Lightning

Stoic Warrior

The protagonist of ''Final Fantasy XIII'', a strong and calm former soldier woman warrior. She faces many hardships and supports her comrades.

Quotes

  • I am my own warrior.
  • If we don't move forward, nothing will change.
  • For the sake of protecting comrades, I will overcome any hardship.
  • Face destiny without fear.
  • True strength is the strength of the heart.

Trivia

  • Lightning's name means 'thunder' in Western countries, symbolizing her personality and combat style.
  • Her design emphasizes a strong feminine image.
  • Voiced by Maaya Sakamoto in the Japanese version, highly acclaimed.
  • Known for using a Gunblade, a weapon combining gun and sword.
  • Highly popular character in collaborations and events outside games.

Alternate names

Lightning Claire Farron Lightning Big Sis

Tags

Final Fantasy RPG Female Protagonist Warrior Former Soldier Fantasy Heroine Strong Woman Lightning

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
Short light pink hair, stylish light combat attire based on a military uniform. Sharp eyes and a toned physique are characteristic.
Height
About 170cm
Eye color
Blue
Hair color
Multicolor
Distinguishing features
  • Short-cut pink hair
  • Light combat attire suitable for battle
  • Sharp gaze
Iconic items
  • Gunblade
  • Light Combat Uniform
  • Headset
  • Cloak

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Calm
Detailed personality
Usually cool and composed, with a strong sense of responsibility. Sometimes strict but caring towards comrades, with strong will and a spirit of self-sacrifice.
Keywords
  • Strong
  • Calm
  • Strong Sense of Responsibility
  • Devoted
  • Self-Sacrificing
  • Leadership
  • Cool
Motto
Fight to protect comrades
Talents
  • Combat Sense
  • Swordsmanship
  • Quick Reactions
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Mental Fortitude
Skills
  • Gunblade Operation
  • Close Combat
  • Team Leadership
  • Tactical Planning
  • Adversity Response
Motivation
Save the world with comrades and confront her own past
Habits
Calm and composed, but occasionally shows tears or emotional fluctuations
Favorite foods
Unknown
Favorite colors
Pink, White
Hobbies
Reads books during rest
Disliked situations
Meaningless Conflicts, Comrades in Danger

History

Backstory
Former soldier with a past of fighting for her younger sister Serah. Struggles to forge her own and her comrades' futures while resisting fate.
Debut date
December 17, 2009
Work title
Final Fantasy XIII
Media type
Game

Escape from Conflict

Significant event
Escape from Conflict
Description
Escapes with her sister while pursued by enemies.

Battle Against Fate

Significant event
Battle Against Fate
Description
Confronts gods and fate to face the world's crisis.

Bonds with Comrades

Significant event
Bonds with Comrades
Description
Travels with many comrades, deepening their bonds.

Relationships

Serah Farron

Sibling

Younger sister, shares a strong bond fighting for her sake.

Hope Estheim

Teammate

Comrade who fought together and overcame hardships.

Fang

Teammate

Overcame numerous hardships through joint battles.

Vanille

Friend

Close comrade who supports each other mentally.

Group B

Group B: leader

Media appearances

Final Fantasy XIII

Game / Protagonist

Released in 2009

Final Fantasy XIII-2

Game / Supporting

Released in 2011

Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII

Game / Protagonist

Released in 2013

Final Fantasy XIII Episode Zero -Promise- Fang and Vanille

Anime / Cameo

2010

Voice cast and creators

Maaya Sakamoto

Voice actor
Maaya Sakamoto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Game Version

Ali Hillis

Voice actor
Ali Hillis
Language
English
Version or series
Game Version

Square Enix

Creator name
Square Enix
Role
Original author

Yoshitaka Amano

Creator name
Yoshitaka Amano
Role
Character designer

Kazushige Nojima

Creator name
Kazushige Nojima
Role
Writer

Square Enix

Creator name
Square Enix
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Lightning Figure

Item name
Lightning Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Lightning Plush

Item name
Lightning Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Limited

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