Naofumi didn't know what to make of the Bow Hero. When they were summoned he had just seen another blonde haired pretty boy, though one with an odd fashion chose. The man wore a blue shirt with a design around the collar, black hood, two belts that held a satchel, and tan pants. The man or teen, he did look young, had not said anything and once they arrived in the throne room they found out why. He couldn't speak.
The Bow Hero had gestured to his throat before shaking his head then started trying to use sign language. Everyone had looked confused as he then was about to go for his pouch. "He says his name is Link, did I get that right?" Naofumi said causing the now named Link to stop and get a smile. So Naofumi had then became his translator for whenever Link wanted to say something, which was rare.
Link would tap on his shoulder to sign something to him which he would relay to the others. That night when he and the other heros had discussed the worlds they came from. Yes worlds, turns out each one of them came from different versions of Japan. Or that was what he thought until Link tapped him on the shoulder and started talking. Naofumi felt his jaw drop as he started putting together what he learned. Not only had Link not come from Japan but he came from a country that he had never even heard of before.
"So where did he come from?" Ren asked looking confused.
"Hyrule if I'm getting it right." Getting a smile and a nod must have meant he said it right. Waiting a bit Naofumi nodded again, "Seems that while he hasn't played any games similar he has read a book which was similar. Guess we are similar in a way."
After that things took a turn for the worse. The other heros, minus Link, told him that shields were terrible weapons. Link looked like he was trying to say something but the others wouldn't let him say anything. So with a heavy heart he went out to the balcony before resolving his will. As they were settling down they were then called down to dine with the guards. After eating they headed off to bed ready for tomorrow.
Link looked around the throne room as his mind went into overdrive. Could he work with partners, especially those he had never met before? Maybe he could put them through some sort of test? "Heroes it is time for you to meet those who will journey with you and help save the world!" The king said gathering everyone's attention as the doors slowly opened twelve different people walked in. "Now adventures choose which Hero you wish to serve!" Huh, that was interesting, allowing the adventures to choose who they served. Link watched in interest as most went to Ren and Motoyasu while he only got three, with a fourth seeming to debate whether to join or not. Link looked around and saw not a single one even looking to join Naofumi.
Link tried to get people's attention but nothing seemed to work. Thankfully Naofumi stepped in to point out what was going on. Links motioned to ask if any of his group would join Naofumi but like most of the people they didn't seem to understand him. "I shall accompany the Shield Hero!" A women with red hair yelled. Link looked at her as she talked to Naofumi but something felt off, like a Yiga clan member impersonating someone.
The King then sent them on their way so Link decided what to do with his party. "So Bow Hero what shall we do first." Link turned to look at a man wearing heavy armor. Link tried using sign language to talk to him but the man just stared at him. "Well are you going to say anything?" Link motioned to his throat again while shaking his head, were they not informed about his condition? That seemed careless, but then how did they know about Naofumi not playing 'video games'?
"Is something wrong with him?" Another party member mumbled to the armour man.
"Why are they waving their hands around?"
Giving a sigh Link marched towards the door with a frustrated expression, he would definitely get rid of that person. So with that in mind Link ducked into an alleyway he grabbed his Sheikah Slate and turned his clothes into his stealth gear. Slinking into the shadows Link watched the party members rush past him.
"Damn it where did he go!" Armor shouted in frustration. "Spread out we need to find him!" Link turned and started climbing the wall next to him. It seemed he will need to stay hidden for a while. "Dammit I need to control the Bow for the betterment of the country." Now that sounded interesting and the beginning of a quest.
So while sticking to the tops of roofs Link observed the passersby down bellow till he spotted what he was looking for. Going to the back ally Link once again brought out his Slate and swapped to his Hylian Armor set and made sure his hood was up. As he walked up to the door he saw Naofumi step out with his party member. Naofumi was dressed in some sort of black chainmail shirt.
Link was about to attempt to get his attention when the red haired plastic women came out dressed in fancy armor. He called her plastic due to how she acted, it rang so hollow. So as he watched them go Link entered the store to find the blacksmith standing behind the counter. "Oh hello stranger how can I help you?" Looking around Link saw rows of weapons and was suddenly very happy to have gone through the trouble of collecting all those Korok seeds.
First though he needed a way to communicate with the shop dealer so looking around Link grabbed a quiver of arrows and set them down on the counter. Seeing the look he was getting Link gestured to his throat and once again shaking his head. "Ah ya mute aren't you?" Finally someone seemed to get it! "Here write on this." Huh, that might work… why had no one thought of this?
Taking the quill offered Link started writing down before passing it back with a hopeful smile. The man looked at it for a few seconds before sighing, crumpling up the paper, tossing it over his shoulder, then looking back at Link. "So not only mute but a foreigner?" Link hung his head, this was not going well. "Hey don't look down I'm sure we can work something out." The man tried to comfort. The two did start to work something out and Link was able to buy some more arrows, he wasn't worried about other weapons or armor seeing as he was well stocked up on both. The arrows were manly bought so he could test the differences in Hylian, magic, and this worlds arrows.
Yes as it turned out his bow could produce arrows of its own, something he discovered from the 'help' menu the others had mentioned in passing. It had been very informative and reminded Link of a book he had read in passing. The book talked about a legendary bow hero who had traveled in secret to right wrongs and help people. Honestly Link didn't like the main character and his twisted version of 'justice'. So as he headed out Link once again stuck to the shadows after turning back into his Sheikah outfit. But it wasn't long till he encountered his first obstacle, the gateway out was guarded by one of the people trying to join his 'party'. Looks like he would have to find a different way around.
Slinking back Link followed the wall until he noticed a water way exiting the town, jackpot. Following the creek Link saw an entrance into the creek and with no hesitation dove below the surface. Following the creek while in his Zora armor Link only poked his head up to see where he was sense the creek was becoming shallow. Stopping Link looked around confused, where the hell was he? He appeared to be somewhere near a forest, maybe he shouldn't have worn the full Zora outfit.
Stepping out of the creek Link ounce again brought out his slate to change back into his regular clothes. Walking forward Link got out one of the Royal Swords and Shields only to receive a shock from them. Looking at the notification Link felt a frown grow on his face. He couldn't use anything except for bows... Well, it was still useable.
Deciding to test how usable his new bow was Link first notched a regular arrow and drew back the string. Going thru the motions Link shot the arrow out and watched it fall short of his target. Giving a nod Link drew out his Royal Guard bow and notched an arrow in it. Pulling back Link noticed that it was harder than usual. Link almost got halfway before stopping as another menu appeared. "Strength is insufficient to use this weapon." The menu declared causing Link to twitch in annoyance. Two days ago he could use this weapon without any complications but now he couldn't even draw it back to half.
Well he would have to use weaker weapons for now, so with that thought he put back to the bag and drew out his Wooden Bow and drew out another arrow. With a breath Link once again launched the arrow only to have it hit some sort of red Chuchu like blob enemies. Link watched as the arrow dug into it a ways before falling down as part of the thing's health was hit down.
The red blob turned towards him before charging forward. Seeing it coming closer Link quickly loaded another arrow before letting it quickly fly. The arrow hit doing more damage but not enough. So loading another arrow Link doged out of the way while time seemed to slow down for him. Using the time Link launched the arrow while loading another during his landing. The blob's health was already low but Link refused to lower his guard in case it tried to pull something. With that in mind Link took quick aim and fired what he hoped would be the last shot.
The arrow flew straight and hit the blob dead on causing it to pop. Slowly walking forward all Link found was scared remains of red skin, monster remains. Collecting the remains Link brought them towards the Bow and fed them into the jem at the center. Link watched as the tree lights up while a Balloon tree lite up but was inaccessible but he did have the wooden bow. Confused by this Link looked toward the help menu. It seemed that he needed to unlock certain bows before he could use the Red Balloon Bow as for the Wooden Bow… turns out there was a thing called Weapon Copy that would let him copy any Bow he held. So with both those in mind Link walked forward to gather monster parts and regather the arrows he shot, what he wasn't wasting perfectly good arrows.
AN: Well I made a thing just to post. I probably will continue this in between all my other stories. As for the mute Link I think it would be interesting with only having a character that is understood by a select few. Second is the Bow, now for that it opens up some interesting options where as the Sword or Shield are way to routine for Link plus it leaves Naofumi and Ren while taking away the justice nut.