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Vivi Ornitier
Final Fantasy IX

Vivi Ornitier

Master Vivi Ornitier in Final Fantasy IX! Discover how to learn all his Black Magic spells and Support Abilities with this detailed guide to equipment and AP requirements.

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Master Vivi Ornitier in Final Fantasy IX! Discover how to learn all his Black Magic spells and Support Abilities with this detailed guide to equipment and AP requirements.

Alright, let's talk about Vivi Ornitier, the little black mage who's going to be a core part of your party in Final Fantasy IX. He's all about that sweet, sweet black magic, and knowing how to get him those spells is key to blasting through enemies. This guide breaks down exactly what you need to do to learn every single one of his spells and support abilities.

Black Magic

Vivi learns his powerful black magic spells through his equipment. As you defeat enemies, your characters gain Ability Points (AP) from their equipped gear. Once a piece of equipment has accumulated enough AP, the character learns the ability associated with it permanently. Here’s a breakdown of Vivi's spells and what you'll need to learn them:

Black MagicLearned FromAP Needed
FireMage Staff, Leather Hat20
FiraFlame Staff, Mage’s Hat, Topaz, Power Belt50
FiragaOctagon Rod75
BlizzardLeather Wrist25
BlizzaraIce Staff, Opal50
BlizzagaOctagon Rod85
ThunderGlass Buckle, Silk Shirt25
ThundaraLightning Staff, Peridot50
ThundagaOctagon Rod85
SleepFlame Staff20
SlowIce Staff, Magus Hat20
StopOak Staff25
PoisonLightning Staff35
BioOak Staff40
OsmoseHigh Mage Staff, Gaia Gear70
DrainOak Staff60
DemiCypress Pile, Amethyst, Black Belt30
CometCypress Pile55
DeathBlack Hood45
BreakCypress Pile30
WaterN-Kai Armlet55
MeteorHigh Mage Staff95
FlareBlack Robe95
DoomsdayMace of Zeus150

Support Abilities

Beyond his offensive magic, Vivi can learn some really useful Support Abilities that can boost his effectiveness or provide passive benefits. Just like black magic, these are learned by equipping specific items and earning AP. Keep an eye out for these items as you play:

AbilityLearned FromAP Needed
Ability UpGreen Beret, Silk Robe, Ribbon, Lapis Lazuli55
Add StatusBone Wrist, Chimera Armlet, Bracer, Feather Hat, Twist Headband, Glass Buckle25
AntibodyGlass Armlet, Mantra Band, Survival Vest, Glass Buckle30
Auto-FloatFeather Boots20
Auto-HasteRunning Shoes55
Auto-LifeRebirth Ring70
Auto-PotionBlack Hood, Golden Skullcap, Survival Vest, Demon’s Vest10
Auto-ReflectReflect Ring70
Auto-RegenGolden Hairpin, Brave Suit, Light Robe30
Body TempJade Armlet, Holy Miter, Madain’s Ring, Fairy Earrings, Diamond15
Clear HeadedMagic Armlet, Green Beret, Circlet, Dark Gear, Magician Shoes15
Half MPLight Robe, Protect Ring140
HealerGarnet20
High TideJade Armlet, Dark Hat, Gaia Gear, Sapphire25
InsomniacBandana, Holy Miter, Magician Cloak, Gaia Gear, Coral Ring25
JellyCoronet25
Level UpEgoist’s Armlet, Rosetta Ring, Fairy Earrings30
LocomotionMagic Armlet, Green Beret, Circlet, Dark Gear35
LoudmouthMage’s Hat, Golden Hairpin, Silk Robe40
Mag Elem NullPromist Ring, Protect Ring115
MP +20%Black Robe30
Reflect-NullRobe of Lords30
Reflectx2Black Robe, Rosetta Ring110
Return MagicCoronet90

Keep an eye on your AP and equip the right gear, and Vivi will be a magical powerhouse in no time!

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