Hundred Needles

"100 Needles" is a recurring enemy ability in the Final Fantasy series, often a weaker version of the Cactuar's signature move, "1000 Needles." In Final Fantasy VIII, it doesn't appear as an enemy ability, but rather as an item. This item doesn't have direct attack or healing effects. Instead, it's used as a material for synthesizing other items or as an aid for character's Limit Breaks, creating items with special effects. "100 Needles" cannot be used directly in battles; you must obtain it through item refining or exploration in the game. The Japanese name for the item is "針百本" (Hari Hyappon), and it retains the name "100 Needles" in English. This item has a unique position and purpose within Final Fantasy VIII, highlighting the game’s distinctive item synthesis and customized battle systems.