I've seen quite a few attempts at a novelization of Twilight Princess, but so far, I haven't found a completed one. So, here goes my version of TP. It won't be word for word, I'll put my own ideas in here & there, and I may mix up the order of events a bit. Link isn't going to be the mature, agreeable character that he is in the games. He'll be different, depending on the situation. If you don't like it, don't read it. Reviews are very much appreciated!
Disclaimer: I don't own anything LoZ, but I sure wish I did! :)
The sun was low over the sky, casting a beautiful golden glow on the spirit Faron's spring. Link looked out over the water, watching the waterfall, and enjoying the peace. He liked nothing more than to relax after a hard day of work at the ranch. There was something peaceful about this hour of day.
"Tell me... do you ever feel a strange sadness as dusk falls?" Link looked over at Rusl. This man had been like a father to him his whole life, and there was no one he trusted more. Slowly, he nodded. "They say it's the only time when our world intersects with theirs... The only time we can feel the lingering regrets of spirits who have left our world."
"It sure is... chilling." Link said, looking up at the sky. The cloud were a slight shade of pink, quite the sight to behold.
"Yes, and that is why loneliness always pervades the hour of twilight..."
Link stood up, calling Epona over. He wasn't fond of the stories Rusl told him, especially the ghost stories he'd grown so fond of narrating lately. "It's getting late, we should head back to the village."
"Ah Link, I've made you nervous again haven't I?" Rusl asked, chuckling. Link glanced over at him, smiling shyly. "Come on then, lets get the firewood strapped down on Epona and be on our way." Link happily loaded Epona up, and dashed out of the spring with her reigns in his hands.
As they crossed over the bridge, Rusl stopped Link. "Link, I've got a proposition for you. The mayor has personally appointed me to travel to Hyrule to present the royal family with a special gift, made in Ordon."
"What is it?" Link asked curiously.
"A sword, hand crafted. We send a gift to the Princess every year. Since you've never been out of Ordon, I think it's time you saw the world. It'll be good for you." Link stopped walking, unable to believe what he was hearing.
"You're serious? I can go to Hyrule? Hyrule? Where Princess Zelda lives? No way!"
"Yes way," Rusl said, laughing. "I'll run it by the mayor tonight, and you can leave tomorrow." Link grinned.
"Thank you Rusl! I've wanted to travel outside of Ordon for a long time now."
"You're welcome, Link," Said Rusl, throwing an arm over Link's shoulders. "But when you come home you have to promise to tell me all about your adventure!" the two started walking again, making it back to Link's house. It was slightly elevated, with a ladder leading up to the front door, and it was about a one minute walk outside of the actual village. Link removed the firewood from Epona, giving most of it to Rusl and keeping the rest for himself. He then climbed up the ladder to his house and turned to wave goodbye.
"Thanks again!" Rusl was already on his way to Ordon village and just raised his hand as if to say "you're welcome" before disappearing around the bend in the road.
Link went inside, rummaging around for some food until he found a bottle of milk, goat cheese and bread. He slid into a chair to eat and thought about what Rusl had told him. I'm actually going to Hyrule! I'll be able to see what city life is like. Maybe I'll meet Princess Zelda.. Link shook his head. What were the chances that he'd actually meet the Princess of Hyrule? It was more than plausible that a guard would just accept his gift and bring it to the Princess instead. He wouldn't get his hopes up.
After finishing his small meal, Link climbed up to the third level of his cozy home, lying down and looking out his one window, admiring the magenta clouds.
"Hey, Link! You there, man?" Came a loud, almost obnoxious voice from outside.
"Fado, is that you?" Link yelled out his window.
"Yeah! I need help herding the goats... They ain't listening to me lately!"
"I'll be down in a minute." With an over-exaggerated eye roll, Link climbed back down and went outside. He worked for Fado on the ranch in Ordon, watching the goats during the day and herding them into the barn with Epona at twilight. He'd already worked a lot today, though, and he really wasn't expecting to be called upon.
"Hey, where's Epona?" Fado looked around, somewhat wildly. "Boy, we need her if we're gonna get those goats in the barn before the sun goes down!" Link chuckled.
"Don't worry, Fado. Ilia usually takes my girl to the spirit's spring around now. I don't really get it, but that's where she is. I'll be right back." Link took off at a light jog into the woods, smiling to himself. Oh Ilia... The young boy's heart sped up at the thought of the girl. She was the only one the same age as him in the village, about seventeen, and they'd been friends since a very young age. Awkwardly enough, Link had recently found himself blushing whenever she smiled, or commented him in any way. She didn't seem to notice, which Link thanked the goddesses for, but regardless, Link had something for Ilia.
As he reached the spring, Link stopped running and walked through the gates.
"Oh. Hi, Link. I washed Epona for you!" Ilia smiled sweetly. Link returned the smile, rather shyly.
"Thanks, Ilia. She definitely needed it." Link stared at the girl a moment longer than was necessary. I wonder what it would be like to kiss her... At the thought, Link abruptly turned away, blushing like a madman. It was a bit frustrating, to say the least. How could one small girl have such an effect on him? He walked over to the two of them, standing in the water. "You know, I really appreciate what you do for me, Ilia," |He said, with a small smile. "It means a lot."
"You're welcome Link, anything for you." Link wanted so badly to reach out and pull her close to him, but there was no way they shared the same feelings for each other, and her father was the mayor. That just wouldn't happen. He smiled and climbed onto Epona's back.
"Do you want a ride back to the village?"
"No, it's fine. I think I'll stay here for a little while longer."
"Alright. See you later, Ilia." With that, Link spurred Epona into a light gallop, heading back to the village to help poor Fado.
They trotted into town, Link waving and greeting people as he went by. When they passed by Mayor Bo's house, Link heard Fado screaming and panicking, and then heard the words "Goat on the loose!"
Link hopped off Epona's back and readied himself. This was nothing new, but it had been happening a lot more recently. Strange. Looks like they really aren't listening to Fado after all. The goat came barreling down the path, clearly panicking. When it got close, Link grabbed it by the horns and spun around, letting go at the one-eighty mark to send goat flying, landing on it's side. Fado came down the path a moment later, patting Link on the back.
"Good job, my boy. Now lets get this straggler back up to the ranch and call it a day." Fado lead the goat back up the path, and Link returned to Epona, preparing to start herding.
Fado closed the gate to the ranch, keeping the goats in and turned to Link. "Sorry to get you over here in such a hurry, Link. These guys have been awful skittish lately. They won't listen to a word I say." Link nodded thoughtfully, wondering why the goats would suddenly act so strangely. "We ain't got much time, so just herd 'em all right quick, kay?"
"No problem." Link set off counter clockwise around the ranch, rounding up all the stray goats into one big circle. Then, with a yell. he charged at them, causing them to scramble to barn for safety's sake.
"Link, Epona!" Fado called out. "Much obliged to y'all. For all the trouble, you can have tomorrow off."
"Thanks, Fado, but I'm supposed to be going to Hyrule tomorrow. Rusl gave me his job of delivering the royal family's gift."
"Well I'll be. Our little Link is finally growing up!" Fado grinned, and Link returned the expression. "That's fine boy. You just be careful out there, y'hear?"
"Yes, sir!"
"Good. Now go home and get some much needed rest. You'll need it."
"Thanks, Fado. I'll drop by tomorrow before I leave. See ya around." Link waved as Epona galloped off, easily clearing the closed fence. Tomorrow would be an exciting day. He'd finally get to see the world.