. MP 10% Up
  Maximum MP is raised by 10 percent.
Kuromadoushi (Black Mage)
1. Kuromahou Lv1 (Lv1 Black Magic)
  Cast up to Level 1 Black Magic (see magic table).
2. Kuromahou Lv2
  Cast up to Level 2 Black Magic (see magic table).
3. Kuromahou Lv3
  Cast up to Level 3 Black Magic (see magic table).
4. Kuromahou Lv4
  Cast up to Level 4 Black Magic (see magic table).
5. Kuromahou Lv5
  Cast up to Level 5 Black Magic (see magic table).
6. Kuromahou Lv6
  Cast up to Level 6 Black Magic (see magic table).
7. MP 30% Up
  Maximum MP is raised by 30 percent.
Tokimadoushi (Time Mage)
1. Jikuu Lv1 (Lv1 Time/Space)
  Cast up to Level 1 Time/Space Magic (see magic table).
2. Jikuu Lv2
  Cast up to Level 2 Time/Space Magic (see magic table).
3. Jikuu Lv3
  Cast up to Level 3 Time/Space Magic (see magic table).
4. Jikuu Lv4
  Cast up to Level 4 Time/Space Magic (see magic table).
5. Jikuu Lv5
  Cast up to Level 5 Time/Space Magic (see magic table).
6. Jikuu Lv6
  Cast up to Level 6 Time/Space Magic (see magic table).
7. Rod Soubi (Rod Wielding)
  Wield rods.
Shoukanshi (Caller)
1. Shoukan Lv1 (Lv1 Call)
  Cast up to Level 1 Call Magic (see magic table).
2. Shoukan Lv2
  Cast up to Level 2 Call Magic (see magic table).
3. Shoukan Lv3
  Cast up to Level 3 Call Magic (see magic table).
4. Shoukan Lv4
  Cast up to Level 4 Call Magic.
5. Shoukan Lv5
  Cast up to Level 5 Call Magic.
6. !Yobidasu (Call)
  Call a random Call Beast [Esper] without using MP.
Aomadoushi (Blue Mage)
1. !Shiraberu (Examine)
  See a monster's maximum HP, MP, and weaknesses.
2. Learning
  Learn a monster's special attacks for use in Blue Magic.
3. !Aomahou (Blue Magic)
  Cast Blue Magic (see magic table).
4. !Miyaburu (See Through)
  In addition to the traits seen in "Examine", see also the current status [of the monster].
Akamadoushi (Red Mage)
1. Shirokuro Lv1 (Lv1 Black/White [Magic])
  Cast up to Level 1 Black and White Magic (see magic table).
2. Shirokuro Lv2
  Cast up to Level 2 Black and White Magic (see magic table).
3. Shirokuro Lv3
  Cast up to Level 3 Black and White Magic (see magic table).
4. !Renzokuma (Continuous Magic) [Gem Box]
  Cast two consecutive spells.
Majuutsukai ([Magic] Monster Trainer)
1. !Nadameru (Calm)
  Make a monster docile. [something else...?]
2. !Ayatsuru (Control/Manipulate) [Control]
  Control a monster; use their "commands".
3. Muchisoubi (Whip Wielding)
  Wield a whip with the strength and speed of a Monster Trainer.
4. !Toraeru (Catch)
  After sufficiently weakening a monster, capture it.
Kusurishi (Chemist)
1. Kusuri no Chimaki (Knowledge of Medicine)
  Potions and Ethers [etc.] are twice as effective.
2. !Chougou (Mix)
  In battle, mix two medicines to make a new one.
3. !Nomu (Drink)
  Drink items exclusive to the Chemist.
4. !Chiyu (Recover)
  Recover the entire party's status.
5. !Sosei (Revive)
  Completely revive all fallen party members in battle.
Fuusuishi (Elemental Mage)
1. !Chikei (Elemental Attack)
  Use elemental attacks.
2. Damage Yuka (Damage Floor)
  Damage Floors do no damage.
3. Otoshi Ana Kaihi (Evade Hidden Holes)
  See hidden holes.
Ginyuushijin (Bard)
1. !Kakureru (Hide)
  Hide. By hiding, one is not a target for attack.
2. Tategotosoubi (Harp Wielding)
  Wield a harp with the speed and magic powers of a Bard.
3. !Utau (Sing)
  Sing songs for various effects (see song list).
Odoriko (Dancer)
1. !Irome (Flirt)
  Succeed and the monsters will be flustered [lit. 'hearts will beat quickly'].
2. !Odoru (Dance)
  Strange dances can confuse monsters or turn them into frogs.
3. Ribbon Soubi (Ribbon Wearing)
  Wear a Ribbon.

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SECTION THREE: MAGIC SPELLS, SONGS, AND CHOUGOU
By Nora Stevens Heath (nora@heathens.co.nz)

White Magic
This holy magic can recover wounded friends and up one's defense. It can bring you out of deep dungeon exploration--and out of battles with powerful enemy monsters--alive. White magic is essential in your adventure. With practice, the ability to use white magic can be a great addition to a job.

[Note: The spells in the second column are the equivalent spells in FF2 and/or FF3.]

White Magic	Equivalent To	Effect
Kearu	Cure1/Cure	Recovers HP. Undead attack.
Raibura	Peep/Scan	See an enemy's status info.
Poisona	Antidote	Remove toxins from one's body.
Silence	Mute	Prevent one from casting spells
Protesu	Safe	Raises defense.
Minimum	Size	Restores size.
KearuRa	Cure2	Recovers HP. Stronger version of Kearu.
Raise	Life	Recovers those fallen in battle, plus a little HP.
Confu	Confuse	Mental functions are confused.
Blink	Blink	Creates a second image of oneself (defensive)
Shell	Shell	Raises magic defense.
Esna	Heal	Cures petrification and paralysis, among other status changes.
KearuGa	Cure3	Recovers HP. The highest Cure magic.
Reflec	Wall	Puts up a barrier to reflect magic.
Berserk	Berserk	Berserks someone.
Araise	Life2	Recovers those fallen in battle, plus full HP.
Holy	White/Pearl	A sacred attack.
Dispel	Dispel	Removes the effects of a spell.

Black Magic
This powerful attack magic can exploit the enemy's attack. As levels rise, one will gradually obtain the ability to cast black magic of immeasurable power. If white magic is positive, black magic is negative.

[Note: The spells in the second column are the equivalent spells in FF2 and/or FF3.]

Black Magic	Equivalent To	Effect
Fire	Fire	Flame attack (damage: small).
Blizzard	Ice	Freeze attack (damage: small).
Thunder	Lit/Bolt	Lightning attack (damage: small).
Poison	Venom/Poison	Poisonous power gradually snatches away HP.
Sleep	Sleep	Immediately fall asleep.
Toad	Toad	Turn into a frog, or turn back.
FireRa	Fire2	Flame attack (damage: medium).
BlizzardRa	Ice2	Freeze attack (damage: medium).
ThunderRa	Lit2/Bolt2	Lightning attack (damage: medium).
Drain	Drain	Steal HP and add it to one's own.
Break	Stone/Break	Enemy's body petrifies and is defeated in one blow.
Bio	Poison/Bio	Bacteria power gradually snatches away HP.
FireGa	Fire3	The strongest Fire; huge fireballs explode.
BlizzardGa	Ice3	The strongest Blizzard; icicles impale the enemy.
ThunderGa	Lit3/Bolt3	The strongest Thunder; a super-high voltage attack.
Flare	Flare	An attack of terrific light and heat.
Death	Fatal/Doom	Enemy dies in one blow.
Aspil	Dispel	Absorb enemy's MP.

Time/Space Magic
This magic works with time and space to damage enemies. Free to manipulate time and space, it is possible to freeze enemies' attacks with Stop or send them into a world of a different dimension. Moreover, as time and space is twisted, natural disasters may be called upon to occur.

[Note: The spells in the second column are the equivalent spells in FF2 and/or FF3.]

Time/Space Magic	Equivalent To	Effect
Speed	Speed	Slows down the battle speed.
Slow	Slow	Enemies are slowed by the passage of time.
Regene	Regen	A certain amount of HP is gradually recovered.
Mute	Mute	Neither spells nor songs may be cast/sung.
Haste	Haste	Speeds up one friend.
Leviteto	Float	Defend oneself from damage on the ground.
Gravite	Demi	HP is reduced to 1/2 via the power of gravity.
Stop	Stop	Enemies stop moving.
Telepo	Exit	Escape from dungeons and battles.
Comet	Comet	A group of meteorites rains down.
SlowGa	Slow2	A more powerful Slow (on everyone).
Return		Go back to the start of a battle.
GraviGa	Quarter	A stronger Gravite (HP [is reduced to] 1/4).
HasteGa	Haste2	A more powerful Haste (on everyone).
Old		Enemies age and lose their abilities.
Meteo	Meteo	A swarm of meteorites rains down upon everyone.
Quick	Quick	Time stops around you.
Degeon	X-Zone	Distorts the dimensional fabric; enemies disappear.

Blue Magic
Blue magic can neither be bought from a store nor found in a treasure chest. It is learned from a monster's attack. For example, from a Steel Bat's attack "BloodSuck", the blue magic "BloodSuck" may be memorized, and used beginning from the next battle. However, one cannot learn blue magic unless one is a Blue Mage or has the Blue Mage's Learning ability (see "Customizing Abilities"). Also, blue magic spells consume MP just like the other types of magic, so if you don't have enough MP, you can't cast them. Below is a list of some blue magic spells; there are still many other spells, so go fight a bunch of different monsters and see what you can learn (but monsters do have some attacks that can't be taught).

[Note: The spells in the second column are the equivalent spells in FF2 and/or FF3.]

Blue Magic	Equivalent To	Effect
Lv. 5 Death	Level 5 Doom	Casts "Death" on level 5, 10, 15...enemies.
Kaeru no Uta (Frog Song)		Enemies become frogs.
Flash	Flash	A powerful light snatches away sight.
Yuugou (Fusion)	Pep Up	A friend recovers via one's self-sacrifice.
Kyuuketsu (BloodSuck)		Absorb an enemy's HP.
Jibaku (SelfExplosion)	Exploder	Damage enemies via one's self-sacrifice.
Aero	Aero	Wind damage to weak enemies.
Goblin Punch		A powerful, invisible punch attack.
White Wind		Restores everyone's HP.
Shi no Sankoku (Countdown to Death)	Condemned	A 30-count leading to death.

Call Magic
Call Magic is used to summon the phantom world's Espers to fight with your party. Low-level Espers may be purchased at magic shops. Here's an introductory list of Espers--you'll find others on your own.

[Note: The spells in the second column are the equivalent spells in FF2 and/or FF3.]

Call Magic	Equivalent To	Effect
Chocobo	Chocobo	Chocobos dish out kicks.
Sylph	Sylph	A wind attack, plus everyone recovers some HP.
Remora	Mage	Sucks an enemy's HP, then stops their movement.
Shiva	Shiva	A blizzard freezes enemies solid.
Ramuh	Indra/Ramuh	Mighty lightning bolts strike enemies.
Ifrit	Jinn/Ifrit	The flames of Hell roast enemies.
Titan	Titan	Earthquake attack affects all enemies.

Songs
Literally, songs are sung to give damage to enemies and strength and speed to comrades. While one's companions continue to attack and re-attack, with this ability, the effects are continuous. However, only one tune may be sung at a time.

Song	Translation	Effect
Chikara no Uta	Song of Power	All friends' attack power up.
Subayasa no Uta	Speed Song	All friends' speed up.
Tairyoku no Uta	Song of Strength	All friends' strength up.
Maryoku no Uta	Magic Power Song	All friends' magic power up.
Eiyuu no Uta	Hero's Ballad	All friends' levels up.
Requiem		Deals damage to the undead.
Ai no Uta	Love Song	All enemies stop moving.
Yuuwaku no Uta	Song of Temptation	All enemies are confused.

Chougou (Mixing Items)
There are items that can be mixed using the Chemist's ability !Chougou. Mixing two items together produces a new third item. You can make items that recover allies or damage enemies with poison, etc. You do use up the new third items in battle, but since you can always make more--and the products of Chougou can't be bought in stores--give Chougou a try and see.

** How to Mix **

In battle, select "Chougou" with the A button.
When your item list comes up, select an item you'd like to use.
Using the A button, select the second item.
Choose the friend you'd like to use it on (if the new item does damage to an enemy instead, use the cursor to select the enemy on which you want to use the mix).

The Complete Chougou List
from Tat Nakao

How to use this list:
Search for the effect you want from the list below. Then go to the chart to search for the combo that will make that effect.
NOTE: The order in which you select the items for Chougou doesn't matter.

	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I	J	K	L
A: Potion	A	2	3	D	4	F	A	C	5	6	7	8
B: HiPotion	2	B	9	D	4	F	B	10	5	6	7	8
C: Ether	3	9	C	D	11	12	C	3	13	14	15	16
D: Elixer	D	D	D	D	11	12	D	1	D	D	17	18
E: Phoenix no O	4	4	11	11	E	19	20	21	22	23	24	25
F: Otome no Kiss	F	F	12	12	19	F	26	27	28	29	30	31
G: Seisui	A	B	C	D	20	26	G	32	33	34	35	36
H: Kame no Koura	C	10	3	1	21	27	32	37	38	39	1	40
I: Dokukeshi	5	5	13	D	22	28	33	38	I	41	42	43
J: Megusuri	6	6	14	D	23	29	34	39	41	J	44	45
K: Ryuu no Kiba	7	7	15	17	24	30	35	1	42	44	46	47
L: Dark Matter	8	8	16	18	25	31	36	40	43	45	47	48

[Phoenix no O: Phoenix Tail; Otome no Kiss: Maiden's Kiss; Seisui: Holy Water; Kame no Koura: Turtle Shell; Dokukeshi: Antidote; Megusuri: Eyedrops; Ryuu no Kiba: Dragon Fang]

No.	Name	Effect
1	Shippaisaku	Slip + Confu
2	Seimei no Mizu	Regene
3	X-Potion	KearuGa
4	Resurrection	Araise
5	Neutralize	Heal HP and poison
6	Cure Blind	Heal HP and darkness
7	Dragon Power	Raise level by 20
8	Dark Potion	Damage of 666 points
9	Half Elixer	Heal HP to max
10	EtherDrei	Heal 3x as much as Ether
11	Reincarnation	Araise + Half Elixer
12	Lilith's Kiss	Aspil
13	Resist Poison	Make poison-resistant barrier
14	Resist Fire	Make fire-resistant barrier
15	Dragon Shield	Make shield that nullifies Fire, Ice, and Thunder
16	Dark Ether	Decrease MP to 1/4
17	Kyojin no Kusuri	Raise max HP to 2x
18	Dark Elixer	Decrease HP to 1 digit
19	Inochi no Kiss	Raise +1/2 HP + full MP
20	Life Shield	Make death-resistant barrier
21	Bannouyaku	Same as Esna
22	Resist Ice	Make ice-resistant barrier
23	Resist Thunder	Make thunder-resistant barrier
24	Dragon Armor	Increase defense and magic defense
25	Death Potion	Same as Death
26	Shukufuku no Kiss	Berserk + Haste + Blink
27	Drain Kiss	Same as Drain
28	Leviteto	Same as Leviteto
29	Lamia no Kiss	Same as Confu
30	Dragon no Kiss	Change body type to that of a dragon
31	Kaeru no Kiss	Same as Toad
32	Bakkasu no Sake	Same as Berserk
33	Samson Power	Raise level by 10
34	Elemental Power	Increase magic damage by 50%
35	Holy Breath	Inflict damage via Holy Breath
36	Shippaisaku	Same as Poison
37	Mamori no Kusuri	Same as Protesu
38	Kame no Kourawari	Decrease defense by 1/2
39	Haste Drink	Same as Haste
40	Bakuyaku	Same as Jibaku of Aomahou
41	Kitsuke Gusuri	Cure status that will hold only during battle
42	Poison Breath	Same as Poison
43	Dokuyaku	Same as Poison
44	Ankoku no Toiki	Darkness + Confu
45	Ankoku no Gas	Darkness
46	Dragon Breath	Fire + Ice + Thunder breath damage
47	Dark Breath	Inflict damage via Dark Fire
48	Shadow Flare	Cast Ankoku no Flare

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SECTION FOUR: PARTIAL ITEM LIST
by Nora Stevens Heath (nora@heathens.co.nz)

Item	Equivalent To	Effect
Potion	Cure1/Tonic	Recovers HP (effect: small).
HiPotion	Cure2/Potion	Recovers HP (effect: big).
Etel	Ether	Recovers MP.
Elixer	Elixer	Completely recovers HP and MP.
Phoenix no O (Phoenix Tail)	Life/Fenix Down	Revives fallen allies.
Otome no Kiss (Maiden's Kiss)		Cures Toaded state.
Seisui (Holy Water)	Revivify	Cures Zombied state.
Kame no Koura (Turtle Shell)		Exclusively for Chougou.
Ryuu no Kiba (Dragon Fang)		Exclusively for Chougou.
Dark Matter		Exclusively for Chougou.

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SECTION FIVE: TYPES OF WEAPONS AND ARMOR
by Nora Stevens Heath (nora@heathens.co.nz)

Types of Weapons
This is a list of weapon types. Some jobs can use only certain kinds of equipment, while others use different types altogether. [On the item list] Rods, for example, are listed by type from weakest to strongest.

Daggers
The Knife, Dagger, etc. are classified as daggers. (There are also knives exclusively for the Ninja.)
Swords
The Broad Sword and Defender, etc., are long swords. (There are also swords excusively for the Knight.)
Spears
The Mithril Spear, Heavy Lance, etc., are classified as spears. These are weapons for the Dragoon.
Axes
The War Hammer, Battle Axe, etc., are axes. These are weapons for the Berserker.
Katana
The Kotetsu, Kiku Ichimonji, etc., are single-edged blades imported from exotic lands. These are weapons for the Samurai.
Rods
The Ice Rod, Fire Rod, etc., are rods. Rods have different effects when used.
Staffs
The Flail, Heal Staff, etc., are imbued with magic. They are staffs used by magicians.
Bows and Arrows
The Fire Bow, etc., are bows and arrows. Used exclusively by the Hunter, they may be used to attack from the back row as well.
Harps
The Silver Harp, Dream Harp, etc., are weapons for the Bard.
Whips
The Chain Whip, Shock Whip, etc., have a paralyzing effect and are weapons for the Monster Trainer.
Bells
The Giyaman Bell, Earth Bell, etc., are bells. These are weapons for the Elemental Mage.

Types of Armor
There are also many kinds of armor. Most jobs can wear some armor (except for shields), but each job can wear a certain kind of armor.

Shields
Shields defend from an enemy's attack. Bronze Shield, Aegis Shield, etc.
Helmets
Helmets protect the head from an enemy's attack. Bronze Helm, Three-Sided Cap, Ribbon, etc.
Armor
Armor protects the body from an enemy's attack. Bronze Armor, Kendo Suit, etc.
Accessories
Worn on the body, accessories have various effects. Iron Shoes, Rings, etc.

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SECTION SIX: STATUS CHANGES
by Nora Stevens Heath (nora@heathens.co.nz)

In a battle, your characters may be poisoned, turned into frogs, made to age rapidly, plus other various status changes. Understand that some changes in status may be automatically healed after the battle is over, and that some remain even after you're done fighting.

Status Changes that Do Not Heal after Battle Status Changes that Heal after Battle

Fallen in Battle: HP reach zero, and the character can do nothing.
Petrify: The body hardens into stone, and the character can do nothing.
Frog: Offensive and Defensive power goes down, and oToad is the only spell that may be cast.
Dwarf: Offensive and Defensive power goes down, but magic may still be used.
Poison: Poison courses throughout the body, making HP steadily decrease.
Darkness: It becomes quite dark in front of one's eyes, and one's hit rate goes down.
Zombie: Turn into a Zombie and attack one's friends. Can be cured by drinking Holy Water.

Aging: As the years quickly add on, one's levels go down.
Silence: A sealing spell that prohibits the casting of any magic.
Sleep: Enter a peaceful sleep in which one can do nothing.
Paralysis: One is unable to move and can do nothing.
Confusion: One becomes panicked and attacks other party members.


Status Changes that Do Not Heal after Battle	Status Changes that Heal after Battle
Fallen in Battle: HP reach zero, and the character can do nothing. Petrify: The body hardens into stone, and the character can do nothing. Frog: Offensive and Defensive power goes down, and oToad is the only spell that may be cast. Dwarf: Offensive and Defensive power goes down, but magic may still be used. Poison: Poison courses throughout the body, making HP steadily decrease. Darkness: It becomes quite dark in front of one's eyes, and one's hit rate goes down. Zombie: Turn into a Zombie and attack one's friends. Can be cured by drinking Holy Water.	Aging: As the years quickly add on, one's levels go down. Silence: A sealing spell that prohibits the casting of any magic. Sleep: Enter a peaceful sleep in which one can do nothing. Paralysis: One is unable to move and can do nothing. Confusion: One becomes panicked and attacks other party members.

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	Knight Special Command: "Protection" Completely defend oneself from the enemy's direct attacks (by sword, axe, etc.; magic attacks excluded); damage received is zero. Inherent Ability: "Protect" When a friends' HP are very low, the Knight occasionally intercepts an enemy's attack by shielding the weakened character. The Knight's defense is high; he or she is also well-protected. Because only the Knight can use powerful Knight Swords, this job's offensive/defensive power is balanced, making it a very dependable job. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords
Monk (Black Belt/Karate) Special Command: "Kick" The Monk will jump into the enemy's midst, delivering a powerful kick to each one. Inherent Abilities: "Counter"; "Fight" Fighting with his or her bare hands is the monk's strong point. Since the Monk cannot equip any weapons, he or she is preeminent in hand-to-hand combat strength. After receiving an enemy's direct attack, the Monk will occasionally lash back with a counterattack doing a set amount of damage. The Monk is strong; HP are high. Possible Weapon(s): Unable to equip weapons.
	Thief Special Command: "Steal" Steal items from monsters during battle. You can miss, though, and not all enemies have items. Inherent Abilities: "Hidden Passages"; "Caution"; "Dash" The thief has great agility. In dungeons and castles, the Thief can see hidden passageways; in battle, they will never receive surprise attacks. By pressing the B button and moving in any direction, the Thief can move twice as fast as usual in towns and dungeons. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers
Dragoon Special Command: "Jump" The Dragoon will jump high into the air and attack enemies with a dive. With this command, the hit rate is 100%; and if wielding a spear, the damage is doubled. Inherent Ability: No special abilites. Agility is not that high, but the Jump attack is powerful. Their defense is high, as they may wear protective equipment. The job is unique in that Dragoons can equip spears. Even if in the back row, their Jump command deals damage without changing their attack power. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, spears
	Ninja Special Command: "Throw" Throw shurikens and ninja scrolls (Katon Scroll, etc.). The Ninja can also throw swords and other weapons. Inherent Abilities: "Wield Two Weapons"; "First Attack" The Ninja can wield weapons in both hands, making him or her an agile fighter. They up the chances of receiving "First Attack" when entering a battle. The "Katon Scroll" (fire roasts enemies), "Raijin Scroll" (lightning attack), and "Suiton Scroll" (water attack to all enemies) are powerful ninja scrolls. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers
Samurai Special Command: "Coin Toss" One's money (GP) is thrown in this attack. The higher the character's level, the more the money thrown. Inherent Ability: "Blade Catching" An exotic warrior, the Samurai is the only character who can wield the fantastically sharp katana. A Samurai will randomly catch direct attacks (by sword, axe, and other weapons, magic attacks excluded), rendering them harmless. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, katana
	Berserker Special Command: None Inherent Ability: "Berserk" The enemy will suffer a crashing defeat at the hands of this earnestly fighting soldier who attacks continuously and automatically in battle. The strength of a Berserker is the highest out of all the jobs; he or she has a heavy destructive power with the capability to equip axes. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, axes
Archer Special Command: "Aim" It takes a little longer to attack, but Aim raises your hit rate to a definite 100 percent, assuming the target has not duplicated itself. Inherent Ability: No special abilities. With his or her lightness, a bow and arrow makes the Archer an excellent archer. The bow and arrow may be used in either front or back row with no change in power, which is convenient. As job levels rise, the Archer will learn "Animals", and be able to call upon various small animals of the forest to lend a helping hand. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, bows and arrows
	Magic Swordsman Special Command: "Sword Magic" Can use all Sword Magic. Once Sword Magic is selected, it is in effect until the end of the battle, barring ineffectiveness in battle [i.e., death, petrification, Mute, etc.] or a new choice of Sword Magic. Inherent Ability: "Magic Barrier" The Swordsman's magic is in the sword attack "Magic Sword". Magic is certain to strike the enemy with this attack. When the Swordsman's HP is low, he or she will automatically put up a magic barrier (Shell). Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords
White Mage Special Command: "White Magic" Can use all White Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast. Inherent Ability: No special abilities. A magician whose "White Magic" is used primarily for recovery and defense. The White Mage is weak, and his or her ability to wear defensive equipment is limited, but for retaliation and defense, one White Mage is necessary. Especially when entering deep dungeons and when fighting against bosses, the White Mage's recovery ability is essential. Possible Weapon(s): Staffs
	Black Mage Special Command: "Black Magic" Can use all Black Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast. Inherent Ability: No special abilities. This magician produces fire, lightning, and the like as the main result of "Black Magic". The Black Mage can't use strong equipment, so he or she is weak in physical attacks. However, the Black Mage's skill with powerful magic helps his or her friends. He or she can dish out some real power, especially against a large group of enemies. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, rods
Time Mage Special Command: "Time/Space Magic" Can use all Time/Space Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast. Inherent Ability: No special abilities. A magician who can freely manipulate time and space by casting "Time/Space Magic". With this magic, a Time Mage can stop enemy's movements, turn back time to their advantage, and hasten battles with formidable enemies--and especially show their power against bosses. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, staffs
	Caller Special Command: "Call" Can use all Call Magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast. Inherent Ability: No special abilities. A magician who may call upon the phantom world's beasts with "Call Magic". Sweep away normal monsters with weak Call Magic or call something more powerful; a Caller has the highest maximum MP. Some call beasts may be purchased, but the strongest ones lay in wait to be defeated. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, rods
Blue Mage Special Command: "Blue Magic" Learn each monster's special attacks and use them as blue magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast. Inherent Ability: "Learning" A Blue Mage can learn monsters' special attacks (BloodSuck, Goblin Punch, etc.) and use them from the next battle onward with the command "Blue Magic". He or she can equip weapons and armor of standard strength. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords, rods
	Red Mage Special Command: "White/Black Magic" Can use up to Level 3 white and black magic. However, if you don't have enough MP for a spell, it may not be cast. Inherent Ability: No special abilities. With standard-strength weapons and armor, the balanced Red Mage can cast both restorative white magic and damaging black magic. However, even with the use of heavy equipment, the Red Mage is limited to magic up to level 3. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, swords, rods, staffs
Monster Trainer Special Command: "Catch (Release)" Catch a monster once it is weakened. You can then release the monster in battle (only once) using the command "Release". Inherent Ability: No special abilities. The Monster Trainer leads enemies by the nose; weakened monsters may be captured. The Trainer's weapon is the whip, which paralyzes enemies. As job levels rise, the Trainer will learn "Control", allowing him or her to manipulate the enemy. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, whips
	Chemist Special Command: "Drink" "Giant's Medicine" and other exclusive items may be drunk only during battle, thus raising one's power. Inherent Ability: "Knowledge of Medicine" The Chemist is a specialist in Potions, Eyedrops, and other recovery items. When a Chemist uses these items, their effectiveness doubles. As job levels rise, the Chemist will learn "Mixing", whereby two medicines may be combined to form a new third medicine (see "Mixing Items" for more information). Possible Weapon(s): Daggers
Elemental Mage Special Command: "Elemental Attack" "Wind Gust", "Whirlpool", "Leaf Dance", etc., are natural attacks used in battle for various effects. Inherent Abilities: "Damage Floor"; "Evade Hidden Holes" By utilizing the power of Nature, several different attacks are unleashed by this super-capable person. Although the Elemental Mage cannot use swords, he or she may equip bells, producing sound waves that deal out damage to the enemy. Also, "Damage Floor" reduces the damage normally received from walking on certain floors to zero, and hidden holes will become visible. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, bells
	Bard Special Command: "Sing" Sing songs learned around the world for all sorts of effects. (See "Songs" for more information.) Inherent Ability: No special abilities. Bards sing songs with strange powers. They play harps whose tunes have different effects on the enemy. Some powerful songs are learned from fellow Bards throughout the world, so be sure to seek out these masters. Possible Weapon(s): Daggers, harps
Dancer Special Command: "Dance" Dance strange dances to put the enemy into disorder. Inherent Ability: No special abilities. Equipment is limited, but the special attack method "Dance" makes up for it. However, the Dancer has the best defense against magic attacks: the Ribbon, which only the Dancer and the Suppin can wear. A Dancers in your party would make your trip really tough, but adventurous and fun...right? Possible Weapon(s): Daggers
	Suppin [roughly, "no mask"] Special Command: None Inherent Ability: No special abilities. The Suppin can use all weapons and armor, but their job levels do not go up. They can select two abilities for use (see "Abilities and Their Selection" for more information). Possible Weapon(s): Every weapon may be used.