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Why The Voice Of Ghostface Sounds So Familiar

By Emily Bell

Changing pace from playing musical or maniacal monkeys, Roger Jackson then appeared in two different "Final Fantasy" games. The first, 2003's "Final Fantasy X-2," sees Roger playing the role of Maester Wen Kinoc, as well as additional characters. Wen Kinoc is a religious adherent of high ranking in the Yevon religion, which is the predominant faith in the world of Spira. Based on and around the art of summoning, Wen Kinoc believes the Yevon religion should be followed by all, and goes so far as to use military actions to make sure that his faith spreads. In addition, Wen Kinoc is also a close personal friend of Seymour Guado (Alex Fernandez), one of the major villains of "Final Fantasy X."

Shifting gears slightly from preaching a religion, Jackson later appears as Emperor Gramis Gana Solidor in 2006's "Final Fantasy XII." Although "Final Fantasy X" and "Final Fantasy X-2" focus on religion and summoning, "Final Fantasy XII" is more or less about political scheming, succession of power, and fighting for freedom. Emperor Gramis is responsible for conquering much of the world in "Final Fantasy XII," which he later becomes reluctant about on account of his brutal military methods. His sons are diametrically opposed to each other, with one of them scheming against the Emperor for control of the kingdom. Emperor Gramis is an elderly ruler, and his paranoia over his diminishing status is one of the major components of the character, as well as his concerns about the future of his family.