10 Video Game Villain Plot Holes EVERYONE Missed
6. The Crowd Cheer When Edea Commits Murder - Final Fantasy VIII
In Final Fantasy VIII, Squall and his friends discover the Galbadian ambassador, Edea has used magic to take control over the militia. After President Deling invites her to speak to the citizens, Edea goes full-dictator, declaring she will usher in a new age of bloodshed. When Deling tries to interfere, the sinister sorceress slaughters him.
Instead of running in terror, the audience continue to cheer, as if their ambassador did not just admit she was a tyrant before murdering the president. Weirder still, the crowd stay for the rest of the ceremony, dancing and clapping, even after the evil enchantress impales Squall with an ice shard.
Now, FFVIII: Ultimania tried to explain away this inconsistency. According to this companion book, Edea brainwashed her audience, making them applaud for her, even when they saw her true colours.
But if Edea can brainwash thousands of people, why doesn't the wrathful witch mind-control Squall's friends? Also, Edea performs a spell during this scene to freeze Rinoa in place. Why doesn't she utilise this power all the time? By freezing Squall to the spot, Edea could walk up to him and blow his head off with ease.