Pipit and Ralph looked over the path, waiting for the monster army to come.

"Do you see them yet?"

"No Ralph, I don't."

"Ugh, I hates waiting. They should have been here by now."

Pipit had to agree. "Maybe they took a break, I don't-Wait, here they come!"

"About damn time." Ralph stood and signalled to the other new members of the Ordon. Colin, Malon, and Karene, along with some soldiers, began to ignite some Bombchus and sent them to a large pile of rocks. Pipit kept watch through her telescope on the Moblin army. "Ok, on three."

The monsters came around a corner, nearing the area under the team. "One."

The Bombchus arrived at their destination. "Two."

The monsters were now in position. "Let's remind everyone of the name Death Mountain. Three!"

BOOM!

The monsters heard the explosion, and looked to the probable location. The ground began to rumble, and before they could react, boulders began to roll down the slope of the mountain and crush them. Ordon Unit watched as the Moblin and Bokoblins were crushed by the rocks, and those who weren't hit scrambled for the entrance of the cave or back into Hyrule Field. Pipit nodded at Ralph, who spoke into his Gossip Stone. "This is Ralph. You're good to go."

Auru sat upon his horse, awaiting the green light on the second part of the rebellion's plan. His troops were behind him, eager for revenge. Most of them had families in Kakariko, Ordon, any of the outer villages, or the islands.

As for Auru, he was the highest ranking officer as Commander, and he was ready to spill more monster blood in the name of Hyrule.

BOOM!

"This is Ralph. You're good to go."

"This is Auru. We are ready." Auru turned to his troops. "Alright men and women. This is what we've been waiting for for two weeks. This is what the Goddesses gave us life for." He looked to his subordinates. "Rusl, Ashei, may the gods be with us." He turned around and unsheathe his sword. "Let the Hyrulean kingdom know that on this day, at this hour, we didn't sit down to tyranny. We stood up to tyranny. We fought tyranny. We died with tyranny. And eventually, we beat tyranny."

A loud cheer came from the troops, and Auru couldn't help but smile. "Zelda, only if you could see them." He raised his sword skyward. "For Hyrule, and for Zelda!" Auru set his horse into motion, and the two generals followed behind on theirs. 500 troops, whether they were archers, spearmen, or swordsmen, charged into the Eldin Caves.

The monsters were regrouping after the earlier scare, and the forces had dwindled significantly to nearly 200 out of 1,000. They continued into the cave, and that's when they heard a loud cry, and a sea of blue and silver head towards them.

It has been an hour since the Hylian troops defeated the monster army, and the army was standing tall. Not a single man was lost, due to the excellent planning, and morale was high. But for Auru, he wasn't celebrating, on the outside. He was ready for retaliation. Something was telling him that Cia wouldn't let this slide.

He sighed and raised his Gossip Stone to his lips."Karene."

The voice of the Ordon echoed into his ears. "Yes sir?"

"Is there any activity coming here?"

"Ahh...I can't see anything with the telescope... I'll keep looking."

"Go ahead. Keep in contact." Auru covered the stone under his armor and groaned. This war is going to kill him mentally. He walked over to some logs and sat on them, laying his head on his lap.

"Stressed out, aren't you?" Auru looked up to see General Ashei staring him down. "You only do that when you're stressed."

"You know me well."

Ashei smiled and sat beside him. "Well, I've had the honor of serving you since I was a recruit over 15 years ago. I think I know you very well."

"15 years? How old were you when you joined?"

"15. That's how I remember."

"Ah. Why? Girls don't join because they want to fight normally."

Ashei began to turn red. "I was...following my heart. I mean, you know I'm skilled, but a special someone was joining, and I followed."

Auru nodded his head in understanding, and looked to the skies. "Did you find it?"

"Yeah. But now, I fear we won't make it."

"Don't be like that. You shouldn't believed in your doubts."

"I know."

1 hour later

Karene and Malon still sat at their post, now joined by the rest of their gang. They kept watched, but as time past, the anticipation of retaliation waned. General Auru or Rusl had called for them. So, the five Ordonians sat idle,engaging in conversation to keep each other entertained. As ususal, the boys huddled together as the girls did their own thing.

"I'm sooooooooo bored. Ralph doesn't like being bored."

Pipit patted his friend on the shoulder. "Cheer up, big guy. You'll see Ilia soon."

"I don't like her. She's knees in the mud for Link."

"Or Saria and Ruto."

"Green isn't exactly my thing, and that's Fledge's girl. And Ruto is a bi-"

"Heeeeey Colin, what's that girl from Kakariko name?"

Colin looked up in thought. "Uhh...Luda?"

"No, stupid, she likes you."

"Anju?"

"Kafei's girl, man. Too bad he's in Termina. We could use him."

"Yea. Let's see..."

"The other one. With the Item Shop."

"Peatrice?"

Ralph stood up. "Hey!, I don't even walk near her! She's… She's… not Ralph-worthy!"

Colin walked over to Pipit's side. "But Ruto is. Both of you are made for each other. High class a-holes, both of you. Besides… What, Pip?"

Pipit whispered in Colin's ear. "Our girls are here, remember that."

"Oh, right." Colin redirected his attention to Ralph, choosing his words carefully.. "Ok, let's admit, Saria is just cute. Probably just a good one nighter…or a few nights She's just the f-buddy. We agree?"

Pipit and Ralph nodded. "Yes."

"And Ruto is on the level as Karene and Malon, right Ralph?"

Groose scratched his big red mess of hair. "I… Well… Yea."

Colin had Ralph right where he wanted him. And if Ralph fell for anything, it was anything his rival could do or have, even if it was a lie. Just like a fisherman, Colin was going to reel Ralph in."Guess who use to like Ruto before he went high and mighty?"

Ralph's eyes flickered. "Nooooo… Really?!"

Hook.

Pipit caught on to what Colin was doing. Now for the truth, even if it was skewed a bit. "Link surely did like Ruto, but she had her eyes on one big guy. You, my friend."

Line.

Ralph thought for a bit. "Hmmm…maybe I'll try dealing with Ruto. She really isn't as bad as y'all think she is."

Sinker.

"Good for you, Ralph."

"Yep. Ruto is about to get that pretentious attitude of hers a ride on the Ralph-"

"BOYS! WE GOT TROUBLE!" The trio turned to the panicking girls, who ran up to them. "We just got a message from Rusl. Death Mountain is under attack near Goron City!"

"How the hell did they get past us?"

Pipit didn't wait for anyone to answer the question. "Guys, we don't have time. Rusl is counting on us. Let's move."

Cia felt sure her attack was a surprise. After all, she was winning.

The entire north, east, and most of the south sides of the battlefield was under her control, and despite the disadvantage presented by the skilled Hyrulean and Goron forces, Cia was expecting victory.

And to ensure it, she decided to whip up something nice, along with a nice Plan B. She summoned three people, and gave them orders. "Sages, time to prove how deadly Fire and Water can be. And you, show them the skills of the Sheikah tribe."

"Yes, Mistress." The three dark beings left the room, and Cia chuckled to herself.

"Oh, revenge is just soooooo sweet. Too bad Link and Zelda isn't here to fall with the rest of them."

Cia knew that without the five Hyrule Warriors that are back in time meddling with her plans, the Hyrulean Army defending the country was not a problem. What Cia didn't account for was for a new brand of heroes to step up.

The Ordonians immediately joined the battle as soon as they arrived in the southern area of Death Mountain. They followed Pipit's lead. "Ok, we're losing this battle so far. Guys, let's take that keep, and gain ground!"

"AYE!" They headed east for the Stronghold Keep, assisting the Hyrulean Troops inside. They sliced, thrusted, and, in Ralph's case, batted the Stalchildren and Stalfos until the keep was clear of them.

"This keep belongs to Ralph!"

Pipt smiled at his friend's enthusiasm. "Yes it does, indeed. Now, for the next one!"

A deep voice echoed behind Pipit. "I don't think so." The five faced the newcomer, and was shocked to see a Goron standing before them. He looked different from most Gorons, as he was black, with blood red eyes.

"Hey, move!?"

"You first, goro?"

Colin tensed as he gripped his blades. "This isn't a normal Goron. This might be the witch's creation."

Pipit's predetermined hunch was confirmed. "Everyone, be aware. We got dark beings on the field! Guys, on me. Remember, he's a Goron. They're strong, but slow!" Pipit held his sword with both hands. "Ready?"

Colin smiled. "Born ready."

"Ralph is ready to get loose."

"Good." He turned to the girls. "Go assist the army. There might be more of these." Karene and Malon nodded, and ran to another keep. Pipit returned focus to Dark Darunia. "Now!"

All three ran forward, swinging their blades at the imposter Goron, only to meet the might of the Megaton Hammer, or at least the copy of it. The monster was strong, like a Goron, but the three were told how to beat one. Mayor Bo taught them.

They just hope the mayor knew what he was talking about.

Dark Darunia pushed them back, not forceful enough to make them fall, and started using his (copied) abilities, first by tossing a boulder at Pipit and smacking Colin aside with the Megaton Hammer. Darunia came for Ralph, who matched the Goron's strength, and held him in a lock. "You're strong for a Hylian, goro."

"Glad...you...noticed."

"Now I wonder if you can take the heat." Dark Darunia released the lock, implanted his hammer in the ground, and (surprising to Ralph, Pipit, and Colin) jumped into the air, smacking his hammer deeper in the ground and creating a small pool of lava, using the powers of the real Darunia. Ralph was sent back already by the initial impact, and the lava almost reached him. Dark Darunia stood nearby, smirking at Ralph. "Can't touch this."

"Yes we will!" Dark Darunia was immediately sent flying into the air, and Ralph looked in confusion as Colin stood where Dark Darunia was before, just without the lava near him.

"How the hell-"

"Don't ask how I sent a Goron soaring. Know that I did."

"Ok." Pipit ran over to them, and they regrouped. "Hey Pip, let's put Bo's words to the test."

"Exactly what I was thinking." They watched the Goron stand up, and pick up his hammer. "Alright, let's beat Link!"

Ralph and Colin knew what that meant. The three walked cautiously over to the Goron, surrounding him in a triangle. Ralph moved first, gaining the Goron's attention once again, allowing Pipit to perform a (surprising painful) back slice. The Goron roared in anger and pain. "ARRRRGGGHHH!"

"Colin!"

"I know, I know!" Colin outstretched his hands, and swung in a circle, striking the Goron across the chest. Dark Darunia was cut and weakened, but blood never came. Ralph, however, did.

"Born in a world of legends."

BAM!

"We're not golden boy LInk!"

WHAM!

"But we'll be damned if we don't fight!"

Ralph smacked the Goron with the flat of his blade, and turned around, looking at the enemy behind him. "This ain't no blossom dance." He spun around, and sent the Goron flying once more, this time into the conveniently placed Bomb Flowers.

Only if Karene and Malon had it like the boys.

But instead of a Dark Darunia, they were fighting a dark version of the Zora Princess. Dark Ruto, being the Sage of Water's copy, was already being a nuisance to Karene, who was currently taking the beating from Dark Ruto while Malon executes her fabulous plan.

Dark Ruto fired water at Karene, which sent her sprawling on the ground. "You're a pitiful excuse of a swordswoman."

Karene looked up, and spit out blood. "Hmph. Is that all you got? Bokoblins got more balls than you. Oh, right… Well, I highly doubt you got ovaries as well. Or you'll fight me straight up!" Karene knew this wasn't a real Zora, but if the imposter got the moves, maybe she got the message.

It worked. "You Hylian scum!" Dark Ruto charged forward, and jumped into the air. Karene rolled under and was barely able to hit the Zora's back. It was all Karene needed to regain her stance, as Dark Ruto seethed in pain before attacking again. Karene blocked every attack with newfound courage, and even went as far as holding her unused hand behind her back, taunting the imposter. She could see her opponent wearing herself out. That's when Karene slammed the hilt of her rapier into the gut of Dark Ruto, and held the tip at her neck. "Yield."

"Not to you." Ruto tried to attack, but was immediately popped in the back by several arrows. Which were lit on fire. Karene looked at the roasting body of the Zora as Malon walked over to her, bow in hand.

"Hmm… Kinda felt nice. Too bad it wasn't our Ruto."

"Definitely, Mal."

"Hey!" The girls looked up and saw the boys running towards them. All three looked down at the still burning Dark Ruto.

Pipit slowly looked at his girlfriend. "Did you two do this?"

"Yep."

"Colin, remember this if we ever forget their birthdays, Valentine's Day, or anniversaries."

Colin tsked as he hovered over to Malon. "Don't have to tell me twice."

Cia felt all three imposter's presence slipped away from existence, and fumed to herself. The Hyruleans were gaining ground., she could tell. She just wish she knew how much.

"Cia." The Dark Witch turned towards the front entrance to the Chief's Room, and saw...a boy in a yellow tunic. "Aww, the Ordonian, how nice to see you."

Pipit glared, not in the mood for Cia's teasing. "You should've not come here."

"What's this? Insignificant whelp trying to stand up to me? Why?"

"I might be insignificant, but everyone has a role in a bigger picture. Especially after you mess with someone's friends!" Pipit ran forward, swinging his sword into Cia's staff, and rammed his foot into Cia in the stomach with force. Cia hit the floor hard, and rolled a few feet before stopping. Her stood up, and clutched her cheek. "You-"

BAM!

Cia was punched from the side, and from her floored position, she could see the angry face of Ralph. "You had that long coming, witch."

"You'll both pay for this with your lives! You and you and everyone who joins you. You will die! Zelda will die! Hyrule will be under my heel, and Link at my side!"

Pipit scoffed. "Yea, heard a grown man bawled like this once. Got his ass handed to him, if I remember."

Cia stood up, and turned. "Then let's see if you'll bawl like the pathetic Ganondorf." She fired an orb past Pipit and Ralph, and it shot outside. "Have fun with the king." She laughed as she vanished, leaving the two Ordonians behind.

They didn't need verbal instructions on their next move.

The Ordonians have faced many monsters, but only dreamed of battling the big guns.

King Dodongo was a dream come true.

The five stood before the beast, completely alone as the troops gave them space. They remembered the last King Dodongo.

The monster kept the five on their toes as it tried to roll, swipe, and stomp them. It wasn't giving the opening Malon needed, as she had a Bomb Arrow ready, the others playing the fortunate role as bait.

"Come on guys, get it to open its mouth!"

"Don't you see we're trying, Malon! How about you do what we're doing and I do what you're doing!"

"Sorry Colin. Request denied."

The Dodongo faced Colin at that moment, leaving Ralph to its back. Just on pure instinct, Ralph swung his cleaver into the monster's tail, and surprisingly, it pained the monster so much it opened its mouth. Malon took the opportunity presented to her, ignited the arrow, and fired.

The arrow flew straight into the monster's mouth, and a hushed noise could be heard from inside. Groaning, the monster fell to its side.

"Ralph, give me a lift!" Pipit ran towards his friend,who launched him into the air, and Pipit landed on the Dodongo's neck, impaling it, and slowly sliding down with his sword, creating a huge gash on the neck. The boy detached and moved away. "Alright, Malon. Blow it out!"

Malon fired another Bomb Arrow through the wound, and it exploded inside the head, killing the beast immediately. It turned black, and poofed into dark smoke.

"We...freaking did it." The five cheered, excited about their victory as the Hyrulean troops finished off the leftover monsters.

"Auru, the Dodongo is finished. Those kids are as good as they were reported."

"Thanks, Ashei. Any word on Rusl's condition? That Sheikah did a number on him."

"He killed the bastard, but the bastard missed Rusl. He'll live."

"Good." Auru looked up to the sky, a smile forming on his face. Now, he was celebrating.

The Hyruleans may have won the battle. But the war wasn't won.

But maybe they can actually fight one, until the Hyrule Warriors returned.