The Splasher (スプラッシャー, Supurasshā?), also known as the Piranha, is a recurring creature in the Final Fantasy series, first appearing in Final Fantasy IV. It typically appears as a blue carnivorous fish.
Appearances
Final Fantasy IV
The Splasher appears as an enemy encountered in the Ancient Waterway, often alongside the Electrofish.
Final Fantasy IV: The After Years
It is not a very powerful enemy; a single Thunder spell should be more than enough to defeat it.
Final Fantasy X
The Splasher appears as an enemy encountered in the underwater tunnels of Mt. Gagazet. It may attack alone, in pairs or in trios. When alone, it uses Self Destruct after defeat except if it dies from a counterattack or is Captured. When in pairs or in trios, it may cause Poison with its physical attacks.
Final Fantasy Dimensions
The Splasher appears as an enemy encountered in the Underwater Cave, Beneath Gardenia and Desert Moon Hideout.
Dissidia Final Fantasy Opera Omnia
The Splasher from from Final Fantasy IV appears as an enemy.
Pictlogica Final Fantasy
The Splasher from Final Fantasy IV appears as an enemy.
Etymology
A piranha is an omnivorous freshwater fish that inhabits South American rivers known for their sharp teeth, powerful jaws, and voracious appetite for meat. However, it is a misconception that they will attack anything that so much as dips a toe in the water. They usually prey on other fish, and only feed on dead and dying terrestrial animals that fall into the water.