We dive into the climactic moment of Final Fantasy VI's second act as our heroes are face off against Kefka on the Floating Continent. 

Ira and Drew continue down the path of the Final Fantasy VI narrative. We learn about the history of the Esper world and get Terra's origin story. We discover the Sealed Gate and are forced to consider an uneasy peace with the empire.

The Returners infiltrate the Empire and the capitol city of Vector. They learn about the pasts of Kefka and General Leo, behold some overt fascist symbolism, and bear witness to the horrors of the Magitek Research Facility.

We discuss the Opera of Final Fantasy VI, how it helps to reinforce the themes of the overarching story, and why the music and moment have endured to this day.

We meet one of the greatest characters in franchise history, Celes Chere, and get introduced to a new element of Terra. Our heroes learn about a fateful coin flip and a long-lost love, and what an ancient war has to do with saving their friend.

We follow Sabin down his path to reuniting with Shadow, meeting Cyan and eventually Gau, and traversing through Doma, the phantom forest and a ghost train; one of the best story arcs in Final Fantasy history. 

We are introduced to Edgar Roni Figaro, King of Figaro and relentless womanizer. We critique his character and debate his thematic purpose as Terra continues to search for herself while everyone races to use her as a weapon.

We begin Final Fantasy VI. This is the game that began our love of the series and it is nearly perfect in our eyes. Meet Terra, Locke, some moogles, and a truly magical steampunk world!

Ira and Drew wrap up their conversation on Chrono Trigger with a look at the biggest ideas and questions it presents. How gray can morality get on a long enough timeline? How fragile is civilization? And how great of a piece of art is Chrono Trigger especially when compared to the best of its genre and medium?

Ira and Drew discuss the event, battle, and scene music from Chrono Trigger. We take a listen to some of the most beloved video game pieces ever composed and try to offer some overall analysis of the entire soundtrack and its place among the greats.