Tomomi Kobayashi Draws Sephiroth for Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy
The crossover brings a major Final Fantasy 7 antagonist into the Dissidia mobile title with art from a veteran Square Enix designer known for a very different series, creating a notable stylistic collision.
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Square Enix's smartphone crossover Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy has released a Sephiroth illustration by SaGa series character designer Tomomi Kobayashi. The illustration accompanies the Supernova ability, implemented alongside Sephiroth's May 26 addition to the game. Social media response has been strong, with many noting Kobayashi's distinctive style.
Tomomi Kobayashi, the character designer behind the SaGa series, has drawn Sephiroth for the smartphone crossover Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy. The illustration accompanies the Supernova ability, the ultimate technique associated with Sephiroth's final form, and was released ahead of Sephiroth joining the game on May 26. Kobayashi's version depicts Sephiroth in human form with his usual attire, silver hair, and single wing. Social media reactions have highlighted the unexpected crossover of visual styles, with comments comparing it to a Romancing SaGa version of the character. Another ability, Hachitou Issen (Eight-Sword Flash), was also revealed with art by Raita Kazama.
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