Show Notes
We discuss episodes 1-5 of Final Fantasy Unlimited, studio Gonzo’s 2001 anime series that got cut short due to Square’s financial difficulties. These episodes present Final Fantasy as a series about children journeying through a surreal world, with a reliable formula for every episode.
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