Vivi Ornitier
Solitary Black Mage
A protagonist-level Black Mage character from 'Final Fantasy IX'. An innocent and cheerful personality, yet a lonely young man troubled by the meaning of his own existence.
Quotes
- I don't understand... that I am such a small existence.
- I am me. Even if I can't do anything, just being here has meaning.
- Magic is scary. But I want to use it.
- I don't know where to go or what to do. But I'm not scared.
- When I'm with you all, I feel a little stronger.
Trivia
- Vivi's character design follows the traditional Black Mage image while adding cuteness.
- In 'Final Fantasy IX', Vivi symbolizes philosophical themes of life and self.
- Voice actor Keiji Fujiwara portrayed Vivi with a calm and intellectual voice.
- Vivi is one of the most popular characters in the Final Fantasy series.
- Vivi's hat is his trademark symbolizing his existence.
Alternate names
Vivi Orunitia
Vivi
Boy Mage
Profile
- Species
- Black Mage (Mage)
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Wears a black robe and a large-brimmed black hat, with a mysterious appearance where the face is hidden in shadow. Distinctive large yellow eyes and a small, boyish build.
- Height
- Approximately 120cm
- Weight
- Secret
- Eye color
- Yellow
- Hair color
- Black
- Distinguishing features
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- Hat covers most of the face
- Yellow eyes
- Black robe
- Iconic items
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- Large-brimmed black hat
- Black Mage's robe
- Staff
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Innocent
- Detailed personality
- Introverted and thoughtful, yet kind, innocent, and sincere to those around him. Constantly seeks the meaning of his own existence and life. Wields black magic but has a delicate heart.
- Keywords
-
- Innocent
- Shy
- Thoughtful
- Sincere
- Kind
- Has weaknesses
- Motto
- I want to know my own existence
- Talents
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- Use of black magic
- Fire, ice, and lightning attribute magic
- High magical power
- Skills
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- Black magic acquisition
- Some summoning magic usable
- Magic power enhancement
- Motivation
- To discover the meaning of his own existence and know his true self
- Habits
- Often peeks from under the hat's shadow. Speaks little. Difficult to express emotions outwardly.
- Favorite foods
- Cake, Fruit
- Favorite colors
- Black, Blue
- Hobbies
- Magic training, Thinking in quiet places
- Disliked situations
- Isolation, Unstable situations, Having his existence denied
History
- Backstory
- Vivi is an artificially created Black Mage who is troubled by not knowing his origins or reason for existence. During his journey, he meets companions and begins to deeply contemplate his identity.
- Debut date
- July 7, 2000
- Work title
- Final Fantasy IX
- Media type
- Game
Departure to Gaia Continent
- Significant event
- Departure to Gaia Continent
- Description
- Vivi sets out on an adventure with his companions, seeking the mystery of his own existence.
Conflict over his own existence
- Significant event
- Conflict over his own existence
- Description
- Learns that he is an artificial lifeform with a limited lifespan and suffers in anguish.
Formation of bonds with companions
- Significant event
- Formation of bonds with companions
- Description
- Deepens trust with companions through the journey and grows.
Relationships
Zidane Tribal
Best friend
A best friend who traveled together and overcame many crises.
Garnet Til Alexandros XVII
Teammate
The princess companion who understood and supported Vivi's humanity.
Steiner
Teammate
The knight who recognized Vivi as a companion.
Eiko
Teammate
Companion like a childhood friend who shared innocence.
Zidane's Party
Zidane's Party: magic-user
Media appearances
Final Fantasy IX
Game / Protagonist
Released in 2000
Final Fantasy IX Animation
Anime / Protagonist
Not released
Voice cast and creators
Keiji Fujiwara
- Voice actor
- Keiji Fujiwara
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Original game version
Billy Zane
- Voice actor
- Billy Zane
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- English dub version
Square (later Square Enix)
- Creator name
- Square (later Square Enix)
- Role
- Original author
Yoshitaka Amano
- Creator name
- Yoshitaka Amano
- Role
- Character designer
Related goods
Vivi Ornitier Figure
- Item name
- Vivi Ornitier Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Vivi Mascot Plush
- Item name
- Vivi Mascot Plush
- Category
- Plush or doll
- Availability
- Limited