Fast forward 26 years and dice rolling is back in a big way, thanks in large part to the various Magic x Dungeons & Dragons products, in which such effects are deeply thematically appropriate
As a result of so many singles, Cloud can feel a little swingier than Sephiroth, relying in powering up equipped creatures and dealing high damage but feels a touch more straightforward to play
This deters attacks against you, incentivizes opponents to deal with each other, and generates value along the way
If you play multiplayer generally, Commander specifically, Highlander, Five Color, then you know the value of playing defense where you need to keep yourself alive to enact your plans
But just once per turn as a brake on it