Concept artwork for Final Fantasy II.
Astaroth (アスタロート, Asutarōto?), also known as Athtalot, is a recurring creature in the Final Fantasy series. It is typically presented as a fallen angelic or demonic figure of great power.
Appearances
Final Fantasy II
Astaroth is a boss encountered in the final dungeon, Pandaemonium. It guards the treasure chest containing a Ribbon. Astaroth is a dangerous foe, second only to the Emperor. It wields a potent drain effect on every physical blow, and also utilize high-level spells, such as Scourge XVI, Fire XVI, and Drain XVI.
Final Fantasy IV: The After Years
Astaroth is a boss encountered in the final dungeon, the Depths of the True Moon. While based on the Final Fantasy II Astaroth, in Final Fantasy IV The Complete Collection its sprite is that of Lucifer, its Soul of Rebirth counterpart, instead of Astaroth itself.
Final Fantasy Type-0
Astaroth (アスタロト, Asutaroto?) is a Diabolos-class Eidolon,
The Final Fantasy Legend
The Athtalot is one of the strongest transformations for monster party members. It cannot be encountered as a normal enemy.
Final Fantasy Legend II
The Athtalot again appears as a powerful transformation-exclusive monster.
Final Fantasy Dimensions II
Astaroth appears as a dark-elemental Eidolon.
Dissidia Final Fantasy Opera Omnia
Pictlogica Final Fantasy
Etymology
Astaroth in demonology is a prince of Hell. In art, specifically in the Dictionnaire Infernal, Astaroth is depicted as a nude man with dragon-like wings, hands, and feet, a second pair of feathered wings after the main, wearing a crown, holding a serpent in one hand, and riding a wolf or dog.