What drove me to buy & play the Japan version of Final Fantasy 13 back in 2009/2010. Why I feel reading the Novella will bring you up to speed with the dialogue and understanding of the mythology.

Still haven't seen Black Panther yet, still hoping to watch it with the family ... but until then keep learning and striving to be the best at whatever your at. Peace

( Link below for Novella )

http://finalfantasy.wikia.com/wiki/Final_Fantasy_XIII_-Episode_i-