Intelligence (stat)

Intelligence, also known as Intellect and usually abbreviated as INT, is a recurring statistic in the Final Fantasy series. It largely has the same function as Magic Power.

Intelligence is used primarily to determine the strength of magical attacks. In games where Mind also exists, Intelligence only determines the strength of Black Magic spells.

Final Fantasy
The Intelligence stat is glitched in both the NES and PS versions of Final Fantasy. Intelligence is supposed to be a factor in how much damage or healing a spell will do, but is never factored in, making the stat completely useless.

Final Fantasy II
Intelligence increases damage dealt and efficiency of Black Magic spells. It is increased by casting Black Magic spells in combat.

Final Fantasy IV
Intellect is tied in with how much magic damage is dealt.

Final Fantasy XI
Intelligence can also determine the likelihood that certain skills are successfully used, such as the Final Fantasy XI Thief ability Pick Locks. The Dark Knight ability Absorb-INT, allows the player to temporarily steal an enemy's Intelligence stat and boost their own.

Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light
Intelligence determines the characters' offensive magic damage. Magic-oriented jobs, such as Black Mage and Sage, have the highest Intellect.