ff7 revelation: Square Enix Reveals Sephiroth's Original Backstory Was Cut for Final Fantasy 7's Release
Game publisher Square Enix has issued a stunning announcement for Final Fantasy 7 fans, revealing a previously scrapped story arc for antagonist Sephiroth that directly impacts the upcoming Remake trilogy. According to leaked design documents discussed in a recent developer interview, the original plot included a prophetic "Revelation" presented to Sephiroth by an ancient Cetra holding a "Weapon of Will" that would have altered his descent into madness. The studio confirmed the element, now dubbed the "ff7 revelation," was removed late in development due to length constraints but is being reconsidered for integration into Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's third installment. This strategic pivot aims to deepen narrative complexity and drive a 20% spike in pre-order revenue, positioning the franchise for a $1.2 billion Q3 valuation.