Fenrir in FF14

[Tupsi]

Am I the only one who feels like everyone is over exaggerating on Fenrir, I mean that dumb wolf has had an okay back story in what? One FF game, maybe 2 if you count XI. What about Gilgamesh, who has been in almost all FF games, he deserves more than Fenrir >_>...

Fenrir has been around awhile. You know who almost never had a true back story? Shiva, yet people "over exaggerate" wanting her.

Garuda? Ha, yeah her too.

Ramuh? Him too. FFIX and IV After Years are the only FF games with an actual "story" tied to him that had true plot relevance - He's "just a summon" and most FF games.

By your logic a lot of these summons shouldn't be in the game except for Bahamut since Bahamut is generally the only being with a true story anchor. So no one is 'over exaggerating", FFXI just happens to be a FF game that gave story and backstories to summons that usually never had them.

[lunar_seraphim]

I really like the theory tying Fenrir as the one responsible for bringing destruction to the Amdapor civilization. Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't the summoning of Fenrir during the Crystal War of Final Fantasy XI what nearly destroyed the Windurst Federation? A nice correlation if anything.

And I love even more the idea of Fenrir relating to Menphina, my chosen deity, as he's been my favorite summon since XI. And I also believe Fenrir has been tied to the element of ice in the past, like Menphina. But then again, he has shifted elements frequently to my knowledge; representing wind, earth, and of course, darkness as well. So perhaps that isn't as crucial as I first thought.

While I think this has the making of amazing lore potential for Fenrir, I will be deeply sadden if he does not become summonable by Summoners, Egi or not. Forgive my XI nostalgia, but Fenrir was always my chosen side-kick for my many adventures. I've been looking forward to hopefully one day recreating those happy times in XIV, but understand this is a different game and respect the Producer's vision.

[Demetirus]

It is.

Also for those asking where its from, its from the official art book that came with the CE edition of the game.

Iirc you could see this and many more concept arts on the old teaser site. I believe it also came out in a live letter pre 2.0

^ what he said

The art and info has been released to the public for a long time but not much info has gone beyond the release of his art and confirmation of his appearance in FF14.

Thanks for the responses! And damn... now I really hate that I wasn't able to get a CE for this game. That's what I get for second guessing myself when I go to purchase something online ("well, maybe I could find it in a store..."*asks eb, gets told 'no', goes to order but orders are closed*"Ffffff").

[Jonny]

Fenrir is definitely going to be in this game. There was already a 3D concept art of him made, along with Ramuh, Gilgamesh and others. Pics below

[BloodPact]

I really like the theory tying Fenrir as the one responsible for bringing destruction to the Amdapor civilization. Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't the summoning of Fenrir during the Crystal War of Final Fantasy XI what nearly destroyed the Windurst Federation? A nice correlation if anything.

On the contrary, Fenrir was the avatar that saved Windurst from the Yagudo invasion. Ajido-Marujido (I think his named was) summoned him right as the Yagudo were reaching the gates of The Federation. Fenrir's power was so strong that it took the life of the summoner in the ritual, but hey, on the bright side, because of his sacrifice we got to see Shantotto.

[EdwinLi]

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I almost forgotten about the 3d model of Fenrir. It has been so long since they last released any info about Fenrir only thing I remember is his basic concept art.

Also, ya I remember that Cloud of Darkness 3D model. Make me wonder how will we fight Cloud of Darkness when she is that big.

[saber_alter]

I almost forgotten about the 3d model of Fenrir. It has been so long since they last released any info about Fenrir only thing I remember is his basic concept art.

Also, ya I remember that Cloud of Darkness 3D model. Make me wonder how will we fight Cloud of Darkness when she is that big.

24 players...lots of AOE twitch mechanics.

[Sotek]

I'd still absolutely tie Fenrir with the Lambs of Dalamud though, can't really think of any of notable hounds in Final Fantasy tradition.

You're an idiot, Sotek.

Cerberus. Pretty much every encounter with the Lambs of Dalamud also includes references to XIVs version of hell. That could free up Fenrir for absolutely anything else.

[Dhex]

You're an idiot, Sotek.

Cerberus. Pretty much every encounter with the Lambs of Dalamud also includes references to XIVs version of hell. That could free up Fenrir for absolutely anything else.

I chuckled heartily.

FF games love to add just about every beast/hero/god/saint/faerie/spirit from actual mythologies as it can.

[Warlyx]

On the contrary, Fenrir was the avatar that saved Windurst from the Yagudo invasion. Ajido-Marujido (I think his named was) summoned him right as the Yagudo were reaching the gates of The Federation. Fenrir's power was so strong that it took the life of the summoner in the ritual, but hey, on the bright side, because of his sacrifice we got to see Shantotto.

wrong !


http://wiki.ffxiclopedia.org/wiki/Karaha-Baruha

it was karaha baruha that summoned fenrir and saved windurst :

"I heard the hero Karaha-Baruha's voice when he summoned that glorious beast.

"`You've done well in holding them off. Leave the rest to my servant, Fenrir,' he said.

"Yes! That great creature was called FENRIR! Fenrir... I haven't said that name in twenty years."

It is said that Karaha-Baruha gave his life to summon the enormous beast

His answer: "Why not? It is my life's work to let the world know the greatness of Karaha-Baruha.

here explains the whole story

http://wiki.ffxiclopedia.org/wiki/An...ame_Was_Fenrir!

/kneel karaha-baruha

Ajido is a cool guy dont get me wrong (like all tarus!) plus was cute when he was a child <3 (Wotg expansion rocked just for that )