Last Stand
Author's note: Hello everyone! I know this seems like an odd crossover to do, but I figured if Commander Shepard can use melee weapons like he does in Mass Effect 3: Fall of Earth trailer, why not we have a master swordsman like Link take part in the series as well! This story, however, is only going to be the prologue to the main storyline. I figured that you guys would want to know what happens to Hyrule (and therefore to Link) first. This is my first fanfic, so be gentle with the criticism.
Update: As I was working on chapter 3 earlier today, an idea came to me. As a result, I made some minor changes to the content in both chapters.
I do not own Mass Effect or Legend of Zelda.
Chapter 1: The Ominous Letter
"HEEEYYYYYY LINK!"
A blonde youth jumped up out of his bed, startled by the shout. After noticing no apparent threat, he rubbed the sleep out of his eyes and slowly turned to look out a window. Looking down, he saw a tall, robust man with short brown hair stare up at him. The man was Fado, the main rancher of Ordon Village, and the proprietor of the village's ranch. He was also the youth's boss, and by the looks of it needed help.
"The goats are being uncooperative again! You think you could come down to the ranch and help me out?" Fado asked.
Link nodded, and then turned to get ready for the day.
In his mind, Link breathed a sigh of relief. He hadn't told anyone, but lately Link had been having horrid dreams. Dreams of the kingdom consumed by fire in an instant, and everyone he knew and loved dying all around him. And in the sky above the apocalyptic landscape, a huge terrifying creature unlike anything Link has seen before descended towards him, intent on crushing him with one of its metallic appendages. All Link can ever do in the dream is watch as Hyrule falls and his own death slowly approaches him.
Link quickly shook the feelings of terror off of him, changing his focus to the day's activities. After washing up and grabbing a quick bite of bread and cheese, Link stepped out of his house and climbed down the ladder. Turning to his left, he noticed that the space where he tied up his horse was empty. He didn't worry, though; he knew exactly who had his horse and where they were.
Smiling at the knowledge, Link turned toward the village when suddenly….
"Mr. Link! WAAAIIIIIIITTTTTT!"
Link turned to see a tall, lean man in white running shorts and a white shirt running towards him, a tall red flag on his back and a small mailbag on his belt. Link acknowledged the Postman as he came to a near stop.
"Good morning, Mr. Link! I have a letter for you!"
After passing the letter to Link, the Postman quickly ran off, shouting "Onward to mail!" as he did so. Link stared at the envelope, noticing the Royal Family crest stamped on the back of it. There was no doubt this letter came from Princess Zelda, who he hadn't seen since the Twilight Incident. Looking back, it was hard to believe that six months had passed since he had saved Hyrule from not one, but two powerful tyrants, and freed an entirely different realm from slavery. It seemed like only yesterday that he was out looking for ancient artifacts that could aid him in his quest, surviving dungeons full of bloodthirsty creatures with the help of…
Midna.
Sadness swelled in Link for a moment, remembering his impish friend. True, she hadn't been the easiest to get along with at first, with her impatience and mischievous personality, but in the end she had been a valuable person to have as a companion. Link understood why she had destroyed the gateway between his realm and hers; it still didn't stop the pain of losing her.
Link quickly shook off the minor depression, focusing back on the letter in his hands. Without further hesitation, he opened the letter….and was shocked at what he read:
Link,
I know it hasn't been long since the Twilight Incident, but Hyrule needs your help once again. Recently I have been plagued by visions of a terrible storm spreading across the land, destroying everything beneath it. It can only mean one thing: dark forces are approaching, ones that intend to destroy rather than control. I am already taking steps, but Hyrule is still vulnerable from the Twilight invasion. We'll need your help to insure the survival of the kingdom. Meet me at the castle gates as soon as you are ready. May the Goddesses watch over you on your journey.
Sincerely,
Zelda
Link was stunned for a few moments. The princess had been receiving ominous dreams as well! All centered on an unstoppable force tearing the land apart! It was too much a coincidence to simply ignore. He shuddered at the images of his loved ones' deaths, even more so now that he knew it could be a possib…NO! Now was not the time for such thinking! Something was coming, and he needed to prepare!
He ran back to his house, and once inside headed straight for the basement, where he kept his most precious items. After lighting the torches, he opened up the largest chest in the room, which contained his bow and quiver, a bomb bag, an empty scabbard, and a unique storage container (which held practically everything else despite its small size). At the very bottom was a green tunic with chainmail underneath, and two brown leather gauntlets. He hesitated for a moment, remembering everything that happened while wearing the tunic, and then took it out of the chest.
Once everything was on, he grabbed himself some bread and cheese for the trip, and headed out the door. He had almost everything; all that's left was the Master Sword and…his horse. Link sighed, knowing he was going to have to tell her the bad news. He knew she wouldn't like it at all, but he had to go. He just hoped that she would understand
Sighing once more, Link headed for the fountain of Ordon.
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Out amongst the bright stars, several dark figures approached a green and blue planet. They were gigantic in size, and had the appearance of a metallic squid; each differed slightly in the position and length of their jointed tentacles. They slowly spread out around the planet, aligning themselves according to the locations of intelligent life they had analyzed from acquired creatures sought for one thing on the planet.
The extermination of organic civilization.
They were foolish to think they could stray from the path to perfection,one of the figures thought. One cannot ascend their species through little technological progression and dependence on forbidden arts such as this "magic" as the organics call it. It is only through us that perfection can be achieved.
Once the creatures were in place, they stood still, awaiting a silent command.
There is only one purpose for those who stray from the path. One by one, the creatures descended slowly towards the planet. To be purged.
So says Inquisition.
AN: That's the end of chapter 1. Please review if you want me to continue.
P.S: if you guys know a good name for a Reaper, please put it in your review.