Reaver (アパンダ, Apanda?, lit. Apanta), also known as Apanda or Apprehendr, is a recurring enemy in the Final Fantasy series. It typically appears as either a Giant or a Behemoth.
Appearances[]
Final Fantasy V[]
Apanda is fought in the library of the Interdimensional Rift. Its appearance and fight pattern are similar to Byblos, and the fear of Ifrit is shared. It uses mostly physical attacks, Thread, Magic Hammer, Wind Slash, Discord and Confuse. It will usually counter physical attacks with Protect or Drain and will counter magical attacks with Toad or Drain. Apanda is notably one of the few enemies to learn Magic Hammer from.
Final Fantasy XII[]
Reaver is fought in the Second Ascent in Pharos and in the Subterra.
Final Fantasy XIII-2[]
Reaver is fought in the Archylte Steppe in Year Unknown, in the Sanctorium and the Plains of Eternity. It mostly uses physical attacks, though can also use Fira. It can switch to a bipedal stance, fully recovering its HP.
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII[]
Reaver is fought in the Wildlands, and has a "Reaver Rampager" equivalent. It is the only member of the Behemoth family, and has an identical appearance to its Final Fantasy XIII-2 appearance. The abilities used are also similar.
Final Fantasy XIV[]
Apanda appears as an enemy in Great Gubal Library (Hard).
Final Fantasy Tactics[]
Reavers are a group of enemies which are present during the battle with Celia and Lettie. They have relatively high strength and average toughness, and most of their abilities are Bio abilities.
Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift[]
Reavers are green members of the Behemoth family, and have high HP and high physical damage.
Crystal Defenders[]
Reavers are similar enemies to Behemoth, with strong HP.
Final Fantasy Airborne Brigade[]
Reavers appear as enemies.
Final Fantasy Record Keeper[]
Final Fantasy Brave Exvius[]
Non-Final Fantasy appearances[]
Puzzle & Dragons[]
Reaver appeared in Puzzle & Dragons as part of the Crystal Defenders collaboration.
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Etymology[]
Reaver is an archaic term that means "to rob, plunder, or steal".
Apanda is likely supposed to be Greek άπαντα apanta, meaning "complete works".