02. Something I would absolutely throw my money at is a story exploring Valm, Kush, Ifarnel, and Alb/the Bedohl more. Those chapters during the Machina War in the novella were my favorites. They were pretty dark and contained a lot of violence, which would be a necessary tonal shift that would help us really feel the difference of that pre-Sin world vs Spira (that's not even including the contrast of Yevon's lack of influence during that time). Valm was such a great character, too. He just carried an air of jerk energy while also being fairly logical and strong, both in will and physicality. Ifarnel would be the colorfully flamboyant contrast to Valm. Kush would be the whimsical girl, of course. If two summoners could even work, I'm not sure. But we'd have access to new beasts! Semi-spoiler alert for the novel (without name dropping): one of the characters dies, and the story could follow a path similar to the Legend of Dragoon, where we'd encounter new allies along the way and experience the grieving process when they inevitably become casualties of war. Through these interactions, we'd gain a better understanding of their culture, including their reverence for gods and the significance in taking the name of one. We'd see first-hand how summoners were exploited as weapons for their innate abilities rather than being looked up to and admired like royalty.

And think of the Easter eggs! Maybe we'd get a Lenne Easter egg in the form of a bop. Or dressphere nods, passively showing (through background or NPCs) where some of the designs may have come from, as they were all conjured from sphere recordings, memories, and emotions (e.g., Yuna using Tidus' Brotherhood as a warrior).Spoiler-alert for the novel again: We could also get to know Yunalesca even more, and see that she's always been a manipulative person, not just in FFX when her morals decayed over time. We'd delve into the backstory of the Bedohls, elaborating on the origins of their mistreatment in Spira and why they turned to engineered technology over magic (as detailed in the book but with added depth).

Maybe Zaon could serve as the big bad lol because we know essentially nothing about his character. So he can be whatever the story needs him to be, honestly. But that's probably just lazy.

Anyway, the end lmao

Since the devs and creative minds behind the FFX -Will- have claimed they wrote the audio drama ambiguous on purpose in order for us to fill in the gaps using our imagination, I'd like to ask what your desire or vision of FFX-3 is! :D

Whether it be in fanfiction or fan art, speculations or whimsical thoughts, I'd love to hear about it!

Hi, Danko Kaji! Brace yourself lol:

I genuinely believe that the future of Spira, unless it's in a distant one, should be left alone. I think X-2 wrapped up the start of the Eternal Calm nicely, and there is no need to push it further. Continuing from where X-2 left off is an example of beating a dead horse.

Also, from what I've seen, going back to Braska's journey is a popular X-3 concept among fans, but that would be the worst, imo. I don't see how it would introduce fresh elements to the story. Essentially, it would be a rehash of X, but with no surprises. I think we should all appreciate how we learned about that time through Auron's recollections (from his personal stories and the memories we witnessed in the ruins), and I fear that a full game focusing on it would diminish that impact. It's an unpopular opinion, but I truly hope that never comes to fruition.

I have two ideas, and one of them is fairly stupid, but I'm sharing. In fact, let's start with that one:

01. Auron in Dream Zanarkand. Tidus once said that fiends were a rarity in DZ, and that it was a big deal when one showed up. It'd be incredible if we got to discover that Auron was the one responsible for keeping them at bay, and was also the one slaying them once they reached the city (a boss, even, which would indeed be a "big deal"). Not necessarily as a hero either, but specifically driven by his promise to ensure Tidus' safety. It's evident that he kept up with his combat skills during his 10 years there, since he wasn't at all rusty when the time for battle came. In fact, he was prepared. The Japanese dialogue hinted that Auron periodically checked in on Tidus. It's interesting to imagine him being away dealing with fiends during those intervals. Perhaps he even had some form of affiliation with a small group of people who learned to fight and are committed to protecting DZ and uncovering some truths. This group could have uncovered something odd that helped them understand there could be more to DZ than meets the eye. They'd be low profile to avoid being dismissed as wacko. Then comes Auron, a sensible man with a strong head on his shoulders, and his arrival in their lives would provide a sense of companionship. Yet he never says he believes them or knows something. Maybe he sees himself in these people who are driven by what they believe, and he knows their worlds would be shattered by the truth.

Since Sin was known to destroy anything/anyone who got too close to DZ, it's plausible that remnants from another world (Spira) would wash up on its shores. Maybr strange technology and trinkets, or unfamiliar clothing. Ideally something more creative than that, lol. Their group backstory would be that their discoveries presented a pattern that each of then began to notice at some point, thus rendering them "touched" by Spira. It would provide an opportunity to see how someone from a fayth's dream or summoning can transform into something more once they've been touched by Spira or Sin. Remember what Bahamut's fayth said:

"Both you and your father have been touched by Sin. Sin, the one whom all Spira—the spiral—revolves. You two are more than just dreams now. Just a little more."

Vague enough to have fun with, if you ask me. Exploring Auron's time in DZ (especially the period between his shattered beliefs and the end of his mortal life) could be awesome. It would allow for insight as to why he aged. Did he manifest it on his own, and if so, was it gradual or immediate? There's a scene in FFX where Tidus (talking to Yuna) revisits a memory that took place while he was still a kid, shortly before his mother's death. Auron was shown to have already aged by then. So, maybe the stress, heartache, fear, and grief (the immense emotional burden) manifested through his appearance, making him look as old and worn as he felt on the inside.

I can't see any of this being translated into a full-fledged game, though. Maybe a smaller game where the "big bad" is actually Auron's inner turmoil and dealing with his new reality—similar to Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 6, lol. But those are my unrefined thoughts on that jumble of dumb.

Since the devs and creative minds behind the FFX -Will- have claimed they wrote the audio drama ambiguous on purpose in order for us to fill in the gaps using our imagination, I'd like to ask what your desire or vision of FFX-3 is! :D

Whether it be in fanfiction or fan art, speculations or whimsical thoughts, I'd love to hear about it!

Hi, Danko Kaji! Brace yourself lol:

I genuinely believe that the future of Spira, unless it's in a distant one, should be left alone. I think X-2 wrapped up the start of the Eternal Calm nicely, and there is no need to push it further. Continuing from where X-2 left off is an example of beating a dead horse.

Also, from what I've seen, going back to Braska's journey is a popular X-3 concept among fans, but that would be the worst, imo. I don't see how it would introduce fresh elements to the story. Essentially, it would be a rehash of X, but with no surprises. I think we should all appreciate how we learned about that time through Auron's recollections (from his personal stories and the memories we witnessed in the ruins), and I fear that a full game focusing on it would diminish that impact. It's an unpopular opinion, but I truly hope that never comes to fruition.

I have two ideas, and one of them is fairly stupid, but I'm sharing. In fact, let's start with that one:

01. Auron in Dream Zanarkand. Tidus once said that fiends were a rarity in DZ, and that it was a big deal when one showed up. It'd be incredible if we got to discover that Auron was the one responsible for keeping them at bay, and was also the one slaying them once they reached the city (a boss, even, which would indeed be a "big deal"). Not necessarily as a hero either, but specifically driven by his promise to ensure Tidus' safety. It's evident that he kept up with his combat skills during his 10 years there, since he wasn't at all rusty when the time for battle came. In fact, he was prepared. The Japanese dialogue hinted that Auron periodically checked in on Tidus. It's interesting to imagine him being away dealing with fiends during those intervals. Perhaps he even had some form of affiliation with a small group of people who learned to fight and are committed to protecting DZ and uncovering some truths. This group could have uncovered something odd that helped them understand there could be more to DZ than meets the eye. They'd be low profile to avoid being dismissed as wacko. Then comes Auron, a sensible man with a strong head on his shoulders, and his arrival in their lives would provide a sense of companionship. Yet he never says he believes them or knows something. Maybe he sees himself in these people who are driven by what they believe, and he knows their worlds would be shattered by the truth.

Since Sin was known to destroy anything/anyone who got too close to DZ, it's plausible that remnants from another world (Spira) would wash up on its shores. Maybr strange technology and trinkets, or unfamiliar clothing. Ideally something more creative than that, lol. Their group backstory would be that their discoveries presented a pattern that each of then began to notice at some point, thus rendering them "touched" by Spira. It would provide an opportunity to see how someone from a fayth's dream or summoning can transform into something more once they've been touched by Spira or Sin. Remember what Bahamut's fayth said:

"Both you and your father have been touched by Sin. Sin, the one whom all Spira—the spiral—revolves. You two are more than just dreams now. Just a little more."

Vague enough to have fun with, if you ask me. Exploring Auron's time in DZ (especially the period between his shattered beliefs and the end of his mortal life) could be awesome. It would allow for insight as to why he aged. Did he manifest it on his own, and if so, was it gradual or immediate? There's a scene in FFX where Tidus (talking to Yuna) revisits a memory that took place while he was still a kid, shortly before his mother's death. Auron was shown to have already aged by then. So, maybe the stress, heartache, fear, and grief (the immense emotional burden) manifested through his appearance, making him look as old and worn as he felt on the inside.

I can't see any of this being translated into a full-fledged game, though. Maybe a smaller game where the "big bad" is actually Auron's inner turmoil and dealing with his new reality—similar to Buffy the Vampire Slayer season 6, lol. But those are my unrefined thoughts on that jumble of dumb.

FINAL FANTASY X-2.5～永遠の代償～ The Price of Eternity

The story of Spira, following Final Fantasy X-2, is spun into a novel! Set two years and several months after Yuna defeated Sin, Spira has transitioned into a new era. Yuna's plan to unwind with Tidus, cherishing their long-awaited reunion, took an unforeseen turn when a storm battered their ship, casting them ashore on unfamiliar land. Removed from Besaid's vicinity, Yuna found herself confronting the hidden truths of this newfound island... —Japanese-to-English Back Cover Synopsis (~Eien no Daishō~, 2013)

A fan restoration project, entitled Rebirth ~ The Price of Eternity, started by Danko Kaji of ffx3chat.

Fan translation source here. Continuation of Rebirth by mishyoona here (ongoing).

Quick review: The portrayal of Yuna, as well as her relationship with Tidus, was (for the most part) lacking. I would still recommend it, but keep your expectations low when delving in.

Go in and just have fun with it.

I will say, the book excels in world-building and lore. I'd suggest exploring the marked chapters for those parts, at the very least!

ffx-2 really said "i do what i want"

Hanging out.

B R O T H E R H O O D

"The emotions of the person recorded in the sphere pass to the user."

The authorities had gathered people gifted with this talent, creating an elite corps of Summoners subject to strict regulations. None of them were volunteers; Summoners, or those proficient in the rare craft, were not in the position to refuse their calling. Summoners had been forced to sacrifice themselves for the sake of their government; in exchange for their compliance, they were guaranteed the safety of their closest family, up to twenty-five years after the death of the Summoner. —Final Fantasy X-2.5 ~Eien no Daishō~ (French to English fan translation)

Yuna is a Hero for capturing the Great Malboro

Yuna winning Sphere Break against Shinra

Yuna in Final Fantasy X-2 (2003)

Hedy Burress asked about Yuna's character design in Kingdom Hearts II.

Girls' Night!

Brother doing okay? He got himself a girlfriend yet? Tell him I'm still single and happy that way.