Materia are magic orbs that have a number of positive effects if equipped in Weapons or Armor.

Various Type of Materia appear in the game. Materia can be divided into five groups based on their abilities.

• Independent
  Purple Materia. This enhances the Character's status, such as maximum HP and strength.

  Support

  Blue Materia. Support Materia is best used in conjuction with other types, and best placed in a linked slot.

  Command

  Yellow Materia. This will increase the number of commands that can be used in a battle.

  Magic

  Green Materia. This enables you to cast Magic spells on the Enemy or yourself.

  Summon

  Red Materia. Enables you to call a Summon Monster during a battle.

See the Weapons section if you want to know how to equip a Character with Materia.