The journey begins with Terra, an enslaved girl with mysterious magical powers, and her Imperial escorts. This initial segment introduces you to the oppressive Gestahlian Empire and the nascent rebellion forming against it. You'll meet key characters and begin to unravel the mysteries surrounding magic and Espers.
While Final Fantasy VI explores a rebellion against an established empire, Final Fantasy X-2 depicts the political power vacuum and factional infighting that follows a regime's collapse.