Fans of Final Fantasy each love the series for a different reason. Some may enjoy the memorable stories its games convey while others will revel in the challenges posed by its combat. The reason does not matter, as there will always be a relevant manga series to read once itsstory has ended, each appealing to different things fans love about the Final Fantasy franchise.
10 Delicious In Dungeon
Those who find the idea of conquering a Final Fantasy dungeon may find themselves becoming quickly invested in Delicious in Dungeon. Set in a world where exploration is presented as a noble pursuit, those who dwell in this fictional world seek riches and fame in the raiding dungeons.
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Like many Final Fantasy entries, Delicious in Dungeon tells the age-old tale of a group of adventurers who must best a dungeon’s challenges to rescue their comrade. There is a keen focus on planning and strategy in the manga, so much in fact that it reads like a Final Fantasy menu system.
9 Black Butler
Written by Yana Toboso, Black Butler tells a terrifying tale of experimentation and necromancy. Having lost his family as a young boy, Ciel is captured and tortured by a group of people intent on summoning a demon. Once the demon is summoned, it vows to assist Ciel as he hunts the people who killed his family.
The idea of god-like beings assisting those who call upon them is a trope that the Final Fantasy series regularly calls upon. For those interested in seeing these powerful figures be given a voice, Black Butler will not disappoint.
8 Yona Of The Dawn
Those who enjoyed the bittersweet story of Noctis and his three best friends will more than likely become infatuated with the story of Yona of the Dawn. Yona is a young and ignorant princess with little interest in ruling a kingdom, similar to a certain prince of Insomnia.
When her father is murdered on her sixteenth birthday, Yona, alongside her friend Hak, journeys to prevent her kingdom from falling into disarray. Like Noctis, Yon’s journey sees a great deal of self-reflection, and, though it takes time, she eventually uncovers her true purpose in life and aims to achieve it no matter the cost.
7 Naruto
Fans of Final Fantasy 7’s Yuffie may find themselves becoming obsessed with the character of Naruto from the manga series of the same name. Like Yuffie, Naruto is a young adolescent who wants nothing more than to be respected by his neighbors and peers.
After a fox known as Nine-Tails attacked his village, Naruto’s father sealed the mysterious creature’s spirit inside his son. Often looked down on by the townsfolk because of this, Naruto seeks to define himself as more than what he is perceived as. He embarks on a journey of self-discovery to achieve the recognition he feels he deserves, much like Yuffie does in Final Fantasy.
6 Beyblade: Metal Fusion
Written by Takafumi Adachi, the Beyblade: Metal Fusion manga acted as a means of promoting spinning top toys while also conveying an endearing story. Though many would argue that small, plastic whirligigs have nothing in common with Final Fantasy, the magical properties they contain suggest otherwise.
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During a Beyblade battle, the slumbering spirits within the spinning tops will awaken, allowing their full power to be unleashed. These spirits, like several Final Fantasy creatures, are rooted in mythology. Both franchises are full of mythological imagery, so fans of Final Fantasy will certainly enjoy their unique renditions in the Beyblade series.
5 Parasyte
Though it is not the most common trope in the Final Fantasy series, the idea of body horror is present in multiple installments. Jenova’s presence in Final Fantasy 7 served to be one of the most shocking instances in the series where body horror is utilized, but the manga Parasyte takes this subgenre to a frightening new level.
Following the life of Shinichi Izumi, a young man in his final years of school, Parasite tells the story of an alien invasion that uproots the city of Fukuyama. These aliens are capable of merging with and feeding off the inhabitants of Fukuyama, evident when Shinichi becomes the host of one who possesses his right hand.
4 Berserk
Those who value the more heart-wrenching moments in the Final Fantasy series may be interested in reading the Berserk manga. Regarded as a story that often goes too far in terms of its gruesome storytelling methods, Berserk will appease those who enjoy the famed role-playing series’ darker elements.
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Following the harrowing tale of Guts, a troubled youth with an abusive upbringing, Berserk is no stranger to violence or gore. Forced to murder his own father to protect himself, Guts views the world the way it perceives him: with disdain.
3 Kingdom Hearts
The Kingdom Hearts manga was adapted by Shiro Amano to further flesh out the video game series’ already complex story. Documenting Sora as he journeys to reunite with his friends, the manga gifts each of its characters with more engaging personalities.
As Sora travels across the galaxy, he encounters a vast assortment of iconic Final Fantasy characters who now dwell in an alternative universe. With Leon, Cid, Yuffie, and Aerith assisting Sora on his quest to vanquish the forces of darkness, their inclusion heavily impacts the overall story.
2 Fullmetal Alchemist
With alchemy being one of the most heavily utilized job classes in the Final Fantasy series, there is a high likelihood that fans of the franchise will also enjoy Fullmetal Alchemist. Set in the vast fictional world of Amestris, its story follows the Elric brothers as they journey to reclaim their bodies.
After attempting to resurrect their mother through the use of alchemy, Edward and Alphonse Elric are forced to pay the price for attempting to wield such power. As they journey to restore their lives, they quickly become aware of a sinister plot plaguing the nation, a plague that only they can abolish.
1 Attack On Titan
Those who enjoy Final Fantasy’s portrayal of the bizarre may quickly find themselves obsessed with the Attack on Titan manga series. Set in a world where Titans run rampant, humanity is regularly seen teetering on the edge of extinction.
One of Final Fantasy’s major selling points is its inclusion of colossal beings, both friend and foe, so the premise of Attack on Titan will allow fans of the JRPG series to easily transfer over their love. Chock-full of spectacular fights, the Attack on Titan manga reads like a series ofboss battles.
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