Zidane Tribal - Popular Character Encyclopedia

Quotes

“I'm Zidane Tribal, nice to meet you!”
“Life is meant to be enjoyed!”
“Nothing to fear with friends around”
“You won't know until you try”
“I'll change fate with my own hands”

Trivia

Zidane's name comes from 'Zidane', which is also known as a name from French-speaking regions.
Character design handled by designer Yoshitaka Amano.
Possesses a tail as a beastman trait and moves with remarkable agility even during battle.
Uses a variety of weapons in the game, with daggers (short swords) as his main armament.
His cheerful and free-spirited personality is especially beloved among series fans.

Alternate names

Zidane Thief Zidane Tribal

Profile

Species: Hybrid (Human and Beastman)
Gender: Male
Birthday: September 16

Appearance

Overall appearance: Young man with long blond hair reaching his waist and a lithe build. Possesses a tail and beastman features in his ears.
Height: Approximately 174cm
Weight: Secret
Eye color: Blue
Hair color: Blond
Distinguishing features: Beastman ears

Tail

Flexible movements

Bright smile
Iconic items: Dagger (Short sword)

Thief's attire

Tail

Personality and abilities

Core personality: Cheerful
Detailed personality: Free-spirited and cheerful, with a strong sense of camaraderie. Optimistic, faces difficulties with a positive outlook. Sometimes reckless, but also possesses a sincere side.
Keywords: Free-spirited

Cheerful

Brave

Loyal to friends

Optimistic

Mischievous

Strong sense of justice
Motto: “Life is meant to be enjoyed”
Talents: High physical abilities

Excellent combat sense

High agility

Exceptional reflexes

Leadership
Skills: Short sword techniques

Stealth actions

Motivating allies

Tactical judgment

Stealing
Motivation: To uncover the mystery of his own birth and alter the fate of the world
Habits: Often cracks jokes, has a great sense of humor
Favorite foods: Bread, Fruit, Light snacks
Favorite colors: Blue, Gold
Hobbies: Adventure, Stealing, Chatting with friends
Disliked situations: Betrayal, Loneliness

History

Backstory: A human-beastman hybrid created through genetic manipulation. Raised in Terra during his childhood, he was active as a member of the thief troupe Tantalus. Later sets out on an adventure with his companions to confront the mysteries of the world.
Debut date: July 7, 2000
Work title: Final Fantasy IX
Media type: Game

Birth in the Kingdom of Terra

Significant event: Birth in the Kingdom of Terra
Description: Born through genetic manipulation and possesses the secret of his birth.

Gaia Escape Adventure

Significant event: Gaia Escape Adventure
Description: Begins his adventure with the thief troupe's companions and achieves growth.

Confrontation with Kuja

Significant event: Confrontation with Kuja
Description: Faces off against his archenemy Kuja in a battle that determines the world's fate.

Relationships

Vivi Ornitier

Best friend

Watches over Vivi's growth and travels together as companions

Garnet Til Alexandros XVII

Partner

Fought alongside the princess to save the world

Steiner

Teammate

Developed mutual understanding and support during their journey

Tantalus

Tantalus: member

Protagonist Party

Protagonist Party: leader

Media appearances

Final Fantasy IX

Game / Protagonist

Released in 2000

Final Fantasy IX Opening Movie

Anime / Protagonist

Voice cast and creators

森川智之

Voice actor: 森川智之
Language: Japanese
Version or series: ゲーム版

Bobby Edner

Voice actor: Bobby Edner
Language: English
Version or series: ゲーム版

関俊彦

Voice actor: 関俊彦
Language: Japanese
Version or series: ドラマCD版

Square (now Square Enix)

Creator name: Square (now Square Enix)
Role: Original author

Yoshitaka Amano

Creator name: Yoshitaka Amano
Role: Character designer

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Zidane Tribal Action Figure

Item name: Zidane Tribal Action Figure
Category: Figure
Availability: Regular

Zidane's Dagger Replica

Item name: Zidane's Dagger Replica
Category: Accessory
Availability: Limited

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