The other day I saw Dark Pixel Gaming review FFXII, and they made the note that one of the potential things that made combat less exciting is how plain the attack animations look (21:24). I don't necessarily agree with that notion; if nothing else I think some weapons like the polearms have very flashy animations, at least from a perspective of real world choreography. However, it is an interesting subject, so I ask you: what are some of your favorite animations in RPGs?

I've always been a fan of the glowing orbs that surround Rydia when she summons an Eidolon, and the way it lights her sprite up.

There's also the way Tidus springs into his sword slash after a running start in FFX, as well as every Persona summoning in P4.

Yeah, idk. Just curious to hear what stands out in your mind