Hello welcome to my new fic and I hope you enjoy it! I'm also doing a Legend of Zelda x Fairy Tail if any are interested. I do not own The Legend of Zelda series or The Last of Us they belong to their respective owners. Lastly what do you guys think of the name of this story I'm not to sure about it. Anyways enjoy!

Chapter 1 Last Hope

In an old decrepit city that has been long since abandoned except by the new inhabitants of this world, a lone figure was walking in the middle of the street littered with abandoned cars. This city was once bustling with people going about their daily lives at least that was before the outbreak. It took the world by storm turning ordinary men, women, and children in monsters bent on attacking their own kind and converting more to their cause.

This lone figure was a young man, he stood at five feet six inches and was dressed in a brown cloak that had seen quite a bit of use which was made obvious due to all the rips in the fabric. Under the cloak he wore some strange clothes at least by this time's standards, he had on a green tunic that some would have mistaken it for a dress with a white long sleeve shirt underneath. On his arms he wore pair of leather gauntlets and on his legs he wore some gray pants accompanied by a pair of well worn leather boots. He had a youthful look to him and had long dirty blonde that was tied up into a ponytail that was covered by a rather strange-looking hat. Lastly he had long pointed ears with a blue earring on each ear and deep blue oceanic eyes. This young man was named Link

It's been three weeks since Link found himself in this strange world, all he remembers was taking a nap in Lon Lon Ranch under a shady tree and when he finally woke up he was in the middle of some woods. At first he thought it was a prank played on him by Malon and Zelda but soon came to the conclusion he was in another world, it was either that or he just slept for a really long time which he quickly dismissed, when he got a look of a nearby abandoned town that was old and rundown, but had things he had never seen granted none of it worked nor did he know what was their use. It was also the place where some assholes tried to take his stuff and attacked him with a type of bow and arrow they called a 'gun'. Unfortunately Link had to kill them otherwise they would keep chasing him or worse attack a bunch of defenseless travelers.

In those three weeks he had no real direction or had any clue on how to get home, the only thing he had was his triforce which to his surprise was acting like a compass pointing him in the right direction. For example if the triforce of courage lit up white instead of gold it meant go right, for wisdom it meant left, for power it meant straight ahead, and if the middle piece lit up it meant go back which it rarely did. Never the less it told Link that the Goddesses had sent him here to complete a task and they were pointing him in the right direction. But, the only question was what sort of task did they want him to complete.

As he continued to walk down the streets his triforce began to glow and it was pointing to a large building that was a block away. Assuming he was almost there he sprinted the rest of the way.

Now in front of this building he noticed that the his triforce was still pointing straight ahead but it was glowing dimly. Believing that his objective had alluded him he let out a sigh out of frustration and it wasn't till he raised his hand to wipe the sweat that formed on his forehead that he realized his objective wasn't moving away he was just not at the same elevation. His theory was proven right when he raised his hand higher up the building only to see the triforce of power glow brightly. Realizing he was so close and not wanting to have to potentially fight his way through some weird redead variation he dubbed 'clickers' he reached behind his back to pull out two strange blue and purple contraptions with sharp diamond like hooks before aiming one of them at a higher point of the building.

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Meanwhile inside the building two women were running for their lives with a small horde of infected hot on their tail. The older woman was caucasian and looked to be in her early forties. She had long curly brown hair that was up in a ponytail and wore a red short sleeve button up shirt with a black undershirt, black jeans, and a pair of boots with a medium sized brown backpack. Her name name was Tess and currently she was on a job to transport a teenager named Ellie who may or may not be humanity's last hope. Ellie was a young girl standing at five feet three inches, she had very youthful features which led to some mistaking her for being twelve years old rather than her actual age of fourteen. She had brown straight hair and emerald green eyes. She was dressed in a red shirt with a faded picture of palm trees over a dark gray long sleeve undershirt, a pair of dirty ragged jeans, a pair of sneakers and a small backpack.

They continued to run with all their might, their breaths were ragged and their legs were in pain urging them to slow down but they had too much adrenaline in their veins to even feel it. Once they got to a flight of stairs they scale it with incredible speed and found an open door up ahead on their right which would be their safe haven so they could catch their breaths and hold out for backup.

Unfortunately once they got in they were greeted by more infect that noticed them and were now charging them. Tess took out her pistol and began firing on the incoming infected. However there was too many for one person to take and to make matters worse she had to protect Ellie restricting her from moving however she wanted to. While Tess was doing her best to hold out and down as many as she could one of the bastards came at her blind side.

"Tess watch out!" Ellie shrieked but it was too late as the infected had just gotten his hand on her. As Tess continued to struggle and get the damn thing off her she realized she wasn't strong enough to stop the inevitable and closed her eyes preparing herself for what was to come. Except it never came in fact she felt the runner loosen its grip and fall to the ground.

She let out a sigh of relief "Thank god you got here in time Joel." She said believing Joel had made it in time but when she opened her eyes she saw the runner not with a bullet in it's head but a arrow. "What the hell!" She added. The sound of bodies hitting the ground soon followed in quick succession and soon the whole area was clear each one with an arrow in their heads.

"Are you two alright?" A sudden voice came out of nowhere. The two turned their attention to a young man who was by an open window with a bow in his left hand and a quiver on his back.

"Yeah I'm alright, what about you Ellie" She asked slightly worried that she got hurt.

"Yeah I'm good but you really saved our asses back there dude!" She exclaimed thankful that someone helped Tess. Even though they weren't friends she was just glad she didn't have to see some else die in front of her.

"That's a relief" Link said. He was slightly disturbed by her use of such a vulgar word but decided not to comment on it. He began to make his way toward them until they heard a gunshot outside of the room one second followed by someone bursting into the room the next second.

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Joel was hurrying as fast as he could trying to get to Tess and Ellie while at the same time not trying to draw attention from the clickers on the floor he was on. Luckily he was able to get by without firing a single shot and through a door on the far side of the hall way. This room had a flight of stairs to his left and he could hear banging on the next floor followed by some muffled screaming. Fearing the worst he quicken his pace and got to the next floor to see a single runner knocking on a door trying to get in. The runner was too focused on the door to notice Joel coming from behind and driving a shiv into it's skull. Now that the runner was taken care of he turned his attention to the closed door and gathering his strength he lunged forward and forced it open.

Joel was a tall man standing at about five feet eleven inches and was in his mid to late fourties with graying black hair and beard. He was dressed in a green button up shirt and black pants accompanied by some boots, a brown backpack and a broken watch on his left wrist.

As soon as he got in he saw that Tess and Ellie were okay but saw a young man with blonde hair with his bow drawn. Believing this kid was a threat he pointed his gun at him.

"Put down the bow son and nobody will get hurt." He said slightly uneasy by the kids harden glare and his lack of fear in the face of a gun.

"Joel put your gun down!" Tess shouted angrily but Joel didn't seem to acknowledge it. "Joel! I said put your gun down this kid helped us!" She added and this time she saw he got the message.

They continued to stare at each other before giving a nod as if they were having a silent conversation and saying 'I won't hurt you unless you try something' before they lowered their weapons. Their expressions soften and the two girls let out sighs of relief.

Link was glad they were able to settle this little misunderstanding without any violence and began to make his way to the group when he noticed his triforce glowing even brighter the closer he got. The group were slightly disturbed by this but none more so than Joel who already had his hand on his gun waiting to see what he was going to do. Link was now in front of them and the light was so bright it was almost blinding, believing his objective was now in front of him he raised his hand and passed it by Tess and Joel as if he was scanning them. Then when he put his hand in front of Ellie the triforce glowed a bright gold and then he heard a voice.

'Protect her she is the key to save this world.' Was what he heard in his mind. He was glad he now had some direction but also curious as to what her role in this is.

"Okay anyone else just a little creeped out by this?" Ellie asked feeling a little awkward by this stranger's glowing hand and his smile that was now plastered on his face.

"Sorry about that I'm just glad I found you." He said slightly embarrassed while rubbing the back of his head earning a confused look from Ellie and Joel and an amused look from Tess. "My name is Link by the way." He added earning a confused look from all three.

"Link that's a mighty strange name." Joel said looking at Link with a questioning look wondering if that's his real name but then again it didn't really matter.

"Link really?" Ellie asked him to which he gave a nod. "What is that a code name? That's so cool! I want a code name too maybe something like like The Crusher or Super Gal!" She proclaimed Link was slightly confused by why this girl would think he was using a code name.

"Well anyways Link thanks for the save. The name's Tess, short pint here is Ellie and the quick draw here is Joel." She said pointing to the members of her group. "We've got a job to do so see ya."

"Then I'm coming with you." He said right away with a firm resolve.

"No way!" Joel yelled. "Now listen here son we already have one kid to look after we don't need another one getting in the way!" Link winced from Joel's yelling due to his sensitive hearing

"I understand but whether you like it or not I'm coming with you I must protect her at all costs." He said calmly and through his tone it was clear he wouldn't take no for an answer. Tess was amused that some kid just challenged Joel and also by how bold this kid was by what she believed was his confession to Ellie and it looked like she wasn't the only one.

"Look dude I'm glad you helped us and all but that doesn't mean I'm your girl now!" Ellie yelled angrily with a slight blush

Link was confused as to how she came to that conclusion until he released how he worded what he said. "S-sorry I didn't mean it that way!" He exclaimed clearly flustered. Ellie just gave him a skeptical look that said 'Of course you didn't'

"C'mon Joel let the kid come with us I like his moxie besides he can clearly handle himself." Tess suddenly spoke up trying to persuade Joel.

Joel sighed in agitation wanting not to aggravate his now present headache. "Fine but he's your responsibility" He said before walking towards a collapsed wall at the end of the room with Ellie close behind

"Thanks for the vote of confidence." He said as he quickly went to retrieve any reusable arrows from any of the infected.

Tess didn't know exactly why she stuck up for the kid because she knew Joel was right they didn't need another kid with them causing problems. Maybe because he was skilled enough with that bow of his to take care of himself and to watch their backs if needed or maybe because she found this kid interesting. Well for whatever the reason she felt like there was something special about this kid.

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They had been traveling for about an hour without any problems so far and things were beginning to look up. The sun had just risen shinning it's magnificent golden rays upon the earth and the weather was just perfect. They were practically a few minutes from the capitol building and had decided it was okay to relax since the past hour was filled of nothing exciting or any real verbal interaction within the group.

"So I got to ask whats with the dress?" Ellie asked Link who was busy listening to something out in the distance, but looked at her clearly annoyed while Joel and Tess got a good laugh out of it.

"It's not a dress it's a tunic." He said almost robotically it was as if he had to explain this countless times.

"Okay what about the ears?" She asked in the same tone.

"I was born with them." He said flatly and taking more interest with the sounds around him.

"Alright last questions do your ears give you better hearing? What was up with your glowing hand? And where's your bow?" She asked with extreme interest and even Joel and Tess listened in curious as to what that glowing was and where he put his bow since one moment it was there and the next it was gone.

"From what I can tell my hearing is more sensitive than yours, meaning I can hear things from further away and even minor noises you guys might miss. As for the last two those are confidential." He said not wanting to reveal his adventure pouch or his purpose for being her but who would believe him anyway.

"Really let's put that hearing to the test then *mumbles*." Tess said deciding to put Links claim to the test.

"It's a tunic!" He replied in frustration. Everyone in the group got a laugh out of it and it helped confirm his claim.

"That's so cool I wish I had a super power." Ellie said as thought about what kinda power she would want.

"Alright now settle down we're almost there." Joel chirped in trying to get everyone back on had just jumped down from the building they were on and landed on a platform with a flight of stair leading down to some kinda back area. They had gone down and saw that the alley was blocked off but thanks to a nearby dumpster they were able to get over it and once they dropped down the capitol building was only a few feet away.

The street they were on was was not only littered with abandoned cars but also flooded with water that was a green color and had algae on top. The capitol building was a grand looking building, it was big and luxurious which was a good indication that this building was once important. It was a building made up of stone with a dome like top that while not as big as some of the other buildings around it, it was still pretty massive.

"Um guys I guess it's a good time to mention that I can't swim." Ellie announced but luckily for her someone in the group already had a solution.

"Stick towards the right the water is more shallow there." Tess responded without missing a beat and putting Ellie at ease.

They continued on their way until they reached the stone steps of the capitol building and began to make their way up. With each step Ellie took her heart raced faster and faster in anticipation and anxiety. Each step was like a hurdle, she hoped that the Fireflies that were waiting on her were still alive. It wasn't long until they were in front of the big heavy wooden doors of the capitol building.

"Alright this is it." Joel said. He took in a big breath before reaching for the door handle and pushing the door open.

Everyone went in and were greeted by a large circular room with multiple marble columns equally spread out into a circle or would have if some of those columns hadn't already collapsed. The columns were used in order to support the very visible second floor and a pair of double doors across the room, but what really caught their attention were the corpses that were scattered around the room.

"Jesus." Joel practically whispered putting his hand to his forehead in exasperation

"No No No god fucking damn it!" Ellie screamed pacing back and forth trying to keep her frustration under control.

"Ellie calm down." Tess said trying to calm her down.

"No they were our only chance to save the world! Now what are we gonna do?!" Ellie screamed back

"No you mean what are you going to do." Joel answered causing Link's and Ellie's eyes to shoot open that he was just gonna abandon them. "Our job was to transport you here and we did so you're not our responsibility any more." He added sounding as cold as ice and was about to open his mouth again to add more fuel to the fire until he was interrupted.

"We have to move now!" Link yelled as he sprinted off to the door across the room everyone looking at him with a confused look which he noticed as soon as he reached the door. "We've got people in coming c'mon we need to move!"

Remembering that their pointy eared companion had incredibly acute hearing they ran after him and entered the next room which had two two stairways one of which was blocked off as if trying to keep something out and the other was completely clear. Deciding to go up the stairway on the left they rushed up onto the balcony at the same time that some soldiers broke down the door.

"Nice going son." Joel said thankful that they were able to avoid that little headache but now the only problem now was getting out because he heard them say they received a report about two adult and one kid being seen in this area meaning they were after them and that there were more in the building. "Just great." He muttered under his breath wondering why they even took this job. "Alright, everyone stay down and move quietly." He whispered to them and got three nods in return.

They moved quickly and quietly through the next room that had a podium and various tables scattered around picking up anything of use they found on their way. They were soon met with a broken wall at the far side of the room with a makeshift ramp that led to another broken adjacent wall which they all jumped.

They were now in another room it was small and only contained a table a few pictures and some chairs. To the left were two open pathways, but in between them was a two dead fireflies each holding onto what looked like a rifle

"Well looks like they won't be needing these." Joel said as he ripped one rifle from one corpse and Tess did the same. Now decked out with their new rifles they began to proceed forward when Link heard some voices moving towards their location from both sides.

"Damn, everyone we've got people incoming from both sides." He said loud enough for them to hear and avoid detection. Once he said that every one went for cover in hopes of getting both sides by surprise. Link got an idea on how to deal with their attacker in front and reached behind him to pull out an item. He pulled out a cute looking mouse like device that was blue and yellow that was big enough that you'll need two hands in order to carry it properly. The others noticed it and gave him a weird look.

"Link this is no time to play." Joel whispered pissed of that they were being flanked from both side and Link was just playing around, but Link paid him no mind as he wound it up and pointed it in the direction of the door across the hall and began to move towards it quickly.

"Let's move now." He said as he sprinted towards a room that was further up and on the left,the others believing he knew what he was doing chased after him.

By the time they got to the door a group of soldiers were already pointing their guns at them. "Freez-" He was about to yell until a little mouse came up to them glowing red and then finally exploded revealing itself to be an explosive in disguised taking out the whole squad. The group stood there shocked until Link brought them back to their senses.

"C'mon we have to go."He said urgently now with his bow out firing at the soldiers that had just come from behind where they originally were killing two and injuring one in his arm in the process. Joel and Tess took notice of the three remaining and with the help of Link dispatched of them quickly.

"Damn kid I appreciated the assist but that explosion could have given away our position and who knows how many more are coming!" Joel yelled fuming that they might have to deal with even more soldiers but mostly because he almost had a heart attack.

"Yeah kid don't you know explosives are dangerous, hand them over." Tess said in an annoyed tone but Link stood there a moment as if contemplating whether he should until finally reached behind him to hand her a piece of paper. On the paper it said he was legally certified to handle explosive and was signed by The Boss of the Gorons Darunia himself. "Link this ain't funny" She said as she attempt search him.

"Leave it be for now Tess we've got to get out of here first." Joel stopped her knowing that they didn't have time for this.

They continued forward and down a level to get to back on to the first floor. On the first floor there a long room with two tables next to each other both of which had table cloths over them. On the floor was a red carpet and a chandelier overhead.

Link heard some soldiers entering the building and advised to use the tables as cover. Joel and Tess took up firing positions and took down any soldiers that were in their sights while Link used the cover fire to move forward and took down any stragglers trying to flank them. Once that was done they made their way to the rear exit of the capitol building.

Now outside Joel turned back to the kids and said. "Looks like this is where we get off-" He cut himself off as he noticed Link's expression, it wasn't a sad expression or even one of anger but one as if he was listening to something and Joel knew what this meant. "You hear something?" He asked as he pinched the bridge of his nose.

"Yeah I hear a something coming from that direction and it's moving fast." He said pointing to the right of the street it was empty but not for long as a military vehicle began charging their position.

"Shit!" Joel yelled as he tried to figure out how to get out of this situation until he noticed a subway tunnel nearby. "Everyone in the tunnel!" He yelled as he sprinted into the tunnel. Link was the last one in the tunnel and by the time he got in the vehicle was already at the entrance firing at them. Link quickly took out his Hylian shield in order to defend against the bullets. Even with his shield there to deflect bullets it still hurt like hell, however he didn't have to hold out for long as they were all able to get out of the vehicle's line of fire.

Putting down his shield he went to inspect it for any damage but saw it was virtually unscaved. 'Gotta love Goron ingenuity.' He thought with a smile on his face as he put his shield back in his cloak.

"Whoa where did you get the shield? Can I see it." Ellie asked wondering how he had so much equipment on him on isn't being slowed down. The others we're wondering the same.

"I've always had it and no." Link gave a quick answer not wanting to continue the conversation about his stuff. Although Ellie wasn't happy about not getting to see the shield.

"If you two are done playing around we can move on. It looks like we'll be traveling together for a little longer." Joel said he clearly wasn't too thrilled about it.

"C'mon you too" Tess spoke up as she followed after Joel with Link and Ellie not to far behind.

Hope you enjoyed it and leave a review to let me know what you think. Hope to see you guys in the next chapter.