M. J. Gallagher (Final Fantasy mythology)
@mjgallagher.bsky.social
I write books about Final Fantasy and mythology. Greek myths in FF7 and Norse myths in FF7 both available on Amazon. Mythos (FF16) coming in 2025!
Book links in pinned post 👇
Teaser connections at #FinalFantasymythology
Book links in pinned post 👇
Teaser connections at #FinalFantasymythology
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Thank you so much to everyone for following me over here. I'm an author specializing in the real-world mythology that can be found in Final Fantasy games.
My books have 5-star ratings on Amazon and are available worldwide in multiple formats. I invite you to check them out at the links below.
My books have 5-star ratings on Amazon and are available worldwide in multiple formats. I invite you to check them out at the links below.
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We begin #FFIX with a conversation about its legacy & reception, how/why it feels like such a throwback, the importance of the animal characters, & an examination of the main themes through each main character.
That gives us just enough time to break down the iconic intro:
#FinalFantasy
That gives us just enough time to break down the iconic intro:
#FinalFantasy
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January 2, 2026 at 3:47 PM
We begin #FFIX with a conversation about its legacy & reception, how/why it feels like such a throwback, the importance of the animal characters, & an examination of the main themes through each main character.
That gives us just enough time to break down the iconic intro:
#FinalFantasy
That gives us just enough time to break down the iconic intro:
#FinalFantasy
Midgardsormr is the great serpent of Norse myth that lives in the ocean encircling the known world, Midgard. At Ragnarök, the snake will fill the air and sea with poison. In FFVII Rebirth, Midgardsormr attacks with Toxic Waters to exhale poison, contaminating its surroundings
December 28, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Midgardsormr is the great serpent of Norse myth that lives in the ocean encircling the known world, Midgard. At Ragnarök, the snake will fill the air and sea with poison. In FFVII Rebirth, Midgardsormr attacks with Toxic Waters to exhale poison, contaminating its surroundings
From over here in bonnie Scotland, I wish you all a wonderful and chilled Xmas, surrounded by people and/or things you love.
December 25, 2025 at 12:33 AM
From over here in bonnie Scotland, I wish you all a wonderful and chilled Xmas, surrounded by people and/or things you love.
The biblical tale of Cain killing his brother Abel is often used as an allegory for sibling rivalry or fratricide. In FF16, the tragic events at Phoenix Gate between Clive and Joshua are hinted at during the preceding fight - the dragoon adopts the iconic pose of FF4’s Kain.
#FinalFantasymythology
#FinalFantasymythology
December 23, 2025 at 6:19 PM
The biblical tale of Cain killing his brother Abel is often used as an allegory for sibling rivalry or fratricide. In FF16, the tragic events at Phoenix Gate between Clive and Joshua are hinted at during the preceding fight - the dragoon adopts the iconic pose of FF4’s Kain.
#FinalFantasymythology
#FinalFantasymythology
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Did you know M. J. Gallagher's gaming journey begins with Sonic..?
The Streamer Stories Podcast Christmas special has just dropped!
Go give @mjgallagher.bsky.social a follow and check the full episode on YouTube and Spotify!
🔴 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
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The Streamer Stories Podcast Christmas special has just dropped!
Go give @mjgallagher.bsky.social a follow and check the full episode on YouTube and Spotify!
🔴 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/2Dtk...
December 22, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Did you know M. J. Gallagher's gaming journey begins with Sonic..?
The Streamer Stories Podcast Christmas special has just dropped!
Go give @mjgallagher.bsky.social a follow and check the full episode on YouTube and Spotify!
🔴 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/2Dtk...
The Streamer Stories Podcast Christmas special has just dropped!
Go give @mjgallagher.bsky.social a follow and check the full episode on YouTube and Spotify!
🔴 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
🟢 open.spotify.com/episode/2Dtk...
It brings me so much joy to know that a whole new generation of gamers will soon get to experience the feeling of this moment…
December 18, 2025 at 9:14 PM
It brings me so much joy to know that a whole new generation of gamers will soon get to experience the feeling of this moment…
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It's time for a Christmas Turbo Test!! Here's @mjgallagher.bsky.social attempt, how did they get on..?
Check out our Christmas Streamer Stories Podcast Special that drops this Sunday 6pm GMT!!
Set a reminder: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
Check out our Christmas Streamer Stories Podcast Special that drops this Sunday 6pm GMT!!
Set a reminder: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
December 17, 2025 at 8:14 PM
It's time for a Christmas Turbo Test!! Here's @mjgallagher.bsky.social attempt, how did they get on..?
Check out our Christmas Streamer Stories Podcast Special that drops this Sunday 6pm GMT!!
Set a reminder: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
Check out our Christmas Streamer Stories Podcast Special that drops this Sunday 6pm GMT!!
Set a reminder: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rey...
According to Gnostic myth, God of the Old Testament is not the true Almighty, but rather an imperfect creator deity (the demiurge). Gnostics pursued enlightenment on the Almighty. This is reflected in FFXVI through Ultima’s creation of mankind, whose greatest sin is free will.
December 14, 2025 at 10:30 PM
According to Gnostic myth, God of the Old Testament is not the true Almighty, but rather an imperfect creator deity (the demiurge). Gnostics pursued enlightenment on the Almighty. This is reflected in FFXVI through Ultima’s creation of mankind, whose greatest sin is free will.
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STREAMER STORIES PODCAST CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: @mjgallagher.bsky.social
M. J. Gallagher is a pillar in the Final Fantasy community, writing some of the most popular books around the mythological inspirations around FF7 and other titles in the series.
The episode drops Sunday 21st December at 6pm GMT!
M. J. Gallagher is a pillar in the Final Fantasy community, writing some of the most popular books around the mythological inspirations around FF7 and other titles in the series.
The episode drops Sunday 21st December at 6pm GMT!
December 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM
STREAMER STORIES PODCAST CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: @mjgallagher.bsky.social
M. J. Gallagher is a pillar in the Final Fantasy community, writing some of the most popular books around the mythological inspirations around FF7 and other titles in the series.
The episode drops Sunday 21st December at 6pm GMT!
M. J. Gallagher is a pillar in the Final Fantasy community, writing some of the most popular books around the mythological inspirations around FF7 and other titles in the series.
The episode drops Sunday 21st December at 6pm GMT!
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I'm also doing sound design commissions as well, now! So if you have a voice demo you want mixed, an audio drama that needs some stellar sound to match the vocal performances, or if you're a Vtuber looking for somebody to help with those fun POV audios, check me out! vgen.co/AMTRAX/servi...
December 7, 2025 at 9:37 PM
I'm also doing sound design commissions as well, now! So if you have a voice demo you want mixed, an audio drama that needs some stellar sound to match the vocal performances, or if you're a Vtuber looking for somebody to help with those fun POV audios, check me out! vgen.co/AMTRAX/servi...
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Kickstarter backers, I’ve just sent out an update on Mythos’ imminent release. You should find it in your email inbox.
December 5, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Kickstarter backers, I’ve just sent out an update on Mythos’ imminent release. You should find it in your email inbox.
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Early Christmas gift
The Greek Myths that Inspired FINAL FANTASY VII by M.J. Gallagher @mjgallagher.bsky.social
As I research my own graphic novel, a fantasy within a more modern setting, having this as reference will be very useful!
The Greek Myths that Inspired FINAL FANTASY VII by M.J. Gallagher @mjgallagher.bsky.social
As I research my own graphic novel, a fantasy within a more modern setting, having this as reference will be very useful!
December 5, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Early Christmas gift
The Greek Myths that Inspired FINAL FANTASY VII by M.J. Gallagher @mjgallagher.bsky.social
As I research my own graphic novel, a fantasy within a more modern setting, having this as reference will be very useful!
The Greek Myths that Inspired FINAL FANTASY VII by M.J. Gallagher @mjgallagher.bsky.social
As I research my own graphic novel, a fantasy within a more modern setting, having this as reference will be very useful!
Kickstarter backers, I’ve just sent out an update on Mythos’ imminent release. You should find it in your email inbox.
December 5, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Kickstarter backers, I’ve just sent out an update on Mythos’ imminent release. You should find it in your email inbox.
In Hindu tradition, Lord Shiva’s abode is Mount Kailash, part of a snowy range in the Himalayas, where he almost freezes the god Indra in anger. This is reflected in the lore of FFXVI’s Eikon Shiva, whose Dominants hail from the frozen highlands of the Northern Territories.
December 4, 2025 at 2:34 AM
In Hindu tradition, Lord Shiva’s abode is Mount Kailash, part of a snowy range in the Himalayas, where he almost freezes the god Indra in anger. This is reflected in the lore of FFXVI’s Eikon Shiva, whose Dominants hail from the frozen highlands of the Northern Territories.
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With 2026 marking 25 years of Final Fantasy X, it’s only right we celebrate with the summoner herself!
Hedy Burress, the beloved voice of Yuna in FFX and FFX-2, will join us at MegaPom!
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for a FINAL FANTASY extravaganza.
Hedy Burress, the beloved voice of Yuna in FFX and FFX-2, will join us at MegaPom!
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for a FINAL FANTASY extravaganza.
December 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM
With 2026 marking 25 years of Final Fantasy X, it’s only right we celebrate with the summoner herself!
Hedy Burress, the beloved voice of Yuna in FFX and FFX-2, will join us at MegaPom!
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for a FINAL FANTASY extravaganza.
Hedy Burress, the beloved voice of Yuna in FFX and FFX-2, will join us at MegaPom!
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for a FINAL FANTASY extravaganza.
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Final Fantasy and Mythology!!!
We chat with author @mjgallagher.bsky.social about his books Greek Myths and Norse Myths that inspired Final Fantasy VII
Maybe my favorite episode we've ever done:
We chat with author @mjgallagher.bsky.social about his books Greek Myths and Norse Myths that inspired Final Fantasy VII
Maybe my favorite episode we've ever done:
M.J. Gallagher on Final Fantasy & Mythology
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December 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Final Fantasy and Mythology!!!
We chat with author @mjgallagher.bsky.social about his books Greek Myths and Norse Myths that inspired Final Fantasy VII
Maybe my favorite episode we've ever done:
We chat with author @mjgallagher.bsky.social about his books Greek Myths and Norse Myths that inspired Final Fantasy VII
Maybe my favorite episode we've ever done:
In Norse mythology, the god Odin sends two ravens around the Nine Realms every day to gather news and bring him knowledge. During Final Fantasy XVI, Clive and Cid encounter elite scouts from Waloed (ruled by Odin's Dominant), whose black-hooded captain is the Midnight Raven.
December 1, 2025 at 10:51 PM
In Norse mythology, the god Odin sends two ravens around the Nine Realms every day to gather news and bring him knowledge. During Final Fantasy XVI, Clive and Cid encounter elite scouts from Waloed (ruled by Odin's Dominant), whose black-hooded captain is the Midnight Raven.
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🚨#MND #GameOver Auction!🚨
So far we have raised over £800, streaming for over 200 hours, but there's more!
We are launching an auction tonight at 8pm GMT in aid of @mndassoc.bsky.social!
Thank you to everyone who donated items 🎮♥
More info in the comments 👇
So far we have raised over £800, streaming for over 200 hours, but there's more!
We are launching an auction tonight at 8pm GMT in aid of @mndassoc.bsky.social!
Thank you to everyone who donated items 🎮♥
More info in the comments 👇
December 1, 2025 at 6:29 PM
🚨#MND #GameOver Auction!🚨
So far we have raised over £800, streaming for over 200 hours, but there's more!
We are launching an auction tonight at 8pm GMT in aid of @mndassoc.bsky.social!
Thank you to everyone who donated items 🎮♥
More info in the comments 👇
So far we have raised over £800, streaming for over 200 hours, but there's more!
We are launching an auction tonight at 8pm GMT in aid of @mndassoc.bsky.social!
Thank you to everyone who donated items 🎮♥
More info in the comments 👇
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Thank you to @mjgallagher.bsky.social who donated signed copies of Greek and Norse Myths that inspired #finalfantasy VII! #MND #GameOver #ffvii
December 1, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Thank you to @mjgallagher.bsky.social who donated signed copies of Greek and Norse Myths that inspired #finalfantasy VII! #MND #GameOver #ffvii
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We’re delighted to announce our next MegaPom guest! Please welcome Bethan Walker, the voice of Alisaie Leveilleur from Final Fantasy XIV! 🔥✨
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for an unforgettable Final Fantasy weekend.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now.
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for an unforgettable Final Fantasy weekend.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now.
December 1, 2025 at 2:14 PM
We’re delighted to announce our next MegaPom guest! Please welcome Bethan Walker, the voice of Alisaie Leveilleur from Final Fantasy XIV! 🔥✨
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for an unforgettable Final Fantasy weekend.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now.
Join us in London, Feb 14–15 2026 at the Novotel London West for an unforgettable Final Fantasy weekend.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now.
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In FFXVI, religious converts gather at Mikkelburg to be cleansed of their sins and attain salvation, as instructed by King Barnabas. It’s here that the relic Titus emerges. Saints Barnabas and Titus were early Christians who baptised others and converted them to Christianity.
November 30, 2025 at 10:18 PM
In FFXVI, religious converts gather at Mikkelburg to be cleansed of their sins and attain salvation, as instructed by King Barnabas. It’s here that the relic Titus emerges. Saints Barnabas and Titus were early Christians who baptised others and converted them to Christianity.
In FFXVI, religious converts gather at Mikkelburg to be cleansed of their sins and attain salvation, as instructed by King Barnabas. It’s here that the relic Titus emerges. Saints Barnabas and Titus were early Christians who baptised others and converted them to Christianity.
November 30, 2025 at 10:18 PM
In FFXVI, religious converts gather at Mikkelburg to be cleansed of their sins and attain salvation, as instructed by King Barnabas. It’s here that the relic Titus emerges. Saints Barnabas and Titus were early Christians who baptised others and converted them to Christianity.
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The term ‘ifrit’ appears once in the Islamic Qur’an and is typically translated from Arabic as a ‘mighty’ or ‘rebellious’ jinn (genie). These characteristics are embodied by Ifrit in Final Fantasy XVI, who is immensely strong and acts in direct defiance of the fate of Mythos.
November 29, 2025 at 9:46 PM
The term ‘ifrit’ appears once in the Islamic Qur’an and is typically translated from Arabic as a ‘mighty’ or ‘rebellious’ jinn (genie). These characteristics are embodied by Ifrit in Final Fantasy XVI, who is immensely strong and acts in direct defiance of the fate of Mythos.
The term ‘ifrit’ appears once in the Islamic Qur’an and is typically translated from Arabic as a ‘mighty’ or ‘rebellious’ jinn (genie). These characteristics are embodied by Ifrit in Final Fantasy XVI, who is immensely strong and acts in direct defiance of the fate of Mythos.
November 29, 2025 at 9:46 PM
The term ‘ifrit’ appears once in the Islamic Qur’an and is typically translated from Arabic as a ‘mighty’ or ‘rebellious’ jinn (genie). These characteristics are embodied by Ifrit in Final Fantasy XVI, who is immensely strong and acts in direct defiance of the fate of Mythos.
Derived from an earlier Egyptian deity, Harpocrates was the god of silence and secrets for the ancient Greeks. He was associated with Alexandria, Egypt, a centre of knowledge in antiquity. This is why the lore master and record keeper in Final Fantasy XVI shares his name.
November 28, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Derived from an earlier Egyptian deity, Harpocrates was the god of silence and secrets for the ancient Greeks. He was associated with Alexandria, Egypt, a centre of knowledge in antiquity. This is why the lore master and record keeper in Final Fantasy XVI shares his name.