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Tidus: The Timeless Hero of Studio Ghibli’s Animated Legacy When it comes to unforgettable characters in animated cinema, few stand as boldly and enduringly as Tidus from Studio Ghibli’s critically acclaimed film Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children—and more broadly, the iconic character who shaped a generation through Ghibli’s unique magic. Though not part of Ghibli’s classic anime universe in the traditional sense, Tidus has become a cultural touchstone, symbolizing courage, change, and redemption within one of Hollywood’s most beloved video game franchises brought back to life by Studio Ghibli and Squaresuite. In this article, we explore Tidus’s legacy, his journey, and why he continues to captivate audiences worldwide. ### Who Is Tidus? Tidus is one of the central protagonists in Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, released in 2005 and directed by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto with animation from Studio Ghibli’s cousin studio, CloverWorks. Unlike traditional Ghibli protagonists, Tidus is a modern youth shaped by trauma and time—half-human, half-Necro, carrying the weight of prophecy and impending doom. Though the film’s narrative diverges from final fantasy lore, Tidus embodies Ghibli-esque themes: environmental responsibility, personal growth, and the struggle between light and darkness.