The Soul Eater (ソウルイーター, Souruītā?), also known as the Soil Eater, is a recurring creature in the Final Fantasy series, first appearing in Final Fantasy II. It is oftentimes the most powerful of the Nutkin family, having exceptionally high stats across the board.
Appearances[]
Final Fantasy II[]
The Soul Eater appears as an enemy exclusive to the Dawn of Souls and 20th Anniversary releases, encountered in Raqia. Unlike later appearances, it is a variant of the Vampire Thorn and similar enemies rather than a Nutkin. It attacks by draining HP from its targets and travels in large groups, but is otherwise a weak foe.
Final Fantasy V[]
The Soul Eater appears as an enemy exclusive to the Advance and Matrix Software releases, encountered in the Sealed Temple. It is capable of casting Osmose, Drain, and Death Claw, but is more fearsome for its Incisor attack which inflicts heavy damage and statuses.
Final Fantasy Dimensions[]
The Soul Eater appears as an optional boss encountered in the Forest of Spirits within The Void west of Alfheim. It is highly dangerous as it can split into five Soul Eaters if struck with any attack that ignores Defenses. Defeating it rewards the player with the Miracle Shoes.
Final Fantasy Dimensions II[]
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Final Fantasy Brave Exvius[]
The Soul Eater appears as an enemy encountered in the Crystal Tower Entrance, Crystal Way, and Summit of the Setting Sun.
Etymology[]
A soul eater is a folklore figure in the traditional belief systems of some African peoples, notably the Hausa people of Nigeria and Niger. Belief in soul eaters is related to traditional folk beliefs in witchcraft, zombies, and related phenomena. The soul eater is supposedly able to consume an individual's spirit, causing a wasting disease that can be fatal.