a/n Grenfell does not own anything from Final Fantasy or Harry Potter.


Zanarkand

'Why... why did she have to die?' a 12-year old Seymour Guado thought to himself, as he cried over his mother's transformation into the faith 'Anima'. Suddenly a light flowed from the newly formed faith and traveled straight behind the crying half-breed. Seymour was about to ignore the odd event but then he heard the cries of a young child. Turning to look towards the noise, Seymour was startled by the appearance of a small child, crying from within a bundle of blankets.

Momentarily forgetting his grief, Seymour strode towards the crying baby and picked him up, gently cradling him in his arms.

"How did you get here child?" he questioned.

At the sound of Seymour's low voice the child stopped crying and stared up at the hybrid with bright green eyes. As the child began to smile at him, Seymour could feel a shift in the air, and before his eyes, the child's black hair gained a blue tinge to it and veins, not unlike his own, appeared around the child's eyes. If he looked into the blankets, he had a feeling that the child's fingers would be more pointed as well.

"Well, you are an interesting one aren't you." He mused to himself.

'Take him, my son. No child should be left alone.' Seymour could hear the voice of his mother say.

At the memory of his mother's voice, Seymour could feel tears begin to fall again but now... now he had something to do, to focus on.

Seymour took one last look at the faith that was his mother before he slowly left the ruins of Zanarkand.

Guadosalam

13 years later

"Wake up!"

The shout was enough to make young Hadrian Guado jump out of his bed, blankets following him as he crashed onto the floor. Wearily glancing up, he was met with the grinning face of his best friend Kadaj.

The two had met a few years earlier when Seymour had taken Hadrian with him to visit Macalania Temple. On the way through the Temple's woods the duo, plus their guard had stopped at the lake to rest. As they were enjoying the beauty created from the sunlight glittering through the crystal forest, Hadrian had heard a small noise.

Flashback

As Hadrian examined some of the crystal trees, he could hear a sniffling sound coming from the forest. Quickly checking to make sure his guards weren't looking, the young boy rushed towards the sound. What he found surprised him. Curled up near one of the beautiful trees was a small boy that couldn't have been much older than himself with straight, dull silver hair and wearing black clothing.

Feeling slightly nervous, Hadrian cautiously approached the boy, "He...hey, are you alright?" he questioned.

The boy looked up startled at the sudden noise, "Who are you?! Stay away!" He shouted.

Hadrian took a step back, surprised at the sudden hostility, "Hey now, I just want to help. My name is Hadrian Guado and yours?"

The silver haired child looked at him suspiciously for a second before responding, "Kadaj."

Hadrian smiled, "What are you doing out here on your own Kadaj?"

The now named child looked towards the ground, fresh tears beginning to fall from his eyes, "M..my mother left me out here, she said that I was 'too much of a burden' and that she was sorry... what did she mean, when will she come back?"

Hadrian watched the child cry on the ground, "Humans can be such cruel creatures." he muttered before kneeling down next to the boy and patting his back, being careful not to jab him with his clawed fingers.

"Don't worry you will be alright, you can come live with me and big brother Seymour."

Kadaj stared up at Hadrian in shock, "R...really?"

The young hybrid smiled as he pulled Kadaj up, "Of course, what kind of summoner would I be if I didn't help out crying children?"

Kadaj glowered for a moment, "Hey you can't call me a child, your smaller than me!"

Hadrian smiled as he lead his new friend back to his brother.

End Flashback

Smiling at the memory, Hadrian quickly donned his summoner clothes, which consisted of a short open dark blue vest that came down to his abdomen, two matching sleeves billowing over midway down his hands and connected by belts to his vest while leaving his shoulder's exposed. Over his legs he had a loose pair of black flowing pants, circled at his waist by a purple sash. To finish up his appearance, Hadrian put on the metal gauntlets that help protect his fingers when fighting. With one last glance in the mirror, the Teenager quickly left his room with his friend. As he entered the dining hall, he was excited to see his elder brother already at the table.

The older Guado raised an eyebrow at his sibling's arrival, "So, the stray is still following you around hmm? At least he manages to get you up in the morning, can't have you missing the big day today can we."

Seymour had at first been wary of bringing the unknown child into his household, but he had never been one to deny his little brother. The orphan had made himself surprisingly useful to the Guado household. His main duties had been to assist the aging Tromell as a servant to the family.

Of course, his father hadn't been happy when he returned home with a human child but the young Kadaj quickly proved himself an asset, though that didn't mean that he was treated any better by the politically obsessed Guado leader.

'Of course the old relic's opinions don't really matter anymore.' Seymour thought to himself.

Kadaj quickly bowed to the elder Guado, "Your Grace, it is a pleasure to see you again this morning, do you need anything?"

Seymour seemed to be amused at the young human's eagerness, "No Kadaj just relax after all, you will need all the energy you can spare if you are to be the sole guardian for my cute little brother, until his pilgrimage takes him to Luca at least."

Hadrian tilted his head in confusion, "Who is joining us in Luca?"

"Oh a promising Guado who plays blitz for the Glories, I will introduce the three of you after the big tournament, so be sure to be rooting for your new guardian, alright?"

Kadaj looked slightly put out but quickly covered it up, "I shall prepare for our departure Lord Hadrian, please eat up."

As Kadaj left, Seymour looked towards his sibling, "Are you sure you wish to walk the path of the Summoner, little one? It's not too late to back out."

Hadrian nodded his head determinedly, "I want to make sure I do all I can for the people of Spira, I may not plan to use the Final Aeon, but the pilgrimage allows me to interact with the people, experience their hardships and struggles. It will help me grow as a person and... should the need arise... become a better leader. Just like my big brother."

Seymour smiled, absentmindedly nodding his head, "So long as you are certain this is what you want, just be careful out there. Now run along, your loyal stray should be just about ready for you."

Hadrian smiled as he dashed out of the room, more than ready to start on his pilgrimage.

Besaid Island

3 months later

Besaid Island, many a Summoner have started their Pilgrimage at this location. It was here that Hadrian stepped off the small passenger ship, escorted by his Guardian. Before leaving Kadaj had donned a long black coat and not had his Souba on display across his lower back.

The duo soon made their way from the dock and onto the path towards Besaid Village. Along the way they were accosted by a myriad of fiends. Hadrian made quick use of his Black Magic to dispatch the pests. Finally they were ambushed by a Garuda and a trio of Dingos.

"Think you can handle this Kadaj?" Hadrian asked playfully.

Kadaj smirked slightly as he nodded towards his Summoner and unsheathed his blade. However, before he could make a move, the fight was interrupted by a loud yelling.

"Hey! Don't worry we can help ya!" Shouted a man with orange spiky hair and wearing an Aurochs uniform. Trailing behind him was a woman with braided dark hair and flowing black robes, a spiky blonde haired teen with odd clothes, a large Ronso with a broken horn, and a young girl in ornate white robes.

Hadrian sighed before giving a quick nod towards his Guardian and moving to intercept the 'help'. As the party approached Hadrian held out a clawed hand motioning for them to stop, "Please do not interfere, you would merely get in my Guardian's way."

The girl still looked concerned, "But, the Garuda is tough enough on it's own, let alone with additional fiends, surely you don't want him to get hurt."

Hadrian smiled, "Just watch."

And with that he stepped back to watch his Guardian fight, making sure to keep an eye on the interlopers.

Back with Kadaj, the silver haired youth closed his eyes before releasing a wave of energy from his body. As the wave expanded it engulfed the pack of Dingos and quickly receded back into his body. To the surprise of the interlopers, the Dingos stiffened momentarily before turning towards the Garuda and attacking.

Kadaj opened his eyes revealing glowing green slits and crouched down, his Souba held in reverse behind his back, waiting for an opportunity to strike. The Dingos were doing an excellent job distracting the Garuda with fast, unpredictable attacks. Finally all three of them jumped at it, the first two landing on each of it's wings, however the last got caught between it's jaws and suffered a quick death. Seeing the opportunity, Kadaj sped forward and slashed at the immobilized Garuda's neck.

With the two Dingos keeping the Garuda from flying off, Kadaj's slice was clean and took off the fiend's neck. Now all he had to do was deal with the remaining fiends that he was controlling. Just as he was about to attack them, he hesitated, 'should I really kill them? The pack worked together to kill the flying one, surely we should...'

Before Kadaj's thoughts could continue further they were broken by the two fiends briefly turning to ice and then shattering apart into bursts of pyreflies. Looking over towards his Summoner, Kadaj could see a small frown of disapproval on his face.

"It happened again didn't it Kadaj." He questioned, at the Guardian's embarrassed nod, Hadrian continued, "You need to work more on turning off that sympathy from the link."

Kadaj nodded silently again as he moved to stand nearer to Hadrian, quickly noticing the group of interlopers still standing around.

"Hey Brudda, what was that you did there? I aint neva' seen anything like that before." The Auroch questioned.

After a quick glance to his Summoner for approval, Kadaj gave a short answer, "It was Fiend Taming, it makes a connection between the beast and the tamer, though it does come with some disadvantages."

Remembering what the Guado-like teen had said upon their arrival, the girl quickly spoke up, "You said that he was your Guardian right? Does that mean that your a Summoner too?"

Hadrian smiled, "Indeed how rude of me, Summoner Hadrian Guado, at your service. Beside me is my faithful Guardian Kadaj."

The girl quickly introduced herself and her party as Yuna, Tidus, Wakka, Lulu, and Kimahri Ronso. After exchanging pleasantries the two groups parted ways. One to the dock and the other to the Temple.

The remainder of their trip was rather quiet. After introducing themselves to the local high priest they swiftly made their way through the trials. While not strictly difficult, the trials did prove to be tedious but, the duo soon made their way to the Faith's chamber.

Hadrian briefly looked back towards his guardian as he entered the room, "Wish me luck."

As soon as he entered the room, braziers lining the walls lit up with red flame. Sitting down before the now illuminated Faith, Hadrian began to pray that it would grant him the privilege to use it's Aeon.

His mind was soon assaulted with the voice of Besaid's Faith, 'Prophecy child, he who was brought to us by chance. Twice-done sacrifice of a mother, power unknown to time, and a wish to bring it together. You who would be an unknown within the dream, why should I grant you my power?'

"I seek the power of Besaid, to help me heal Spira of it's wounds." Hadrian replied.

'Very well.'

Suddenly energy exploded into Hadrian's body, the incantation to summon the mighty beast, searing itself into his mind. Limping his way out of the Faith's chambers, Hadrian met up with Kadaj and the pair left the temple.

Taking a day to rest up, the duo soon found themselves on another boat. This time they were bound for Kilika. Besaid, while a lovely place, simply didn't have much in the way for them to do, beyond some practice for Kadaj's taming.

Seas of Kilika

Hadrian currently found himself leaning on the railing, having just gotten through an interesting conversation with a merchant named O'aka, and enjoying the sun rise when he found himself joined by Kadaj.

"So who do you think your brother has gotten to baby sit ya?" The black clad teen asked.

Hadrian smirked softly, "Hmm, I don't know much about the Glories so it could really be any of them I suppose."

Kadaj nodded and began to say something until he spotted some debris floating along the water, "Odd, think it was a fiend attack?"

The hybrid frowned, "The fiends tend to stay away from the transport lanes... but it could be a Sinspawn."

As their ship approached Kilika port, they saw that Hadrian's guess was correct. Sin had demolished the port. The two quickly departed from their ship and went to help with the repairs and to perform a sending for the departed. However as Hadrian prepared he arrived in the center of the destruction, just in time to see Yuna finishing her sending.

Giving the slightly younger, in his opinion, summoner a small smile the Guado hybrid approached, "A beautiful sending, Lady Yuna."

Yuna jumped in surprise as she turned towards the young man who addressed her, "Lord Hadrian, it is good to see you again... though I wish the circumstances were better. It is so sad that so many people died because of Sin."

"Indeed, Kadaj and I are about to head up to the Temple, would you care to join us?"

Yuna seemed conflicted for a moment before shaking her head softly, "There is still too much for us to do here, though if you would care to, we could meet up at the temple and then make for Luca together."

Hadrian smiled, "That should be no problem, I shall leave these people in your tender hands Lady Yuna."

After helping where they could, Hadrian and Kadaj soon made their way along the path to Kilika Temple. As they rounded the bend of another bunch of trees they were met with the yell of a stranger with small red hair and in a Crusader uniform.

"Beware travelers Lord Ochu sleeps here." The Crusader stated.

Looking past the red head, Hadrian could just see the sleeping form of a giant plant-like fiend, "Ah, your warning is appreciated Crusader."

Kadaj quirked an eyebrow at his Summoner, "You sure you just want to leave this thing hanging around?"

Hadrian nodded his head, "My fire spells aren't strong enough yet and your taming wouldn't keep that beast distracted long enough for us to kill."

"What about your Aeons?" Kadaj shot back.

"I'd rather not tire myself out unnecessarily prior facing the trials of a Faith."

Kadaj nodded, accepting the explanation, as the duo stealthily made their way around the large fiend.

Once past the fiend, it didn't take them long to reach the temple. Upon entering they quickly made their way down into the trials. Once again, after passing through the trials, Kadaj waited just outside of the room to the Faith.

It was while he was waiting on Hadrian that he was met by two newcomers. As they approached from the trials, Kadaj moved to block the Faith's room, "I'm sorry, but my summoner is currently communing with the Faith, I cannot allow him to be disturbed."

"Oh for the love of... wait... Kadaj, is that you?" one of the figures, a dark skinned female in a revealing form of summoner's robes, "Darling it has been much to long, I can't wait to see that handsome master of yours again. Surely you remember Barthello."

Kadaj pinched the bridge of his nose as he finally remembered who these two were. They had met on one of Hadrian's journey's with Maester Seymour. From the moment the Dona, the dark skinned summoner, had laid eyes on Hadrian she had decided that he would be hers. Ignoring, of course his complete lack of interest. Matters weren't helped by her guardian, a sturdy man by the name of Barthello, who had his own infatuation with his summoner.

"Yes, yes hello to the both of you. Hadrian will hopefully be done soon and then we will take our leave."

As if summoned by the sentiment, the doors soon slid open, revealing a tired looking Hadrian. Kadaj quickly walked over and began to escort his summoner out of the room before Dona could get a word in.

Soon they were met by Yuna's party and after a rather childish attempt on Dona's part to get Yuna in trouble by throwing her 'not guardian' into the trials, the larger group began to make plans for their trip to Luca.

The plan was that they would all take the same boat, Hadrian had made sure to pack more than enough gil for tickets for everyone, and stick together for the duration of the tournament. It was here that the duo learned of Wakka and Tidus's participation in the tournament and, after some friendly ribbing, they wished the two luck.

Just as they had finished stocking up for the journey, meaning learning some of Kilika's brand of the fire spell and gaining provisions, they all heard a scream coming from outside of the temple.


a/n Alright so first off, I am still working on my other stories. Secondly, yes I have toyed with a couple of character's personalities slightly (some more than others). This story will go through the adventures of FFX possibly X-2 and eventually we'll find ourselves back in the HP-verse (hows and whys will be explained then). Beyond that I have toyed with how some things work as well as giving Kadaj a new skill set (largely inspired by the Tamer Dressphere). Kadaj will be the only character outside of X and X-2 to be brought into Spira proper.

As for pairings, I am still undecided.

Hope you all enjoy!