Materia

Materia lies at the heart of Final Fantasy VII's battle system, allowing characters to wield magic, summon powerful creatures, enhance their attributes, and unlock a wide range of commands and support effects. By combining different types of Materia across linked equipment slots, players can create specialized builds, exploit enemy weaknesses, and adapt the party to nearly any encounter. This guide covers every Materia found throughout the game, including its effects, growth requirements, equipment bonuses, locations, and the combinations that make it most effective.