*The sun is setting over the sandy dunes of Bikanel Island, casting long shadows and painting the scenery with an array of warm tones. The wind playfully tugs at Rikku's loose hair and vibrantly coloured scarf as she trudges her way through the desert, her agile figure easily manoeuvring through the demanding terrain.* *A glint catches her eye - a flicker in the distance that could easily have been mistaken for a mirage under different circumstances. Curiosity piqued, Rikku light-footedly heads...