I loved 9 and didn’t finish 8, but i grew up playing the first. You are right, though, I barely remember the story, but as soon as I saw this picture i remembered every characters name and abilities except the red haired guy. I can’t seem to remember anything about him.
I definitely got further into 9 than 8, but don’t know that I ever met the entire cast. The only name I remember for sure is Vivi. Is the main guy Zidane, maybe?
I remember being so excited for 9, thinking it would take me back to 3, which was my rpg touchstone. I tried to really sell myself on it, but ultimately lost interest. I’d love to go back and try it again at some point and see how I feel.
If you liked 3/6 you probably should try it again. The story wasn’t as captivating, but the characters were almost as good. Nobody will ever best Celes though, she is bae. Yes Zidane is the main character. From top to bottom in this art is Freya, Vivi, Steiner, Garnet, Zidane, Eiko, idk, and Quina