Leon

Sorceress's Knight

Protagonist Squall Leonhart from ''Final Fantasy VIII'', a comrade in Traverse Town. In the Kingdom Hearts series, he appears as Leon and serves as a big brother figure to the protagonist.

Quotes

  • Don't leave my side.
  • I will become the Sorceress's Knight.
  • The lion has a name: Griever.
  • I can live on my own.
  • Rely on me.

Trivia

  • In the ''Kingdom Hearts'' series, his name is Leon, with different lore from Squall.
  • Forehead scar from fight with Seifer, symbol of rivalry.
  • Gunblade model is a uniquely shaped sword, one-of-a-kind weapon in-game.
  • Squall's character is lonely and calm but harbors a passionate heart.
  • Named Leon to make him more approachable.
  • Relationship with Rinoa is a key axis of the story.

Alternate names

Squall Leonhart Squall Leonhart Leon

Tags

Kingdom Hearts Final Fantasy VIII SeeD Mercenary Gunblade Traverse Town Squall Leonhart Sorceress's Knight Leader Taciturn

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
August 23

Appearance

Overall appearance
Tall 177cm slim young man. Gives a taciturn and cool impression but harbors inner strength and passion. Has a scar on his forehead from training with rival Seifer. Clothing is an iconic black-based design symbolic of a gunblade user.
Height
Approximately 177cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Forehead scar
  • Silver lion-motif necklace
  • Expressionless but sharp gaze
Iconic items
  • Gunblade
  • Lion-motif silver ring
  • Silver necklace (Griever)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Cool
Detailed personality
Tends to keep distance from others and is taciturn, but harbors passionate feelings and a strong sense of justice within. Fears opening his heart but grows through encounters and experiences with comrades, transforming into a passionate leader.
Keywords
  • Cool
  • Taciturn
  • High pride
  • Serious
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Calm
  • Passionate heart
  • Growth
Talents
  • General combat techniques
  • Gunblade wielder
  • Mastery of sword techniques and Renzokuken
  • Leadership
Skills
  • Maximizes Junction system usage
  • Tactical command
  • Balance of defense and offense
  • Calm judgment
Motivation
Protects Rinoa who inherited the sorceress's power and wishes for world peace. Deepens bonds with comrades and aims to become a true knight.
Habits
Expressionless with high pride, has a strong rivalry with Seifer.
Favorite foods
Secret
Hobbies
Swordsmanship, Combat training
Favorite colors
Black

History

Backstory
From an orphanage, lost parts of his memories due to G.F. side effects since childhood. Trauma from separation with Ellone, whom he adored like a real sister, caused him to close his heart to others. Entered Garden at age 5 and underwent rigorous training as a SeeD candidate. Despite his taciturn and calm personality, he is respected by comrades for his sword skills and exceptional combat abilities. Through his encounter with Rinoa, he nurtures bonds with comrades and resolves to become her knight after she inherits the sorceress's power.
Debut date
February 11, 1999
Work title
Final Fantasy VIII
Media type
Game

First mission as SeeD

Significant event
First mission as SeeD
Description
Passed practical exam as Balamb Garden SeeD candidate and participated in resistance organization mission.

Encounter with Rinoa

Significant event
Encounter with Rinoa
Description
Meets Rinoa, leader of the anti-Galbadia resistance 'Forest Owls', in Timber.

Battle with Sorceress Edea

Significant event
Battle with Sorceress Edea
Description
Fights Sorceress Edea, sustaining heavy injuries but struggles to protect Rinoa.

Becomes Rinoa's knight as Sorceress

Significant event
Becomes Rinoa's knight as Sorceress
Description
Resolves to become the knight protecting Rinoa after she inherits the sorceress's power.

Joins Kingdom Hearts series

Significant event
Joins Kingdom Hearts series
Description
Appears as Leon in Kingdom Hearts series, fights alongside protagonists in Destiny Islands and Traverse Town.

Relationships

Laguna Loire

Father

Biological father. Connected through past fateful ties.

Ellone

Sister-like figure adored in early childhood. Memories have faded but a fateful connection remains.

Rinoa Heartilly

Partner

Vows to protect Rinoa as the Sorceress's Knight.

Quistis Trepe

Mentor

As instructor, guided Squall strictly yet warmly, supporting his growth.

Zell Dincht

Teammate

Hot-blooded friend who fights alongside to the end.

Selphie Tilmitt

Teammate

Cheerful comrade who energizes the team.

Irvine Kinneas

Teammate

Flirtatious but reliable sniper.

SeeD

SeeD: leader

Balamb Garden

Balamb Garden: unknown

Media appearances

Final Fantasy VIII

Game / Protagonist

1999 PS version

Kingdom Hearts

Game / Supporting

2002

Dissidia Final Fantasy

Game / Protagonist

2008

Final Fantasy VIII Remastered

Game / Protagonist

2019

Voice cast and creators

Hideki Ishikawa

Voice actor
Hideki Ishikawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Original

Hideki Ishikawa

Voice actor
Hideki Ishikawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Kingdom Hearts series

Kazushige Nojima

Creator name
Kazushige Nojima
Role
Original author

Tetsuya Nomura

Creator name
Tetsuya Nomura
Role
Character designer

Kazushige Nojima

Creator name
Kazushige Nojima
Role
Writer

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Animation studio

Square Enix

Creator name
Square Enix
Role
Publisher

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Licensee

Related goods

Squall 1/8 Scale Figure

Item name
Squall 1/8 Scale Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Final Fantasy VIII Original Soundtrack

Item name
Final Fantasy VIII Original Soundtrack
Category
Digital
Availability
Regular

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