Author's Note: Thank you to Post Rapture, DoomRater, Mihaele Rose, Ides of Diamonds, and everybody who read and/or reviewed my first fic. This is the third and final part of my epic trilogy and I hope you all enjoy it. And I'd like to give credit to any author whose characters or excerpts from their stories (No, I don't believe I'll be using one) that I used. I can't stress enough how much I'd like everyone to READ AND REVIEW, because I feel we may be approaching the end of something special.


Chapter 12

Link didn't know what to expect when he stepped into the circle of light. The voice calling out had left the Hero of Time puzzled. But when he stepped in, it all made sense. The light led Link to the Chamber of Sages. And the first, and only, person Link saw in there was Rauru, the Sage of Light. Link wasn't really that fond of Rauru. He respected him for what he was, the Light Sage. But the first time Link met him, the old Light Sage left him with more questions than answers.

Link woke up. He almost felt refreshed. He hadn't slept like that in a long time. Often, his nights in the forest would be plagued by nightmares. But he finally had a refreshing rest for the first time since Princess Zelda sent him on that quest for the Spiritual Stones…Link suddenly realized something. He looked around to see where he was. He had never seen this place before. And an addition to that, Link could hardly remember anything that happened to him before he fell asleep.

Link only remembers seeing Princess Zelda and her caretaker, Impa, flee Hyrule Castle from Ganondorf. Link tried to stand up to the Gerudo King, but was easily cast aside by a ball of energy. Then Link went into the moat to retrieve something the princess had thrown in there. He pulled up the Ocarina of Time. He then heard a telepathic message from Zelda, where she taught him the Song of Time. Link decided to take the ocarina and go into the Temple of Time. He opened the Door of Time and walked in. The last thing Link remembered seeing was Ganondorf walking into the Door of Time.

"It is good to see you have woken up, Link," someone said.

Link looked around to see where the voice came from. He looked to see six medallion platforms. Standing on one of them was an elderly Hylian.

"It is good to see that you have woken up, Hero of Time."

Link was shocked at what the old man just said. "W-What do you mean Hero of Time?" Link stood silent. It sounded like his voice changed.

"Surprised?" the old man asked. "Your voice has changed, hasn't it? It's because you have grown up. Link, look at yourself."

For the first time since waking up, Link took a good look at himself. He had grown tall, like the Hylians he had seen in Hyrule. Somehow, his clothes managed to still fit him. But Link was astonished.

"W-What happened to me?" Link asked fearfully. "Why do I look like this?"

"You have grown up," the elder Hylian answered. "When you came into the Sacred Realm, you were put to sleep until you grew up."

For Link, this only explained why he felt so refreshed. He had been asleep for a while. "How long have I been in here?"

"You have been kept in here for seven years."

'This can't be,' Link thought. "And what about 'here'? Where is 'here'? Where am I? And who are you?"

"You are in the Chamber of Sages and I am Rauru, the Sage of Light," he answered. "And you are Link, the Hero of Time."

"I don't get it," Link said. "What are you talking about? What do you mean 'Hero of Time'?"

"You are the one who is destined to defeat Ganondorf, the King of Evil," Rauru responded.

Link became even more confused. "King of evil? I thought he was just the king of the thieves. I thought he was just some ambitious jerk trying to take over."

"Ganondorf is more than the king of thieves now," Rauru stated. "When you opened the Door of Time and claimed the Master Sword, Ganondorf followed you in. He went on to invade the Sacred Realm and attempted to take the Triforce. But the Triforce can not be held by one who holds evil intentions. When he grabbed it, it changed him. The triforce split into three pieces and Ganondorf went from the king of thieves to the King of Evil."

Link was still confused. "And I'm supposed to stop this guy? All I was trying to do was get three stones for Princess Zelda. I thought that's all there was to it."

"Unfortunately, the princess didn't know that it wouldn't be that easy," Rauru said. "And now, Ganondorf has taken over Hyrule."

Link couldn't understand any of this. "He's taken over? Wait a minute! I don't understand. How did that happen? Where's the princess? Where's Ganondorf? What year is this? Are all my friends ok? ANSWER ME!!!"

"It is time for you to go complete your quest," Rauru said. He handed Link a medallion. "Take this medallion and good luck on your quest."

"But wait! Where am I supposed to go?" Link asked.

"Good luck, Link, Hero of Time," Rauru said, ignoring his question.

A white light surrounded link. He was being transported away from the temple, as confused as anyone could be.

Link hoped it wouldn't be like last time. He hoped Rauru had some answers for him this time.

"It is good to see you here, Hero of Time," Rauru said.

"Rauru, why am I here?" Link asked. "Why did you call me?"

"I cannot tell you that just yet," Rauru answered. "We must wait for everyone else to arrive."

"Everyone else?" Link asked.

Just as Link said that, another ray of light began to shine down next to him.

"I believe that is them," Rauru said.

Link looked over at the ray of light. Out of the light, stepped out Malon, Zelda, Sodo, and Nabooru.


Chapter 13

Link saw the confused expressions on the faces of Malon and Sodo. Of course, Zelda and Nabooru knew exactly where they were. But Link still didn't know why Rauru had called them all here.

"It is good to see you all here," Rauru greeted everyone. "Some of you may know me, others of you do not. For those who do not, I am Rauru, the Sage of Light."

"It's good to see you again, old boy," Nabooru smiled. "It's been a long time."

"But I sense this isn't a social call," Zelda pointed out. "Why are we here?"

Rauru took a deep breath. "I am aware of the situation with Meyson. I am aware that he has brought to life hundreds of monsters to serve in his army. And I am aware that by the end of this day, Meyson will put his ultimate plan into action. Meyson will attempt to free Ganondorf tonight."

Link stood silent, but he felt relieved. He finally had a clue on Meyson's next whereabouts.

"And Link, I am aware that you have had another nightmare," Rauru added. "But it is less a nightmare than it is a vision of the future."

Link was now shocked. He had no idea how Rauru knew about his nightmare. But he thought about what else he said. It wasn't a nightmare, but a vision.

"A vision of the future?" Malon asked. "What did Link see?"

"I'll answer that," Link began. "I had a nightmare that I was standing outside of Hyrule Castle. Meyson was out with his army and he was saying something about how he had already won. He said something about how Ganondorf was now free and I had lost. Then Ganondorf came out and knocked me out. And he was ready to take over."

"It is true," Rauru said. "That is exactly what the future will hold as it stands now. However, the future is always in motion. The opportunity is always there for the future to change."

"The future can change?" Sodo asked.

"Yes it can," Rauru answered. "The opportunity is always there for one individual or many individuals to change the future." He looked at Link. "Isn't that right, Link?"

Link was confused. "What do you mean?"

"I mean think of all the supposed nightmares you've had," Rauru responded. "The visions you've had of the Kokiri village being destroyed were visions of the past. And the visions you've had about Saria's attempted suicide were visions of the future. But you, Link, were able to change the future. You were able to do something about it. This latest vision you've had, is no different. It is a vision of the future."

Something clicked in the mind of Link. It all made sense to him now. Link's nightmares all made sense to him now. They were visions. That's why some of them came true and why others came true in different ways. They were visions, some of which could be changed.

"There is a way for you to change the future, Link," Rauru continued. "You must figure out what made that vision what it was. Why did Meyson succeed in your dream?"

Link thought about it. Then Link remembered. "He said it was because I didn't figure out why he had taken Saria. He said I couldn't figure out that she a vital part of his plan." Link stepped forward and looked at the elderly Light Sage. "Rauru, do you know why Meyson took Saria?"

Rauru thought about his answer. "Link, you are well aware that Meyson is ready to release Ganondorf, am I right?"

Link hated when this happened. He could never just get a straight answer when he needed it. "Yes. You said tonight."

"And you know that Meyson cannot release him because he does not have the three Spiritual Stones or the Ocarina of Time, correct?"

Link couldn't see where Rauru was going with this. "Of course he can't. He never got the Spiritual Stones back. I'm still holding them from when I defeated him in the Forest Temple the first time."

"Think about it, Link," Rauru said. "Do you believe that is the only way to access the Sacred Realm?"

Link did think about it. "You mean it isn't?"

"Let me put it to you this way," Rauru began. "There are only three ways to access the Sacred Realm. The first way is to collect the Spiritual Stones of Forest, Fire, and Water. Then take the Ocarina of Time and play the Song of Time in front of the Door of Time and take the Master Sword off of its pedestal. The second way is if I, the Sage of Light, create portals of light to the Sacred Realm."

"Just like the ones that brought us here," Zelda pointed out.

"Exactly," Rauru confirmed. "And the third way to access the Sacred Realm is to have one of the other five sages open the Door of Time manually using the power given to them."

Link thought about. Then finally, it hit him. He had finally found the answer he was looking for. And it was a grim one indeed.

"Link?" Malon asked him. "What's wrong?"

"I got it," Link answered. "I know why he took Saria."

Sodo was high-strung at Link's announcement. "Why Link? Why did that creep take Saria? What does he want with her?"

"Meyson's not planning to use the Spiritual Stones," Link began. "He wants to use Saria to open the Door of Time. He's planning on using her power to open the door and release Ganondorf."

Nabooru looked curious. "Why use Saria? He had his chance to take me or any of the other sages. Why use her?"

"It's because she's a Kokiri," Sodo said disheartened. "He thinks we're just kids, frail in stature. He said it himself. He believes Kokiri are weak. And he doesn't think Saria will put up a fight."

"Unfortunately, I do believe the young boy is right," Rauru conceded. "Because of young Saria's stature, Meyson believes he can force her to do his will. And he may be able to do just that. That is why time is of the essence."

Another thought hit Link. "And what if she refuses?"

Rauru's face took a somber tone. "Then I shudder to think what might happen to her."

Link stood tall. He knew what he had to do now. "Thank you, Rauru. It's starting to make sense to me now. But now, we have to go prepare for Meyson's attack."

Rauru nodded. "I shall contact the other sages. I will have them call their respective armies into action. As far as I know, Darunia's army is standing by in the Fire Temple, for they yet to go back to Goron City. Ruto can summon one of her messengers to call the Zora army into action. But how can I call the Gerudo army?"

"You'd better use this," Nabooru said. She handed Rauru a note. "It's a message to the Gerudo thieves. It'll have them rushing towards Hyrule, but they might not get there in time."

Rauru shook his head. A reality must have struck the old Light Sage. "Realistically, none of the armies may get there in time. I can only hope that the Hylian army can defend against the attack of Meyson's monsters."

"Then I have to go contact them now," Zelda said. "Rauru, please take us to Hyrule Castle."

"It shall be done, Princess Zelda." Rauru opened a portal of light that Link assumed led to Hyrule Castle. "Good luck."

They all waved farewell to the Sage of Light and stepped into the circle of light. Link was getting anxious. He finally had all the answers he needed. The final battle was looming.


Chapter 14

Link and the rest of his party stepped out of the circle of light. They were at Hyrule Castle. Link knew that much. As soon as they stepped out, Sodo began coughing again, but managed to take another bottle of red potions. Link began to wonder how many bottles he had taken. Knowing they were intended for Malon while they were in the forest, Link loaded dozens of bottles out of temporary insanity.

Zelda stepped out towards the castle where she was met by a castle guard.

"Greetings, Princess Zelda," the guard said. "Welcome back. You've been gone for over a week. We began to worry about you."

"Don't worry about me," Zelda told the guard. "Just call the leaders of the Hylian army. We're having a meeting immediately."

Zelda looked at Link and the rest of the party. "Let's go."

Link smiled. "Wait a minute. You're actually letting me INSIDE the castle? That's something new."

"And it'll be the last time, if you don't MOVE!" Zelda shouted.

Link and everyone moved nervously towards the castle. It was time to plan a defense against Meyson and his evil army.



This was the first time Link was ever actually inside the castle, much less the throne room. The rest of his party looked around in amazement as well. Zelda sat down waiting patiently for all the Hylian army leaders to show up. Finally it appeared as if they had all shown up.

Sodo leaned over towards Link. "It's so quiet in here. It's nothing like the meetings back home."

"Well, the Hylians here are different," Link said. "They don't have the minds of children or attitudes of children. They just ACT childish sometimes."

"Sometimes?" Nabooru smiled. "You haven't been around many Hylians, have you?"

Zelda stood up. She was about to address the leaders. "I assume we're all here."

One of the leaders stood up. "We're all here, Princess Zelda. What have you called this meeting for?"

Zelda took a deep breath. "I won't lie to you. We have all gathered here today because Hyrule is in grave danger. There is a threat out there. He is a tall shape-shifter with brown skin called Meyson. Some of you are already familiar with him. He has already demonstrated what he is capable of when he used his powers to free the three lizard fugitives, COMBAT. However, the threat of Meyson alone is not why I've called this meeting. I have called this meeting because Meyson's power has vastly increased since he has first plagued Hyrule with his presence. He has now summoned his own army of evil. Meyson's army includes hundreds of ReDead zombies, Gibdo mummies, Floormaster hands, and Stalfos knights. We have already recruited the Hero of Time, Link. But even he cannot withstand an assault of this magnitude. Link will try to take down Meyson himself. And while he does that, we need you all to stand together and fight against his threat."

The leaders began murmuring amongst themselves. Then they grew silent.

"None of you may remember this," Zelda continued. "Because I intended it that way. But there was once a time when Hyrule lived in despair. Hyrule Castle Town was in ruins. Hyrule Castle itself was destroyed. Monsters roamed freely in Hyrule. People lived in fear. This all happened under the rule of an evil Gerudo King named Ganondorf. Ganondorf was defeated by Link, the Hero of Time, and was sent to the Sacred Realm for all eternity. And when he was gone, peace was restored to Hyrule. Well, now that peace is in danger. Meyson has come to release Ganondorf so that he may rule again. And he will use his hundreds of evil warriors to destroy everything in sight. And what I ask you all for here today, is for help. We need your help. I'm going to come right out here and say that our efforts cannot be successful without the service and full cooperation of the Hylian army. It is far too late to call in the Goron army, the Zora army, or the Gerudo army, for the attack takes place tonight. It is up to the Hylian army. So I ask you all, will you help us?"

One of the leaders stood up. "I believe I speak for all of us, princess, when I say that we refuse to let Hyrule fall without a fight. Yes, we will help you!"

The rest of the room erupted in cheers.

"Thank you all for your help," Zelda said. "But in a situation such as this, I feel that I need to make a few appointments."

Another leader stood up. "What kind of appointments?"

"You will all remain in charge of your respective brigades," Zelda answered. "But I feel that I need to place someone in charge of this defense in general. For that, I appoint Nabooru."

Nabooru was clearly shocked at the announcement. "Me? You want me in charge?"

Zelda smiled. "Of course, Nabooru. You said yourself that your skills as a warrior might come in handy."

"Well," Nabooru blushed. "I guess I did say that."

"But you won't be alone," Zelda continued. "You will be joined by someone else. That someone else will be Malon."

Link couldn't believe what she just said. He was shocked. He looked over at Malon and saw that she wasn't in shock at all. It was almost as if she expected it. Malon stood up.

"Thank you, princess," the farm girl said.

Link stood up. "Malon, can I see you over here? In private?"

Link walked Malon over to a remote corner. He didn't know what to say. He couldn't believe she accepted this without consulting him.

"Malon, you can't do this. It's too dangerous."

"Link, I know what I'm getting into," Malon shot back. "I discussed this with Zelda and she agreed to let me do this."

"Agreed?!" Link said in disbelief. "You mean this was your idea? How can you even think about this without consulting me?!"

"I don't see what the problem is."

"Malon you're still hurt," Link said pointing at Malon's ribs. "This is way too dangerous. I can't let you do this."

"Link, please," Malon pleaded. "Don't argue with me on this. I know I'll be fine. I'll have Nabooru at my side and she'll protect me. I know I have to do my part to help and I don't think my part is with you. I think I should be out there helping Nabooru to lead the army against Meyson's army."

There was no use. Link never won these arguments. He could only make one plea. "Isn't there any way I can change your mind?"

"I'm afraid not," Malon said. "It's something I have to do. All I can ask is that you trust me."

Malon left to go sit back down. Link couldn't believe it. He could hardly stand it, because he wouldn't be able to watch over Malon when the final battle came. That ate him up inside.

Zelda finally continued. "Link and I will move into the Temple of Time, for that will be Meyson's target. When he gets there, we'll be waiting."

Another leader stood up. "Princess, are you sure you want to do that? You could be hurt."

"I am very much aware of the risks involved," Zelda answered. "But I know that I have to do what I can to protect my kingdom."

The leaders sat silent.

"And on that note," Zelda concluded. "It is time for you all to go out and gather the armies. Prepare them, because the time is nearly upon us. But I leave you with these words. If Meyson believes that we'll just bow down without a fight, then he's got another thing coming. If he wants Hyrule, he'll have to take us down first!"

The leaders all cheered. Link sat anxiously. Zelda was right. The time has almost come.


Chapter 15

Saria was frightened. She finally found out why Meyson wanted her. He was expecting her to open the Door of Time so that he could free Ganondorf. If she had anything to say about it, she wouldn't do it. But the way it looked, it didn't seem like she had much choice.

Saria looked around and began to recognize where she was. It was a place that she hadn't seen since she went out to look for Link all those years ago. It brought back bad memories. She was in front of the enormous Hyrule Castle.

Meyson looked at the young Forest Sage. "Well, Forest Sage, the time for you to serve your purpose is almost here. Are you ready?"

Saria looked at Meyson angrily. "NO! There's nothing you can do to make me open that door!"

Meyson chuckled. "We'll see about that, soon enough." He took out his Crystal of Darkness. Then his army began to emerge one by one until they were all out. "Get ready! The time is here! You will all stand by and prepare to attack the castle on my word. Titanos!"

The huge Iron Knuckle stepped forward. "Yes master."

"Titanos, you shall stay here and lead my army to victory," Meyson said. "On my word, you attack."

Saria quickly turned towards the entrance to the castle. She heard voices. Then hundreds of Hylians began walking towards the drawbridge. It looked like the entire Hylian army was coming out.

Meyson grinned evilly. "On second thought. Get ready boys. It's SHOWTIME!"


Author's Note: The end is near! There is only one part of the story left and it may be kind of long. But this isn't the type of thing I want to post on a school night (Man, I hate being back in school already). Come back this Friday. The final battle will take place between Link and Meyson!


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