Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Heroes

by B.E.A.T.N

My first LOZ story. Link must go on a quest to save Princess Zelda and his sister Aryll from Lord Ganonorf. On his quest, he'll be accompanied by his wolf Flynn, his fiance Malon, his horse Epona, and will meet a goron, zora, gerudo, (my own characters), as well as Navi and Skull Kid. All of them will help Link on his journey. Has elements of Link x Malon. Rated T for language.

9. Love and War

Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Heroes

Chapter 9: Love and War

The small band of heroes wandered the streets of Gerudo Valley. The Gerudo had built a rather large city in the middle of the desert. One with enough defenses to shake off any attacks from Ganon. Guards were in many different places sprinkled throughout the city.

But as the team walked along, a certain question plagued Chuko.

"How can there be so many Gerudo if there's only one male?"

They all instantly stopped.

Skull, "that's…. Actually a legitimate question. How the blood-soaked Hell is this possible?"

Link, "what makes you think I know?"

Skull, "your the fearless leader!"

Link, "says who!?"

Skull, "says everybody!"

Link, "really?"

Malon, "yeah."

Navi, "pretty much."

Shin, "yeh."

Flynn yapped.

Epone neighed.

Chuko, "I actually thought so."

Skull, "so do ya have an answer!?"

Link, "no! I know pretty much Jack about how Gerudo baby-making works!"

Malon, "magic maybe?"

Shin, "please! No magic can create these foxy mamas!"

Navi, "...ew."

Link, "alright, look! Does anyone have a feasible theory?"

Navi, "maybe they finds guys who are willing to give them a kid?"

Malon, "that sounds like a certain fetish."

Chuko, "eh, probably not the weirdest one out there."

Link, "enough! Can we please just make our way to whoever leads the Gerudo, so we can find Jo-Ann!?"

They all nodded and agreed on what Link wanted to do. With that he thought, dear God, they're right!

After a few more minutes, they had approached a large temple of sorts. This was where the leader of the Gerudo, Nabooru lived. She was a strong leader, he was respected among many Gerudo. She wouldn't follow into Ganondorf's madness.

She was their best bet in finding Jo-Ann.

When they came upon the doors to the temple, two heavily armed guards blocked their path.

Guard 1, "state your business outsiders!"

Link, "we request an audience with Queen Nabooru."

Guard 1, "They prefer 'Lady Nabooru', actually."

Link, "sorry, we'd like to request an audience with 'Lady Nabooru'. May we enter?"

Guard 2, "if it's important…."

Malon, "it is!"

Link, "we need to speak with her at once!"

Guard 1, "... proceed."

Guard 2, "but don't try anything…."

The guards stepped by, by kept their eyes trained on the visitors.

Link and Malon hopped off of Epona, and left Skull to watch her and Flynn.

Link and his small group entered the large building. Many banisters decorated the walls, along with many pieces of art and sculptures. At the far end of the temple, a large throne sat, with a large window behind it. Light shone through, revealing it to be evening.

In the center of the throne sat a tall and very attractive Gerudo. She wore a tiara that glowed in the sun. She had four guards around her. Her expression remained neutral as she watched the two Hylians, the Goron, the Zora and fairy approach her.

Once they were about fifteen feet away, the group bowed down at her feet.

Link, "greetings Lady Nabooru."

She spoke, "rise travelers."

Link and the others did as they were told.

Nabooru, "state your business here."

Link, "I am Link. Son of Flint. And this is my betrothed, Malon, daughter of Talon."

Nabooru seemed to soften up upon their greeting.

She spoke again, "and who are these companions of yours young man?"

Link, "They are Chuko, of the Gorons. Shin-Juu, of the Zora. And Navi, of Kokiri Forest. I have another companion outside. His name is the Skull-Kid. He is out there, looking after our horse and wolf."

Nabooru, "and why has such an odd group come to see me?"

Malon, "we are looking for someone to help us. Another Gerudo."

Nabooru, "who are they, and why do you need them?"

Link, "we were told to gather up all of these people in order to help us in our quest."

Nabooru, "and what type of quest involves so many people from so many different races?"

Link, "our quest is to defend Hyrule from…. Ganondorf Dragmire."

A hush fell over the whole room.

Nabooru, "Ganondorf? The bastard Gerudo who killed so many Hylians and Gerudo alike?"

Shin, "da very same!"

Chuko, "that's why were helping Link! He was told that his destiny was to find us."

Nabooru, "I will not let Ganondorf tear apart this kingdom! I trust you young man. Who is it that you seek?"

Link, "a Gerudo by the name of Jo-Ann."

They all heard Nabooru curse.

"WHY JO-ANN OF ALL THE GERUDO IN HYRULE?"

Navi, "is there a problem?"

Nabooru, "Jo-Ann is a criminal. We've had her in a dungeon for weeks after she stole my prized wrist gauntlets. She's quite loud at times."

Shin, "oh snap."

Link, "do you think we could talk to her?"

Nabooru, "yes. But not tonight. You are all welcome to sleep here in the guest rooms for tonight."

Chuko, "is there any way to trust you?"

They all looked at the Goron.

He said, "sorry, just a little curious."

Nabooru, "you have my word as the leader of the Gerudo, and on my honor as Queen."

She lifted herself off of her chair and bowed. Link and his cohorts returned the gesture.

Link, "you have my word as the Hero of Time, we will do as you say while in your domain."

Nabooru, "you're the hero?"

Malon, "he is. Even I'm still a little surprised by the revelation."

Nabooru smiled, "well…. We are lucky then! To have the Hero in our midst!"

She chuckled as Link and his friends went to retrieve Skull

Soon, they were all brought up to their rooms. Skull was brought in as well, riding Flynn down the hall. Malon had made sure Epona was being kept in a nice stall before she made her way to her room. Chuko was sharing a room with Shin and Skull, while Flynn slept in the halls, obviously wanting to keep watch.

Link was in his room with Malon, convincing Navi to explore the hall with Flynn. Link had really wanted some alone time to speak with Malon.

She sat on her bed, in a long flowing nightgown. It simmered in the now rising moonlight that peaked through the window. Link had discarded all but his pants and undergarments.

He sat on the bed, his back facing hers. His hands fiddled with his hat for a moment before he set it down on the table next to the bed.

He spoke, "Malon…."

Malon, "yes Link?", she was brushing her hair as she replied.

Link, "I was wondering when you'd like to plan the wedding…."

Malon ceased her brushing, "Link, uh, I was thinking we shouldn't worry about that while were travelling."

Link, "I know. I'm just a little worried is all."

Malon, "about what?"

Link, "this whole thing. We've been on this adventure for about a week. And I'm still worried how it's all gonna turn out."

Malon finished brushing her long red hair, and made her way across the bed. Her arms stretched out to hug Link. She rested her head on his shoulder.

Malon, "it'll be fine. I promise."

Link, "yeah, it's just that, I'm still a little worried. After everyone voted ME the leader, it kinda gets to ya'."

Malon kissed the side of Links face, "just keep telling yourself that it's gonna be fine. That's what I do when I'm worried."

Link smiled at her, "that might help. Thank you honey."

Malon giggled, "it's always my pleasure darling."

She kissed him on the mouth, earning a small yelp from the surprised hero. But after a few seconds, he melded into the kiss. The two slowly lowered themselves onto the bed on their sides, continuing their embrace….

Meanwhile, at Ganondorf's Fortress.

Ghirahim was pacing the throne room. He was nervous over the failed attempts their forces had made in their hunt for the heroes.

Ganon sat on his throne, drinking a glass of wine.

His favorite. It was a very dark red color. Almost like blood.

Ghirahim, "this is bad! Very, very bad! If we cannot find these heroes, who knows what'll happen!"

Vaati stood leaning in the wall, amused by his cohorts flustering.

Vaati, "oh please! After all the times we've faced the Hero in the past, and you're worried?"

Ghirahim, "yes! And do you know why!?"

Vaati, "you're a self-entitled fool?"

Ghirahim, "no you bastard! It's because we are always defeated by him! How many times have you been sealed away by the one who carries the sword?"

Vaati snorted, "like you're one to talk! I remember you lose to him the FIRST TIME he held aloft that damned sword!"

Ghirahim, "big talk from someone who used to be the size of a damned timbul!"

Vaati, "smack talk from a sword, how delightful!"

Ghirahim, "pea-brained-"

Vaati, "dimwitted-"

Ghirahim, "Moblin dung!"

Vaati, "letter opener!"

"That's enough you idiots!"

Ganon now stood up from his throne. Anger shined on his face. He wasn't in an amused mood from his minions bickering.

"How hard is it for you two to work together to catch a boy, a girl, a fairy, a Goron, a Zora, their bloody horse and a wolf!?"

Ghirahim, "don't forget that Gerudo they're looking for…."

Vaati, "you only know this because if my skills."

Ganon, "just hunt them down!"

Vaati, "but Lord Ganon! The desert would fry even the most thick-skinned moblin!"

Ghirahim, "as much as I hate to admit it, this Moronic Minish has a point."

Vaati, "aw…. You care!"

Ghirahim, "knock it off with the sarcasm!"

Ganon stepped towards the arguing sorcerer and sword.

Ganon, "send every Moblin, Bokoblin, and whatever else there is to the edge of the desert. Let them wait out those pathetic heroes. Give them no choice but to fight. And soon, I will drink my wine from the boys skull! I'll cook with the Gorons skull! I will use the Skull Kid as a foot stool, roast the Zora over an open fire, use the fairy as a lantern, and will mount my fireplace with the horse and Wolfs heads! I will give the women to my forces for their job well done! And their demise with show that no-one dares to mess with Lord Ganondorf Dragmire! The Demon King Ganon!"

Vaati immediately shut up, and ran off. The had forces to rally. Ganon sat back onto his throne, giving an awful smile.

Ghirahim was about to leave before he heard, "wait! Ghirahim!"

Ghirahim turned to his master, "yes Lord Ganon?"

Ganon, "I would like to move the cells of the Princess and that little girl to sit here in the throne room. A nice reminder for the failure of the heroes…."

Ghirahim, "yes sir!"

He ran off to carry the order, as Ganon could only imagine the frightened cries of the two women he held captive. And he was eager to see their faces when news came of the Heroes demise….

I decided to have Nabooru as the leader of the Gerudo, since I've used mostly characters from OoT and MM. I wanted to include characters from other Zelda games though, (like Aryll, Ghirahim and Vaati in previous chapters), so you guys may soon see characters from other games like BOTW and TP.

Also, I wanted to include more moments from Ganon and his minions in order to set them up a little better as a dangerous force. Don't worry, more fighting is coming!