And we re back! So i wasn't really happy with this chapter but realized it would take forever to make i perfect so whatever, here it is! We left off with the gladiators coming to Hyrule for the games in the Warriors Arena.

Jst wanted to say thanks to all the people who are reading and commenting, you guys are amazing!

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THE POWER OF THE MOB

The most violent element in our society is ignorance.

-Emma Goldman-

The City of Hyrule gave out a strange energy that could infect one right to the very soul. Almost as if the city itself were alive; a living breathing entity. The people were the blood running through its veins and its heart, The Warriors Arena. Link's breath was taken away by the sheer magnitude of it all.

Arbiter's Grounds was merely a tiny sand pit compared to The Warriors Arena. It stood at least three stories high and looked like it could easily fit the entire Hylian army. Glorious statues of gargoyles stood guard atop the entrance and gigantic marble columns reached up towards the heavens. It towered over any other building in its vicinity, only matched by the palace itself.

'Did you ever see anything like that before? I didn't know man could build such a thing!' Ganondorf said in awe, staring up at it magnificent battlements.

'Back home we have a great clock tower, but that is nothing compared to this!' Kafei exclaimed to Groose, who seemed indifferent to the city around him.

Warriors from across the land were arriving in carts and carriages, all gathering in front of The Arena. A crowd of locals was also forming, as the people itched to get a glimpse of the gladiators. Link looked around uncomfortably, he felt the hairs on the back of his neck stand up as if someone had their eye on him. He hated that feeling.

'You are the one the call Hylian?' Someone tugged on Links tunic, causing him to jump a little.

To his surprise, a young boy stood in front of him, barley up to his waist. He was dressed in fine clothes, indicating he was no beggar. Also, his servants stood a few steps away.

'Yes' Link said, shooting a reproachful look at Ganondorf laughing behind him.

'Hmm, they said you were a giant, that you could crush a mans skull with one hand.' The boy said a little disappointed. This was too much and Ganondorf, Kafei and Groose burst out in fits of laughter.

'Mans? No… but a boys …' Link teasingly stretched his hand over the boys head. His servants looked nervous but the boy smiled.

'I like you Hylian, I will cheer for you tomorrow in the Arena.'

'They let you watch the games?' Link said alittle taken aback, he didn't think that this sort of thing appealed to a child.

'My uncle says they will make me strong.'

'Master Tobea, it is time for us to go.' Cut in one of the servants from behind, looking nervously at the pack of fighters lounging along the Arena entrance.

'Your name is Tobea?' Link asked, recognizing the name.

'Yes after my father.' With that Tobea retreated with his servants into the crowd. Link backed up against the wall, scanning the faces, searching for Zelda or… Daltus. If that was her son, they could be close and he did not want to be recognized, not yet.

'Well it seems you already have the audiences attention.' Ganondorf said clasping Link on the back, 'Your reputation does proceed you.'

'Don't anger him, Ganondorf, he may crush your skull with his bare hands!' Kafei choked through his laughter.

The Gladiators were led to a small compound attached to The Arena, this would be their living quarters for the remainder of the games. Link had to admit, it was quite an upgrade from Gaepora's training facility in Parapa.

Gaepora was off to one side speaking to a group of other slave masters. As Link passed he caught a glimpse of what they were saying.

'…I will not sacrifice my best fighters! The Battle of Ikana Valley? You mean the massacre of Ikana Valley!' Gaepora was furious

'The crowd wants battles, so the King gives them battles. And you get the Battle of the Valley.' The other man was saying, 'It seems you have traveled all this way for nothing Gaepora, I fear your fighters will not make it out of the first match alive.'

Deep within the bowels of the Great Arena, the warriors were getting ready for one of the greatest moments of their short lives. At least twenty fighters were crammed into a series of underground tunnels that lead up to the main stage. It was hot underground and smelled of mold.

The atmosphere was even more intense than their first match at Arbiter's Grounds. The excitement of the crowd amplified tenfold. They could feel the cheers rattle their bones. This was nothing like anything they were prepared for.

There were an assortment of swords, shields, spears and helmets. Link took a plain short sword along with a round, battered wooden shield. He examined the helmets before finally choosing one that concealed his entire face.

A short pudgy man entered from the Arena above, his pure white robe amplified his scarlet red cheeks

'You will enter the Arena now. When His Majesty enters, raise your weapons, salute him and then speak together. Face the King, do not turn your back on him, now go and die with honour.'

Link's vision was clowded with dark purple spots as his eyes tried to adjust to the bright sunlight. He looked all around, up the various levels of the audience, all of them on their feet cheering and yelling. He could barely hear his own thoughts. The fighters made their way to the center of the pitch. As instructed, each fighter turned towards where Daltus was sitting and raised their weapons, saluting him. Everyone except Link, who didn't even look in the King's direction.

The announcer's voice boomed to the crowd, 'On this day we reach back in history to bring you a re-creation of the final fall of the Ikana Tribe. On the barren straights of the Ikana Valley, there stood the invincible armies of the Ikana Barbarians! Ferocious assassins, from a brute nation bent on destruction and death! His Majesty is pleased to present…. THE IKANA BARBARIANS!'

The crowd cheered. Kafei looked at Ganondorf confused. It seemed they were to play the role of the Ikana in this charade. And If Link remembered his history correctly, the Ikana were completely wiped out by the Hylians.

'Anyone here been in the army?' Link asked the men as they stood in the center of the Arena, while the announcer introduced the Royal Hylian Battalion.

Some of the men murmured, 'Yes,' or 'Yes, I served with you once.'

'Alright, whatever comes out of those gates, we have better chance if we stay together. Do you understand? we stay together, we survive.' Link said to them, they nodded in agreement, coming a little closer together.

The 'Hylian Battalion' came barreling into the Arena, followed by the cheers of the crowd. About a dozen of them, they rode on magnificent chariots, lined with razor sharp blades on the edge of the wheels. The began to circle the outskirts of the pitch, surrounding Link and the rest of the 'Ikana'.

The battle ensued, and it started out true to historic events. The chariots split their ranks easily, the razor sharp blades cutting through their thin shields easily. on their own, they stood no chance. Link was shouting wildy, just like he used to on the battle field.

One chariot circled around and charged once again towards the group of fighters (which was significantly smaller now). But this time Link was ready.

'Come together… Stay as one, Lock your shields… hold as one.'

There was a loud clank as the chariot collided with their formed wall, but no real damage was done. They had blocked the attack! Together their shields reinforced the other.

'Good work!' Link shouted, it did feel could to be back in control of something. But now the second chariot was on them once again. Charging forward, blades, shining with blood.

This time Link ordered his men to meet it as it charged, they lowered themselves just a little and on impact the chariot was sent sailing through the air, throwing the drivers to the floor. The Warriors immediately finished them off. The crowd cheered uncontrollably.

But two more chariots took his place and now the 'Hylian' soldiers were firing arrows. Groose yelped in pain as one buried deeply in his upper leg. He stumbled backwards right into the path of an oncoming chariot. Seeing this Link hurtled forward and managed to tackle him out of the way, just in time. He felt the WHOOSH as the chariot whipped past.

'Thanks.' Groose muttered, yanking the arrow from his leg. But there was no time to stop now, there ranks had been broken and they needed to act fast. Link ran beside one of the chariots and with all his might lept inside with a well-timed jump. Taking control of the reigns he steered towards another chariot, crashing headlong right into it, sending himself and the other riders flying.

He rolled with the impact, getting up, sword at the ready. Ganondorf and Kafei were working together, taking out the remaining archers. Groose had two soldiers in headlocks and was taking turns smashing their heads on the floor. The rest of the 'Hylian' battalion lay dead on the Arena floor. It seemed History had been rewritten.

Link smiled, raising his sword in victory. Groose, Ganondorf and the rest followed suit, shouting along with the now uncontrollable crowd.

Daltus watched the battle from above, turning to the announcer a little confused.

'My history is a little hazy Senator, but aren't the Ikana supposed to lose the Battle of The Valley?'

'Y-yes, forgive me my lord.' The announcer stammered.

'No, I rather enjoy surprises,' Dlatus said with a smile at Zelda who sat beside him, not nearly as interested in the fight as he was.

'Who is that?' Daltus pointed to the man raising his sword, the one who had tackled the other out of the way of the chariot.

'They call him the Hylian, Your majesty,' the announcer bowed low

'Hmmm, I think I will meet him.' Daltus said at last

'Yes of course, Highness.'

The gates to the arena opened once again and Link turned, expecting to see more chariots. But instead about two dozen heavily armed Royal guards entered. Including to Link's surprise, Rusl.

'Drop you weapons!' He ordered to the Warriors, they were all a bit hesitant but Link nodded to them and they obeyed.

'Hylian, the King has asked for you.' Rusl addressed Link, who had to resist the urge to tackle him.

He paused for a moment, eyeing a tip of an arrowhead in the sand.

'I am at His Majesty's service.' he said finally.

Daltus was greeted by the cheers of the crowd as he entered. His face was glowing with delight as he waved. Slowly Link bowed before the King, his fellow gladiators doing the same.

'Rise, please.' Daltus said softly to them. Link rose, the arrow hidden in his hand. Just few more steps and he would have his revenge. A few short steps. He would pierce the King's chest before he even knew what had happened.

But suddenly, the boy Tobea came running in behind Daltus, who embraced him in a tight hug, holding him close to his chest. Link relaxed the arrow in his hand. He would not endanger the life of an innocent boy. He was not like Daltus.

'Your fame is well deserved, Hylian. There has not been a Warrior to match you.' Daltus was speaking directly to Link, who could barley control his rage beneath his mask. He was glad he had chosen one that covered his entire face. ' As for this young man,' Daltus brought Tobea right in front of him, 'He insists you are the Great Hero of Time reborn, or was it Harkinian himself? Well, why doesn't the Hero reveal himself to the crowd?' Daltus said with a huge smile, that made Link icy on the inside. Link said nothing.

'You do have a name?' Daltus asked his smile faltering,

'My name is Gladiator.' Link said simply as he slowly turned and walked away. The crowd went silent. Even Ganondorf looked uncomfortable.

'How dare you show your back to me.' Daltus was outraged, the smile vanished from his face, 'SLAVE! You will remove your helmet and tell me your name!' The guards all around them readied their weapons. The rest of the gladiators clenched their fists ready to fight. Link stopped, he could not let them sacrifice themselves for him. He already had enough blood on his hands. He slowly turned back around removing his helmet as he did so.

Daltus's eyes went wide. A mix of fear and disbelief. A similiar expression on Rusl. Everyone in the Arena was holding their breath.

'My name is Linkus Fyres Animus Midus. Commander of the armies in the north and loyal servant to the one true King, Daphnes Nohansen Hyrule.' with ever step Link advaned closer to Daltus, 'Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife...' Link was trembling with rage, looking right into the wide eyes of Daltus, '…And I will have my vengeance. In this life or the next.'

Daltus was to shocked to speak. He turned to Rusl, opened his mouth and then closed it again. Link knew what he was going to do but really didn't care. He had been praying for death for the past couple months now.

'Arms' Rusl called faintly, and the Royal Guards readied their crossbows.

But when they did something very unexpected happened: The crowd erupted in chaos. Booing and jeering, the chants of 'Live, Live, Live!' filled their ears. And Link smiled at a horrified Daltus. Gaepora was right again.

The chants were growing louder, until every single person in the Arena was chanting. The smile gone from Daltus's face, he looked as if he was going to break down in tears.

'Shhh!' He tried to calm the people with his hands but they didn't not listen. He looked around horrified at what was happening before he turned on his heel and swept back out of the arena. His guards followed him. The crowd went wild.

Link looked back at Ganondorf who also had a wide grin on his face. They raced their sword in the air in victory. The gladiators marched out of the arena and back to their holding cells, feeling as if they could take on the power of the goddesses themselves.

Alright so now that everyone knows Link is alive what does that mean for him and for Hyrule? And get ready for the appearance of a fan favorite coming soon! So let me know what you guys thought of the chapter hopefully the qualty of writing will be better from here on out. And as always let me know what characters u wanna see make an appearance!

till nxt chapter...