Haters Beware: FFVII Fangirl Strikes Back

A Bombguts blogger is claiming that your favorite Final Fantasy VII heroes have all the depth of a child's doodling. You can check out his illustrations here. In his defense, I really like these drawings masterpieces.



By way of rebuttal I want to propose two lists (which I welcome you to expand upon in the comments).

Why FFVII characters are so beloved to begin with
1) They change and adapt throughout the story
2) They experience self-doubt, courage of conviction and everything in between
3)They aren't invincible
4) They have loved ones, imaginative homes and havens, and personal stake in their adventure
5) Characters have specific music and dialects to create almost audible voices

Why it's hip to say FFVII is overrated
1) Because many fans hold the game as sacrosanct
2) Because it makes people feel insightful to bash what everyone else adores
3) Because many people think the fact that there are other equally amazing games somehow diminishes the quality of this one
4) Because it was such a mainstream success--if it has mass appeal something must be wrong with it
5) Because they have giant sword envy

What do you think?