Disclaimer: I own neither Final Fantasy XII nor its characters.


Our heroes have finally emerged from the depths of the Golmore Jungle and find themselves face to face with a foe of a different kind. Not all of the party is equipped to properly deal with the elements in the Paramina Rift.

"Why does this cursed place have to be so cold?" Ashe growled rubbing her hands up and down her arms for warmth.

"Perhaps a change of attire would aid your majesty?" Basch suggested gruffly eyeing the distance ahead of him.

Ashe turned on her heel and glared daggers at the captain and stormed ahead of the group.

"Hey, if it helps I'm probably colder than you are 'cause I'm not wearing a shirt!" Vaan shouted as he quickly ran after her not wanting to be outdone.

Fran rolled her eyes at the young boy's remark and Balthier sighed placing the palm of his hand to his brow and shaking his head.

"This is going to make for a fun trip." The sky pirate groaned.

"Indeed." His viera partner stated.

"They wouldn't be so cold if they would just take the time and learn a simple fire spell." Penelo offered as she trudged through the snow up towards Larsa.

"I certainly agree." The young boy replied wryly.