Chocobo

Original Title:コチョコボ

Languages:

  • Chinese: 陆行鸟
  • Japanese: コチョコボ
  • English: Chocobo
Chocobos are iconic fictional creatures in the Final Fantasy series, known for their yellow feathers and distinctive 'kweh' chirp. They are often domesticated as mounts, providing players with fast ground transportation in the games. In Final Fantasy VIII, Chocobos appear in two forms: adult Chocobos and baby Chocobos (Chicobos). Players can capture adult Chocobos through puzzles in Chocobo Forests, using them to travel on the world map. Additionally, the game introduces a Chicobo named 'Boko,' who follows the player and can be summoned in battle using Gysahl Greens. Boko plays a significant role in Final Fantasy VIII's add-on game, 'Chocobo World,' where he can level up and unlock more powerful abilities. In Final Fantasy VIII, 'コチョコボ' (Koko Chocobo) typically refers to Boko, rather than a separate summon, although in some contexts, it also denotes the concept of baby Chocobos in general. Moreover, Chocobos in the game are involved in various minigames, such as Chocobo racing.