If you think current FF leads are wimps then deal with it. Nobody wants to hear anyone complain about the unchangeable. Also please consider the people who in turn admire these "wimps" of which you speak of.

It's also been stated that Vaan isn't actually the lead. SE intended that each character have equal stands in the story. And when you think about it carefully Ashe is the central figure of FFXII and practically the leader of the party.

Can't wait for Lightning though! I've read she's like Cloud's female version.