I like the first one, but I don't like them that much. Mainly, it's just the loss of text and the "ghost Cid" in the background.
I like the second one because of the background. The faded Cid behind him kind of takes away from the whole thing though (at least, that's what I think).
i'm going to be different. Personally, I like the SECOND one better. Mainly I think the dark colours look better with Cid.
I like the first one a lot more. =D I like the backround. But in my opinion the left needs something like some brushes or something. They're great though! But yeah, I like the first one better.