Interceptor (Final Fantasy VI)

Interceptor is a character in Final Fantasy VI. He is Shadow's dog, and does not leave his side. Shadow likes to claim that he eats strangers. For the most part, this is true. Interceptor can be ruthless at times, especially when Shadow is in danger. However, Interceptor is friendly and playful to Relm Arrowny. This is one of the clues in the game that Shadow is Relm's father.

In Battle
Interceptor can help out in battle if Shadow is in the party, not on the Floating Continent, and if Shadow did not have Rippler cast on him. If Shadow is attacked physically, there is a chance that Interceptor will parry for Shadow, and thus he will take no damage. If this happens, there is a small chance Interceptor will counterattack with Wild Fang or Takedown, which deal defense-penetrating magic damage to the enemy. These counterattacks do not hit floating targets.

Also, should the player choose not to wait for Shadow on the Floating Continent, Interceptor's parry and attack moves will be done if Relm is physically attacked instead.

Trivia

 * Interceptor makes a cameo appearance, alongside Shadow, in Dissidia Final Fantasy as a tutor from the in-game manuals.

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