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A Suitor for Ashe

2008-08-15T00:31:04-08:00

Author: Crysty
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 8, Words: 22,833, Reviews: 26 Updated: 8-15-08, Published: 6-4-08
Status: In-Progress

Five years after "the end" in an ending where Balthier and Fran do NOT send word of their survival, Ashe is forced onto the marriage market. Larsa Solidor is coerced into presenting himself and brings with him a mysterious judge magistrate. Balthier/Ashe

Birthday Blues

2008-03-27T20:45:31-08:00

Author: ice princess deluxe
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Friendship/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,312, Reviews: 4 Updated: 3-27-08, Published: 3-27-08
Status: Complete

Ashe was determined to spend her twentieth birthday silently brooding.

The Knight & Queen

2008-04-18T14:58:01-08:00

Author: Baschashe
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Chapters: 5, Words: 4,444, Reviews: 26 Updated: 4-18-08, Published: 3-24-08
Status: In-Progress

A series of drabbles inspired by music for Basch and Ashe. Chapter Five: They would never meet again.

Through the Night

2008-03-23T19:08:09-08:00

Author: Riny Beoulve
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: General/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,317, Reviews: 4 Updated: 3-23-08, Published: 3-23-08
Status: Complete

On the return trip from Mt. Bur Omisace, Ashe thinks too much during watch. Luckily for her, Balthier can be a pillar of comfort, even if she'd never think of it. BaltherxAshe

Our Love to Admire

2008-04-08T23:51:15-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 5, Words: 7,378, Reviews: 12 Updated: 4-8-08, Published: 3-23-08
Status: In-Progress

A series of Balthier/Ashe stories inspired by songs from the band Interpol. Newest story - Admissions: Balthier and Ashe spend a night together and make fools of themselves.

Five Things Balthier Wanted to do but Didn't

2008-03-22T20:08:25-08:00

Author: ice princess deluxe
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: General/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,533, Reviews: 2 Updated: 3-22-08, Published: 3-22-08
Status: Complete

There were some things that Balthier wanted to do but were either unable to do so or never got the opportunity.

Of Pirates and Princesses: 30 romances

2008-03-08T13:39:01-08:00

Author: ice princess deluxe
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/General
Chapters: 30, Words: 22,704, Reviews: 18 Updated: 3-8-08, Published: 3-8-08
Status: Complete

Collection of short Balthier/Ashe one-shots for the LJ community 30 romances.

My Question First

2008-02-19T21:31:03-08:00

Author: Riny Beoulve
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 5, Words: 8,940, Reviews: 17 Updated: 2-19-08, Published: 2-3-08
Status: Complete

AshexBalthier and lots and lots of fluff. Was supposed to be a one shot, but became a monster that insisted on a couple of chapters :-D

Patterns In the Sky

2008-02-14T18:10:58-08:00

Author: Asphalt Angel
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K
Genres: General
Chapters: 1, Words: 385, Reviews: 3 Updated: 2-14-08, Published: 2-14-08
Status: Complete

It had been his choice, hadn't it, to throw his lot in with hers? Balthier and Ashe.

Like Father Like Son

2008-02-18T06:34:41-08:00

Author: Roux Roux
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Humor/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,266, Reviews: 6 Updated: 2-18-08, Published: 2-18-08
Status: In-Progress

Characters/Pairings: Balthier & Ashe, No spoilers, Disclaimer: FFXII is the property of Square Enix. Series of short stories about Balthier's naughty son. Summaries in chapters.

Cracking the Leading Man's Act

2008-01-07T00:34:13-08:00

Author: Cable Fraga
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Romance/Hurt/Comfort
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,545, Reviews: 4 Updated: 1-7-08, Published: 1-7-08
Status: Complete

BalthierAshe “So, you think you can show up in my personal quarters. Oh, excuse me, my own bed, after being gone more than a year... and I would just jump back into your arms after you said, 'I miss you'”

The Second Greatest

2008-01-14T15:46:31-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,357, Reviews: 4 Updated: 1-14-08, Published: 1-14-08
Status: Complete

Fran has followed, as she has these past ten months since they have been dead. Companion piece/sequel to Two Funerals. BalthierAshe. Postgame.

Two Funerals

2008-01-13T18:07:47-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,516, Reviews: 9 Updated: 1-13-08, Published: 1-13-08
Status: Complete

She isn’t sure why she has agreed to come in the first place – no bodies were ever found, and so Dalmasca did not hold funerals. The slightest chance still exists, she reminds herself. But in Archadia, they are dead. BalthierAshe. One month post Bahamut.

Adults Only

2008-01-26T13:40:23-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 6,897, Reviews: 12 Updated: 1-26-08, Published: 1-26-08
Status: Complete

She watched Balthier down the remainder of his cup’s contents, and he tossed it aside. “The trick to the steps is this,” he said quickly, pulling her to him suddenly. “There are no steps.” BalthierAshe. BaschPenelo.

The Cerobi Queen

2008-01-21T16:45:45-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,161, Reviews: 10 Updated: 1-21-08, Published: 1-21-08
Status: Complete

She tried her best not to throw her knife across the table at the man as he took his own seat. The Duke of Thracia made Al-Cid Margrace look like a eunuch. BalthierAshe. Postgame.

Basic Education

2008-01-21T17:09:52-08:00

Author: everdissever
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 2, Words: 4,712, Reviews: 10 Updated: 1-21-08, Published: 1-14-08
Status: In-Progress

Ongoing. Balthier/Ashe. There are certain things every princess in exile should know. Ashelia B'nargin Dalmasca is about to learn them.

The Definition of Half

2008-01-10T14:41:10-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,298, Reviews: 5 Updated: 1-10-08, Published: 1-10-08
Status: Complete

Balthier feigned a pain in his lower back, and Ashe scowled at him. “I’m so very sorry your thieving was inconvenienced,” she spat. “I should never have told you.” Balthier/Ashe. Postgame.

Accident Prone

2007-12-30T15:34:54-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,709, Reviews: 9 Updated: 12-30-07, Published: 12-30-07
Status: Complete

Ashe had to admit that Balthier had a small point. As soon as the sun rose in the sky each day on their journey, it appeared that the heavens gave Balthier the curse of Ashelia. She seemed to be a bad luck charm for the sky pirate. BalthierAshe. Fluff.

Blind Pigs

2008-07-14T12:53:15-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 13, Words: 53,758, Reviews: 54 Updated: 7-14-08, Published: 9-24-07
Status: In-Progress

An AU retelling of FFXII set during the Great Depression. The New York based Archadia Industries has taken over the Chicago company R.A. Banastre, Inc. It's up to a deposed heiress, street rats, and bootleggers to save the day. Eventual BalthierAshe.

For the Girl Who Once Wore Black

2007-12-13T13:58:31-08:00

Author: Wei Jiangling
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: General/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,247, Reviews: 8 Updated: 12-13-07, Published: 12-13-07
Status: Complete

The past, the present, the things that change, and the things that stay the same. AsheBasch, somewhat Reward for whoever can tell me the hidden significance behind the title!

Masquerade

2007-12-13T10:30:34-08:00

Author: MalaConaKierKiar
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,682, Reviews: 5 Updated: 12-13-07, Published: 12-13-07
Status: Complete

Ashe throws a royal ball to forget her woes, but she just can't seem to get him out of her head....oneshot, BalthierXAshe

Debut

2007-12-08T21:14:28-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,826, Reviews: 12 Updated: 12-8-07, Published: 12-8-07
Status: Complete

Today was a momentous occasion in Rabanastre – it would be Balthier’s debut at court by her side. Postgame. BalthierAshe.

Crown and Shield

2007-12-07T12:06:37-08:00

Author: Diorelli
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,818, Reviews: 10 Updated: 12-7-07, Published: 12-7-07
Status: Complete

AshexBasch Their past, present and future. 50 sentences. Comments, suggestions, reviews are extremely welcome.

The Star of the Ambervale

2007-12-06T20:45:35-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 5,587, Reviews: 15 Updated: 12-6-07, Published: 12-6-07
Status: Complete

Balthier's not altogether fond of AlCid. When Fran volunteers him to repair the Rozarrian's ship, what's the worst that could happen? BalthierAshe with a healthy dose of Nosy, Meddlesome Fran

The Courtship of the Lady Ashe

2008-02-29T23:45:06-08:00

Author: Desert Willow
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Chapters: 4, Words: 8,954, Reviews: 34 Updated: 2-29-08, Published: 11-6-07
Status: In-Progress

With a wicked grin, Balthier turned out to the rest of the Great Hall. He watched Ashe's face turn bright red but he knew she was unable to stop him. 'This is my formal declaration to The Royal City of Rabanastre of my intent to court the Lady Ashe.'

S h a r d s

2007-11-19T11:29:23-08:00

Author: Swamp-Eyes
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Friendship/Romance
Chapters: 10, Words: 4,584, Reviews: 56 Updated: 11-19-07, Published: 9-17-07
Status: In-Progress

[InGame.Drabblish] Ashe doesn’t know if she’s more irritated by Basch’s excessive cold deference, or Balthier’s absolute lack of it [.10. Giza Plains, Wet Season] [BalthierAsheBasch]

In Ashes of Failure

2007-10-28T12:39:54-08:00

Author: landis icelilly
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 3,148, Reviews: 11 Updated: 10-28-07, Published: 10-28-07
Status: Complete

He had been at a loss for words when he approached those enduring steps. He didn’t know quite what to say to the one person who had trusted him the most. The night of Lord Rasler's death. BaschxAshe [One shot]

Buena Suerte

2007-10-14T17:38:24-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 7,905, Reviews: 8 Updated: 10-14-07, Published: 10-14-07
Status: Complete

“You’re going to gamble tonight? We have important business tomorrow, and quite early at that. I would not wish to have a drunken fool pilot us to the Cataract.” BalthierAshe. Spoilers through Giruvegan.

The Calends of Decem

2007-10-02T08:12:33-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,481, Reviews: 14 Updated: 10-2-07, Published: 10-2-07
Status: Complete

At the very least, AlCid would probably not kill him. Maybe it would be a good life lesson for him to cool his heels in a prison for a year. Or twenty. BalthierAshe. Postgame oneshot.

The Power of Written Words

2007-08-27T21:10:58-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 6,465, Reviews: 11 Updated: 8-27-07, Published: 8-27-07
Status: Complete

She ripped the note in half, marveling at the satisfaction it gave her to tear his words apart, just like the loss of him had torn her in two all these months. Postgame. BalthierAshe.

Making Up For Lost Time

2007-05-06T10:57:13-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 856, Reviews: 7 Updated: 5-6-07, Published: 5-6-07
Status: Complete

She was not a child, and she could undress herself that night. BalthierAshe. Blatant ripoff of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.

In the Ashes and the Dust

2007-08-15T19:32:35-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K
Genres: Tragedy/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 982, Reviews: 4 Updated: 8-15-07, Published: 8-15-07
Status: Complete

Thirty years on the throne have taught you that exhaustion is just a part of life and this fatigue, these dark circles under your eyes…it's not just exhaustion. BalthierAshe.

Through the Sands to You

2007-08-15T19:23:53-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 8,926, Reviews: 15 Updated: 8-15-07, Published: 8-15-07
Status: Complete

Balthier serves as Ashe's personal librarian, and it turns out the Princess is an avid reader. And just why is Balthier squinting so much? BalthierAshe.

Scenes from an Airship

2007-07-28T22:23:36-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 5,587, Reviews: 5 Updated: 7-28-07, Published: 7-28-07
Status: Complete

“You and Fran are free to go.” She felt for the ring on her left hand, wondering if Balthier was wearing Rasler’s in his assortment of jewelry. “Free to find your something more valuable.” BalthierAshe.

Eavesdropper

2007-07-18T19:18:25-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 6,615, Reviews: 7 Updated: 7-18-07, Published: 7-18-07
Status: Complete

Penelo hated to eavesdrop, but it was for the good of the group, wasn’t it? If Ashe and Balthier were going to fight all the way to Archades, it wasn’t going to help their cause. BalthierAshe. Slight BalthierPenelo one sided.

Sloppy Piloting

2007-07-15T17:53:00-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,033, Reviews: 12 Updated: 7-15-07, Published: 7-15-07
Status: Complete

...But you’re a Princess. Surely when you were ill as a child you had a thousand servants to wipe your nose and make you soup. I’m just trying to do the same thing. Minus the nose wiping, naturally... BalthierAshe. Fluff.

Sandstorms

2007-06-17T17:23:23-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: General/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 4,364, Reviews: 4 Updated: 6-17-07, Published: 6-17-07
Status: Complete

A storm in the Westersand strands Balthier and Ashe temporarily. Featuring a rather stubborn princess and a sleeveless pirate. BalthierAshe.

Ashe Needs her Wings

2007-06-07T03:19:45-08:00

Author: VelvetC
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,314, Reviews: 4 Updated: 6-7-07, Published: 6-7-07
Status: Complete

Oneshot. Balthier is meant to be sneaking into the palace to see Ashe, but how does she feel when he doesn't turn up? Will he turn up at all? Ashe's emotions, her POV, full summary inside!

poetry love

2007-05-22T14:58:31-08:00

Author: The Blearing Phoenix
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,907, Reviews: 6 Updated: 5-22-07, Published: 5-22-07
Status: Complete

au balthier x ashe: the two meet at a cafe and haikus bring wandering love between them. one shot

To Catch a Thief

2007-05-28T15:56:15-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Humor/Romance
Chapters: 8, Words: 18,788, Reviews: 19 Updated: 5-28-07, Published: 5-15-07
Status: Complete

...Or What to Do About a StrahlNapping. Balthier's beloved airship is nicked right before the final battle. Will he get it back? Find out in this absolutely ridiculous story. BalthierAshe. Story complete!

The Dream In My Reality

2007-05-11T18:51:28-08:00

Author: Collarander the Unicorn
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 553, Reviews: 2 Updated: 5-11-07, Published: 5-11-07
Status: Complete

A little piece about Ashe reminiscing over a secret love. Warning for spoilers for those who haven't finished the game.

Cards

2007-05-12T09:55:42-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K+
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 4, Words: 6,437, Reviews: 9 Updated: 5-12-07, Published: 5-12-07
Status: Complete

He removed a deck of cards and began shuffling them. “Well, since we are currently stuck here, would anyone care to play?” Four stories from the Salikawood to just after Giruvegan. BalthierAshe.

I Understood Everything You Didn’t Say

2007-05-12T07:44:37-08:00

Author: Hnuie
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K
Genres: Romance/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 598, Reviews: 4 Updated: 5-12-07, Published: 5-12-07
Status: Complete

If there was anything they didn't understand, it was the feeling they felt. [AshexBasch fluff]

The City with its Towers

2007-05-04T10:47:06-08:00

Author: Mithrigil
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,423, Reviews: 12 Updated: 5-4-07, Published: 5-4-07
Status: Complete

Following the escape from the Leviathan, Ashe feels herself imprisoned again, in her Uncle's home: but Basch knows more of prison than she ever wished to learn.

Embers and Other Words

2007-07-11T21:36:46-08:00

Author: Mariagoner
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: K
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 3, Words: 2,614, Reviews: 7 Updated: 7-11-07, Published: 3-16-07
Status: In-Progress

Fantasies are meant to be consensual, not fulfilling. A series of drabbles centered around Ashe, featuring Ashe X Basch, Ashe X Vaan, Ashe and Vossler, among others.

The Illusion of Freedom

2008-05-03T13:14:16-08:00

Author: Priestess of Groove
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance/General
Pairing: Ashe & Balthier
Chapters: 31, Words: 137,006, Reviews: 98 Updated: 5-3-08, Published: 4-26-07
Status: Complete

Follows the group through the game, further detailing their hardships and delving into Balthier's past. Balthier x Ashe. Read & review please!

The Shape of Things to Come

2007-06-26T17:22:11-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Drama/Romance
Chapters: 6, Words: 24,909, Reviews: 26 Updated: 6-26-07, Published: 4-24-07
Status: In-Progress

Sequel to Mind Games. BalthierAshe. A new danger is revealed that threatens peace in Ivalice while Balthier and Ashe face roadblocks in their relationship. Chapter 6 is new.

Bought or Stolen?

2007-05-14T03:47:18-08:00

Author: CultivateYourHunger
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 6, Words: 11,878, Reviews: 47 Updated: 5-14-07, Published: 4-21-07
Status: Complete

BalthierxAshe: Series of fics centered around the theme of 'Balthier can...' set from the Pharos at Rhidora and onwards.

A Strange Journey

2008-05-11T14:48:18-08:00

Author: SecretGuardian
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Adventure/Romance
Chapters: 50, Words: 85,664, Reviews: 129 Updated: 5-11-08, Published: 4-8-07
Status: Complete

Balthier is transported to Spira after finding a treasure. In this strange new world he meets new versions of his old friends. While trying to find a way back home, he winds up helping these people save their world. FFXFFXII Crossover BalthierXAshe

The Five Senses

2007-04-20T19:33:38-08:00

Author: sapereaude13
Category: Final Fantasy XII
Language: English, Fiction Rated: T
Genres: Romance
Chapters: 5, Words: 4,842, Reviews: 20 Updated: 4-20-07, Published: 4-17-07
Status: Complete

The first time she heard his voice she disliked it. What I would like to think happened the night before Bahamut. BalthierAshe. Spoilers for the whole game.