Final Fantasy XII

Final Fantasy XII is set in Ivalice, a land comprised of several continents and kingdoms. One of the kingdoms, Nabradia, is under attack by the Archadian Empire at the game's onset. The invasion interrupts the wedding between the prince of Nabradia and Princess Ashe of Dalmasca. In the ensuing war, the prince is killed and the princess is presumed to have committed suicide.

The remainder of the game deals with the consequences of these opening events. The political turmoil in Ivalice is exacerbated by the emergence of the Dalmascan Resistance and the exploitation of Nethicite, a synthetic form of the magic-rich mineral magicite.

Players use gate or save crystals to save the game.

• What statements do you think the game makes about war? About political leaders and power?
• What do you think of the game's messages about loyalty? Do you think loyalty should be absolute, or should people be more cautious when they're loyal to others?