Chapter 17: On The Road Again
Link and the others found themselves outside Zora's Domain after using the warp to exit the Lakebed Temple.
"Let's see how the Zoras are doing before we go," suggested Zelda.
Link nodded to show his agreement as the six heroes once again entered the domain. Upon entering they were approached by Ralis who was alongside Eagle and Dudley.
"Hey everyone how was your excursion in the temple?" asked Ralis.
"It went well, we were able to quell the beasts in there and obtain the item we needed for our journey," answered Link.
"That's wonderful to hear, well I'm relieved that you guys were able to stop the problem at its root," said Ralis.
"Our quest is not over yet, the big problem still remains," chimed in Alex.
"He's right, but we're making good progress though," added Chun-Li.
"I see what you mean, I'm going to travel about and see if I can stop any disturbances I may see, maybe some of our old friends would be willing to help us," stated Dudley.
"That's awesome man, especially if we're tied up it'll be good to have someone that can take out the trash in our absence," remarked Ken.
"As for me, I'm going to stay here and help out the Zora folk in case someone comes to attack them again," informed Eagle.
"And for us, we must get back to our ongoing quest, for more Secret Texts need to be found," said Ryu.
"We wish you well on your adventure, maybe I'll cross paths with you at some point again," piped up Dudley.
"Yes, take care of yourselves friends, and again thank you for helping Miss Cammy out too," added Ralis.
"No problem, you guys be safe as well and thanks for everything," called out Link as him and the others waved goodbye to Dudley, Eagle, and the Zora tribe before leaving the domain.
"So where do we go now?" asked Alex
"Hmm, that's a good question, we don't really have any leads as to where we should go," said Zelda.
"I say we explore the town, who knows what we might find," suggested Link.
"Not a bad idea at all," replied Zelda as her and the others began to stroll down the streets of London and explore what it had to offer.
"Hmm, this is quite a nice city in your world," commented Link.
"I think so too, lots of historical sites in this part of our world," remarked Chun-Li.
"And if you like to drink, lots of great pubs too," added Ken.
"I wonder if they've discovered the wonderful taste of Chateau Romani yet," said Link.
"What exactly is that?" inquired Ryu.
"It's a special brand of milk that's mixed with some alcoholic ingredients, it's quite good," answered Zelda.
"I'm not much of a drinker," said Ryu.
"Hey, there's a shop, we could use more supplies," commented Link pointing out a nearby shop.
With that, the six heroes stopped into the shop and stocked up on arrows, bombs, and potion among other things. After paying and leaving the shop, time suddenly froze for everyone but the heroes once again.
"Link, can you hear me!" called out the voice of Sahasrala.
"Yeah, what's going on?" inquired Link.
"There's something going on in the continent of Africa," answered Sahasrala as he materialized in front of everyone.
"Africa is a big continent, where exactly in Africa is this occurring old man?" asked Alex.
"Ah yes, it's the country of Kenya to be precise, Ganondorf and Urien's minions are attacking a misplaced Great Fairy there," answered Sahasrala.
"A Great Fairy, sounds like we better go and save it," said Ken.
"Indeed, the Great Fairy might give us some help in return as well," replied Zelda.
"Then teleport us over there pronto!" exclaimed Chun-Li.
"At once great heroes," said Sahasrala as he teleported the six warriors to the landscape of Kenya. As soon as they were out of sight, time began to flow normally once again. Soon, the heroes found themselves overlooking a vast plain with a few trees adorning it and lush grass all around. A few animals grazed about as the sun beat down on the landscape of Kenya.
"Oh great Nayru, it's hot over here," gasped Link.
"Yeah, I agree with you on that, but where is this Great Fairy supposed to be?" asked Chun-Li.
From out of nowhere a shrill cry was heard a few feet away, causing the others to perk up and determine where it was coming from.
"That cry sounded like it was coming from the east," called out Ken.
"You're right, we better head over there," responded Alex.
Link and company quickly began to run towards the direction the cries coming from. After a while of running, Link and the others found a group of Moblins lugging about their large spears attacking a small pink colored fairy.
"Looks like the Great Fairy has had her body broken up, we better save the fairy so that way we can the Great Fairy whole again," informed Link.
Zelda shot a Din's Fire at the Moblins hitting a few of them and making them fly back a few feet. The pig like creatures sat up and snorted angrily at the heroes and went charging at them with spears pointed outwards.
The six split up each taking on some Moblins. One of the beasts swung its spear at Zelda who repelled the strike with Nayru's Love. Zelda then fired a magical blast from her palms making the Moblin crash into another. Zelda then leapt into the air and kicked both Moblins making them vanish in a puff of smoke. Link used the Clawshot to pull the spear out of one of the Moblin's hands and then threw the spear back at the Moblin dispatching of it. Another one of the beasts tried to sneak up behind Link however he leapt forward and then turned around bashing the Moblin in the face with his shield before slashing it into oblivion. Alex then leapt at one and slammed the Moblin to the ground with his Spiral DDT; another Moblin then swung his spear at the buff blonde however Alex promptly ducked under it and grabbed the Moblin with a Power Bomb sending the pig monster up in smoke. Chun-Li leapt over the heads of the Moblins and fired her Kikoken at them hitting one of the beasts. As two more charged at her, Chun-Li flipped herself upside down.
"Spinning Bird Kick!" yelled Chun-Li.
Spinning towards the Moblins with high velocity, they were riddled by numerous kicks and vanquished shortly afterwards.
A Moblin rushed at Ken and tried to jab him with his spear, Ken jumped over the spear and kicked the Moblin in the face and as another went to back up his buddy. Ken started to spin forward.
"Tatsumakisenpuukyaku!" shouted Ken.
Ken spun at the Moblins riddling them with numerous kicks. As they stood dazed, Ken finished the Moblins off with a powerful roundhouse kick to the head. The remnants of the Moblin horde decided to target Ryu who patiently waited for them to come to him before he dodged the spear of one Moblin making him strike his companion and as the Moblin looked in shock, Ryu laid a quick combo into him making the last Moblin go up in smoke. The stray fairy then flew down knowing that she was safe from any more harm.
"Phew, you really saved my life back there. Those monsters split my body up, although the rest of the pieces have gotten safely back to the Fairy Fountain, I'm the last one," answered the stray fairy.
"Really, did you have help in getting most of your stray fairies back to the fountain?" questioned Link.
"Yes, a young native girl here was helping me out with that," answered the stray fairy.
"Yeah, I was out looking for this one, but I guess you six beat me to it," chimed in another voice.
At that moment, a six foot tall ebony skinned woman walked towards the heroes with a smile on her face. She had short white hair and was clothed in a white bikini like garment.
"Hey Elena, good to see you again," said Alex.
"I witnessed those beasts attacking the fountain and so I decided to help out that poor fairy, it's been quite a task getting all those stray fairies back," stated Elena.
"Still, I thank you for all your hard work; now just get me back to the Fairy Fountain please," chimed in the stray fairy.
"You heard the little pixie, let's take her home," remarked Ken.
"I know the way back to the fountain, just follow me," said Elena.
With great haste, Link and company then followed Elena through the Kenyan plains as she led them to where the Fairy Fountain was. The occasional Chu-Chu would pop out of the ground to attack the heroes, but they were easily dispatched of with one good hit giving Link and his crew more rupees to spend in shops and for other things they may have needed.
"What exactly are those gems those monsters drop anyways?" asked Elena.
"They're rupees, our world's form of currency," answered Link.
"Ah, monsters go shopping, that's strange," said Elena.
"Tell me about it," replied Chun-Li.
After a while of walking through the savannah, Elena led them to a cave with lots of vines hanging over the entryway.
"This is the place, now let's that Great Fairy whole," said Elena.
Link and the others nodded in agreement and ran into the cave. Inside were a lot of stone pillars flanking a shallow pool of water and a series of fairies similar to the one they just rescued flitting about in the pool. The stray fairy they had rescued then flew out of Link's pouch and joined the rest of the fairies. A bright light shone making everyone cover their eyes and as the light died down. A dark blue bodied figure with light blue hair and a light blue dress overlooked the heroes.
"Whoa, this is the Great Fairy?" gasped Alex.
"Yes, I am one of many Great Fairies that live in Link and Zelda's home world. I thank you all for making me whole once again. Please accept this gift as a token of my appreciation," said the Great Fairy as she gave them a bottle filled with Fairy's Tears.
"What's this supposed to do?" asked Chun-Li.
"When you drink this, it will heal you and also increase your offensive and defensive capabilities for a short time. Whenever you need more, don't hesitate to visit me or any other Great Fairy," answered the Great Fairy.
"Excellent, thanks for the amazing gift," called out Ken.
"Do not mention it, and please make sure to visit whenever you grow weary from your travels, may the gods of both worlds be with you," said the Great Fairy as she vanished into the fountain. With that, the seven fighters exited the fountain.
"So what do we do now?" asked Ryu.
"Hey Elena, where's the nearest town around here?" inquired Alex.
"Ah, now that you mention it, there's a village that's from that other world not too far from here, they have renowned shaman there and some strange mountain dwelling folks that live around that region," answered Elena.
"She must be talking about Kakariko Village," said Zelda.
"Yeah, it was called something like that, you want to go there?" asked Elena.
"Yes please, we might be able to find some clues as to where to go next over there," answered Link.
"Ok, again I know the way there since I've stopped by there on a few occasions," informed Elena.
"Then would you mind being our guide once again?" asked Link.
"No, not at all, just follow me and I'll have you there soon," said Elena.
Without any more hesitance, Elena led Link and company through the savannah as they set off to Kakariko Village to see if they could find any clues as to where they would need to go next in order to obtain their fourth Secret Text.
Author's Note: Yeah, I know this chapter is kind of slow. Anyways, next chapter will have more action and stuff in there. I'm stoked that Yun and Yang have been added into the arcade version of Super Street Fighter IV. Aside from that though, I'm off to go work on the next chapter so until then, please read and review.