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Final Fantasy IX Picture Book: Vivi and Grandpa's Memories for the Sky

by Kazuhiko Aoki

Vivi’s early days with Grandpa Quan

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Vivi’s early days with Grandpa Quan

Set before Vivi’s departure, this picture book centers on his life with Grandpa Quan, who finds the mysterious boy at sea and takes him in. Quan’s lessons about living well unfold alongside his efforts to master cooking, giving the story a domestic focus shaped by food, friendship, and their time together. Written by Kazuhiko Aoki, an event designer for Final Fantasy IX, and illustrated by character designer Toshiyuki Itahana, the book expands the game’s world through an original story about Vivi and his grandfather.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Final Fantasy IX fans interested in Vivi and Grandpa Quan’s backstory
  • Readers who enjoy illustrated stories about family, friendship, and food

Themes

Family and careLearning about the worldFood and daily lifeDeparture

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Book overview

Join Final Fantasy IX's beloved black mage Vivi as Grandpa teaches him how to live a good life!

Vivi is a mysterious boy who was fished out of the ocean by Grandpa Quan, a gourmand trying to master the art of food. Once Grandpa Quan realizes that Vivi is not food, he begins to raise Vivi and teach him about the world. Together, they live a peaceful life of fine feasts and friends, eventually leading up to Vivi's day of departure. Written by Final Fantasy IX event designer Kazuhiko Aoki, and illustrated by character designer Toshiyuki Itahana, this original story is a delectable addition to Vivi and Grandpa's tale!
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