Concealed by illusion, this village deep in a dying forest on the Outer Continent is the home of black mages who, for reasons they themselves don't know, are no longer automatons but have minds of their own. They have fled the humans who once controlled them and established this remote hidden village to attempt to learn about life, which was thrust upon them so suddenly. And perhaps, to learn about death, as well.

Offensive magic used mainly by black mages. Basic black magic includes elemental spells such as Fire, while the more advanced skills (Ultima) tend to shun elements in order to deal maximum damage to all enemies. Some black magic may inflict status ailments, such as Poison.

A legendary materia sought by Sephiroth, used to summon Meteor, a comet so large that crashing it into the Planet would threaten its life. The Ancients guarded this power by making the Black Materia into the Temple of the Ancients. The only way to gain it is to shrink down the temple from the inside, crushing whomever makes the attempt. The Black Materia's opposite is Holy Materia.

The Ocean Palace, risen from the depths after the destruction of Zeal. Its curious existence transcends time, appearing in every era after 12,000BC, and disappearing from all if it is destroyed. People of future years remark on its beauty, little knowing its true origin as a conduit for Lavos. Queen Zeal lives on inside, immortal thanks to the power of the Mammon Machine.

One of Lulu's bangles, with protection against four status ailments using Statusproof.

A trio of elite Black Mages constructed by Zorn and Thorn to retrieve and/or kill Garnet should anything go wrong. They have been programmed to get her back at all costs. No. 1 strikes in the Ice Cavern, putting everyone but Zidane to sleep. No. 2 attacks in Dali before they board the airship, and No. 3 just after. No. 3 makes a comeback on the Berkmea, malfunctioning due to the damage it suffered last time.

One of Wakka's balls, with the Darkstrike ability.

One of Auron's blades, with no auto-ability and only one free slot at most.

Cloud's first level 2 Limit Break. He slices, sending a beam to one enemy. After damaging it it disperses and hits the other opponents for less damage.

A laid-back member of Tantalus who ends up petrified in Evil Forest. The rest of the group later manage to free him with Supersoft, with the help of Dagger and Tot.

One of Wakka's armguards, with protection against zombie using either the Zombie Ward or Zombieproof auto-ability.

One of Kimahri's armlets, with protection against zombie using either the Zombie Ward or Zombieproof auto-ability.

One of Lulu's bangles, with protection against zombie using either the Zombie Ward or Zombieproof auto-ability.

One of Auron's bracers, with protection against zombie using either the Zombie Ward or Zombieproof auto-ability.

One of Yuna's rings, with Auto-Protect, Auto-Shell, Auto-Reflect, and Auto-Regen.

One of Yuna's rings, with protection against zombie using either the Zombie Ward or Zombieproof auto-ability.

One of Tidus' shields, with protection against zombie using either the Zombie Ward or Zombieproof auto-ability.

One of Rikku's targes, with protection against zombie using either the Zombie Ward or Zombieproof auto-ability.

One of Wakka's balls, with the Darktouch ability.

One of Lulu's dolls, with the Darktouch ability.

Sabin's unique skill. Unlike his twin Edgar with his love of machinery, Sabin uses his bare hands to unleash various powerful martial arts attacks, if the correct buttons are punched in order. His Blitzes include Pummel, AuraBolt, Suplex, Fire Dance, Mantra, Air Blade, Spiraler, and Bum Rush.