People who know me might have heard me mention at one point or another that I attribute the SNES generation of J-RPGs with partially teaching me how to read (this, coupled with AOL Instant Messenger as a substitute for a proper typing class, makes me a firm supporter of “popular culture”).  I always loved reading and probably did a bit more of it than most people, but it was not until FFII (VI) for the SNES that I took a nose-dive into sci-fi and fantasy.  While I’m interested in other things now, I will always have a soft spot for “fantastic” genres.

I recently started playing Final Fantasy VI for the first time in over eight years.  From about 1995-2000, I played it once or twice a year, every year.  I can even remember writing a story in 5th grade that incorporated the 8 legendary dragons.  Good thing I didn’t get sued.  Anyway, I wanted to share my character re-names.  Each of them has some significance in our culture, though perhaps specifically to me.  The names don’t necessarily match the personalities of the characters, but I suppose there are a few unconscious comparisons to be made.  Anyway, if you can guess who each of these refer to, bonus points to you.  Oh, and to make things tough, not all of the names are from people, per se.

Terra -> Irma

Locke -> Hegel

Cyan -> Negri

Shadow -> Fierro

Edgar -> Goethe

Sabin -> Favela

Celes -> Alma

Strago -> Hume

Relm -> Frida

Setzer -> Oates

Mog -> Flint

Gau -> Fulci

Gogo -> Tubbs

Umaro -> Stevie

As you can see, some are easier to guess than others.  If nothing else, give FFVI on GBA a try, it is an excellent port and is worth the ~$25 or so that it fetches on the open market.