GNB as one big reference.

[Halivel]

As everyone know from Gunbreaker description, their creators are Hrothgars, which is a first reference to FF8 (aside from the fact that we use gunblade, of course), where lion is a central figure:

- Squall's last name is Leonhart;
- His final weapon and limit break are called Lion Heart;
- He is Leo by zodiac;
- He wears pendant, ring and belt (not in original game in case with belt) with leo heads on this;
- Griever, the strongest GF, is a winged lion, also pictured on Squall's first weapon - Revolver (which we will get for collector edition).

But that's not all. Some skill titles that were catched during job overview are direct references as well:

No Mercy - Seifer's skill.
Demon Slice - Seifer's skill.
Rough Divide - Squall's skill.
Bloodfest - Seifer's skill.
Rough Divide & Blasted Zone - Squall's skills.
Continuation - this is probably "Renzokuken", will need to check the Japanese title of the skill. (UPD: checked. In Japanese version this skill still named "Continuation", written in katakana. However, "Renzokuken" itself has translation "Continuous Sword" and, same as 70 lvl ability, leads to few different skills after it, so it's still can be considered as Renzokuken).
Solid Barrel is also Squall's skill from "Dissidia Final Fantasy: Opera Omnia".

AF Gunblade name: Lion Heart (Personally surprised that they didn't keep it for last relic stage with original white&blue design but okay).

Also GNB battle pose seems to be based on Squall's victory pose but looks a little bit different so not sure if they are connected.

Update:
Royal Guard - Gladio's skill (?)
Female iddle stance - based on Lightning
Male iddle stance - based on Squall (Dissidia)

If you found some else references - share!

[Videra]

They're not exactly subtle about it.

[noxen]

Weren't there a whole tribe of firey lions somewhere in VIII?

Moombas, or Mambas, or something along those lines? Wouldn't be surprised if we get one of those as a mini-pet, if it's not ingame already.

Edit: Not to mention the GBR idle pose being, if a little more crouched, similar to Squalls victory pose. (Gunblade resting on shoulder)

[Halivel]

Weren't there a whole tribe of firey lions somewhere in VIII?

Moombas, or Mambas, or something along those lines? Wouldn't be surprised if we get one of those as a mini-pet, if it's not ingame already.

Edit: Not to mention the GBR idle pose being, if a little more crouched, similar to Squalls victory pose. (Gunblade resting on shoulder)

Oh yes, there were Moombas, you are right. Will be cute to see them in FF14.

[JunseiKei]

I mean, did people forget 2019 is FFVIII's 20th year anniversary?

Don't forget Eden, the secret guardian force extracted from Ultima Weapon.

It seems instead of a remaster, we're getting a job and lots of VIII references.

[Halivel]

Don't forget Eden, the secret guardian force extracted from Ultima Weapon.

I still have some doubts about Eden being connected with FF8, but it would be really cool if that's a reference, too.

It seems instead of a remaster, we're getting a job and lots of VIII references.

I still would prefer Remaster tbh >.>

[JunseiKei]

I still have some doubts about Eden being connected with FF8, but it would be really cool if that's a reference, too.


I still would prefer Remaster tbh >.>

I'm only saying it's a reference and yeah, I'd prefer a remaster as well. It's unlikely to happen.

[Reimmi]

I still have some doubts about Eden being connected with FF8, but it would be really cool if that's a reference, too.


I still would prefer Remaster tbh >.>

I mean considering what they're doing with the ff7 remake.. its probly for the best. Rather not trounce on the other 2 ps1 classics with action rpg gameplay and episodic DLC

FF9 got out easy, they just remastered the backgrounds and made the textures better

[Duskane]

will the mount be another Lion though or will they go something different like a tiger or a wolf

[Halivel]

will the mount be another Lion though or will they go something different like a tiger or a wolf

Thematically speaking, it should be lion, but it's taken by PLD already. Maybe another type of lion, probably even Griever based? Can only wait until getting an achievment, I suppose...