-The Legend of Zelda: Island of Dreams-

Link and Zelda looked behind them to see who exactly had spoken to them. It was a large ghost-like being they recognized as a Poe, but it was larger and fatter, and instead of carrying a lantern, its entire body was covered in eerie purple flames. The ghost seemed to be talking to itself.

Ghost: "Perfect, first I get chubby, and now I gotta deal with a couple of kids? Seems my job satisfaction was way higher when I was actually fighting off warriors instead of running a trial for children."

Zelda: "Wait, chubby? You saw where my father went?"

Ghost: "Chubby was your dad? Sheesh, not much of a resemblance."

Link: "Who are you, you big ball of fire?"

Smoldergeist: "Ah, my name. I am Smoldergeist, Ancient Pi'illo Warrior- at least I was, until the kingdom collapsed. I was sentenced to haunt the ruins of Pi'illo Castle for all eternity, and protect the castle's treasure from those who couldn't pass a series of difficult trials."

Link: "Seems like a good way to keep out theives."

Smoldergeist: "Honestly, the trials are pathetic for the most part. The only reason the treasure isn't gone by now is that nobody actually came to steal it. I've been bored out of my freaking mind for centuries now."

Zelda: "Maybe we should try to find this treasure, Link. Daddy's probably along the way."

Smoldergeist: "So, thanks for stopping by, but I... wait, you're going after the treasure? Well, sorry, silly girl, this treasure's not moving from its resting place! Finally, some action! Try to solve the trials if you DARE! HA!"

Smoldergeist vanished into thin air. Zelda decided to head down the only hallway that they could find, which lead to a large room with large platforms floating magically above ground, and a horde of Boroblins beneath them. Smoldergeist reappeared next to the duo as they looked over the pit of monsters.

Smoldergeist: "Trial number one- the Trial of Power! These platforms are the only way across this chasm, but any amount of weight will make them fall into the pit of Boroblins, who will promptly kill you and devour your remains! There's no way past here! You kids are trapped!"

As Smoldergeist cackled to himself, Link pulled out his Silver Sword and beckoned for Zelda to do the same. The two leaped into the pit, slashing at any Boroblin that got near them. By the time Smoldergeist stopped laughing, the whole pit was empty, and Zelda discovered a small stone ladder that lead up to the other side of the chasm.

Smoldergeist: "Wh-WHAT?! That's CHEATING!"

Zelda: "Ghost, there aren't any rules to these trials. Heck, I'll even bet the platforms aren't weight-activated, and you were just tricking us."

Link: "If they were weight-activated, the king never would've gotten past here."

Smoldergeist: "OH, YOU SUCK! Fine, they weren't weight-activated, but could you have at least saved a few Boroblins for anyone else who tried the trials?"

Link: "Sorry, not an option, Inviso-Bill. Come on, Zelda, King Harkinian's probably up this way."

The next room was much smaller than the last one. Inside were small tiles embedded in the ground that bore the Pi'illo emblem on them. Smoldergeist reappeared, looking much more angry at Link and Zelda.

Smoldergeist: "Trial number two- the Trial of Wisdom! Under one of these tiles is a key that will unlock the door to the third and final trial. All the other ones contain bombs, which will end your life if you pick them. Which one is the right one, kids?"

Link began knocking slightly on the tiles to hear if they were hollow or not, whereas Zelda just walked up to the door. Link spent what seemed like forever searching and eventually gave up. Zelda simply pushed the door and it opened.

Link: "What the heck?"

Smoldergeist: "I agree, what the heck did you do?"

Zelda: "Simple logic, really. We still haven't seen my father yet, meaning he's made it past here. That would mean he got the key to the door. According to the Pi'illopedia, Pi'illo Island keys have the same tendency as Hylian keys to vanish entirely when a door is unlocked. So, if he unlocked the door, the key wouldn't be under a tile, and there was no reason we wouldn't be able to walk right through the open door."

Smoldergeist: "Hoooooooly shinkies, this girl is smart. But that intelligence won't help you on this final challenge! Good luck, brats! You're going to need it!"

The final trial lead into a long tunnel with a thick carpet, which had several patches where mold was growing. On the other end, there was a massive door with the Pi'illo emblem on it. Once again, Smoldergeist materialized next to the two heroes. This time, though, the fiery ghost looked thoroughly ticked off.

Smoldergeist: "Trial number three- the Trial of Courage! This ghostly carpet is actually an illusion, and there are several holes into a pit of deadly spikes that are obscured by this illusion. The treasure's on the other side. But you will never be able to make it! So, HA!"

Zelda started walking first, easily making it to the other side. Smoldergeist was even more stunned this time.

Smoldergeist: "HOW DID YOU MAKE IT TO THE OTHER SIDE WITHOUT SO MUCH AS LEANING OVER?!"

Zelda: "Wasn't even logic that time. If you're hiding a pit of spikes under an illusory carpet, don't make the part that's not real look different than the stuff that is real. Avoid the moldy parts, Link!"

Link: "Zelda, your dad's in that treasure room! I feel it in my gut!"

Smoldergeist: "Which you will not have in a few seconds! Behold the power of Smoldergeist!"

The flaming ghost began firing a massive assortment of fireballs at Link as he slowly made his way across the carpet. It wasn't long before he had made it to Zelda. Smoldergeist had apparently vanished since they beat all the trials, so they entered the next room. It was massive, and shaped like a huge church. On an altar on a platform was a large statue holding a couple of objects. And in the middle of the room was King Harkinian.

Zelda: "Daddy! I'm so glad to see you!"

Harkinian: "Zelda, my darling! I can't believe you made it through all those trials! And Link, thank you so much for helping her!"

Link: "Quite honestly, Your Highness, if you of all people made it through there without harm, I'm sure we would be able to easily. Now, let's check out this "treasure" before we head back."

They walked up to the altar and looked at what was in its hands. There were two small stone boomerangs, each of which bore the Pi'illo emblem. Link and Zelda each grabbed one.

You got the Pi'illo Boomerang! This ancient stone tool was used by Pi'illo Kingdom warriors. Use it to retrieve objects and put out fires. You can even use it in battle to stun your foes!

The third item on the altar was all too familiar to the group. It was a smaller version of the pillow rock that the monster had appeared out of, though it seemed to have different markings. Zelda picked it up and put it in their inventory.

Harkinian: "I have to say- that was kind of a dissapointing treasure."

Link: "I dunno, this boomerang is kind of cool. And I'm willing to bet that the rock thing is valuable to historians."

Zelda: "Somehow, I'm getting some sort of vibe from the rock. I have no clue what it is, but it's a little... comforting."

Harkinian: "Is it just me or is it getting hotter in here?"

The children had no time to answer, as a massive burst of purple fire flared into being in front of them. Once it cleared, they once again saw Smoldergeist, who looked madder than anything they had seen before.

Smoldergeist: "You... have RUINED ME! I was the greatest warrior of the Pi'illo Kingdom, and not only was I reduced to some sort of signpost, the treasure I protected was taken by a couple of KIDS! I am NOT letting you go, brats! Behold trial number four- the Trial of Smoldergeist! And the last trial you kids will ever attempt!"

==Here comes the first boss!

Anyway, the Pi'illo Boomerang is the first showing of a trend I have when making items in a Zelda fangame- either I make an entirely new item, or I redesign an old one. The new and improved Pi'illo Boomerang not only stuns opponents like in Wind Waker, but also puts out overworld fires (all items are usable in and out of battle, too) and can activate gears.

Please review!