Hey there, everybody! I'm back with another update! Ain't it great? At the suggestion of one of
my reviewers, I'm going to do a bit of a "shout out" to some of the Reviewers and respond to some
questions/comments. In no particular chronological order, here we go:
Rising Dragon - I suppose Link could have brought Malon back to life (maybe), but he had
somewhat more important matters on his mind. Also, the Triforce doesn't like doing
multiple wishes. As for the Oracle Series, I am fairly certain that it is NOT the OoT Link.
Firstly, the ALL three pieces of the Triforce are assembled at Hyrule Castle in the series,
which they are not after OoT. Also, as for Malon, Talon, and Ingo, they cannot be the same
ones from OoT, as they live in a distant land, not Hyrule. Also, as far as LinkT's love life
before the Fierce Deity came, be sure to read this chapter!
Jenna aka Kitty - thank you for your comments and for being a faithful reviewer!
Andreas - The place where LinkT fought the Fierce Deity was NOT the Spirit Temple. In OoT
there was a rumor/glitch/whatever that if you played the Song of Storms in the Haunted
Wasteland the lightning would allow you to see the silhouette of a pyramid in the distance,
but you could never reach it. I decided to make this rumor into an actual place, Ganon's old
HQ.
KawaiiKaren - Thank you for your faithful reviews. I must agree, the goddesses should have taken
care of the Fierce Deity long time ago. Let's just say that harming their family would go
against their nature and the are unable to do that. Note-that means DIRECTLY harming
their family. And yes, they will visit a few places from OoT.
Sizzle - They may find one or two more people . . . . *evil grin* You're going to have to wait and
see.
Chris the Wolf Boy - Thank you for the faithful reviews. I have some "nice" cliffhangers coming up
for you soon. Evil, huh?
Galupa - I guess you are right about the anime feel to this story. I've been watching FAR too many
of them lately. As for the DBZ feel, well my first fan fic (the one right before this one) was,
in fact, a DBZ story.
Crystal Jodi - A FEW spelling errors you say? More like a LOT. I'm always so eager to publish a
new chapter as soon as I get it written that I don't really proofread much.
Time Traveler, fairydust125, and Post - Thank you all for your continual reviews. They are
appreciated very much.
Now back to the update! I should mention, now we are actually returning to the real plot. The last
chapter or so was a bit of a light hearted and comical break. The Fierce Deity will be returning
soon, and there goes the happy mood. Now on with the chapter!
Disclaimer: I do NOT own the Legend of Zelda. Do you? If so, call me. We can set up some kind
of trade.
The Legend of Zelda
The Golden Land
Chapter Fourteen
The Long Road Home
In a dark, stone room, four torches burned, casting the only light around. The firelight
reflected off of pieces of shattered crystal that where strewn around the small chamber. However,
the figure that had emerged from the crystal was no longer there.
The lone figure stood now a short distance away, at the entrance to the crypt-like structure it
had emerged from. Covered in ragged brow cloaks, the figure stood on unsteady legs and surveyed
the area around. The area was surrounded by cliffs that led up to a tall mountain behind the figure.
This place had somewhat sparse grass, which was wet and clung to the ground like in the early
mourning. The ground was very damp. Actually, it was soaking. Everything showed signs of water
damage, although the only things to see there were graves.
The figure pulled its cloaks more securely around itself and slowly began to make its way
out of the dismal place. Rest and recovery were necessary, but this was not the place. Perhaps the
ruins beyond the graveyard would be more suitable.
* * * * * * *
The horseback caravan continued on its trip to Hyrule Castle. The Hero of Time and the
Hero of Winds road out a little ways in front of the others. As they rode, LinkW studied his
counterpart with concern. LinkT had been in a gloomy mood all day. It was beginning to worry the
Wind Waker. The Hero of Time was not paying very close attention to where he was going, but,
fortunately, his horse seemed to know what it was doing and where it was going. Strangely, Epona
also seemed a little subdued today, just like her master. And LinkW had not been the only one to
notice.
Tetra slowed slightly and dropped back to rides next to Saria in the back of the group.
"Hey," she addresses the Forest Sage. "Is it just me, or does that Link seem a bit out of it?" she
asked, motioning towards LinkT.
Saria nodded. "Yes. Today hasn't been very good for him."
"Huh?"
Saria turned to the prate princess and dropped her voice a little lower just to be safe. "Do
you remember seeing those ruins we passed this morning?"
"The ones you told me not to say anything about?" asked Aryll, who had dropped back to
join the other two girls.
Saria nodded. "Those were the remains of Lon Lon Ranch. Back before the Fierce Deity
attacked, the place was run by a man named Talon, his daughter Malon, and their hired hand Ingo."
Tetra cocked her head slightly. "Didn't Link say that his horse was given to him by a
Malon?"
Saria nodded again. "Yes. The same one. Link and Malon were very close friends. I'm not
sure if they were actually an item or not, but they were really close."
"Wait a minute," came the voice of Navi, who was now flying next to Saria along with
Vellis. "Link and Malon were together? I thought he liked the princess."
Saria chuckled softly. "Oh, he did. But he was always to nervous to say or do anything
about it. He and Malon got along really well, though. I don't think it was romance -- just really
good friends like me and Link."
"You and Link aren't an item?" Aryll asked.
Saria raised an eyebrow. "No. We're not. We're more like family." Aryll shrugged and
motioned for Saria to continue. "Anyway, Link and Malon were good friends. Then came the
Fierce Deity. For some reason or another, the demon's path of destruction led it to Lon Lon. Link
arrived just after the Oni left, to find the ranch in ruins. He told me that when he got there, Talon,
Ingo, and all the animals were already dead. Malon was still alive, but just barely. All Link could
do for her, though, was hold her as she died. After that, Link went chasing after the Fierce Deity.
The rest you already know."
The girls nodded and continued on in silence. Then something came to Tetra's mind. "Wait
a minute," she said to Saria. "Did you say that he liked the princess?"
Saria nodded. "Link had quite the crush on the Zelda from our time."
"Weird," Tetra muttered to herself. They continued on in silence from there.
* * * * * * *
The nest day, LinkT was back to his old self. The others were relieved. Now the Hero of
Time seemed even a little giddy.
"You have too much sugar or something?" LinW questioned his counterpart.
LinkT gave him a wry smile. "You will see when we get over this hill," he replied. The
Wind Waker raised an eyebrow, but kept silent.
The two Links were the first to break over the top of the hill. They both came to a stop
there, gazing ahead. LinkW gaped at the sight before him and LinkT just grinned. The others
quickly joined them atop the hill. Everyone spent a few silent moments gazing ahead.
Despite years under the sea, the gleaming white stone walls of Hyrule City shown
magnificently. Behind the wall, the turrets and towers of the castle itself stood proudly,
commanding the surrounding area.
LinkT grinned. "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Hyrule Castle."
Although LinkW and Tetra had actually been in the castle before, they had never actually
had a good view of the majestic building. The others had never seen any of it before.
LinkT slowly began to make his way down the hill towards the castle. They others followed
silently, still gazing at the grand building.
As they made their way towards the city, the others recovered from their initial shock.
LinkW nudged Tetra in the side. "Nice house," he commented with a grin. She gave him a mock
glare.
The group stopped their horses before the entrance to the city. The drawbridge that lead into
the city had long disappeared, so they could not take the horses in. LinkT patted Epona's muzzle
and instructed her to look after the other horses.
"How do we get over the moat?" Aryll asked.
"No problem," both Links replied in unison, while drawing their bows. This earned them
several giggles from the others. LinkW notched an arrow and aimed down at the water. A blue
glow radiated from the head of the arrow and he let it fly. A block of ice froze on the water where
the arrow had hit. The Hero of Winds hopped onto the ice and then over to the other side of the
moat. He motioned to Tetra, who did the same.
Aryll was about to follow, but LinkT put out his hand to stop her. A couple seconds later,
the block of ice melted and sunk. LinkT notched an Ice Arrow and fired it into the moat as well.
Aryll and Saria both hopped across this time. After the ice had again melted, LinkT fired another
arrow and carried Makar across. Medli simply flew over the water.
"Alright," LinkW declared. "Lets get to the castle."
LinkT nodded. "Follow me."
* * * * * * *
Daoshin, the Fierce Deity, hovered in midair. He was a little confused. On his way back
from chasing down Lord Jabun, he had found something quite odd. There was now a continent
where earlier there had been none. Of course, originally there HAD been land there, but it had been
covered by the sea. So what was it doing back?
The Oni shrugged to dismiss the thought. To be frank, he didn't really care if it was a
continent or a bunch of islands. He would destroy it all anyway. Right now, only one thing
mattered. That one thing was to become greater than any of the gods! Yes, Daoshin would become
far greater than his sisters. He would destroy the gods. Heck, he might even destroy the demons just
for fun as well. No one would be able to stop him! Let the Little Hero Boy do whatever he wanted.
In the end it would all be in vain.
The Fierce Deity grinned wickedly as he again began to fly through the air. Soon he would
be unstoppable. He shot out over the ground. Mentally he noted to thank whoever raised the land
again. It was a nice change of scenery.
* * * * * * *
the figure that had emerged from the crystal sat in the least collapsed house that could be
found beyond the graveyard it had come from. The village was completely wrecked. First it had
been razed with fire, then smothered by water.
The figure, no longer unstable on its legs, was rummaging through a chest that had
withstood the fires and the flood. Several such chests and containers were in the house, all
scavenged from the remains of the town.
After selecting several items from the chests, the figure sat and began to work at a learned
skill, sewing. Strangely, sewing was one of the last skill the figure had ever suspected that it would
use, but it was coming in quite handy. One could hardly go into battle wearing clothes that looked
like they were about to just fall apart. That and the figure still needed some time to finish
recovering.
* * * * * * *
The group of adventurers stood on the highest peak of Hyrule Castle. Aryll, Medli, and
Makar all stood back, out of the way. Tetra stayed closer, holding LinkW's bow with an arrow
notched. Saria stood near her, holding LinkT's bow in a similar fashion. The legendary heroes
stood close together before a stone figure. Lodged in the top of the figure was a sword which shone
with a sacred light and an ever-sharp edge.
The Hero of Winds held him Mirror Shield tightly in one hand. In the other he grasped his
counterpart's Gilded Sword. The Hero of Time stood with his Mirror shield strapped on one arm
and the other empty.
The two heroes exchanged glances. Everyone was tensed and ready. LinkW nodded his
head. "Do it."
LinkT nodded in agreement and stepped up to the stone figure. He reached out and grasped
the hilt of the Master Sword with one hand, then with both. He placed a foot against the stone for
leverage and gave a began to pull out the sword.
my reviewers, I'm going to do a bit of a "shout out" to some of the Reviewers and respond to some
questions/comments. In no particular chronological order, here we go:
Rising Dragon - I suppose Link could have brought Malon back to life (maybe), but he had
somewhat more important matters on his mind. Also, the Triforce doesn't like doing
multiple wishes. As for the Oracle Series, I am fairly certain that it is NOT the OoT Link.
Firstly, the ALL three pieces of the Triforce are assembled at Hyrule Castle in the series,
which they are not after OoT. Also, as for Malon, Talon, and Ingo, they cannot be the same
ones from OoT, as they live in a distant land, not Hyrule. Also, as far as LinkT's love life
before the Fierce Deity came, be sure to read this chapter!
Jenna aka Kitty - thank you for your comments and for being a faithful reviewer!
Andreas - The place where LinkT fought the Fierce Deity was NOT the Spirit Temple. In OoT
there was a rumor/glitch/whatever that if you played the Song of Storms in the Haunted
Wasteland the lightning would allow you to see the silhouette of a pyramid in the distance,
but you could never reach it. I decided to make this rumor into an actual place, Ganon's old
HQ.
KawaiiKaren - Thank you for your faithful reviews. I must agree, the goddesses should have taken
care of the Fierce Deity long time ago. Let's just say that harming their family would go
against their nature and the are unable to do that. Note-that means DIRECTLY harming
their family. And yes, they will visit a few places from OoT.
Sizzle - They may find one or two more people . . . . *evil grin* You're going to have to wait and
see.
Chris the Wolf Boy - Thank you for the faithful reviews. I have some "nice" cliffhangers coming up
for you soon. Evil, huh?
Galupa - I guess you are right about the anime feel to this story. I've been watching FAR too many
of them lately. As for the DBZ feel, well my first fan fic (the one right before this one) was,
in fact, a DBZ story.
Crystal Jodi - A FEW spelling errors you say? More like a LOT. I'm always so eager to publish a
new chapter as soon as I get it written that I don't really proofread much.
Time Traveler, fairydust125, and Post - Thank you all for your continual reviews. They are
appreciated very much.
Now back to the update! I should mention, now we are actually returning to the real plot. The last
chapter or so was a bit of a light hearted and comical break. The Fierce Deity will be returning
soon, and there goes the happy mood. Now on with the chapter!
Disclaimer: I do NOT own the Legend of Zelda. Do you? If so, call me. We can set up some kind
of trade.
The Legend of Zelda
The Golden Land
Chapter Fourteen
The Long Road Home
In a dark, stone room, four torches burned, casting the only light around. The firelight
reflected off of pieces of shattered crystal that where strewn around the small chamber. However,
the figure that had emerged from the crystal was no longer there.
The lone figure stood now a short distance away, at the entrance to the crypt-like structure it
had emerged from. Covered in ragged brow cloaks, the figure stood on unsteady legs and surveyed
the area around. The area was surrounded by cliffs that led up to a tall mountain behind the figure.
This place had somewhat sparse grass, which was wet and clung to the ground like in the early
mourning. The ground was very damp. Actually, it was soaking. Everything showed signs of water
damage, although the only things to see there were graves.
The figure pulled its cloaks more securely around itself and slowly began to make its way
out of the dismal place. Rest and recovery were necessary, but this was not the place. Perhaps the
ruins beyond the graveyard would be more suitable.
* * * * * * *
The horseback caravan continued on its trip to Hyrule Castle. The Hero of Time and the
Hero of Winds road out a little ways in front of the others. As they rode, LinkW studied his
counterpart with concern. LinkT had been in a gloomy mood all day. It was beginning to worry the
Wind Waker. The Hero of Time was not paying very close attention to where he was going, but,
fortunately, his horse seemed to know what it was doing and where it was going. Strangely, Epona
also seemed a little subdued today, just like her master. And LinkW had not been the only one to
notice.
Tetra slowed slightly and dropped back to rides next to Saria in the back of the group.
"Hey," she addresses the Forest Sage. "Is it just me, or does that Link seem a bit out of it?" she
asked, motioning towards LinkT.
Saria nodded. "Yes. Today hasn't been very good for him."
"Huh?"
Saria turned to the prate princess and dropped her voice a little lower just to be safe. "Do
you remember seeing those ruins we passed this morning?"
"The ones you told me not to say anything about?" asked Aryll, who had dropped back to
join the other two girls.
Saria nodded. "Those were the remains of Lon Lon Ranch. Back before the Fierce Deity
attacked, the place was run by a man named Talon, his daughter Malon, and their hired hand Ingo."
Tetra cocked her head slightly. "Didn't Link say that his horse was given to him by a
Malon?"
Saria nodded again. "Yes. The same one. Link and Malon were very close friends. I'm not
sure if they were actually an item or not, but they were really close."
"Wait a minute," came the voice of Navi, who was now flying next to Saria along with
Vellis. "Link and Malon were together? I thought he liked the princess."
Saria chuckled softly. "Oh, he did. But he was always to nervous to say or do anything
about it. He and Malon got along really well, though. I don't think it was romance -- just really
good friends like me and Link."
"You and Link aren't an item?" Aryll asked.
Saria raised an eyebrow. "No. We're not. We're more like family." Aryll shrugged and
motioned for Saria to continue. "Anyway, Link and Malon were good friends. Then came the
Fierce Deity. For some reason or another, the demon's path of destruction led it to Lon Lon. Link
arrived just after the Oni left, to find the ranch in ruins. He told me that when he got there, Talon,
Ingo, and all the animals were already dead. Malon was still alive, but just barely. All Link could
do for her, though, was hold her as she died. After that, Link went chasing after the Fierce Deity.
The rest you already know."
The girls nodded and continued on in silence. Then something came to Tetra's mind. "Wait
a minute," she said to Saria. "Did you say that he liked the princess?"
Saria nodded. "Link had quite the crush on the Zelda from our time."
"Weird," Tetra muttered to herself. They continued on in silence from there.
* * * * * * *
The nest day, LinkT was back to his old self. The others were relieved. Now the Hero of
Time seemed even a little giddy.
"You have too much sugar or something?" LinW questioned his counterpart.
LinkT gave him a wry smile. "You will see when we get over this hill," he replied. The
Wind Waker raised an eyebrow, but kept silent.
The two Links were the first to break over the top of the hill. They both came to a stop
there, gazing ahead. LinkW gaped at the sight before him and LinkT just grinned. The others
quickly joined them atop the hill. Everyone spent a few silent moments gazing ahead.
Despite years under the sea, the gleaming white stone walls of Hyrule City shown
magnificently. Behind the wall, the turrets and towers of the castle itself stood proudly,
commanding the surrounding area.
LinkT grinned. "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Hyrule Castle."
Although LinkW and Tetra had actually been in the castle before, they had never actually
had a good view of the majestic building. The others had never seen any of it before.
LinkT slowly began to make his way down the hill towards the castle. They others followed
silently, still gazing at the grand building.
As they made their way towards the city, the others recovered from their initial shock.
LinkW nudged Tetra in the side. "Nice house," he commented with a grin. She gave him a mock
glare.
The group stopped their horses before the entrance to the city. The drawbridge that lead into
the city had long disappeared, so they could not take the horses in. LinkT patted Epona's muzzle
and instructed her to look after the other horses.
"How do we get over the moat?" Aryll asked.
"No problem," both Links replied in unison, while drawing their bows. This earned them
several giggles from the others. LinkW notched an arrow and aimed down at the water. A blue
glow radiated from the head of the arrow and he let it fly. A block of ice froze on the water where
the arrow had hit. The Hero of Winds hopped onto the ice and then over to the other side of the
moat. He motioned to Tetra, who did the same.
Aryll was about to follow, but LinkT put out his hand to stop her. A couple seconds later,
the block of ice melted and sunk. LinkT notched an Ice Arrow and fired it into the moat as well.
Aryll and Saria both hopped across this time. After the ice had again melted, LinkT fired another
arrow and carried Makar across. Medli simply flew over the water.
"Alright," LinkW declared. "Lets get to the castle."
LinkT nodded. "Follow me."
* * * * * * *
Daoshin, the Fierce Deity, hovered in midair. He was a little confused. On his way back
from chasing down Lord Jabun, he had found something quite odd. There was now a continent
where earlier there had been none. Of course, originally there HAD been land there, but it had been
covered by the sea. So what was it doing back?
The Oni shrugged to dismiss the thought. To be frank, he didn't really care if it was a
continent or a bunch of islands. He would destroy it all anyway. Right now, only one thing
mattered. That one thing was to become greater than any of the gods! Yes, Daoshin would become
far greater than his sisters. He would destroy the gods. Heck, he might even destroy the demons just
for fun as well. No one would be able to stop him! Let the Little Hero Boy do whatever he wanted.
In the end it would all be in vain.
The Fierce Deity grinned wickedly as he again began to fly through the air. Soon he would
be unstoppable. He shot out over the ground. Mentally he noted to thank whoever raised the land
again. It was a nice change of scenery.
* * * * * * *
the figure that had emerged from the crystal sat in the least collapsed house that could be
found beyond the graveyard it had come from. The village was completely wrecked. First it had
been razed with fire, then smothered by water.
The figure, no longer unstable on its legs, was rummaging through a chest that had
withstood the fires and the flood. Several such chests and containers were in the house, all
scavenged from the remains of the town.
After selecting several items from the chests, the figure sat and began to work at a learned
skill, sewing. Strangely, sewing was one of the last skill the figure had ever suspected that it would
use, but it was coming in quite handy. One could hardly go into battle wearing clothes that looked
like they were about to just fall apart. That and the figure still needed some time to finish
recovering.
* * * * * * *
The group of adventurers stood on the highest peak of Hyrule Castle. Aryll, Medli, and
Makar all stood back, out of the way. Tetra stayed closer, holding LinkW's bow with an arrow
notched. Saria stood near her, holding LinkT's bow in a similar fashion. The legendary heroes
stood close together before a stone figure. Lodged in the top of the figure was a sword which shone
with a sacred light and an ever-sharp edge.
The Hero of Winds held him Mirror Shield tightly in one hand. In the other he grasped his
counterpart's Gilded Sword. The Hero of Time stood with his Mirror shield strapped on one arm
and the other empty.
The two heroes exchanged glances. Everyone was tensed and ready. LinkW nodded his
head. "Do it."
LinkT nodded in agreement and stepped up to the stone figure. He reached out and grasped
the hilt of the Master Sword with one hand, then with both. He placed a foot against the stone for
leverage and gave a began to pull out the sword.