Tifa is one of the main members of AVALANCHE, and the owner and manager of the bar Seventh Heaven, which serves as the team's hideout. She was born in Nibelheim, where her and Cloud were and have been long time friends. Five years ago, her father was killed by Sephiroth in "The Incident", and she was seriously injured. She was trained by the martial arts master Zangan, and has gained great speed and agility. Despite her cute, bright and optimistic appearance, she can destroy anything with her fists and feet.