Elim's weapon, now a morning star, did considerable damage to the red ice, even cracking it in places. In fact it was near a point of shattering which, theoretically, would destroy the giant. Unfortunately, the Gravity Spell wore off before a final blow could be struck, then giant reformed itself and was ready for a third round. This time, though, getting the red ice to appear wouldn't be so easy, as Simo would find his magical stamina to be at its limit, meaning another Gravity spell just wouldn't be possible until he was able to rest, which the giant had no intention giving to the two. Unfortunately, this meant another strategy would be needed to end this fight once and for all.

That opportunity seemed to present itself when the doors to the ice palace flew open, with Elsa running outside fleeing from something. She stopped briefly when she found the bridge to be out, but a single gesture caused the ice to grow back somewhat, giving her a means to descend down to where the giant stood ready to attack. Just as the monster had raised a hand to strike again, it was suddenly halted, "Stop!" Elsa cried, the giant turning to look at its creator in obedience, "They're not intruders, so stand down-" she blinked in surprise, seeing a pool of darkness forming at the creature's feet and slowly overtaking it. Elsa could even feel the control she had over it slowly slip away, "No!" she exclaimed, now thrusting her palms forward. Instead of commanding the creature, she used her power to forcibly tear away at the snow of its body until the red ice was in view, "You must finish it before I lose control! Hurry!"

Meanwhile, as Serene neared the trees, she would hear voice calling, "Psst! Quick, over here!" it was Ana, who was in hiding along with Kristoff and Sven, "So? Is it over now?" asked the Princess, apparently assuming that Serene coming to find her meant that the battle was over.

[b]Moments Earlier[/b]

The Pirate Heartless lunged forward, flying right at Jared in a frontal charge. Jared held up the Keyblade defensively, managing to catch the Heartless's attack and redirect it elsewhere. The thing's back was briefly turned toward him, and Jared was quick to take the opportunity to strike at it's back. He also noticed the door was no longer blocked off, "Quick! Go join the others!" he told Elsa, who hesitated, "Just go! I'll catch up as soon I finish here!" Elsa then made for the door. The Pirate Heartless moved to stop her, but Jared was able to put himself between them and force it continue fighting him while she made her escape.

"What's wrong? Scared to fight me so you go after the girl?" taunted Jared before he lunged forward to continue their fight, which had now become a duel between himself and the Pirate Heartless.