The Domovoi (ドモボーイ, Domobōi?), also known as the Imp Cap., is recurring creature in the Final Fantasy series, first appearing in Final Fantasy IV. It is typically a variety of goblin, though is one some occasions an ambulatory plant.
Appearances[]
Final Fantasy IV[]
The Domovoi, also known as the Imp Cap., appears as an enemy in the Antlion's Den, Mt. Hobs, Fabul and its surrounding region, and the Mysidia region. It also appears in the Lunar Ruins in the Advance and Complete Collection releases.
Final Fantasy IV: The After Years[]
The Domovoi returns as an enemy encountered in Baron Castle, the Baron region, the Underworld, the Sylph Cave, the Passage of the Eidolons, the Sealed Cave, the Mist region, the Fabul region, Mt. Hobs, Mount Ordeals, the Dwarven Mine Path, the Tower of Babil, the Mysidia region, the Damcyan region, the Antlion's Den, and the Kaipo region.
Final Fantasy IV -Interlude-[]
The Domovoi returns as an enemy encountered in the Fabul region.
Final Fantasy XI[]
The Domovoi appears as a notorious monster mandragora encountered in Balga's Dais as part of the "Steamed Sprouts" battlefield. Seven Domovois are encountered alongside the Dvorovoi.
Final Fantasy XIV[]
The Domovoi appears as a B-rank flower basket mark encountered in southwest Il Mheg. According to huntmasters, it was created by a lonely pixie to serve as a constant companion, but has gone rogue since its master fell afoul of a sin eater.
Final Fantasy XVI[]
The Domovoi appears as an enemy encountered in the Sagespire as part of the "Echoes of the Fallen" DLC.
Final Fantasy Dimensions[]
The Domovoi appears as an enemy encountered in the Berth region.
Final Fantasy Record Keeper[]
The Domovoi from Final Fantasy IV appears as an enemy.
Final Fantasy Brave Exvius[]
The Domovoi appears as an enemy encountered in the Realm of the Dragon King. It also appears during the "Fabul Castle Guard" crossover event in reference to its Final Fantasy IV appearance.
Etymology[]
A Domovoi is a house spirit in Slavic folklore. They are seen as guardians of the home, living under doors or the stove, and sometimes help with household chores in exchange for food. For the most part they are peaceful and helpful, but if displeased by the family, possibly by their neglect of their home, it will torment them in a manner similar to a poltergeist.