Here it is at last! Who knew that it would take so long to write one simple little book? Oh the hours I've slaved away in my room, recording all the thoughts and ideas that so often seem to explode out of my skull with little regard for what or whom they are directed toward. However, this literary journey has been nothing less than enlightening for me. On my part, writing has always been menial labor, requiring little skill except that of twirling my pencil and avoiding irritating cramps, but now I see it as an art form. To create dynamic characters, comprehensible sequences of events, even an entire world out of just words requires such intricacy, such creativity that I doubt if I will ever surpass my own aspirations on that front.
Now when I sit down to read a book, the pages portray more to me than just a story. I see the mood, tone, and message behind the chapters. The characters live and breathe with me, for that is how I envision my own characters. The words flow, for I endeavor to create fluidity in my own writing. The book itself becomes a window into the author's mind.
It is my strongest and most fervent wish that any readers of my book will consume its pages with an open mind, relaxing prejudice and discrimination fully until the final cover is closed. Alas, I am not naïve, and I realize that a topic such as the one I have ventured to recreate will incite skepticism no matter the circumstance; however I hold fast in defense of my work.
It is my avid belief that a prospective writer should not only write about something that they enjoy, but also about something that other people enjoy along with them. Writers must have readers, or else their writing is dead. I do not mean dead in regards to quality, but rather in regards to the evolution of quality! Without readers to critique and compliment their work, writers can quickly become dry and stale. Ours is a lifestyle akin to that of a plant, in constant need of watering and care.
Responsibility too then falls upon the reader. It is for you that these works of art are created. Would you let them shrivel? Or will you aspire to feed us that life-giving sustenance through your accolades and admonishments? I beseech you, do not be silent! Our worth is reflected through our growth and through the supporters of that growth. Critics are a rare luxury deserved by all who enter our field, but afforded by only a few.
In regards specifically to my readers at fanfiction, I am considering the option of writing a sequel based on the events that occured in the Epilogue. I'll probably title it, The Legend of Zelda: Sands of Time. If you think that this is something you would enjoy, please let me know! Review me! Critique me! Compliment me! Anything!
Also, you may or may not believe this, but this project does not merely end with the conclusion of this novel! I have the great fortune of being the producer and manager of a film company based in Washington. In fact, this entire story was written with a movie in mind. I have only to compose the script (in progress) and we can begin production! Over the course of this year, I have raised sufficient funds, created costumes, and gotten ahold of actors for the parts I need. Filming should commence this summer, and I would expect the footage to be edited and finalized by early fall at the latest.
This movie is NOT to be confused with just another typical Youtube fanfilm. Alpha Studios is a semi-professional, low-budget, organization that works primarily with high school and college kids to get them interested and integrated into the filming/acting industry. At our disposal are plenty of resources including professional editing software and fully capable editors, screenwriters (like myself), actors, directors, producers, professional equipment, etc. In fact, many of the people involved in Alpha Studios work more than one job! I am a writer and co-producer, but I am also being considered for the acting role of Link! Exciting!
If anyone is interested in the movie, suscribe to THIS story. I will post another chapter when it is avaliable. On the other hand, I am also curious as to if anybody would want me to post the screenplay as another chapter once it is finished. Talk to me! Let me know what you think! Questions, comments, whatever!
Below I've posted the Prophecy of Ages as it is referred to in the story. I wrote this BEFORE the rest of the story, and the quotes at the beginning of the chapters are actually taken from this. I thought that you all might be interested.
This is a record of a prophesy given by the Oracle of Ages in the land of Leburennu and translated by Princess Zelda of the Hylian Province:
Goddesses three made the world: Nayru, Faore , Din
Their depart marked beginnings pure and divine.
Beauty absent, a power was sought for
And Hyrule's last chapter was nigh.
At the trumpets call, a hero was born
That battle did do to the demon
At the bid of the princess did he arise
And subdue evil for the sake of freedom
Thus eternity's cycle was born
And ceaseless will wheel turn
The demon will not be eradicated
And princess not be put in ruin
Never-ending clash of sword will
By hero and demon be made
Of bloodlust and power will one destroy
Of virtue the other will save
The cycle never ceasing,
The land safe and populace prosperous
But imbalance terrible originate
And scales be turned by shadow
Old will topple, the new shall be found
The demon's wrath shall he witness
Youth still will he take the journey
The path he is set by the princess
Fraternity dear will be threatened
To incite his ceaseless search
Hero no longer with blade by his side
May ageless quest give him truth
Hero's might will be tested,
Ordeal tragic will he face
Power worthy, Wisdom plenty,
Courage proven too late
Hero that is no hero will he be
Nameless, faceless, lost
Surrender is his last resort
Prevented by love is his cost
Of sorrow will he be reborn,
Of despair will he prevail
The demon slain, the cycle restored
His loss will mark his tale.
O' rejoice! Nation unawares!
O' lament! Hero of Time!
May he find the melodious tune!
May he find the sands of time!