Bogard

Bogard
Adventures of Mana artwork
First appearance	Final Fantasy Adventure (1991)
Latest appearance	Echoes of Mana (2022)
Title(s)	Gemma Knight
Faction	Mana Clan
Role	Ally
Gender	Male
Species	Human

Bogard is a major character and ally in Final Fantasy Adventure and its direct remake Adventures of Mana.

Background

Bogard was a Gemma Knight during his youth, defeating the Vandole Empire who wrought havoc and misery to the worldm alongside Sir Cibba. Now, the old man lives as a recluse in his cabin near a waterfall. People from the nearby village of Topple consider him to be a stubborn woodcutter hermit who used to be a great knight.

History

Final Fantasy Adventure & Adventures of Mana

Fulfilling a dying Hasim request for Fuji to meet with Sir Bogard, Sumo & the young maiden first meet the old knight in his cabin near Topple. Upon arrival, Bogard stays distant and repeatedly ask the adventurers to leave his house, until he sees the pendant Fuji is wearing. He then opens up as the young maiden acknowledges himself to be Sir Bogard of the Gemma Knights. The old man then explains that a long time ago, an evil organization called the Vandole Empire sought to bring the world under its control by tapping into Mana, effectively bringing an era of fear an violence. A organized resistance called the Gemma Knights stood against the imperial armies. Though far lower in numbers, the resistance eventually defeated the evildoers thanks to a maiden who filled their hearts with courage and led them to victory. This fabled lady wore the very same pendant that Fuji sports today. Bogard then adds that evil forces are at it again and that this pendant might be the key to restoring peace once again. He then entrusts his mattock to Sumo and order them journey east of here to find a cave that leads to Wendel, telling them that Sir Cibba might remember more about the pendant's meaning than him.

Later on, after Fuji's abduction by Julius in Wendel, Sumo reunites with Bogard as he exits Gaia Pass. The old knight tells the young swordsman that he needn't to apologize for letting Fuji and the pendant slip into evil hands and the Cibba told him about the entire situation. He adds that Julius' warship must be refueling at a nearby station to the north, making it a perfect opportunity to hop aboard and save the damsel in distress before they put to the skies. Bogard then joins Sumo and the newly formed duo venture inside the enemy airship near a lake. The party eventually find Fuji in a cell, quickly realizing that they cannot open the door without the key. Sumo decides to circle back to break the lone window at the opposite of the room while Bogard stands guard near the jailed maiden. As Sumo finally gets to the narrow catwalk leading to the cell window and Fuji gives him her pendant, they are interrupted by Julius who blasts the young knight with a fire spell, leaving him hanging on one hand at the deck. Sumo quickly looses grip and falls several feet into a straw roof in Menos.

Sumo is later reunited with the old knight in Ish after failing to stop Julius from using Fuji and her pendant to reverse the sacred waterfall and enter the Mana Shrine. Both bedridden, Bogard explains to Sumo that he has been taken care by Sarah after being thrown from the airship. He feared the worst when he saw the young lad being brought in at first, but he knew Sumo would survive, as he is the Gemma's final hope. Sumo vehemently disagrees as he wasn't able to save Fuji or Amanda, calling himself a failure in the process. The argument escalate to the point of Sumo telling Bogard that he should save the world since he's a Gemma Knight before angrily storming off. The young knight is greeted outside by Bogard's caretaker Sarah, who reveals that the fall from the airship left the old Gemma Knight with crippled legs, leaving him unable to help those in need. He believed that Sumo would visit the village and save the world, but the townsfolk mistook his words as mere ramblings. She then adds that his Chocobo has nearly died trying to escort him back to the settlement and is currently being treated by the local professor. After paying a visit to the professor and retrieving his now robotic steed, Sumo returns to Bogard, the latter telling him that in order to thwart Julius, the young knight needs to find the holy sword Excalibur. While even Sir Bogard in unaware of its location, he directs Sumo to Sir Cibba in Wendel, as he might know of its whereabouts. The old man last words are to speak to the Professor for the quickest route to Wendel.

After Julius's Defeat, Sumo visits Bogard, Sarah, and The Professor in Ish. In Adventures of Mana, Fuji's Mother asks him to tell Bogard she loved him as he had loved her.

Sword of Mana

Hero's path

In the Hero's path, Bogard is seen chatting with Sumo's Father in a flashback as young Sumo storms into the guest room alerting them of the house being surrounded by soldiers. The Dark Lord enters the premises, informing his father that he is being punished for harboring Mana Clan heretics. Bogard replies to Hermann that he is the one who burned the Mana Village and defends his friend from Dark Lords' incoming attack. He is unfortunately taken away by Granz soldiers all the while Hermann and Sumo flee the scene.

Later on, a grown-up Sumo visits Cascade Cottage and discovers a letter telling the recipient to meet him at Wendel. Sumo is then interrupted by Fuji who mistakes him for working with Granz Realm, but the confusion quickly simmers down when both of the adventurers discover that they loath the empire. Fuji opens up the letter and a light Mana spirit pops up, prompting Fuji to lower her guard and learning to Sumo how to use magic. Both decide to tag along for their next destination.

Sir Bogard is next seen talking with Cibba in Wendel's cathedral during which Sumo and Fuji visit. Sumo introduces him to both gentlemen, with Bogard commanding him from being alive and remembering him. The old knight apologizes to the young swordsman for ruining his day back when he brought refugees from the Mana Village in Hermann's residence. To his amazement, Sumo discovers that both Bogard and Cibba were two of the three Gemma Knights who defeated the Vandole Empire 20 years ago. This prompts the young knight to inquire about the Mana Sword's whereabouts to Cibba so he can avenge his parents' death by beating the Dark Lord. This amuses both Bogard and Cibba who reply that one that should seek the holy sword ought to be a true hero, which angers an humiliated Sumo, who storms off the cathedral. While outside, a large shadow, who is revealed to be the Granz Real Military Airship, hovers above Wendel, immediately assaulting the city. Amongst the panic, Sumo recognizes Dark Lord and his mysterious assistant Julius marching toward the cathedral. The young hero is swiftly overmatched by the overlord and his demon advisor, the latter hurling a shadowy ball of energy at him, sending him flying into the building. This blow makes the Moon Mirror previously found in the Marsh Cave shatter into pieces. Bogard tries to engage the Dark Lord into a fight, but Fuji decides to surrender herself before any more commotion is done. The group is then forced to watch helplessly as the young maiden is escorted outside.

Moments after, Sumo awakens from a dream and is informed by Bogard that Fuji is being taken hostage on the airship. The young hero curses at the fact that he failed to protect her again, but the old mentor warns him to not fall into defeatism. He suggests that they speak with Cibba back in the cathedral as he would surely find a solution. Back at the meeting place, Cibba explains that this incident probably involves Vandole since the Moor Mirror reflected its shadowy figure back when Julius stormed into the holy place. Bogard seems incredulous at first, but Cibba then adds that the enemy airship will dock at Westlake, giving the group an opportunity to rescue Fuji. The old sage continues by telling Sumo to venture into Gaia Cave and gives him a Wisp to help him out on his journey. As for Bogard, Cibba entrusts him to head to Granz Castle while he does some research on Julius. The group disbands afterwards.

Circle of Mana

Bogard makes a cameo appearance in several cards in Circle of Mana.

Rise of Mana

Bogard appears in Rise of Mana as a monster pet.

Echoes of Mana

Bogard makes a cameo appearance in the Memory Gem I Won't Hear It.

Gallery

For this subject's image gallery, see Gallery:Bogard.

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