A phenomenon called the Snow Sea engulfed the surface world, and only a handful of people now reside high above the Snow Sea. When Kaina, one of the members of the last remaining village, goes on a hunt, he finds something entirely unexpected...

In order to safely return Ririha to her nation, Kaina goes with her to assist their climb down the spire tree, knowing he will not be able to return to his village again. Their travel goes smoothly, but the Valghians were waiting for Ririha at the base.