#final fantasy compendium

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Magic Systems - Black Mages and White Mages in the Final Fantasy Series (Part 3)

March 1, 2026

A look at how the magic systems differ between Final Fantasy games. If a game is not listed, it's because I haven't played it. I have played Stranger of Paradise but just forgot to include it. Stranger of Paradise has a job system most similar to Final Fantasy V.

Click here to read Part 1 - Classic Design and Inspired Looks

Click here to read Part 2 - Spellcasting and Other Mages

Click here to read Part 3 - Magic Systems in the Final Fantasy series

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Spellcasting and Other Mages - Black Mages and White Mages in the Final Fantasy Series (Part 2)

March 1, 2026

Spellcasting - Black Magic vs. White Magic

Other Mages - these are some common mages in Final Fantasy that are a mix or stronger version of a Black/White Mage, or uniquely their own.

Non-Mages with Magic - Some characters can cast magic without being a mage.

Click here to read Part 1 - Classic Design and Inspired Looks

Click here to read Part 2 - Spellcasting and Other Mages

Click here to read Part 3 - Magic Systems in the Final Fantasy series

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Classic Design and Inspired Looks - Black Mages and White Mages in the Final Fantasy Series (Part 1)

March 1, 2026

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White Mage Inspired Outfits

Black Mage Inspired Outfits

A look at the classic designs of the Black Mage and White Mage in the Final Fantasy series and some of the inspired looks later in the games.

Click here to read Part 1 - Classic Design and Inspired Looks

Click here to read Part 2 - Spellcasting and Other Mages

Click here to read Part 3 - Magic Systems in the Final Fantasy series