Inline with Final Fantasy XIII's release, we have some exclusive content lined up for everyone who's dug into the game, or maybe hasn't dug in yet. We've previously done interviews with voice actors and actresses from the Kingdom Hearts series on our KH podcast (Kingdom Hearts Union), so we figured it was about time we make a few phone calls and try at some Final Fantasy XIII voice actor and actress interviews; so today we're happy to announce that we will be interviewing Ali Hillis, the voice of Lightning in Final Fantasy XIII, in the coming week!

Best part, we want fan questions for the interview. The interview will be a special episode of our dedicated Final Fantasy podcast (aptly named Final Fantasy Union on the iTunes Store), so you will indeed hear Ali Hillis' voice yourself, and possibly hear her answer your own question for her.

You can submit questions for Ali about her roll as Lightning, Final Fantasy, voice acting, or whatever else you think is appropriate by commenting on this news post. We're recording the interview in a few days, so don't dilly dally!

TAGS: Final Fantasy XIII, Square Enix, Community Updates, Lightning, Ali Hillis

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Posted on March 15th, 2010, 3:37 pm (EST) by Kyle Questions are now closed, we're doing the interview tomorrow!

Posted on March 15th, 2010, 4:56 am (EST) by yumi300 For Ali Hillis 1) If you didn't know that you were going to be voicing Lighting, what other characters would you mind playing as? 2) Since you voice Lighting so grand, (since I loved it now) how would you view the Final Fantasy XIII world and the characters within the Game?

Posted on March 15th, 2010, 4:00 am (EST) by Animerules Have you ever worked with square enix? Have you ever played Final Fantasy game?

Posted on March 15th, 2010, 2:17 am (EST) by miiworld2 Two questions for Ali: 1) How are you different from, or similar to your character Lightning? 2) If possible, can you tell us who is your favorite Final Fantasy XIII character, and why?

Posted on March 13th, 2010, 6:28 pm (EST) by gilburtgtr :O I almost overlooked this thread! Awesomecakes. Q: Having played some quite big roles in video games (Liara in Mass Effect, and obviously Lightning), what's next for you? Do you plan to continue voice-acting (besides Mass Effect 3, of course)?

Posted on March 12th, 2010, 5:59 pm (EST) by Penguin X 1) What was your favourite thing about playing Lightning? 2) Did you base Lightning's character on anyone or anything? 3) Have you played Final Fantasy XIII or watched anyone play it?

Posted on March 12th, 2010, 4:08 pm (EST) by Firechakram I have 2 questions. One for Ali HIllis and one for the FF Union team. To Ali: What was it like meeting the other Final Fantasy XIII cast members after recording for the game? What are your current relationships with the other cast members and did you know any of them prior to recording? To FF Union: Can the interview be just Kyle and Lauren like it is with the KH cast interviews?

Posted on March 12th, 2010, 4:04 pm (EST) by Foxssj2 How much of yourselfe did you put in Lightning? How is it to hear your voice in the game are you happy with your performance??

Posted on March 12th, 2010, 2:03 pm (EST) by port87 What little things do you do before you step in the studio, and get ready to play your character?

Posted on March 12th, 2010, 9:19 am (EST) by akisura12 Was there a particular process or voice you were asked to make during you audition?

Posted on March 12th, 2010, 9:06 am (EST) by adamsta94 how did you land the part of lightning and where u surprised when u were chosen?

Posted on March 12th, 2010, 7:54 am (EST) by BigMacB93 well first of all, i want to say that i love this game :) Now for the questions. 1) I think you have done a really good job with lightning, and i wanted to know if you think you have anything in common with her. 2) If the opportunity arose, would you play a role in another final fantasy to come? I think you would do another really good job.

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 10:32 pm (EST) by port87 Hey guys, I found a youtube vid of Ali Hillis getting questioned about ffxiii. It was at the US release party. Most of the questions were quite simple LINK

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 9:04 pm (EST) by camilomf First off, awesome, awesome job!!!! I'd love to know how you prepared for the character. I also work with voice actors, and I wonder what your rehearsal/preparation consisted of. Did you listen to the japanese track? Did you get feedback from the director on Lightning's personality and/or motivations? Thanks! (to her and you FF union guys for the interview, can't wait!)

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 8:38 pm (EST) by andar90 What is the hardest thing about playing Lightning? What is your favorite character in the story?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 8:24 pm (EST) by thefenrir Awesome sauce! Great job getting this interview guys! <3 1. How does it feel to play the main heroine in such a longstanding title like Final Fantasy. 2. What was it like working with the crew behind the game?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 7:12 pm (EST) by akisura12 Awesomefulness!!!!! 1)How long did recording take, and do you enjoy it when it is a longer or shorter recording time? Do you like it spread out between different days or all in one day? 2)How can you compare or how was this different form other projects that you have worked on previously? Did you enjoy it more or less than those titles?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 7:05 pm (EST) by shadowroxas How did it feel working with such a large cast? Did you like the way FF is like a movie? Would you consider ever working with SE again?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 6:17 pm (EST) by SMc Were you familiar with the Final Fantasy games prior to auditioning for Final Fantasy 13, or did you audition thinking it was just another gig? What was your first reaction when you first saw game footage of Lightning? Were there any inside jokes/outtakes/bloopers from recording the dialog that made it into the game?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 4:24 pm (EST) by Aro Are there any similarities between Ali and Lightning? How did she prepare for the role of Lightning? Did she base her portrayal of the character on anyone?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 3:44 pm (EST) by kingudamu was there anything that amused you about lightning's role/action's/personality? (like her dislike towards snow XD) have you meet any of the other actors? and, other than lightning (no cheating ^^) who is your favorite character of the game?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 3:02 pm (EST) by fibh 1) How dose it compare being on movie where people know your face and being a voice actor on a game where no one can see your face? 2) What is the most inappropriate a fan has been towards you?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 2:37 pm (EST) by Sean Did you record your lines with other voice actors from the game or did you record all your lines independently or was it a mixtute of both?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 2:25 pm (EST) by Emi Awesome! 1) Will you or have you played FF13 and if so how do you like how Lightning fights? 2) Would you consider voice acting again for a Final Fantasy game in the future?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 2:22 pm (EST) by Kaos24 Whats the story behind you getting the part of Lightning?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 2:20 pm (EST) by Kitt-Kitt She does a great job with the character, love her. :D Have you played any Final Fantasy games before? What was your reaction to getting the part of voicing Lightning? Do you think the character is a bit emo?

Posted on March 11th, 2010, 2:12 pm (EST) by Damian So friggin' cool. 1) How did you first get into voice acting? 2) Any tips for people who want to get into voice acting?