Lightning's actual birth name is Claire Farron
Choosing an intimidating alias is crucial when fighting supernatural deities. The stern, pink-haired protagonist of Final Fantasy XIII abandoned her birth name, Claire, after her parents passed away, adopting the moniker 'Lightning' to seem tougher and protect her younger sister. Honestly, if you are going to brandish a sword that turns into a gun, 'Claire' just lacks the necessary intimidation factor.

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