A/N: Quicker than I normally update, but this story hasn't seen the best of love for the past while. I can't promise that I can keep updating often, but I'll try my hardest

Table of Fonts:

Standard Text: Regular Dialogue/Storytelling

Italics: Emphasis, Sound Effects, thoughts

Bold: Navi's annoyingness, Boss Name

Bold Underline:Special Attacks (this is cried out)

Bold Italic: Deity speech

CAPS: Yelling

Underline: Flashback/History, name of location

Italic Underline: Dream

BOLD CAPS: Dungeon name


Chapter 10: A New Roadblock! Collect the Three Sacred Spells!

After the boys woke up in the morning, they departed from Kakariko Village. After they left, they followed the river upstream, just as Impa had told them. They eventually found themselves at the start of the entrance to the Zora's Domain. After blowing up some rocks that were in the way, Link and Sora were stopped by the Kaepora Gaebora.

"Hoo-hoo! Up here, boys! Hoo!" he called out. Link and Sora looked up to where he was. "I see that you two-hoo have recovered the Goron's Ruby! Good job! But, in order to-hoo see the Zora's, you'll have to collect the Three Sacred Spells of the Goddesses! Hoo-hoo! One is found at Hyrule Castle, one at the Lon-Lon Ranch, and the last one is in the beginning of the Lost Woods! Also, I'd recommend visiting the summit of Death Mountain! Hoo-hoo! A powerful fairy lives there that can teach you a sword technique, Link! All of these are required to-hoo visit the Zora's!"

"Just fantastic. Thanks for the warning, Kaepora." Link replied. He turned to Sora. "Well, we may as well turn back if we can't continue." Sora nodded, but they were stopped by the Kaepora Gaebora.

"Hoo! Hold up! If you boys wish, I can give you a lift to the top of Death Mountain, and bring you back down to the entrance of Castle Town! Hoo-hoo!" The owl told them. Link and Sora nodded.

"Yeah, that'd be great! Thanks!" Sora replied. Link just smiled. With this trip, their journey time would be cut and they'd be able to make it to Zora's Domain by tomorrow at the latest. The owl positioned himself so the two boys could grab onto his leg. He then flapped his powerful wings, lifting off into the air. Link and Sora felt their stomachs fly up to their throats, and both decided to look down. The view was stunning. They could see a good portion of Hyrule Field, stretching to where it led into all sorts of different places. They could see Hyrule Castle, which looked small from where they were. Link and Sora really had no way to describe it. Soon, they were let off at the top of Death Mountain.

"Hoo! We've arrived at Death Mountain! Hoo!" Link and Sora looked around. The only thing in sight was a wall that had a weak spot in it, visible due to the cracks. Link pulled out a Bomb, and set it by the wall. He quickly sprinted away as the Bomb blew up, revealing the entrance to a cave. Link went in. Sora almost followed, but was stopped by Kaepora Gaebora.

"This skill is for Link alone! Hoo! The Great Fairy will not come out to see anyone but Link! Hoo!" Sora nodded at the owl's words. It made sense to him… kinda.


Inside, Link approached the fountain. He saw a Triforce mark on the floor. On nothing more than a hunch, Link pulled out his Fairy Ocarina and played Zelda's Lullaby. There was a sound of giggling, and then one of Hyrule's Great Fairies showed herself to Link. She was humanoid in shape, and wore ivy-like clothing and leather boots. Her flaming red hair was tied into three ponytails.

"I am one of the Great Fairy of Power. Who has entered my Great Fairy Fountain?" she asked. Link stepped forth.

"I did. My name is Link, from the Kokiri Forest." Link introduced himself. He was going to say more, but was stopped by the Great Fairy.

"Say no more. I know of you and your journey. You seek entrance to the Zora's Domain, correct?" she asked. Link nodded. "Good. I like your honesty. However, in order to access the Zora's Domain, there will be a point where you need to hit a circle of Crystal Switches at the same time. Your normal Spin Attack is inadequate, I'm afraid. However, the technique that I can teach you will do the trick." Link nodded. "Good. Now, pull your sword out." She said. Link did as he was told. "Good. Now, all beings possess magic. Focus yours to your blade, then execute the Spin Attack." Again, Link did as he was told.

Hero Skill: Super Spin!

The fairy clapped as Link performed the attack successfully.

"Good. You've learned the Hero's Skill called Super Spin. Use it to enter the Zora's Domain. Good luck, great hero. If you or the Keybearer are weary and ever visiting, stop by and I can heal both of you." With those words, the Great Fairy disappeared. Link turned and left the Great Fairy Fountain.


After Link emerged from the cave, Kaepora Gaebora gave them a ride back down the mountain, dropping them off in front of Hyrule Castle Town's entrance.

"Hoo! Link, Sora! This is where I say good-bye to you-hoo!" Kaepora Gaebora spread his wings again, and flew to the west. Link and Sora entered Hyrule Castle Town. They made their way to Hyrule Castle. They saw the guards were still keeping watch.

"Great… we gotta sneak past the guards again…" Sora complained. Link did not say a word, but started to climb the vines on the cliff wall again. Sora followed suit. They made it to the other side of the first gate. Straight ahead was a rock. Link decided to blow the rock up. After he did, the two boys noticed another hole in the wall. Link entered while Sora kept watch outside.


As Link stepped in, he saw another Great Fairy Fountain, exactly like the one at Death Mountain. Link stepped up and played Zelda's Lullaby on his Fairy Ocarina. This Great Fairy also appeared to the sound of giggles. She turned and saw Link.

"Who seeks Din's Secret from me, the Great Fairy of Din's Magic?" she asked. Link stepped forth.

"I do. I am Link from the Kokiri Forest." he replied. The fairy nodded.

"I thought that you would come. Okay, then, I shall pass on Din's Secret. It is Din's Sacred Spell: Din's Fire." The fairy told him. "There are two ways to use Din's Fire. First, let's create a protective wall. Just focus your magic to your hands, and feel the fire build up. Next, focus on the fire forming a dome around you. You can even push the dome out to dispel the spell." Link did as he was told.

Din's Firewall!

The Great Fairy clapped as the dome of fire dispersed.

"Good! You're quite skilled with magic, young hero! Next, focus the magic to your hands, except this time bunch it into a ball that can be shot out." Again, Link did as he was told.

Din's Fire!

The Great Fairy smiled.

"Very skilled, indeed. The first variation is called Din's Firewall. It can be used to protect yourself, or to light a circle of torches. The second is just called Din's Fire. You can use it to attack targets from a distance. Use these spells wisely, young hero!" the Great Fairy said as she disappeared. Link then left the Great Fairy Fountain.


Back outside, Link and Sora made their way back to Hyrule Castle Town. They let themselves be caught, and were escorted to the Town. Link and Sora nodded, then left. The next stop the two made was Lon-Lon Ranch. Link and Sora both talked about what they'd experienced so far as they walked along Hyrule Field. They sun's position told Link that it was late morning, almost afternoon. The two boys each had two more bottles of Lon-Lon Milk to keep them going. Link made a special note that they were halfway through the milk. At around noon, they made it to Lon-Lon Ranch. The two boys proceeded to the field, where they saw Malon washing Epona. After waving hello, the two made their way to the back shed, where they saw another rock. Link pulled out his Bombs, and blew it up. Sora waited as Link crawled into the hole.


Once again, Link stepped forward and played Zelda's Lullaby on his Fairy Ocarina. The Great Fairy appeared to him again.

"Who calls me seeking Nayru's Secret?" she asked. Link stepped forward.

"I do. I am Link, from the Kokiri Forest." he replied. The Great Fairy nodded.

"My sister told me you would be coming. Welcome, young hero! I am the Great Fairy of Nayru's Magic. The spell I am going to teach you is called Nayru's Love. It will create a protective shield around you that can stop any attack. Beware, as the longer you use it, the quicker your magic will drain. Now, focus your magic to all over your body, and then imagine a shield surrounding you." Link did as he was told.

Nayru's Love!

The shield was shaped like a diamond, and was slightly transparent. It was colored blue. The Great Fairy giggled.

"My sister was right. You are very skilled with magic, young hero! Use the spell wisely!" With those words, the Great Fairy disappeared. Link then left the Great Fairy Fountain.


Back outside, the two boys left, and made their way to the Lost Woods. After being greeted by the Kokiri and answering questions about the outside world, the two headed to the Lost Woods. After climbing up the cliff that held the entrance, the two went in. This time, they walked to their left. The clearing they emerged in was occupied by only a single boulder sitting in the middle of the clearing. For the fourth time, Link pulled out a Bomb and blew the rock up. He again entered, this time jumping down a hole.


As Link landed, he was slowed by what was obviously magic. Link stepped forth and played Zelda's Lullaby on his Fairy Ocarina. The Great Fairy appeared with giggles.

"Who seeks Farore's Secret from me, the Great Fairy of Farore's Magic?" she asked. Link stepped forward, feeling that it was part of some sort of ritual.

"I do. I am Link, from the Kokiri Forest." Link replied. The Great Fiary nodded.

"I was told by my sisters that one seeks entrance to the Zora's Domain. You'll need the spell I teach to do so. I shall pass on Farore's Wind to you. There are two variants, though both serve the same purpose. Farore's Wind is a warping spell. The first variant that I'll have you do is the short-range version. Focus on a spot here, then focus your magic. Make yourself light and invisible as the wind, then you'll disappear and reappear in the spot you focused on." Link did as he was told, and felt himself being squeezed through a tube.

Farore's Wind!

Link reappeared where he'd expected. The Great Fairy clapped.

"Bravo! Few have ever mastered Farore's Wind on their first try!" she said. "Next, focus the spell outward. This will make a Warp Point, which can be warped to freely." Link made a Warp Point, then walked across the room. He focused the Warp Point.

Farore's Wind!

Link opened his eyes and saw he'd arrived. The Great Fairy nodded.

"Good. You've learned Farore's Wind. There is no limit to the Warp Points you can set up, but remember which one you want to go to. Also, if someone or something is touching you, that object will also be warped with you. Remember to use this spell wisely!" the Great Fairy said, disappearing. Link left the Great Fairy Fountain.


After re-emerging from the hole, Link led Sora out of the Lost Woods, and the two made their way back to the Zora's Domain. When they two arrived, it was late afternoon. Link and Sora made their way to the first obstacle. There, they saw a tall fence blocking their way. There was no way to climb it or go around it. Link grabbed Sora's shoulder.

"Hold on, pal!" Link said. He focused on himself and Sora appearing on the other side of the fence.

Farore's Wind!

Sora then felt like he was being squeezed through a tube and closed his eyes. When he opened them, he saw that he and Link were on the other side of the fence.

"What was that? That was cool!" Sora said. Link smiled.

"It's called Farore's Wind. I learned it from the Great Fairy in the Lost Woods." Link replied. He and Sora continued forward. This time, they came to a circle of torches that were unlit. There was a gate in front of them, but it was locked tight. Link stepped in the middle of the torches. "Watch out, Sora!" Link warned before focusing on his magic.

Din's Firewall!

The dome of fire surrounded Link, and then lit all of the torches as the Kokiri boy dispelled it. The gate opened, and the two made their way forward. The next section had several Crystal Switches in a circle. A door in a stone wall blocked the way forward. Link stepped into the circle, then focused his magic to the Kokiri Sword.

Hero Skill: Super Spin!

As the magic left the sword, it hit the switches. This opened the door for Link and Sora to continue. Finally, there was another gate that was locked. There was a switch for it, but it was blocked by a wall of flame. After trying a Deku Seed (which burned up) and Sora tried using Strike Raid (the fire caused the Keyblade to go off course), Link focused his magic while walking toward the fire. Sora stared at Link like he'd gone insane.

"Are you nuts!? That fire will kill you!" Sora said, but Link didn't answer. Instead, he used the last spell he'd been given.

Nayru's Love!

As the shield surrounded Link, he stepped into the flames. On the other side, he dispelled the spell, then hit the switch. Link then made his way back to the other side in the same manner that he'd gone over. With the way open, the two made their way up the steep slope, stopping in front of a waterfall. Link saw a Triforce symbol on the ground. He pulled out his Fairy Ocarina and played Zelda's Lullaby. This caused the water flow to slow down, and the two could see a cave behind the water. Link and Sora jumped across the gap into the waterfall, taking their first steps into the Zora's Domain.


Notes on the Chapter:

1. Did this as more of a filler, and to give Link more diversity in the story. I know that some of these spells are collected as an Adult, but I wanted to add them in early.

2. Super Spin is what I'm calling the Spin Attack upgrade from OoT. I don't know if it has an actual name or not, so it's going to be Super Spin.

3. I figured I'd use both versions of Din's Fire. Din's Firewall is what happens when Link uses the spell in OoT. Din's Fire is Zelda's version from the SSB games.

4. Farore's Wind also has two variations. The short-range version is like Zelda's Up Special from SSB, while the long-range version is what happens in OoT.

5. Nayru's Love hasn't changed much, really...

6. Now, you see the spells in use! I wanted to make Zora's Domain interesting, so there you are!