As the clouds loomed heavily above the Zora kingdom, a relentless downpour enveloped the land, sending the inhabitants scurrying for sheKingdomin their homes. Rain was a familiar occurrence in the Kingdom, often accompanied by distant rumbles of thunder. However, on this particular day, an unmistakably unsettling atmosphere hung in the air, prompting the locals to seek refuge near the safety of the castle walls. The diligent guards in the field were the only souls braving the tempest, steadfastly carrying out their regular patrols and investigations despite the relentless rain.

Despite Princess Zelda's imposing presence and the heightened security measures, a sense of unease hung in the air, as if an imminent disaster loomed over them. This feeling grew even stronger two days into Zelda's visit when a royal guard from the castle arrived at the Zora Kingdom while she was in an audience with the Zora King. The Guard's mission was to insist on the princess's return to the castle so that Zelda could fulfill her duties of Awakening her power.

Zelda found herself in a state of confusion when she received specific instructions from her father to extract as much knowledge as possible about the ancient past from King Dorephan, only for this plan was abruptly interrupted when her father urgently summoned her to the castle without warning. Following his instructions, she managed to mobilize the rest of the Champions to accompany her, except for Mipha. The empathetic Mipha opted to stay behind, expressing her concern for her brother and her desire to remain close in case he required assistance. But what was odd was Revali's insistence on staying by her side; Mipha initially rejected his offer, only to later relent and allow him to accompany her, despite his valid concerns about the potential dangers she might face.

"Why did you offer yourself to stay?" Mipha asked Revali once they were alone in a private room after Zelda, Link, and Urbosa left.

"I already told you it was for your safety, especially with the rising number of monsters throughout the kingdom," Revali said, nodding slightly. He looked away from her as he watched Sidon sleep on his sister's lap.

Mipha, with a concerned expression, asked, "I understand your point, but why would we leave the princess vulnerable?"

Revali, appearing somewhat exasperated, responded, "She is not the only princess, as you well know. However, she is not without protection. Urbosa and that bumbling knight are constantly by her side. Furthermore, let's not forget her loyal royal Guard, who are always there to ensure her safety." With a dismissive gesture, Revali rolled his eyes to emphasize his point.

"Perhaps that's accurate, but I've noticed that you seem particularly uncomfortable in the Zora domain. The damp atmosphere clearly unsettles you more than it does most, and it's not uncommon for Rito to struggle with it. Have you found the atmosphere to be a challenge, Revali?" Mipha inquired, gently coaxing Revali to open up.

Revali remained silent briefly as he contemplated the situation, then slowly nodded in resignation. He couldn't help but harbor a deep disdain for the perpetually damp and misty weather of the Zora domain. Unlike the weather in the Rito village, characterized by its refreshing coldness and occasional light snow, the Zora domain always seemed shrouded in a thick fog. The constant moisture in the air would cause his feathers to pucker and become heavy, leaving him unable to repel so much water. Flying became an even more significant challenge due to the constant rainfall in the Zora domain, making it incredibly strenuous for him to navigate the skies.

"I just wanted to make sure that you were all right. Is that too hard for you to believe?" he asked Mipha, his eyebrows furrowed as he glanced at her with a questioning side glance.

"I guess not. My apologies for questioning your motives... I have just been on edge with my brother being unwell and with him disappearing so often. I just..." Mipha said, her voice trailing off as she placed a comforting hand on Sidon's head and looked down at him, concern evident in her eyes.

"It's fine," Revali said with a hint of understanding as he gracefully flew up to the hammock they had placed for him. Mipha looked at him momentarily, a mixture of gratitude and sadness in her gaze, before looking away. "I understand you're worried for your brother," he added softly.

They lapsed into a heavy silence, each lost in their thoughts. The atmosphere was tense for a few minutes until the tranquility was disrupted by some guards who had come to check on them. Mipha stood up, her voice calm and reassuring as she told them, "There is no need to worry; we are completely fine," hoping to persuade them to leave. She was just about to nudge Sidon awake so they could return to their beds when she was startled by the unexpected sound of Revali conversing with the Zora guards.

"If I may ask a favor of you," Revali said, capturing the Guard's attention. They looked at him with curiosity and nodded in acknowledgment. I would appreciate it if at least one of you could keep watch over the Divine Beast... perhaps from the inside, if that's feasible."

"Why do you make this request, Revali?" Mipha inquired, her gaze fixed on him.

Revali cautiously expressed his concerns, "I have a gut feeling that something significant is about to unfold tonight. And if it's within your power, please refrain from exposing your presence." Upon receiving his directive, the Zora guards turned their attention to Mipha, who acknowledged the instruction with a nod. They then respectfully bowed and assured Revali that they would promptly adhere to his directive before departing from the scene.

" Whatever would you wish to-" Before Mipha could finish her sentence, Revali cut in, eager to share his recent discovery. "A couple of days ago, I stumbled upon something interesting," he began, his eyes filled with determination. I've come up with a theory that could prove incredibly valuable for us if everything goes wrong with Calamity Ganon. Revali paused, acknowledging the gravity of his words. "I wanted to inform the princess but didn't want to raise her hopes more than they already are. You understand, Princess Mipha," he said, glancing sideways at her, his concern evident in his expression.

"I believe you are right about what the Kingdom has done. I don't agree with the methods you have used, but I do agree that anything we can do to gain an advantage for the safety of the Kingdom will be useful to us. In that case, I will patrol the Divine Beast and stay inside just in case anything happens." Mipha told him with a severe look on her face.

Revali looked confident as he peered out of the window at the imposing form of the Divine Beast. "Yes, and just in case, do not interfere with anything that will happen. I am sure it will be quite interesting," he said. 'It's time for us to make a move. Against what, I am not sure, but it is time.'

Mipha, with a hint of concern in her voice, asked, "What brought this on, though? Why did you suddenly decide to investigate your theories?" as she gently lifted Sidon in her arms.

"I apologize for not informing you earlier," Revali said with a tinge of regret. "But keeping this information to myself was necessary. If I had spoken up sooner and raised everyone's hopes, it could have resulted in wasting more time than necessary if I turned out to be wrong."

Mipha nodded understandingly, her eyes reflecting empathy as she spoke softly, "I see." She carried Sidon out of the room, carefully cradling him in her arms, her movements gentle and deliberate as she placed him in his bed.

As Revali watched her leave, he couldn't shake the feeling that she was suspicious of something. He realized that he would need to confide in her about what he had heard, but for the time being, he decided to keep the information to himself.


"Alright, we have a couple of hours to figure everything out," Link said as he made his way towards Sidon, standing atop the Shatterback Point, the wind blowing through his hair and the sun beginning to set in the distance.

"Yes, I did find the opening for the spring, but unfortunately, it's wrong. Most likely, we're going to have to break through the Earth with Ruta before we can gain access to the water," Sidon explained, nodding as he spoke.

"What about the Waterworks?" Link asked.

"It's still locked like you said," Sidon nodded.

Alright, that's settled. We'll stick to the original plan. Let's make our way to the Divine Beast and upload the programming. Tomorrow, our destination is Floating Scales Island." Link nodded as he guided Sidon to the point's edge. With a confident leap, he unfurled his Paraglider. Sidon swiftly followed suit, anParagliderded gracefully downwards towards the Divine Beast, careful to avoid detection with their silent descent as the moon rose.

When Link and Sidon reached the Moon of Ruta, they swiftly gained access to the interior of the Divine Beast. Once inside the hidden room in Ruta's head, they entered a series of complex instructions. Despite encountering a couple of initial setbacks, they successfully resolved them with the help of the manuals that they had taken when they first infiltrated Vah Ruta. Their careful programming piloted the Divine Beast to use its trunk to burrow into the earth, accessing the natural spring beneathEarthshatterback point. The Beast was designed to absorb a specific amount of water into its trunk, holding it briefly before releasing it with tremendous force.

"Are we all set on my end? When do we kick things off?" inquired Sidon.

Still engrossed in tinkering with the Divine Beast's Mainframe, Link replied, "We'll start once we have a clear view outside. It's crucial to ensure that no one is inadvertently put in harm's way."

Sidon nodded solemnly as he settled down next to Link. With a heavy heart, he spoke, his gaze fixed on the imposing statue at the end of the room. "It is odd, you know," Sidon began slowly. "I saw my sister, alive and well, yet I couldn't embrace her... I couldn't feel her presence as I longed to."

Link turned to him, his expression filled with empathy, silently urging Sidon to continue.

"You're going to meet her soon enough," Link reassured him. "If everything goes right and we can return to the future, you will have the chance to see her again."

"That is, if your theory is correct, we will return to our timeline... What will happen to us then?" Sidon asked, his gaze fixed on Link with concern and anticipation.

"What do you mean if we are going to go back?" Link's brow furrowed in confusion as he turned away from the Divine Beast's mainframe.

"The four of us will go back, but what will happen to you, Zelda, and everyone else in the Kingdom?" Sidon's eyes searched Link's, seeking reassurance from his closest friend. "You were initially meant to be less than 100 years into the past than we were... Are you going to...?" Sidon's voice trailed off, leaving the unspoken question in the air.

"Don't think like that, not right now," Link reassured him, placing a comforting hand on Sidon's shoulder. "Everything will go according to plan, and if it doesn't, we'll figure something else out," he said with a warm smile, hoping to dispel any lingering doubts.


As night descended, a serene silence enveloped the surroundings, with everyone in deep slumber. The only disruptions in this peaceful ambiance were the symphony of sounds from the forest's wild creatures, the melodious chirping of birds, and the occasional rustle of a sleeping monster or the distant footfalls of a patrolling sentinel. Amidst this nocturnal orchestra, the unwavering accompaniment of flowing water from the waterfalls continued.

Revali gazed out the window toward East Reservoir Lake, where the imposing figure of the Divine Beast was expected. Three days had passed since his last conversation with Mipha, and he had confined himself to his quarters. However, on this particular day, an unspoken desire beckoned him to risk beyond the confines of his room.

As he walked through the open balcony window, Revali's heart raced with anticipation. Once outside, he soared into the night sky, flapping his wings silently, observing the guards as they patrolled below. Spotting him, the guards recognized the champion and wisely refrained from questioning his activities. They granted him free rein in the area, always ready to accommodate his needs. Yet, despite their trust, they couldn't shake off the underlying sense of concern as they watched his every move.

All guards have been explicitly briefed about Revali's special request to maintain vigilance over the Divine Beast and its immediate vicinity. They have also been instructed to wield caution and report any unusual activities directly to him or the royal family without hesitation. It was evident to the guards that the champion had helpful information that he was unwilling to share, but they respected his judgment, refrained from pressing him for further details, and did as told.

On this serene night, the tranquility hung in the air as Revali soared through the skies, meticulously scanning for any signs of disturbance. He gracefully eliminated a few menacing monster camps near the Zora kingdom. Only dropping when he spotted a group of guards vigilantly watching over the Divine Beast, he acknowledged their presence with a respectful nod.

"Have there been any unusual occurrences lately?" Revali inquired of one of the guards.

"No, sir, everything has been proceeding as usual," responded one of the senior guards. "The Divine Beast has remained stationary, and there have been no signs of unusual activity around the lake, aside from a few monsters, which we promptly dispatched as per our standard protocol."

Revali spoke decisively, "Very well then... I have a feeling that we might have a situation on our hands with our divine Beast." As the Guard nodded in agreement, Revali continued, "Did you-"

"Yes, sir, they're currently inside," the Guard interjected, finishing Revali's sentence. Revali nodded before turning his gaze towards the Beast.

Revali nodded in approval, his feathers ruffling with slight satisfaction. He was relieved that Mipha had heeded his advice and consented to station some of her guards inside her Divine Beast for the time being. Despite her air of suspicion and her pressing need for answers, she didn't shed a single tear. Meanwhile, Revali had remained reticent for the past few days, offering no explanations.

His gaze swept briefly over the Divine Beast before something in the water drew his attention. With a furrowed brow, he swiftly commanded the guards to extinguish the fire and to fake going to sleep. Though initially bewildered, the guards complied. Following his plan, he bid them a hasty farewell before flying into the sky and heading toward the Zora Kingdom. However, he soon veered back as if seized by a sudden thought.

Revali took flight, his wings carrying him skyward as he strived to blend seamlessly among the swaying branches below. With unwavering focus, he fixed his gaze upon the glistening expanse of the lake, carefully observing its shimmering surface for a brief moment before stealthily shifting to a more concealed vantage point. Without ever losing sight of his target, he seized the opportunity to utilize the cover of a shadowy cloud veiling the moon, using it to approach the Divine BeastMoonetected and alight upon its majestic form.

As he stood atop the Divine Beast, he surveyed his surroundings. Not detecting anything out of the ordinary, he utilized the camouflage of his feathers and the colors of the Divine Beast to blend in as he took a cautious walk around. Finding an entrance, he slipped inside and spotted two guards diligently patrolling the area. Their task was to ensure the Divine Beast's smooth operation, and they engaged in occasional conversations while on duty.

The scene was tranquil, with nothing appearing out of the ordinary. The massive form of the Divine Beast remained motionless, its only activity being the gentle release of the water it had collected while peacefully resting in the lake for an extended period.

The colossal Divine Beast had been commanded to remain completely still, forbidding even the slightest movement or adjustment of its enormous trunk into the water. However, Revali's attention was drawn to a peculiar sound – clicking emanating from the joints of the Divine Beast. The guards, perplexed, scanned the area from their vantage point in Vah Ruta but failed to locate the champion, puzzled by the source of the resounding noise.

As the mysterious sound echoed through the air, one of the guards asked, "What was that?"

"I'm not sure. I'll go patrol the back side, and you patrol the front. We'll meet in the middle in a minute," the other Guard said, trying to quell their unease.

Revali carefully observed as they split up and searched the area. Despite their efforts, they all found nothing unusual. However, Revali, feeling a sense of responsibility, decided to venture outside of the Divine Beast to ensure everything was in order.

As Revali soared out, his keen eyes caught sight of the trunk, which had been mysteriously submerged in the water. This was a recent development, as it had not been that way before, raising suspicions in Revali's mind. What puzzled him even more was the sudden retraction of the trunk at an angle, effectively blocking the water flow in and out. At that moment, Revali cursed himself for forgetting that the submerged trunk was one of the entrances to the concealed room within the Divine Beast.

He was determined not to take any chances with whoever was tampering with the Divine Beast, whether it was Mipha or the Intruders. With caution in mind, he swiftly maneuvered beneath Ruta's towering head and accessed the concealed pipeline inside its gaping mouth. This area provided an advantageous vantage point, being one of the Divine Beast's blind spots. He remained stationed there for a few hours, only venturing at sunrise.

As the sun rose over the horizon, casting a warm glow across the landscape, the tired guards bid farewell to their overnight watch of the Divine Beast. Some departed to resume regular patrols, while others headed straight to their barracks for well-deserved rest. From his vantage point, he observed their departure, settling into a patient silence as he waited for the world to awaken. Hours passed, and as the morning unfolded, a subtle yet distinct sound of movement emanated from the Divine Beast, piquing his curiosity.

As the massive trunk began to stir again, Revali did his best to maintain his balance. Gradually, the colossal structure ascended higher into the air. It moved with such deliberate slowness that one would only discern its upward progress by steadfastly fixating on the subtle movement. Throughout this ascent, Revali remained as impassive as ever, striving not to arouse the attention of whoever was manipulating the trunk. While the prospect of it being Mipha offered some reassurance, the unsettling possibility that it might be someone else lingered persistently in his mind.

" what in the world are you doing," he asked. The Divine Beast slowly started to walk towards Tal Tal Peak. He watched a Divine Beast climb out of the water and use his trunk to help it attach itself to the side of the mountain and bring itself up. Under the giant feet came little spikes that attached themselves to the ground below, ensuring that it had stable footing as it climbed up the side of the mountain. He knew they weren't trying to hide themselves at this point. They were trying to work as fast as Vah Ruta climbed the side of the mountain.

He could see from down below that many guards were trying to get out of the path of the Divine Beast, but he didn's get injured as the Divine Beast continued to climb the mountain. He also saw Mipha appear from the water but decided not to move, not wanting to risk his compromised position. He waited there for a couple of minutes until finally, after a while, they made it to the top of the side of the mountain, and then the Vah Ruta turned slightly to go up Ploymus Mountain.

Ravali needed clarification, especially since there was most likely nothing up there except for the Waterworks leading the water to the waterfalls inside the mountain. Outside of that, nothing was exciting or enjoyable except for a single Lynal family that usually kept to itself.

It was almost noon when Vah Ruta stopped moving at the point of shutterback. Considering how steep the small Peak was, it was nearly a miracle that the Divine Beast did not slip off. But from where Revali could see, he could see that the Divine Bees had attached themselves to the ground by their legs, making sure they were sturdy and unable to fall.

" what is all this why come here," he asked himself as he looked up at the Divine Beast.

For a couple of hours, the Divine Beast didn't move. It was past noon, almost 3:00 or 4:00, when it moved again. Its trunk pointed upwards, and then there was nothing but silence.

Suddenly, he could hear the Machinery moving quickly and hitting other Machinery as he could hear Vah Ruta working from the inside, but not like usual. Instead, he could listen to the large amount of water flowing through it, bringing it out of its trunk, pointing it to the sky, and drenching the entire area. The rainfall continued until a few minutes after Ruta stopped spewing water out of its trunk and kept its trunk upward. From then on, the Divine Beast did not move for many, many, several hours.

Due to Revali's extensive training in darkness in his village and beyond, he could discern small details from Vah Ruta's trunk, even during the tremendous downpour. While most people wouldn't have been able to see anything, Revali spotted a slight glimmer of an object obstructing the Moon from his view. It was this subtle detaMoonhat caught his attention and drew his focus. Despite the shuttle's brief passage over the Moon, Revali's acute perception prompted him to pay closer attention to whatever had been thrown into the sky.

He was confused as he watched a piece of metal being thrown out of the trunk with a balloon attached to it. Not only could he see someone on the metal plank from the distance he was at, but he didn't even get a chance to investigate further. As soon as he spotted them in the air, a light flickered on the metal plank, and the balloon started to expand, preventing it from falling downward and allowing it to rise upward.

As he was preparing to begin his investigation, he noticed Ruta's trunk returning to the ground and digging into the Earth at the top of the shatterback point. Earthaction piqued his curiosity, especially when he heard the sound of movement from within, unmistakably resembling the water flow. The presence of water at the summit of the mountain perplexed him. After contemplating, he shook his head, approaching the situation methodically and carefully. He swiftly emerged from his hiding place with resolve, eager to uncover the mysteries before him.

"What in the world is he doing?" he mumbled, his eyes narrowing as he peered ahead. "What could this possibly mean?" he wondered, his wings gently rustling in the silence. In the shroud of darkness, he ascended into the sky, his movements undetected as he meticulously trailed the small platform that hovered ahead.

He meticulously tracked the mysterious plank for hours, and as the first light of dawn began to appear on the horizon, he couldn't shake the sense of urgency. He was keenly aware that the Zora kingdom would be bustling with activity by this time, and news of the Divine Beast's peculiar behavior would have undoubtedly spread. He was almost sure that Mipha, the Zora princess she was, would have been notified. Despite this, he felt an overwhelming need to delve deeper into the situation before presenting his findings to her.

He continued to fly close, but only close enough to be spotted once he saw something up in the sky. It was odd since he hadn't seen it before, but he could see now that it was probably too far away for even his keen vision to see from the ground. From where he flapped his wings up in the sky, he looked down and found that the Divine Beast looked like an ant compared to anything else. It was so tiny, meaning it was so far away. He looked back, wondering if he should head back and inform everyone of what was happening or continue to investigate. He hesitated, which wasn't something good in his book.

"Damn it all," he growled under his breath, frustration etched on his face as he abruptly spun around and chased after the platform. The figure ahead leaped off the platform and smoothly extracted a paraglider, gliding effortlessly towards the looming floating Island. This floating Island stood out from the one near his home; its color was a somber gray, dampness clinging to the air. The markings etched on its surface told the rich history of the Zora people, every carving a testament to their legacy.

Compared to the floating islands around his home, The intricate design of the islands embedded within the stone contrasted sharply with the painted-on appearance of the Rito skies. Over the years, the painted islands had faded, creating a ghostly, ethereal quality as they merged with the sky.

Silently, he shook his head as he continued to observe. The man got onto the leading platform at the top of the Island and looked back. He almost didn't have enough time to hide, but luckily, he made it to the Island just in time. He slowly flapped his wings, went to the other side of the Island from underneath it, and landed behind the man under the platform to ensure he wouldn't be seen.

"All right then," he heard a familiar voice. It was him. "I hope this reaches the East Reservoir. If not, I'll have to figure something else out," he mumbled.

Revali stayed quiet as he carefully leaned over the platform's edge, his keen eyes fixed on the scene above. His shock grew as he observed Link hoist an Eagle bow, a cherished and rare weapon among the Rito fighters. These bows were meticulously crafted, demanding exceptional skill and high price. Moreover, they were known for their intricate and delicate nature. Yet, watching Link effortlessly handle the bow, Revali marveled as he noticed the unusual arrow being readied at its center.

"What in the world?" Revali asked as he stared. The arrowhead started to glow with what looked like water before Link released it, and a large amount of water shot out of the arrow, with the arrowhead leading in its direction. Revali quickly flew down, hoping it didn't hit anyone, and watched as the arrow flew through a couple of stones, pausing momentarily before it continued, glowing with even more water. It quickly descended to the east Reservoir Lake where Ruta usually resided.

"YES!" Link exclaimed as a glowing spot materialized in the lake. "That's it, Sidon! The plan worked," Link declared to himself.

Revali stood frozen, his eyes widening in disbelief. Why was he involving the young prince in such a risky trial? He was aware that the prince had already been engaged, but the extent of his involvement puzzled Revali. Did this mean they were planning an attack on the Zora Kingdom? Were they using the prince?

"What the hell are you planning?" he exclaimed loudly, his voice filled with urgency and concern without meaning to.

"Hello," he heard Link shout. He panicked as he realized that he was most likely caught. He looked around to see if there was any place he could hide but only found the underbelly of the Island. Even then, what if Link jumped off and saw him? Of course, it would be no problem for him to deal with Link, but he didn't know if Link was working with anyone else or if that little Rito was with him. In panic, he looked around the Island to see if he could hide anywhere and found a small area covered in what looked like mud.

He reluctantly pressed through the repulsive, slimy, purple substance, knowing he had no other option, and tumbled into the room. The thick mud muffled all sounds outside, concealing his presence. As he surveyed the space, he noticed that the room was softly lit by a pair of lanterns shaped like dragonettes, reminiscent of those on the floating Island near his home. Venturing furthIslando the concealed chamber, he found everything appeared normal. The aging room was overrun with mold and moths, with the occasional plant struggling to grow. Other than that, there was nothing particularly noteworthy about the room.

After escaping the predicament, he quickly memorized and drew exciting patterns on the walls. As he walked further, he discovered a small pedestal-like station in the center of a large room. Despite the Island's size, this did not deter him, and he proceeded up the platform to the stone-looking treasure chest.

As he made his way up the ancient stone steps, Revali couldn't help but mutter, wondering, "What is this?" The stone treasure chest stood before him, its weathered surface hinting at its secrets. With wary tension, he lifted the heavy lid and peered inside, excited as he laid eyes on the treasure within. Resting against the side of the chest was a magnificent helmet—no ordinary headgear, but a Zora Helm, its intricate design hinting at a storied past and compelling him to uncover its significance.

He gazed at the object perplexedly, then stowed it away in his small bag. He paused for a moment longer, carefully scanning the room for any other items of interest before moving back towards the entrance from which he had entered.

From where he was, he could see a little bit of the outside and found that the sun was rising just over the hill. He didn't see anything before, trying to leave and not to get that much more mud on his wings as he went out.

Once outside and in the fresh air, he looked around to see if he could spot Link with his wings flapping silently in the sky. However, he didn't see him anywhere on the floating Island or the platform he was on earlier. Instead, he looked around at the smaller islands floating nearby. When he didn't see him anywhere, he landed at the same spot where he was and wondered why he had to throw the arrow at that specific location. He looked around and didn't see anything out of the ordinary. He walked several steps in each direction but found nothing strange.

He looked at the glowing portion of the lake and thought. "He was standing right over here, then went to shoot an arrow there," he said as he mimicked Link's movements. Looking up at the glowing light, he noticed a teardrop-shaped target. As he moved around, he observed how the floating islands formed the shape of a teardrop or raindrop.

"I see... but why?" he mumbled to himself. The sun rose, and he saw more light illuminating the darkness below. He spotted Link using his paraglider to descend to Vah Ruta. Still poParaglidert the top of a shatterback point, Revali asked, "What are you planning?" He then let himself go from the Island, making sure he was not spotted as he descended to the earth the following week.

It wasn't until tEarthst moment that he flapped his wings and landed gracefully on the ground. From there, he returned to the Zora kingdom and rushed to Mipha's side.


He assessed the situation as Revali neared the two Zora knights atop Polymus Mountain. The knights were on Guard, their faces tense as they faced off against two imposing Lynels. With a confident nod, Revali said, "Retreat back to the castle. I'll handle this." The relief on the knights' faces was evident as they quickly followed his orders, knowing that the champion had their backs. "Report to Princess Mipha immediately," he instructed as he swiftly launched a couple of arrows and let them fly towards the approaching Lynels, ready to engage in battle and buy the Zora knights time to reach safety.

"Yes, sir," both said before brushing it off, cleverly taking advantage of the distraction caused by the two Lynels.

"Why did they have to come out of there?" Revali mumbled, frustration evident in his voice as he skillfully maneuvered to engage the two formidable beasts. His focus was unwavering as he fought, ensuring the guards' safety. Dodging a barrage of arrows, Revali swiftly vanished into the sky, leaving the Lynels bewildered in their domain.

"Master Revali," another guard yelled, getting his attention. He looked over and quickly flew to them as they rushed up the mountain to where he was. "Are you all right? We just received word that you were under attack by two—"

"There is no time. Return to the castle at once," Revali shouted. "I am perfectly fine, but I must report to Mipha and your king as soon as possible."

"Of course, sir, please follow us," the head guard told him as he directed him to the castle. He didn't need the guides, but he very much appreciated them.

Once they had entered the castle and reached the throne room, where Mipha, Sidon, and their father were waiting, he finally bowed and explained what was happening to everyone.

"What is the meaning of this?" King Dorephan asked with a glare. "Two of my most trusted guards were placed in danger and taken to Lynel territory, yet you refuse to reveal any information you have. I demand you answer my questions at once."

"Of course, my apologies for taking so long, but it seems my theory was correct," Revali revealed. "But before I do, there is one thing I wish to bring attention to," he said as he looked over the Royal Family.

"And what might that be?" Mipha asked.

"Sidon," Revali called out the young one's name, making the little one look over at him with shock and confusion. "Who are those men, and why are they here?" he asked.

"What is he talking about?" King Dorephan asked as he looked at the champion and his youngest child.

Sidon looked panicked before shaking his head in denial. "I don't know who you're talking about," he said.

"I'm sure you don't," Revali said.

"What is this about? Is this about that man we spoke of the other day or even about that Zora?" Mipha asked, concerned for her brother.

"Yes, but I believe your brother knows more than he's letting on. Isn't that right, Sidon?" he asked, eyeing the young Zora prince. Sidon just shook his head and hid behind his sister, but she pushed him forward to talk to Revali.

"No... I'm not hiding anything," he said with a guilty look. "I promise."

"Whatever they made you promise... It will hurt your Kingdom and your family much more if you don't tell us what it is," Revali said as he crouched down to the young one. "And if it's dangerous, I'm sure your sister will be happy to know what it is, especially if it involves your health."

"Sidon," Mipha called her brother's name. Sidon looked over at her and then at the ground, trying to avoid Revali's cold look. "Whatever it is, you can trust us... we are your family," Mipha told him.

"but it's not just about family, is it," Revali said. "I understand he is your friend, and you want to protect him. But imagine if they had lied to you... What if instead of helping as they said, they're actually out to harm you and your sister," he said. He didn't believe this, not because of the relationship he built up with the dark-haired man, but because he had to make the child feel it to review what he knew. And from the looks of it, he learned a lot.

"I promised I wouldn't say anything," Sidon shook his head as tears started to well up in his eyes. "I promised that I wouldn't say anything or something terrible might happen. He said that if..."

"It's all right. Just tell us... to start from the beginning and tell us who they are," Mipha said. She looked over at her father, who had a solemn expression. He looked furious but didn't want to show it and compromise any information that could be revealed to them.

Sidon stayed quiet for a couple of minutes before shaking his head. "I'm sorry," Sidon started to cry. "Mr. Don told me not to tell you that he was here, or you're going to be upset. He told me that if I kept his secret of him being here, he would train me to become stronger and protect my sister from the Calamity," he told her.

Mipha was furious—not at her brother, of course, but at someone who would dare to manipulate him into going with her brother to gather information on the Kingdom. She was furious and willing to see heads roll, but she had to keep calm.

"It's all right; nothing bad is going to happen. Just tell me what's going on. Who is that man?" Mipha said as she went to where her brother was standing, hugged him, and asked for information.

"Mr. Don... He came in a couple of months ago, I think. He came in hurt, I remember. I was playing by the river and I saw him floating. I was scared, but then... A monster came from behind me, and even though he was hurt, Mr. Don protected me. He killed the monster and all of its friends and took me somewhere safe. He told me that..."

"Sidon, why don't you—" Mipha started to shout but was interrupted by her father.

"It's okay; you're not in trouble, son. Please continue your story," Dorephan said as he shook his head at his daughter, who was panicking. He was concerned about this revelation, especially since the river was always guarded. How could they overlook this and put the youngest royal in danger?

Sidon stayed quiet and observed his father and sister's emotions. The royal advisors were also agitated, but the only person with a neutral face was the champion of the bird people.

"Well, when he took me to that safe place, he told me that he was glad I was okay and asked me what I was doing there. I told him that I was just out exploring, waiting for you to come back, but he got upset, and I think he started crying. I tried to calm him down, and he just hugged me. He told me everything was going to be okay and that he would protect you," Sidon said to his sister.

"Protect me... Protect me from what?" Mipha asked.

"He said the bad man and the Calamity... He told me that he used to have an older sister who passed away, but... He wanted to save you. He told me that I should always take care of you and that no matter what happens, you will always love me," Sidon said. "He told me that after I told him that I thought you didn't like me anymore because you kept leaving the kingdom," he mumbled the last part to himself. Even though he mumbled it, his sister still heard it, which shook her.

She knew she was spending a lot of time away from the castle and away from her brother, but she didn't expect him to feel that way.

"Then he told me that he could train me. He said, 'I can't protect you unless you start training' but nobody here wants to train me in weaponry yet. Only in , he started to teach me in the water and with a bunch of weapons. He also told me a lot of stories about a hero who killed a lot of monsters and saved an entire kingdom all by himself."

"Can you tell me about the other man, the Hylian?" Revali asked.

Sidon nodded. "That's Mr. Don's friend. He told me that the story he told me was all about him and about how he saved to the world. They always like to play games with me and take me on adventures through the forest, but they always make sure that I would return home safely," Sidon said. "They speak about a lot of secrets, but I don't understand some of them. However, they tell me whatever they can, at least that's what Mr. Don tells me."

" And what is one of those secrets?" Dorephan asked, getting impatient.

" I'm not supposed to tell anyone," Sidon said, looking ashamed and avoiding eye contact.

"Okay, you don't have to tell us everything now; just tell us what they're planning to do right now. What is that glowing thing in the East Reservoir Lake?" Revali asked, trying to get him to answer at least that question.

"I don't know," Sidon shook his head. "I just know that sometimes they talk about the demon king and saving everyone. They also seem worried all the time, and they like to hide from everyone. When we went out to play near Inogo Bridge, Mr. Hero had to leave because guards were coming. He also had a big black horse with him."

"I see," Revali said. "Either way, I'm going out to investigate again..."

"I shall go with you," Mipha stated—this stunned Revali.

"But," he started but was cut off by her.

"No, you will not convince me to stay here. Of course, I want answers for my brother, but I believe we have already caused enough trouble for you. It is time I, as a princess and champion, stepped up," Mipha told him, determined. He rolled his eyes, nodded to her, and waited for her father's instructions.

"Very well. I will stay here and try to get answers from him as soon as possible. We will also have a stern talk with him about the situation, right, son?" King Dorphan asked his son. Sidon only nodded, with a royal advisor beside him, as the two Champions left the room.

"Okay, tell me what you saw," Mipha asked as soon as they were alone. You mentioned seeing a glowing area inside the lake, so we should investigate there.

Revali explained everything to her as they explored the area and visited the reservoir. As they made their way up, they heard commotion and quickly increased their pace. Revali flew ahead to see what was happening, only to spot a monstrous creature attacking a couple of the Zora guards. His eyes widened, and he quickly shot out a couple of bomb arrows, but it didn't seem to affect the creature as it thrashed around and threw what looked like mud—the same mud he had to hide behind to avoid being seen by Link.

"You foul beast, get away from them!" he shouted as he continued to shoot bomb arrows at the monster's creature. The creature was not paying attention to him and let out a roar as the gunk disappeared from its body. Revali shot his arrows at it again, only to have its insides come out. He quickly shot them, incapacitating the monster.

He continued to shoot arrows while the guards attacked the monstrous creature, but it didn't stay down for long and returned with even more mud covering its body.

"Princess, you're here!" one of the guards yelled. they where all happy to see that the champion had arrived along with the Rito champion.

"What's going on? What is this thing?" Mipha shouted as she brought out her weapon and started attacking the creature. However, moving was difficult as the monster spewed mud all over the ground, making walking impossible. The only person who could inflict any damage was Revali, but that was barely effective due to the mud covering the monster's body.

"Princess, we were going to investigate the light coming from the cave when this monster appeared out of nowhere. It attacked us and—" The man was cut off as the monster attacked him, covering him with mud, drenching him, and making him fall over. The rest of the guards tried to rescue him, but they got stuck in the mud, making it impossible for them to move. The monster simultaneously took them out as it swung its body around.

"Stay back!" Mipha shouted as she continued to attack the Beast, trying to restrain it. Her efforts worked temporarily, but the Beast continued casting mud, making her attacks not work.

"We need water," a young voice called out, surprising everyone. Only one person recognized the voice and saw water pouring from the sky. He hastily dodged the water and glanced up again, spotting tiny flapping white wings. "Its weaknesses are drenching it in water and attacking when its guts are exposed," the young person exclaimed.

"Are you certain?" Revali asked, eyeing the young man with skepticism. Despite not harboring any ill will toward the young Rito, he found it hard to trust him after everything they had been through.

"Yes, just look," the young one said as he pointed to the ground with his Talin. Mipha and Revali looked at the monster and saw that most of the mud protecting it was gone. They nodded to each other and quickly shot a couple of ice arrows into the sky, then melted them with a couple of fire arrows. It wasn't much, but the slight drizzle from the melted ice was enough to clear some of the blood around the guards.

Mipha used her most powerful attack, a water-infused Lightscale Trident. The water she absorbed came from the lake and went high into the air, following the movements of Mipha's Trident. The monstrous creature growled and snapped at her, but the water pushed it back. She finally released her attack, driving the monster away from her and everyone else.

"Move back now," the little bird said, shooting his arrow directly into the monster's guts. It let out a screech and started choking on the mud inside. The Beast fell to the ground and exploded into the usual monster guts, but this one had a chest inside.

"What in the world was that thing?" Revali asked the little Rito. The little one slapped his wings, trying to escape after hearing his question. He didn't want to answer him, but Revali went faster and got in front of him before he could even turn around. "Don't even think about it. I have thousands of questions for you, and I demand answers," he growled at the little one. He didn't mean to sound so harsh, but he was tired of waiting for answers. He knew they were never going to come to him if he let him leave.

Instead of answering, the young one just challengingly glared at him and quickly slapped his wings downward, letting himself drop to the Earth. Then, promptly, he turned around andEarthped his wings as fast as he could to go toward a cave.

"Follow him underwater," Mipha said, as the cave the young one was going through had been an extension of the Link. "And find out how that cave appeared out of nowhere," she demanded.

"Right away princess," all guards shouted, following after the young one.

"Revali, don't," Mipha shouted at him.

"I need answers you don't understand," Revali shouted at her from the sky as he was about to follow after the young one.

"I do understand. You don't think I want answers for why they have been manipulating my younger brother," she snapped at him. She was never like this. She was always reserved and kind-hearted. The only time she ever spoke like that, even in a particular manner, was when training, but now that was nowhere in sight.

"These people know things they shouldn't. Either they are here to help us, or they are here to distract us from an actual goal. From what I can see, that young one is distracting us from our true objective, which is to investigate the lake," she pointed out.

Revali nodded in agreement. He thought it was inconvenient for the young one to appear at that moment, especially with him around. He knew he would demand answers and would stop at nothing to pursue any clue to get them. With everything planned out beforehand, what was the meaning of all of this? Revali muttered to himself.

"You're right. My apologies. Let's go investigate then," Revali said, apologizing to Mipha.

"Alright, you go and observe from above. I will scout underwater to see if there's anything there," Mipha said as she quickly went into the water after Revali's positive response. Quickly, they both separated and went their ways, following orders.