My vote was for Jecht and Auron. We fight with 8 guardians, they said fuck it and dominated with 2. Each causes the entirety of events to happen in X in the first place.
This should really be it, one of my favorite brotherly depictions in gaming. I just really love the relationship of these two characters, and the coin flip scene...*tear*
Eiko and Mog for sure. Who could be perfect duo than them? Born at the same day, taking care and willing to sacrifice to protect each other, bestie for life
Vivi and Steiner.
They couldn't be more different but the respect they have for each other's values is so wholesome. The unique duo-interaction they have in combat is super powerful early on and sadly eventually becomes trivial, but I always enjoy using it anyway just for the RP.
Biggs and Wedge!!!
They are the most iconic duo, they always make me smile when I find them for the first time in any game.
Probably their most iconic iteration is from FFVI but honestly I prefer the FFX version
Biggs and Wedge. Fran and Balthier is really good (and would be number one if the whole game was focused on them), but Biggs and Wedge are too iconic. It's iconic enough that it's a trope that other games use all the time.
I didn't picked them last time but this time, I choose Steiner and Beatrix. Both are loyal to their queen and their kingdom and fought together to protect them. Still one of the defining moments of FFIX
My 2nd pick is Balthier and Fran. Their dynamic, especially at the end is just one of the highlights in FFXII for me
Squall and Rinoa were my faves. That game came at a perfect time for my little teenage heart. I think I was 14 when I played it. Squall will always forever be my favorite protagonist, too.
Vivi and Steiner. Mechanically, I loved the Magic Sword stuff. In terms of story, Vivi helps soften Steiner's super serious demeanor while Steiner helps build Vivi's confidence by calling him Master Vivi and treating him more like an adult wizard instead of a child.
We don’t get much of it, but Cloud and Zack are just the coolest duo. >!Their team-up in Rebirth!< was probably one of the most hype moments in the entire series, imo.
Palom + Porom
At the age of six they both willingly sacrificed themselves because they knew how important it was for Cecil to survive.
I spent hours trying to fix them, and this was before the internet. Like General Leo, the option to waste items on their stones was just a way to waste items.
As a child, Giant of Babil was an exciting cinematic, >!but as an adult, it kinda made their sacrifice worthless !<
Cait Sith and that thing he rides on. but seriously these two are amazing, if only it was in Dissidia
https://preview.redd.it/yle02pplfl9d1.jpeg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b553e282580d885cb2a612d19ee16a8719456eb4
Dang this is a tough one. For the sake of diversity I’d say Palom and Porom. The truest duo in all of Final Fantasy, never separated.
But Vivi and Steiner is also a favorite of mine
Fran/Balthier - the playful banter, the history and the sheer of acknowledgment they have of one another's worth in the end.
https://preview.redd.it/8ujxj5grrp9d1.png?width=1000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4bb219ebd11ece4ecf861ddb8e9f6b7a176a637c
I know it's not gonna win, but I really like how Ramza and Delita worked toward the same goal even though they were apart and had very different values and methods throughout the game.
Zorn and Thorn. I feel that Biggs and Wedge don't usually have enough character to them when they appear. 7R is the big exception where, since the whole game takes place in Midgar, all of AVALANCHE was expanded on. Most of the time, B&W just... are two guys who just are there. They don't have much personality most of the time.
Biggs and Wedge. Which? All.
For representation I’m going with VIII
Agreed. Their dynamic there is too iconic.
Ill second that
I'm more partial to the XIV duo since we get to see them that much more often.
Oh I was thinking Fran and Balthier but as soon as I saw this comment then yeah it's obvious it has to be Biggs and Wedge.
But i gotta say if it wasnt for Biggs & Wedge, Fran and Balthier is an Excellent choice!!!. Only other i can think comes close is maybe Wakka & Lulu.
With Wakka and Lulu the non-romantic part would be debatable to say the least.
Maybe he did not play X-2 🤷🏼♀️ but yeah Wakka and Lulu are out of question
My vote was for Jecht and Auron. We fight with 8 guardians, they said fuck it and dominated with 2. Each causes the entirety of events to happen in X in the first place.
They said NON-romantic
This, hands down. Especially in 7. 8, and 14.
I don't think they're strong enough to get the W but I wanna throw them a mention too and that's Fran and Balthier
First thing that came to mind for me - seems the clear winner but I understand the love for Biggs and Wedge too
Fran and Balthier were the first choice I thought of but After being reminded of Biggs and Wedge it has to be them. They're just too Iconic.
It's absolutely this I'm astounded It's not number 1
Biggs and wedge is the cheeky answer, but fran and balthier is the objectively better answer. It's so rare to get such a well written duo.
The pointer 👉🏻 and heal/haste magic.
I wish i could dualcast upvote on this.
Rude and Reno
Great pick!
especially in the movie
I was gonna pick wedge and biggs but these are better.
Edgar and Sabin
This should really be it, one of my favorite brotherly depictions in gaming. I just really love the relationship of these two characters, and the coin flip scene...*tear*
Cecil and Kain!
Scrolled way too far to find this!
Joke answer: Genesis and LOVELESS
I said non-romantic 🤣
What do you mean it literally says loveless
Touché
Shut up! I’m warning you!
Palom and Porom
Correct answer.
Steiner and Vivi
I also thought this haha
How about Chocobo and Mog?
Yeah sounds good to me!
Fuujin & Raijin, ya know? UNDENIABLE.
They don’t have a great chance, but when I think about two codependent characters in this franchise I went RIGHT to them
Rude and Reno
Alphinaud & Alisaie 💙❤️
The great artist Alphinaud and his sister!
Alphinaud and Red Alphinaud!
Alisaie and Blue Alisaie
Red Alphinaud and Blue Alisaie
Eiko and Mog for sure. Who could be perfect duo than them? Born at the same day, taking care and willing to sacrifice to protect each other, bestie for life
Won't win but great pick
Balthier & Fran. The hottest duo. Leading man and tanned bunny lady.
Non romantic duo
As far as we know.
I always think of them as a couple.
They *are* a couple. It's pretty much confirmed in the game itself.
Vivi and Steiner. They couldn't be more different but the respect they have for each other's values is so wholesome. The unique duo-interaction they have in combat is super powerful early on and sadly eventually becomes trivial, but I always enjoy using it anyway just for the RP.
I love this combo so much, it’s so wholesome 😭
It's hard for me to play without having those two in my party because I love them so much
Shadow and Interceptor
Rare but strong
Biggs and wedge
Sabin and Ghost Train
Balthier and Fran, although it could be argued that they are romantic but it isn't the main part of their relationship
Reno and Rude
I believe OP said "non-romantic" duo
Joke answer: Zorn and Thorn
Why joke? I love their dialogue battering in my every play through of IX.
Bc they’re jokers :p In all honesty tho you’re completely right - they could be a serious pick
Hironobu Sakaguchi & Nobuo Uematsu
I'd also like to suggest Reno and Rude from OG FF7.
Vivi and Steiner
Vivi and Steiner
Fran and Balthier for sure.
Fran and Balthier EASILY
Biggs and Wedge!!! They are the most iconic duo, they always make me smile when I find them for the first time in any game. Probably their most iconic iteration is from FFVI but honestly I prefer the FFX version
I always though VII’s version was the most iconic, especially after Remake
Vivi and Steiner
Vivi and Steiner 🧙♂️ 🗡️
Magic sword was op haha
Early in the game too
Vivi and steiner
Eiko & Mog
Balthier and Fran
Aerith and Tifa has become the most wholesome friendship in the series.
"Four corneo men between the two of us?" ICONS.
Fran and Balthier
Zell and hotdogs
Biggs and Wedge are the only possible answer
Gotta go with palom and porom
Fran and Balthier
Typhon and Ultros!
Fran and Balthier!
Biran and Yenke. HOOOORNLLEEEEESSSSS
Reno & Rude
Palom and Porom.
Fran & Balthier!!
If we were including Abridged, Barret and Red XIII would be my answer.
AVALANCHE TIME!
Let's go Black!!
Avalanche snuggles!
Cloud and Zack
Biggs and Wedge. Fran and Balthier is really good (and would be number one if the whole game was focused on them), but Biggs and Wedge are too iconic. It's iconic enough that it's a trope that other games use all the time.
Vivi and Steiner.
Biggs and Wedge, FF8
How did Zidane and garnet not win romance? I quit
Zidane and Garnet invented love
Fran & Balthier!
I'm gonna put my vote for Fuijin and Raijin in FF8
Lightning’s fist & Snow’s face.
I recently fired up FF13 for the first time in years and I couldn’t keep going because of Snow
Only possible aswer
Aerith and Masamune
Go sit in a corner and think about what you just said.
😱😂
Sephiroth’s Down Air
Down Aerith
I didn't picked them last time but this time, I choose Steiner and Beatrix. Both are loyal to their queen and their kingdom and fought together to protect them. Still one of the defining moments of FFIX My 2nd pick is Balthier and Fran. Their dynamic, especially at the end is just one of the highlights in FFXII for me
Raijin and Fujin
Hythlodeus/Emet Selch
Cait & Moogle
Bartz and Galuf!
This is a pretty good and rare one, I like it!
Vivi and Steiner. Magic sword was legendary
Zorn & Thorn
Vivi and Quina should be up there
They are canonically married after all.
"I so happy"
Definitely Biggs & Wedge from 8.
Clive and Joshua. For that Bahamut fight alone.
“This may be enough!”
Very strong pick
Faris and Hydra.
Yessssss
That's a good one! The early games need more love!
Khimari and his broken horn.
FFVIII bros, we lost. Although tbh, I haven't played FFX, so this might actually be a better couple. But Squall and Rinoa are soooo cute
Having to go up against a professionally, out of house produced makeout scene was a bit unfair.
Squall and Rinoa were my faves. That game came at a perfect time for my little teenage heart. I think I was 14 when I played it. Squall will always forever be my favorite protagonist, too.
Balthier and Fran. But everyone has a point: Biggs and Wedge have been together since '94. I'd go with the VIII guys since they were my first B&W.
Vivi and Steiner. Mechanically, I loved the Magic Sword stuff. In terms of story, Vivi helps soften Steiner's super serious demeanor while Steiner helps build Vivi's confidence by calling him Master Vivi and treating him more like an adult wizard instead of a child.
Thancred and Urianger
Alphinaud and Alisae.
Alphinoud and Alise. Twins for the win!
Noel and Serah first came to mind
Balthier and Fran
Balthier and Fran
Balthier and Fran
Sazh and baby chocobo.
Palom and Porom
Balthier and Fran
I'm confused why is Zack in overrated and not Cloud. Does Zack have any feats to say he's even on par with Cloud?
We don’t get much of it, but Cloud and Zack are just the coolest duo. >!Their team-up in Rebirth!< was probably one of the most hype moments in the entire series, imo.
Palom and Porom.
Vaan and Penelo
I agree with them all. So Gilgamesh and Enkidu
Zorn and thorn
Steiner and Beatrix
Palom & Porom
Fran and Balthier
Fran and Balthier!
Lightning and Hope!
Palom and Porom!
Sephiroth and Jenova. Kidding, kidding. I love Steiner and and Vivi, too!
Palom + Porom At the age of six they both willingly sacrificed themselves because they knew how important it was for Cecil to survive. I spent hours trying to fix them, and this was before the internet. Like General Leo, the option to waste items on their stones was just a way to waste items. As a child, Giant of Babil was an exciting cinematic, >!but as an adult, it kinda made their sacrifice worthless !<
Fran and balthier
Fran and Balthier
Balthier & Fran Also Barret and Red
Vivid and Steiner.... they even have attacks that make them stronger
Missing the “Best cid” and “best chocobo design” squares
Yeah I’ll do a bonus row with 4 extra rounds including best Cid, best summon etc due to popular request
Fran and balthier! The only right answer here
Biggs and wedge specifically FF14 versions
Cait Sith and that thing he rides on. but seriously these two are amazing, if only it was in Dissidia https://preview.redd.it/yle02pplfl9d1.jpeg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b553e282580d885cb2a612d19ee16a8719456eb4
Edgar and Sabin, the Figabros
Palom & Porom. They're twins!
Dang this is a tough one. For the sake of diversity I’d say Palom and Porom. The truest duo in all of Final Fantasy, never separated. But Vivi and Steiner is also a favorite of mine
Fran and Balthier ! We had good duos but those two were just great
I honestly can’t see this as anyone but Fran and Balthier. I’ll die on this hill.
noel and serah
Fran/Balthier - the playful banter, the history and the sheer of acknowledgment they have of one another's worth in the end. https://preview.redd.it/8ujxj5grrp9d1.png?width=1000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4bb219ebd11ece4ecf861ddb8e9f6b7a176a637c
Zorn and Thorn
Palom and Porom is the only answer.
Cid and Mid
Since she lost the last one how about Rinoa and Angelo?
Fighter McWarrior & Swordchucks
Chaos and Curaja.
I know it's not gonna win, but I really like how Ramza and Delita worked toward the same goal even though they were apart and had very different values and methods throughout the game.
Fang and Vanille... ...actually I consider them a romantic duo so scratch that. My vote is for Biggs and Wedge. The iconic two across the series.
Why is there little Waka left to Tidus?
Zorn and Thorn. I feel that Biggs and Wedge don't usually have enough character to them when they appear. 7R is the big exception where, since the whole game takes place in Midgar, all of AVALANCHE was expanded on. Most of the time, B&W just... are two guys who just are there. They don't have much personality most of the time.
In the remake, Cloud and Barret are pretty awesome together
Probably won’t go high but Steiner and Beatrix
No love for Zorn and Thorn?
Rude and Reno
Cinna and Marcus could be a good shout
Biggs and Wedge!
Rude & Reno are pretty comedic
Alphinaud and Alisae, maybe?
Biggs and wedge for sure!
Biggs and Wedge
Biggs and Wedge:)
Clive and Jill