4th installment of the VGNU.
In a time of peace and prosperity in the Hyrule Kingdom, a new evil awakens.
The fate of the future rests on the shoulders of a young boy, as history begins to repeat itself.
(Originally published 2018-2019)
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"So, you have found the Earth Element," Gentari mused, stroking his beard. "You are blessed with much courage and strength for one so young. If your conviction holds strong, head to Mt. Crenel. There you will find a man named Melari. Among the Minish, there is no one more able to repair your sword."
"He can reforge the Picori Blade?" Link asked.
"If you ask him," Gentari assured. "I have sent word to him in advance while you were away." He sat back in his seat, resting his staff beside him. "Travel safely. You are brave, but there are many evils now in the world. And..." He considered his next words carefully. "The Deepwood Shrine was near enough to Hyrule Castle, so as to make the journey easy. But it will not be so for the rest of your quest. Indeed... it will be quite perilous."
"Thank you elder. But don't worry, I can handle it."
Link stood at the end of the drawbridge, looking into Hyrule Castle Town. The celebrations were long since over, most of the citizens wanting to forget the attack that had happened two days ago. No more decorations hung from houses, and the people in the streets simply went about their day, trying to move on from seeing their kingdom's soldiers stricken down and their princess turned to stone. Even the repairs were nearly done. It was already as if nothing had happened at all, and with Zelda kept safe in the castle... Out of sight, out of mind.
Walking in silence, Link kept his head down as he made his way to the western exit. That was the shortest path to Mt. Crenel... or at least it would've been if it weren't for the guard blocking the way.
"I'm sorry kid," the knight said. "I can't let you pass."
"But I need to go this way," Link explained. "Please, it's important."
"You're still a kid, so maybe you don't understand," the knight folded his arms, talking down to him. "When that sorcerer, Vaati, attacked the castle, a whole lot of monsters were released."
"Yeah, I know," Link grumbled. "I was there."
The knight grimaced. "Yeesh, that must've been tough." He waved his hand dismissively. "Still, that doesn't make you capable of surviving out there."
"I've lasted this long!" Link corrected. "I've already gone through the forest, and I have orders from King Daltus to complete this quest. You must let me pass!"
"Oh! King Daltus sent you?"
"Yes," Link nodded.
The Knight looked away from Link, rubbing his neck. "... Er, well then... I guess..." He shook his head, keeping his decision unchanged. "No. I'm sorry, I can't in good conscience send a kid out there; not without training."
"Training?"
The knight pointed down the road. "A few streets down there, there's a building. All the knights are trained by him, or by his teachings. If you really think you can handle it, talk to him, then I'll see about letting you pass."
