Square Enix Making a Final Fantasy IX Vivi Black Mage Hat

In honor of the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX, Square Enix announced even more merchandise like a Vivi black mage hat and purses based on both him and Zidane. All of the items are expected to launch in Japan on August 16, 2025. The hat costs 17,600円 (~$123). The larger versions of the purses are 11,600円 (~$77) each, while the smaller bags are 9,350円 (~$66). 

In the case of the FFIX Vivi hat, it is designed to resemble the ones worn by Final Fantasy black mage characters over the years. It’s make of materials like fake leather, cotton, and polyester. It is about 28 inches tall (72cm). It’s unisex, so anyone can wear it. Also, the brim is designed to be wide enough to cover someone’s eyes to create the illusion of the in-game design. It can also be displayed when not worn.

Here’s a closer look at the hat:

As for the FFIX Vivi and Zidane purses, both the shoulder bag and smaller pouch options are based on both characters’ outfits and signature features. So both of the Vivi ones reference his costume by featuring the royal blue top with brown laces and blue and white stripes. They also each have a charm that resembles his hat. The Zidane ones both have charms designed to look like his tail, as well as his blue and brown outfit. The larger one is 10 inches (26cm) long, 5 inches tall (13cm), and about an inch wide (3cm), so it’s relatively thin. The pouch has just over an inch and a half opening (4cm) and is over 6 inches (17cm) deep.

Here’s how those designs look:

None of these items are appearing in the worldwide Square Enix storefronts yet. It’s more likely we’ll see them eventually in thepaused pre-orders on the US one due to tariffs inflicted by President Donald Trump. 

The Final Fantasy IX Vivi hat and Vivi and Zidane purses will launch in Japan on August 16, 2025.