10 Most Unreliable Video Game Companions Ever

10. Bravely Default - Airy

Fairies or some kind of pixie-like aiding character are part of the framework of an Eastern RPG. I could list examples, but chances are you've already thought of one. You know, the annoying, squeaky voiced companions that get more insufferable as time goes on, much like Navi from Ocarina of Time.

When it comes to Airy from 3DS hit Bravely Default, however, she's not just an unreliable companion. She's also an unreliable narrator.

In short, the fairy guides players to light crystal pillars throughout the land, apparently saving the world. Yet this creates a sort of parallel world/time loop scenario, bringing you no closer to saving the proverbial day.

Across the parallel worlds and time goes on, characters will hint that the oh-so helpful little aide may not be all that she seems...

Which becomes apparent when our heroes break the cycle (and a crystal), halting the schemes of Airy's master, Ouroboros. She's far from a sweet and innocent fairy when that happens, revealing her true nature in shocking form.

Even the title screen alludes to this deception as time goes on, if players aren't getting it.