Chapter 1
Eighteen years later…
Near the kingdom's edge lay the Faron Woodlands south of Hyrule Castle. In those woods lies a settlement known as Ordon Village. This agricultural village had farming, fishing, hunting, and a massive ranch. Running this small village is its Mayor of twenty years, Bo Lund, a large middle-aged man with a mustache in the style of boar tusks. He is also the husband of a woman around his age known as Isabel, who is around the same age as him.
The morning had just started in the village, and everyone in it was about to start their day, including the Lund family. Isabel greeted him with a kiss as she finished prepping the table for breakfast.
"Breakfast is smelling good, dear," Bo complimented.
"Why, thank you." Isabel glances over to the other end of the table. There lie two unoccupied chairs. "Are the girls up yet?"
Before Bo could give his answer, A girl, sixteen years old, with blonde hair and green eyes, and overall the spitting image of Isabel, entered the kitchen.
"Morning, Mom. Morning Dad."
"Good morning, Ilia." Isabel greeted her daughter. "Did you sleep well?"
"I did."
"Is your sister up?" Bo asked.
"She probably slept in again."
"Again?" Isabel stated confusedly. "This is unlike her."
"Could you go and wake her then, please? Her breakfast is getting cold," Bo suggested to his daughter.
Ilia nodded in confirmation. She headed upstairs to her older sister's bedroom door. There wasn't a response when she knocked. Ilia opened the door and poked her head into the room. On the bed is a figure with long brown hair and pointy ears sticking out from under the blankets.
"Oh, Zelda~. Wakey, wakey," Ilia chirped.
The figure in the bed sluggishly turned over to face the teen, revealing to be a young woman. "Mmm...Ilia? What time is it?" Zelda tiredly mumbled.
"Later than you usually get up. Mom and Dad sent me to wake you up. Breakfast is ready."
Zelda rubbed tiredness out of her blue eyes. "Tell them I'll be out in a few minutes."
"Don't take too long now, big sis."
Ilia pulled out of the room and closed the door. Zelda slowly sat on her bed, scolding herself for sleeping late. She's usually an early bird, but lately, she's been having trouble sleeping. For several nights, weird and vague dreams kept appearing. After the third time, she told her family about it, but only bits of them. She didn't want to give her family unnecessary anxiety.
Zelda dresses in a simple shirt, pants, and boots. She then tied her hair in a single ponytail. The last thing she put on was a necklace she had had for as long as she could remember. The symbol of the Triforce dangled from the center of it. She then went downstairs to join her family for breakfast.
"Good morning, Mom, good morning, Dad. Sorry, I slept in late," Zelda apologized.
"It's quite alright, dear. Are you doing okay? You're usually the one who wakes your sister up when she sleeps in."
"I don't sleep in a lot, Dad!" Ilia asserted, earning a chuckle from her mother.
"Just another rough night," Zelda answered.
Isabel looked at her daughter with concern. "Was it those dreams again?" Zelda responded with a nod.
"Any idea why they keep happening or what they mean?" Ilia asked.
Zelda shrugged. "No idea."
"I'm sure they're nothing," Bo integrated into the conversation. "We all have weird recurring dreams every now and then. I best not worry about it."
"I'll try, Dad."
"Good. Now that's done, we have a little surprise for you."
Zelda watched Isabel and Ilia go into the kitchen. Several seconds later, they both walked out holding a plate of pancakes with berries made in them and a dash of whipped cream on top. Also on top was a small candle.
"Happy birthday, dear," Isabel said with a smile.
"Oh, you guys. You didn't have to." It was when Zelda remembered that today was her eighteenth birthday.
"Nonsense! It's your birthday," Bo insisted.
"Blow out the candle, big sis."
Zelda sat still with her eyes closed before she took a deep breath and blew out the candle. Her family gave applause and cheers.
"What'd you wish for?" Ilia asked.
"Can't tell you, little sister."
"Not even a hint?"
"Nope! Bad Luck!"
"Ah, c'mon!"
"Now, now, Ilia. No need to pester your sister," Bo gently chided.
"Fine. You guys stick to your silly superstitions." The teen gave a playful huff.
"Good. Now that's been settled, let's eat."
The family started their breakfast and discussed their plans for the day. Bo has his mayoral duties, while Isabel and sometimes Ilia help around the village. One of Zelda's daily activities was helping around the Ordon Ranch with her friend Link.
Link had been Zelda's best friend her whole life. They had done practically everything together since the moment Zelda could walk on her own. It was no secret to the entire village that the pair were inseparable. They both had a strong bond that may continue to get stronger as the years go on. If Zelda wasn't with her family, then it's guaranteed that she was with Link.
Zelda had just finished her breakfast and was about to head out the door when she heard Isabel call her.
"Yes, Mom?" Zelda stopped at the doorway.
Isabel had an unreadable expression. "...Your father and I want to discuss something important with you when you come home."
"Is it serious?"
"It's nothing dire. No need to rush yourself. Today is your birthday, so go and enjoy yourself."
"Alright. Love you both."
Isabel kissed Zelda's forehead. A look of worry crept across the older woman's face as Isabel watched her daughter leave the house.
"Are you alright, dear?" Her husband called to her.
"I'm fine, Bo. It's just…I wonder if she's ready to know about you know."
Bo looked at his wife tenderly, gently holding her hand. "Look...I'm not looking forward to this as much as you are. I've dreaded this day for so long, but Zelda needs to know this. She should hear from us rather than herself finding out. Surely she'll understand."
"...I sure hope you're right."
Right outside the Mayor's house was the family's personal stable. In it resides the only horse, Ahearn, who belongs to Zelda. Ahearn is a beautiful white stallion that was given to her as a birthday present several years ago. Initially, he was meant to be for her and Ilia, but the horse leaned towards Zelda over the years. Ahearn would be in the top three if she had a list of close friends below Ilia and Link.
After saddling up Ahearn, Zelda rode towards Link's home at the edge of the village. In front of his house is a silver bay mare called Epona, who belongs to Link. Zelda got off of Ahearn, gave Epona a pat, and walked to his front door. Making sure he was home, she knocked on his door loudly and shouted, "Link! Link, are you up?!"
A loud thud was heard from inside. Several moments later, a young blonde hair man stumbled out his door, still rubbing the sleep out of his blue-sapphire eyes.
"Morning sunshine," Zelda greeted with a smile.
"Morning to you, too," Link greeted sarcastically as he stretched his arms. "Why couldn't you just knock on my door normally like other people, Zel?"
"Because this way is more fun and enjoyable. Plus, normal is overrated. Now let's head over to the ranch before Ilia comes and steals Epona away."
"Hold that thought for a sec! I have something for you."
Link duck back into his home. He soon came back out, holding something that was wrapped, and handed it over to Zelda.
"What is it, Link?"
"You think I forget my best friend's birthday? It's your present. Now open it up!"
Placing her present on the ground, Zelda then unwrapped it. Underneath the wrappers was an archer's bow. "Link… How did you..."
"I remember how upset you were when your last bow was broken a few weeks back," Link answered. "I ask Rusl to help me make a new one."
Archery is a skill Zelda is very good at. When she was young, one of her favorite stories she likes to read was about the adventures of a heroic pirate who braved the seas. One of this pirate's best-known traits was her archery skill, which inspired Zelda to become an archer. She begged her parents for a bow for weeks before they caved in.
The bow she previously owned had been broken a few weeks back during a hunt where a boar she was hunting spotted and charged up at her, causing her to fall on her bow and snap it. She was upset about it for days.
Zelda hugged him. "Thank you, Link. I love it."
"No problem." The pair pulled away from each other. "Now, how 'bout I race you over to Ordon ranch?"
"You're on."
They both got on their horses and rode over to Ordon Ranch. The ranch is run by Damon and his wife, Talia. Also working there was their seventeen-year-old son, Fado. Both Link and Zelda would often help around the ranch, be it caring for the goats, feeding Cuccos and gathering their eggs, tending to the crops, and basically taking care of the ranch in general. Sometimes when they had spare time, Fado would let Link and Zelda ride their horses around the ranch and even jump over small fences made by Fado. All of this was approved by Fado's parents, just as long as the work was done.
The pair arrived at the ranch. The goats were already gazing at the ranch field. At the entrance was Fado. He was tall and had a large build, but he was a gentle person.
"Morning Link. Morning Zelda," Fado waved at them.
"Hey, Fado," Link waved back at him. "How are you doing?"
"I'm fine. Happy birthday, Zelda."
"Thanks," Zelda said. "Where are your parents?"
"They're in the barn. They have something for you. Follow me."
The pair got off their horses and followed their friend across the ranch field. They approached the barn.
"Hey, Dad, they're here!" Fado knocked on the large barn doors.
The doors opened, with a middle-aged man that resembled Fado emerging out. "Good morning, you two."
"Morning, Damon," Zelda greeted. "Fado said you and Talia had something for me?"
"Yes. Right in here. Bring Ahearn along too."
Zelda grabbed her horse's bridle and guided him inside. Fado's mother, Talia, was at the other end of the barn. Next to her was something that was covered with a blanket.
"Hello, Zelda."
"Hi, Talia. What's under there?"
"Our birthday gift to you. You need to close your eyes first before we can show you. Link, could you do that?"
"Uh, sure." Link placed his hand over both of Zelda's eyes.
"What? You guys don't trust me?" Zelda joked.
"Just keep your eyes closed," Fado urged.
All she heard was the sound of the blanket being moved. "Can I see it now?"
"Yep. Link, move your hands," Fado answered.
Link removed his hands from Zelda's eyes. In front of her looked like a brand new horse saddle that looked big enough to put on Ahearn.
"You like it?" Fado asked.
"It's wonderful! Where'd you guys get this?"
"We made it," Damon answered. "Bo told us that your current saddle was falling apart, so we decided to help. We made this one from the finest leather we could find."
"We also added some other touches as well." Talia pointed to added materials. "Small pouches to keep snacks, a bag to keep your bow & arrows, and other things.
"You guys didn't have to go through all this trouble."
Damon lifted his hand. "It was no trouble, Zelda. You've helped around the ranch for so many years. The least we can do is return the favor. Surely the Mayor's daughter deserves the best."
"Well... thanks."
"You want us to put the saddle on Ahearn?" Fado asked
"Sure."
Damon and Fado spent several moments putting the new saddle on Ahearn. Once it was properly put on, Zelda climbed on her horse's back and sat on the saddle.
"Comfortable?" Talia asked her.
"It is. You guys did a good job."
"Anything for the birthday girl."
"Alright, now that's all done; say you three get to work," Damon suggested.
"You're seriously gonna make Zelda work on her birthday, Dad?"
"I don't mind," Zelda assured Fado. "Someone needs to get the work done."
"If you insist. Come onto the ranch, and I'll tell your jobs for the day…." Damon instructed.
Throughout the day, Link and Zelda did their usual duties. They had even finished early than they usually do. Fado suggested that they race their horses around the ranch since they had done so in a while, which was perfect for Zelda to get more use to the new saddle. After a short time, they grew tired and left the ranch for the day.
The saddle from Fado's parents was not the last of her birthday gifts given to her. Several members of the village had contributed to the gift-giving. Jaggle and his wife Pergie, a local couple who farms pumpkins, had baked her a special birthday pumpkin pie. Sera, a woman who runs a local store with the help of her husband Hanch, had offered Zelda anything she wanted from the store for half of the original price for the next month. This was just of the few of the people in the village who have given her such great gifts, and it probably won't be the last birthday to do so.
After all that was done, Zelda and Link rode through the forests for a while. Eventually, they decided to relax at the banks of the Ordon Spring. They lay flat on their backs as the sun's rays peeked through the trees.
"What a day." Zelda breathed, basking in the sunlight
"Tired from the gift receiving?" Link quipped
"Maybe a little, but I'm used to it. The village always goes crazy with the gifts on me and Ilia on birthdays and holidays."
"Well, you two are the Mayor's daughters. I think you both deserve the best they can offer."
"I appreciate the gestures, but they don't have to overdo it. I'm fine with something simple."
"Are you really okay? You normally don't sound so...irritated."
"Sorry." Zelda apologized. "I'm just having issues sleeping again."
"Another weird dream?
"The same one."
"You've been having that a lot lately. Are you gonna do anything about it?"
"Dad suggested it would go away eventually. Maybe they will stop. And what can I do, really? I'm not going to worry about it."
"If you say so. But I'm here for you if you ever need to talk about it."
"Thanks… There's another thing. My mom told me that she and Dad wish to discuss something important with me later."
"About what?" Link turned on his side frontside facing Zelda.
Zelda turned on her side, facing Link as well. "I don't know. She said it isn't anything serious, though."
"If it isn't, then I don't think it's anything to worry about."
"Mom told me the same thing. I guess you're both right. Besides, I shouldn't spend my birthday worrying about things that aren't a big deal anyway."
The pair continued to hang out near the spring for a little longer. They just talked and joked like any good pair of friends would do. After a while, Zelda noticed that the sky was getting dark. "We should probably head back now."
"Not a bad idea. I'm so tired." Link sat up, stretching his arms
"When are you never 'tired,' Link?"
"I'm not always tired."
Zelda giggled. "Sure. And I'm the Princess of Hyrule."
Both friends got on their horses and rode back to the village. The quickest way to the town was a small bridge over a small gorge. The bridge is the fastest way to the village and safer for the horses. There was another way, but one would have to go around the woods, which takes a reasonable amount of time.
When they reached the village side, Zelda got off Ahearn and went to the gate. It was a rule in the village that the bridge gate must be closed at dusk. This was done mainly by Zelda, Link, or Rusl, the local swordsman & blacksmith. The only downside is that the gate can be challenging to close, which Zelda had to deal with quite often.
Zelda gritted her teeth as she struggled with the gate. "...Move, you piece of sh-"
"Let me help you." Link came by her side and helped close the gate doors. Once that was done, Zelda locked it securely.
"There we go!" Zelda looked at the gate, placing her hands on her hips. She let out a sigh. "I remember when we didn't need this."
There was once a time during a good chunk of Link and Zelda's childhood when the gate didn't even exist. Unfortunately, populations of Moblins, Bokoblins, Bulblins, and various other types of monsters have increased in recent years, especially in this part of Hyrule. That also increased of chances of running into such creatures. There had been an incident a few years back where one of these monsters stumbled their way into the village. Fortunately, it had been dealt with before it could cause long-term damage. Soon after, Bo had the gate bridge built as a precaution.
"Didn't Bo write to the King asking for help to deal with the monsters?"
"Yeah, for like three years," Zelda replied in an aggravated tone. "Each response was the same, with the king saying that he had 'more important matters than a dealing with a local scuffle with monsters.' Dad gave up around a year and a half ago."
"King Ganondorf probably has other important things to worry about. You heard of this group of criminals called 'The Resistance.' I hear he's been having a hard time dealing with them. Besides, there haven't been any problems since the gate got set up."
"I know, but Mom used to tell me the problem with monsters was never this bad and that the old king used to do something about it. King Ganondorf could at least try to do the same."
"I agree, but you can't get what you want, no matter how much you want it."
"I guess…" She crossed her arms
"Anyways, I'm gonna head home now. See you tomorrow?"
"Yeah."
"Alright. Happy birthday, again."
They both said their goodbyes and parted ways to their homes. Zelda guided Ahearn through the village, towards her family's stable. Footsteps echoed behind her as she unsaddled her horse.
"Good evening, Zelda." A male voice greeted her.
Turning around, Zelda sees a tall man in his early thirties with a beard standing not too far from her. On his back is a sheathed sword, and wore a headband.
"Evening, Rusl," Zelda greeted him with a smile. "Link and I already closed the gate."
"I saw you two walking in. Thank you. I see you have your new bow."
"Yeah. Thanks for that. How's Colin been?"
"He's better, actually. Enough to step out of the house tomorrow. Can't say the same for the other kids. That Cucco Pox outbreak seemed to hit them harder than it did to Colin."
"I can only guess. I remember when I got the Cucco Pox. Not very pleasant."
"At least you and Colin handled it better than Link did."
"Oh yeah. From what Mom told me, Link wouldn't stop complaining. He hates not being able to do anything. And this is coming from the same guy who likes eating and sleeping."
Rusl gave a chuckle. "You know Link. Anyways, I just stopped by to say hello and say happy birthday. Uli and Colin also send their birthday wishes. Goodnight."
"Night."
Once Rusl walked out of her sight, Zelda went into her house. Immediately after walking in, she found her parents sitting at the table; nervous expressions were on their faces.
"Mom, Dad, I'm home now." Zelda looked around a bit and took notice of her little sister's absence. "Where's Ilia?"
"We sent her on an errand. Your mother and I wanted to share this with you first. There's something you need to know about...yourself." Bo gestured to the empty chair and said. "Please, take a seat." To which Zelda obliged.
"Zelda, have you ever wondered why you look...different from us?" Isabel questioned her.
Zelda gave her mother an odd look as she comprehended the question. Though she could see why her mother would ask that. Her parents and sister were all blondes (at least Bo was before he went bald) and had green eyes. Zelda, on the other hand, has brown hair and blue eyes. She, like Link, has pointy ears, much similar to Hylians, rather than normal ears like most in the village. Despite that, Zelda never really thought about it that much. She did, however, wonder why her mother was bringing it up.
"Maybe, but not a whole lot...Why are you asking me this?"
Isabel took a deep breath and told her daughter the whole story. "You see, Zelda, about eighteen years ago, something arrived here…."
Eighteen years ago...
It was just another simple day in the village, though it was quieter than usual. Most likely because word had recently reached the village that King Daphnes had been murdered. It had only been a few days since the news made it and a week since the king's murder. The village mourned for the king, but they could only hope for the best and get on with their lives.
Isabel was going about her day. Not too far away, she saw a one-year-old Link and his father, Leal, near the pond, where the older man was teaching his son how to fish. They had only arrived just several months ago. From what she knew, Leal's wife died shortly before he and Link arrived in the village. They came with only a horse and the clothes on their back. The town had helped them settle down and welcomed them as part of the community.
Isabel would often watch Link whenever Leal was busy with other things. She one day hoped to have children of her own. Whenever she brought the topic to her husband, he said he wasn't ready and quickly changed the subject. Isabel knew that Bo wanted children, but he was insecure about it due to having his own parents neglecting him throughout his childhood.
Leal and Link had to continue fishing when the toddler turned his head around. He was staring at where the water had entered. Then, with his father's attention away, Link got to his feet, picked up his little fishing pole, and started walking to where he was looking. Now Isabel knew Link to be an obedient toddler and never wander off. Yet, he looked like someone was telling him to walk over there.
Thankfully, Link stopped at the edge of the water in the village, but Isabel kept an eye on him just to be safe. She watches Link cast a line over the long grass-like plants and cattails, where the water from a nearby river, separated by a massive rock wall, entered. The toddler gave several huge tugs before something emerged from the plants. It wasn't a fish, but a basket.
Isabel's interest was brought toward the basket. Link reeled the basket onto the shore with another tug. He looks at it, eyes indicating he wants to know what is inside, with Isabel feeling the same. Then, Link placed his little hands on the lid, slowly removing it. Isabel couldn't see what was inside, but judging by Link's expression, it was indeed something interesting. He looked with curiosity before he stuck his left hand in the basket. And for a moment, Isabel thought she saw his left-hand glow before it faded away quickly. That was quickly forgotten as a noise emerged from a basket.
A noise that sounded like...giggling.
Now Isabel knew it was the time to intervene to see what was happening. What she saw in the basket was something she did not expect.
In the basket is a baby girl. She had brown hair and blue eyes and was clearly a Hylian, like Link. Isabel was shocked. This infant looked to be at least several months old. Who would leave their baby in a river? The baby noticed Isabel and tried to reach for her before she started babbling loudly. Loud enough for other villagers, including Leal, to hear, they all headed to the scene. They, too, were shocked to see a baby in the basket. Leal was the first to step in.
"What is the name of Hyrule?" Leal muttered in complete disbelief. "Isabel...what is?"
"She came from the river. Link reeled her in."
Isabel kneeled at the basket to better look at the infant. As she looked more inside the basket, she saw two other items. One was a necklace with the Triforce at the center. Another was a folded piece of paper. Isabel picked it up and unfolded it, and found a written message.
'To whoever finds this basket,
Please take care of my daughter. For I am unable to do the same for her. Give her a good, safe life. Her name is Zelda. Protect her with your life.'
There wasn't a signature or anything. Isabel looked at the note again before putting it into her pocket. She slowly reached into the basket and gently picked up the baby, now known as Zelda. The infant was giggling and smiling, most likely unaware of its situation. She became more comfortable in Isabel's arms and snuggled up in them. Looking at her, the baby was warming her into Isabel's heart.
While she may not be a mother, Isabel could feel the instinct kicking in. An idea came to her. If she can convince her husband, she may adopt this child. She held the baby close and got on her feet.
Everyone looked with amusement and whispered among themselves, unsure what to make of this. Isabel shot them quite a glare as if she was saying this baby was one of them now. Needless to say, everyone quit staring and whispering.
"Let's meet your father, little one," Isabel smiled at the baby.
Leal picked up Link as Isabel walked by them. As the two passed the father-son pair, Link looked at Zelda and gave the infant a big smile. Unaware to everyone, it was the start of a very close friendship.
Bo was surprised to see his wife come home with a sleeping baby. Isabel had explained the infant's sudden appearance before sharing her idea of adopting the child. Bo seemed hesitant about the idea.
"Isabel, I'm not sure we're ready to raise a child yet. I'm not even sure if I'm ready."
Isabel still had the baby in her arms as she tried to convince her husband. "I know that, dear. But what if this is a sign from the goddesses themselves? This child needs someone to care for her. She needs us. I can't really explain it, but there's something special about her. "
Bo thought about this long and hard. Having a child was a big step and would change many things. Growing up, his own parents were never around for most of his life, causing him to fear that he would pass that off. But looking at the baby in his wife's arms made him think differently. If what Isabel said was true, then this child needs a family. Maybe he was ready for this step in life.
"Alright. We'll adopt her."
Isabel hugged him with her free arm. After which, Bo looked at the infant with care in his eyes.
"Do you want to hold her, dear?"
Bo nodded after several seconds. Isabel carefully places the baby in Bo's arms.
"What did you say her name was?" Bo asked.
"The note said it was Zelda."
"Well, she's our little Zelda now." Bo and his wife watch their newest family member sleep in Bo's arms.
"...After that, we both took you in and...You know the rest."
Zelda just sat there, comprehending the new information that her parents just revealed. Revealing that she was adopted. She was orphaned. No...she was abandoned as a baby. It was a lot to take in for her.
"Why haven't you guys told me this before?!"
"We wanted to wait till you were old enough to understand. We figured today would be the right time."
With that answered, Zelda then focused on the following question in her mind. "But who and why would leave me like that?"
Bo took a deep sigh. "We wish we knew. The necklace you're wearing and this note is all that was with you." Bo handed Zelda a piece of folded old paper, gesturing for her to take it. Zelda took it and read it in utter silence.
"Does Ilia know about this?"
"No...we were wondering if you want to tell her or want us to," Isabel said.
"You can tell her. I want to be alone right now."
Zelda left the room, and the sound of the door to her bedroom slammed shut. Isabel took a deep sigh.
"...That went better than I thought," Bo broke the silence.
"No doubt she's upset. I guess that's to be expected," Isabel said.
"She just needs time to take it all in. For now, let's respect her wishes for privacy."
All Bo and Isabel could do that evening was staying silent and wait for Ilia to return to tell her the same thing they said, Zelda.
The young woman marched into her bedroom. She reflected on the information that her parents had shared. She was adopted. It would explain why she had features that were far from different from her family. But that still leaves the question. Who left her in the river all those years ago?
From the letter she was given, she could make out that it was at least one of her parents. Her gut feeling tells her that it was her blood mother, perhaps. If so, why did her mother leave her in the river? Did her blood mother even love her? Or did she leave her for other reasons? Reasons that she dared not fathom, some of which would be disheartening to listen to them.
Zelda glanced out her window. The stars are plastered in the sky, indicating it is very late. A yawn escaping her mouth was a good indicator for her to turn in for the day. It sounded like a good idea. Zelda cleaned herself up and then dressed in her nightwear. As soon she hit her bed, slumber overcame her.
There was a towering man with a bushy beard and white blonde hair. He looked to be a man of high status since he was wearing an elegant red robe with a headpiece resembling a crown.
Along with him was a beautiful young woman with blonde hair as well. She was seemingly the man's wife as she was wearing the same kind of clothes, only a pink and white dress, and she was wearing a headpiece with a centered jewel.
The two were close to each other and smiling as they looked at what the woman was holding, something wrapped around in blankets.
Zelda darted her eyes open and bolted upwards on her bed. It was still in the middle of the night. She leaned forward and rubbed her temple with her fingers.
It was that dream again, much more straightforward this time. What did it mean? Why did she have them? Did she meet those people before? Unfortunately, Zelda didn't have the answer. All she could do was go back to sleep.
And here we have Chapter 1. Unlike the previous version, I delved more into Zelda's life in Ordon Village.
And like before, Zelda & Ilia are adoptive sisters. I wanted to do something different than how the fandom usually portrays their relationship (be it having them as close acquaintances or downright hating each other). Figure that would be a neat twist.
Lund-(Norse origin) Indicated a person who lived near a grove of trees, from Old Norse Lund meaning "grove". (Taken from the Behind the Name website. I figure I should give Zelda's adoptive family a last name. I chose this one because I thought it would be fitting for them (that and Bo's name is also from Norse origin).
Another difference, I renamed Zelda's horse's Ahearn. It's Celtic for 'horse' or horse lord. (Fun fact: Epona, Link's horse, shares the same name as a Celtic goddess who protects horses).
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