Contrary to belief, Tidus does not resemble Lord Zaon in the least, save for the sun symbolism and their Guardian roles with their respective Summoners. Baralai and Auron, however, bear striking similarities with him. If only Baralai was one of Yuna's Guardian's in FFX...
XXXVI.
Impetus
{Warrior of antiquity, love lives on}
"I must protect my beloved... I must protect... I... must..."
A shadow of his former glory, armor golden in its splendor, and Cadabolg's shade in hand, a paragon of living nightmares. Legend speaks of Lord Zaon's passion surpassing that of the sun; now a demon whispers in his right ear, using selfless wiles to fester the flames of loyalty and resolve. Obsession in full bloom, and an undying love.
Warrior monks flock to surround the apparition, the last two squads, the fate of the previous thirteen unknown and lost under the mercy of winding, fiend-infested Undergrounds. Baralai bares his fangs and prepares to pounce, undaunted by Lord Zaon's enlightened form.
"I have people to protect as well. Please, forgive me, Lord Zaon."
Sparks ignite when they cross steel for claw.