Live Your Own Story in Hyrule

Mipha follows after Revali closely, but with some breathing room to spare. She didn't think he'd attempt an escape, but just in case the thought may ever cross his mind, she did have options in place to prevent that, even with a contigency for his gale if it ever got that far.

Thankfully, there was no fight, so she was able to get him down to the medical bay and proceed with restoring him. "I was told Roxanne needed healing too, but I don't recall seeing any wounds on her."

Roxanne just sits next to Revali while he Is being healed, preening his wing feathers.

Link sits next to Roxanne, wincing again, and looks at her curiously. After visually examining the patient he says, “I suppose she is physically okay, but she may require a therapist after everything she has been through.”

Revali went ahead and flopped into a cot, perhaps not the brightest idea as his side was still very much in pain, even with the potion numbing it. "Nnngh!" He grunted out. "No, she didn't get attacked. I'd have known if that was the case. Although, I can't say the same for her emotionally," he smirked, glancing up at Roxanne. "See? She's fine. And he agrees," he nods in Link's direction. "And we hardly agree on anything. Ever."

He relaxes with his wings tucked behind his head. "And keep your fins damp or whatever it is Zora say to each other." He states encouragingly, knowing Mipha's been having a hard time. "You should be happy to have me as your first patient. I'll be back on my feet in no time and be at my best ahead of everyone else."

Mipha chuckled quietly to herself. She appreciated Revali's encouragement, however indirect it was and Link's presence certainly brought more warmth into this place.

"I didn't know you were familiar with Zora greetings," she states while working on healing his side. "It's one I haven't heard in sometime. I'm used to a lot more formal greetings, but Ruto said it often enough. Along with many other things that would be considered unsavory, but she somehow found the balance between royal and rudeness," she grinned.

"You and her are the same in that way."

She then looks to Roxanne. "I'm uncertain if there's much I can do for her mind, but I am grateful for her bravery. She did help to distract me long enough to be shaken out of my possession."

Roxanne fluffs he feathers, not looking very elegant and completely unaware of the conversation.

In the meantime, the scent of fish stew may sneak into the room. Despite still being in her armor, Irina is enjoying some peace in the kitchen cooking with Fred, happy to not have to fight for a few moments.

Link catches one of Roxanne’s feathers as she fluffs herself. He listens with a soft smile, enjoying the moment. He chimes in after a while, “Ah yes, your sister certainly has a way with words. I learned many Zoran insults when we were in Jabu-Jabu.”

Fred hums a song to himself as he busies himself preparing everything for the meal. He sets out an array of plates and cups and utensils and many other things.

Irina grins while she works on the stew. “Hey Fred, can you sing a pirate song?”

"You'll find that I am far more cultured than I appear to be. I have traveled across all of Hyrule. The sky is my domain the same way water is yours. You learn a thing or two from going to different places. I just made a habit of going where I don't belong and making rivals." Enemies. He definitely meant enemies.

"Imagine my surprise when I found out Zora used bows. I didn't think they'd have use for the things. So naturally, I challenged some archers and learned their styles along the way. I won the challenges, clearly, but I did determine that the shortbow is favored. Not much use for a long one when you're taking shots in rivers and lakes."

Mipha was, admittedly, fascinated with Revali's knowledge on bows. He didn't become as gifted as he is without putting the work in. "You are right. Your knowledge is remarkable," she complimented him. "We decided that short bows were more favorable for the place we occupied."

She retracted her hands to check on the status of his wound. It was getting a lot better. Needed a bit more work, but it was in a far better state now than earlier. "And, yes, Ruto certainly has a way with words," she agreed with Link. "Even when she was young. The court doesn't much favor her language, of course, but...she also takes full advantage of that by knowing no one will truly stop her."

Fred immediately begins singing, “What do you do with a drunken cucco? What do you do with a drunken cucco? Early in the morning…”

Irina laughs, although she also winces a bit when she does. Those in the healing room can probably hear Fred singing and Irina laughing—It's a bit of a contrast from the group talking about cultured topics like bows and royal language.

"Of course, I'm right! Was there truly any question? Also, your sister stands out as a great example of what happens when you don't concern yourself with the trivial thoughts of others." That's definitely something Revali could get behind. "If there's truly no one that will challenge you, then they don't reserve any right to control you. Unless they can also back up what they're going to do."

He glances in the direction of the galley now that all the joy is rolling around in the air and into the sick bay. "That fish must be incredibly good to have those two singing over it."

Salvatore smiles, looking a bit embarrassed. "Haha, yeah. Her name is Oppi; I went on thousands of adventures with her when I was little. She was a gift from a distant aunt in Hytopia. I was a bit of a klutz and didn't have any friends, except for her."

"She got worn out over the years, but my mother always had the patience to mend it. Haha, you can still hear the rattle inside." Salvatore holds the toy close to Kanali’s ear so he can hear the faint tinkling sound, muffled by layer upon layer of fabric.

Kanali's beak smiles broadly when he hears the rattle. “It is an honor to meet you, Oppi. You must be very brave to have been on so many adventures. I am glad we were able to share this one.”

"And what a great adventure!"
Salvatore smiles as he packs everything into his bag. "And do you have a story to tell?"

Kanali scratches the back of his neck with his wing. He sits down next to Salvatore and shows his messenger bag. “To be honest, until recently, I hadn't ventured far from the Hebra valley in Hyrule. My uncle got me a job as a mail carrier and now I feel like I am exploring everywhere, including this fascinating place.” He looks around and up at the tree tops. “I never knew I would be a traveler but I quite enjoy seeing mew places and meeting interesting people.”

Salvatore smiles at Kanali. "Wow, you must have traveled a lot and seen wonderful places. I've never been to the Hebra Valley. What's it like?"

Kanali pulls out a map from his bag and opens it. He shows it to Salvatore and points to mountains. “It's very beautiful, but it can be difficult to get around. There are many hidden secrets all around.”

Salvatore looks at the map with interest and fascination, observing the places Kanali is pointing out. "Wow, I've never been this far from Hateno Village."

Then Salvatore looks around. "Before today ha ha" he laughs, resting a hand behind his neck.

Kanali chuckles at the last comment. “This is definitely not a part that is on my map. I have no clue where I am… but speaking of which, shouldn't we be getting back now? I think I can remember more or less how I got here.”

I arrive in the castle town square with no idea where I am.

Kanali is sitting with Salvatore and they are discussing their return to Hyrule. He looks up at the stranger, nervous at first, but then calm when he realizes he isn't one of the Gorman brothers that they had run into earlier. He waves with his wing to the stranger, "Hello there."

Exhausted, Salvatore was dozing off when he snapped back to alertness upon hearing Kanali’s ringing voice: "Huh? Eh?" He turned toward Eugene, fearing it might be one of the Gorman brothers and jumping to his feet, but he quickly calmed down and sat back down.

Kanali eyes the stranger uneasily. He stands up and says to Salvatore, “Perhaps we should go now before we get into further trouble.” He offers his wing to his companion. “To Hyrule?”

"You're absolutely right,"
Says Salvatore, getting back up.
"We've rested enough, and the Gorman Brothers might still be looking for us."
Before setting off, he looks at Clock Town and adjusts the bag on his back.

I slowly wander the desert and I See a Male Gerudo standing next to a Mighty black stallion before I pass out.

*The King of Evil watches a feeble and foolish man collapse in the desert heat. He snorts in amusement and looks away.*

"It's not even that hot. Pathetic."

*Ganondorf's stallion chuffs and meanders over to the downed man and snuffles around his clothes. Seems the smell of treats is lingering. The Gerudo approves of his horse robbing a man.*

I slowly regain consciousness and wake up.

"What happened to me"? I say in a groggy tone.

The Gerudo King gives the poor unfortunate soul a once over.*

"Looks like you wandered where you don't belong, _fool_. Paid the price all must pay when they do not respect the sands,"

*A ball of energy forms over the hand Ganondorf raised while talking, pulsing orange.*

"And now, you're about to pay the price for not respecting her King," *Ganondorf cackles.*

"Sir please don't" I begin begging for my life.

"You rule these lands sir?"