Balthier is a fictional character from Final Fantasy XII, a stylish and charismatic sky pirate who serves as one of the game’s main playable party members. He pilots the airship Strahl and often presents himself as the leading man, with a confident, witty personality. Throughout the story, he becomes an important ally to Vaan and the others, helping them oppose the Empire and uncover the truth behind the conflict. He is also tied to the game’s larger themes of freedom, identity, and personal responsibility.