Key Takeaways
- Summoning in Final Fantasy has evolved in terms of design and mechanics throughout the series, making each entry unique.
- Ramuh is a recurring summon in the franchise with different looks and abilities depending on the game.
- The significance of the summons in the story varies across Final Fantasy games, with some having deep connections and lore explorations.
Vocation is a concept in the Final Fantasy franchise for a long time. These summons came in many different forms, and worked in completely different ways in various entries in the long-running game series.
Different vocations also give different reasons for removing them from others. While Ifrit is associated with the element of fire, and Shiva with the element of ice, Ramuh it's been a long time representation of the element in lightning — even if he's not the only one, like Final Fantasy 10the Ixion. Ramuh's performances have varied throughout the series, but these matches have stood out to his fans.
6 Final Fantasy 3
The first appearance of Ramuh
Because of his age, Final Fantasy 3 It's a bit difficult to play compared to the modern entry of the franchise. This is Ramuh's first appearance, and he stands out from other summons in the game because of his personality. He is depicted as a sage with a long beard, long robes and a long magic wand. This helps it stand out as an unforgettable appeal.
Different characters use call differently depending on their chosen function Final Fantasy 3. In Ramuh's case, he can be used as an offensive summon, or as a support. If the character summoning Ramuh is a Sage or Summoner, he will use Heaven's Rage to hit all enemies. When summoned via Evoker, Ramuh can use Mind Blast to paralyze enemies or God's Thunder to deal direct lightning damage.
5 Final Fantasy VII
The start of Flashier calling
Many of the early entries in the franchise provided important roles in the story. This happened with many other entries as well, such as Final Fantasy 10 SY Final Fantasy 16. However, each one Final Fantasy VIIMany different versions focused more on the characters of the party and their involvement in a completely separate story. Summoning is designed as a mechanism for dealing a lot of damage during an encounter.
FF7 was one of the first games in the series that made summoning incredibly difficult every time it was used. However, Ramuh isn't the only lightning damage summoner, with more powerful options available in the game. He also appeared in more dramatic fashion in other articles.
4 Final Fantasy 5
Better and more interesting
Ramuh bounced back in the next two posts after his introduction, and kept his amazing form. In Final Fantasy 5his staff appears longer, and his beard more prominent. The player will meet him as a random enemy in one of the game's forests, where he can be captured.
In Final Fantasy 4Ramuh is a great summon once he's available, but he becomes less viable as the game progresses — mainly due to the lack of lighting throughout the game. Final Fantasy 5does more than the other articles, and Ramuh is one of them. Ramuh will be a tough fight for players at once, stronger than other summons for them at the time. If the player already has Ifrit, this will trigger a unique dialogue that brings Ramuh to the party.
3 Final Fantasy 16
Powerful & Meaningful
Final Fantasy 16 may not be the cup of tea for all fans, as it is the biggest departure from the franchise's roots. However, it features a perfect blend of everything mentioned so far. The game has a huge focus on Summons, and each one shines in its own way throughout the story and each one has a lot of lore for players to access. In addition, the game is available for PC gamers.
In this game, each summon (known as an Eikon) is linked to another character known as its Dominant. Each summon, including Ramu, is created in every way and feels real from the moment it is received until the end of the game. Ramu's design sees a departure from many old aesthetics, through dark color schemes and armor.
2 Final Fantasy 6
A Strong Connection to History
Final Fantasy 6 they are called Espers, and they are the main focus of the game's plot. Ramuh gets a lot of screen time, appears at the start of the game, and adds a lot to the game's lore. One of the game's playable characters even joins the party thanks to Ramuh's influence.
Ramuh is the first summon that players can enter the game, and will be available throughout. He is the mentor, guiding the players along their journey. This game presents one of the most prominent and memorable visuals of the calling Final Fantasy game.
1 Final Fantasy 9
A Strong Connection to History
As in Final Fantasy 6Ramuh plays an important role in the story, and is one of the previous summon options available to players. The damage it does increases with the number of Peridot items the player has.
This entry in the Final Fantasy The franchise calls it the Eidolons. Ramuh's design in the game has a lot of depth to his design, with the end of his beard curling and twisting like a tentacle, along with a variety of gem accessories. His beard also seems to float more, which is often shown in older games as drooping. Final Fantasy 9 is a title that many fans still have on their upgrade wish list, allowing many new players to experience it firsthand.