Cloud Strife
Original Title：クラウド・ストライフ
Languages:
- Chinese: 克劳德·史特莱夫
- Japanese: クラウド・ストライフ
- English: Cloud Strife
Parent Title:
最终幻想7, ファイナルファンタジーVII, Final Fantasy VII
Cloud Strife is a fictional character in Square Enix's Final Fantasy series, serving as the protagonist of Final Fantasy VII and its related works. He is recognized for his iconic spiky blonde hair, piercing blue eyes, and his enormous sword, the Buster Sword. Initially, Cloud appears as a cold, arrogant mercenary who claims to be a former member of the elite warrior unit, SOLDIER. As the story unfolds, he gradually uncovers his complicated past, fighting alongside the members of the resistance group Avalanche against the evil Shinra Electric Power Company and his nemesis, Sephiroth. Burdened by past traumas and self-doubt, Cloud grows into a true hero, ultimately fighting to protect the planet.
Cloud appears in Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, and numerous spin-offs and cameos in other Final Fantasy titles. He is one of the most popular characters in video game history, praised for his complex character, captivating backstory, and iconic appearance.