Final Fantasy XII is a role-playing video game developed by Square Enix for the PlayStation 2. Set in the world of Ivalice, the story follows the struggles of Dalmasca, a kingdom recently annexed by the Archadian Empire. Princess Ashe leads a resistance against the empire, with the aid of Vaan, a young adventurer, and a diverse group of allies as they seek to reclaim freedom and justice.
The game takes place in the fictional land of Ivalice, where the empires of Archadia and Rozarria are waging an endless war. Dalmasca, a small kingdom, is caught between the warring nations. When Dalmasca is annexed by Archadia, its princess, Ashe, creates a resistance movement. During the struggle, she meets Vaan, a young adventurer who dreams of commanding an airship. They are quickly joined by a band of allies; together, they rally against the tyranny of the Archadian Empire.