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Final Fantasy 9 is getting a prequel picture book that fans can pre-order now on Amazon, depicting Vivi being taken in by Quan and his discovery of the world. The book was created by the official event director of Final Fantasy 9, with illustrations done by the game's character designer. (Source)

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Final Fantasy IX - House Grooves album launches beginning this March

Square Enix has announced a new Final Fantasy IX album today in the form of Final Fantasy IX - House Grooves.

Pre-orders are now live for Japan with a release set for March 25. Pre-orders for the West will begin later today in North America here and Europe here. Check out the official album website here. The track list is below:

A Place to Call Home

Not Alone

Battle 1 ~ Vamo'alla flamenco

Over the Hill

Something to Protect ~ Roses of May

Black Mage Village

Danger in the Forest

Terra

Freya's Theme

Village of Dali

A Song From Her Memory

Prelude

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Final Fantasy IX Character Designer Toshiyuki Itahana announced he left Square Enix

"As I began thinking seriously about preparing myself to continue drawing for many years to come, I decided to leave Square Enix at the end of last year.

Last year marked a major milestone with the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX, a truly significant event, and I was deeply grateful to see so many people celebrating FFIX.

To everyone who celebrated with us, and to those who visited the exhibitions, shops, and cafés—thank you so very much! (The Osaka collaboration café is still ongoing!)

With the illustration work and supervision related to the 25th anniversary now complete, I feel a strong sense of accomplishment in having fulfilled the role entrusted to me. At the same time, I felt this was the right moment to draw a line under this chapter and take on new challenges.

From here on, I will be working as a freelance illustrator and character designer. While remaining deeply grateful for all the connections I’ve been fortunate to receive through my work so far, I hope to draw upon my experience and continue creating a wide variety of new artwork.

At the moment, I’m still finding my way—listening to advice and learning from senior freelance illustrators—but if you happen to come across my work somewhere, I would be truly happy if you could support me.

To everyone who played the games I worked on at Square Enix, and to all those I had the pleasure of working with over the years, thank you very much. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude, and I sincerely hope for your continued support in the future.

May this new year be an exceptionally happy one for all of you."

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Sneak Peek: Midnight Jazz: Final Fantasy IX - Not Alone

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Final Fantasy IX anime is seemingly back in production at a new French studio, according to a French TV industry magazine. A sequel to the game's story across thirteen 22-minute episodes aimed at 6-13 year olds with a 2028 release target. (source)

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Final Fantasy IX Vivi FORM-ISM figure is now available on Hobby Genki

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New FF9 Boss Battle music featured in the FFXIV 7.4 trailer!

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The Another Eden and FINAL FANTASY IX symphony "Memories of Another Sky" is available!

- Add symphony characters to your party by playing the story

- New ally Verdanta

- Log in and clear symphony for up to 2,000 Chronos Stones

See in-game notices for details.

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Character Designer for "Final Fantasy IX"

Toshiyuki Itabana's support illustration has been revealed!

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Another Eden x Final Fantasy IX - Official 'Memories of Another Sky' Crossover Event Trailer

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New Zidane and Garnet drawing by Final Fantasy IX Art Director Hideo Minaba.

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This new art of FF9 for a collaboration with “Another Eden” called “Memories of Another Sky”

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A new arrangement album for Final Fantasy IX has been confirmed for release!

Scheduled to release on February 11, 2026.

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FF9 Exhibition

The Excalibur II is limited to 12 hours a day.

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Final Fantasy IX Picture Book: Vivi, Grandpa, and the Day of Departure Wallpapers

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Revealing a portion of the FF9 Exhibition!

What could it be..?! 👀

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FF9 Exhibition Commemorative Goods

Tantalus Jacket