As the Scions listened in horror, Emet Selch, Elidibus, and Fandaniel revealed their true intentions. "We seek to restore the world to its former glory," Emet Selch said, "by initiating the Rejoining."

Urianger scoffed. "You would throw the world into chaos, and for what? Your own selfish desires?"

Emet Selch merely smiled. "We have seen the true nature of the world, its beauty and power. And we have come to realize that it can be so much more than what it is now."

The Warrior of Light stepped forward. "You would destroy everything we have fought so hard to protect. We will not let you."

Emet Selch chuckled. "You are too late. Zodiark has been summoned, and nothing can stop the Rejoining now."

Suddenly, Venat appeared before them. "I too am an Ascian," she said. "But I do not share their views. I offer you my help."

Y'shtola narrowed her eyes. "Why should we trust you?"

Venat sighed. "Because I have come to understand the value of life, and the importance of balance. I do not seek destruction, only harmony."

Emet Selch and Fandaniel summoned Zodiark, and Venat summoned Hydaelyn, who now has the avatar of Nanamo Ul Namo. Nanamo Ul Namo, now supercharged by the power of the crystal, fought with Zodiark in the skies above Azys Lla.

Meanwhile, Hraesvelgr and Nidhogg suddenly appeared before the Warrior of Light and Estinien. "Ride on our backs," Hraesvelgr said. "We will help you defeat Zodiark."

Estinien and the Warrior of Light mounted the dragons and took to the sky. They joined Nanamo in her fight against Zodiark, while the rest of the Scions battled the remaining Ascians on the ground.

The battle was long and grueling, but finally, Nanamo, the Warrior of Light, and Estinien managed to strike the final blow to Zodiark, shattering the ancient being and halting the Rejoining.

However, as they looked on in triumph, Emet Selch and the remaining Ascians vanished without a trace. The Scions were left with a feeling of unease. The Ascians may be gone for now, but their threat still loomed over the world.

END!