It’s here that is the deciding factor in whether or not you obtain Cloud as a character later on. Though this flower girl doesn’t have a name, her appearance is enough for fans to make the logical connection to the tragic heroine. Instantly, players that have been acquainted with Final Fantasy VII will recognize this flower girl as none other than Aerith Gainsborough. While it hasn’t yet been proven to be a “canon” installment in Cloud’s story, this game does serve as a reminder of Cloud and Aerith’s bond.
This is the first time, other than the original game, where we see Cloud’s search for Aerith is revisited. Released on March 10th, 1997, Final Fantasy Tactics serves as Cloud’s first cameo appearance as a non-playable character that assists Ramza for a brief time.
