The vast, snowy mountains have provided Aquarians a sense of peace amidst the conflict that persisted—and although this marked a somewhat temporary gash in their lives, the clan was still determined to live on...

And Aqua had hope, he still hoped for things to change...

His weary eyes scanned the entire perimeter of the snow surrounding the camps, hiding the tribe from view; he could see his people shivering, craving for warmth...

And he too was yearning for a better future; a better present.