A/N: This is the next chapter of the story! Fair Warning!You will see lots of Zelda crossovers from here on out. It is set in the Twilight Princess era, but I will be incorporating everything that happened in the same 'era' as in the downfall line that fits. To elaborate, during twilight princess, the events of the oracle games had already happened and the events of link between worlds was about to happen, just in the other timeline. In this timeline, there will be no Oracle of Ages or Seasons, just the main events. Queen Ambi's tower is built in Labrynna and the pirate king was trapped in Holodrum. Apart from those events, the events of those games did not happen. If this is all confusing, think X-Men: Days of Future Past. Because Link did not die in Ocarina of Time, the Downfall EVENTS did not happen, but the people were still born (Besides the Oracles). *Phew* that was a mouthful. Don't worry, it will all make sense once you read the story. Speaking of, ONWARD!
SORRY ABOUT THE LONG UPDATE! CHAPTER 6 IS BEING A BITCH! Have this as a consolation!
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Key:
"Talking"
"Speaking Hylian in the presence of Human Characters, and ONLY human characters (eg Percy, Malfoy etc)"
/Parseltongue or snake talking/
'Thoughts/Mind Speak'
/Snake Thoughts/
"Spell"
Chapter 3:
The Convening of a War Council
The Hall of Council was filled with the loud noises of angry debate. A long table was situated in the middle of the hall with nine seats around it. Behind these seats, tapestries hung from the vaulted ceiling to the floor. These tapestries were crafted most elegantly for the purpose of signifying the Sovereignties that they depicted. Royal Guards and Sheikah Sentinels* stood around the room, protecting the people within. Seven of the seats were occupied and it was these occupiers that were the cause of the noise. The seven people in the hall were the High Council of Hyrule, with each councilman representing a different Sovereign State that made up Hyrule as a whole.
The seat to the right of the head seat belonged to the ruler of the Empire Seas, Ocean King Oshus. An elderly gentleman, he ruled the oceans to the west that divided the Hylian continent from the Unsettled Lands. He was a kind person with a big heart, but protected his ocean fiercely. It was not common knowledge, but Oshus was a God, created by the Golden Goddesses to live in the Mortal Realm as to safeguard a specific part of it. But although he was a God, he still had to follow the rules set out but the Goddesses.
To Oshus' right sat a strange being. She wore a golden hooded cloak, the opening of which was blackened with magic leaving only her large, oval eyes visible. A large red bow sat on the top of the hood, taking away the normally menacing look she would normally impart. Rose of Subrosia was the First Guard of the subterranean land of Subrosia. This land existed deep below the Dukedom of Holodrum and was responsible for the lush greenery and fresh produce that was exported from Holodrum. Rose guarded the entrances and exits of Subrosia, ensuring that no one of ill intent could make their way into the volcanic land.
The seat to the right of Rose was empty. This seat had unfortunately remained empty for a few years now, as the Sovereign of Holodrum had no ruling monarch; a duty that was normally given to the male members of the Hylian Royal Family. Given that there had never been a blood born male in the Family, the husband of the Princess was traditionally given the duty.
The next seat belonged to the Sovereign of Labrynna, the sister land of Holodrum. Queen Ambi was the current owner and was a kind and just queen, arguably on par to the kindness of the late High Queen of Hyrule. She loved her people and her people loved her, for she never raised tax, never forced others to her whim and only gave out punishments that fit the crime. Early on in life, she suffered heartbreak when the love of her life was lost at sea. The people, knowing how much the loss hurt her, constructed a tower that was said to have touched the heavens themselves. It was crafted out of black stone and obsidian to signify the morning of her lost love. The tower was given the name 'Ambi's Lookout' - while also being nicknamed the 'Black Tower'- in honour of the Queen and was used as a beacon and lookout by Ambi in the hopes that her love would find his way home again.
At the seat opposite the head, an olive skinned woman sat in an ensemble that left nothing to the imagination. Her eyes were like frozen diamonds that pieced all who looked into them. Her body showed that she was fit and very agile, a warrior that held a hint of elegance. The weapons she carried were of the highest quality, with true skill used in their forging. Chieftess Nabiri was the leader of the small remnant of the Gerudo Clan. Due to actions long forgotten by many, the Gerudo were almost wiped out long ago by the then High Queen of Hyrule. The Queen sought revenge on the Gerudo and had declared war on the Gerudo Nation. This war would later be called the Gerudo Massacre, leaving barely any left alive. The Queen's death and subsequent rise of her daughter made the remaining Gerudo fearful for their lives, but they were ultimately surprised when the Princess offered sanctuary for the remaining Gerudo along with independence as a Sovereign State and a promise that they would always be safe, calling the end to a long, bloody, meaningless war. Thousands of years pass and although the clan is still small, the promise was held by each subsequent Hylian Princess. It was this event that created the High Council and the Common Council, in an attempt to strengthen ties to the States and the Provinces, respectively, and to also give advice to the Ruling Monarch of Hyrule.
The seat on the right of Nabiri belonged to the King of the Goblin Nation, Ragnuk the Second. Ragnuk was the eldest and wisest of all the goblins, and also the most skilled at forging weapons and armaments. Born under the name Othar Skyforger, Ragnuk was the title given to the Goblin King by the Goddess Din. The King of Goblins was chosen by Din Herself and was given many boons by the Goddess. Ragnuk the First was born in the time when the Hylian's were first sent to the skies and lived until the Royal Family was first established; almost 20,000 years. Othar was chosen to be the next Ragnuk by the first and was gifted the same boons as the first by Din. He had lived a long life of 80,000 years and was still going strong, but even he could feel that the time to move on was coming close.
The Hylian's and the Goblins were a very close people. In the early years, the Hylian's taught the Goblins how to craft Hylian Steel and in return, the Goblins taught the Hylian's spell crafting and how to use more advanced magic without the use of a focus. Hylian Steel was jokingly called Goblin Silver by the humans who roamed Hyrule, referencing both the unique silver-like shine that the tempered metal held and the fact that goblins were attracted to shiny metals.
The next spot was occupied by King Tuft of the Kingdom of Hytopia. Hytopia did not have a standing army or military fortresses and only held a minimal amount of guards used for keeping the peace and protecting its royal family. While Hytopia was mainly a resort location, it also produced the highest quality clothing and materials anywhere. Tuft was dressed in the traditional robes of his people, naturally made of the highest quality Hytopian silk, and held a steadfast expression to match the others. While Hytopia was seen as a weak Sovereign State by the people of Hyrule, Tuft had earned the respect of the Hylian Aristocracy due to his great intelligence and battle tactics.
The seat to the left of the head and to the right of Tuft, was also empty. This seat belonged to the Royal Family's greatest ally, other than the Goblins that is. The Sheikah. The Sheikah are the mysterious and secretive race who are the chosen guardians of the Goddess Hylia's descendants, the Hylian Royal Family, and were sworn to serve the descendants of Hylia ever since she relinquished her divinity eons ago. The current Chieftess, Impa, was currently late to the meeting of the High Council for reasons unknown. Impa was named after her grandmother and the elder of the Sheikah clan, Impaz, and is responsible for not only the functioning of the clan as a whole, but also the lives of the Royal Family. She was a childhood friend of the High King before he married into the Royal Family, and they are still close friends to this day with Impa acting as the Royal Adviser and Kings Confidant.
At the head of the table, peering over the other council members was the High King, Rhoam Nohanson Daltus-Hyrule. Born Nohanson Daltus, Rhoam was the son of a Labrynnian Lord and would go on to marry the then Princess Apparent of Hyrule. While all other Sovereign States made their own laws, taxes and systems of government, they all, in the end, fell to the whims of Hyrule Proper and the Hylian Royal Family. Rhoam, as the current Head of the Hylian Royal Family and High King of Hyrule, was the most politicly powerful person in the room. His position could overrule the laws of other States if he wished it so, although it was unjust for him to do so without reason.
When war broke out with the Lolians, Prince Rhoam and the Princess would become the High King and High Queen. The Princess-led Monarchy of Hyrule suffered a blow, however, when the High Queen passed away during childbirth almost four years prior. As is the custom, a blood sample was taken and was to be analysed by the Sheikah and then kept in secure storage. The High King grieved the loss of his wife, however Hyrule was still in a war. Over the years, Rhoam's heart hardened and his resolve to end the war grew ever steadfast. In his 221 years of life, he had seen many things, but with his age, the war was taking its toll on him. His only light was his four year old daughter Zelda. He hoped that she would grow to be like her mother, a proud and kind Hylian with a heart of gold and not that of her namesake.
At the centre of the table was a large three dimensional map of the entire realm. Mountains, seas, lake, towns, cities and sovereign boarders were shown clearly, some landmarks having ethereal words hovering above them, the language of the words changing from time to time. This was one of 2 maps that showed the realm of Hyrule in its entirety and in such perfect detail; the other being in the War Room.
Feeling the signs of a headache approaching, Rhoam stood from his seat. This action caused all the others seated at the table to quieten instantly as they waited to hear the words of their King.
"The actions of the Lolians cannot be taken lightly, this I agree with. That refugee camp was the largest we had and the lives lost will be avenged, I swear it. But an invasion force of the size you are proposing, into Lorule Proper, would not only be foolish, but it would be a one way trip. The strain of keeping a gateway open long enough to move the solders through would kill even a Sheikah sorcerer. And at the moment, only Impa herself is powerful enough and learned enough in Sheikahn Magics to open a gateway and she must rest after each opening. I shall not sacrifice her life for what would be a failed campaign! Not to mention, it would leave Hyrule Proper completely defenceless as Impa would be dead and it would take a century before another sorcerer with enough power could be trained to open gateways. This war will be won with strategy and a strong defence, not with risk and foolishness! I will not hear any more of the asinine plan!" Rhoam declared.
"I have to agree with King Rhoam." Tuft responded. "The combined forces of our armies would be powerful enough to invade Lorule and win the war, but they would be stranded and I think I can speak for all of us when I say, we do not want our States to be defenceless for the next century or so."
"Well I would have to disagree with the both of you! A focused attack force moving against Lorule Proper with support supplied by the Allied Army would have more of a chance than guerrilla tactics!" Exclaimed Ragnuk. Smirking darkly, he continued "Add my goblin mages to that equation and you have one hell of an invasion force. I would go far as saying that even Din Herself would shiver in fear at its might!"
"Still your tongue! Do not bring misfortune upon us with your words against the Goddess!" Nabiri responded hotly.
"Can we please get back on track?" Oshus asked "I would like us to sort at least our next course of action today, if you don't mind! I'm not getting any younger you know."
"If I may?" Rose quietly asked "Why not send a small group of Sheikah Shades* to infiltrate the Lolian Guard? From what my spies have told me, Lorule has decided to make attempts at retrieving its Triforce from its Sacred Realm. According to the spies, they have yet to make any progress because of our destruction of their Temple of Time."
"If they are so desperate to attempt to breach their own Sacred Realm, then we must be weary." Ambi supplied. "If they begin repairs on their Temple of Time and manage to re-establish connection to the Sacred Realm, then we are done for. The pieces of Courage and Power are lost to us and the Princess Apparent is far too young to use the piece of Wisdom she holds. We won't be able to stand up to the full might of the Lolian Triforce. The best course of action is what Rose suggested. Send Shades in order to keep up-to-date and if the Lolians do manage to collect their Triforce, the Shades should attempt to steal it or at least steal one of the pieces and return it to Hyrule. At least that way, they won't be able to wish for our destruction and we will be on even ground; two pieces versus two pieces."
"Now that idea has some merit." Rhoam Replied. "The Shades are the best we have and there is a high chance of success if they manage to infiltrate high enough into their ranks. Let us ask Impa what she thinks of this plan when she arrives."
"A good question. Where is the Lady Impa?" Ragnuk questioned. "It is not like her to be late to a meeting let alone one that requires the full council."
"Yes, quite. She must have been delayed for some reason. Possibly collecting intelligence from a spy?" Nabiri questioned.
*Rumble rumble* *CRACK*
"WHAT IN BLUE NAYRU'S NAME WAS THAT?!" Oshus exclaimed.
"It's raining." Rhoam responded, suspicion marring his face. "It appears a large thunderstorm has settled in."
"Indeed" Ragnuk said. "Where it came from however, is worrying. Something does not feel right. This is not a normal storm."
Moments earlier, Impa's Quarters, Sheikah Wing, Hyrule Castle,
Hyrule Proper, Mortal Realm.
The Lady Impa, Chieftess of the Sheikah, Adviser to the King, Master Assassin was currently looking down at a map she had received from one of her Shades. The map was of Lorule Proper and showed enemy movements and updated defences. She was dressed in custom Sheikah for one befitting her station; long skin tight blue pants ending in grieves made of Hylian Steel and sandals enchanted to decrease the sound of foot falls. A middle brace made of hard, yet flexible, leather and covered with thin steel plates to add some armaments and 2 long red feathers from a bird not seen since the Sky era. A blue sash starting at the top of the brace wrapped around her body and around her shoulder to cover her right breast, the left covered by a white armour plate painted with the Eye of Truth. White wrappings around her helped her preserved more of her dignity. Steel braces covered her arms to protect them ending with black fingerless gloves. A dark brown scarf around her neck that, when on 'assignment', doubles as mask to hide her identity. Her face had a tattoo on her left eye while her hair was in a long braid down her back. She also had a small braid in front of her right eye.
Impa sat down with a sigh. The plans she was studying was incomplete. She would not be able to create a viable strategy with what she had. She would have to risk more Sheikah lives to get a more complete map; something she did not want to do.
"Impa?"
The voice behind her gave her a start. She turned around to see a small child with long, light brown hair standing in her doorway. She was dressed in a white nightgown that had depictions of cucos on it. The girl rubbed her eye in an attempt to get the sleep out of it. Impa noticed however that the girls face held a slightly worried expression to it.
"Zelda? Why are you up this late?" Impa responded. The now revealed princess walked towards Impa slowly, still feeling slightly tired.
"I had a really strange dream."
"Again? Tell me what happened." Impa said.
"It was all dark. There was this boy who was scared of something in the dark. Then there was a big flash of light and scary lightning hit the boy and the boy was gone, but there was a baby in a blankie with a yucky snake wrapped around him he was in the rain. And then everything changed and I saw a girl that looked like me standing next to someone who looked like the boy, but it could not have been us because we had swords and daddy says I'm too little to have a sword. Do you know what this means Impa?" Zelda responded.
Impa sat in thought. This was not the first time Zelda had come to her in the middle of the night and it would not be the last. Zelda was prone to dreams the let her see the future in some way, mostly in riddles. This dream, however, was far too simple to be a normal dream. The late High Queen had once also had a simplistic dream weeks before giving birth to Zelda. From what Impa could tell, simplistic dreams showed the near future, events that could happen even hours after waking while riddled dreams could come to pass months or even years later. The dream that the High Queen experienced foretold her death in childbirth, but also a boy standing next to the Crown Princess as her equal. The Queens last words to Impa flowed through her mind, words spoken just moments before the Queen went into labour.
"Whoever this boy is Impa, he is important to the future of Hyrule. Never before has a male stood beside the Princess and wear an Heir's Crown. My child shall be a girl, I know this, but this boy holds my own features; as if he would be my son." The Queen stated. She then jokingly added "Keep an eye out for any dark haired boys with emeralds for eyes who would make a good brother for Zelda, won't you Impa?"
"I shall be honest with you Zelda. Your mother saw the same boy in a dream as well. He had green eyes, did he not?" Impa questioned.
"Ahuh. They were big and looked like they were cut from the prettiest-"
"Emeralds." Impa finished.
"Do you know who this boy is Impa?" Zelda questioned
"I have no idea Zelda. But your mother said he would one day be important to Hyru-"
*Rumble rumble* *CRACK*
"AHHH!" Zelda screamed. She ran to Impa and hugged her tightly.
"It's alright Princess. It's just a storm." Impa consoled.
"No its not! My dream remember? A big flash of light and then scary lightning!" Zelda said worriedly.
This got Impa thinking again about the boy, but she did not have time to complete her thought. She had to escort the Princess back to her chambers.
"Let's go Zelda. I'll take you back to you chambers and I'll stay with you until you fall asleep. Alright Princess?"
"Ok."
Impa offered Zelda her hand and Zelda almost instantly of out fear of the lightning and they began their trek to Zelda's chambers. On the other side of the Castle…
Nearing the end of their journey, a human guard came running towards Impa and Zelda, a look of worry on his face.
"LADY IMPA! LADY IMPA!" He yelled in worry.
"Calm down Ignotus! What is so important that you must wake up half the city with your yelling?" Impa responded.
"Hello Ignotus!" Zelda said happily.
"Zelda! No Hylian in front of Humans!" Impa said sternly.
"But I can't speak Mundane very well" Zelda pleaded. Impa gave Zelda a hardened look which Zelda met with one of her own. But then Impa did something normally reserved for her recruits and sometimes, for stupid monarchs. She raised her left eyebrow. Zelda felt a shiver down her spine at the look as her face quickly paled.
"O-ok Impa! I not speak Hyrule anymore." Zelda said fearfully. " 'Low Ignotus."
Ignotus, who was watching the exchange with a slight humour, looked at the Princess Apparent and greeted her kindly. He then turned back to Impa with a stern look.
"Lady Impa. I was doing my rounds as the storm hit. I was on duty to guard the main entrance and something very strange happened." Ignotus started.
"What do you mean 'something very strange'? If it was Tomlic running around naked again then that hardly counts as very strange. I'll just go to his house in the morning and arrest him again."
"No no! When the storm hit, as you probably know, there was lightning in a cloudless night which is strange in of itself, but the strangest thing is, the lightning hit the Castle steps!"
"What?! That's not possible! The Castle has weather protection wards around it to prevent lightning strikes!"
"Yes, I know. But that's not all! When the lightning disappeared, a woman was in its place holding a basket. Well, I think she was a woman."
"What do you mean by that?"
"Well, she was gold! With a red aura around her. I almost fell to my knees with power I felt her exerting! She placed a basket on the Castle steps, turned to me and said 'What are you waiting for, human? Save his life!' And then she disappeared in another strike. I ran to the steps and I looked into the basket. There was a boy in a blanket, with a Hylian Viper wrapped around him. I did not know what to do but they both looked ill so I picked the basket up and delivered it to the Hospital Wing. There was also a glowing note on the basket, but I could not read it as, for one, it was in Hylian and would burn me whenever I tried to take it off. I would have gone to the High King but he is in Council, so I instead came to you."
Impa felt something akin to dread. This was what both Zelda and the High Queen and seen in their dreams.
"Ignotus. Take Zelda to her chambers. Then wake your older brother and tell him he is to cover your shift. Tell him it is on my orders. You are guarding the Princess tonight. Zelda, I'm sorry. I have to see what has happened with-"
"It me dream. Right?" Zelda interrupted.
"I believe so. Go with Ignotus and stay in your room. I shall visit you later." With that, started walking towards the only Hospital Wing the Castle had. The one that was near the Sheikah wing. On the other side of the Castle…
'Well, walking IS good for cardio.' Impa thought.
After a long walk, Infirmary, Hospital Wing, Hyrule Castle
Hyrule Proper, Mortal Realm.
Impa pushed open the doors of the Infirmary, walked passed her injured soldiers, and into the Court Physician's office. The current physician of Hyrule was, surprisingly, a Goron. Radook was considered to be a fragile goron due to his small stature and thinner than normal skin. He was treated by the previous physician who had saved his life. From that moment, Radook wanted to be a doctor. He had studied hard and had earned a place as the physician's apprentice. When that physician passed on, Radook took over and has been the Court Physician ever since. His steady hands and small stature make him perfect for the roll he had trained his life for.
"It's about time you got here Impa! This child is in critical condition! He's has injuries to someone hit with a low powered lightning spell or a shock arrow and his nerves are shot to hell! I would have given him a Heart Crystal but I don't know how it would affect someone this young and what's worse? That damn snake woke up and tried to bite anyone that goes near the boy! I've had to call in a Gerudo translator to calm her down. She is coming from the town but I'm not sure if the boy has that long!" Radook exclaimed.
"Ignotus said something about a note?" Impa enquired.
"Yes, that blasted note. Its pinned to the side of the basket. I think the snake knows what it does to the people who touch it because she doesn't strike at anyone trying to take it."
Impa had a closer look at the note. It was plain white paper but it clearly had a slight golden glow to it that seemed to be pulsating with a feeling of power. Impa reached for the note. Radook tried to stop her but as she grabbed it, expecting a burn, she felt nothing. Impa looked towards Radook as he looked to Impa in curiosity.
"Is it possible that you were the intended recipient?" Radook asked
"It's possible. Wherever this note is from, I'm sure it is not of this earth." Impa replied. "Ignotus said he saw a golden woman with a red glow deliver this child to the steps of the Castle. I can only think of one being who fits that description."
Impa took the note off the basket and turned it over. On the back, there was a wax seal with the symbol of the Triforce on it; the top piece darkened while the other piece was lightened.
"It appears that I'm right Radook. See this stamp? The Triforce of Power is shaded in while Wisdom and Courage are not. This boy was delivered to us by Din."
Impa broke the wax and opened the note. Before she could read it, the doors opened once again. A light skinned Gerudo woman, one of Nabiri's guards, walked into the office.
"Good evening Lady Impa, Physician Radook. You needed my assistance?"
"Thank you for coming. We need you to talk to this viper and act as a translator for us." Impa said
"Of course." The guard said.
/Good evening./
The snake looked to the Gerudo with, somehow, a look of shock.
/How is it you speak the Noble Tongue? I thought only Harry could speak it!/ The snake replied.
/I am a Gerudo. A race of desert dwelling females. We have all been blessed by the Goddess Din with the Serpent Tongue. Can you tell me why you are attacking the good doctor?/
/He is a doctor? I had no idea! I'm attacking to try and protect Harry from harm and the doctor looks intimidating./ The snake then turned to look at Radook, squinting her eyes in suspicion.
Radook looked to Impa and asked, "Are snakes meant to be able to make faces like that?"
"I'm… Not sure." Impa replied.
/Its noble to try and protect your friend, but the good doctor is trying to help the boy. He is in critical condition and is dying./
/What?!/ The snake reared in shock and then turned back to Radook. /WELL THEN WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR! HELP HIM!/
The snake then unwrapped herself from the boy and laid next to the basket.
"The snake says to help the boy. I assume the boy's name is Harry. That's what the serpent was calling him at least."
"Finally!" Radook got to work healing the boy while Impa continued talking to the guard.
"Does the snake have a name?" Impa asked
/What is your name, serpent?/
/I am Melanie. The boy is Harry. I am his familiar./
"The snakes name is Melanie and the boy's name is Harry. It appears that, although he appears human, Harry has magic as Melanie is Harry's bonded familiar" the guard replied. Just then, Radook exclaimed,
"HOLY F-"
"LANGUAGE!" Impa yelled.
"I was going to say Farore." Radook responded unconvincingly. "But look at this!" Radook gently held up the boy's right hand as Impa inspected it. Impa's eyes widened as there, on the back of a HUMAN's hand, plain as day, was a birth mark in the shape of the Triforce.
"GUARD!" Impa yelled. A Hylian guard walked into the office.
"I want you to run to the Hall of Council and tell the Sentinels guarding the entrance to prepare for my arrival. It appears I am unable to avoid this meeting any longer." Impa ordered.
"At once milady! Would you like an escort waiting for you?" The guard asked.
"That will be unnecessary. You have your orders." Impa turned away from the guard as he left. She then turned to the Gerudo guard and vowed her to secrecy about what had happened within the office, permitting her only to inform Nabiri and no one else. As the Gerudo left, she looked directly into Radook's eyes.
"This cannot leave this room Radook. I will inform the King, Council and maybe Zelda about what is on Harry's hand but no other. You are not to record this in your records. Instead, you will bind his hand in medical wrappings and you will record that he had a hand injury. Do you understand me?" Impa said sternly.
"Heh. You think me stupid Impa? I know what this means. A human chosen by a goddess and a Golden Goddess at that. There would be riots around the world. I would even say that there would be a civil war just to get the power that this boy will one day have. Heh heh. A Goddess chosen human. I would have never thought to see the day. You have my word. I shall speak of this to no one. My records will show what you wish." Radook replied.
"Good. Keep looking after the boy until I return. Fair warning, the King and Council may be with me."
"Yes, yes. I know. I can deal with that. After all, I've had to give them all examinations in the past." Radook's face darkened with shadow as a maleficent grin appeared on his face. "It should be me and my surprise 'examinations' that should be feared. Who knows when I decide that they are overdue for a doctor visit." Radook started chuckling evilly. A quick fist flying into his head stopped him in his tracks.
"Watch it Radook. Otherwise I might talk to the King and make compulsory conscription of Goron's into MY regiment. And who in this room is a Goron?" Impa asked sweetly, an innocent look on her face. Radook then experienced what his ancestors felt when the faced a demon from the Dark World for the first time.
Impa walked out of the office after one last look at the boy in the basket. She put on a hardened look and began walking to the Hall of Council. Which was on the other side of the Castle…
'I HATE THIS CASTLE!'
Her path to the Hall took her past Zelda's chambers so she decided to check up on her. The storm was still going, although the thunder was not as loud as the first two strikes.
She came up to the door that led to Zelda's antechamber and saw Ignotus standing there, ever vigilant.
"Ignotus. How is she?"
"She appears well milady. The thunder gave her quite a fright." Ignotus replied.
"Yes, it would have. Did you manage to wake one of your brothers?"
"I did." Ignotus said. "However, he needed a fair amount of convincing that the order was from you. He was under the impression that you were in Council with the other Sovereigns."
Impa sighed. "Let me guess. Cadmus?"
"Who else?" Ignotus said with a sigh of his own.
"I'll have to straighten him tomorrow. I think, remedial discipline training."
"Milady! Don't you think that to be too harsh?! It was only a small disobedience!" Ignotus said with worry. Impa's 'training' sessions were infamous in there difficulty.
"I don't think so. You know Ignotus, you are far too humble. You stand up for your brothers even when they disrespect you."
"I know. But they are my brothers. They helped me practice magic when all others thought me inept. They are the only ones who stood behind me. Well, besides you of course."
Impa chuckled at that.
"Well, I need to be going. I have news to deliver to the High Council."
"Yes milady. I won't hold you up any longer. I shall remain here." Ignotus saluted as Impa walked away.
As she walked, Impa called back to Ignotus. "Keep up the good work. Guardian*."
As Impa turned the corner, she could hear the distinct sound of someone in armour hitting the ground in a dead faint at the unexpected promotion. She soon arrived at the Hall of Council. The Sentinels saluted and muttered a quiet "Chieftess" as she pushed the doors open. The council members all looked towards the doors as they opened. Impa strode briskly towards her seat but did not sit in it, instead standing behind it. Rhoam looked to Impa in curiosity.
"Impa, I'm glad you could join us. We have much to discuss." Rhoam said.
"I'm afraid that the news I hold will put an end to the Council for tonight, Nohanson. Something has happened." Impa replied, using Rhoam's birth name as a sign of the seriousness of the situation.
"What news? Is it Zelda?" Rhoam asked with worry.
"Yes and no. It involves the Princess and also the High Queen."
Rhoam started at that, a hard look growing in his eyes. Impa continued.
"It appears that this storm in not normal, as many of you have already guessed. According to the guard who witnessed it, the first lightning strike hit the steps of the Castle."
"Impossible!" Ragnuk exclaimed. "The wards around the Castle are the most powerful bounded fields* currently deployed! Hylian, Sheikahn AND Goblin magics was used in their creation!"
"Yes I know. That's what I thought when I heard the news as well. But from what I was told, not even the protections on the old Door of Time would have stopped this strike. According to the guard, when the bolt dissipated, a golden woman with a red aura was standing there."
"You see?! What did I tell you! Ragnuk disrespected the Lady Din and now she has come down from the heavens to pass Divine Judgment on us all!" Nabiri exclaimed.
"On the contrary, Nabiri." Impa stated. "The Lady Din left a basket containing a human child and a Hylian Viper on the steps and then left. Both are being treated by Radook. Din also left this note attached to the basket. I believe that I was the one meant to receive this note as all other who tried to touch it had their hands burned." Impa raised the note and begun to read it aloud.
Impa, Chieftess of the Sheikah,
As you may have already figured out, this boy, Harrison, –or Harry as he is more commonly called- is my chosen. He is important to Hyrule Proper and the world at large. It is my wish that he be cared for by yourself or any who you deem worthy. His destiny will tie him to the people and the land of Hyrule intimately and thus, he is to be raised in a family that will show him love, but also help him prepare for what he may face in the future. His short life has been hard and both myself and my sisters could not stand by and watch him suffer any longer.
I hope that you follow my wishes and find a suitable family to raise him if you are unable to do so. Do not fear my wrath if you are unsuccessful as I know you would have tried your best.
Kind Regards,
She who Defends the Seasons' Forge.
P.S HELLO! Farore here. Yes, Din did shiver in fear at the idea of that invasion force. (But only a little bit.)
The council, bar Impa, looked at each other in shock. Never before had a Goddess spoken to a mortal in such a physical way. The Hylians and Sheikah were gifted with elongated ears and could hear the words of a Goddess when it was imperative, but for a Golden Goddess to physically descend to the Mortal Realm to pass on a missive was unheard of.
Rhoam turned to Oshus.
"Why would a human boy mean so much to Them? Have you any clue about what Their motives are, Oshus?" Rhoam questioned.
"I have no idea." Oshus responded. "I have not been in contact with Them in centuries. I have had no need to! If they needed me for something then they would have asked."
"I see." Rhoam stood up from his seat. The other counsellors stood with him and the guards and Shades around the room stood a little straighter.
"Let us all go to the Hospital Wing and see this boy. I think he has the questions we need answered. Gather around"
The counsellors walked over to Rhoam and held some part of his robes. Rhoam held his hands up, placing one hand over the other, creating a triangle with his thumbs and index fingers, palms out. He looked through the triangle and focused. Suddenly, the veins in his hands started glowing a deep red* as a small green sphere made of wind appeared in front of his hands.
"Farore's Wind."
A sudden wind kicked up, swirling around the councillors. In a small flash of green power, the wind died down and they were gone.
Seconds later, Infirmary, Hospital Wing, Hyrule Castle
Hyrule Proper, Mortal Realm.
A flash of green within the Physician's Office announced the councillor's arrival. The wind started to die down but not before flinging papers around. Radook had his hands over Harry as he used what little Hylian magic he could use in an attempt to heal the boy. The small veins on Radook's hands glowed a dull red as he channelled the conflicting magic. Not taking his eyes off the boy, he spoke to the new arrivals.
"The boy is getting better. I have stabilised him, so he is in no immediate danger. For a human, his body is accepting Hylian magic quite well." Radook reported. "However, the next time you think to use Farore's Wind in my office, I will have you clean up the mess yourself. After a routine check-up, of course."
The counsellors shivered at that. As Rhoam stepped forward to look at the boy, he noticed the snake on the table watching intently.
"Nabiri. Could you translate for me?" Rhoam asked.
"Yes, my lord."
/Good evening, serpent./
Melanie responded, not looking away from Harry.
/Good evening speaker. What is it you wish to speak about? The man looking at me seems like he wants to say something./
"The serpent knows you wish to speak to her. What would you like to say?" Nabiri asked.
"Tell her that the boy is safe and is going to live."
/Serpent, King Rhoam wishes to tell you that the boy has been healed. He is going to live./
Melanie looked at both Rhoam and Nabiri.
/Truly? Oh, thank Din. I was not sure if he would make it. I could not understand what the doctor was saying./
"The serpent thanks the Lady Din for Harry's survival and then say that she could not understand Radook when he was speaking to her."
"Yes, I figured. For a Hylian Viper, she has very little Hylian magic within her. I would assume that she cannot understand what we are saying." Rhoam responded. "Ask her why."
/The King is asking why you cannot understand what we are saying. You are a Hylian Viper and should be able to understand Mundane and Hylian./
/I born in a place where only Mundane was spoken. I have never learned any other languages./
Nabiri translated this for the king. Rhoam simply nodded and went to look at the boy. The boy was looking at him through heavy eyes, tired from the healing.
'Just who is this boy?" Rhoam thought. "Who is this human that would garner the attention of the Eldest?" Rhoam gentility grabbed Harry's right hand and inspected the mark on it. "Delivered to us, with a Triforce birthmark. Just like Zelda although for her, the left piece is darkened slightly. Will this boy one day hold a piece? And if so, which one? Although he is Din's chosen, Power no longer exists in this realm while Courage is lost to us." Rhoam placed the hand back down and met eyes with Harry. For a small moment, he felt something he had not felt for almost 4 years.
"Impa." Rhoam said quietly, not taking his eyes off of Harry.
"Yes, my lord?"
The next morning, Zelda's Chambers, Hyrule Castle
Hyrule Proper, Mortal Realm.
When Zelda awoke, it was to the soft snores of Impa sleeping in a chair next to her desk. She rubbed the sleep out of her eyes and looked towards her sleeping guardian. A cheeky grin soon stretched over her face and an evil glint sparked in her eye. She quietly slipped out of bed, her small toes landing on the carpeted floor, heated by enchantments. Zelda made her way to the closet where she had stored her drawing stuff and picked out a thick, black pen with a felt tip. She then snuck her way Impa and climbed on the desk, uncapping the pen when she reached the desktop. Holding her breath, she began to draw on Impa's face, doing her best to hold in her giggles. When her work was done, Zelda climbed off the desk and put the pen away. She then went to the other side of the bed, where Impa was sleeping. Zelda took a deep breath.
"GOOD MORNING IMPA!" Zelda yelled.
"COWERED! YOU OWE ME CHILD SUPPORT!" Impa jumped off the chair and instantly pulled her daggers out from under her sleeves and waved them around crazily. She quickly regained her bearings and put the daggers away.
"Zelda! What have I told you about yelling in the morning!?" Impa scolded.
"Not to." Zelda responded.
"Then why did you do it?"
"I couldn't resist. I'm sorry Impa." Zelda said. She looked to Impa with the biggest puppy dog eyes.
"Hm. Just make sure you don't do it again." Impa said. "Do me a favour and get dressed in something nice. Something happened last night and your father wants to tell you."
"Ok."
Impa walked out of the room and into the antechamber. Not wanting to waste time, Zelda quickly got dressed in a pink summer dress ran to Impa. They both started to walk to the tower next to the one that housed Zelda's chambers. Along the way, guards, servants and other members of the castle staff that came across the duo stopped to bow at Zelda but also to stare at Impa. Some in fear and others in barely restrained humour. Impa noticed the stares and wondered to herself what was wrong.
'My hair is probably messed up from sleeping on the chair. I'll go to the dresser to get it fixed later.'
They both arrived at the tower and climbed the stairs to the top. The four Guardians that stood outside the door saluted to Impa and bowed slightly to Zelda before opening the door. Impa and Zelda entered the antechambers and walked through the open doors to the main chamber, a room the same size as Zelda's, but drastically different in design. The chamber had blue carpeting and silver drapes. A wooden desk made of deku wood, along with a plush chair, sat against a corner. Another door to the side of the room led to a large closet, a large fireplace resting along that same wall with a large sofa in front of it. But the focus of the room lay in the centre. A large crib made of the finest material. It was empty at the moment as its new occupant was currently in the arms of the King who was pacing while he fed the baby.
Rhoam looked up as Impa and Zelda walked in. He went to the sofa and sat.
"Good morning Zelda. There is someone I want to introduce you to."
"'Morning daddy." Zelda walked to her father and looked to the child in his arms.
"Who is that daddy?" Zelda asked.
"This, Zelda is your little brother. Harrison Bosphoramus Hyrule." Rhoam declared.
Zelda looked on in shock and happiness. A smile started to grow as she looked to her new brother.
"Hello Harry. I'm your big sister Zelda. I'm going to love you and play for you and take care of you forever." Zelda put reached for Harry's right hand and held it gently in hers.
Rhoam looked to Impa and could not keep a smile off his face.
"Impa, it appears that you've been pranked. Look in the mirror."
Impa looked around to the full length mirror near the closet door. Her eyes widened as she ran to it to get a closer look. There it was. On her forehead and both cheeks was words written in Hylian.
Impa screamed.
"POOP FACE?!"
With all the laughing at Impa's expense, no one noticed the pulse of dull light coming from the Princesses hand that lasted only a moment, as the Triforce of Wisdom made itself known for the first time in centuries.
Explanations *
1: Sheikah Sentinels are the Sheikahn equivalent of plain Royal Guards. (My creation)
2: Sheikah Shades are elite Sheikah Assassins and Spies. (My creation)
3: Guardians are the elite guard of the Royal Family. They guard the Hylian Royal Family and only the Royal Family. (My creation, but the word is inspired from the Guardians in Breath of the Wild.)
4: When wards are cast, a bounded field is created. The bounded field is the boundary line of the area affected by the ward. So when Ragnuk says "The wards around the Castle are the most powerful bounded fields currently deployed", He means "The wards around the Castle are the most powerful boundary lines currently deployed." For those people who know where I got that term from, I don't own Fate/Zero, Fate/Stay Night, Fate/Unlimited Blade Works or anything else where Bounded Fields are used.
5: According to something I read (the wiki I think?) a Hylian's magic is in their BLOOD and not in a magical core. In my story, when a high level spell is used (e.g. Farore's Wind, Nayru's Love, Din's Fire and any spells I create that are high powered), the veins of the Hylian using that spell will glow a deep red starting at close to the wrist and traveling to the finger tips (Unless otherwise stated). When the spell is being sustained for long periods, the glow will start at the heart or chest area and travel to the part of the body where the spell is being cast (hand, legs, eyes etc), before spreading out around the body. When a low level spell is being used or a non-Hylian tries to use Hylian magic, the glow is dull and does not leave the hands as the magic is incompatible and thus, the magic will resist the caster (in the case of a non-Hylian). For a Hylian using low level spells, the glow is dull because not a lot of magic is being used. That being said, a Hylian can push a spell into a special crystal so a non-Hylian can use it to its full effect with repeated use (e.g. the spell crystals from Ocarina of Time). The blood thing was inspired by Extremis (Proper pronunciation: x-tr-EE-mus, not x-tr-EM-us) from Iron Man 3. The glow in my story is far less extreme (see what I did there?)
A/N: Chapter done! Longest chapter by a few thousand words! Don't know if all chapters will be the same length, but I'll do my best to keep word count high. So according to my stats, it took me 15 days to write this chapter while commuting to uni, 3 days a week. Not bad. That is about one page a day using landscape orientation and 10.5 font. Next chapter will either feature lots of time skips and mainly exposition, or the next FEW chapters will be Harry growing up with the Royal families and being trained and me filling in some plot holes before they form! In my head, I have the whole story planned and there are some plot twists coming! These are so plot twisting that I am going to beta those chapters myself so my actual beta gets surprised too! Take a leaf out of JKR's book… so to speak. OH and I checked. It's J.K Roll-ing NOT J.k Rall-ing. She did an interview in which she was asked how to pronounce her surname.
Next Chapter: A Day in the Life of the Prince.
