Samurai (サムライ or さむらい, Samurai?), also known as Asigaru, is a recurring enemy in the Final Fantasy series. They are typically formidable physical opponents. In entries where enemies may have jobs, members of the Samurai job may also appear as enemies.
Appearances[]
Final Fantasy VI[]
The Samurai is an enemy encountered in the Dreamscape and Ancient Castle. The Samurai is dangerous because of its special attack, Slay, instantly kills one target, and as a physical attack it ignores immunity to death attacks. They have a chance to use Slay every other turn and can make short work of the party.
The Final Fantasy Legend[]
The Asigaru appears as an enemy on the first floor of the Tower.
Final Fantasy Legend II[]
The Samurai appears as an enemy in Ki's Body.
Pictlogica Final Fantasy[]
The Final Fantasy VI Samurai appears as an enemy.
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Final Fantasy Record Keeper[]
The Final Fantasy VI Samurai appears as an enemy.
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Etymology[]
Samurai were the military nobility of medieval and early-modern Japan. They were not just great swordsmen, but also powerful horse archers and martial artists of other fields. Though their status was that above commoners, samurai were bound to forms of etiquette and a way of life known as Bushido, stressing honor to one's devoted and preparing oneself in the face of death. Ashigaru were foot-soldiers who were employed by the samurai class of feudal Japan.