Ninjutsu (skillset)

Ninjutsu, also known as Ninja Magic or Ninja, is a recurring ability and class of spells in the Final Fantasy series.

Final Fantasy IV
Ninjutsu, also known as Ninja and Ninja Magic in other translations, is Edge's special magic in the game Final Fantasy IV. It combines aspects of White and Black Magic, but seems to focus primarily on Black Magic, with the main spells being of Black Magic orientation. In the Nintendo DS version of Final Fantasy IV, Edge learns three new Ninjutsu: an Earth-elemental attack, an Ice-elemental attack, and a Wind-elemental attack. Edge learns new Ninjutsu techniques as he levels up, with the exception of Flood and Blitz, which he learns after going into a rage at Rubicante after his parents had died at the hands of Dr. Lugae.

Final Fantasy IV: The After Years


Ninjutsu spells come back in the sequel. It works in the same way as it was in the original game, only now, new characters besides Edge can use Ninjutsu.

Final Fantasy XI
Ninjutsu is only available to Ninjas or those who set ninja as their sub job. Ninjutsu comes in three different forms, enfeebling, enhancing, and offensive. The most commonly used Ninjutsu is Utsusemi which allows a ninja to absorb a number of attacks depending on the level of spell cast. It is this which forms the basis of a ninja tank.

Final Fantasy Tactics Advance
The Ninja uses an ability called "Ninja Skill", which includes Throw and a variety of status-inflicting "Veil" attacks.

Final Fantasy Tactics A2
The Ninja makes another appearance. This time, the class ability is named "Ninjutsu". It uses the same moves as in Final Fantasy Tactics Advance.