How Old is Aerith Gainsborough in Final Fantasy VII

Subtle backstory can add so much depth to a character. Tracking the age of characters like Aerith in Final Fantasy VII can help to better immerse you in the narrative.

Aerith Gainsborough, one of the central characters in Final Fantasy VII, was born on February 7, 1985. She was born to a Cetra mother and human father, making her the last to carry Cetra blood. While we rely on sources like The Final Fantasy VII Ultimania for her exact date of birth, the game proper actually gives us a lot of details into her birth.

How old is Aerith in Final Fantasy VII

Since Final Fantasy VII takes place in 0007 (or 2007 in our numbering) that makes Aerith 22 during the game. So Cloud likes them older, huh? (Except I infamously said that he doesn’t.) Aerith’s age is meaningful as it underscores her maturity and growth through the heavy responsibilities she carries.

In Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII, which takes place several years before the main game, Aerith is around 15 to 16 years old. During this time, she meets 16-year-old Zack Fair, and their relationship becomes a significant part of both their stories. Her youthful optimism and strength are evident even at this age, traits that define her character throughout the series.

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When it comes to Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, which is set two years after the events of the original game, Aerith would be 24 years old if she were still alive. Although she is not physically present in the movie, her influence is strongly felt throughout, as she continues to guide and comfort the living characters, particularly Cloud Strife, as they deal with the aftermath of their battles and the lingering threats to the planet.

What is Aerith’s age in the Remake timeline?

In the Final Fantasy VII Remake, Aerith’s age remains consistent with the original game, and she is still 22 years old during the events in Midgar. The remake delves deeper into her character, expanding on her mysterious connection to the planet and the fate she faces. Despite the changes and additions in the remake, Aerith’s age and birthday remain unchanged.

Final Fantasy VII is available on the PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC. Final Fantasy VII Remake is available on the PS4, PS5, and PC.