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14. Phoenix
Another one of the most unique Eidolon who appeared in many Final Fantasy series. Phoenix is described as a bird of fire with the Flame of Rebirth typical stance (burns all enemies and turn the hero who has died).
Phoenix is a mythological creature that appears in almost all corners of the world such as Arabic, Persian, Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Chinese, Indian, and Phoenician. They are a sacred bird with colorful feathers (depending on the local legend). Lifetime of about 500-1000 years and at the end of his life, they will build nests of twigs and will burn him to ashes. From the ashes is then born a new Phoenix, so they are one of the immortal creature. That said, the tears of Phoenix can be used to heal wounds / illnesses of the most severe ones. In modern times, the physical characteristics of the Phoenix is identical with a peacock or a Cendrawasih.
15. Kirin
Kirin has a light element (holy element) with special abilities Life Guard (restore hit points a hero on a regular basis). Kirin appears in a little Final Fantasy series and was described as a white horse scaly with antlers like a deer.
Kirin comes from the mythology of Asia by the name of Qilin. Described as a creature with a head like a dragon, such as deer antlers, like fish scales, claws like a bull and a tail like a lion. Qilin is a sacred creature, his appearance is a sign of the presence of the wise. Also known as the Chinese Unicorn (we know him as the Barongsai). Kirin was mentioned as a vehicle Ibn Batuta (a nomadic Muslim) while visiting China.
16. Siren
Siren usually appears as an enemy in a series of Final Fantasy. But in several series such as Final Fantasy VI, VIII, XII and XIII, Siren emerged as a summon monster with jutsu Silent Voice (so the enemy can not attack with magic). Described as a beautiful woman who always carried a harp.
Siren appears in Greek mythology as one of the nymphs (live in the ocean) and stay on the island surrounded by coral reefs. That said, the strains of the song of the Siren is able to lull anyone who heard it. That's why many incidents the ship sank shortly after heard a Siren. Because when the voyagers heard the singing of the Sirens, they seemed to be hypnotized to find the source of sound (even though the island residence of Siren surrounded by coral reefs). Siren is also synonymous with disaster. At first, the describbed of Siren is a bird with a large head and legs are scaly. Later described as a woman from the waist up, while the waist down in the form of a bird (sometimes do not have wings). But in the era of sailing, Siren portrayed as beautiful women and sexy (sometimes as a mermaid) that always tempt the voyagers.
17. Unicorn
Unicorn emerged as the Eidolon in Final Fantasy V and VI as a white horse with horns with the ability Healing Horn (restore hit points and magic points are reduced for the hero).
Unicorn is a legendary creature with the form of a white horse with horns. Unicorn itself is very well known throughout the world and is often described as friendly to human beings. Horn of the Unicorn is a mystical item that is very rare and represent masculinity. That said, for anyone who drank the blood of the Unicorn, they will live forever.
18. Seraphim
Seraphim only appear in Final Fantasy VI. Described as an angel who has the ability Healing Feather (restore hit points a hero until full).
Seraphim or Seraph is a Heaven creature that emerged from the Christian and Jewish beliefs. Seraphim is described as an angel has six wings, four wings which are used to cover the body. Seraphim is a mention of 'to the angel of the Lord with the highest level (ultimate rank).
19. Fenrir
Fenrir is a monster summoned by the realization of a giant wolf. Fenrir appears only in a little Final Fantasy series. Usually the elements are earth.
In Norse mythology, Fenrir the giant wolf. Fenrir had alluded to in the Edda Poetry (collection of poetry in the 13th century) written by Snorri Sturluson. Told that Fenrir is the son of Loki is predicted to kill Odin in Ragnarok war (but he will be killed by the son of Odin, Vidarr, with his bare hands). That said, the gods tried to bind Fenrir because he grows so fast and so fierce, so that it feared would bring disaster. In business, the god Tyr have lost his right hand caused by bites of Fenrir.
20. Alexander
Alexander 'is the biggest Eidolon with an overview of such a giant robot, but with a body shape like an empire. Its main weapon is Divine Judgement in the light elements.
Alexander himself was the name of a Greek hero who is better known as The Great Alexander. He is a king of Macedonia, north of Ancient Greece. He was a pupil of Aristotle until the age of 16. At the age of 30, he created the world's largest ancient empire. Starting from the Ionian Sea to the Himalayas. He was invincible in war and is one of the most historic leader.
21. Raiden
Raiden only appeared in Final Fantasy VI as a manifestation of high levels of Odin. His stance is Shin-Zantetsuken with an additional element of lightning.
Raiden or Raijin in Japanese is the God of Thunder. He is a god in the Shinto mythology. Its name is taken from the word 'rai' (lightning) and 'shin' (god). Usually portrayed as a demon beating the drum to create thunder.
22. Gilgamesh
Gilgamesh had appeared in Final Fantasy IV as an opponent but it will help the hero at the end of the story. Gilgamesh is Eidolon comes up with a different stance.
Gilgamesh is the name of a Sumerian king of the continent 'is missing (or better known as Uruk). Leading in the year 2650 BC. He is also a main character in the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient literature which was estimated to be about 2000 years BC. Epic of Gilgamesh tells of a king, descendant of demigod (half man, half god) and ruffian named Enkidu (sent to kill Gilgamesh). After the fight between them, Gilgamesh defeated Enkidu. But they became friends and through the many legendary adventures. He was also known as a legendary knight who uses equipment called Genji. In Japan's own beliefs, Gilgamesh was associated as Benkei (sword master at the time) who was always collecting weapons from defeated enemies. The said Benkei has 999 weapons and when he fought with a man named Yoshitune, he lost. He then accompanied Yoshitune in various adventures. Perhaps this is the reason why Gilgamesh in Final Fantasy has a different stance depending on the type of weapon used.
23. Lakshmi
Lakshmi only appears in Final Fantasy VI as summon monsters that have the stance Alluring Embrace (healing). In the original version (Japanese), Lakshmi is depicted as a woman with naked and covered in white mist. But the American version, her costume was replaced with a blue dress.
Lakshmi is the goddess in Hindu belief. Also known as Gujarati, Tamil, Latchumi, Telugu or Lakumi. She is the goddess who symbolizes wealth, knowledge, luck, fertility, philanthropist and courage. And illustrated with beauty, compassion and sensuality. He is believed to protect adherents of all the misery associated with money.
24. Diablos
Diablos emerged as the Eidolon in Final Fantasy VIII with time elements. His stance called Dark Messenger. Diablos is obtained by fighting against it if it already have a Magic Lamp.
Diablos is the original Greek meaning the devil, but when entered in multiple languages, Diablo also means accuser or slanderer. In Christian belief, Diablos (a translation of Diabolos) is the embodiment of evil such as Satan, Lucifer, Beelzebub, Mephistopheles, and others. The concept of summoning Diablos attributed as the genie in the Islamic faith (like Ifrit). Usually when we successfully call him, they would give to our grant request.
25. Kjata
Kjata or Kujata is Eidolon in Final Fantasy VII, which has 3 elements (ice, fire and lightning). The stance named Tetra Disaster.
Kujata derived from Arabic mythology with Bahamut. Mentioned that he was a bull-shaped and has a 4000 eyes, ears, mouth, nose, tongue and feet within 500 years of each section (ex: eye to eye). Behind Kujata is the giant mountain named Ruby, and on top of the mountain there is an angel with the sixth hell, earth and 7 heaven.
26. Hades
Hades appears only in a few Final Fantasy series. Have toxic elements (poison elements).
Hades comes from Greek mythology as the brother of Zeus and Poseidon, is the son of Cronus and Rhea, which controls the nature / hell (underworld). He was the eldest of three brothers who managed to defeat the god of the previous Titan and eventually master the human. In Romans, Hades is known as Plouton / Pluto. In the Christian theory, Hades itself is a word that means death. Hades has a giant creature creations called Kraken.
To Be Continued...
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