With its intricate story of retaliation, power struggles, and inevitable tragedy, the 16th standalone game in the venerable Final Fantasy series represents a darker turn for the RPG franchise. The iconic summons from the series are reimagined as Eikons in Final Fantasy XVI. Whether they like it or not, Dominants—men and women who are born with great power—are the home of these deadly creatures. In Valisthea, where the Mothercrystals' power has created six strong realms, eikons are the most powerful creatures. The magicks that have long enabled these nations to prosper are powered by the aether these tall mountains of crystal provide, but a mysterious Blight now poses a threat to their shaky alliance. Act as Clive Rosfield, the First Protector of