History Heartwarming / DissidiaFinalFantasy

*** Just to really make you start bawling? The background music is "Eyes On Me", the song the first woman he cared for wrote in honor of him.

** The two get anotherm inor ending in the Reports of ''012''. When Zidane meets Kuja for the first time in this world (at least as far as he remembers), after a brief bit of chatter Zidane asks if Kuja has been to see Cosmos. It ''really'' says something about their relationship that Zidane automatically presumes that if Kuja was summoned to this world, he would be on Cosmos's side.

* In 012, it's revealed that Kuja was the one who first broke Kefka's spell on Terra in a brief moment of empathy, because her servitude to Kefka reminded Kuja of his own DarkAndTroubledPast.

* The ending. [[spoiler: They all get to go home at last]]. It's simple but astonishingly effective.

* [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyIX Kuja's]] Shade Impulse ending. [[spoiler:Lamenting that the world has disowned him, he asks Zidane to erase his pointless existence, but instead he tries to help him up, with his trademark line "Do I need a reason to help someone?" while adding "Or is my help not good enough for you?" Even though Kuja refuses, it's not out of arrogance. He essentially tells Zidane to forget about him and go on with his own life as he vanishes into blue flames (the sign of [[RedemptionEqualsDeath redemption]], as most of the villains vanished into purple flames). And yet, Zidane still promises they'll go back together eventually. Even the awkward LipLock does little to diminish the heartwarming.]]
* In 012, it's revealed that [[spoiler: Kuja]] was the one who first broke Kefka's spell on Terra in a brief moment of empathy, because her servitude to Kefka reminded [[spoiler: Kuja]] of his own DarkAndTroubledPast.
* Minor one: [[spoiler: after defeating Chaos, all the heroes begin to fade away into pyreflies. Before vanishing,]] you can see what appears to be [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyVI Ter]][[MamaBear ra]] comforting the [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyIII Onion Knight]].

*** It has even more impact if you know how the characters are connected - [[spoiler: it's one of the few times that Laguna acts as a father to his son.]]
* Kain's contribution in the 12th cycle (see this game's corresponding Awesome tab for the full story), more specifically [[spoiler:him going back to help his friends even though Golbez pointed out that he had the chance to escape his own demise.]] ''Duodecim'' goes to great lengths to show that, ''yes'', [[WhatYouAreInTheDark Kain really is a hero, and he deeply cares about his friends.]]
** It's especially satisfying because [[spoiler: at the beginning of Kain's plot arc, the audience reaction was probably "Oh, Kain is a traitor, yawn, we saw that happening already".]]

* Prishe's story in ''Dissidia 012 Duodecim'' is short but very sweet [[spoiler:and very pivotal to the story.]] Especially when [[spoiler:she gives the Warrior a speech about what it is to be a person]]; they are just so cute together ([[TheNotLoveInterest not in the romantic way]]).
* Speaking of the Warrior of Light, the fact that Cosmos [[spoiler:sacrifices herself to save him]] is very endearing. Especially when you consider that when they first met in ''Duodecim'' [[spoiler:she hesitated at the idea of making him one of her warriors]].

* Just before the last fight with [[spoiler: Garland]] in Warrior of Light's Destiny Oddysey, [[spoiler: Garland]] talks about the cycle of battle and how he and the Warrior of Light will always be in conflict. The hero's response? [[spoiler:He pities Garland, saying that being stuck in the cycle has driven the villain to despair. The best part though, is that [[SaveTheVillain he vows to save Garland.]] ]] Unfortunately, [[spoiler: Garland]] [[DontYouDarePityMe does not take that well,]] [[VillainousBreakdown yelling much louder than usual in the ensuing cutscene fight.]]
* The very first moogle met in the storyline greets Lightning, explains to her what the moogle shops are, and gives a few other tips. You later encounter him at Cornelia, now with his own shop, but all he has to sell are pebbles. Fast forward to Confessions of the Creator -- though the inventory depends on the total KP you've earned throughout the game, he sells the rare Elixir items needed for buying trade accessories, some of the best and rarest accessories and summons, and the KP Bonus and Banish/Death skills, two of the most useful map skills. As the saying goes, he made it after all, [[spoiler:even if Confessions is AllJustADream]].
* Zidane's intro quote to Golbez in ''Dissidia 012'' - [[spoiler:"I think you're a good brother, old man"]]. Considering Zidane's relationship with Kuja and Golbez's character arc and main source of internal conflict, very touching.
* Near the end of the Epilogue of Light to All in ''Dissidia 012'', Terra wonders about the moogles, since the summoned warriors seem to be their only customers, and that they must really value the KP they spend there. She feels like she should spend more KP before [[spoiler:they face Chaos and go home]], and wonders if the moogle nearby would let her fluff him. The entire game they've helped you out with skills and items in exchange for the KP you've earned, and now that it's almost over, Terra seems to be the only warrior that spares any thought to what's going to happen to them afterwards.
* The moments of friendship between Kain and Tifa in ''Dissidia 012''s story mode. It's just really sweet that even though [[spoiler:Tifa's not sure Kain killing the other warriors of Cosmos to save them from the manikins is right, she insists that she knows him and knows he feels what he's doing is right. And she'll stand by him as a loyal friend should.]]

* Comsos tells the Warrior of Light that she must focus all of her remaining energies on keeping the world in balance while he and the others go find their crystals and apologizes for not being able to help them more. Also a bit of a TearJerker [[spoiler:when you learn of the crystals' true nature and the role they play in her downfall]]...

* The last time the Warrior of Light and Lighting see each other, [[spoiler: before she fades away]]. Lightning gives him a nod of approval, and a [[WhenSheSmiles smile]].

--> '''Bartz''': [[FunnyMoments No, for me...of course for you!]]

* According to a report in ''012 Duodecim'', while Cloud was a warrior of Chaos he once saved Tifa from Sephiroth. Despite her not recognizing him, Cloud is spurred by the meeting into realizing he's on the wrong side. So [[{{Badass}} he picks a fight with Chaos]]. Lying defeated and fading away, Cloud uses the last of his strength to tell Cosmos to protect Tifa. Cosmos is so touched by this that she promises to bring him back on her side next cycle.

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-- > '''Cecil:''' Why tell me the secret of the crystal?
-- > '''Golbez:''' And why have you come all this way? [''chuckles''] Most likely for the same reason. [[BigBrotherInstinct A brother cares for his kin.]]

** Bonus! When the warriors are saying their final farewells to each other, they do so in descending order. Tidus (hero of the 10th game of the series) says goodbye first, followed by Zidane (9th), then Squall (8th), and so on...until it's the Warrior of Light's (1st) turn. It's like a countdown to the very beginning of the series.
** I personally loved everyone's final farewell's to each other, some of them said something poignant about what they'd learned, some short and succinct, but all of them where heartwarming ([[HiddenHeartOfGold even Cloud's]]).

* Comsos tells the Warrior of Light that she must focus all of her remaining energies on keeping the world in balance while he and the others go find their crystals and apologizes for not being able to help them more. Also a bit of a TearJerker...

* When you play as Yuna in the 12th Cycle, you get to hear a certain song from ''FFX'' on the world map: "Suteki da Ne?" ("Isn't It Wonderful?"). The song that played during Tidus and Yuna's first kiss and again during the credits in ''X''.
** I think that's supposed to be "Yuna's Determination", which, admittedly, is essentially a reprise of "Suteki da Ne?"
* It's a small scene, near the end of the conflict Garland and Golbez talk about the cycle of battle and what will happen next. [[ResignedToTheCall While Garland is his usual moody self]], Golbez reaches out to him by telling him to try and find hope for the future. Considering how often Golbez has told Cecil he's too far gone to be saved, I thought that act of kindness showed he's not as far gone as he thinks.

* A small one, but during the final chapter of Treachery of the Gods, Yuna expresses her worry about Tidus and Jecht. Though she didn't mention them by name, Tifa and [[SugarandIcePersonality Lightning]] immediately know who she was thinking about and they both give her the chance to stay behind with them. That was heartwarming by itself, but then [[SilkHidingSteel Yuna]] ''still'' chooses go fight with them even though the other two made it clear they would understand if she wanted to back out.

* The last time the Warrior of Light and Lighting see each other, [[spoiler: before she fades away]]. Lightning gives him a nod of approval, and a [[WhenSheAmiles smile]].

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--> '''Tidus''': (''notices his crystal glowing and sadly notes'') Gotta go huh? (''turns to the others and smiles'') Don't worry, the crystal knows the rest of the way. Besides, I'm always right here.

* While marching to Chaos' citadel, the Warrior of Light opens up and tells them that he's starting to worry that while they're all starting to remember their lives and homes. He still hasn't remembered a thing. The others assure him he'll remember his past in time, and this seems to ease his mind. Tidus however waits until he's alone to talk to him, telling him that the memories he's made since all the warriors met are just as important, and shouldn't be forgotten. The warrior agrees, promising to never forget his new friends.

* A small one, but during the final chapter of Treachery of the Gods, Yuna expresses her worry about Tidus and Jecht. Though she didn't mention them by name, Tifa and [[SugarandIcePersonality Lightning]] immediately know who she was thinking about and both of them give her the chance to back out and stay behind. Yuna turns down this offer by restating her resolve to fight and her belief in Tidus and Jecht, but it doesn't make it any less touching.

* Prishe's story in ''Dissidia 012 Duodecim'' is short but very sweet [[spoiler:and very pivotal to the story!]] Especially when [[spoiler:she gives the Warrior a speech about what it is to be a person]]; they are just so cute together ([[TheNotLoveInterest not in the romantic way]]).

* While marching to Chaos' citadel, the Warrior of Light opens up and tells them that he's starting to worry that while they're all starting to remember their pasts and homes. He still hasn't remembered a thing. The others assure him he'll remember his past in time, and this seems to ease his mind. Tidus however waits until he's alone to talk to him, telling him that the memories he's made since all the warriors met are just as important, and shouldn't be forgotten. The warrior agrees, promising to never forget his new friends.

* The scene where, heading to Chaos lair, Bartz talks with the Warrior, and suggests getting the others to help think up a name to call him by. While the Warrior turns down the offer, he still thanks Bartz anyway.

--> '''Cloud''': [[AloofAlly Hm, not interested.]]

* The scene where, heading back to Cosmos sanctuary, Bartz talks with the Warrior, and suggests getting the others to help think up a name to call him by. While the Warrior turns down the offer, he still thanks Bartz anyway.

* It's a small scene, near the end of the conflict Garland and Golbez talk about the cycle of battle and what will happen next. [[ResignedToTheCall While Garland is his usual moody self]], Golbez reaches out to him by telling him to try and find hope for the future. Considering how often Golbez has told Cecil and the others that he's too far gone to be saved, I thought that act of kindness showed he's not as far gone as he thinks.

* While marching to Chaos' citadel, the Warrior of Light opens up to the others and tells them that he's starting to worry that while they're all starting to remember their pasts and homes while he still hasn't remembered a thing. The others assure him he'll remember his past in time, and this seems to ease his mind. Tidus however waits until he's alone to talk to him, telling him that the memories he's made since all the warriors met are just as important, and shouldn't be forgotten. The warrior agrees, promising to never forget his new friends.

--> '''Cecil''': It's mine to pass on, [[TookALevelInBadass this strength I've gained from everyone.]]

* While marching to Chaos' citadel, the Warrior of Light opens up to the others and tells them that he's starting to worry that while they're all starting to remember their pasts and homes while he still hasn't remembered a thing. Most of the others tell him not to worry and this seems to ease his mind. Tidus however waits until he's alone to talk to him, telling him that the memories he's made since all the warriors met are just as important, and shouldn't be forgotten. The warrior agrees, promising to never forget his new friends.

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* It's a small scene, near the end of the conflict Garland and Golbez talk about the cycle of battle and what will happen next. [[ResignedToTheCall While Garland is his usual moody self]], Golbez reaches out to him by telling him to try and find hope for the future. Considering how often Golbez has told Cecil and the others that he's to far gone to be saved, I thought that act of kindness showed he's not as far gone as he thinks.

* In 012, it's revealed that [[spoiler: Kuja]] was the one who first broke Kefka's spell on Terrain a brief moment of empathy, because her servitude to Kefka reminded [[spoiler: Kuja]] of his own DarkAndTroubledPast.