Intro
This guide will cover
Summons obtained naturally throughout the progression of the story
Optional and missable Summons and how to get them
Rare Drop Items that can be used to learn Summons
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Summons
Summon, also known as Call, is a command ability in Final Fantasy IV exclusive to Rydia. It allows her to summon Eidolons in battle to deal damage or cause effects. The charge time for the command varies per summon. There are 15 summons available in Final Fantasy 4: Pixel Remaster, notably excluding Whyt - an addition exclusive to the DS version of the game. More information on specific acquisition methods is provided underneath.
Summons in Final Fantasy IV are acquired in four ways:
Story progression (automatically learn)
Side Quests
Defeating Eidolons in battle (secret bosses)
Earned from item drops (rare drops)
Summon Demonstration:
In the Pixel Remaster version for FFIV Learning every summon unlocks the steam achievement "Summon Collector".
Rydia / Summon
Rydia sometimes referred to as Rydia of Mist, is a playable character in Final Fantasy IV. She is a Summoner from the village of Mist, and is one of the most prominent characters.
Rydia is playable in two forms, firstly as a child and later on as a summoner. In both forms, Rydia can learn every Black Magic spell, both have high magical stats with low physical stats, and both can equip whips, rods, daggers, clothes, robes, hats and armlets (with the ability to equip bows in the 2D releases). As a child, Rydia is also capable of casting a few White Magic spells depending on her level and equipping staves. As a summoner, she is capable of summoning many Eidolons making her magic more geared towards offense.
Rydia also appears as a boss briefly in a scripted encounter with Cecil and Kain at Mist.
Siren (Call Rare Monster)
Siren is an item that forces the player into a battle with the rarest enemy group in the current map. It can be found in the Giant of Babil, Cave of Trials, and the Lunar Ruins (as part of the Mech Set). Siren can be very useful when trying to acquire summons through drops.
Dropped from:
Tunneler (Underworld, Sylvan Cave)
Arachne (Land of Summons, Cave of Trials)
Alraune (Underworld, Lunar Ruins)
Security Eye (Tower of Babil Underground)
Searcher (Giant of Babil)
Green Dragon (Tower of Babil, Underworld, Lunar Ruins)
Yellow Dragon (Lunar Ruins, area south of Sylph Cave (Mystery Egg), Sealed Cave)
Stolen from:
Security Eye (Tower of Babil Underground)
Searcher (PR Version) (Giant of Babil)
Purchased:
Merchant in Hummingway Home on the Moon for 3000 Gi
Edge / Steal Command
Edge is a playable party member. He is a Ninja, who has high Speed, Evasion and physical stats, but low defense. His abilities are Steal, Throw and Ninjutsu. Steal allows him to steal some items from enemies, Throw allows him to throw offensive items to deal heavy damage, while Ninjutsu allows him to cast magic that hits all enemies. Edge having the Steal command alludes to the Thief class upgrading to the Ninja class in the original Final Fantasy. Edge can steal an unlimited number of Sirens in a single battle. When gathering the item siren Edge can be used to steal them from Security Eye in the Tower of Babel Underground Floor 7ish and from Searchers in the Giant of Babil.
Note: Edge is not in your party when you first go through the Tower of Babel and it and it becomes inaccessible after you leave. However, There is a glitch in that lets you re-enter the lower section when you return to the Underworld. Immediately after the event where you steal the Falcon airship, you can land it and take Edge back into the Tower. Once you leave the tower it will never be accessible again.
World Map
If you are unaware of a specific area discussed throughout this guide, please consult with the world map (pictured below).
World One
Underworld
Moon
Chocobo (Chocobo Kick)
MP Cost: 7
Learned From: Already Known
Locations: N/A
Description: Deals moderate non-elemental damage to one enemy.
Dragon (Mist, Mist Breath)
MP Cost: 20
Learned From: Progression of the story
Locations: N/A
Description: Deals moderate non-elemental damage to all enemies.
Titan (Gaia's Wrath)
MP Cost: 40
Learned From: Progression of the story
Locations: N/A
Description: Deals moderate non-elemental damage to all enemies.
Shiva (Diamond Dust)
MP Cost: 30
Learned From: Progression of story
Locations: N/A
Description: Deals moderate Ice-elemental damage to all enemies.
Ramuh (Bolt Of Judgement)
MP Cost: 30
Learned From: Progression of story
Locations: N/A
Description: Deals moderate Lightning-elemental damage to all enemies.
Ifrit (Hellfire)
MP Cost: 30
Learned From: Progression of story
Locations: N/A
Description: Deals moderate Fire-elemental damage to all enemies.
Asura
MP Cost: 50
Learned From: Boss battle
Locations: Land of Summons
Description: Either casts Raise, Protect, or Curaga on the entire party.
After upgrading the Falcon airship you will be able to travel over the lava of the Underworld which will allow you to reach the Land of Summons. In the basement of the Library Asura and Leviathan are standing next to each other. In order to obtain them for Rydia, must defeat them both in battle. Asura must b fought first.
Boss battle tips:
Cast reflect on Asura which will stop here from being able to heal herself and will heal your party instead
Cast Protect on your entire party to defend against physical attacks
Leviathan (Tsunami)
MP Cost: 50
Learned From: Boss battle
Locations: Land of Summons
Description: Deals heavy non-elemental damage to all enemies.
Once you've beaten Asura you can fight Leviathan. Make sure that you go into the inn and rest to heal your party before you battle Leviathan.
Boss battle tips:
Use lightning based attack such as Thundaga and Ramuh
If Edge is in your party have him use Blitz
Have Rosa cast Slow on Leviathan and Shell on the entire party
Odin (Zantetsuken)
MP Cost: 55
Learned From: Boss battle
Locations: Baron Castle
Description: Attempts to inflict Instant Death to all enemies.
You can only fight Odin if you have defeated Leviathan. Odin is in the basement of the right tower at Castle Baron. In the basement you will encounter the ghost of King Baron who then turns into Odin and engages you in battle.
Boss battle tips:
Odin will raise his sword which means he is about to use Zantetsuken which will end the battle by killing the entire party
Zantetsuken can be stopped by using lighning based attacks
Have Rydia use Thunder spells such as Thundaga and Ramuh
Have Edge use Blitz or equip him with thunder claws
Have Rosa cast Haste on the party and Beserk on physically attacking party members
Sylph (Whisperwind)
MP Cost: 20
Learned From: Side Quest
Locations: Sylph Caves, Fabul
Description: Deals moderate non-elemental damage to one enemy and restores HP evenly to all party members.
WARNING: This quest is permanently missable! You need to visit Sylph Cave in the underworld before opening up the final dungeon or else you lose the Sylph summon. DO NOT GO TO THE MOON BEFORE GETTING THIS SUMMON!
In the northwest corner of the Underworld you will find the Sylph Cave. The floors of the Sylph cave are Damage floors that can hurt characters as they walk across. Have Rosa cast Float each time the party changes floors to avoid damage. Navigate through the dungeon and you will find house. Inside the house Sylphs will be taking care of an unconscious Yang. Try to talk to Yan then leave.
Go to Fabul on the Overworld and head up the tower on the left. At the very top of the tower you will find Yang's Wife. Speak with Yang's wife and she will give you a Frying Pan. Go back to the Sylph cave in the underworld. Use the Frying Pan on Yang. After a brief amount of dialogue Rydia will learn the Sylph summon
Bahamut (Mega Flare)
MP Cost: 60
Learned From: Boss battle
Locations: Cave of Bahamut
Description: Deals massive non-elemental damage to all enemies.
You can only fight Bahamut if you have defeated Leviathan. Bahamut can found on the Moon in his lair on the southeast side of the map.
You will need to navigate through a small dungeon fighting several behemoth bosses before you reach Bahamut at the end.
Boss fight tips:
Bahamut counts down from five and then uses Megaflare
Cast reflect on the entire party to bounce Megaflare back at Bahamut doing massive damage
Have Rydia use Flare
Cast Slow on Bahamut
Goblin (Goblin Punch)
MP Cost: 1
Learned From: Item "Goblin"
Locations: Overworld Near Mt. Hobs
Description: Weak non-elemental damage to one enemy.
Right outside of Mt. Hobs on the world map you can run into a random encounter of goblins on a frequent basis. They can be found in group of 2 or 8.
Engage in random encounters until the item "Goblin" drops. Then go to your item menu and use it to learn the summon Goblin.
Note: There is no reason to use the item Siren in this area
Bomb (Self Destruct)
MP Cost: 10
Learned From: Item "Bomb"
Locations: Moon Surface near Hummingway Home
Description: Deals non-elemental damage equal to Rydia's HP.
Walk around on the moon near the Hummingway home until you encounter a group of Baloons and Dark Grenades.
Engage in random encounters until the item "Bomb" drops. Then go into your item menu and use it to learn the Summon Bomb.
Note: There is no way to use Sirens to farm for the Bomb summon.
Mindflayer (Mind Blast)
MP Cost: 18
Learned From: Item "Mindflayer"
Locations: Magnetic Cavern
Description: Deals moderate non-elemental damage and inflicts Paralyze.
Enter the Magnetic Cavern B1 and engage in random encounters at the entrance until Mindflayers appear.
Continue to engage in random encounters until the item "Mindflayer" drops. Then go to the item menu and use it to learn the summon Mindflayer.
Note: The item "Siren" can be used to encounter battles of Mindflayer every time in this area.
Cockatrice (Petrifying Beak)
MP Cost: 15
Learned From: Item "Cockatrice"
Locations: Overworld near Mysidia
Description: Attempts to inflict Petrify on one enemy and deals non-elemental damage
Walk around near Mysidia until you encounter groups of Cockatrice and Zu.
Engage in random encounters until the item "Cockatrice" drops. Then go into your item menu and use it to learn the summons Cockatrice.
Note: The item "siren" can be used to encounter battles of Cockatrice every time in this area.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)
Q: Are there any missable summons?
A: Yes, The side quest to get Sylph must be completed before the party travels to the moon for the first time, otherwise the party will never receive the Kitchen Knife. The player also cannot get the Sylph summon.
Q: Are there any new summons in the Pixel Remaster version of Final Fantasy IV?
A: NO, there are 15 summons available in Final Fantasy 4: Pixel Remaster, notably excluding Whyt - an addition exclusive to the DS version of the game
Q: Do I need to collect the item Siren to obtain summons?
A: No, although using siren can greatly decrease the amount of time you spend grinding through random battles, every summon that requires an item drop can be accomplished without the use of siren.
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