The Sprinter (スプリンター, Supurintā?), also known as the Loper, is a recurring creature in the Final Fantasy series, first appearing in Final Fantasy II. It is typically a large flightless bird.

Appearances

Final Fantasy II

The Sprinter, also known as the Loper, appears as an enemy encountered in the Fynn, Semitt Falls, Poft, and Paloom areas. It is a decently powerful enemy when first encountered, but otherwise isn't too difficult to defeat. The Sprinter always appears alone.

Final Fantasy VI

The Sprinter appears as an enemy encountered in the Jidoor, Miranda, and Narshe regions in the World of Ruin. It primarily attacks by depleting the party's MP with Osmose Beak and healing itself and its allies with White Wind, but otherwise are not difficult foes. Strago Magus can learn White Wind from the Sprinter.

Final Fantasy XII

The Sprinter appears as an enemy encountered in the Salikawood. It is a somewhat dangerous enemy, as it has high Evasion and access to the ability Stone Gaze, as well as the Augments Full-HP ATK+ and Low-HP ATK+, increasing its Attack at both full and critical HP levels.

Final Fantasy XVI

The Sprinter appears as an enemy encountered in the Vidargraes region of Waloed.

Final Fantasy Dimensions

The Sprinter appears as an enemy encountered in Mt. Lux.

Pictlogica Final Fantasy

The Sprinter from Final Fantasy II appears as an enemy.

Final Fantasy Record Keeper

The Sprinters from Final Fantasy II and VI appear as enemies.

Final Fantasy Brave Exvius

The Sprinter appears as an enemy encountered in Golzas Peak, Windy Heights East, Klon Palisades, Heavensplit Peaks, and the Colosseum. It also appears during the events "Way of the Warrior" and "Festival of Love."