Hey there, fellow Final Fantasy VII strategist! When it comes to materia management, I recommend prioritizing leveling up your magic and support materias like Fire, Ice, Restore, and Barrier. This will help you in both offensive and defensive situations. Don’t forget to link materias for combo effects like All + Elemental for added elemental damage to all your attacks.

For mission walkthroughs, always make sure to explore every nook and cranny to find hidden items and gear. Utilize steal and morph materias to get rare items from enemies. Before tough boss battles, consider grinding a bit to level up your characters and materias for a smoother fight.

When it comes to character development, focus on specific roles for each character to maximize their potential. For example, Cloud can be your physical attacker with strong melee materias, while Aerith can be your magic user with powerful spell materias. Experiment with different combinations to find what works best for your playstyle.

Hope these tips help you on your