> The Legend of Zelda: Friendship is Magic
>  by MetalBrony823
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> Prologue (edited)
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Ordon village, the home of Link himself, and his friends. The kids were playing. And it was so peaceful. Six months have passed since Link defeated the evil Ganondorf from taking over all of Hyrule. With him gone, everything was back to the way it should be, and both all of Hyrule, and the Land of Twilight.

Right now, Link was in his Ordon clothes, and not in his hero uniform in Ordon Ranch, rounding up the Ordon goats, one of his daily things to do. He was riding on Epona, his valiant steed.

After a few minutes, every Ordon goat was in the barn, all bleating. Link got off Epona, and said to Fado "all in a day's work, Fado."

"Thanks, bud." Said Fado. "Now I can take the day off early."

"Well I must be old." Link said. "I promised Colin that I would train him."

"With a sword you mean?" Asked Fado

Link nodded.

"Oh, that's right. Take care, Link." Said Fado, before Link went off to Ordon Village. It was so peaceful. The birds were chirping, frogs were ribbiting, and not a cloud on sight.

Rights for this track go to Nintendo


While Link was riding off, a voice stopped him and Epona. "Link." Said a female voice.

Link looked around him, and saw Ilia, the mayor's daughter. "Oh, hello Ilia." Link said politely. "Is there something wrong?"

"Oh no." Said Ilia. "I just came to check up on you. Oh, and Epona too."

"She's doing great, isn't that right girl?" Said Link while gently patting Epona's neck. The mare whinnied in response.

"Good." Said Ilia with a smile. She looked at the kids who were playing in the pond near Rusl's house, filled with a few frogs. And fish. "I'm a little worried about Colin." She admitted

"About what?" Link asked

"How he will handle that sword." Ilia answered. "I just don't want him to get hurt,"

"Don't worry, ilia." Said Link. "Colin will be fine. He's a very responsible kid after all, and very mature. Besides, it's his parents, or my job to look after Colin. Rusl said it was okay for Colin to wield a sword after all."

"You're right." Said Ilia. "I just want him to be careful."

"I can appreciate that, Ilia." Said the hero. "Well, I better go and train him."

"I'll take Epona for you." Said Ilia.

"Thanks." Said Link. He patted Epona again, and Ilia took Epona with her, while Link went on foot in the main village to get Colin training. Colin himself was playing a game of tag with Talo, the son of jaggle, and Pergie, and the older brother of Malo, who is now a successful owner of "Malo Mart."

"Hey, no fair." Said Talo playfully.

"I tagged you fair and square." Said Colin teasingly.

"Colin!" Link called, walking up to the kids with a smile

"Oh, hey Link." Said Colin.

"It's time for training." Said Link

"Great! Let me go get my sword and shield." Link and Colin both entered the house with Uli, Colin's mother, giving her new baby girl some milk to feed. "Oh, hello, Link." Said Uli

"Link." Said a male voice. It was Rusl, Colin's father. "Training Colin again, I see." He said jokingly

"That I am, Rusl." Said Link. Colin went to get his sword, and shield. It was another Ordon sword, and a wooden shield.

"Be careful, sweetie."

"I will, mom." Colin replied.

"My own boy, trying to became a warrior." Said Rusl. "I'm so proud of you, son."

"Thanks, dad." Said Colin. "Okay, Link. Let's go." He followed Link to his house, which was on the outskirts of the main village.

"Alright, Colin." said Link. "Let me teach you the basics again. First, let's do a horizontal swing." Colin unsheathed his sword and shield, took a little breath, and did a horizontal swing on the practice dummy with the pumpkin for a head. "Not bad." Link said impressively. "Now do a vertical attack."

Colin did what link told him, and did a vertical slice. "How's this?" Colin asked.

"Perfect." Link replied. "Now, do you remember how to do the spin attack?'

"Yeah."

"Try it." said Link, giving Colin some space for the spin attack. Colin spun, and it tore the pumpkin head into pieces.

"Amazing." said Link impressively. "You're getting the hang of this, Colin."

The boy blushed at his idol's comment. "Thanks." he replied. Colin has been getting better with the sword, and shield. After Link defeated Ganondorf, Colin started to use the sword and shield as a symbol and reward for his newfound bravery, and courage. He wasn't doing so well in the beginning, but he is slowly progressing on it, thanks to his idol, Link.

"Just keep practicing, and you'll do great." said Link with encouragement.

"I will." said Colin. He kept on attacking the practice dummy with excellent improvement. Link looked on at him, very proudly. He thought of Midna, the little imp turned beautiful woman that helped him on his quest to defeat Zant, and Ganondorf. He thought of her last words, right before she broke the mirror of Twilight before returning home

Flashback
"Link.... I.... See you later" said Midna when the mirror of Twilight was breaking, closing the path to the Twilight Realm. It may be broken forever

Present Time

It might be clear that Link might never see her again. She was such a big help for him on his quests, the enemies he had faced, and the dungeons he had to go through to find the mirror shards, and the pieces of the fused shadow pieces. Although it was a pretty difficult thing for Link to go through, he knows that it had to be that way to save all of Hyrule

"Link?" said Colin. "Is everything alright?"

Link was startled out of his thinking, and looked at Colin. "Yeah, everything's fine. Why?"  he said

"You look like you were thinking about something important." Colin answered

"Oh, I... I was just thinking how amazing you will be with that sword when you grow up." Link said.

Colin smiled at the comment. "Thanks, Link." he said while blushing.

"Link!" Called a male voice. It was Bo, Ilia's father, and the mayor of Ordin village. He panted as soon as he came up to Link and Colin while he was running. "I am so sorry to.... interrupt." he said, catching his breath. "but I have very important news from Princess Zelda. She gave me this message for you."

Link was surprised that Zelda had sent him something, and Bo handed it to him. He unfolded it, and he read out loud from it:

Link

I have had a vision that something terrible is upon us, and all of Hyrule. I need you to bring the Master Sword with you, and come to Hyrule Castle immediately. Please hurry

Princess Zelda

"Something terrible is going to happen?" said Colin in shock.

"If it's from the princess, it sounds like it." said Link. "I better put on my hero clothes." He went into his house, an put on his green clothes, and his green cap on his head. He gathered his weapons and items in his magic pouch for when it maybe useful to him if needed. He equipped his Hylian shield as well. He got out of the house, and looked at Colin. "I'll be back." he said to him

"Wait!" said Colin.

"What is it?"

"Can I come with you? Colin asked eagerly

Link thought about it. "Umm.... I don't know." He said, uncertain. "It's... It's kind of dangerous. Besides, that would be up to your parents, not me. Besides, I think it would be best if you stayed here."

Colin looked bummed by what Link just said

"Don't take it that way, Colin. I just don't want you to get hurt." said Link. "You understand, do you?"

"I do." Colin replied, a little sadly.

Link thought about what he said for a moment, and made up his mind by saying "You know, Colin. Maybe you can come. I just need to talk to your parents first, and see what they think.

Colin's frown turned into a smile. "Really?

Link nodded a "yes"

"Thanks, Link." said Colin with excitement

Link smiled and went down the ladder, and went to Colin's house, with the boy himself following his brotherly figure. In the village, he saw Rusl, and Uli, holding Colin's baby sister in her arms. "Rusl? Uli?" Link called. "Can I talk to you?"

"Sure, Link. What is it?" said Rusl.

Link took a little breath, and said to Colin's parents "I received a message from Princess Zelda. She wants me to come to Hyrule Castle immediately. She says that their is trouble brewing in Hyrule once again." He looked at Colin, and continued to the parents "Colin wants to come with me. Can... can he come?"

Rusl and Uli looked a little uncertain about their son going with Link. "I don't know, Link." said Uli. "I don't want our boy to get hurt."

"Don't worry, Uli." said Link. "He has me to protect him."

"You're right." said Rusl. "He does have a sword and shield after all now." He looked at his wife, and said to her "I think I can trust Link. What do you think, honey?"

Colin's mother thought of it for a moment, and said "I suppose. Alright, Colin can go with you, but... please keep him safe." 

"He'll be in good hands." said Link.

Uli smiled. She handed the baby to Rusl, and went up to Colin, bending herself to his height to make better eye contact with him. "Please be careful, sweetie." she hugged Colin, and gave him a kiss on his forehead

"Don't worry, mom. I will." said Colin.

"Make your old man, proud." said Rusl, rubbing Colin's shoulder.

"I will dad. I promise." said Colin proudly.

"Shall we go then?" Link said to Colin.

"Let's go." the boy replied, following Link to get Epona.

"Take care, sweetie." said Uli, waving at the two.

Link found Epona resting near the lake with Ilia next to her, and Link said "Ilia, I need Epona. It's something from Princess Zelda."

"Go ahead, Link." said Ilia. "She's had enough rest already."

"Thanks." said Link. He got on Epona, and said to Colin "Come on, Colin." He gave the boy a hand, and was sitting behind him, and they galloped to the Faron woods.

Faron woods

"Colin." said Link as Epona was still galloping. "I need to get the Master sword before we can go to Castle town, alright?"

"Okay, Link." Colin replied. "Where can I wait?"

"Coro's place." Link replied.

"Okay."

Epona still galloped until Link stopped her at Coro's house. He got off, and then saw Cora sitting near his fireplace as usual. "Ah, hey Link." he said kindly.

"Hello, Coro. Can you do something for me?" Link asked

"Sure thing. What?" said Coro

"I need you to watch Colin for a little while, I'm going to go get the Master Sword, for I must use it once again." Link answered.

"Of course." said Coro. "I'll take care of him."

"Thanks." said Link. "I'll be back Colin, just hold on, okay?"

"Okay, Link." said the boy. 

Link Smiled and went deeper into the Faron woods to get the Master Sword.

Coro and Colin looked at eachother. "Hey, you wanna see a trick kid?" said Coro

"Sure, what is it?" Colin asked curiously

"Watch this."

Nineteen minutes Later

Almost Twenty minutes have passed, and Link came back, with the Master sword in it's scabbard, behind Link's back. "I'm back." he said. Colin was just relaxing by the fire place with Coro. Link decided to go alone on trying to get the Master Sword, because He didn't want anyone to see him transform into his wolf form to get it, espiecially Colin.

"Great!" said Colin. "Let's go." He and Link got on Epona again, and then went to Castle Town. 

"Thanks, Coro." Link called

"You're welcome, buddy." Coro called back to him.

As they were riding, Colin asked "Did you get it okay."

"Yep, I didn't have any problem at all." Link replied. He remembered that the Skull kid would always love to... play with him when he got the Master Sword, or getting into the Temple of Time dungeon. This time, the Skull kid didn't give him any trouble at all. Of course he isn't evil, he just likes to play tricks.

The two rode on into Hyrule field, and saw that there was hardly any enemies walking on it's soil. The only hostile creatures there were, were just a few Kargaroks, flying around in circles. They didn't really bother Link, Colin, and Epona, for they were too far away.

"I know a short cut." said Link. "Hang on." he spurred Epona, and she was galloping faster than ever. She ran to the southern outskirts just outside of Castle town. Only one Kargarok saw them, and swooped down on them, but Link shot it down with his bow and arrow to the head, killing it instantly

"Nice shot." said Colin.

"Thanks."

They saw the main gates of the southern outskirts, and saw the drawbridge open for them. "Where should we put Epona? asked Colin.

"She can come with us." Link answered. Epona ran through Castle Town, and everyone stood clear of the horse. The people and citizens recognized Link very easily, for they know that he was the one that killed Ganondorf. Several people praised link as a hero for it, and sometimes cheered "Long live the Hero of Twilight!"

"Halt!" said a guard. "Who goes there?" The guard recognized Link, and said "Oh, Link. I didn't recognize you. The princess is expecting you." He saw Colin behind him, and said "Who's the boy?"

"A very good friend of mine." Link answered. "He wants to be like me."

"Can I... Can I come in?" said Colin a little nervous.

"Of course, kid. If Link has brought a guest with him, the princess will have no problem at all." said the Guard kindly. Link and Colin got off of Epona after that. "I'll take care of your horse for ya until you return."

"Thank you, sir." said Link. "Come along, Colin."

"Coming." said Colin following Link to Hyrule Castle. As they went inside the castle, there were so many guards, doing their daily duties. Colin looked a little nervous, and said "I don't know, Link. They're kind of staring at me."

"Don't worry, Colin. They won't give you any trouble." said Link in a reassuring voice. "You'll be fine." Link and Colin approached a doorway with two guards near it.

"Ah, Link." said one of them. "The princess is waiting for you."

"Come right in." said another, then Link and Colin followed another group of guards as they went inside, up the staircase to the throne room.

Colin was truly amazed by how beautiful the castle looked on the inside. "This is amazing." said Colin

"I know." said Link. "I was truly amazed myself when I first came here."

"First time here, kid?" said a guard teasingly

"Yeah." Replied.

"Well, you're in full of surprises." said another guard, as the four continued walking to the throne room.

Zelda's throne room

They finally made it. "Your majesty." said a guard. 

"You have visitors." said the other.

"Excellent." said Zelda. There she was, sitting on her throne. "Leave us." she ordered, and then the guards walked out of the room, like Zelda ordered them to do.

Link bowed himself to the princess, and then Colin tried doing exactly what Link did.

"Hello, Link." said Zelda.

"Hello, princess." Link replied.

Zelda noticed Colin, and said "Hello there." She bent down on her knees to Colin's level. "Look at me. what's your name?" she asked kindly

"C- Colin... your majesty." was all he can say.

"He's a very good friend of mine." said Link. "He wants to be like me when he grows up."

Zelda giggled and said "Oh, I can see that."

"You... you don't mind if I'm here, do you?" said Colin nervously

"Of course not, sweetie." said Zelda very softly as she gently placed her hand on Colin's cheek. "You are more than welcome to be here for as long as you want. Don't be nervous."

"Thank you... you majesty." said Colin

"You can just call me, Princess." she said kindly.

"Oh, well, thank you.... princess." said Colin. Link and Zelda giggled at his satement.

"So, what is the trouble?" Link asked

"Right, so I have had a terrible vision of a new threat that may be coming to Hyrule. It may be far worse than Ganondorf." Zelda answered. "I was thinking that you can stop it."

"Do you know where I can find it?" said Link.

"Well.... no. I haven't found anything yet. I already sent a few of my soldiers to investigate what is happening around Hyrule for any evidence." Zelda said

"Have they found anything suspicious?" asked Link

"Not yet." Zelda replied. "All I know is that I keep having these visions of these evil, monstrous horses that look more like insects that will take over all of Hyrule in my dreams."

"What can we do?" asked Colin

"I'll see what I can do." said Zelda. "I just want to inform you that if you see anything very suspicious in Hyrule, please. Come tell me, or anyone of my guards."

"I will, your majesty." said Link. "If something does happen, can you send one of your men to tell me what is happening?"

"Of course."

"I will do something about it, Princess. I promise." said Link with courage in himself.

Zelda smiled at him. "Thank you Link. What would I do without you?" She bent down to Colin again, and said "It's a pleasure to meet you Colin." She then gave him a long motherly kiss on his forehead, making him blush.

"Thank you, princess." said Colin.

Zelda smiled at him. "Thank you two for coming." she said.

"I'll see you soon, princess." said Link. 

"Farewell." Zelda replied. as Colin and Link walked down the castle, and then heading back to Ordon Village

Equestria

Ponyville was as normal and peaceful as it is always. Twilight Sparkle, the new Princess of Equestria was looking in her studies in her new castle. "Spike." she said

"Yeah, Twi?" said Spike, her number one assistant and a baby dragon that is her good friend.

"Can you help me with something please?" Twilight asked politely

"Sure, what is it?" Spike asked

"Can you help me carry these books to my room?"

"Sure thing, Twi." Spike replied. He and Twilight lifted some of the books to the main bedroom. In it, was an extra bed that was now meant for Spike, instead of a basket with a blanket on top of it.

Twilight, and Spike sat the books on the main bed, presumably recognized as Twilight's. "Thanks, Spike." she said sweetly

"that's what good friends are for." Spike replied. All of a sudden, bot Spike and Twilight had visions of a mysterious being, walking on his hind-legs, wearing green clothes, and a green cap. He carried a sword and shield in his hands.

"What happened?" said Twilight

"I don't know." said Spike. "You had the same vision too?"

"Yeah... I... I don't even know how to describe it." Twilight replied.

"Ah, it's probably nothing." Spike said.

"Yeah, you're right." said Twilight. "Let's just focus on my work."

"On it." said Spike. Twilight read her books while Spike took a nap on his new bed.
> Welcome to Equestria (Edited)
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Link and Colin arrived back in Ordon Village, and both mounted off of Epona.

"Princess Zelda seems very nice." said Colin

"She is." Link replied.

"So, what are you going to do with what the princess predicted?" asked the boy

"Don't worry about it Colin." said Link. "I'll see what I can do. Meantime, why don't you go play with the other kids."

"Okay." said Colin. He went to his house, and put his sword and shield away. Link looked at his surroundings. hopefully, everything won't turn out like when the bulbins invaded the village when he started his quest.

At Night

Link was sitting near the lake in the main part of Ordon village. He still had his Master Sword, and shield on his back. It was a beautiful night in Hyrule, and not a cloud in the sky, nothing but the stars and the beautiful full moon. Everyone in the village, except him of course, was asleep.

"What did she mean by... monstrous horses that look more like insects?" Link thought to himself. All of a sudden, he felt an aura around him. "Wha... what's going on?" said Link. He quickly unsheathe the Master sword from it's scabbard and his shield. The aura circled around him, making him feel like he was going around and around him. Finally the aura formed what he saw like a portal. After a moment, he saw that he wasn't in his village anymore. The landscape around him was a meadow covered with beautiful green grass, with some trees on the soil. He saw snow-capped mountains, and one of them was a large Castle on the side of it. "What.... what is this place?" Link said, very confused.

He was lost. He was confused, and it definitely looks like he's not in Hyrule anymore. He realized that there must be something he can do. He decided to go to the castle on the side of the mountain. He thinks that since there is a castle, there has to be someone that can help him. He took his lantern out so that he can see better As he was walking,  he smelled an awful stench and saw a large figure in a couple of bushes. He hooked his lantern to his waist, and he pointed the Master Sword at the bush and said "who's there? Come out! I know you're back there, so come out!"

What came out of the bushes, where three large, dog-like humanoid like creatures with armor and spears as weapons. "Ah, lookie here." Said one of them in a tough voice. "We got ourselves a live one."

"It must have been the light from my lantern." He thought. "Who are you?" Link said.

"Diamond Dogs." Another one of them answered.

"Diamond dogs?" Link thought. "They look different from Bulbins." He then said "what do you want from me? "

"Why, we just want to.eat you." Said the third diamond dog. "Attack!" He exclaimed. The three monsters dashed straight for Link, and one of them thrusted his spear at Link, but the hero retaliated and used his shield to block the attack.

"Curses!" Said the Diamond dog. Link used the shield attack and then the helm splitter killing it instantly. The body turned black and then turned to a dark purple explosion.

At what just happened, another diamond dog charge at Link, but he sidestepped out of the way,  and Link hit him with four blows with his sword, finishing blow on his stomach. Link back flipped off the body, and it also turned to dark purple dust.

The third diamond dog had enough, he attacked link with his machete and clashed it with Link's sword a couple of times. Finally, Link Sidestepped again, rolled over to the Diamond dog's back, and did the back slicer. When the third diamond dog was dead,  Link won, and sheathed the master sword. He continued walking to the castle. For good measure, he looked around to see if there weren't anymore Diamond Dogs about to ambush him. So far, there were no hostile creatures anywhere in his sight. He was walking and walking, but the castle was still to far away for him to reach. His legs were killing him, and felt like he needed to rest. In face, he was about to stop, until he smelled another awful stench. This time, it was far worse than what the diamond dogs smelled like.

"Ugh, it smells awful." Link said out loud. of of a nearest bush, he number of large, wooden dogs that resembled wolves, with glowing yellow eyes, and some leaves attached to them. "Oh you have gotta be kidding me."Link said in an irritated voice. He unsheathed his sword and shield again, and the alpha male charged at him. Link did the jump attack on it, tearing it into pieces, the other timber wolves attacked him after that. Link kept slicing the timberwolves left and right until none of them could fight. He took a breath, and thought it was all over, but he saw the body parts glowing a yellow aura, and putting themselves back together into a much larger one.

Link's eyes twitched at what he just saw "Oh come one!" he complained. The larger wooden wolf roared really loudly. It was so loud that it went a mile away from where Link and the monster were. Link took out his bow and Arrow, and used a bomb arrow instead of a regular one. He shot it, and it exploded into the monsters face, making it howl in agony, but it was only a minor set back, for the monster used his claw to attack try and strike Link with it. Link moved out of the way, and threw his gale boomerang at his face. While the boomerang distracted it, Link took out his ball and chain next. he threw at the monsters paw, which was stuck to the ground when he swiped it.

The monster roared in agony again, but swiped at link with his paw, throwing him to the air. Link nodded his head to keep him from getting dizzy, and growled. He felt the right half of his stomach getting sore from the blow the monster threw upon him. He touched his side to ease the pain. "Looks like I made him mad." he said to himself. He realized that his eyes could be a weak point He used one of his clawshots, and fired it at the monsters ear, sending Link on top of the beast's head. He stabbed the master sword in one of the monsters eyes, making it yowl. The beast retaliated and bucked Link off of it. Now the monster was raging mad now.

"Just one more eye, and he's done for." Link thought. Before the monster could attack him, he realized that he can get to the castle faster if Epona helped him. He used the horse whistle and blew it, but nothing happened. It turns out, Epona didn't come. "That's just great." said Link sarcastically. He decided to keep fighting the monster. He used his second clawshot and aimed at the monsters other ear. Link stabbed the second eye. He lunged the master sword all the way in than in the first eye. Link got off, and saw the monster getting dizzy, and losing his balance. The monster collapsed dead on the ground. For good measure, Link throw a bomb in it's mouth, down it's throat. The explosion blew the beast up into a million pieces, this time, for good. Link unsheathed the Master Sword, and put away the Hylian shield on his back, but then, he suddenly collapsed of exhaustion, and because of the blow the beast inflicted. With that, he was out cold. Before he was unconscious. he heard the sound of what sounded like horse hooves trotting, and then he was unconscious.

"Over here!" said a female voice. It was Twilight, and her friends, Fluttershy, Applejack, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, and Rarity, with Spike on Twilight's back.

They saw the timber wolf remainings, and then they saw Link, on the grass.

"Are you sure the sounds came from here?" asked Rainbow Dash. 

"Yes." said Twilight. "I recognized that tune anywhere,

"Not to mention that... roar." said Fluttershy.

The group walked up to Link, and questioned what he was, therefore they have never seen a being like him before. They turned his body over, and saw his face.

Twilight and Spike gasped.

"That's the one from my vision." said Twilight in surprise

"Mine too." Spike added.

"The vision that you guys were talking about?" asked Rainbow Dash

"Yeah." Twilight replied. "He's the one.

"Well he's not ugly." said Applejack

"We better help him." said Fluttershy.

"Are you sure?" asked Rarity.

"Well, it looks like he was fighting that timberwolf, and it looks like.... he won." said Twilight.

The girls looked very impressed by that. Applejack said "Well I'll be thanked. Not a lot of creatures like him can take on a large timberwolf like that one."

"I know." said Rainbow Dash. "That's so awesome."

"Let's take him into my cottage to nurse him back." Fluttershy suggested. The yellow pegasus picked up Link, with him on her back. She went to her cottage, and her friends followed her there.

The Next Morning

Link was resting on Fluttershy's nice soft bed. The girls and Spike looked at him with concern. "I'm so worried." said Fluttershy.

"So... why would he be in your visions, Twi?" Asked Applejack.

"I don't know." said Twilight. "It just... came to me and Spike too."

"Maybe it was for a good reason." said Rarity.

"Maybe." said Pinkie Pie. "No offense, but I thought you were going a little coco loco." Pinkie rolled her eyes like crazy to make her point, but her friends weren't amused.

"Do you think he's a good monster?" asked Rarity

"I don't know if I would say monster, Rarity." said Fluttershy. "I would prefer creature as a better word." the girls looked on at Link, who was still resting.

"Maybe his is a good creature." said Spike. He doesn't like like one." The mane six made words of agreement with him. All of a sudden, Link began to stir.

Twilight gasped and said "He's waking up."

"Should I knock him out?" asked Rainbow Dash wih precaution

"No!" Twilight Sparkle scolded. Link slowly sat up, and rubbed his eyes so he can see better. He looked to see a bunch of colorful horses and a baby draogn like creature crowding around him. He didn't know what to think or say. He looked at his sides, and saw that his shield and sword were gone.

"Who or what are you?" said Link in confusion.

"relax." said Fluttershy. "We won't hurt you."

"Yeah, we mean you no harm." Twilight added

"Talking horses?" said Link in disbelief.

"I believe a better term is 'ponies' if you put it that way." said Rarity. "And yes, we can definitely talk."

"Ponies?" Said Link. "I do have ponies and horses in my world, but they don't talk."

"Really?" Said Twilight. "Fascinating."

"Well, my name is Fluttershy." Said she politely.

"I'm Applejack."

"Rainbow Dash."

"I'm Pinkie Pie."

My name is Rarity.

"And I am Twilight Sparkle."

"Hey, aren't you forgetting about me?" Said Spike.

Link looked a little scared by Spike's appearance. "What are you?" Link asked him.

"I'm Spike, and I am a baby dragon." Spike introduced himself.

"A dragon?" Said Link I amazement

"Yep, but don't worry, I'm not a bad dragon. I am a nice dragon." Spike said

"And an adorable one." Said Rarity, making Spike looking irritated.

"So... What's your name?" Asked Twilight.

"L....Link." He said. "My name is Link"

"We'll it's nice to meet you, Link." Said Fluttershy. Link gave a slight smile on his face, rubbing the back of his head.

"Nice to meet you... too." Link replied. "I thank you all for helping me." He said "if you haven't come, I would be dead."

"Aw, you're welcome, Link. Happy I'm able to help." Said Fluttershy. Her friends made remarks of agreement.

"So what are YOU exactly?" Asked Rainbow Dash a little curiously

"We'll, I'm a hylian." Link replied

"A hylian?" Said Twilight. "i never heard of a hylian before."

"Where are you from?" Asked Applejack.

" I am from a land called Hyrule." Link answered. "It's a pretty beautiful place."

"Hyrule?" Said Spike

"Yep."

"What's it like?" Asked Rarity astonished

"There's many types of landscapes in Hyrule, including the desert province, and the snowy mountain province." 

The girls and Spike were amazed but what Link was narrating.

"Are there other creatures Hyrule besides, Hylians?" Asked Fluttershy

"oh yes." Said Link. "Look I really need something to eat." He slowly got up, and felt a pain on his side, and moaned in agony.

Fluttershy gasped and said "oh my, you're hurt. Here, let me help you." She gently sat Link down, and rubbed his side to ease the pain, and it was working. Link relaxed himself as he felt the soft, relaxing touches from Fluttershy. 

"Thank you, Fluttershy." Link said

"You're welcome, Link." Fluttershy replied in her usual soft voice.

"So, how did you find me?" Asked Link

"Well, we heard this song that ponies are deeply attracted to." Said Rarity

"And we heard the timberwolf roaring." Applejack added.

"And we saw the explosions that you inflicted on it somehow." Said Rainbow Dash.

"Timber....wolf?" Said Link

"Yep, that was the monster you just fought." Said Spike.

"So... Where am I?" Link asked curiously

"You're in Equestria." Twilight answered.

"Equestria?" Said Link. "I'm not familiar with it."

"How did you get here?" Asked Pinkie Pie.

"I don't know, I was in my village, doing a patrol in the middle of the night, and I felt this aura circling around me, the next thing I knew, I was transported here in this peculiar land

"That's odd." Said Twilight. "Why would you be transported here all of a sudden?"

"I have no idea." Said Link. "That's when I fought the timberwolf, and three.... Uh... Diamond dogs." Link said

"Diamond dogs?" Said the group

"That's awesome." Said Rainbow Dash

"They didn't even put up a fight. Speaking of what, where is my sword and shield?" Link asked

"Oh, I'll get it." Said Rarity. She went downstairs and carried the Master sword and hylian shield with the magic from her horn. "I polished it for you." She said before giving the, to Link.

"Thank you." Said Link

Rarity smiled. "You're very welcome darling."

"So, now that you're hear, why don't we show you around Ponyville, the place we live in." Said Twilight.

"Good idea." Said Link. He slowly got up, and took out a bottle with a fairy, and opened it. Releasing it from inside, healing Link instantly.

"Whoa, what was that?" Said Rainbow Dash in amazement.

"A fairy. It healed my wounds." Said Link

"You got that from a pouch?" Asked Applejack

"A magic pouch." Link corrected. It allows me to keep my items in so that I don't have to keep it in a large bag." Link said

"That's awesome." Said Pinkie Pie.

"How wonderful." Fluttershy added.

"So, come on, let us show you around Ponyville." Said Twilight.

Link smiled and said "alright." He found his green cap, put it on his head, and put his shield and sword on his back, inside the scabbard. Link followed the ponies and Spike downstairs into Ponyville


> Ponyville (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Link was walking with Twilight, Spike, and their friends in Ponyville, their home. Many ponies stared at Link, because they clearly have never seen a creature like him before. "I'm... not sure if I should be here." said Link quietly to the ponies and Spike. "At least, not in public."

"Why not?" said Pinkie Pie.

"They are staring at me, just look at them." Link answered quietly to himself and his company around him.

"Nonsense, darling." said Rarity.

"Yeah, they just need to warm up to you." added Rainbow Dash.

"So, what other creatures are there in Hyrule?" asked Fluttershy curiously.

"It's very fascinating, but I'm too hungry to even talk more about it." Link answered, clenching his stomach from growling.

"I understand." said Fluttershy.

"Oh! Oh! Oh! I know a good place where you can eat," said a really excited Pinkie Pie with a big grin on her face.

Link chuckled nervously. "What might that be?" he asked

"Sugarcube Corner." Pinkie answered. "Don't worry, it's not far from here."

"Yeah, their cakes and desserts taste really good." Rainbow added.

"Really?" said Link. "Well, I was thinking I eat something before desert."

"That's fine, darling." said Rarity. "There is also a cafe not far from here as well."

"Well then the cafe it is first." said Link. "Where is it?"

"Just follow us." said Rainbow Dash. She, and the pony gang went to the cafe, with Link following behind them.

After they eaten

Link patted his full stomach as he was now walking in Ponyville again to Sugarcube Corner with these new types of strangers. "Thanks for paying the owner, Twilight." Link said.

"You're welcome, Link." Twilight replied kindly. "Since you were hurt, I might as well help you eat something without you paying." 

The hero of Twilight smiled at her comment.

"Ooh! We're here!" Pinkie exclaimed.

As the group entered Pinkie's home, there were two earth ponies, a married couple; an orange stallion, and a blue mare, working at the concessions, and running the shop.

"Hello." said the blue earth mare in a sing-song voice, that sounded like someone's cheerful mother. When she and her husband saw Link, they froze for a moment.

"Oh. uh... who might this be?" said the orange stallion, referring to Link.

"Hello, Mr and Mrs Cake. This is Link. He's new here." said Pinkie Pie.

"Don't worry, he's very nice." said Fluttershy.

Link walked up to them. "Please." he said to the married couple. "I mean you no harm."

"Well, if Fluttershy says it, it must be true." said the blue mare. "My name is Mrs. Cake deary." she addressed

"And I'm Mr. Cake, her husband." the orange stallion said after.

"It's nice to meet you." Link said politely. He shook his hand with the pair, and they began to warm up to him.

"It is a pleasure to meet you too- ah.... Link, right?" Said Mr. Cake, trying to remember the hylian's name.

"Yep." Link replied with a smile 

"We'll, Link, would you like anything?" Asked Mrs. cake.

Link thought about it, and asked "What kind of dessert do you have here?"

"Oh, we have plenty; cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, and many more." Said Mrs. Cake

"A cupcake?" Said Link. Obviously, there were no such things as cupcakes, or doughnuts in Hyrule. Equestria seemed a little bit more modern than Hyrule is. "And what is a.... Dough nut?"

"Are you serious?" Said Rainbow Dash in disbelief.

"You don't know what a doughnut is either?" Applejack added.

Link nodded a no in response.

"We'll, would you like to try a cupcake?" Said Fluttershy

The Hylian thought of it, and said finally, "yes, I suppose I can try."

Pinkie Pie moved very rapidly in the speed of light to the kitchen and back, with a cupcake in her hoof. It looked delicious with pink icing on it, and it was chocolate. "Try it!" Said Pinkie excited.

Link took the cupcake and took a bite, very slowly. He chewed it, a d in a few seconds, he really began to like the taste. "Why aren't any of these in Hyrule?" He said, eating the whole cupcake. "This is great!"

Mr and Mrs Cake walked up to the table, and Mrs Cake asked him "Did you enjoy the cupcake, deary?"

"Yeah, it's delicious." Link replied.

"Well, i'm glad to hear that?" said Mr Cake. "So, Link, where are you from?"

"I am from a land called Hyrule." Link answered. "Although I have no idea how i got here... because I was... transported here for an unknown reason."

"What kind of reason?" said Mrs. Cake curiously

"That's just it. I have no idea why."

"Oh, well... I hope you enjoy it here in Equestria." said Mr Cake.

"I hope so too." said Link with a sigh. "So, this is where Pinkie Pie lives? And where you live?"

"That's right." said Mrs. Cake. "Pinkie lives upstairs above us. She is always a good help to me and my husband. Isn't that right, dear?" she held her hoof on her husband's

"That she does, my sweet." said Mr. Cake. The two then gave eahcother a short kiss on the lips with a smile. Rainbow stuck her tongue out in discuss, making a faint "Bleh" sound, nodding her head sideways. Rainbow Dash is definitely like a tomboy. The rest of the group ignored her behavior however.

"Well, I might as well be going. I want to see what else their is in Equestria." said Link

"That's fine deary." said Mrs. Cake.

"Yeah. It is very nice to meet you Link. We hope to see you again some time soon." said Mr. Cake.

the hylian smiled. "I look forward to it, too." he said as he sat up from the chair in the table.

"Take care, Link." said Mrs. Cake as he and his new friends exited Sugarcube Corner. Link waved back to them in response before they left.

"Well, they were nice." said Link

"I told you they just needed to warm up to you." said Rainbow Dash.

"Yeah, they like you already." said Applejack. 

"So, now will you tell us about Hyrule?" said Twilight

"Well... i guess I can now." said Link. "Now that i have eaten." he patted his stomach again. However, he thought of about telling them about his wolf form by touching that Twilight crystal given to Midna. He worried that the ponies would be terrified to learn that secret. Fluttershy, however, may be the only exception, because she is so sweet, kind, and adorable. "Let me tell you about the races of Hyrule first." he said.

"Oh, wonderful." said Fluttershy

Link looked around the area for a good place to tell them about his home. He decided that he told them in the outskirts out town. Suddenly, he and the ponies heard a familiar voice. "C'mon, Bon Bon." it said "The music store has a new HAAAA----!!" something then crashed into Link to the ground. Link rubbed his head to ease the pain. Spike, and the mane 6 rushed to his aid, checking to see if he was okay.

"ow." Link moaned rubbing his head, and his side. "That hurt."

"Oh, my goodness, I am so terribly sorry." said the voice.

Link rubbed his head, and in his eyes, were a mint green unicorn with a small harp as a cutie mark, and a pale yellow earth pony with blue and pink in her mane and tail, with three pieces of candy as a cutie mark.

"Are you okay?" said the green unicorn.

"Uhhh... yeah." Link replied. "I'm fine." he slowly got up, and gave a little grunt of pain, as he felt the pain from the timberwolf strike come back to him.

"I am so sorry!" the unicorn exclaimed.

"I'm fine. I'm fine." said Link. "I've suffered worse." He made a full recovery after thirty seconds, and swiped the dirt off his green tunic.

"I am so sorry about Lyra." the earth mare said. "She was just so excited for a new harp available in the music store."

"That's fine." said Link. "It wasn't her fault."

The green unicorn mare then looked at Link. "You're... you're not from here, are you?" she asked very curiously.

"No. I'm not." Link answered.

"What's your name?" the yellow earth pony asked 

"Link." he replied.

"Nice to meet you Link." said the green unicorn shaking his hand with her hoof. "I'm Lyra, and this is my close friend, Bon Bon."

"It's very nice to meet you too." Link said Nicely.

"Well, we might as well be going. I really want that harp." Lyra said. "We should hang out some time."

"Sure." said Link. "I'll let you know."

Lyra smiled at him. "See you soon." she said, running to the music store again, with Bon Bon looking at her. "She really wants that harp." she said to Link. She gave an exhausted breath and ran after her again "Wait for me!" she said while she was running.

"Looks like you're getting more and more friends." said Fluttershy.

"Yeah, you are." Said Twilight.

Link smiled. They weren't wrong. Many ponies began to like him already, the Cakes, and then Lyra, and Bon Bon. "So... I've decided to tell you about Hyrule in your cottage, Fluttershy. If... if that's okay with you?"

"Oh, back where we've started huh?' said Applejack.

"I'm fine with that." said Fluttershy

"May I ask Why?" said Rarity

"Well, it's... complicated." was all Link replied.

"Very well." said Twilight. Link and the group then walked back to Fluttershy's cottage so that they can hear what Link has to say about his home.





Rights for this song go to Nintendo



Fluttershy re entered her home with her friends, and Link behind her. Link saw a couch to sit on to narrate, and he said "Alright, gather around." Fluttershy, her friends, and all of her critter friends came around to hear Link's homeland. "Now, in Hyrule, their are four main races; the Humans, Hylians: which are me, the Gorons, and the Zoras."

"What kind of creatures are those?" asked Rainbow Dash, thinking that their names were kind of funny.

"Well, let me start with the gorons, first." Link said. "The gorons are a large humanoid like race of rock people that live in Death Mountain, a volcanic area just north of Kakariko village." He pulled oGt his map of Hyrule to show to the girls.

"Death Mountain?" said Applejack. "That sounds like a dangerous place."

"Well, inside Death Mountain, and the Goron mines, yes. But don't worry, the Gorons are very bulky, but they are actually a very peaceful and calm race. They eat rocks, and they have these rock like structures on their backs. Their leader is a larger Goron named Darbus. They are also ruled by four Goron elders named: Gor Coron, Gor Liggs, Gor Ebizo, and Gor Amoto."

"Wow." said the ponies and Spike.

Link pulled out a picture of a Goron from one of his pouches and showed it to his new friends. The picture impressed the girls, and it made Rainbow Dash snicker a little

"What's so funny?" said Link

"That guys face." Rainbow said still snickering.

"I know, it looks weird, but these guys can roll to a ball and move like on in that state."

"Like an armadillo?" said Applejack

"Whatever that is, but yes." Link answered. "In Death Mountain, it's pretty safe, but, unless you're a Goron; stay out of the lava pits, because Gorons are fire proof, the other species are not."

"Good advice." Rainbow said sarcastically.

"Wait a minute." said Spike. "Dragons like me are fire proof."

"Oh, right." said Link. "Sorry, Spike."

"No, it's cool." the baby dragon replied.

"The Zoras, are also a very peaceful race. They are humanoid fish or whale type creatures with gills." Link continued.

"So they are sea creatures?" said Fluttershy.

"More or less." Link said. "They can go on land under water. The Zoras of course, are very excellent swimmers. Their leader was Queen Rutela, but sadly, she was killed."

The ponies murmured many words like "oh no" or "what?" Because they were surprised to hear that, and sympathetic as well.

"Killed?" said Rarity shocked to hear that.

"How did that happen?" said Fluttershy a little shocked to hear that herself. 

"I'll explain that later. Anywho, Their current leader is Prince Ralis, her son. He's still a kid, but he's learning the ropes really fast, and hopefully, he will make a good king for the Zora's one day. They live in this area called, Zora's Domain." Link showed his new friends where the Zora's home was. After that, he pulled out a picture of what a Zora looked like

The girls were very impressed by their appearances.

"That is amazing." said Twilight in astonishment.

"Very awesome." said Rainbow Dash.

"I wish i could meet these kind of creatures." said Fluttershy, also amazed.

"I wish I can breath underwater like that." said Spike.

"So are there any other races in your land?" asked Applejack. 

"Oh yes, there are minorities, but their are other races." Link said. "For instance, in the peak province of Hyrule, it is the coldest place in the land with lots of snow on it. There, a race called Yetis inhabit it?"

"What's a yeti?" asked Spike

"It's a creature that also looks like a human, but it is huge, and coated with white fur." Link answered. "The truth is, I only met two yetis in that region. A male named Yeto, and a female named Yeta. These two are married.

"Aww." said the mane six, and Spike.

"What features did they have?" ask Fluttershy.

"Yeto was huge." the hylian said. "He was bigger than a Goron, well... maybe as big as Darbus is. He has a large, beaver like tail, and small ram-like horns. He had really large eyes, and sharp teeth, but he's a very gentle giant once you get to know him. Yeta, his wife, was a little bigger than me, and had a more human like face. She didn't have horns or large eyes, but she's very sweet and very nice like her husband."

The ponies were truly amazed about the yetis. 

"Where do they live?" asked Fluttershy

"They live in the Snowpeak ruins on the mountain." Link answered. "Now, another race, they used to be evil, but they're... neutral, to say the least."

"What kind of a race is that?" asked Pinkie.

"The Bulblins. They were bandits, and a nasty race. They were ferocious. They had green skin, and were pretty ugly. They wore masks on their mouths like some bandits would usually have, and they have red eyes. They ride on these large, pig-like monsters called 'Bulbos'. They also have small cow-like horns. The bulbos also had red eyes, and had tusks on their lower jaw."

The group that Link was narrating to was both impressed, and a little scared by what the Bulblins were.

"Sounds scary." said Pinkie

"They are kind of scary." said Link. "Their leader is named "King Bulblin. He was larger than his lackeys, and had larger horns compared to his henchman. His Bullbo was also known as, 'Lord Bullbo'. Unlike his smaller counterparts, he was much bigger than any other bullbo. Another difference, is that he had two tusks instead of one on his lower jaw, along with long horns on his head."

"What kind of weapons do they have?" Asked Rainbow Dash

"Usually, they have these clubs that they would hit people with, and they are very good at archery. Sometimes, they would have fire arrows instead of regular ones."

"Have you fought any one of them?" Asked Rarity.

"Oh yeah, hundreds of them, and i always beat them." Link answered proudly.

"Wow." Everypony said In unison.

"Have you fought their king?" Asked Twilight.

"Oh yes." Link answered. "Four times as a matter of fact, and I won."

"Four?" Said Rainbow in amazement. "That is awesome!"

"Thanks." Link said, blushing.

"Where do THEY live" asked Applejack

"They live around here." Link said, pointing to the Gerudo desert on the map of Hyrule.

"That explains a lot." Said Twilight.

"Are there any horses or ponies In Equestria too?" Asked Fluttershy curiously.

"We'll yes." Said Link. "But... They don't talk, and we.... Use them as mounts to travel to places faster. But don't worry, we would never treat them badly. I myself have a horse named 'Epona' and I treat her with the respect that she deserves."

"Are you sure that you don't use them like slaves?" Said Rarity a little offended.

"Yes." Said Link a little nervous. "And I told you all that we are the dominant species in Hyrule, not horses or ponies, and not to mention that they don't talk, remember?"

"Oh. Right." Said Rarity, remembering what Link explained.

"Oh Link!" Said Rainbow Dash, like she just remembered something as well. "I just wanted to tell you how cool your sword is."

"Oh, thanks." Said Link

"Yeah, can we please see it again?" Said Fluttershy. "We didn't really get a chance to see it last night."

"Well... Okay." Said Link. He grabbed the Master Sword and unsheathed it from his back so that his new friends could see it's beautiful blade.

The ponies and Spike looked at the sword with awe.

"That is very impressive." Said Rarity. "I really admire the style."

"It's beautiful." Said Flutershy, gently touching the blade of the sword without cutting her good.

"Does it have a name?" Spike asked.

"Yeah, it's called the Master Sword; the blade of Evils bane." Link answered.

"That is so awesome!" Said Rainbow Dash.

"So shiny!" Said Pinkie Pie.

"What do you mean the blade of Evil's bane?" Asked Twilight curiously.

"Well, back in my home, a very evil wizard was planning to take over Hyrule, and I stopped and destroyed him from doing so." Link said

"You defeated it?" Said Applejack in disbelief, and amazement. "How did you do that all by yourself?" She asked him

"Well.... I wasn't actually alone when I defeated him. The Wizard's name was Ganondorf. He was a very evil man that would do anything to take over the land of Hyrule." He lowered the Master Sword. "This sword." He continued "was the key to kill him, and it worked."

The ponies and Spike gave yet another type of words of amazement, and in awe.

"That is really awesome!" Said Rainbow Dash. "Who would have believed that you would have saved your homeland from an evil wizard." She wrapped Her arm around Link's shoulders, and patted him on the back before taking her arm of the shoulders.

"Oh! I forgot to ask, Do you Hylians or humans have a ruler?" asked Spike

"Oh yes, I forgot about that didn't I?" said Link. "Well, the ruler of Hyrule is Princess Zelda. She helped me defeat Ganondorf and save Hyrule."

"You have a princess too?" said Twilight, really amazed.

"Yep." Link replied. "You have a princess?" he asked

"Hm-mm. The rulers of Equestria are Princess Celestia, the guardian of the sun, and Princess Luna, the guardian of the moon." said Twilight

"That's really cool." the Hylian said. Link's stomach then growled, and said "I am so sorry to cut this short, but I need to use the loo."

"That's fine, go ahead." Said Fluttershy kindly. Link went upstairs to use the bathroom while the mane 6 and Spike talked.

"I think we should throw Link a 'Welcome to Equestria' party!" Pinkie whispered excitedly.

"That's what I was thinking." Said Rainbow Dash in agreement. "But... When?"

"Let's just give Link some time to settle her, then we'll celebrate." Said Fluttershy. "I want him to be more comfortable around here."

"Good idea, Fluttershy." Said Twilight

"Where will he live?" Asked Rarity.

They thought about it, and Looked at Fluttershy. The yellow pegasus then smiled and said "okay, I suppose he can stay here. After all he seems like a very nice.... Creature."

The ponies and Spike smiled at her.

Link got out of the bathroom, and wiped his hands together. "So... Would anyone like to see me what I'm capable of with my sword?" He asked

"Yeah!" Said Rainbow Dash.

"Let's see what you can do." Said Applejack. Link then headed outside with the ponies and Spike following behind them to see his sword tricks.
> Remembering the Hidden Skills (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

On the outskirts of Ponyville, Link found a perfect spot to show off his amazing fighting techniques. The only problem was that there was no dummy to display it on. Link decided to just swing his sword for now, and save the dummy for later. He unsheathe ed the Master Sword and the Hylian shield from his back and he said "you might want to stand back a little."

The ponies and Spike did what Link advised them all to do and stood back to make some space for him. "Let's see what you can do." Said Rainbow Dash, eager to see what will happen. 

Link took a breath, and did a few amazing vertical and horizontal slashes. He made a few grunting noises while he was slashing.

"Wow." Said the group in awe. They were truly impressed with his sword play. He did a few more slashes and this time, they were a little more acrobatic slashing. He did a back flip and did his last move by doing his jump attack (not at the group, but at a different direction.)

"How was that?" Link asked in a cool pose. 

"That was amazing." Said Fluttershy in awe.

"Totally awesome!" Rainbow added. 

"Absolutely athletic." Said Rarity. 

"You are amazing with that sword." Said Twilight. 

"Do you think you can teach me those moves?" Spike asked. The group looked at Spike a little surprised and concerned. 

"I'm just kidding." Spike joked. He and the girls laughed at the comment.

"Well, if you'd like me to teach it, I will." Said Link. "But a sword is not a toy and it comes with a great responsibility"

"I know. I was just kidding. I really don't like swords I would just use my claws or my fire breath." Spike replied. He did a little playful hiss showing his toughness and he laughed.

Link chuckled and said "anyway, I know other tricks with a sword, but I rather prefer to show you later."

"Why?" Applejack asked. 

"Well, for one thing, because they all require a strong practice dummy." Link answered. 

"Oh, I can create one with my magic if you would like." Twilight suggested with a little excitement. 

"Could you?" Link asked.

"Of course." Twilight replied. She carefully used her magic to poof up a practice dummy for swords, and it looked like a diamond dog.

"Wow." Link said "Thanks, Twilight."

"You're welcome, Link." Twilight replied politely. 

"Well... I guess i might as well show you all now." Link said, preparing himself to use his hidden skills from when the Hero of Time taught him. Fluttershy, Twilight, Spike, and the rest eagerly waited for something to happen. Link took a breath, and hit the dummy with a few swings and knocked it to the ground, and performed the finishing blow, leaving an opening on the dummy. He back-flipped back over.

The group gave words of amazement and awe, really admiring that finishing move.

"Very impressive. What other moves do you have?" Twilight asked.

"Hmm... well, there's something I use called the shield attack to block my enemies attacks. If I wanted to, i would finish them off with the Helm Splitter. Allow me to show you." He took another breath, did the shield attack, making the dummy shake, and jumped in midair in a back-flip, hitting the dummy's head, splitting it in half with the master sword.

The group sounded more amazed than ever. 

"Truly marvelous." said Rarity.

"Show us some more." said Rainbow Dash.

"Okay, okay." Link said while chuckling. "This one is called the back slice." He jumped sideways to the right, rolled, and sliced the dummy's back with a jump-slash.

Twilight, and her friends then started to applaud for him now. 

"You rock. Woo hoo." Fluttershy quietly exclaimed.

"Thanks." Link said, blushing. He showed the group the mortal draw, and the jump strike, making them cheer even louder.

"Totally blown my mind." said Rainbow Dash.

"Now, for the last trick: The great spin." Link said. "Now, you might want to step back a little farther now," The ponies and Spike did what he told them, and he held himself in a pose for his ultimate attack. After five long short seconds, he released a red slice wave, like a small cyclone, cutting the whole body of the dummy in half. The practice dummy was now battered and shattered from the swings and strikes from the almighty Master Sword.

"That was awesome!" said Spike. He and the others came around Link to tell him how much of an amazing job he did with that sword. Link smiled from their flattery.

"Ah, thanks." Link said. He then thought of how nice these unfamiliar creatures are, and said "Say, can I show you all something?"

"What's that?" said Twilight as she and the group gave Link some space.

"Well... you see... i have a crystal that can allow me to...." Link was still kind of having a difficult time trying to explain what he was saying. Finally, he gave a little cough before he said "Transform."

"Transform?" the group exclaimed.

"Yes." Link answered.

"Into what?" said Applejack.

"I... I can't tell you now. You... wouldn't be able to handle it." Link replied with a little panic in his voice, starting to have second thoughts. Pinkie hurriedly came up to him, like a begging golden retriever puppy. "Show us, please please please please pleeeeeeeaaaaasssseee???????" she begged.

"Alright." Link said, giving into Pinkie's puppy dog eyes.

"Oh boy. I can't wait." said Rainbow Dash, waiting for the transformation.

Link was still unsure about this, but he reluctantly took out the shadow crystal from Midna, and touched it. He transformed into a black and white wolf with a broken chain tied to his leg.

The other ponies and Spike gasped with surprise. 

"Oh my goodness." said Fluttersy, amazed by Link's wolf transformation. She walked up to Link, and hugged him, a little tightly. "Soooooo cute." Fluttershy squeaked.

Link felt uncomfortable, and tried to break free, but felt his belly being rubbed by Fluttershy, very gently. He gave small little growls of relaxation from the belly rubbing. 

Fluttershy let Link go and said "sorry, I couldn't help it."

"It's alright, Fluttershy." Said Link.

Every pony's eyes went wide. 

"He can talk as a wolf too?" Said Applejack in disbelief.

"Yes. I can." Link replied. "I hope I didn't scare you all."

"Are you kidding me? That's totally awesome." Rainbow admired.

"And I really love that small mane you have on your back." Rarity added. Link touched the crystal again, with his snout is time, and turned back into a Hylian.

"That's very fascinating." Said Twilight. "How did you get so much power like this?"

"It's a long story." Said Link. "I would rather prefer if we talked about it later."

Spike felt like he needed to burp and burped a small fire of green, revealing a scroll with. Mysterious seal about it. The baby dragon opened it, and after he read it, he said "Prinsess Celestia and Luna want us to come to Canterlot."

"For what?" Asked Fluttershy

"They said they want to meet a mysterious creature that's not from Equestria." Spike replied. They all looked at Link.

"Oh I think I know what creature they are talking about." Link said sarcastically. "Do they want to do something bad to me? Or take me prisoner?"

"No, of course not." Said Twilight. "They just want to see what you are. I promise."

"OK, well... How are we going to go to Canterlot?" Link asked a little unsure.

"From the train, silly." Pinkie said while knocking on Link's head.

"Come one, Sugarcube." Said Apllejack. "Let us show you."





Everypony got off the train, with Link behind them. "Wow. I have never been on a train ride before." He said.

"Until now." Said Applejack.

While walking through the streets of Canterlot, the townspeople didn't know what to think of Link, in fact, they kind of stared at him, like a creature they have never seen before. "Soooo... This is Canterlot?" Link asked

"Yep, the capital of Equestria." Fluttershy said.

The twin kind of reminded Link of Hyrule Castle Town with many people running in the streets like they were in a hurry, or shopping for something nice. Despite the staring, Link ignored them, and continued walking to the castle.

Inside, many guards stepped aside for Twilight to pass through, and the group went upstairs to the throne room. The Hylian really admired the beauty of the castle, and looked at the decor. It was just as nice as Hyrule castle back in his home.

"Here we are." Said Rarity. Twilight opened the door, and walked on a vermilion red rug, that led to two thrones. A white and blue Alicorn were sitting on them. The white one was larger than the blue, and the blue one was a little smaller. It had to be princess a Celestia and Princess Luna. Yes, it was.

"Ah, Twilight and friends. Welcome." Said the white Alicorn in a very motherly, and beautiful voice.

"Your majesty." Said Twilight. She and her friends bowed to her and Luna. Link was the last one to bow, because he was on the spot. A small shiver went down his spine with nervousness and a little worriment.

The two sisters walked up to the group, and they both looked at Link with astonishment. "Rise up, mighty creature." Said Luna

"M- me?" Said Link looking at the two.

"Yes, dear." Said Celestia kindly. Link slowly stood up on his legs, still a little nervous about what will happen to him next.

"Can you tell us your name?" Asked Celestia.

"Yes... Link." He replies. "My name is Link, your majesties."

"It is a pleasure to meet you, Link." Said Celestia, smiling.

"Indeed. Now, I really do not mean to be rude to ask you this, but where did you come from?" Luna said

"I,.. I don't know." Link admitted. "Well, I came from a land called Hyrule, a land from another dimension. I do not even know how I even got here, but I suddenly got... Transported here."

"I see." Said Celestia. 

"What do you think you are here for." Asked Luna.

"Well... I have had this vision where... I saw these evil, horse like insects with bug-like eyes, trying to take over Hyrule."

The group and the princess' looked one another with a little shock and horror.

"I had the same vision like that too." Said Twilight.

"So did I." Spike added.

"Sister, you don't think that?..." Luna didn't know what to say. 

"I think it is, Luna." Said Celestia. It sounded like a terrible was about to come, and it sounded like in a equestria too, since they all know what mind of vision link had.

"You know about this?" Link said

"Yes." Celestia replied. 

"What is this." Link asked.

Celestia was silent for a moment, but, she said at last "They are called Changelings, insect-like creatures that can take the form of anypony, and feed on love from everypony to feed themselves. Their leaders is Queen Chrysalis. Twilight and her friends fought her almost a year ago."

"And we kicked her butt." Said Rainbow Dash.

"What do you think this could be?" Asked Twilight, a little worried.

"I don't know, Twi." Said Applejack, a little unfamiliar about what is going on right now.

""It means that she is... Back." Said Fluttershy, deathly scared by saying that. 

"Calm down, everypony." Said Celestia. "Let's not panic right now. My soldiers will get to finding any clues of any return. Just don't worry about it too much.

With Celestia, it will be a little more okay because she and Luna are really powerful beings of Equestria. They all just hope that they thought right about the two princess'.

"Okay." Said Twilight.

"Wait!" Link said "I think I can fix this."

"Whoa whoa whoa, Link." Said Rainbow Dash. "That sounds a little dangerous."

"I've face things even more dangerous than those creatures." Link said.

"Do you really think you can take on the great queen Chrysalis?" Rarity asked

"Yes. Back in my world, I was known as the Hero of Twilight."

Everypony gave a confused look at eachother, and Rainbow snickered, mind of thinking that there is a romance coming on between Link and Twilight herself.

The purple Alicorn blushed at the statement, a d began to stammer a little.

"No no no no." Link said, worried that he just embarrassed Twilight. I mean in the Twilight realm in Hyrule. Not Twilight Sparkle." Link chuckled nervously. "I meant the Twilight realm  in Hyrule, that is another world."

"Thanks, we were confused." Said Applejack.

The hero looked at Twilight, and said "I didn't mean that I have a crush on you or anything romantic between us. I mean in the Twilight Realm back in my homeland. I hope you understand, Twilight."

"Don't worry. I understand." Twilight said with a smile.

He smiled back at Twilight, and turned his attention back to Celestia and Luna. "Your majesties, I have saved Hyrule from an evil wizard named Ganondorf with this sword." He showed the two princess' the master sword, with the blade gleaming against the light.

"Intriguing." Said Celestia.

"I have never seen anything like that." Said Luna.

Link sheathed his sword back in the scabbard. "I know you might not believe me, because i am still a boy." He said.

"No, deary. We believe you. Right sister?" Said Celestia. Her younger sister nodded a yes with a smile. "I'll have our guards look into something like that like I said.

"And my guards as well." Luna added.

Link smiled at their remark. "Very well. If they are back, I will put a stop to it, to both protect my home, and in Equestria." He proudly said

"Thank you, Link" Celestia said gratefully. "You have a good heart, filled with courage."

"I am terribly sorry, but I am afraid that we are finished here." Luna said. "Thank you all for coming." Everypony, except Link, bowed their head to her in response and said their farewells to them before leaving the castle back to Ponyvlle.





Everyone in Ordon Village was in a tone of panic, realizing that their champion had just disappeared without a trace. Rusl led a search party that included himself and everyone in the village. They searched high and low, but no trace of him

"Yo, Pergie! Have you found him in the Faron pond?" Said Jaggle

"Sorry, honey. Nothin." His wife replied

"Where could he be?" Said Beth.

"He couldn't have just disappeared without a trace." Hanch added.

Talo gasped with searching In a bush and suggested "maybe he's invisible."

"No stupid." Said Malo unamused, "that could not be possible."

"Don't give up everyone. Just keep looking for him" Rusl announced "we will find him." He felt Colin gently pulling his pants

"Should we tell Princess Zelda about this?" Colin asked, very worried about Link right now.

"Of course son." Rusl said. "We'll make sure that Zelda. The Gorons, or even the Zoras will help too."

"I just hope he's okay." Colin said

"He'll be fine Colin." Rusl said fatherly. "We'll find him." He then gently rubbed Colin's head to make him feel more better, and the boy gave a little smile on his face, knowing that everything will be okay.
> Link Protects a Colt's dignity (Edited)
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After that important meeting with Princess Celestia and Princess Luna, Link, and his new friends were back in Ponyville. The young Hylian never stopped thinking about the vision with these... "changeling" creatures. Another concern was Colin, and all his friends back home in Hyrule. For this vision was also sought by Princess Zelda, for Hyrule along with it's people and animals can be in grave danger from these monsters too.

"What's wrong, Link?" asked Fluttershy, noticing Link's concerned face.

Link nodded his head, leaving his thinking and back to reality. "Well, if you all must know. I have friends from my village, and they probably know that I am missing. I just hope they'll be alright." he admitted

"I'm pretty sure they are just fine." said Twilight, trying to cheer him up a little.

"What kind of... friends do you have?" Rainbow asked him curiously.

"I think that is private, Rainbow." Rarity said to her.

"No, it's fine." Link said, still walking through town. "I might as well tell you about the people I care about. You see-" he paused as he saw three little fillies running up to him and the Pony gang. An orange pegasus with a tomboyish esque hairstyle, a yellow earth filly with a long red mane and tail with a pink bow-tie, and a white unicorn filly with a white mane and tail with a few light purple streaks.

Link began to panic a little, worried that these little fillies might run him over like what with him and Lyra a little earlier today. He motioned his hands into a small battle pose, ready to face the fillies like he would do with the gorons charging him while he was wearing the iron boots or the Ordon goats back home.

"Hey, Applejack." said the yellow earth mare. She also had a southwestern or a cowgirl type of accent like Applejack did.

"Hey Applebloom, Sweetie Belle, and Scootaloo." Applejack said to her. "What brings you here?"

"Well, we've heard about this... creature that everypony has been talking about and we though that we should meet him, right girls?" said the unicorn filly.

"Right!" replied the other two.

The three little children turned their attention to Link, and looked at him with extreme curiosity. They of course, have also never seen a creature like Link before.

"Soooo.... what kind of a monster are you?" the orange pegasus asked, circling around him with observation.

"Scootaloo!" Twilight scolded. "He's not a monster."

Link laughed. "It's alright, Twilight. These three kind of remind of some kids back in Hyrule." he said. He looked at the three fillies and politely said "My name is Link, and I come from a land called Hyrule."

"Link?" said the yellow earth filly. "I have never heard of a name like that before."

"What kind of a name is that?" the white unicorn asked.

"What kind of a land is this... Hyrule?" the orange pegasus added.

"I think that's too many questions for him to answer girls." said Rarity.

"Sorry about them, they are just curious." said Rainbow Dash.

"Yeah, sorry if we were in your way." said the orange filly.

Link smiled at them. "It's okay. I'm used to it. Besides, like I said, they all remind of some friends that are your age back in my homeland."

The three fillies smiled at him back. "So, we might as well tell you our names now." said the yellow southern filly. "My names's Applebloom, Applejack's sister."

"I'm Scootaloo." said the orange pegasus filly.

"And I'm Sweetie Belle, Rarity's sister." the unicorn squeaked.

Link looked at the girls and then to Rarity and Applejack, and realized that they are siblings, because of their appearances, and Applebloom's similar accent. "Awesome." Link commented

"and we are...." Sweetie Belle began

"You might want to cover your ears." Applejack whispered to Link's ear like something really loud was about to happen right now.

"THE CUTIE MARK CRUSADERS YAY!" the fillies exclaimed at the top of their lungs. Link covered his ears too protect his eardrums. It sounded like, or was close to the sound of the calls of Death Sword or Yeta when she was under the influence from the mirror of Twilight.

Despite their little... outburst, these fillies were all adorable for Link to handle. "It's a pleasure to meet you all." he said to them.

"Well, we might as well be getting our cutie marks for rat catcher." said Applebloom.

"It's nice to meet you Link." said Sweetie Belle.

"Yeah, you're awesome." Scootaloo complimented. 

Link lightly laughed at her compliment. "You're welcome, Scootaloo. It's very nice to meet you all. Would you... like to hang out sometime? Or at least play?"

"Totally!" Sweetie Belle said happily. 

"Yeah, We would love that." said Applebloom.

"Bye Link." the fillies said to him as they left to get their cutie marks.

"See you kids later." Link called back to them. He then continued to walk through Ponyville with Spike and the girls following him. 

"So you were saying about your friends back home." said Rainbow Dash

"Oh! right. Well, I might was well start with the people in my hometown, Ordon village." While he was walking, he began "Ordon village is a very peaceful village, and two small lakes within it, very perfect for fishing. All of my friends were human, well... they all had round ears instead of pointed ears like mine."

His new friends were really fascinated by this.

"Did you have a job?" Fluttershy asked

"Oh yes. I was a goat herder at Ordon Ranch with Fado, a close friend of mine about my age." Link answered. "The ranch was just north of the village, and pretty big too."

"What kind of goats were they?" asked Twilight

"They were just called Ordon goats." Link answered. "Here let me show you a picture of one." He reached into his pocket to show an Ordon goat to the girls and Spike. "Now, you might laugh a little from this picture." he said as he stopped before showing it.

The girls and Spike looked at it, Rainbow began to snicker from it's appearance, and then she gaffed, falling to the grassy floor. 

"Hahahahah! That is one of the funniest looking goats I have ever seen?" said Rainbow, and then she continued laughing.

Fluttershy however, thought it was adorable and an amazing creature. "How cute." she said.

"I really admire his horns." rarity added.

"Do they produce cheese or milk?" Spike asked curiously

"Oh yes, their cheese is very round and circular, and it looks like a ring. Their milk and their dairy is actually rather delicious. These goats are very friendly creatures, but you would want to stand clear if they get angry, for they can charge you if provoked, but only if you attack it first, then it will become aggressive."

"Are there a lot of these goats in your homeland?" Twilight asked

"Oh they are quite a common sight, yes. When I was in Hyrule castle town in the west entrance of the city, there was a small Ordon goat stable."

"That's rather marvelous." said Rarity.

"About some friends of mine, I'll start with the kids in my village. Malo, Talo, Beth, and Colin. Malo and Talo were brothers. Talo was the older brother, and is really adventurous. Malo is younger, and alot more mature than him, but he can be a little rude sometimes. This is a little weird to you, but Malo has created his own marketing franchise called Malo mart, and it has become a huge success, even in Hyrule castle town, he is becoming popular."

It was rather an unbelievable detail that Twilight, and her friends would believe a boy would run a business like that.

"How would a young boy run a business?" Applejack asked a little confused.

"I don't know. I wondered the same thing as you did, Applejack." Link said. "Anyway, Beth was a rather precautious girl and like the other kids, she deeply respected me like a hero. Like I said, those fillies remind me of them a little."

"What about that other kid... ah... what's his name?" said Rainbow Dash

"Colin. He is a really nice boy, you would all love him. He used to be a really shy kid, and he always wanted to be like me more than any other of the kids. After I defeated Ganondorf, I took him under my wing and taught him the ways of the sword. So far over the months, he's getting really good at it."

"That's amazing." said Fluttershy. "And what a nice thing to do for him. He doesn't get hurt does he?"

"Of course, not Fluttershy. He's smart, he knows what he would do with a sword instead of going all willy-nilly with a sword and shield. You would all love him. He's... he's like a little brother to me."

The girls and Spike went "Aww."

Link told his friends about the children's parents in the village and described to them what they were all like. Twilight and her friends definitely wished that they can meet these nice people.

"Finally," Link said "There was Illia, a girl a year younger than me. We... we..." Link was trying to think of the best word to describe his relationship between him and Illia.

Twilight made a little smirk and teased "Somepony has a little crush."

Link blushed and said "no, no, no, we're not.... in love."

"Oh i think you are in love." Rarity said with joy.

"It's not like that... we're just good friends." Link said.

"Sure you are." said Rainbow teasingly.

"Shut up." Link said. "So, where can i stay or sleep in for a little while until i can get back home to Hyrule?" He asked.

"Where do you wanna sleep?" Asked Pinkie Pie.

"Yeah, I wouldn't mind if you stayed at my farm for a little while." Applejack offered.

"Or at my shop." Rarity added.

"We also have a guest bedroom at our castle if you need it." Twilight offered

"And it's a really nice one." The baby dragon added.

"We'll, I would also like to offer you a stay on my cottage." Said Fluttershy in her quiet voice. "But whichever one you choose is okay with me."

"Me too." Said Rainbow

"Me three!" Said Pinkie.

Link was touched by their kind and generous offering, and thought of which one of these houses he should sty in. He worried that if he choose one of his new friends's house, it would hurt her feelings, but Fluttershy said that they would be okay for which answer he would chose. 

"Hmm... Let me think about it, and... In the meantime, why don't I just look around Ponyville some more while I think, hmm?" Link said

The girls and Spike smiled at him."that's fine, Link. That would be a good idea to make some more friends. Come find any of us if you need anything." Said Twilight.

"I will." Said Link.

"Well. See you soon Link." Said Rainbow. She and her friends went in different directions and they continued with their normal lives. Link looked around the place with curiosity and tried to look for something to do to pass the time.

The young Hylian would walk around on some areas, and see what he would like to do. Then, a voice called out saying "hey, Link!"

Link turned to the direction of the voice, and saw Lyra and Bon Bon, the two ponies he met earlier. "Oh, hi Lyra, hello Bon Bon" Link said politely

"Hello." Said Bon Bon "wonderful to see you again, Link."

"What can I do you for?" Link asked

"I just wanted to show you the cool harp I just bought at the music store." Lyra said, showing Link the instrument she referred to. It was so beautiful and golden.

"It's... So beautiful." Link said in awe, gently touching the instrument to admire it's beauty.

"Thanks, it costed me over three hundred bits to purchase, but it was all worth it." Lyra hugged the heart like a personal teddy bear. She played the harp with her hooves, and it sounded divine, and very whimsical. After she was done, link clapped his hand to show her how much he enjoyed it,

"That was amazing, very perfect tune." Link said, clapping his hands.

Lyra blushed at his compliment, and said "thanks. It's my special talent. Would you like to try playing it?"

"Sure." Link replied. The green unicorn gave Link the small harp, and the Hylian was thinking of what to play, and played a very beautiful song that sounded like... Zelda's lullaby. While he was playing, many residents of Ponyville came to watch him, and enjoyed it. After Link was done, everypony applaud for him, and then he gave Lyra her harp back

"That was very amazing." Said Bon Bon. "I didn't know you play the harp."

"We'll. I have played it before." Link said. "This is my second time playing it."

"Are there any other songs you can play?" Lyra asked curiously. "You are a natural with a harp."

"Oh, I don't know about that, you're probably better than I am." Link said with modesty while rubbing his arm softly.

"Ah, don't be modest, Link." Lyra said, touching his hand with her hoof. "That was a really amazing song. What was the name of it?"

"Yeah, what was the name of that fascinating tune?" Bon Bon asked

"It was called Zelda's lullaby. Zelda is the princess and ruler of Hyrule, my home." Link answered.

"That's cool." Lyra commented intriguingly.

"It does sound very much like a lullaby." Bon Bon added.

Link smiled. "Well, I might as well be going then, I want to see what else there is in this town." He was about to keep walking when he was stopped by Lyra

"Wait!" Lyra exclaimed.

"What?" Link said in a worried voice lie, something serious is happening right now.

"Would you... Like to hang out with us some more?" Lyra asked

"Oh yes, please. We have so much more to ask you." Bon Bon added.

Link thought of it for a moment and said "well... Okay." Then he smiled

Lyra and Bon Bon smiles were showing their teeth. They were now even more happy to have Link be with them for a little longer.

"So, were would you like to go right now?" Link asked

"Well, me and Bon Bon were planning of sitting in the park." Lyra answered.

"That sounds perfect."

The three walked over to the park, and found a nice, comfortable bench to sit and rests their butts on. They were a little silent for a little while, and haven't said anything for a little while. Finally, Bon Bon asked the hero "so, what kind of a name is Link?"

""I don't know." Link admitted. "But I think it's a rather cool name, don't you agree?"

"Oh yeah, I agree." Said Lyra.

"So do I." Bon Bon added."I think it's a beautiful name." Link smiled at her compliment.

Before Lyra could ask him a question this time. There was a distant yelling in the distance. "I like doubt you will get a cutie mark, blank flank." Said the voice. It sounded like a mean snobbish teen or little girl's voice.

The three looked over and saw a small little colt with a brown mane and tail, a pink earth filly with a tiara on her head, and another earth pony with glasses, a d a ponytail on her mane.

"Leave me alone Diamond Tiara." Said the colt.

"What's the matter?" Said the gray filly. "Can't handle the truth? Hahahahaha." The sight of that stunned Link, Lyra and Bon Bon. The three glared at the mean little fillies and Link got off the bench.

"Where you going, Link?" Asked Lyra curiously.

"To help a child in need." Link answered. He walked up to the two fillies with an angry face

"Blank flank! Blank Flank!" The fillies teased harshly.

"Hey!" Link exclaimed. The two turned around and noticed Link, looking at them angrily.

The two were a little frightened by Link's appearance, and have a good reason to be. "Like, what do you want?" The pink filly asked

"You two back off and leave the kid alone." Link sternly said.

"Who's going to make us?" the gray filly said sarcastically.

Link's face looked a little even more angry now. Then, he pulled out his sword at the two little girls, making them gasp with fear. "I will. Now, don't let me catching doing this again, or I will tell your parents on you." Link threatened softly. "Are we clear?"

The fillies nodded very nervously.

"Good, now get out of my sight." Link sternly said. Just like that, the two fillies ran away from him with a little fear in them. After that, Link put his !aster Sword away, and asked the colt "are you alright, kid"

"Yeah. Thanks, mister." The colt replied happily.

Link smiled to him "no problem." He replied. "So, what's your name?"

"My name is Pipsqueak, but you can just call me Pip." The colt replied

"Nice to meet you, Pip. So, who were those girls anyway, and... Why were they bullying you?" Link asked a little curiously.

"That was Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon. They are the meanest ponies in town, and they were making fun of me because I don't have my cutie mark yet." Pip answered

"Oh well. Don't listen to them. You just have to ignore their type." Link said. "If they are picking on you again, come find me and I will help you, alright?"

"Okay. So, what's your name?" Pip asked

"Link. My name is Link."

"That's a very awesome name." The colt said. "Well, I might as well be heading back home. See you soon, Link. It was very nice to meet you." He then ran back home

"See you soon, Pip." Link said, waving at him. He looked back at Lyra and Bon Bon, and sat back on the bench with them.

"Wow, I'm proud of you, Link." Lyra said.

"Indeed, so am I." Bon Bon added. "You really have a good heart."

"Ah well, I just couldn't stand to see Pip getting picked on like that. It reminded me of a boy that was lie, a little brother to me named Colin. The other kids would pick on him because of his shyness, but I was always there for him when he needed me.

"Well, isn't that nice." Said Lyra.

It was silent again for a little moment, except for the birds singing and chirping randomly around the three as they were sitting.

"So, how often do you use that sword?" Asked Bon Bon

"Only in times of distress and in life or death situations." Link answered. "Would you like to see it?"

"Oh yes, please." Bon Bon replied.

Link unsheathed the master sword again, and showed it to Lyra and Bon Bon. The two gave many oohs and ahhhs seeing the beauty of the legendary master sword.

"Look at it. It's so beautiful." Lyra said in awe.

"It is so shiny." Bon Bon added.

"It's a cool blade isn't it." Link said

"Hm-mm." The two mares replied on a trance of awe. The hero then put the sword back in it's scabbard.

"Well. Would you like to play a game?" Bon Bon asked.

"Yeah I guess I can." Link said

"Ooh ooh. I'll go first." Sad Lyra with excitement. "I spy with my little eye, something that is.... Blue."





Meanwhile, captain Thunder Hoof and his small battalion of ten to twenty soldiers were in the badlands of Equestria, trying to investigate any suspicious activity under the orders of Celestia. So far, they found no trace of any changeling activity what so ever.

"Do you think we should keep looking captain?" Said one of the soldiers

"Yes, Clad Helmet." Said Thunder Hoof. "We have to, it's Celestia's orders." 

It sounded like the other soldiers were uncertain and a little impatient about this since they have found no progress so far.

"We just have to keep digging for any clues." The captain added. Then they found a cave in a small canyon with a small green light glowing within it.

"I think that's evidence." Said a soldier named Sharp Tail.

"Follow me, men." The captain ordered, they all ran to the cave, and when they came in, the light completely vanished. They were all becoming a little scared, and worried that something will pop out of nowhere.

They heard a very evil laughter echoing in the cave. The shoulders were trembling with fear, and tried to stand their ground.

"Keep an eye out, men!" Thunder Hoof ordered. Then, a soldier right behind them, who was the one most afraid, felt something from behind him. He gave a loud "aaaaaaaahhhhhhhh!!!!!!" At the top of his lungs before he and the other soldiers were ambushed by an unknown entity.
> Shocking News/A party for Link (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Princess Celestia was having tea with a few of her guards in her throne room, and having good conversations with them as well. There was also some laughter from them as it echoed quietly in the throne room. All of a sudden, a large burst through the door flew over the large room.

"You're majesty, you're majesty." Said a high-ranking guard running to her and bowing to her in respect. He panted to catch his breath from running. 

"General Yellow Shield?" Said Celestia. "What is going on?" What ever it sounded, it must sound deadly, deadly serious by the way he had just entered her throne room. "What is it?"

"My sincere apologies for barging in here, but I have terrible news." He paused and rose his head up to show her his face when he finished "Captain Thunder Hoof and all his soldiers have gone missing when you sent them to the badlands to check for anything suspicious."

Celestia was shocked to hear that. "How did this happen?" she asked with alarm

"I... I don't know, they were just investigating for any suspicious activity near the Changeling's homeland, and then: Poof! They just vanished into thin air like some kind of dark magic. That's all I know."

She thought of what to do now, and finally, she said to one of her most trusted generals "Alright. please send a letter to Queen Chrysalis immediately. I want a few... words with her."

"What?!" Exclaimed the general. "But... but... what if she tries to kill me. I know I am a general, but... She might suck the living life out of me by sucking all of my love like a gigantic vampiric mosquito sucking all my organs out."

"Don't worry." Celestia said softly. She got up from her throne and wrapped her wing around him. "Princess Luna will come with you on your way."

Yellow Helm was a tad but relieved to hear that, but still considered it suicide to entered the lair of the succubi and incubi called Changelings, especially if Luna is going with him. However, he cannot disappoint Celestia or her younger sisters themselves, so he said "Very well, princess." and bowed his head a yes.

"Excellent." Celestia said to him. "I promise you that you will be in good hooves."

The general gave a slight smile to his grand leader, and said "Yes, princess. I am sure of that."

"You may leave now." said the princess. "Oh, and I will tell Luna about what she will be doing later."

Then the general left the room, leaving Celestia to wonder if Chrysalis was really responisible, or if it was somepony or something else that is causing this great disturbance. then she thought of She will find those missing soldiers, and then thought about telling her former protege: Twilight Sparkle about this shocking information too. She decided to see what happens and hoped that Chrysalis would negotiate peacefully with her, and not cause another conflict like at the Wedding between Shining Armor and Cadence.





Meanwhile, Link was still relaxing on the park bench with Lyra and Bon Bon still sitting with him. Turns out that they were a little finished with their little game of I Spy, and they had fun. What was even more fun was that Link played this with the kids back in Ordon all the time

"Lyra, can you play more fair next time? I couldn't even figure out the last time you were hinting on." Said Bon Bon.

Lyra giggled and she replied "okay, okay. I promise Bon Bon, only because it will make you happy."

"Well, I didn't really mind, tt was fun. I used to play this with the children in the village back in Hyrule." Link said. Of course he had more fun than Bon Bon did.

"What's it like in your village?" Asked Lyra.

Link was on the spot for a moment, but he replied "Oh it's a peaceful place. It has two lakes, one that is large and has Greengills and Ordon Catfish. The other lake is smaller and has smaller fish, but has frogs too. You would all love it there."

"That's amazing." Said Lyra."

"Yeah that does sound like we would love it." Bon Bon added.

Then a frown formed on Link's face. The two mares noticed and looked concerned about him

"What's the matter, Link?" Lyra asked

"Well... I got friends that are worried about me back home. I just hope they are all alright." Link answered, very worried about his friends from his homeland.

"Don't worry, I am sure they are a-okay." Said Bon Bon cheering him up.

Link gave a smirk. "Yeah, you're probably right." Then, he go off the bench and said "well, I might as well be going now. I want to see more of Ponyville."

"Wait! Can we come with you, please?" Lyra said with puppy eyes.

"Lyra." Bon Bon gently scolded.

"No it's fine." Link said "you can come with if you really want to."

Lyra and Bon Bon were really happy to hear that. They wanted to know more about this Hylian. They happily accompanied Link back into the streets. As they were walking, and having conversations with one another, Something made Link jump and made his heart beat like a Goron drum.

"SURPRIIIIIISSSSEEEE!!!!" said a loud group of voices. Link unsheathed the Master Sword and the Hylian shield in alarm. 

"What? What?" Link said, looking around what was happening. "What is this?"

In the the crowd was Twilight, Spike, and their closest friends with them. They all walked up to him, and Rainbow said "Relax, it's not an attack."

"It's a party, silly!" said Pinkie Pie.

"A party for what?" Link asked as he slowly put his sword and shield back on his back.

"For you! To welcome you to Equestria, Link!" said Pinkie excited. 

The Hylian was rather touched as if he had changed from being alarmed to calm again. He turned to Lyra and Bon Bon again and he asked them "Did you know about this?" a smile crept on his face

"Yeah, Pinkie wanted this to be a surprise." Lyra answered.

"Sorry if we were lying to you before." said Bon Bon

"It's okay, Bon Bon. I like surprises." Link replied, gently rubbing Bon Bon's mane. He turned back to his other new friends and he said "Thanks, Pinkie Pie. I don't know what to say."

"Oh stop it you, charmer." said Pinkie Pie, lightly flushing.

"Alright y'all, let's party!" Said Applejack. She her closest comrades have began to enjoy the Welcome to Equestria party for Link. The music blasted with a combination of rock, metal, and dubstep with an electric guitar solo shredding. It kind of reminded Link of the theme song for Malo Mart, but not exactly the same notes, despite that, he really enjoys it

Everyone was mingling with one another, having random conversations. Link was looking around at how happy everypony was, and was still touched by how they all threw a "welcome party" just for him. 

"Hey, Link." Said Twilight, walking up to him, with Spike walking next to her.

"Oh, hi Twilight." Link replied to her.

"It's time for you to whack the pinata." Spike said

"Piñata?" Link asked

"Yeah, We'll show you." Spike said. "Come with us." He gently pulled Link's hand as he was showing him what a piñata exactly is. There was a yellow star-shaped piñata. "In this, you have to whack it until it breaks and lots of candy comes out of it." Spike exclaimed

"Candy you say?"

"Hmm-mm." Said Twilight. She gave him a wooden stick that was smaller than his Master Sword, and felt Spike's feet on his shoulders, giving him a blindfold over his eyes.

"Hey." Link chuckled with a smile. "Stop that." Then he felt the weight come off of him. "So, I must have to whack it as hard as I can until lots of candy comes out of it?" He asked, trying to remember how it works.

"Yep. Simple as that." Twilight replied

Link did noticed that many ponies were watching him and wanted to see what happens if he can break the piñata or not. He felt a tad bit nervous, but he knows that courage is one of his greatest weapons he could use.

"And remember, no peaking, okay?" Twilight reminded him

"Okay." He slowly stepped forward, and took a breath. He slowly raised his bat and did a fast vertical swing to the left, hearing a small loud crack and then the sounds that sounded a little like falling rocks.

Everypony cheered for him and the all gathered around the candy stash that just fell.

"Can I take the blindfold off me now?" the Hylian asked, wondering if it was already over.

"Yep! You can take it off now." said Pinkie Pie, then the hero boldly took it off from his eyes, seeing his new friends and other ponies enjoying the candy that he brought down from the paper-mache object.

"You might want to eat some candy, Link." Said Fluttershy, hovering next to him while smiling. "This candy is also for you since you are the honored guess."

"Alright, alright." Said Link chuckling. He then bent down to his knees and ate some of the candy, from a few chocolate bars to lollipops, and gummy candies. Their were such things as candy like this back in Hyrule, but were not as common in Hyrule, and of course, not as good as Equestrian candy. He found it really good, and savored them in his mouth before swallowing to keep enjoying the delicious taste.

"Are you enjoying the candy?" Rarity asked

"Yes." Link said after he gulped a lemon ball. A small sour look appeared his face, but he laughed. "I really wish that Hyrule had someone like these."

"Why don't we give it to them?" Said Pinkie Pie with an idea. They all gave her glares that were probably saying "you know why." Pinkie understood what those faces were saying, and she said "ooooooohhhhhh right, we don't know how to get there." She began to laugh

Everyone laughed along with her in response to her statement, and remembrance. Then all of a sudden, Spike felt like he was going to burp. A scroll came out as he hiccuped. The baby dragon read it and said "hey Twilight, it's for you."

The purple Alicorn picked it up with her magic and read out loud saying

Dear Twilight Sparkle

i am terribly sorry if I probably interrupted you in something very important. But something  has happened. You see, I sent a few of my guards into the badlands for any suspicious activity, and then they all disappeared without a trace. I am giving you this because if this gets worse, I might ask you, and your friends to help me and all of Equestria. But you won't have to worry so much, because I'll send Princess Luna, and General Yellow Helm to negotiate with the great queen Chrysalis herself to see if she is behind it all like in Link's and your vision.

i will let you know in time, Princess Celestia

When she was done reading, everypony began to become a little scared about changelings coming back from the depths of the catacombs in the badlands to take over Equestria once again. Link was also concerned too.

Nevertheless, Twilight said "don't worry, Luna will see what she and the guards coming with her will do."

They were all a little uncertain, but they realized that Celestia and Luna can handle everything and are probably more powerful then Chrysalis herself, even if Luna was not quite as equally powerful as her older sister. most of the Ponyvillians decided to carry on with the party, while a few were still a little alarmed.

Link was also a little uncertain about this, but it did sound like that Celestia and Luna sound very powerful as their subjects say they are. He decided to resume his very own party, and everypony went back to mingling with one another. The Hylian himself decided to look around the party some more.

"Oy, Link!" a certain voice called. It was the colt he just defended from those two mean snobbish girls earlier. Indeed it was Pipsqueak.

"Pip!" Link said, happy to see him.

"Are you enjoying the party?" the colt asked him

"Oh yeah, It's rather a nice thing for all of you to do." Link answered, taking a sip of root beer. "Event Though Pinkie Pie was the one who really planned it." He said jokingly. "Have Diamond Tiara and Silver Spoon been giving you any trouble lately?"

"No, thanks to you." Pip replied.

Link smiled at his answer. "That's good to hear."

"Well, Anyway, come here, I want you to meet somepony." It sounded like Pip wanted Link to follow him for something important now. They both walked up to a Zebra with some golden jewelry on herself, and a grey and white Mohawk for her mane. It was unlike any creature that Link had ever scene before. "Zecora." Pip said to her.

The zebra heard his voice and stopped mingling with a stallion. She looked back and saw Link and Pip. "Ah hello Pip, would you care to have a sip?"

"No thanks, but I would like to introduce you to somepony, Link." Pip said, showing her the Hylian.

Zecora was quite amazed and observed him. Link felt a little bit uncomfortable, but when she was done, she said in amazement "Ah, so you are Ponyville's new visiting creature. Tell me, what are you, and what is your name my dear?"

"Link." He replied, starting to warm up to her, feeling more comfortable. "And... I am a Hylian from the land of Hyrule. You might not be familiar with it because it is from a different world, Zecora."

"Oh, intriguing. You are definitely somepony very fascinating." Zecora said in amazement.

Link blushed at her compliment. "Ah well." He said, rubbing the back of his head. "So where do you live?"

"I live in the Everfree Forest in a hut. It is a very wonderful little abode but, the road to the Everfree forest can be really dangerous, for their are many activities that can be mysterious."

"What kind of mysterious activities?" asked Link

"There are many dangerous animals and monsters. Timberwolves, manticores, hydras, and others that are considered dangerous." Pip answered for him.

"Ah, that doesn't sound too dangerous. I slayed many types of monsters, and even saved my home from an evil wizard from taking over the land." Link said, not really scared.

Zecora and Pip were really amazed by that. 

"You did fight a lot of monsters?" Pip asked

"Yep."

"How is that even so, for that type of event I would not even know." Zecora asked in amazement.

"It's a rather long story. Maybe I'll tell you about it sometime, but I just got here, and i want to just lay back here for a little while, well, unless if the problem in that letter Celestia just sent to Twilight needs my assistance for help."

"Can you at least show us your sword?" Pip asked a little eagerly.

"Well.... okay, I might as well show you. I probably cannot disappoint my fans, even if they are not from Hyrule." Link said. He slowly unsheathed the Master sword again, and shown the impressive blade to Zecora and Pipsqueak.

"Wow. That's awesome, Link." Pip said in awe.

"That is an impressive looking piece of steel." She gently and slowly touched the blade. "By the feel of this, it sounds like that with a cut from this sword, it would take a long time to heal."

"This sword is called the 'Master Sword' the blade of evil's bane, and those with evil hearts cannot touch this sword. This was the very key for me to defeat the evil wizard threatening my home. It isn't really mine, well I mean I can keep it, just not indefinitely, but I am definitely worthy to use this legendary sword. For after the battle was over and when I saved Hyrule, I placed the sword back to it's pedestal which is it's resting place." He then sheathed it again.

"That's awesome." said Pip. "That is a very cool sword."

"Indeed, it is an impressive blade, for it looks thoroughly crafted, and very well made." said Zecora. "But, I am a little confused, for how did you come here for whatever the force of Equestria may choose?"

"Well, I really don't know, Zecora. You see, I have these visions about.... uh what are they called? uuhhhhhh, changelings! Yeah that's it. And Twilight has had these visions too."

Zecora and Pip looked at eachother a little worriedly.

"But, I am pretty sure that if Celestia asked me to take care of this problem, I would definitely handle it." Link said to them to make them feel a bit better

"Well, since you defeated an evil wizard, I definitely say you can take care of the changelings with that magical sword as if you were a large, freezing blizzard." said Zecora, almost fully convinced.

"Well, It was very nice to meet you, Zecora." Link said. "I want to see what else there is at this party if you don't mind."

Zecora smiled "Not at all. If you ever want to visit me in my hut, I would be more than happy if you would give me a call." she winked at him.

"Thanks." Link said. He turned around, and stopped, seeing a scary mask right in front of his face. He gave a startled yelp and and fell on his butt to the floor, scooting back on the grass. Everypony was a little quiet as they heard Link's small scream. He was about to pull out the Master Sword again, but then the scary-face creature laughed.

"Oh don't be alarmed, Link." It said. He took off his mask and revealed a horse-like face with yellow eyes, with a black mane and with one deer antler on on side on him head with a small blue ibex like horn on the other. "I am a friend."

"Uhh, who are you, and how do you know my name?" Link said, still a little jittery about this really strange creature.

The creature bowed to himself, and he said "Je m'appelle Discord, the master of chaos, mon ami." he next shook Link's hand, very rapidly. "And I have had my eye on you for quite some time Link, from the time you arrived here, till right now."

Link did not know what to think of this, he wondered if he should attack this guy since he is the self proclaimed 'master of chaos'? or should he not since everypony wasn't attacking him.

"Discord, you made it." said Rainbow Dash, flying up to him, giving him a gentle pat on the back. "How are things?"

"Oh nothing much, Rainbow. I am still learning more about friendship." Discord answered.

"You know him?" asked Link

"We all know him, Link." said Fluttershy , coming up to them. "He used to be bad, but now he is good.

"Although he can still pull some sneaky tricks, like the one he just did on you." Rarity added.

"Oh. Well, wouldn't you call that spying on me, Discord?" Link said, still a little confused

"Spy on you? I would never." Discord replied in mock-offense. "Well, you seem like a very intriguing young boy, and Celestia told me a great deal about you."

"She... told you about me?" Link said

"Yes-siree!" said Discord. "I really hope you are enjoying the welcome to Equeastria party."

"Well I am." Link nodded with a smile. "But next time, please don't spy on me like that again. It's an invasion of my privacy."

"Yeah Discord, have you no respect for other ponies privacy?" Twilight teased. She and her friends laughed with her, Discord and Link followed them after.

"Oh! It's time for Link's presents!" Pinkie announced. There it was, a large table filled with presents, all for Link

Link was quite surprised and he didn't know what to say. "Are these all really for me?" he said at last

"Yep."

Link smiled and wondered if this is really necessary. "That's really nice, guys, but I really don't need any of this." he said modestly.

"Oh Link, don't be modest." said Fluttershy hovering next to him. "You are a hero of your home, and you deserve something special for doing a great thing for it."

"oh thank you, Fluttershy." Link said, touched by her comment. "I suppose I can open at least a few." He walked over to the table and opened the first one. It was kind of a large one tat was in a square-like shape. He unwrapped it, and saw a line of the same clothes as he has, but with different types of colors. There was yellow, Black, pale pink, red, blue, orange ,and lime green.

"What do you think? I made it myself." Rarity said 

"It's amazing Rarity. Thank you so much." Link said.

"Oh you're welcome you charmer." Rarity replied while flushing.

Now Link opened the second present which was a way smaller than the first one, and a little more round too. Link unwrapped it and it was a small golden harp. Now he was really surprised.

"That one's from me." Lyra said. "Can you play a song for us?"

Link felt nervous again. "I don't know." he replied.

Many ponies complained, and Discord and Spike too.

Link remembered the time when he played that other harp that Zelda first gave him temporarily, and realized how good he was. "Alright, alright." Then everyone cheered for him and then became silent to hear him play. "Now, here is a song I used to hear with one of my friends back in my village."

Rights for this song go to Nintendo



Everypony cheered and shed one or two tears to that beautiful, elegant too. Link flushed and then bowed to all of them. "Thank you, thank you." He said to all of them. He placed them the instrument in his magic pouch to treasure it for as long as he will remember. He walked up Lyra and politely said to her "thank you, Lyra." And then he gently rubbed her mane

"Don't mention it." Lyra replied.

So then, Link continued to open the rest of the presents, and probably won't know how long it will take for hi. O complete it all.
> A Talk of Bravery (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Link was just hanging with Fluttershy at her Cottage, and tending to all her animal friends. Fluttershy was something that reminded him of Colin, before he became like Link. Link loved animals, and like the people of Hyrule, he would do anything to save them from any evil or other forces of darkness. At the time, he was just done taking care of an injured goat, who has a broken leg

"Easy there, big fella." Link said to it. "We're almost finished." The goat bleated to him in response. Link finished wrapping the cast around the goat's broken leg, and said to it "There, good as new. The goat came back up from sitting on the floor and bleated to him again. "You're welcome." Link replied The goat smiled and he happily went outside to do whatever he feels like doing. Meanwhile with Fluttershy herself, she was giving her animal friends some dinner this evening. As a matter of fact, she was just done with the outside part of the cottage, and decided to go back inside to feed the animals living indoors.

Link gave her a helping hand and they both smiled as they were both feeding the animals, and all the animals were very happy to have their food as well. They all really like Link a great deal, and many of them interacted with him. The reason, was probably maybe they know he has the inner wolf inside of him, or they just love visitors. It might probably be both of these answers. Link then thought if he can try talking to all of them by transforming into a wolf, like he would do with dogs, cats, birds, hawks, and other animals he can talk with in his wolf form.

"Thank you so much for coming to my cottage to help me with all my animal friends, Link." Fluttershy said to him in a very kind and soft voice.

"Of course. I love animals." Link replied with a smile. "Anything to take care of them." He patted a pig on his back, making it do a happy snort. Then he thought of something. Maybe he knows exactly where he wants to stay for a little while, at least until he can get back to Hyrule. "Hey, Fluttershy?"

"Yes, Link?"

"I think I want to stay here with you." The Hylian answered, making up his mind

Fluttershy's smiled turned into a large excited smile, showing her teeth, really wide. "Wonderful!" She exclaimed with joy.

"Well, I could stay at Applejack or Twilight if I feel like it." Link added. What he said made Fluttershy feel less excited.

"Oh." She said with a sudden frown.

"But hey, I guess I can stay here for a little while." Link said. Then Fluttershy turned into happy and excitement again. "I mean, I'm only here for a little while. Right?"

"That's true." Fluttershy said in agreement. She really hated to say that, but Link was right. Link's home is Hyrule, and he does have family and friends there. The least she can do is know him while she can. "Well, that's wonderful that you want to stay with me. Would you like any dinner?" 

"I guess." Link replied. He thought of what to eat, and made up his mind. "I think I am just going to get some food from the market, and see what they have." He answered

"Okay."

Link went out the door to Ponyville to get some food for his own dinner. Fluttershy was so happy to have someone like Link stay with her for a while, even it's only temporary and Link decides to stay with any one of her friends house.

***

Link was back with a small bag of food. He went to the table and took the food out of the bag, revealing a tomato, lettuce, and wheat bread. Link also pulled out some Ordon goat cheese, and sliced it up with a kitchen knife.

Together with the items, he made a sandwich for his dinner. Two of them actually. He went to the table just right outside the kitchen, and he ate them all in a few minutes and then put the plate in the sink to clean it up. Fluttershy and Link both sat on the couch and relaxed while sitting together, making themselves comfortable.

Hey, Fluttershy, do you think we should worry about this whole.... Changeling thing, or whatever you call those insect monsters?" That was another thing Link couldn't stop thinking about, those monsters he just saw in his visions from before.

"Well, I don't think we should just yet. If we would worry about it, then it would have to because Chrysalis would have declared war on us." Fluttershy answered. Then she covered her eyes in fear just thinking about that.

"Are you okay?" Link asked, concerned about her

"I... I'm fine." Fluttershy answered removing her hooves from her eyes again, becoming less scared. "The changelings can startle me, and so do a lot of things, scary things that I can think of."

Link became curious a out this. "What kind of things scare you?" He asked with concern. "Well, you don't have to tell me. I was just curious."

"No, it's quite alright." Fluttershy said to him. "I'm afraid of heights, and large grownup dragons. I really don't mind baby dragons like Spike, but those adult dragons startle me. I'm... I'm just a big coward that's afraid of everything."

Link placed his hand on her gently and he said to her "No your not. We all have things that we can be afraid of. Sure, I may be the bravest Hylian in all of Hyrule, but even I can be afraid of some things too."

"Like what?"

"Well, let's see..... Losing my friends and family, Hyrule being taken over by forces of darkness. And... To be honest.... Yeto can freak me out sometimes, too."

Fluttershy smiled.

"It's okay if there are some things you're afraid of Fluttershy, but if you want them to go away, you just have to face them. That's how it works sometimes."

"I know." Said Fluttershy

"Take Colin for example, he was very shy like you, but when he discovered his inner bravery from saving Beth from King Bulblin, he confronted his fear." Link added

"Really?"

Link nodded to her

"Amazing. I... I guess you're right. Maybe I do need to confront some of my fears." She got off her couch and stood up. "Do you think maybe you can help me one of these days when I feel like doing it?"

"No problem." Link nodded in a smile. He yawned, feeling really tired. "I think I should get some sleep." He remarked

"I think I do too." Fluttershy replied. They both laughed at her remark. She headed upstairs but before he did, she just remembered something "Oh! Should I tell my friends that you decided to sty with me?"

"Oh you don't have to worry about that. I already told them earlier this afternoon." Link replied.

"Oh, alright." Fluttershy continued going upstairs and tucked herself on. She called downstairs to Link by saying "Goodnight, Link."

"G'night, Fluttershy." Link called back to her. He transformed into his wolf form once again, and slept on an empty dog bed and was already dreaming in fifteen minutes.





It was midnight, and Link was already dreaming of something very peculiar. In his dream, he was just having a picnic with all his new friends, and they were all happily eating their lunch together. They had good conversations and good laughs. However, there was a small rumbling in the ground and Everyone stopped their talking to look around and see what was just happening.

"What was that?" Twilight said

Then, an evil laugh echoed through the air. Everypony, and Spike, became scared by it, except Rainbow Dash, who decided to stand and fight, since she is the bravest pony in Ponyville.

"Who's there?" Link said, unsheathing his Master Sword and Hylian shield, also standing his ground. Another laugh was heard through the wind. "Come out and show yourself!" Link demanded. However, it struck him when he heard that evil, villainous laugh before when he was back in Hyrule.

"Link." said a familiar voice. "We finally meet again at last."

Then the world went black, and the others, minus Link, were gone. Link then became a little scared now. "It... It can't be." Link said, about to recognize who this voice was. Then, he turned around, and there he was, the dark wizard himself. "Ganondorf?!" he exclaimed, but that was when he woke up with a fright. He looked around the room, and realized it was just a dream.

"Link, are you alright?" asked a raccoon.

"Yeah." Link said to him in reply. "I'm fine." Then he heard a clattering of footsteps coming downstairs. It had to be Fluttershy.

"What happened? Are you okay, Link?" Fluttershy asked with concern

"I'm fine, Fluttershy." Link said, scratching his ear

"What happened?"

"It was... just a little... nightmare."

"Would you like to talk about it?" Fluttershy offered

"No." Link said, laying down again in his doggy position. "I just need some sleep.

Fluttershy was still worried about him, but decided to just listen to him and hope that he will be much better tomorrow morning. She made her way up to bed again, and went back to sleep, and as did Link





The next morning, Link awoke, as did Fluttershy at the same time. Link stood up, and heard a voice talk to him. "Good morning, Link." it said to him. It was harry the large brown bear.

"Morning, Harry." Link replied to him.

"How did you sleep?" the bear asked him

Link was stunned for a second. He didn't want to really discuss his little nightmare to everyone at the moment, because he worried that they all wouldn't stop bothering him about it. "I did." he lied

The bear smiled at his response. "Good."

Link smiled back to him and transformed back into a Hylian again. Link walked out of the dog bed, and fetched himself some breakfast. "Link." said another voice. It was Fluttershy, coming back downstairs. "Is everything okay?"

"Yeah. Everything's fine." the Hylian replied. "I slept much better in my second dream last night."

"Would you like to talk about your nightmare last night?" Fluttershy asked

"Link didn't want to disappoint her, but he certainly didn't want to talk about that little dream he just had before his second one last night. "Well, It's nothing. I just... had a nightmare about Ganondorf returning."

"The evil wizard you defeated to save Hyrule?"

"Yup, but it's just a dream. I'm sure it doesn't have anything to do with the bad visions I have right now." Link said. He made himself some toast, and put the bread on a plate with some butter on it.

Fluttershy was unsure about this, but she said "alright. Well, I forgot to ask you. Me and my friends were planning on going on a picnic. Would you like to come with us a little later?"

Link smiled "You know what, that may be the thing I need to forget about the nightmare. So, why not." he replied

"Wonderful."

***

Link and Fluttershy were walking together in a pasture. On a small knoll, there were Twilight, Spike, and the others on a picnic mat, about to eat lunch. "Ah, Link, Fluttershy, hello." Twilight called. Link and Fluttershy said hello back to her, and they both had a seat together on the mat with all their friends.

"So guys, listen." Link said. "You don't mind If i choose to stay with Fluttershy in her cottage?"

"Of course not, sugarcube." Applejack said "We have no problem at all."

"Yes, Link darling. We are all perfectly alright with your decision." Rarity added.

"Yeah, you probably wouldn't do well in my house, because it's made of clouds, and only pegasus ponies can walk on clouds." said Rainbow. Everyone laughed at her point. 

"So Link." said Spike. "How did you manage to defeat a powerful wizard from trying to take over Hyrule with an iron fist? I mean yeah the Master Sword was magical, but how did you become the Hero of Twilight? Oh, not our Twilight of course, but i mean like that Twilight realm."

Link was silent for a moment, and he replied "it's... it's a rather long story. I would rather prefer if I would tell you later."

"Oh, please." Pinkie asked

"Yeah, let's hear it." Rainbow added.

"Alright, alright." Link said. "I was just a rancher from Ordon village. That all changed when the bulblins came to my home and kidnapped the kids and Ilia. I tried to save them, but one of them hit me in the back of my head with a club, stunning me. I went to save them and then I saw this door that led me to a part of Hyrule turned into a twilight infested place. I woke up in a cell, and I was a wolf, and then, I met Midna, a girl from the Twilight realm. I didn't know if I could trust her, because of how she looked and how she is, but she did help me get out of the cell, and we went to Princess Zelda, who was also a prisoner in her own bedroom tower. You see, the evil king of the Twilight Realm named Zant, had taken over Hyrule castle, and had many monsters with him called Shadow beasts." Link showed his friends of what the monster looked like. They all made sounds and looks of horror and disgust. "Now, I had to go to Ordon Village, as a wolf so that I can take my first weapons, the Ordon Sword and Shield, which was before the Master Sword was with me. I walked over to the Ordon spring because a voice wanted me to go to it. When I approached, a large, glowing spirit that looked like an Ordon goat called: Ordona, and it thanked me for cleansing the whole small province from the evil monsters walking on it, and said that I was the chosen one for stopping this evil. After that, we made the first province, Faron, restored to the way it was, and then I met the other light spirit named Faron. He thanked me for returning the light back to him, and I got the clothes that I am wearing now from him. Like I said, it is a rather long story, and right now, I don't feel like narrating anymore. Besides I am not very good at that."

The ponies and Spike were a little bummed by his decision, but they just decided to accept his choice.

"And besides, I am hungry. Maybe later I'll tell you all about my adventures, okay?" Link added

"Okay." everyone said to him in response happy to hear that. They all resumed eating their lunch to fill their stomachs




> Bokoblin Attack (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Colin searched high and low for Link back in Hyrule. It was very unusual for his idol to just disappear. Right now, he was at Kakariko Village with Renado, his daughter Luda, and Barnes, the town's bomb salesman. Colin was with his parents for they traveled with him to the town. "What?" Renado said. "How did this happen?"

"I don't know." Colin replied. "He was just guarding the village from any evil and then 'poof!' he just disappeared out of existence. We searched everywhere in the village, and he is nowhere to be found."

Renado, his daughter and the funny bomb seller looked at one another with concern. "Should we tell Princess Zelda about Link's disappearance?" Luda suggested. "She would definitely want to hear about this."

"We're already working on that." said Rusl. "I already have a letter sent to Hyrule Castle so that she will receive it."

"Are there any guards around here that can help us?" Uli asked.

"Sure, we can ask them if any one of them can deliver the letter." Barnes said. "I just hope that Link isn't eaten by a couple of Kargaroks, or eaten by a stalfos, or-"

"Barnes!" Renado reprimanded.

"Sorry. Sorry."

"I believe I can help you with that." said a deep voice. A Goron stepped in to the conversation. "Forgive me for interrupting, brother Renado, but I couldn't help noticing that one of our closest non-Goron brothers, Link has gone missing."

"He has." Colin said. "He just disappeared."

The Goron looked the other way with concern, thinking of how he and his race should help out with this little crisis. With an idea out of his head already, he said "I will inform our brothers and our elders about this, and see if they will give us a lending hand."

"That's wonderful, Boulder." said Renado. Then the Goron rolled into a ball and moved back to Death Mountain to inform his kind about Link's disappearance. Colin and his parents looked back to the town inhabitants again. "Now, we can also get Telma and the members of your organization to help you too."

"Of course. They helped me and Link when he was in Hyrule Castle." Rusl remembered.

"So, are we going to send the message to Zelda?" Luda suggested.

"Of course. Daughter." Renado said calmly. "I wish I can help you, but I have a town to run, and I am it's leader."

"We understand." Said Uli. 

"Come one, Colin." Said Rusl. "We might as well be heading off to Hyrule castle town."

"Okay, dad."

"Would you like an of us to take you in a carriage so that it will be safer?" Barnes added.

"That would be nice." Said Colin. The bomb seller went to a new stable just near the old abandoned house that had a golden bug on it so that he can take the family to Hyrule's capital city.





Back in Equestria, Link was just walking around Ponyville again, and went to see where where else there is to see in the nice town. His friends were walking right beside him to keep him company.

"So, Link. Can you tell us about your adventures now?" Rainbow asked eagerly.

Link did say that he was too hungry to explain furthermore of his tales, and he finally said "okay. I suppose I can tell you more."

This excited the ponies, and they were all ears at him.

"Now where was I? Oh yeah. When I cleared up Faron from the Twilight parasites, I had to go to the Forest Temple to cleanse the Provence from another evil. It wasn't easy for me, but-" however, he was halted when he heard a sound that sounded like a.... Squawking.

"What they hay is that?" Said Applejack.

They all looked over to see what that noise was, and there were three red-skinned imps that had ponytails and had large ears with machetes. Link knew who they were, and they were all dashing straight towards him.

"Wh..... What are those?" Fluttershy said, cowering behind Link.

"Bokoblins." Link answered. "Types of enemies I have encountered many times." He unsheathed his sword and shield and was ready to fight. "Guys, get back." Link said to them

They all backed away like Link ordered them too, and Link charged at the annoying, stupid monsters. When they were close enough, the Bokoblins made battle posses and all squawked at Link many times. They all circles around them so that it would be easier for them to attack him. One of the monsters swung it's sword at Link, but he back flipped before it could hit him. He clashed blades with another one while it was charging at him, striking eachother's swords. The townsfolk heard the clanging and they all gathered on the center of Ponyville to check it out.

Link did four swings at the first bokoblin after the clashed their swords a few more times, and then when it got back up, it swung its sword at Link again, but was blocked by his shield attack and did a helm splitter as his finishing move. The monster vanished into black dust but the battle was not over yet.

Link heard another Bokoblin coming, and turned around before he side-jumped out of the way. When he clashed blades with the other monster, he got the monster's sword off of him with powerful force, knocking it out of it's hand. Before the Bokoblin could react, Link stabbed it right in it's stomach, and then it fell dead, and vanished

Now there was only one Bokoblin left. However, this one was smarter than it's comrades. Link pulled out his slingshot and stunned the monster in the face with a bump on't it's head, making it dizzy. Link charged at it, and before he can take it out, he felt a kick in his stomach, making him fell to the ground. The crowd of Ponies and Spike gasped

"Don't worry, Link. We'll help you." Fluttershy said, becoming more brave. She and her friends were about to go to his aid and fight the Bokoblin themselves

"No, stay back!" Link warned. "I can take him." He saw the monster about to strike him while he was pinned but rolled out to the way, with the machete hitting the ground instead. Link got off and slashed it three times, but before he was about to hit it the fourth time, the monster blocked it, and they both clash their swords into eachother once again. Link spun side jumped, rolled to the back of the creature and did the back slice on it. 

He performed the finishing blow on it, with the ending blow, and back flipped off of it before it turned to black dust.

Everyone cheered him for his bravery and was grateful for taking care of those monsters. Link put his sword and shield back in their places and smiled as everyone was cheering him. Twilight and the others ran up to him.

"That was awesome!" Said Rainbow Dash.

"That was very nice sparring there, Link." Applejack added

"You were incredible." Said Fluttershy. "You saved us all from those horrible creatures."

"Ah, it was nothing." Link said. "I've dealt with many of them back home."

"Well, what were they doing here?" Spike asked

"I.... Don't know." Link admitted.

"Should we be concerned about this?" Said Twilight.

"Well..... I don't think we should worry so much." Link said "you all have me as the protector of the town for a temporary time."

"True." Said Lyra.

"Yeah, you're right." Said Pinkie. "If we ever see those kinds of mean meanie pants around here again, we will let you know, and we will help you."

"Thanks guys."

"Who were those creatures?" Asked Rarity. 

"Bokoblins, demons that once served Ganondorf when he was alive, and I have killed many of them. They may be fast, but they are stupid too, so that's why it's easy to attack them."

"How did they get here?" Asked Twilight

"I... Don't know." Link admitted. "But frankly, I don't even want to know really."

"Touché." Said Rarity.

Link then pulled out a bottle of red potion and drank it to replenish some of his health, even though he only suffered a really minor blow during the fight. He felt better already. "So, what should we do now?" He asked

"You were going to tell us about your adventures." Rainbow reminded

"Oh, right." He looked around and asked Applejack. "Hey Applejack, is it okay if we can go to your farm and talk?"

"Of course, Sugarcube." Said Applejack

"Oh oh, can we go with you?" Lyra said a eagerly with Bon Bon. Bon Bon may not have been as eager as her best friend was, but still wanted to go anyway,

"Why not." Link remarked.  They followed Applejack to her farm, Sweet Apple Acres. When they made it there, Link looked at it with immense beauty. He could hardly described how beautiful and colorful it was. There was also a large orchard of apple trees, hence the name "Sweet APPLE Acres" 

"Well, here we are." said Applejack. "My humble home, Sweet Apple Acres."

"It's beautiful." said Link. "How many apple trees do you have?"

"Hard to count all of them at once.." say Applejack. "Hundreds is what I predict."

"Wow." Link said in amazement.

"Well, now that we're here, how about I introduce you to my other family members around here."

"We'll wait in the barn and wait for Link." said Twilight.

The hero of Twilight followed Applejack to her house, and there was a large red stallion with a large, half-cut granny smith apple as a cutie mark on his flanks. Another was an elderly green mare with a pie as a cutie mark, possibly an apple pie. Both them were just inside the house for Link only caught glimpses of them "Big Mac! Granny Smith!" Applejack called to them.

the front door opened and they both saw Link. They looked a little cautious, but they suddenly recognize him as the strange being walking through town from another world or another universe.

"Oh, it's just you." Said the old one in a calm and happy voice.

"Eeyup" was the the red stallion said.

"Hello. I'm Link from Hyrule." He introduced 

"Oh we have heard about you, and where you came from." Said the elderly mare. "Isn't that right, Big Mac."

"Eeyup." The stallion repeated.

"Well, Link. I am afraid we haven't introduced ourselves yet. My name is Granny Smith and this is Big Macintosh, the hardest working stallion on the farm." She gave him a gentle elbow jab.

Once again, all the stallion had to say was "Eeyup."

Link himself was quite curious if the stallion was able to say any other word besides that one. Nevertheless, he politely said "nice to meet you."

"Nice to meet you too, sonny." Granny Smith replied.

"Eeyup."

"Um, excuse me, um, Big Mac was it?" Link said to the large stallion. "I don't mean to be rude, but can.... You really talk at all?"

"Oh of course." The stallion replied. "I do know how to talk, but I am just a little shy, that's all, and... Ah'm slow of speech in tongue." He gently pawed his massive hoof to the ground with a little embarrassment.

"Ah, don't worry about it. I'm not that good in speech either. Well, I have gotten better, but still." Link said jokingly. He laughed and then everyone else laughed at his remark.

"Right, well, what are you all doing here?" Asked Granny Smith.

"Link was just going to tell us about his adventures on Hyrule and what happened at town recently." Lyra answered

"What happened?" Asked Big Mac

"A bunch of weird looking goblins came to Ponyville and attacked Link, but he defeated them all." Spike pointed out.

"I think they were called...... Um..... I can't remember." Said Twilight trying to think the name for those stupid imps.

"Bokoblins." Link pointed out. "They're called Bokoblins."

"Right, and Link hardly broke a sweat." Said Rainbow Dash.

"He saved all of Ponyville from anymore damage that would come to Ponyville that the monsters might have caused.

"Really?" Said Granny Smith impressed. Big Mac was quite impressed too.

"You took them all out all by yourself?" Big Mac asked

Link nodded a yes to them.

"Really? Well, now that your here, would you like me to make you an apple pie?" Granny Smith offered.

"I love pie, so yes." Link said. He looked at the group and said to them "I'll be right with you guys, me killing those monsters made me hungry. He patted his belly that sounded a little hollow.

They understood his decision, and decided to wait for him. "Okay, Link. We understand. We'll be on the barn waiting for you." Said Fluttershy.

Link smiled warmly and then he went inside the farmhouse for Granny Smith's famous apple pie.





Both Celestia and Luna were waiting from a response with their rival, Queen Chrysalis of the changeling race. She already sent a guard to deliver a letter to her so that they can have a meeting about this, and whether she really is beh

ind the visions.

"Do you really think she will cooperate?" Luna asked

"I don't know, sister." Celestia replied with a sigh. "We will just have to wait and see what happens." Then a guard came running through the hall, and had a letter. Maybe it was Chrysalis that has written in it. 

Celestia unrolled the scroll, and looked at it as it read:

Dearest Princess Celestia

I understand that there is a problem that you are having with me. It was a rather foolish thing to send a guard to me for your letter. Noble, yet foolish. Nevertheless. I will attend this meeting for a crime I did not commit. We didn't want to cause trouble, we just needed to feed all love because we needed to to survive and let us thrive in this world. Besides. I am over trying to take over Equestria now. I also remember the peace treaty between us and Equestria not to come into a total and chaotic war. I will attend this meaning to straighten things out with this little.... Accusation.

Chrysalis

Celestia and Luna looked at eachother, and they were quite skeptical for the fact that Chrysalis is really reformed or not. They were even afraid of what to expect from the upcoming negotiation. There was a feeling in both their guts saying not to trust Chrysalis somehow.

"Thank you, Captain Cloud Burster." Said Celestia. "You may leave now."

"Yes your majesty." The guard said before exiting the hall, leaving the princess alone with each other again with the guards on each side of their thrones.

They all thought about Link and hoped for his safety that he won't be a main target for the changeling queen, and the elements of Harmony too. All they can really do now, unless Chrysalis is responsible, they will just have to solve this with negotiations.
> Negotiations/Royal Couple (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Celestia and Luna were at their council chamber sitting at the round table where Chrysalis will meet them in. They did not like this one bit, but they are determined to know of the changeling queen is responsible for the disappearance of some of their soldiers who were sent to investigate Link's vision. Princess Cadence and her husband, Shining Armor, also were present for this meeting, after all, they both play an important part in Equestria's royalty too.

After waiting for thirty minutes, there was the almighty, queen Chrysalis, looking evil and devious as ever. She had too Changeling bodyguards with her in case something goes wrong "Princess Celestia and Luna. It is so wonderful to see you again. And princess Cadence and Shining Armor, what a surprise." She said, sounding like she was trying to be nice to them, but she could just be sarcastic with that tone of voice.

Celestia and Luna didn't really say anything back to her in response to her greeting, but the oldest sister flatly said "have a seat Chrysalis." The queen of Changelings smile grew a little flat and slowly walked up to the table and slowly sat in the table. Once again, it was silent and no pony said a word for at least a few minutes. "I received your letter." Said Chrysalis. "I probably know why I am called here. I can possibly assure you that I have done nothing wrong."

"Really? Because so,etching had to do with you." Said Shining rudely

"Peace, Shining." Said Celestia. She turned her attention to the queen now. "Chrysalis, I might have told you about Captain Thunder Hooves and his troupe disappearing out of nowhere. They were right near their your home and we decided to look into that."

"Now, why would you do that." Said Chrysalis.

Celestia and Luna didn't want to give away Link or his identity, for they might out him on grave danger. Also, they haven't introduced him to Cadence or Shining Armor just yet, for they didn't want to confuse them. "Well.... A friend of ours, told me he had a vision with you and the changelings trying to take over his homeland." Was all Celestia answered to her,

"What friend could you possibly be talking about?" Chrysalis asked.

"It's.... Complicated." Said Luna firmly. "He came from another world and is quite new to Equestria."

"Really, can I introduce myself to him?" Chrysalis asked in mock politeness.

"No!" Celestia yelled. Realizing what she just did she covered her mouth, and said in a more gentle voice "I mean.... He is quite.... Shy and timid. Besides he just got here a number of days ago."

"Oh, I understand." Said Chrysalis. "I couldn't possibly be rude to just pull him over to me to introduce myself." She gave a small chuckle and cleared her throat. "Now, whatever vision this.... Creature might think he has, I can assure you that they are not real. I would never do that to anypony or creature." 

The four in the room lifted one eyebrow in doubt, feeling white skeptical.

"Remember when you tried to take over Equestria by posing as Cadence and suck love out of me?" Said Shining

"Oh, Shining sweetie, that was another time. That was bad Chrysalis, now I have changed. My sincere apologies for that."

They all of course were not very convinced. The changeling queen is a good liar after all.

"Do you promise that you weren't behind Captain Thunder Hooves and his soldiers disappearance?" Asked Luna suspiciously

"Of course I do. It is a changeling code to never tell a lie or break a promise." Chrysalis replied. "Perhaps I can assist you with this little problem."

The three looked at Celestia with shock.

It was silent before Celestia finally said "very well" in a hesitant voice.

"What?!" The three exclaimed

"WHAT?!?" Exclaimed a male voice out of nowhere. A magic cloud poofed out of nowhere, and their was Discord, the master of chaos. "Celestia, you cannot be serious letting this.... Parasite help you find you missing troupe."

"Oh great, the annoying magical waste of space is here." Said Chrysalis under her breath

"I heard that you ugly, putrid insect!" Discord yelled at her

"How dare you" Chrysalis and Discord glared at eachother while gritting their teeth and pushing their faces to eachother.

"Enough!" Celestia ordered."Discord, just listen to me. I will make sure she will not trick us again."

The master of chaos was skeptical, but decided to just listen in anyway.

"Now. Of you really wanted to help us, you will look for the, yourself, and report to us if you find the, again. I promise you that if you are lying and behind it, I shall send you to the fiery pits of Tartarus." Celestia threatened

"That is awfully quick to judgement Celestia." Said Chrysalis. "Very well, I will help you with this little problem of that is what you want."

"Good." Celestia replied flatly. "You may go now."

The changeling queen smiled and exited the castle with her two children as bodyguards right behind her. Now Celestia and the others were becoming really worried about this.

"Do you really think she is behind this?" Asked Luna to her sister.

"I do not know. If she is, then we got Twilight and the others to defeat her once again, including Link by their side. Oh! Speaking of which, Shining and Cadence, I want you to go to Ponyville and meet Link. He walks on two legs and wears green clothing with a sword and shield on his back."

"Sure, we would love to." Said Shining in a happy voice.

"Of course. I wonder what he will be like." Cadence added.

"Oh he is wonderful and very polite." Said Luna. 

"Very well." Said Shining. "Good day to you your majesties." He bowed to them in respect for their royalty, and he left with his wife to Ponyville to meet the Hylian.





Link ate the last bite of the apple pie that Granny Smith made him at the farmhouse. He patted his tummy, and wiped his face with a napkin. "The pie was really good, ms. Smith." He said to her as a thank you

"Glad you enjoyed it." Granny Smith replied kindly to him. " I am the best apple pie maker in the town after all."

"I couldn't agree more." Link said. He slowly got up, and heard a dog barking. A brown and white Australian shepherd ran into the room, and saw Link. Her tail wagged very rapidly with happiness. "Oh, hello there, little fella." Link said to her on a nice voice.

The dog replied happily back to him in response. She jumped on Link's lap, and tried to get him a doggy kiss. Link laughed as he felt the Doug's tongue rubbing against his face while he was being held down against the floor.

"Winona!" Said Granny Smith. "Where are your manners, youngin'?" To Link she sounded like she was referring to the dog playfully attacking him. Immediately, the dog walked off of him so that he can get up from the floor. "Sorry about that, sonny. This is Winona, the family dog. She can be quite the happy type around visitors these days."

"That's okay, Granny Smith. I don't mind. I see a lot of dogs like that at home, and I would sometimes hold the, f they want me too. I guess I am just good with animals." He looked at Winona licking his leg, and he smiled at her.

"I can see that." Said Granny Smith giving a chuckle.

"Right, well, I might as well get inside the barn and tell my new friends about why I am here or how I got here. Would you like to come with me?"

"Well, I suppose I can." She replied. She followed Link outside and into the barn so that she, along with the other audience members can listen to the Hylian's tale. They both, with Winona behind the, went inside to find everypony and Spike all sitting on the floor. Applebloom, and her two best friends were sitting as well.

"There he is." Said Rainbow

"Hi Link." Said the three.

"Hello girls." Link replied to them politely. He looked around and saw that everyone was accounted for to hear his true tales of his adventures. "Alright well.... I see that everyone is all here." He cleared his throat and said "now, I might have told Twilight and her best friends about this, b probably not the rest of you. For those of you who didn't know, I came from a place called Hyrule, and I lived in a place called Ordon Village. I was just a normal stable boy who helped heard the goats in the ranch for my good friend Fado. The kids of the town looked up to me as their idol, and-" then Link stopped his narrating when he heard a voice call out in the interior

"Excuse me." Called a male voice. Everyone turned around, and saw Princess Cadence and Shining Armor. "We are looking for a creature named... Link. Princess Celestia and Luna wanted us to meet you in the flesh.

The hylian was a little suspicious. But since he heard that the two rulers sent them here, he decided to go down and introduce himself to these strangers. Everyone in Equestria must have a big curiosity when it comes to certain terms.

"Ah, so you are Link, correct?" Said Cadence

"Yeah." Link replied to her "And who are you?"

"I am princess Cadence, niece of Princess Celestia, princess of Love, and ruler of the Crystal Empire."

"I am Shining Armor, Twilight Sparkle's older brother, prince of love and co-ruler of the Crystal Empire. We are weds." He and a Cadence kissed eachother.

"Another princess?" Link thought to himself. Now he was getting the sense of déjà vu all of a sudden from this little pair.

"Well, nice to meet you." Link replied to him. "Not to be rude but, why are you here?"

"Well, I told you that Celestia and Luna wanted us to meet you, and they told us about your visions with the changelings." Shining answered

"Did you all talk with the queen?" Link asked.

"Oh yes. We just did not long ago today." Cadence answered. "She said she had nothing to do with the disappearance of Thunder Hooves and his battalion, but I do not know if we all really believe it. Chrysalis is very persuasive and manipulative."

"I heard that." Link responded. "What else did she say?"

"She said that she would help us with this little disappearance. I have no idea why, but she said that. It's a trick, an obvious trick."

"Also, she said she wanted to meet you for an unknown reason." Cadence added.

Link and the others were quite surprised to hear that. They all wondered why she would want to meet him. Possibly up to something no good they believe. "Why, what did she want from me?"

"I don't know, I didn't ask." Shining admitted. "But none of that. Celestia told us that you are the hero of your home?"

Link nodded a yes. "Indeed. An evil wizard named Ganondorf wanted to take control over Hyrule by force, but thanks to me, and a few allies, I stopped him. He was about unsheathe the Master Sword before he said "With THIS sword."

The married couple looked at it with amazement at the beauty ad. Structure of the blade.

"What kind of a sword is that?" Asked Cadence

"The Master Sword. The blade of Evil's bane. It alone could kill Ganondorf." Link answered "it is quite a weapon, isn't it?"

"Yeah, it looks really cool." Shining said in awe.

"Umm, excuse me, but I would really want to hear Link's true tales now." Rarity said

"Okay okay. Come one, I'll tell you about my adventures with the others." Link said

The two smiled and they both followed him to the center of the barn to also hear him out and what he has to narrate.

NOW that everyone is settled, I might as well tell you about the very beginning when I became 'The Hero of Twilight' in my home."

Now everyone, minus the Mane Six and Spike, became very confused by what he just said. It was just like when Twilight and her friends heard him say that title.

"Hero of Twilight? " Asked Bon Bon

""You mean you want to be Twilight's hero?" Lyra added

"Are you saying that you want to build a relationship with my little sister?" Said Shining, becoming very protective of her, like how a father or older brother would do for their little sister. Twilight looked slightly irritated and gave herself a small face hoof.

"No no no. Of course not." Link felt awkward again, as well as slightly intimidated by Shining Armor's small threat. "I mean the Twilight REALM in my home. Another world that connects to Hyrule."

Now the others were starting to understand. Dining became less protective after seeing the truth in Link's face and eyes, knowing he wasn't lying. "Oh okay." He said

"As I was saying, I was just a mere stable boy and everyone in my hometown of Ordon Village really respected me for the favors I do for them." Link told them about the some of the children and saved Colin for last. "Colin was a great kid, you would all love him. He idolized from me the most, sadly, Malo, Talo, and Beth would make fun of him be a use of his shyness. Apart from that, I was going as normal and happy as I can be, when a group of monsters called Bulblins abducted the kids and one of my friends Illia. I tried to stop them, but one of the creatures clobbered me on the back of the head." Now Link told them about what the creatures are in general and their pig-like steeds, along with King Bulblin and HIS steed. "They are not really evil." He said. They were a.... shady type of race that is mostly..... neutral. Many of them are allies in my world today,  many were neutral, including their boss, and some were mean and evil." Now Link told them about Midna, his ally for helping him in his quest. He thought of whether he should tell them a out his wolf form, or keep it discrete from everyone else.

"Don't stop now!" Pinkie eagerly said. "What happened next, what happened next?"

Link didn't want to keep his new friends in waiting, but decided to tell them about his gift (besides being a chosen hero of the Triforce of Courage) "during the mater part of my quest, when i first got the Master Sword as my signature weapon, I have a.... gift to transform."

The crusaders were quite fascinated to hear that. "Oh oh! Like a demonic thing?" Scootaloo asked eagerly.

"Scootaloo." Twilight scolded.

"No no it's alright." Link said. "I'll show you. I promise you, I won't hurt you in this form. I promise." He took a breath and slowly touched the shadow crystal. He transformed into his work form in front of everypony. He worried that they would all be horrified by that.

However the crusaders exclaimed "Awesome!" In amazement. The others (Minus Spike, Fluttershy, Twilight, and their friends because they ready saw him like this) were also equally impressed and looked at his wolf form in awe.

"Oh my goodness Link. You... you look really cool." Said Lyra also amazed. 

"Amazing." Said Bon Bon. 

"I hope I didn't scare you." Link said to them. 

"Don't worry, you didn't." Said Cadence.

"That is quite an awesome gift." Shining said. "I wish I can do that."

Link touched the shadow crystal again and turned back into a Hylian. Now he told them about the twilight race and Zant, the evil false king of the realm. He went on and on about his experiences and successful quests. Everypony and Spike were really fascinated by his experiences and greatly admired him for doing those kinds of tasks. Link told them all about the gods and goddesses of Hyrule, and the evil.creatures and monsters he encountered when he came all that way. Next were the people that were Hylian, Goron, and Zora. He also told them about Yeto and Yeta, the friendly yetis that would do a sled race with Link If He challenges them to do so. They a wished that they can see those races in person. The audience' favorite out of the races varied. Since every creature has different opinions. Next he told them about the land of Hyrule, the Snowpeak, Gerudo Desert, and many many more. His narrations continued for one hour and a few minutes, and told them about him killing Ganondorf, and how he came here.

Quite impressed and bewildered on how he just came to their home like that in a vortex or a portal. He was definitely someone who is not a pony or not from Equestria that they would live to spend d some time with. 

"I hope I didn't bore you all to death with this." Link said to all of them

"No that is amazing!" Rainbow exclaimed "totally awesome."

"It sounded like you really did a really great thing for Hyrule, Link." Fluttershy added proudly.

"I guess Celestia was right about you." Said Cadence. 

"Yeah, definitely one that deserves to be called a hero." Shining added in an intrigued voice. "You are one cool guy."

"Yeah!" The crusaders exclaimed cheerfully.

"Right. Well, i still have visions about the changelings and why I came here" said Link in a low spirit in his voice. 

"Don't worry. Celestia is working on that. Remember?" Said Cadence

"Yeah. I know. I probably shouldn't worry about it just yet. Say, can I spend a little time with you and your husband, Princess?"

"You don't have to be so formal..you can just call me Cadence, and of course you can." She turned to her husband and asked "what do you think, darling?"

"Sure, Link. I would Iike to know more about you." Shining replied. Link smiled at his answer.

"Well, we hate to leave, but we really should get going." Said Lyra. 

"Yeah, the mayor wants us for something." Bon Bon added

"That's fine. See you soon."

"Bye" they both said to him in unison before leaving the barn, walking back to Ponyville. 

"I think we should get going to." Twilight said. "We all have lives too."

Spike and the other best friends added words of agreement. "Yeah, catch you on the flip side." Said Rainbow flying out of the building in ghetto speed of light.

"I'll see you later, Link." Fluttershy said to him.

"Okay, Fluttershy." Link replied before saying bye to her. Everypony and Spike walking with Twilight, returned to their normal lives. While Link, Cadence, and Shining went out on a walk to have a friendly talk with one another. 
> Hyrule Castle Progress/Resistance Reunited (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Back in Hyrule, Colin was with his folks now searching in Hyrule Castle Town. They asked many of the townspeople if they have seen Link or not, but they all had no clue about his current whereabouts. At last, they found the three fan-girls who were quite fund of Link after he won the clawshot tent game many times. "Have you three seen Link? the Hero of Hyrule?" Rusl asked them

The three girls gasped and Misha, one of the three, exclaimed "Link's missing?! that's terrible!"

"How could this happen to our dream man!?" exclaimed Hannah. "What if he is lost, with no woman to take care of him, or kiss him? what if he got killed?"

"Quick, girls, we must hurry and search for him at all cost!" Kili said. the three girls went to another part of the town, possibly trying to search for the "Man of their dreams".

The three family members were confused and decided to ignore them and move on somewhere else for anyone more.... self controlling can find out where Link is. Rusl then remembered just the person that might be able to help them with their problem. Yes, the resistance group that he joined to help Link fight against Zant and Ganondorf from taking over Hyrule. "I think I know another place where we can get answers." Rusl said, possibly on to something useful.

"What is it dad?" Colin asked curiously

"Follow me. I think i know a group of people that might help us." Rusl answered. The other two members of the family were unsure, but they both followed Rusl to Telma's bar where he and the other freedom fighters gathered in while Link was doing his quest to save Hyrule.

***

They arrived in the ally, and rusl opened the door and they all went inside. As usual, the restaurant wasn't all THAT busy. "Ah, Rusl, hello again, hun. What brings you back here, sweetiepie?" said a familiar voice. It was Telma, the owner, hence the name of the bar of course.

"Hello Telma." said Rusl. He went behind the counter and gave her a hug, happy to see her again. 

"Rusl?" said three voices all at once. it was the members of the resistance that aided Link. Auru, Shad, and Ashei, all rushed up to Rusl to say hello to him, and greet him once again after not talking to epone another for a out a month. 

Then, Rusl turned his face into a frown, and then Telma formed a frown as soon as she saw his. "Telma, Link, he... He is missing and we cannot find him."

"Missing?!" Telma exclaimed in a high school girls' voice. 

"Missing?" exclaimed all three resistance members. For the first time, Ashei had a look of emotion on her face for once since she was a little girl.

"The handsome young boy that saved a Hyrule from certain destruction is missing?!" Telma added.

"By the goddesses, what will become of Hyrule?" Said Shad. "What will happen to all of us?

"Who will save us from yet another evil monstrosity like that wretched Ganondorf?" Ashei added

Louise, her adorable Persian cat meowed with surprise as well. Not as well as her owner but a little bit more loud than how she would usually meow.

"People, people, we are all just as shocked as you all are." Rusl said, trying to simmer them all down.

"Rusl speaks correctly." Auru added. "Now we should not panic. Panicking will not help get Link back to us. If we will find him, we will need to help Rusl and his family look for him. I know how dire and serious this sounds, but we have got to be brave Bout this." Now Auru turned to Raul's and asked "does the princess herself know about this, my old friend?"

"We already sent a letter to her about his disappearance, but the problem is, I am not so sure if she has gotten it, for I would fear that she might not have received it, or she might be busy trying to keep this city at peace." Rusl replied

"Do not worry, Rusl. I got your message." Said a familiar voice. They all turned and their was Pincess Zelda herself, with two guards by her side as her own resonance bodyguards.

"Princess Zelda." they all said before bowing to her in respect. "Your highness. I didn't hear you come in." Telma said.

"No need for an apology." Zelda replied flatly to the bartender. Then she turned to Colin and his family, along with Rusl's friends. "I am sincerely sorry if I did not respond to it. I was sending my men to search for him."

"And did they find anything, your majesty?" Colin asked nervously in a soft voice.

"Sadly, Colin, I am afraid they did not recently." Zelda replied to him calmly. "But don't worry, sweetie. We are doing all we can to look into this." Then she turned To Rusl, and asked him "did you sent word to any of the inhabitants around Hyrule?"

"We went to Kakariko village to tell Renado, his daughter, Barnes, and the Gorons to help out with this as well, and by now, their elders might have been told. Right now, we might need to ask for the Zora's aid in thjs."

"Of course. Captain, please send word to prince Ralis about Link, and ask him if he can send some of his people to help us find him."

"Right away, princess." Said the guard in response. He hurriedly went right out the bar and went back to the castle to begin writing his message to the zoras.

"Do you think they will help us?" Colin asked the princess.

"I wish I knew, Colin." Zelda answered flatly to him with uncertainty.

Colin knew she would reply to that. "I see," was all he replied. Then he felt Zelda's warm hand gently move behind his head.

"Don't worry, Colin. We'll find him. We'll do all that we can to help." Zelda said to him, and then smiled warmly.

"I know, you're right, princess." Colin said.

"We'll, we might as well look around Lake Hylia for anything where Link is." Rusl suggested.

"How are we going down there, dear?" Asked Uli. 

Auru then had an idea. "I think I know two people that can help us." He said. Then he remembered. "Fyer and Falbi. The two clowns that I k ow of."

"Yes, that is a wonderful idea." Shad said in agreement.

"Well, that could work, or I can create a magical floating floor for us to fly on down to the lake shores." Zelda suggested. "It would be much safer."

It was silent for a moment, and they all said that it was an excellent idea for Zelda to do for them. 

"Very well. Let's go." Rusl suggested. Everyone in the bar, minus Telma and her cat exited the building and headed to the bridge of Lake Hylia. 

"I hope you find him!" Telma exclaimed to all of the people searching for the hero before the door slammed shut.





Link, Shining Armor, and princess Cadence were sitting in a field together, relaxing and chilling out in the warm sunlight. Now Link was telling the royal couple about what he does back in his home.

"So, you are really a hero in your home?" Shining asked Link curiously.

"That I am." Link said proudly of himself. "No one calls me. The Hero of Twilight for nothing." Then he worried that Shining might be mad at him because he worried that he was referring to his sister and might be in a romantic relation with her. "Not your sister but, the hero of both Hyrule and the Twilight realm."

"I know I know." Shining chuckled. 

"Do any of your friends or family know of your wolf form?" Asked Cadence curiously.

"Besides Midna, no." Link replied. "And I think I would want to keep it that way. Some people just can't handle certain truths about anyone, and I am pretty sure that Colin, the kids, and my friends would think I would be some evil looking monster."

"Ah, I see." Said Candence.

"Well, if you feel like it, you should come visit the Crystal Empire sometime. You would love it there, the people the buildings, everything." Shining suggested.

Link smiled to his offer. "That's sounds very kind of you but.... I want to focus on what is threat that is threatening our world is, maybe it could have been Chrysalis."

"Well, you might be right, but SHE denies it." Said Cadence in annoyance. "We'll just have to humor her until we can find enough evidence to prove that we were all right all along."

Link sighed and replied "yeah, I feel you. You're not wrong. Let's just see what happens"

"Indeed." Said Shining

"Well, do you think that the princess can bring me back home?" Link asked the two.

"We,, I don't know." Cadence said. "I think you will have to be patient about that too."

Link sighed and knew that she was right yet again. "I see, but I do not know if I want to leave this world just yet if the evil in Hyrule is going to be in this one. I really want to help."

"That's good. We could use the help we can get." Said Shining proudly. "So glad you are here on this world."

"Thank you. Is there any more questions?" Link said

"Well, can you tell us about Epona, that horse that was your friend?" Cadence asked curiously 

"Well, she was a beauty. She was so amazing, and awesome. She would help me get to places faster while I would ride on her. Now, if you would ask, I do treat her with great respect, and that horses and ponies were not the dominant species."

"Oh no, we didn't say that you did." Said Shining. 

"Yes, sounds like you can get around well with her to help you." Cadence added

"I do. Of course I wouldn't work her to the bone, I would definitely give her breaks if she needs it." Link added. "Besides, I wouldn't need her all the time. When Midna was withs me, she could teleport me through the Twilight portals across my home if I wanted to."

"Oh my, that is amazing, Aunt Celestia really knows how to pick a hero."

"Oh I flush." Link said bashfully.

"Well, we might as well be going now." Shining said

"Yes, we must continue to help Celestia and Luna with the investigations again." Cadence added, a little bummed that she has to leave with her love.

"I understand." Said Link.

"If you meet Twlight and her friends again, could you tell the, all that I said that we needed to go back with the princess'?" Shining asked him as a favor

"Of course." Link replied with a smile.

Shining and Cadence smiled back at him, really appreciative of the favor that they ask him to do for the others. Then, they collided with their horns and used their magic from them. In a large bubble of light, they both vanished, leaving Link alone.

Link didn't really like being alone, b he realized that he was never alone, mostly because that he was close in Ponyville, which he now walks back to.



> Birth of a Pup (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Link was out on the shores of a large lake close to Ponyville with Twilight, Rainbow, and the other best friends that made of six and so,stones seven if including Spike. He wanted to show them all his Zora armor that prince Ralis of the Zora tribe gave him as a gift. He figured that since that it was impossible for him to return home, he might as well make the best of it. Besides, Link did not want to leave Equestria was saved like Hyrule was by him.

"So this armor can help you breath underwater?" Asked Twilight.

"Yep, it gives me a small mask so that I can stay underwater without drowning no problem." He said proudly. "I course..... It is not good with fire and ice, so if I wear it while in an icy lake, that it would probably give me a chance to die more quickly."

"That's awesome!" Said Rainbow. "Can you show us the armor?"

"Well, alright. Please don't look at me because- well you know, I'm.... Changing clothes." Link said awkwardly.

"What? Oh, we understand. We'll turn around." Said Fluttershy. She and the other friends turned around while Link changed one of his outfits. They waited patiently for Link to tell the, to turn themselves back to him.

"Okay, you can look now."

They all turned around and saw Link in his Zora armor. They all looked at him in awe and amazement. "Wow." They all said

"What do you think, guys?" Link asked them

"Absolutely marvelous." Said Rarity. "You almost look exactly like a zora." She examined Link's suit and was quite amazed of how fashionable it is."

"The hat looks longer than then your green outfit." Said Rainbow, playing with the long end of his hat. 

"And those boots." Said Applejack referring to the boots. "It's like a blue frog or toad."

Link chuckled. "It's not only stylish, yet functional."

"Say, can you dive underwater for a little while and see of you can find some treasure in the lake?" Spike asked.

"Well, sure. I don't know what I'll find. But it's worth a shot. He covered his mouth with the mask, and dove underwater. For good measure, after a few more swims, he put on the iron boots and landed on the lake floor. It was deep, but not very deep like Lake Hylia of course. He looked around and noticed something. He saw something shining not far from him. He dug into the shiny spot by moving the rocks and it revealed to be a shiny treasure chest. "Wow, I hit the jackpot." He thought to himself. "Everyone will love this."

Back on the surface, they all waited for five minutes and were sitting, becoming a little impatient. "Wow, Link really can breath underwater with that suit." Spike commented

"I know, it's like he turned into a fish and became one with the ocean." Said Rainbow.

"Just be patient. He'll show up soon." Said Fluttershy

Speaking of the devil, Link rose up into the surface and brought the large chest above the water, and like he suspected, it was really heavy for him to carry alone. "Little help here." He grunted.

Twilight used her magic to lift the chest and sat it down herself.

"I wonder what's inside." Pinkie wondered

"Me too. I can hardly wait." Applejack added

"On,y one way to find out." Link opened the chest slowly and it revealed to be a treasure of many types of beautiful, shiny gems gleaming from the sun's reflection.

They all looked in awe, and Spike looked really hungry as he was drooling from his mouth with his tongue out.

"Can I have these gems?" Spike asked, still in the thought of eating all of then at once.

"Now Spike, we should share them and split it up to all of us." Twilight reprimanded him.

"You're right." Spike said. "Besides I am sure Rarity needs these gems more than I do."

"Actually, I don't at the moment, Spikey-boo, you can have them all if you want." Rarity said to him.

"Really, but what about the rest of you guys?" Spike asked.

"Eh, I really don't think gems cam be worth I all the time.you know what they all say: money isn't everything." Said Rainbow

"Yeah, Sugarcube, you can have them all." Applejack winked at him.

"Oh yes, I know how much you love gems." Fluttershy added. "You can have as many as you want, Spike."

"Wow, thanks guys." Then he had a thought, and decided that he probably doesn't need that much gems anyway. "I could keep many of them, or maybe I can give some of them to charity like at the animal shelter." He revealed. 

"Oh Spike.that's really kind of you" said Twilight. "I'm so proud of you." She put her hoof on his shoulder with sisterly love. 

"Yeah, well. I just don't want to keep it all for myself." Spike shrugged.

Link was also proud of Spike for doing a really kind and generous thing, even though he knows Spike is a really nice and kind dragon already. "Very good, Spike." he said

"Thanks, Link."

"That is one cool armor, Link." said Rainbow

"Thanks."

"What other armor do you have?" Pinkie asked

"Well, we might as well go someplace else. I don't want any water soaking my beautiful cool armor."

"Good idea." Twilight commented. They all went many yards away from the lake waters a little closer to Ponyville. "Is this a good spot to do it?" She asked him

"Yep, this is good enough." Link replied

"I do have one more piece of clothing to show you." Link stated. "It was not easy." He shrugged, and pulled out his magic armor from the new Malo mart that he helped build. 

"Ooh, it has some crystal on it." Said Rarity I awe.

"What is this beautiful clothing?" Asked Fluttershy gently stroking the magic armor. "You don't mind of I touch it, do you?"

"Of course I don't mind, Fluttershy. Well, c I request that you turn around, please? I'm going to change into this armor now."

"Go ahead." Said Applejack. She and the others turned around once more so that Link can change into his most powerful armor.

"Okay, you can look." He said once again.

They turned and looked in awe to see Link in his beautiful magic armor. "Oh my goodness." Said Fluttershy. "Link, you look so handsome. May I?"

"Go ahead."

Fluttershy gently stroked his armor again and felt really honored to behold and touch it. It was a very fine peace of craftsmanship.

"How does it feel, Fluttershy?"

"It feels so wonderful." Fluttershy replied. "So shiny, and so amazing."

"Ooh, I got to try it." Rarity added. Now she joined in, feeling more honored to touch the beautiful peace of fabric than Fluttershy is. she giggled with glee and said "ooh this is a really beautiful peace of artwork." She gasped "this could be an idea for a new fashion piece."

"Okay okay, I think Link's had enough." Twilight chuckled.

They both stopped their stroking. "Sorry." They both said. 

Link chuckled "it's alright. This is called the Magic Armor. I got it from when I was rebuilding the Eldin bridge abd help spreading Malo Mart. I donated dozens of rupees to the company to rebuild the bridge. After that, Malo mart turned this really expensive shop into the second Malo mart."

"And this is where this armor was from, correct?" Spike said

"Yep. That's right. This shop before it was Malo Mart two, was a really expensive shop for hoity-toity rich folk can afford. The armor was worth five thousand rupees."

"That is expensive." Said Fluttershy

"Yeah, Reay top of the line. In fact, it was the most expensive item in the shop. Now after the Malo Mart quest, it was  ow a shop for everyone to afford, and more fun to be in too. Now the armor was five hundred rupees and here it is now."

"That's amazing." Said Applejack. 

"What exactly makes this armor magical?"

"Well, this armor protects me from damage being inflicted on me. Well before Zelda enhanced it, it would drain rupees instead of my life, and when it no longer contained anymore, it turns silver and it weighs way more. Now, I can wear it as a please since it no longer drain rupees."

"That's awesome." Said Spike. "So that means you can where them anytime you want to?"

"Yep. Now let me change back into my green outfit, alright. It's my favorite out of the three." Link reminded.

They all turned around one final time, and Link once again told them they can face him again, and there he was. "Back to the original design." Rainbow joked.

Link laughed. "Right. We might as well head back to Ponyville. But we might as well be careful, if Bokoblins came here, then that means other monsters that I faced before might be here too"

"Okay, we'll stay close." said Pinkie Pie. They all followed Link back to Ponyville so that they would feel safer, even though they know how to fight anyway.





Back in Hyrule, Colin, his parents, and Rusl's fellow cohorts were in the are of Lake Hylia. Right now, there were near the shrine of Lanayru, the grand protector of the Lanayru province. They saw Fryer the glum looking clown right in front of his canon ride, as always, waiting for anyone to pay him to try out for the canon ride. Zelda, and her little search party of guards up to five were with her as well to protect her at any costs in case something happens.

"Fryer!" Rusl called

The clown's eyes went wide and saw who it was. "Oy! Rusl, over hear." he waved at his old friend. He was more than happy to see him and the other official co protectors of Hyrule. Rusl and the clown hugged and chuckled.

"It is so good to see you my old friend." 

"Good to see you too, Rusl. And Auru, my older friend. It has been a long while since we met as well." Fyer referred to the Gerudo expert.

"And It is good to see you too, my old friend." Auru replied in his wise elderly voice.

"Oh Princess Zelda!" Fyer like the other people of Hyrule after meeting her, bowed to her immediately. "It is an honor to see you again, my princess." he said

"Hello, Fyer." said Zelda calmly.

the sad looking clown got off his knee and asked everyone "What can I do you for?"

"Well, we have got a serious problem." said Uli.

Then the smile on Fyer's face slowly disappeared. "What kind of a problem?" he asked

"You remember Link, do you?" asked Zelda asked him

"Of of course, your higness. He helped save my business along with Falbi's too. We owe him a great debt of gratitude after saving Hyrule from that evil warlock. Anywho, what about him?"

"He's missing." Colin blurted out

"What?" Fyer exclaimed. "Missing, but how?"

"We don't know. We are trying to find him and look for any clues to know what happened ton him and where he is." Shad explained. "So far, we haven't found any clue of him, except for this rupee that Rusl found in his village." Shad gave the rupee to Fyer to examine it and make him understand what he is talking about.

"Hmmm, I see. What is so important about this little ruby?" Fyer said, still examining the money piece.

"Rusl said that Link was on the small bridge near Malo and Talo's house, and just disappeared into magic, and the rupee was left behind." Ashei calmly stated.

"Well, this is just so strange." Fyer gave Shad back the rupee after he was done examining it. "Very strange indeed."

"Hi! What's all the hullabaloo, Fyer." said a more happy voice. It was Falbi, the happy clown with a few cuckoos walking behind him, clucking happily. "Oh my! Princess Zelda!" he exclaimed before clumsily falling to the dock face-first. HE got on his knees and foolishly bowed to the princess.

"Hello, Falbi." Zelda chuckled.

"Falbi, Link has gone missing." Fyer stated

"WHAAAAAAT?" Falbi exclaimed with his mouth agape. He got up faster than Fyer did and said "This is terrible news! How did this even happen to our glorious Hero?"

"We don't know." said Colin. "That's why we are searching for him all across Hyrule.

"All we know was that a magical force swirled around him and took him away, like he vanished without a trace, except for this rupee." Auru explained, giving the rupee to the happier clown from Shad.

"We were hoping you could help us, and the Zoras could give us a little help too. We are on our way to meet Prince Ralis and ask for support from his people." Zelda informed

"Well, I wish we can help you, but we are just clowns, your majesty." Fyer sadly stated.

"Yeah, your majesty, we are very sorry." Falbi added sadly while bowing his head

"It's alright. We will just go to the prince for support." Zelda reassured both of them.

The two clowns smiled. "Wonderful. Just wonderful." Fyer said with a small bow of respect.

"Well, we were about to ask you if you have seen him at least or not, but I guess you didn't." Said Rusl sadly

"Yeah, sorry." said Falbi.

"No problem, we'll just look for him elsewhere." said Shad. "We might as well be going now. Nice to see you two again."

"See you soon." said Fyer

"Bye." Falbi said. They all walked away, off to Zora's Domain. Zelda conjured a carpet like she did before when she came to Lake Hylia with the others, and they all flew to Zora's Domain

When they landed, Colin was very impressed with the sight of this beautiful landmark. The waterfalls, and the view of the whole Domain was beautiful. A Zora guard noticed the princess, and recognized her immediately. He said to the other guards "Princess Zelda is here." He looked at the others. "Come on in, princess. What can we help you with?"

"We have terrible news to discuss with Ralis." Zelda stated flatly.

"Very well." the Zora said

They all entered the Zora hall and Colin was even more amazed with the interior. He wondered if he can go swimming in this hall sometime once this is all over. "This is amazing." he said in awe

"I know. Quite a sight." Shad added, also in awe.

They all saw the young future king of the Zoras Princess Ralis, who was sitting on his thrown with two guards on his two sides.

"Princess Zelda, welcome." Ralis greeted. "What can I do all of you for?"

"Ralis, Link has gone missing, and we need your help to find him." Zelda stated. Ralis face turned to shocked too. "We need your help from your people to find him at all costs."

"Of course. What do you need?"

"Reinforcements and search parties to search all over Hyrule for Link or any clues for where he could be."

"Alright. How did this happen?"

"Well, a few nights ago, me and Link were at Hyrule castle because of a message by the princess sent us. He said that she has a vision of a new evil rising. While Link was in the village, he just disappeared in the middle of the night. Maybe that has something to do with her vision." Colin explained

Ralis was a little unnerved by this. First Zant, then Ganondforf, and another evil? What more could Hyrule take out of anything bad? Why must this happen to Hyrule? "I see. I'll send my troops to see what is going on."

"Brilliant. I knew we can count on you my prince." said Rusl

"Of course. We, along with all of Hyrule owe Link our gratitude." Ralis stated. "He avenged my mother's death and restored peace to all of Hyrule. I just hope that we will be ready for anything that is from your visions princess."

"Right. I really hope you can help us." the princess said

"I promise. I will. Anyone that is a friend of Link is a friend of mine." Ralis proudly stated. "Good day to all of you."

They all exited the hall, and Zelda conjure another magic carpet made out of aura, and went back to Castle town

***

Back in the capital of Hyrule, The others were out in Castle town in Telma's bar, thinking off what they should do next. Priness Zelda was back in her throne room within the castle. While she was still thinking and worrisome about the hero of Twilight. She didn't really know what to do now. Then, the castle door opened unexpectedely. There was a beautiful Twilit woman on the far side of the room.

The guards looked really suspicious, and raised their spears and the captain unsheathed his sword at her.

"Stay your weapons, men." Zelda calmly said to them whilr raising her hand at them slightly. There is no need to fear her. She is an old friend of mine." the guards were reluctant, but orders were orders, and stayed their spears.

The woman looked very peculiar. Yes, it was indeed her, the woman that helped Link in saving Hyrule.

"Midna." she said with a slight smile

"Hello, princess." Midna said calmly to her, also with a smile. "It is good to see you again." she walked up to her and bowed to her.

"I thought I would never see you again." Zelda said rising from her throne. "Of course, I welcome you back to Hyrule." then she hugged her and Midna vice versa. "Although I am a little confused, what are you doing in my castle."

"I heard that Link was missing from my world, and I heard about the boy named Colin. I heard he is like a little brother to Link, no?"

"Yes. I know him. Why?"

"I need to speak with him. just with you and me and no one else. I don't want anyone in the town to come after me." Midna stated.

"What do you want with him?"

"Well.... I just need to talk to him." was all the twilight princess replied.

Zelda was a little silent, but she said "Very well. Captain, bring in Colin for me."

"Yes your majesty." He and a few other guards went out the large doors to fetch the boy. Zelda and Midna looked at eachother for a long time, not uttering a word for a while.

Finally, Midna broke that silence by saying "I suppose I can tell you why i need him."





Colin was drinking cider with his mother and father, looking very worried about Link and his well being. What if he never sees him again. "Are you alright, son?"

"I'm fine." Colin said.

"Don't worry sweetie." said Uli. "We'll find him. I promise." then Colin smiled, knowing the look on her face saying that everything will be okay. Then he continued drinking his cider. Then, a few guards came into the bar with the captain in front of them.

"Excuse me, but we are looking for Colin." said the captain

"That's me."

"Good. Princess Zelda wants to see you immediately."

"Why?"

"I don't know I didn't ask, but I can tell you it is quite urgent." was all her replied to the child. The parents then got up but were stopped by the captain's hand "No." he said. "I am so very sorry, but Colin is needed alone with no one else."

"What? But we are his parents." said Uli

"Honey, please. Everything will be alright." Rusl said, holding her shoulders. She was a little reluctant thanks to her strong maternal instinct, but she knows there is nothing she can do about and reluctantly decided to go through with this.

"Don't worry mom, i'll be fine." Colin reassured her.

"alright. Just be careful sweetie." Uli said

"Do not worry, miss. We'll take good care of him." said the captain. He looked at the boy, and said to him "Alright, let's go." then Colin followed them to the castle. Uli was quietly sobbing back in the bar, and was comforted by her husband.

*** 

Colin was right in front of the door to the throne room, and was a little nervous, even though it is from Princess Zelda. He walked in with the guards, and they all stopped in front of the throne. "Your majesty, we have who you're looking for." the captain said to her. 

"Perfect. Leave us." the princess ordered.

Just like that, the guards exited the room, leaving Her and Colin alone once the doors shut again. "What is it.... your majesty?" Colin asked nervously

"Don't worry." said Princess Zelda "You are not in any trouble. Someone wants to meet you."

"Who?"

"I'll show you. Follow me."

The boy followed Zelda through the tower, and went up to her bedroom door. She kind of had a bad feeling about this herself, but Midna is a good person.

"Now, you might be alarmed by her appearance, but she is not evil." Zelda stated. She slowly opened her door and revealed Midna to Colin

"WOAH!" he exclaimed. He drew his Ordon sword and shield, ready to fight.

"Peace, Colin." Zelda said softly

Midna chuckled "Easy there, boy. I'm not going to hurt you." she said to him. "I knew Link. He was a friend of mine."

Rights for this song go to Nintendo


Colin was surprised. "Really?" he looked at Zelda to see if this creature was telling the truth, and she nodded a yes in return. If anything was from the princess, it must be true. "Okay." he slowly put his weapons away.

"Good boy." Midna stood p and walked up to Colin. she bent down to his level to make better eye contact. "So, you are Colin, correct?"

"Y-yes."

"That's what I thought." she put her hand on Colin's cheek. "Listen, Colin. I was the one that helped Link save Hyrule. Although he did most of it himself, including killing Ganondorf. Now, There was something you did not realize."

"What's that?" 

"He can transform into a wolf."

Colin didn't really believe her, and thought it was a little trick to lower his guard so she can kill him.

"Look, whenever he entered any Twilight realm that is not mine, he transforms into a wolf. He didn't have it before, but now He uses a crystal to help him transform whenever he pleases."

Colin didn't know what to say now. "I don't know what to even say. Why didn't he tell me?"

"It was best you didn't know, and it was for your own safety. He wasn't trying to hurt you. He just.... didn't want to scare you silly."

"So, why are you here. And... who are you?"

"I am Midna, the Twilight Princess of the Twilight realm. Link showed me what it was like outside of my home and taught me that lives do matter besides my people. Why i'm here you ask? well.... I wanted to give you this." she pulled out a crystal that looked like the one that Link used to transform into a wolf. "I want to give you the power of the wolf like I gave Link"

"What? i.... i don't know. What if I eat everyone i love?" Colin asked, very scared and worried

Midna made a cute laugh and said "It would never allow you to do that. It will just change your appearance, not on the inside. Just place it in your pouch and when you want to use it, turn into a wolf from it. Oh, and I might as well tell you to keep this a secret between us. We wouldn't want you to scare people."

Zelda placed her soft warm hands on her shoulder. "Everything will be okay, Colin. You can trust Midna."

Colin was very reluctant, but he slowly motioned his hand to the crystal and closed his eyes. When his finger touched the crystal, he felt himself being transformed. A black aura surrounded him, and turned into a wolf cub. He opened his eyes, and looked at the two princess'. "What.... what happened?" he asked

"You are now one with the wolf." Midna replied. "Go look in the mirror." Colin walked to the mirror and saw himself as a wolf cub with much lighter and browner fur than Link had, who had a more grayish black pelt and Colin had no chain either.

"You look so adorable." said Zelda. "Link would love to see you in this form."

"Now, touch the crystal again." Midna instructed

the boy touched it with his nose and transformed back into a human unscathed. "That was..... amazing." he said inn awe. "So, can you help us find Link?"

Midna looked at him sadly. "Sadly, I cannot, child. But I promise you I will do what I can to find him, just not with you probably. Now I must go. Good luck, and may the light spirits and goddesses watch over you." She gave Colin a tender kiss on his forehead and then turned into black dust, and went out of the room. Now he was really happy to have the power of the wolf, and could hardly wait for him to see it, if he ever finds him of course.

"So, is that it?" asked Colin.

"I am afraid so. I'll send you back to your family." the princess went back to the throne room with the boy, and called the captain back in to take Colin back with his parents. "And before you go......" she bent down and gave Colin another kiss on his forehead. "Good luck to you, child. And may the light spirits and goddesses watch over you, like Midna said before."

"I'll see you soon." said Colin before heading out the door. He felt like a whole new boy within him.
> The Pup arrives in Equestria (Edited)
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In Telma's bar, the search party for Link is still, trying to find him or his whereabouts. The Zoras, who were instructed to find him and aid Zelda and her allies for the greatest Hero of Hyrule. What worried everyone is that it might not be enough to help out the cause

All they can do now is to pray for Link's safety, and hoped he was alright and safe from harm.

"Well, Telma, we might as well be searching around the fields for unsearched areas we might not have looked in." Rusl stated. "We'll be back."

"Oh alright, honey bunch." Telma sighed. "Just be careful out there."

"No!" Colin exclaimed. They all looked at the child with concern and worriment. "We looked everywhere, dad! It's no use. We'll never find him."

"Colin, it's alright." Rusl said, trying to comfort his son. He felt his hand being forced away by his son's hands

"No it's not." Colin felt a few tears streaming down his face with sadness, and a great missing of Link was written all over his expression. Now he didn't know what to do anymore and is just about to give up hope and had to face the fact that he was gone, and dropped out the face of Hyrule. 

"Colin, would you like anything?" Said Telma.

"No!" Then the boy turned away and was about to storm out of the bar, but was stopped his father's hand on his shoulder. Rusl turned him around swiftly and had a semi-strong grip on both his shoulders. 

"Colin, look at me." He said. "Look at me. Everything will be okay. We will find him. We cannot give up hope now. Hyrule is in need of Link, and I know how important he is to you, and he is important to us too."

"Your father's right, kid." Said Ashei calmly, walking up to him, next to Rusl. "Please, you need to calm down."

"Well- well-" Colin choked a few times on his sobbing. "We looked everywhere."

"Shh. I know, son. But his disappearance has to mean something important." Rusl assured.

"Please. Come to your senses, boy." Auru added. 

"Worrying like this will not bring Link back, Colin. Please." Shad softly begged.

"Well I wish it would." Colin said before crying into his fathers arms. Rusl gently shushed him as he was hugging him. Uli then joined in as a family to calm Colin down.

"It's okay, sweetie." said Uli.

"I know. I'm sorry." Colin continued sobbing. "I just wish I can see him again."

"We know, honey." said Telma. "We know."

The three family members hugged eachother for a long amount of time. Overtime, Colin stopped his weeping and wiped the last remaining tears off of his face.

"Do you feel better sweetie?" asked the mother

"uh-huh" Colin replied. "I'm okay now."

"Good. We'll find him. I promise." said Rusl, proud of him for pulling through

"i know." 

Then Colin saw a small beam of light going around him. At first, he became a little confused. Then it it became a little bigger. It was big enough for everyone to see what was going on.

"Um, dad? what is this?" Colin said

"I don't know."

Then he felt himself being engulfed by some magical force, ironically, this was the same type of Aura that took Link to Equestria. "H-Help me!" then the magic began to circle around alot faster.

"Colin! grab my hand!" said Rusl. The boy grasped his father's hand, but he felt himself flying or levitating over the floor, they both felt their grasp being less tight for they were both losing the fight of staying together. Then the large blob engulfed the boy entirely. Everyone became very scared and shocked to see that

"DAD!" Colin cried out.

Then a large explosion of light shined out through the bar. Everyone had their eyes covered while Louise was hiding in one of the stalls in case she gets blown away. After the light began to glow darker, Colin was gone.

"Colin?" Uli called out. "Colin?!" sadly, no answer from her son came to her. She landed on her knees and whelped and feared she may never see one of her favorite things in her life ever again. Rusl bent to her level to comfort her. 

"This is terrible!" said Shad. "We must tell the Princess immediately!" He, Ashei, and Auru went out of the bar to rush to the guards and inform them about what just happened. Of course, the explosion was a little loud as well, and some of the guards already came to their aid, trying to find out what just happened.

Meanwhile with Colin, he was in a rather eerie place, it was nothing but a grey background with fog in it. "Hello?" he called. the only thing that answered back was his echo. "Hello?" he called again. Once again, no response. Then, just as soon as his he had given up hope of anything, a large blast of light appeared and he covered his eyes.

In front of him were for large, and rather peculiar spirits. One was an Ordon goat, the second was like a monkey with a tail longer than it's body, the third was like in the shape of a falcon, hawk, or an owl, and lastly, the fourth was the biggest and in the shape of gigantic water snake.

The boy was scared and he drew out his sword and shield to protect himself.

"Stay your blade, boy." said the goat. "We mean you no harm."

"Who- who are you?" Colin asked

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"We're are the sole protectors of Hyrule by the name of the gods who created it. We are guardian light spirits to all provinces of Hyrule. " the goat replied. "I am Ordona."

"I am Faron." 

"I am Eldin."

"And lastly, I am Lanayru. We have heard your search for our sole champion, Link."

"Y-yes, I am." Colin replied. "P,ease, do you know where he is?"

"We do. He was teleported from one universe to another." Said Eldin

"What?" Colin couldn't really believe what these spirits were saying to him, nor could he believe that he would meet them all in person. He was good to hear that Link was okay at least.

"Indeed, he was teleported to the land called Equestria." Said Faron.

The boy put his weapon and shield back from where they were before. "Why?"

"Because he has been called for a purpose to stop an evil from taking over the world just like Ganondorf attempted to take over Hyrule with an iron fist." Lanayru answered,

"But, why am I here? Why did you call me?"

"Because we have been watching you for a long while little one." Said Ordona. "You have a heart of gold like Link does, and we see how close you are with eachother like if you were siblings."

"Oh. Can you please send me to is..... Equestria? I really want to know if Link is alright. Please.

"Ease your fears, child." Said Faron. "We will help you."

"Yes, but first we want to honor you with a title. A title called 'Hero of Hyrule' like Link was called one."

"A hero of Hyrule?" Colin asked in a confused voice. "That... That does not sound right. I... I wasn't the one who killed Ganondorf, or wielded the master sword."

"Perhaps, but you have strength as great as Link has, young one." Said Lanayru.

"Yeah. That's true."

"For that, we want to bestow you a uniform of a true hero, like Link." Said Eldin

Another flash of light went off and Colin felt rather different after it was gone. He looked at himself and saw that he had..... New clothes?"

"I... I look like Link." Colin said, recognizing an outfit like this one anywhere,

"Yes, but this one lacks a hat, and it is a much lighter green than Link's tunic." Ordona stated. "This is a rather useful piece of clothing that also has a magic pouch and would make you like more ready for a challenge."

"What do you think?" Asked Lanayru

"I.... I like it." Colin said, looking at his new clothes. It felt a little unusual, but somehow, he DID feel like a true hero. The tunic was almost exactly like Link's alright, even the boots and gloves were similar.

"Perfect." Said Eldin

"Now, we will help you with finding Link and send you to Equestria." Lanayru stated.

Colin was now more than happy. He understood things more clearly. Link sent to another world to stop an unknown evil? Could this have a possible connection to the visions that Zelda had when he and Link visited the castle together? He didn't know for sure, but he knew there was only one way to find out.

"Now we will guide you the path to Equestria." The spirits all said in unison. Than in another flash of light, Colin opened his eyes again, and saw himself on an open area like a plain of some sort. It was absolutely beautiful, and reminded him of Hyrule field. He notices he still has his new hero clothes on.

"Well... i might as well look for Link." He Thought. He tried to figure out which direction he should go and maybe look for a city or a town that could help him. He thought about his parents and his friends back in Hyrule. What if he never sees them again?

As he walked a rather long distance, almost as far as walking through the Eldin part of Hyrule, he began to hear voices. Like the sound of giggling and laughing. He saw three Scootaloo, Applebloom, and Sweetie Belle playing in a small field just right outside a farm. Now his started to understand what the spirits meant by Equestria. With the fillies, there was Pipsqueak playing with the also.

He slowly walked up to the three. They all stopped their laughing when they saw Colin "Ummmm excuse me?" He said timidly. "Can you.... can you please help me?"

"Oh. Hello." Said Sweetie Belle.

"What's your name, kid?" Asked Scootaloo

"And what can we help you with?"

"You like like somepony we know." Pip added

"Well.... i am looking for someone." The boy replied timidly. These children seemed to be more nicer than his friends back in the village. "I... i was transported from another world, and.... i was wondering if someone called Link Is around here somewhere."

They all looked surprised. Another creature like Link Equestria? He does look quite similar to the Hero of Twilight, except he had a different sword and shield, and his hair is a little more blond and shorter.

"You know Link?" Said Scootaloo

"Yeah. He's my friend."

"He just came here a while ago." Said Sweetie Belle. 

Now Colin was feeling more glad that Link was here. Oh how he could not wait to see him again. "CNN y oh b please take me to him?" He asked begging.

"Of course. We'll show you him." Said Applebloom. "Come with us."

"Great." Colin exclaimed. 

"So, what's your name, kid?" Asked Scootaloo

"I'm Colin."

"Colin? We heard about you." Said Applebloom. 

"Link told us all about you." Sweetie added. "He sometimes called you a brother to him."

The boy was touched to hear that Link considered him that close of a friend. "That's nice."

"Yeah, Link is a really cool guy." Pip said.

"He is."

After walking through another portion of the field, they stopped and there was Link, with Fluttershy, Twilight, Rainbow Dash, Spike, and their friends having a picnic together. Colin gasped and smiled the biggest one he could create. There was also Lyra and Bon Bon having a picnic with them too (even though Lyra just forced Bon Bon to have a picnic with her and Link. "Link? Link!" He ran over to the group. They all looked at the kid running up to the hero of Twilight

"Colin?" Link said recognizing the voice of one of his closest friends. Indeed, it was who he thought it was. "Colin!"

He bent down and gave him a hug. Colin sobbed I'm him. "I am so glad to see you, Link." Colin said with pure joy.

"I am glad you are safe." Link said, rubbing his hair playfully. "But.... how did you get here?"

"It's a long story." Colin said, then they broke their hug. "I finally found you."

Than Fluttershy walked up to them. "Hello. I'm Fluttershy." She said

"Hello. I'm Colin."

Fluttershy gasped. "So your the one Link referred too."

"Well, i'll be." Said Applejack

They group then gave smiles to Colin.

"Do join us darling. Have a seat." Said Rarity.

Then a pink cloud came out of nowhere out of mid-air. It was Discord. "Oh so sorry to interrupt. But I just wanted to meet the Hero of Hyrule in person."

"Who are you?" Asked Link. "And.... what are you?"

"I am Discord, master of chaos. Of course I am a good guy and not a bad one. Not anymore I mean. Yo see, I am one of th royals to help Celestia about what happened to her missing soldiers. Of course I do not trust Chrysalis One Little bit." Then he noticed the boy. "Ah, and I this your brother?"

"Well, he is not really my brother." Link said. "But it's nice to meet you Discord."

"And what is your name, little boy?"

"Ummm... Colin. A good friend of Link."

"Well, Colin, have some apple cider." Then Discord poofed a glass of iced apple cider and gave it to him.

"Umm thanks." Colin said. 

"Of course."

"Anyway, have a seat with us, Colin." Said Twilight. "I'm pretty sure we many things to talk about with one another." Her friends made words of agreement.

Colin started to feel a little more comfortable and smiled. Then he sat with the group, with Link Right next to him. He was ever so happy to see his closest friend again.
> Lone Wolf Not Alone Anymore (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

As Colin was sitting with Link on this picnic with Fluttershy, Twilight, and the other ponies, and they all smiled at him when he looked at them in a friendly face. Colin was ever so happy to see Link once again, and Link the same way for Colin. The boy was eating a zap apple jam sandwich and he was really enjoying it for the first try. 

"So tell us, what is your name, darling?" Asked Rarity

"Colin." He replied.

"Hello Colin. I'm Fluttershy."

"Name's Rainbow Dash."

"I'm Applejack."

"Twilight Sparkle."

"My name is Spike."

"I'm Lyra, and it is so nice to meet you Colin." 

"Right. Bon Bon at your service,"

"And I am Pinkie Pie!"

The boy smiled and laughed at what Pinkie did excitingly. "Nice to meet you all too." He replied to all of them.

"So, Colin, Link told us about you." said Fluttershy. "He said you are quite a sweet boy."

the kid blush. "Oh. Well, I do help someone in need if i must." then he looked at Link. "Everyone's been looking for you. dad, the resistance movement, the Gorons, Zoras, and even the Bulblins are looking for you."

"I know. I figured they would." Link replied. "So, how did you get here, Colin? and.... where did you get these clothes?"

"Yeah, now you look almost like him." Rainbow pointed

"Well.... The light spirits of Hyrule summoned me and brought me here to Equestria for no reason. Then they all gave me this uniform."

Link was quite surprised by this, and so were the ponies and Spike, even though they have never heard of these Light Spirits before. "That's kind of how I got here." he replied. "Except.... I wasn't really talking to the spirits, i was just in an aura of light like you were."

"Huh." then Colin became a little saddened about leaving his parents like that. "I hope they're alright. they probably miss me by now."

"Ah, Colin." Link said. "We'll see what we can do to get us back home, okay?"

"I know." Colin replied. Then he felt Link giving him a side hug. He remembered Midna, the Twilight Princess that gave him his new powers of being a wolf whenever he felt like it. If she was a really good friend to his brother figure, then he decided that it was okay for him to tell Link about her. "uuummmmmmm Link?"

"Hmm?"

"I.... I met Midna earlier today."

Link's eyes went wide and gasped in disbelief "Midna?" He said. Then a smile came to his face, thinking of a possibility of seeing his comrade that was always by his side on his quest. He never thought he would see her again, or come back to Hyrule. "Is she alright?"

"Yes. Zelda introduced me to her. I.... Didn't really trust her but then I realized that she was a friend to Hyrule and not a minion of Ganondorf."

"What did she want from you?" Link asked curiously

"She told me about you can transform into a wolf."

Link became a little horrified to hear that Colin now knows the truth of his special gift. "She did?" He said. "Okay. You caught me. I can transform into a wolf, but I didn't want to tell you because I didn't want to scare you."

"He's right, Sugarcube." Said Applejack. "It was for your own safety,"

"I know. I.... I just wish that he can tell me earlier"

"I know. I'm sorry."

"It's okay."

"So, how did Midna come back to Hyrule? I thought she would never come back. She destroyed the mirror from our home and the Twilight realm from interacting eachother again."

"That, I don't know." Colin said. "But I don't think that is important. Anyway, Midna also gave me a shadow crystal of my own to transform into a wolf too."

Fluttershy gasped with joy. "She did? Um, I hope this isn't too much to ask, but can you please transform into the wolf?" She really wanted to see how cute he would be as a wolf.

"Yeah, I bet it would be really cute." Pinkie added

"I'm not cute." Colin said in embarrassment, 

"Come on, Colin. Please show us." Said Link

The boy sighed in a slightly irritated voice. He decided to do it, but mostly for Link. He pulled out the crystal, touched it, and transformed into a cub again.

Everyone gasped and all went "aww." Then he felt Fluttershy picking him up, hugging him close to her.

"You are sooooo cute." Fluttershy said while nuzzling his face against hers.

"Stop it." Colin laughed. "Could you please put me down?"

"Oh, sorry, sweetie." then Fluttershy gently put him down. "You just look so adorable like this."

"And those cutest wittle paws." rarity baby talked.

"Totally awesome." said Rainbow

"There is no need to be embarrassed, Colin." Said Applebloom.

"We think it is really amazing." Bon Bon added

"Thanks." Said Colin blushing. "so Link, can you please show me your wolf form?" Colin asked

"Sure." Link got out his crystal now and touched it, and transformed into a wolf too. He was a little giant compared to Colin, who was only a pup, or a little bigger than an average pup would be like. 

"Aww, now you guys looks like brothers." said Lyra

"So adorable." Bon Bon added

"Wow. that is so amazing, Link." the boy said in awe.

"Thanks. I look cool, don't i?"

"So, why don't we show you around ponyville?" Twilight offered. "I'm sure you'll love it."

"Sure. But.... I want to train some more with him."

"Oh you want to spar with me?" Link asked curiously. "I guess you could use the practice and see if you remember anything I taught you."

"Can we watch?" asked Spike

"Sure. We don't mind."

"I don't mind. I want some people to watch me how strong I am anyway." Colin said. He, Link, and the others went to another part of the field, not far from the picnic area, and found a good spot. Link pulled out his Master Sword and Hylian Shield, and Colin pulled out his Ordon sword and Ordon shield.

The ponies and Spike were ready to see what will happen and hoped they will be amazed by anything soon.

"Don't forget the first thing to do before we actually spar."

At first, Colin didn't really remember for a second. "Oh yeah. Now I remember." then he and Link did a sword swing to one another, making a huge clang sound. Now they can began the training.



"Alright, buddy. you ready?"

"Yep. Let's go." Then he and his god brother were sparring. The boy was getting better and better, and was blocking really amazingly. He knew a correct time to strike at Link, but of course, Link would always block every move Colin would try to inflict on him.

"Not bad, kiddo. But do you remember any hidden skills I taught you? Let's see what you got with the helm splitter."

"Right!" Then Link was about to do a powerful strike, but was halted by Colin's shield and then felt him stroked by his sword from behind after he jumped in mid-air to another side of him.

"That is so amazing." Rainbow said. "Not bad for a kid."

"Awesome." Said Applebloom

"Good, not what about the back slice?"

The boy nodded and jumped sideways, did a roll, and slashed Link in the back. "How's that?" Colin asked. "I hope I didn't hurt you too much."

"Nah. It's not that bad. I suffered worse before, so don't worry." Colin was absolutely right to idolize Link as his hero since he us as tough as a Goron elder. "Now how about the jump strike?"

Colin did a battle pose and combines his sword and shield together. He took a breath, and struck Link in his shield the the first strike, and then did a powerful jump attack, that made Link fall to the ground.

"Oh my goodness." Said Fluttershy. "He is such a good learner."

"He is like Link." Twilight added."so brave, and skilled."

"Amazing. Still got it. "Now try the mortal draw."

"Okay." Then Colin put his sword and shield away and when Link was about to strike him with the Master sword, Colin drew his weapons out and stroke Link. 

Everyone cheered on at Colin. "Woo! Very cool, Colin!" Lyra cheered.

the boy smiled at how he was being praised for improving his skills, thanks to Link. What would Colin be without his brother figure? He and Link continued clashing their swords one another in this training. 

"Perfect." Link said. "Now, the Great Spin."

"Right."

Colin readied himself for the spin, and then his sword gleamed a light, then performed a large spin attack almost as big as Link's. It was so powerful, that the Hylian shield came flying out of Link's hands as soon as it impacted it. Of course it didn't really break, because the shield was invincible and indestructible.

You okay, Link? I hope I didn't injure you."

"Don't worry. I'm fine. That was pretty incredible Colin. I am so proud of you." Link congratulated. "Your parents would be really proud of you."

The boy smiled and frowned after that. "If i ever see them again." he said

"Oh Colin. We'll get back home. I promise." Link said, putting a hand on his shoulder. Colin looked up and Link smiled at him then realizing that he was right, he smiled back at him. Everypony and Spike went up to him and cheered for his skills and improvement

"Colin that was amazing!" Spike exclaimed

"Yeah, you were really awesome." Rainbow gave him a gentle jab on his arm. The boy smiled at her compliment. It felt like back home when Malo, Talo, and Beth would congratulate him for his sword skills improving.

"Thanks. I did good, didn't i?"

"You sure did, kiddo." said Applejack.

"You are quite an expert with that sword." Rarity added.

"Very wonderful." Fluttershy added.

"Well, I think we are probably worn out by that training." Link pointed. "How about we wrap things up and head back to town." Link said. Everyone minus Colin agreed with him and replied many statements of agreement. "You'll like Ponyville, Colin. It's a pretty nice town."

"Ponyville? okay?" was all the boy replied.

"Yeah, you'll love Ponyville." Pinkie said excitedly

"Why don't we show you my cottage first. Do you like animals?"

"I love animals." Colin said with a smile

"Good, because I have lots of animal friends in the cottage.

"Try turning into a wolf and talking to them. It also helps you with that."

"Really? I always wanted to talk to animals." Colin said. talking to animals was one of his lifelong dreams, besides being a hero like Link is of course.

"come on then."

Then they all head back to town after they wrapped up their picnic.





In town, many of the townsfolk noticed Colin, and many mares thought he was really adorable and thought he was also Link's brother since he is wearing the exact same clothes as him.

"Here it is, Colin. Ponyville." Twilight said.

"Wow. It's very beautiful." he said in awe. He really hated to admit it, but he thought it looked more beautiful than Hyrule Castle town. Then he noticed the large castle on the side of the mountain in the background. "Um, Twilight, what is that castle over there?" he asked curiously

"That is Canterlot. It's the Capitol of Equestria, inside the castle is Princess Celesti and her sister, Princess Luna."

"Who are they?"

"They are in charge of everything in Equestria." Said Rainbow. "They are very kind to all of us and love us all."

"Celestia is the guardian sun, and Luna is the guardian of the moon." Rarity added

"Wow. That's amazing. They kind of sound like pony versions of Princess Zelda. Well, she isn't in charge of of any star. She has the Triforce of Wisdom."

"We know, Link told us about the three Triforce pieces, didn't ya Link?"

"Yep."

"Celestia and Luna would love to meet you if you would like to." Twilight suggested

"Oh. That's awesome, but I don't know if I would want to immediately. I... I just need to get use to his place, that's all."

"That is perfectly alright with us, Sugarcube." Said Applejack. "We'll show you around Ponyville later on."

"Meantime, why don't you stay with me in Fluttershy's cottage til we can get back home, alright?"

"Okay, Link."

"Oh I just know you'll love it." Said Fluttershy in excitement. They all followed her down on the outskirts of Ponyville and there was her cottage. "Here we are." She opened the door and a few of her animal friends came up to her, very happy to see her home.

The critters were a few squirrels, and chipmunks. They all followed her inside, and the boy was really fascinated to see that a cottage would look like a forest. It kind of reminded him of Agitha's bug palace in castle town, except it was not just bugs, but many types of creatures.

"Hello, everyone. We have a new face that is going to be living with us for a little while." Fluttershy said

Many animals looked at Colin and many of them curiously walked up to him, realizing he was like Link. A few small animals placed their paws on his feet.

"Aww look, they look you."

"Try talking to them." Link suggested.

The boy nodded and turned into a wolf pup again. He walked up to the group of animals and nervously said to them. "H-hello."

"Hello." They all said to him in reply. The child smiled at hearing voices from animals and knowing what they might feel.

"My name is Colin." He said

"Well, nice to meet to, Colin." Said a badger. "You new hear?"

"Hm-mmm."

"Well, come with us, kid. We'll show you our friends here." Said Harry the grizzly. Then the pup followed the group of friendly animals to another part of the cottage interior, introducing him to other animals.

Link and a Fluttershy watched as the animals were liking him already. "Thank you for taking him in for a while, Fluttershy." Link said with a smile.

"Oh of course. Anything for a friend." Fluttershy replied. "He will love it."

"I really hope that he will see his parents again." Spike said, a little worried about him.

"I hope so too. Celestia dn Luna will probably figure something out, right Twilight?"

"Well, I wouldn't count on it, but they will try and do what they can to help." Twilight said.

"I see."

"Well, we should still show him around and get to know him better." Lyra suggested

"Totally." Said Rainbow.

"Right." Link said. "But for now, let him adapt to this place."

"Right." Then they all continued on watching the boy talking with the animals in his wolf form.

> Lizard Men (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Later on in Ponyville after Colin was teleported to Equestria by the Light Spirits of Hyrule that helped Link as his guidance in his adventures, the boy was hanging out and mingling with two of his new friends that Link introduced him to earlier, which was Lyra and Bon Bon. He was really taking a liking out of these two mares, as the same for his other new friends of Ponies and one baby dragon. Right now, Link was tending to the animals at Fluttershy's cottage while the boy was having a little short walk with the two best friends at the moment since his brother figure was busy.

"So Lyra, Bon Bon, how long have you guys been friends?" The apprentice asked curiously

"For as long as we can remember." Said Lyra. "Since the day we met in kindergarten. We're besties, right, Bon Bon?"

"Yep, we are that close." Bon Bon added. Then the two hugged one another.

"Besties!" They both said proudly.

"That's good to hear." The child said with a small smile.

"So, Colin, how long have you and Link been friends?" Lyra asked him in return. 

"Quite a while. Maybe not as long as you two, but still a long time. Link is one of the greatest people I know, so brave, and courageous, and considering the fact that he saved Hyrule from Ganondorf and his minions."

"I know, it sounds like he is." Said Bon Bon. "He is such a nice and sweet guy, you know?"

"Yeah, I know." Said Lyra. "And he saved the town from a couple of pointy-eared monsters with machetes.."

"Wait, were they Bokoblins?" Colin remembered encountering a few monsters that were identical to what they just talked about, and remembered fighting a number of those annoying foul beasts back in Hyrule with Link.

"Yeah, that's what Link called them." Bon Bon remembered.

"Yeah, Link totally whooped their butts one to three."

"How did they get to Equestria?"

"Good question. I wish I knew." Bon Bon replied. "That was rather weird and peculiar. I mean what's next? Diamond dogs coming to Ponyville and attacking him too?"

"Diamond dogs? what are they?"

"It's a long story. It's not that important anyway. Okay, i'll tell you, they are monsters that look like dogs that dig for gold and are rather mean and greedy." Lyra answered anyway

"Hmm."

"So, now that are hanging out together, would you like to come do something fun with us?" Lyra offered kindly

"I guess why not. What should we do?"

"Hmmmm, oh I know! How about we play hide and seek." Bon Bon offered. "In the park."

"Sure." He smiled. They all went to the park, and stopped at a peculiar spot on the grass. "So, who will be counting?"

"I will." Said Lyra. Then she covered her face on a tree trunk and started counting from one. The other two scattered and split up to a find a good hiding spot. Bon Bon found a large log in between two trees. Colin hid in the bushes not far from her. He thought it was a good idea because of his green clothes that will help him blend in with the plants.

"Coming! Ready or Not!" The mint green unicorn called out in a distance. Colin giggled and kept quiet as possible. He peeked through the branches like he was a Lizalfos hiding to catch whoever it can kill, but of course the boy would never do something like that.

He breathed quietly and meanwhile with Bon Bon, she was quietly giggling, thinking that her best friend will never find her in that log. However, she had miscalculated and heard her footsteps.

"Found you." The green unicorn said playfully. The two friends laughed and hugged.

"You didn't cheat, did you?" Bon Bon asked teasingly

"No no no, silly. I just had a hunch. Now let's go find Colin." 

Back with the boy, He waited a little while and then after a few minutes, He felt something gently touching him. He turned around and it was the two besties.

"Peek a boo I found you!" Lyra said playfully. Colin laughed.

"You found me." he said. "So, who wants to count next?"

"I'll do it." Bon Bon offered

"Okay." Then Lyra was the one hiding out along with Colin. They were all having fun together and the boy felt more welcoming to Equestria than before.





Back in Fluttershy's cottage, Link was just about finished giving a badger a bath with Fluttershy helping him.

"There mister Trufflehunter, good as new." Said Fluttershy. "All nice and clean." The critter chittered happily answered said thank you to her. "Oh you're welcome. Always happy to help any animal."

"Thanks for y or help, Fluttershy. I really appreciate it." The Hylian kindly remarked to her.

"Of course, I should thank you for helping me, Link."

Then out of nowhere, Link felt a sharp pain in his head and felt his ears ringing intensely. He tries to ease his pain, but to no avail. He groaned loudly as he vent to his knee. 

Fluttershy gasped. "Oh my goodness! What's wrong, Link?" She hovered over him to see what the problem was with him from this unexpected migraine. 

"Ahh! I don't know." He replied in agony. Then he had a vision of the one with the insect-like equines called changelings that Celestia, Luna, and the others in Equestria told him about, and then, he saw Ganondorf laughing wickedly on his demonic steed in a background of Hellfire. 

Then the pain ceased to exist, and stopped immediately. He was very confused and had no idea what just happened. He slowly got back up, trying to mentally recover from this unexpected visions.

"What happened, Link?" Fluttershy put her hooves on his shoulder for comfort.

"I...... don't know. It was.... another vision with the changelings, and Ganondorf was in it too. It was so painful, like someone was stabbing me right in my brain."

"Goodness, should we tell princess Celestia and Luna about this then?"

"Well, they with Princess Cadence and Shining Armor are working on what is going on aren't they?" He sighed. "Let's just see what happens I'm the future. I'm pretty sure it's nothing. I just need..... done apple cider to help me."

"Are you sure?"

"Yeah, i'm sure."

"Alright, I am just worried about you."

"It's alright, I thank you, but i'll be fine. And, since I am done with the animals, I should probably go look for Colin now."

"Oh of course."

"He's probably still with Lyra and Bon bon, right?"

"I am pretty sure he is, they did say they would take good care of him, did they?"

"Yeah, they did." I'll be right back." Then h went out the front door to look for his little brother.





Back in the main part of town, Colin was still with the two best friends, and they were done with their little game of hide and seek. Right now, they were walking to see what they were going to next together. Then, the boy didn't know where he was going and accidentally bumped into somepony in the head.

"Ow!" They both exclaimed. The other voice sounded like a little boy's voice, except it sounded a little more British. He looked and it was Pipsqueak.

"You okay, Colin?" Bon Bon asked

"Ow, i'm fine." He replied. The. He looked at the boy he accidentally clashed heads with. "Oh, I am so sorry. I didn't see you there." Colin said

"No, it's my fault. I was running and I didn't see where I was going." The colt replied. "Please forgive me. Ow." Then he recognized him immediately. "Hey, you're the guy from Hyrule."

"Yeah. I am."

"So, are you Link's brother?"

Colin was starting to become a little annoyed with that question everyone keeps wondering about, but nevertheless, he replied "well, i'm not exactly his brother, but he is kind of like one to me."

"Oh. What's your name?"

"Colin."

"The name's Pipsqueak from Trottingham, but you call just call me 'Pip' if you would please."

"Nice to meet you Pip."

"Wow, that is a cool sword and shield there, almost kid of Link's." he admired the weapons on the young Hylian's back.

"Thanks. It was my daddy's sword and shield, and one of my neighbors made this shield for him. It was soon given to Link but then after he got the master sword and Hylian shield, he decided to give these to me."

"Can I look at them?"

"Sure." then he got out his Ordon sword for the colt to look at, and showed it to him. "So, what do you think?"

"Well, I admit, it is rather cool and impressive. To be honest, not as cool as the Master Sword, but still cool anyway if you do not mind."

"Not at all." then the boy put the sword back in his scabbard.

"You know, I like you, Colin. We should hang out together sometime."

"Yeah, we should. And I like you too."

"Good."

"Say, you want to see something cool?"

"Sure, what's that?" then Colin took out the shadow crystal Midna gave him back in Hyrule and transformed into his wolf cub form. Pip was really surprised and amazed by it. "Wow, that's awesome! you're like a.... a werewolf."

"Well, I don't know about a werewolf, but still."

"Definitely like Link, since he can transform into a wolf too." Pip admired.

"Hmm-mm." then he transformed back into his human self.

"Colin! Oh, there you are." It was Link running up to the boy.  he panted as he was saying "I'm done with the animals in the cottage, so we can spend some time together now." then he noticed the colt. "Oh hello, Pip. I see you met Colin."

"Yeah I did. He is really cool."

"Good."

"Can I hang out with him some time, Link?"

"Of course you can, buddy." then he looked at Lyra and Bon Bon. "How was he? did you have fun together?"

"Yep we had a lot of fun, Link." Lyra replied to him.

"Yeah, he is such a bundle of joy." then they both hugged him

"Good. Alright, Colin, let's go back to the cottage."

"Okay, see you guys, later."

"Bye, Colin."

then the boy went back to the cottage with Link.





The Next day

Link and Colin were out on a little walk with all Fluttershy on this fine morning in Ponyville. "So, what do you think we should do together?" Fluttershy asked curiously.

"Well, I think I should eat something. I can't do something while on an empty stomach eh?" 

they all laughed with him. "That's true. I'm feeling a little hungry too. My stomach is killing me." ht patted his belly and it growled loudly.

"Hang in there, Colin, we'll be at the cafe soon." then Link stopped for a minute and felt something was really wrong. He had a look of suspicion in his face and felt something weird

"What's wrong, Link?" Colin asked, as he and Fluttershy noticed Link stopping.

"Wha? oh, nothing. I just felt.... I just felt something weird, like something wrong." he replied. Then he probably nodded his head "Ah, it's probably nothing." then he continued forward to the cafe.

When they all came there, the other pony gang was present, including Big Mac, the crusaders, and Pip. Lyra and Bon Bon were just sitting alone with eachother, probably not apart of this little hangout that Twilight and her best friends were in.

"Ah, Colin, Link, Fluttershy, hello." Twilight called out. "Come sit with us."

"Thanks, Twilight, but We would rather prefer if we would just sit in a different table. Looks a little crowded where you are all sitting."

"Okay, that's fine." then Link felt that eerie presence again. "I just felt it again." he said to himself

"Felt what?" Fluttershy asked, hearing what he was saying.

"That.... presence. I'll be right with you guys, i... I just want to see what is going on here." then he walked away from the others, who are looking concerned for him.

"What's wrong with Link?" asked Applebloom

"I don't know little sister. I wish I knew." Applejack replied to her sibling.

Down the road, not far from the cafe, Link heard a rustling noise and looked at the direction. "Hmm. He was about to take out his weapons because he felt like he was being stalked.

Then, out of nowhere, he heard a loud roar that sounded like a leopard, jaguar, or even a cougar from above. He did a backflip and took out his sword and shield. It was a dinolfos, then from behind him, two barrels broke open and it revealed two smaller lizalfos. one of them didn't have any special armor while the other had an eland, or goat skull on his head

the others saw what was happening and went up to see what the commotion was all about. "What the hay are those guys?" said Rainbow. "Lizards?"

"they do look like lizards." said Rarity. "Really brutish lizards, ugh."

"Don't look fooled y'all, they look really menacing." said Applejack

"Yeah, just take a look at their swords and their tails, they have axes on them." Rainbow added. "Let's go get them, guys." she cracked her wings and was just about ready to take them out, but was stopped by Twilight.

"No! Link can handle this

"SSSSSo we find you here." said the dinolfos in a deep, raspy, menacing voice.

"What the hell are you guys doing here?!" Link demanded

"You caussssed us a lot of grief when you killed Lord Ganondorf, our glorious ruler." the largest lizard monster said

"Yessss, you did." one of the smaller lizalfos said in a higher raspy voice.

"Now we have found you, and we will finissssh you like you did to our king."

Then in the back, their was another leopard roar, and it was something from the sky. An Aeralfos swooped down on Link, but it missed as the Hylian side-rolled.

"Don't forget about me." the aerial beast said. It's voice was a little lower than the other two enemies, but not as deep as the Dinolfos. "You know what we want."

"Just me?"

"Yesss. Now you will sssufer." the Dinolfos said. he drew out his shield and hand ax at him, ready to fight. Then Colin ran up and drew his sword and shield, standing right beside Link as one. 

"Colin, wait!" said Pinkie

"Don't worry, Pinkie. I think he knows what he's doing." said Twilight. They all looked worried at the boy since he was way smaller than these three monsters.

"You'll have to kill me!" Colin shouted

"Well, isssn't that niccce?" said the monster mockingly. "The little brother hasss come to hisss aid."

"We're not brothers!" said the two Hylians, really tired of hearing that.

"Whatever." said the Lizalfos without the bone helmet

"Now, we will show you the meaning of pain." the one with the helmet finished. The aeralfos swooped down on Link, but did another side roll, dodging the attack again. Colin also sidestepped out of the way before the winged lizard creature can finish him.



Link clashed with the leader and dodged a large amount of blows that the Dinolfos could inflict on. The lizalfos with the helmet was also fighting Link one against two.

Colin was fighting the helmetless one and swung his Ordon sword at him a number of times. 

"Not bad, boy." said the monster, but can you dodge thisss?" then he leaped into the air to his backside, and tried to strike him with his ax-like tail, but Colin rolled out of the way, and blocked the second attack with his shield.

"Take this!" he a strike against the beasts' stomach and he fell to the ground, but then he got back up. Meanwhile what the boy didn't notice was that the Aeralfos was targeting him from above. he swooped down once more, but then felt something hard pushing against his side. Rainbow, and Fluttershty punched him and knocked him to the ground. it slowly got up, panting and grunting.

"How dare you!" the flying beast said threateningly. 

"How dare YOU try to attack our friends!" Fluttershy shouted at it.

"Yeah, that is so not cool!" Rainbow added.

then Twilight, Spike, and the others stepped in to join the fight. "No, guys!" Link shouted. "These guys are armed."

"Don't worry, Link. We'll be fine." Twilight said.

Colin continued swinging his sword at the lizalfos and dodged many lunges and attacks as possible from it. It was quite an interesting grudge match between the two fighters. They both held their swords against one another and glared at eachother. Just then, when Colin and the beast took their swords off, Colin bashed his shield against him, stunning him, and then did the helm splitter on him, killing it instantly as the monster did one last leopard growl then vanished into black dust.

"Nice going Colin!" Link cheered while he was fighting the other monsters

"Yeah, that was awesome." said Rainbow as she and her friends were battling the aeralfos.

"Very wonderful!" Fluttershy cheered

The aeralfos swung his large saber at her but missed then Twilight punched it with her hoof. Another Punch was inflicted by Fluttershy, and then was kicked by Applejack. The force of the kick was strong that it knocked the aeralfos' helmet off of his head. Now the flying beast was raging mad.

Link fired his ball and chain on the Dinolfos and knocked it unconscious, and then killed the helmeted lizalfos then it turned to black dust. He went to the fight with the aeralfos and brought out his clawshots. he fired one at the monster, but to no avail, while it worked when he fired the second one at his shield, grounding it. Pinkie then came on his back out of nowhere and said "Hi!"

the monster tried to grab her from his back, but disappeared to his wing out of nowhere

"Hi again!" she said . the beast was becoming frustrated and tried to grab her time and time again, but always failed. Finally, Pinkie decided to have her fun and stopped playing her whack-a-Pinkie game with him.

"You little pesssst!" he said angrily.

"Think fast!" Link shouted. He had his bow and arrow in his hands and fired at it's eye, making him howl in pain. Then Rarity kicked him in the face for him to knock it on the ground.

"Take that you filthy scoundrel!" Rarity exclaimed. 

"Now Link!" Applejack exclaimed

"Right." then Link did the finishing blow on him, killing the beast. However, the battle was not over yet. The dinolfos regained consciousness and got back to his feet.

"Now you will ssssee Hell!" it exclaimed. Link and the leader clashed once more, then Link felt his face smashed by the shield and the monster swooped his ax at him, knocking him to the ground.

"Link!" they all exclaimed in horror.

"Now to finisssh the job." he was about to stab him with his ax tail, but then felt himself being pushed backwards by Lyra and Bon Bon.

Link got up and then finished the beast with the ending blow, ending the battle. Everypony cheered for him as he had won yet again. They all cheered for Twilight, her friends, and Colin as well.

"Colin, you did great!" Link said.

"Thanks, you too. Oh, and you guys did goo too. Thank you for helping us."

"Of course. What are friends for?" said Spike. "But.... what were those things and.... how did they get here?"

"The two small ones were called Lizalfos, their leader was called a Dinolfos, and the winged one was called an Aeralfos. And, I don't know." said Link. "I really hope the princess find a solution to this. I'm starting to get a little worried about this vision."

"So are we." said Fluttershy.

"Well, don't worry about it too much. Whatever monster comes next, Link can take care of them no problem." said Rainbow proudly.

"Right!" they all exclaimed.
> Chrysalis meets the Hero (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Link and Colin were practicing their swordplay near Fluttershy's cottage. Ever since that incident with the Lizalfos and Aeralfos, led by the Dinolfos, have been practicing more harder than before. They have been trying to be more prepared for anything that might be a little more tougher than those enemies ever since. Considering what just happened, Link was growing more weary and more worried about what is going on, and with those visions he was having before with those "Changeling" creatures that Twilight and her friends told him about, considering what just happened.

"You're doing good, Colin." Link said.

"Thanks." he replied. Then the boy did a very powerful spin attack that went a little faster, and spun more than once. Thanks to that, he felt dizzy. He then fell to the ground after he lost grip of his sword and shield.

"You okay, Colin?" 

"yeah." the boy nodded his head regaining his senses. "I'm fine." then his brother figure pulled him off the ground. "Just been training a little harder than ever with you."

"Yeah, me too."

"So, what's going to happen next? a swarm of Guays? or kargoroks terrorizing this place?"

"I don't know. That's why we are doing this, right?"

"Right."

"I honestly do not know what to expect next. But, I know for sure, is that, you will be with me if any more monsters will come back for me. It will be us against the world."

Colin smiled. "Yeah. you're right. We can fight anything that can come at us."

"That's the spirit, but I don't know if you would take on someone like Ganondorf.""

"I know, but still."

"Link, Colin." said Fluttershy, who was walking up to them when she stepped outside the cottage. "I'm going for a little shopping for food for all the animals, and I was wondering if you would like to come with me."

"Yeah, sure." said Link

"Of course." said Colin.

Fluttershy smiled "Good". Inside here, the truth was she wanted them both to come along because she wants a little.... protection from anymore monsters or enemies that could appear out of nowhere. She really hated to see Colin get hurt and kind of felt bad for herself for asking a boy his age that. Of course he has no problem, but it still feels wrong to her, but since Link was with him, it would feel more alright for the child and herself.

"Come on, Colin," Link said.

Then the bit followed him and the yellow pegasus back to Ponyville. It was serene and a peaceful walk down the dirt road. It reminded Link of walking down a path through the lost woods, except that tricky little Skull Kid isn't trying to mess with him of course.

"So, Fluttershy, you okay?" Link asked her curiously

"Yes. Why?"

"Well, we just had that little... Affair with the monsters we just fought back there, and I was worried that it might have scared you and the others too much."

"Oh, I'm fine. Don't worry about me." Fluttershy replied. 

"Good." They all continued looking at their surroundings in different directions. Indeed, Fluttershy did feel more comfortable with the two Hylians accompanying her down Ponyville. When they arrived at the town at last, they looked around the place for anything that might have the items they are looking for.

"Oh, there's the pet store." Fluttershy noticed. Then they all went in and got as much feed ad they can find for the animals inside and outside the cottage. 

"Fluttershy, hello." Said a voice. It was Twilight. There was only Spike with her, riding on her back, and no one else.

"Hello, Twilight, hello Spike"

"We just wanted to say hello." Twilight stated.

"Hey Link, Colin." Spike greeted. 

"Hi Spike." They both replied to her.

"So, Twilight, do you think that lizalfos attack earlier might have something to do with the visions I am having?"

"With the changelings? We are not really sure. It could mean something, but still."

"Right."

"How is the town doing after those lizard monsters attacked?" Fluttershy asked

"It's actually pulling through quite nicely. Thanks to Link and Colin here. Everypony feels way more better with you two protecting us."

"They definitely are making Ponyville feel a lot safer." Spike added.

"Oh yes, definitely."

"So, what are you up to this morning?"

"Well, I'm shopping for food for my animal friends."

"Ah. I'm just on my way to Rainbow Dash's house to return one of my books that she borrowed from me."

"that's good." Fluttershy smiled.

"So, how is your training going with you and Colin?" Twilight asked Link

"Doing good as usual. We've been training a little more harder since the Lizalfos posse came to town and tried to kill me for killing Ganondorf. So, just in case some a darknut or a redead, or a stalfos comes to town, we felt like we should be more prepared

"What kind of monsters are they?" asked Spike

"It's a long story." Link said. "They are way tougher than the enemies I have face before. Well, the Dinolfos, the leader of the monsters earlier, was also kind of difficult since he is.... you know... the leader."

"That makes sense." Twilight agreed.

"Well, we might as well be going now. See you soon, my friends."

"See you soon."

"Bye Fluttershy, Link, Colin." Spike said.

the two humans waved at them bye and they followed Fluttershy back down the road to her cottage.

"Don't worry, Fluttershy, as long as we are here, we will make sure that nothing bad will come here. If it is Chrysalis and her demonic insect cronies, we'll take down every last one of them."

Fluttershy smiled.

"Oh come now, boy." said an echo out of nowhere. "let's not skip to conclusions or create such accusations." then in a green blob of fire, there was was the devil herself.

Everypony in the town saw and many of them cowered and screamed without thinking about one thing. many of them hid in their houses, crates, and barrels while some were even too scared to do anything, that they were to paralyzed. Link of course, drew out his weapons, and Colin followed. Twilight rushed in, and a few others came up to the group, ready to fight.

"What.... what are you?" asked Link

"I am Queen Chrysalis of the changelings, at your service." she remarked.

Then a loud of magic appeared out of nowhere, and there was Discord in Midair, looking all enraged on the changeling queen. "Stand back, Fluttershy!" he said heroically. "I'll protect you!" then he snapped his finger, which conjured a set of white armor on himself, and a sword on his right hand."

"Oh, what the hell are you doing here, clown?" said Chrysalis in annoyance.

"I am beginning to ask you that myself, Chrisy." the master of chaos spitefully remarked at her.

"Yeah! what are you doing here, Chrysalis?!" said Twilight

"Coming for another butt-whooping?!" Rainbow said, clapping her hoofs together ready to fight her.

"Ah, princess Twilight. I heard so much about you becoming a princess and an Alicorn. Congratulations." the queen replied in a sly voice while clopping his hooves. "Now, please, I do not want to fight."

"Well you got one!" Rainbow tried to come after her, but was stopped by Rarity.

"Why are you here?" Applejack demanded

"And no trickery." Rarity added.

"Oh of course. I am here because I wanted to meet this.... hero from another world in the flesh."

Link was a little confused.

"Ah." Chrysalis noticed Colin. "And who is this adorable little boy?"

"Don't touch him!" Link said.

"Oh tut tut. I promise you, I will not pull any tricks. Come, let me talk with you and your brother in private."

"We're not brothers!" they both said.

"Whatever. Come."

"No! don't listen to her, Link! you too, Colin." Fluttershy warned

"Yeah, it's a trick, and obvious trick to make us all lower our guard!" said Big Mac. "We should fight back and kick her out of town!"

"enough!" Link said. "We'll be fine." then he glared at the changeling queen again. "Okay. I suppose we will talk."

"I don't know, Link." Colin said very nervously. "What if she is planning something."

"I have the Master Sword, remember?"

"Oh yeah."

"Like they said though." Link stated firmly. "No tricks, or I will gut you like a Hylian loach!"

Chrysalis giggled. "Awfully quick to judgement." she remarked calmly. "Very well." she walked a little far from the group down a road, and the two suspiciously followed her

"So, what do you want to know?" Link asked.

"Well, like i said, I wanted to meet you in the flesh."

"Hm-mmm. Sure." Link was unconvinced, but was ready for anything that she might throw at him as a weapon. "So, talk. I keep having these visions about your changeling race, and it involved my arch-nemesis who I just killed months ago back home in Hyrule: Ganondorf. Now, what are you up to?"

"I am not up o anything." she replied. "

"Well then why does he have visions about you?" Colin asked

"I do not know my dear. Your friend should tell me that himself."

"I have a name you know. The name is Link."

"Colin." the boy said flatly.

Well Link, and Colin, I can assure you I do not have the slightest idea about what you are talking about. I never even head of this Ganondorf."

"It's not just that. It involves princess Celestia and a group of her soldiers. They were reported missing in the badlands, close to YOUR home," he clarified. "Did you have anything to do with these disappearances?"

"Oh why does everypony accuse me of such an act?"

"Because it was near your home."

"yes, it was near my beautiful hive where my children and I live in, but We had nothing to do with it. Besides, I was in a meeting with princess Celestia, Luna, Cadence, and Shining Armor. Not to mention that foolish creature named Discord."

"I heard that!" the master of chaos called out.

Chrysalis just nodded her head and rolled her eyes in annoyance. "Anywho, I told them I had nothing to do with it. I even volunteered to be apart of the search party for those lost poor soldiers."

"Well... If Celestia did put you on patrol for anything suspicious."

"I suppose if Celestia an Luna did put you on patrol, then I suppose it might be true."

"I hate to admit it, Colin, but you might be right." Link said. "Well, I suppose I could let you off the hook, but I promise you, if it was you and your 'children' disturbing the peace, and if my visions are true about you, then I will take you down." he pointed the master sword at her head in a threatening way.

Chrysalis just smiled and gently moved the sword down from her face. "I promise you. Me and my race have nothing to do with this little incident."

"We'll see about that. for now, I reserve judgement."

"Good. I might as well be on my way now. Nice meeting you Link, and the same with you, Colin. Oh I swear, I could just squish your adorable cheeks with my hooves right now."

"please don't" Colin said, readying himself for what might happen.

"Don't worry, sweetie. I promise you, I am not the kind of pony you think I am. Anyway, I will see you soon hopefully."

"Yeah, i look forward to it." the Hylian replied sarcastically. Then Chrysalis disappeared out of thin air from her magic and was gone. His friends went to check on him.

"Are you boys okay?" Fluttershy asked

"Yeah. We're fine."

"So what did she want from you?" Rarity asked

"She said she wanted to meet me and Colin, but I have a feeling that something is fishy going on here."

"You mean this sushi here?" asked Pinkie, holding up a plate that looks like a Japanese dish of some fish.

"Uh, no." Link said

"Oh."

"I'm with you, Link." said Discord. "We need to get to the bottom of this. We really want to know what Chrysalis is planning in reality under her little carapace."

"He's right." said Twilight. "We'll have to see what will happen. Maybe Celestia and Luna might know what to do."

"Right. meantime, why don't we just wait for anything that might happen next just in case." Colin suggested

"Good idea, Colin." said Lyra

"Yeah, what she said." said Bon Bon.

"Well, I think we should just not worry about it too much and focus at the matter at hand." Link added

"Right!"

then they all went back to their own businesses, whatever that may be. Many of the inhabitants came out of hiding and felt relieved that Chrysalis was gone at last. They all did their own things that they liked, and the town felt normal again.




> Trouble Brewing (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Link was sitting on a stump in the middle of a plain, looking at his surroundings and hearing the sounds of nature, such as birds chirping and or cawing for some species. He could not stop thinking about him and Colin first meeting Chrysalis, the changeling queen herself. He did not know what to think of her, neither did the boy. Could he trust her? Or is she planning something behind the princess' back? He didn't know, but what he did know was that if she does try anything, he will end her and his evil changeling followed with his Master sword.

He thought of a way to ease all of this worrisome thinking, and pulled out the beautiful little harp that Lyra gave to him on his own "welcome to Equestria" party. He strummed really beautiful notes in a song. He never knew anything about playing the beauty of this instrument, yet he was already a master at it.

He begin strumming a few notes and found the right type of pitch for this song he was thinking about. The notes sounded more powerful after strumming many stings individually and more than one string He thought of a few good lyrics to suit it.  It took a little while to come up with the first lines, then he thought about himself and his life and how much he loved his homeland of Hyrule. In a very beautiful voice, he sang "Hyrule, I protect you from any evil ghoul. I call you my home that I am not afraid to roam. I am not afraid, even when I need immediate aid, for anyone I will help in need, and every animal on your soil, sky, and trees."

Then as he was playing, he noticed a few animals coming up to them, and they all... like his little song and lyrics? It consisted a few chipmunks, squirrels, skunks, badgers, foxes, wolves, and some deer. He felt flattered that he has am audience to hear his performance, and continued playing for them in their request.  Jr stopped for a minute and the animals in front of him just continued standing there and waited for him to play some more 

He took a little breath and continued on "to Hyrule I sing, for the land and my king. The Triforce of courage is my guide, and I shall defend all in need, with the Master sword by my side." Then the animals applauded for him, and the birds chirped happily. He wanted their opinions so he turned into his wolf form, he startled them a little, but the other animals realized that he just turned into a regular animal. Now he can talk to them.

"That was truly amazing!" a foxed cheered on.

"Truly inspiring." said a beaver with juicy mouth.

"Did you come up with that yourself?" a female wolf asked him

Link shrugged, pawing his foot at the ground"Well.... as a matter of fact.... I did. I mean, this is the second time I ever played a harp before in my life. A friend of mine gave it to me during a welcome to Equestria party for me."

Then a large stag stepped up to reply "you sir are a really gifted and talented bard."

"Oh, I don't know if I'm a bard." Link modestly said. "I would call it luck if you would ask me."

"Don't be silly." Said a larger male wolf. "You should really perform more to us. We really want to know it's further beauty."

"Link!" A voice called. He looked back and the animals kind of scurried around, feeling a little spooked. It was Colin, checking on him. "That was so beautiful." He said

"You heard my song?" Link asked surprisingly

The boy nodded a yes a little rapidly. "That was so amazing. Those lyrics, they fit you perfectly. I didn't know you played the harp."

"Me neither. Lyra gave this to me as a gift and only started playing this for a while."

"Is there anything you can't do?"

The hero blushed "ah, well." Then he turned back to his human form.

"By the way, why did you turn into a wolf all of a sudden?"

"Oh, I was playing for these animals here and i wanted know how they liked it." He answered, pointing to the creatures looking curiously at the two. Some of them like the foxes, bobcats, and wolves came up to both of them and licked their legs and boots.

"That tickles." Colin laughed from the feels from the tongue. 

"What do you know, they like you." Link said

The boy turned into his wolf pup form to talk to them for himself. Some of the other animals were surprised by this. "Another wolf hybrid?" Said a skunk

"He's got a brother." Said a finch

"Well, I'm not his brother. I'm like a brother to him, and we are just really good friends."

"Oh. Well you two look very much alike."

"Well that's true. So you all liked Link's performance?"

"Oh yeah. We do." Said another male wolf. 

"Link hmm? That is a rather peculiar name." A black bear said.

"I know. It's a cool name."

Then Link turned back to his wolf form again, wanting to k ow what they were saying to eachother.

"Link, can you please play another song? We really want to hear more." Said the female wolf from before.

"I know you all liked it, but now I don't think it's a good time to do it?"

"Why not?" Asked a chipmunk

"It's complicated. To shorten things out, I came to this land to stop an unknown evil and save Equestria. For who you ask, I really don't know yet. Maybe when it's all over, I can perform more for you guys."

"Well, we do not like it." Said the stag. "But we understand your reasons."

"Just promise us you will play more songs for us on that harp. Please?" Said a blue jay

"Of course. I'll come back over here, and I can perform then."

"Okay, see you later. Come on guys." Said another fox. Then the animals scattered in many different directions, and the two were alone, changing back to their human forms.

"Well that was.... Random." Colin said

"Yeah, but I liked it." Then he looked at his little horse whistle after he took it out his pouch. It reminded him of Epona, who was probably worried sick about him back in Hyrule. "I miss Epona. If only she was here, so she will be happy to see me."

"We'll get back to her, Link. Epona is a really patient and understanding horse. I'm pretty sure Ilia is taking good care of him."

"I suppose." He thought of it for a moment and decided go play the whistle again, just to let it out. He heard for any response, and just as he suspected, nothing. "Well, let's go back home and get back to Fluttershy." He said sadly

"Okay" as the two were walking back, they heard a light galloping from afar.

"Link!" Called a female voice. "I'm coming, Link!" The looked and it was Epona. However, they noticed something a little.... Different about her. She had had shrunken greatly with the top of her head being at the height of Link's elbow a little. She still had her little cuffs of her around her feet, and the long striped nose on her head, but looked more adorable and her face had more emotion, and looked like pony mares face with a smile. Her body looked just the same, except she had a cutie mark with the Triforce on her flanks, with a few musical notes. Above all, she had no saddle on her back

"Epona?" Link and Colin said in disbelief with their jaws dropping on the floor

"What? What is it?" The way she talked was like a beautiful woman with a cowgirl accent, a little deeper then Zelda and Midna.

"You... Changed." Link answered. "You kind of changed a little bit."

"Oh that? Yeah, I kinda look a little, ridiculous now. And I am tiny now." She bowed her head in shame a little. "How can I carry you on my back now? You'll surely crush me in this state"

"Oh, Epona." Link said on a comforting voice as he bent down and put his hand on her neck, stroking her mane downwards. "Don't be sad. We'll get out of this."

"You think so?" She asked

"Of course. We are here for a reason."

"Wait? Is there some evil in this world?" 

"Yes, but we don't know for sure yet." Link replied. "The dominant race in this world are-"

"I know. Ponies. In fact I met a couple of them a while back."

"Really? How long have you been here?" 

"One full day. A couple of stallions from uhh... Appleloosa named Braeburn and Sheriff Silver Star had sheltered me for the last 24 hours."

"Wow. And you left them?"

"Well yeah. Nothing personal. I told them I was looking for a friend, which is you."

"Ah. Of course."

"Oh and Colin, you're here too. I almost forgot about you." Then she looked at him c,Lesley, and nuzzled his torso. "And, you like just like Link."

"Yeah, it's a long story. But, I think we should go to Ponyville."

"Ponyville?"

"Yeah, that's the town me and Link are staying for a little while."

"Oh. I understand. Where Link goes, I will follow."

"Good to have you back, Epona."

"Good to be back Link. I'll be ready for anymore monsters that might come at us. Oh, and uh, Colin, if you want I can give you a ride if you would to."

"Sure. I'll be gentle. I promise."

"I know you, will, baby doll." Then the boy got on her back, and was happy to be on top of her. 

"Well, I suppose we can go back now. Now that the gang is all here."

"Right!" They both said proudly. Then Epona, with Colin riding on her, walked next to Link and went down the road to town. The rider and his noble horse were reunited, even though Link cannot ride her at this stature. Nevertheless, they were happy to be together again.

***

In town, Many of the inhabitants looked at Epona, and never seen a beautiful mare like her before. "People are staring at me." she whispered to Link

"Don't worry, you're just new to town." Link then said to the whole crowd "She's a friend of mine from my home." Then many of them started to understand her appearance. Many of them murmured to their cohorts in fascination

"You don't have to worry about them." said Colin."These ponies are really nice. They will like you before you know it." Epona did have a feeling like that. Back in Appleloosa, she was already well liked by their inhabitants, so maybe she will be like in Ponyville too. So she went along with this.

"Ah, here's our friends." Link pointed to the mane six and Spike walking down a road on the other side of town. Then not before long, they noticed the three back. The two groups went up to one another, and the ponies and baby dragon were really happy to see them back

"Ooh, who's your friend, Link?" Said Rarity

"This... Is Epona." He replied

"That's her?" Said Twilight. "But she doesn't look like she can carry you for a ride."

"That's because I got turned into a pony like you all." She replied. "Ahh!" She stood on her hind,eggs in fright noticing Spike. "Monster!"

"Easy girl. Easy." Link soothed her. "That's just Spike. "He's just a baby dragon, and very nice."

"Yeah, don't be afraid of me." Spike said, gently stroking down her side. "I love ponies."

"Oh. Okay, I suppose."

"Yes, Spike is just a sweet little angel." Said Rarity. "Very lovable and adorable."

"Oh stop it, Rarity." Spike shrugged.

"Sorry."

"Spike hmm, that's a rather cute name." Said Epona. Then she gently rubbed his fins on his head. "I'm starting to like you already."

"Thanks."

"So how did you come here to Equestria?" Applejack asked

"It's a rather long, yet fascinating story." Epona replied. "To shorten it out, some magical force swirled around me, any then, poof! I got transported to Equestria"

"That's like how me and Colin got here."

"Yeah."

"How did you find him?" Asked Rainbow

"With the power of my horse whistle." Link said, showing him the instrument that reunited him with Epona.

"Oh now I remember." Said Fluttershy. "That song helps you call her in need, right?"

"That's right."

Then, Spike burped a little scroll out of his green fire. It could only mean one thing. "It's Princess Celestia and Luna."

"Here, let me see that." Said Twilight. Spike gave her the note and then read it. "She says she wants to see us, and you too Link."

"About what?"

"She thinks she might know what is going on with you and your visions, Link." Twilight replied. Link and Colin were surprised to hear that. Maybe they might find out what these visions might mean and why they came to Equestria

"That sounds like we might know of Chrysalis is behind everything all along." Fluttershy pointed out.

"Yeah, maybe we might kick her butt if she is behind this." Rainbow added, ready to fight her or any changelings if need be.

"Well, we might as well go to the castle and see what is really going on." Spike said

They all exclaimed "right" in unison. They all went off down the road to the train to Canterlot.





Colin and Epona were really amazed with this castle they were stepping foot inside. "This is amazing." The boy said.

"I know. This looks a little more nicer than Hyrule Castle." Epona added with equal amount of amusement as him

"So, ready to meet the rulers of Equestria, guys?" Link asked. "They would both love to meet you both."

"Yeah. I guess." The boy replied nervously

"Are you a little nervous about this, buddy?" Link asked him

"A little."

"Ah, don't worry. Like I said, she will like you guys."

"Yeah, she loves everypony in Equestria." Twilight added

Epona was more confident and said "Well, I'm not nervous. Let's go." Then they all went up a few staircases till they reached the tower. Colin still had so,e butterflies in his stomach, but he remembered he was braver than this.

"Well, this is it." Said Applejack. Then the double doors slowly went open with a large clang when they stopped 

They walked down the carpet and they stopped at the end of the hall. Link, the girls, and Spike bowed to the two Allicorns, who both smiled at their arrival here. The boy was stunned by their grace and Beauty. Never had he seen such beautiful creatures in his life. Colin realized that they were bowing to them and he did the same thing.

"Uh, Epona, I think you should do what we did." Said Fluttershy

"Oh yeah." And then Epona lowered herself to respect them.

"Link, welcome back to my castle." Celestia greeted,

"We have been expecting you here." Luna added.

The two allicorns walked from their thrones and looked at all of them kneeling down. "Oh, and what's your name, little one?"

The boy looked up at the princess smiling warmly at him from above. "Me?"

"Hmm-mmm."

"Colin." He replied. "My name is Colin."

Celestia looked at Link "Well Link, you never told us you had a little brother."

"He's not really my brother. We are like brothers." He replied

"Oh, my apologies."

"So, what brings you here to Equestria?" Luna added. "It's alright, you can stand up now."

Then the boy did what she said. "The same way Link came here, your majesties." Was all here replied in a quiet voice. "And what he said is true. He is like a brother to me, even though he isn't. He is one of the greatest friends I can ever have."

"That's wonderful, Colin." Celestia remarked. "Did he give you that sword and shield as well?"

"Yep. He trained me to use the way of the sword and shield and I'm really good at it."

"And he is quite a fast learner." Link added.

"That is brilliant." Said Luna "you're being careful with that blade, are you?"

"Of course. I know a sword is not a toy."

"Good. We are just looking out for you, sweetie." Celestia said kindly. Then she noticed Epona. "And who might you be?"

"My name is Epona. I came here from Hyrule and turned into a pony. I am Link's steed and best animal friend."

"Hmm. Nice to meet you, Epona." Luna remarked

"Thanks."

"So, about the matter at hoof. Twilight told me what happened recently in Ponyville when those lizard monsters try to deal away with you."

"Yeah. Lizalfos, led by a Dinolfos, and a winged aerolfos. They said they wanted revenge for killing Ganondorf, the evil wizard who threatened my home."

"Oh yes. Shining Armor and Cadence did tell me quite a lot about Ganondorf when you told them about him."

"Yeah, and then we fought back, defeating them." Colin stated

"That is good to hear, but I am afraid that it is far from over."

"She's right." Said Rainbow. "They might come back with stronger monsters to fight."

"Oh and anger this, Chrysalis met Link and Colin" Applejack pointed

The two princess' looked at eachother in surprise and worriment. "What did she want?" Luna asked curiously

"She... Just wanted to meet them." Fluttershy replied

"Hmm. Well, we are keeping an eye on her." Celestia reassured. "This is becoming more serious. We need to better prepare ourselves for anything that could happen next."

Luna said "Right, we will notify Discord, and the guards about this, and we can look into this more deeply."

Then without warning, a soldier came in yelling "princess! Princess!" He panted when he stopped.

"Captain Storm Snow. What is it?" Celestia asked

"A large, scary creature came and attacked me and my unit on the outskirts of the Everfree forest!" He exclaimed

They all gasped

Link then asked "What monster?"

"Some kind of.... Black knight type of figure." He replied. "We tried our best to fight him, but he was too strong. He's heading straight for Ponyville."

"Black knight? What a minute.... Darknut!"

"What is a darknut?" Asked Rainbow. 

"I'll tell you on the way."

"We'll be back your majesties." Twilight remarked. "We'll take care of this problem."

"Be careful Twilight. This rear sounds like somepony you should not truffle with."

"Yeah, darknuts are tough to fight. Come on." Then they all rushed out of the room and went back to the train to Ponyville before the darknut arrives.
> Rogue Knight (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

With help of one of Celestia's guards, Link and the others were shown the place of this darknut attack that just happen moments ago. It sounded like a challenge for the other small battalion, but it shouldn't be that much of a challenge for Link since he has defeated dozens before back in Hyrule.

"Is this the place, sir?" The Hylian asked.

"Yes." The escort replied. "Me and my fellow comrades were right here when that... thing came and ambushed us. What kind of a creature was that anyway?"

"A darknut. And.... I really don't know what they really are under that armor, but obviously a monster so dark and sinister."

"Hence the name Dark." Twilight agreed.

"Right." They all looked around and they couldn't find such an enemy anywhere."looks like he's gone or something.

"Hey you!" Said a voice. They all looked and it looked like the dog like mobsters that were attacking him on the first night he was teleported to Equestria. The four monsters in the posse had machetes with them while the wader was carrying a large two-bladed ax.

"The Diamond dogs? What are these dirty ruffians doing here?" Rarity said

"Wait, you recognize them?" Link asked

They all said yes to him. "These guys are a bunch of thieving dogs. Literally and figuratively." Applejack pointed

"How did you come across them?" Spike asked

"Well, it was the night I came here then guys like them popped out nowhere, demanding me my rupees, or they kill me. I didn't want anything ugly to happen, but they didn't give me any choice."

"Oh. That is completely understandable." Fluttershy said

"I'm pretty sure we can take these meatheads all at once." Rainbow gloated. She did a battle pose right next to Link

"Meatheads?" Said a diamond dog. "Now you will all suffer!"

"Easy troops, it's the freak we want." Said the leader

"He's no freak!" Spike said. "You guys are.

"Now you will all die." The leader concluded. They all yelled and charged at the battle-ready warriors Link was in.

Now, something just happened unexpectedly. Out of nowhere, a large, human-like figure jumped over them, ready to take them on. "Don't touch the young Hylian. He is mine." The man said nobly. Link and the others all realized that he was the darknut they had heard before they arrived.

"Hmm, get him boys!" The leader ordered. The dogs all charged at the knight and fought with all their might, but they were all thwarted like the man didn't even try. The leader fell to the ground and they all turned to black dust in a cloud of evil smoke.

The knight slowly turned around and got a glance at the hero of Twilight, Colin, and the others. He was in the same posture like Link and Colin were, except he was way bigger and giant than them of course. He was wearing golden armor with one Spike on his shoulder pads, and his helmet had two horns on it. He also had a sword and shield like Link did, but they looked a little more majestic and were gold instead of brownish-black. "That's- that's him!" The escort exclaimed in fear.

Colin stammered "Is I really the- the-?"

"A darknut." Link finished. "Yes. He readied his master sword and Hylian shield and was ready for a fight that will happen this time with no further interruptions.

"He's huge!" Pinkie exclaimed "there's no way you can take him!"

"Don't worry, Pinkie." Link said. "I will be just fine."

"Ah. The hero of Twilight is here." The knight said in a majestic voice. "I have been looking all over for you, you know?"

"I can see that. Let me guess you want revenge on me for what I did to your 'lord Ganondorf' I presume?"

"Oh no. I am a rogue. And, that demon king Ganondorf is not my lord, or my people's." The knight retorted

"What do you want then?" Fluttershy asked him

"I was just looking for the hero of course, and I want.... to ask for his help. And yours"

Link gave a confused look. "Our... help?"

"Well yes, but first I want to test my sword with yours, kid. No killing allowed and keep it clean."

"Why would I do that?" Link asked him demandingly

"Because I might have to.... cause havoc in that little adorable town." 

Twilight lmurted "What? You leave Ponyville out of this!"

"I cannot do that, little pony." The darknut explained. "I desperately need your help." He slightly bowed his head down in light remorse. "Me and my people are not what you think they are, Link"

"How do you know my name?"

"You're becoming quite famous around Hyrule since you were the one who freed it from the hands of Ganondorf himself.

Link did remember that everyone is calling him a hero for that deed and great things he has done. "Oh yeah. Well, how do I know this isn't a trick?"

"Yes, please don't let it be a trick." Fluttershy begged nervously.

"If it was a trick would I be standing here and not attacking you at all?"

The others were taken aback by what the knight said, and realized that he was right. "Good point." Said Fluttershy. "I suppose that is true."

"Alright. But no tricks, and no thinking about hurting my friends and Ponyville, or you will fall by the name of the master sword." Link warned. The knight wasn't scared by this one little bit.

The menacing looking brute just said "Hmph. You do have true courage within yourself young one. I like that."

"What are you guys anyway?" Colin asked out of nowhere. "Are you Hylians? or like Ganondorf? or what?"

The knight looked at the young boy. "Well, if you must know, I will show you what kind of 'monsters' you think we are." he said smugly. He held his helmet with a firm grasp with a clang sound heard from it, and slowly started taking it off. His head revealed to be a black dog-like monster with red eyes, and erect ears. 

Many of them were horrified by his appearance. Well, not all of them "Awesome!" said Rainbow Dash. Of course she would think that is really cool. Fluttershy became less scared because of his dog-like features. 

"I am Mathayus, leader of the dog-men race." he said.

"Well, Mathayus, shall we fight then?" Link asked him. "Because I would like to get this over with right now."

The creature chuckled. "Don't worry, I will make this quick."

Rights for this track go to Nintendo. 
He readied himself, as did the hero. They glared at eachother for a few long seconds. The creature put his helmet back on, and they clashed their swords.

"Get him Link!" Applejack said "Whoop his butt!"

"Show that guy who's boss!" Rainbow added

As they fought, this darknut was more difficult than the others he had face. Probably because he was the leader like he said. Link dodge many strikes from Mathayus as he stroke his sword on the grass many times.

The Hylian did a helm splitter and knocked his helmet out in midair. Mathayus snarled and did a wolf growl as he swung his sword with great ease, knocking Link's shield off from his hand. He was about to decapitate Link, the hero made a backflip and jump attacked him, making the monster stagger.

Unlike the other darknuts he had face however, an armor piece did not come off of him.

The others cheered him on anyway. "Nice going Link!" Fluttershy cheered

"Go Link!" Twilight added

"Rather touching you have good friends for support." Mathayus said. "No matter, I will defeat you anyway." He charged at the hero again and clashed his sword with Link's. The hero struck blades with him dozens of times and then he parried the beast and side-jumped, doing a back slice, making the creature stagger again

"had enough?" Link said

"Oh no. I'm just getting warmed up." Mathayus retorted. Link made two backflips and recovered his Hylian shield. Ready to use it against any blows again.

The hero charged at him and bash his shield at the darknut, trying to push him down, but alas, the large dog-like monster was too big for him to move. Mathayus pushed Link down with great force. The hero got back up and pulled out his large ball and chain. He swung the chain with great speed and aimed it at the darknut. The beast was successfully knocked out by the impact and fell to the ground. 

The hero put his ball and chain back in magic pouch and pulled out his two primary weapons once again. The others cheered him on again.

"Way to hit him, Link!" Spike cheered.

"No bad." Mathayus said, getting back up. "Pretty crafty, but let's just settle this with our blades."

"Very well." They both charged and swung their sword on many different directions as they were clashing nonstop. Finally, Link did four slashes across him with great force, and then the creature fell to his knees.

The others cheered for Link went up to congratulate him for his amazing performance and determination. Mathayus panted, already exhausted 

"Link. You did wonderful." Said Fluttershy.

"Well, i suppose the goddesses were right to chose you as the hero of legend." The darknut said. "Well done."

"Uh, thanks I guess?"

"Now, will you all please hear me out?"

The others looked at one another, glancing. "How do we know it is not a trick to sneak on Link then smite him?" Rarity said suspiciously 

"I promise, by the code of the knights, I will not harm him, or any one of you. Link has won fair and square against me."

"Well, i suppose I might as well try and hear what you have to say. Now, why were you looking for me? And what kind of help are you talking about?" Link asked the creature.

Mathayus cleared his throat. "I probably know what you are all thinking, you are thinking that I am evil because of how I look. I can promise you that I am not. I know chivalry and mercy as much as any knight or paladin. He got back up on his legs. 

"Then why do you attack my comrades a little while ago?" The escort asked

"Forgive me for doing that, but they did not give me any choice. They refused to listen to me. Now, our people have always been hated, cast off, and always looked down as lower class creatures."

Some remorse were already building up on Link, Colin and the others. Of course, Fluttershy was the one who has the most sympathy for them.

"I have came to ask for the assistance from the king of Hyrule, but he denied everything we wanted, and he sent us to Snowpeak in exilement. Then, that was when we met Ganondorf. I was foolish to accept the offer he was given me and my people. He promised that if we served him, we can have the freedom we deserve, and rule Hyrule with peace together."

"And then he betrayed you... right?" Colin asked

"Yes. That is right. He brainwashed me and my fellow troops to serve him against our free will. After you killed him, Link, we felt the spell broken, and then we were free from that double crosser. I figured that now would be a perfect chance to ask the assistance of Princess Zelda for her help, but then, I was suddenly transported here to this strange land. All I am asking is your help make peace with my race, and the other races of Hyrule that look down upon us as monsters.

Pinkie had tears escaping her eyes "That's the saddest story ever!" She sobbed

"I... I had no idea you felt this way." Twilight said. "We didn't know that you were all treated like this."

"I know. You poor thing." Said Fluttershy. She went over to Mathayus for comfort and placed her hoof on his back as she was hovering in midair.

"I still don't know about this." Said Rainbow. "How do I know we can trust you?"

Mathayus replied by saying "if you didn't trust me, you wouldn't be alive."

"Good point." Said Spike.

"Well, perhaps I can help you out, but right now we got bigger problems. You see, I have these visions of these.... changelings lately, that are going to invade Hyrule if we do not stop them, along with Equestria."

This sounded very peculiar to peculiar to Mathayus. "That definitely sounds like trouble brewing." He said. "Perhaps I can be of service to you. Please, I am begging you, Link. I need you to help me, my race depends on you. I want to show you that we are a very proud and trustworthy and friendly race that can work well for the princess and all of Hyrule."

Fluttershy, Rainbow, Link, and the others huddled together. "He sounds like he is telling the truth." Applejack said

"How would you know that?" Epona asked

"I have a sense that can let me know if somepony is lying or not. I am the element of honesty, you know."

Epona was a little confused, but she said "well, whatever you say,but I don't know about this. I still have this feeling in my stomach not to trust him."

"I say we should." Fluttershy said. "He does nit sound like a really bad guy. He just needs to be accepted with all his kin."

"That is true." Said Twilight. Besides, I am getting a little curious about him and the dog-men race of his."

"Always being a researcher, eh Twilight?" Spike joked lightly

"Come on, Spike." Said Rainbow. "Let's be serious about this. I don't know if I can trust him either, but he can be some help with this problem going on.

"Okay, it's official. Let's tell him" said Twilight. They all separated and they looked at the creature again. "Alright, Mathayus. "That's your name, right?"

"Yes."

"Right, I suppose you can come along with us."

"But don't even think of trying to hurt anypony around here, or you'll be sorry." Rainbow warned, smacking her hooves three times.

"Very well. I promise you that I will not commit such acts. You all have my word as a true knight of honor" 

"Okay. You may be with us, but you are being watched. So please be willing to help us like you say you will and maybe I will help you with you and your people." Link remarked

Mathayus smiled. "Perfect. I thank you. Mighty hero." Then he bowed to him in respect.

"Wonderful. Well we should probably tell the Princess' that we already taken care of the problem now." Fluttershy said gladly. "I think you should meet them Mathayus."

"And apologize t those soldiers you just attack that I was with." The escort added

"Very well." 

"Okay, let us be on our way then." Link said happily. They all followed the mane six back to the castle, but even though they and the darknuts are on friendlier terms, they are still a little cautious and weary of this rogue knight. Can they trust this Mathayus? Or not?



> Mathayus (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Back in the castle, Link, Colin. And their friends were about to enter the throne room, who were with the darknut leader Mathayus, who was a little nervous because he knows that Celestia and Luna could blast him off through the window with their magic if given the chance.

"Are you ready, Mathayus?" Link asked

"Yes. I will accept whatever consequences they might gave me as well." The darknut replied. Then the throne room doors opened once again. The princess' were happy to see them back and supposedly bringing the dog-headed knight to justice. They were also a little weary and worried that he would try and hurt them because he is not in cuffs.

"Your majesties, we have returned." Link said. "The darknut is no longer a threat to your guards and no one else."

"Perfect. Thank you all." Celestia said warmly.

"Always happy to help, your majesties." Rainbow boldly remarked.

Mathayus was the only one who was not bowing to them in respect.

"What he was doing wasn't to cause any problems." Twilight explained. "He has come to ask for Link's help."

Celestia and Luna were a little mortified by this, but nevertheless, they were more than eager to know what he wanted. "What is your name, rogue knight?" Luna stated flatly

"My name is Mathayus, the leader of all darknuts across Hyrule. And indeed, I seek the aid of the Hero of Hyrule himself." Then He bowed to them in respect. "Forgive me for causing a ruckus with your guards, for they saw me as a threat, and I was only trying to defend myself, not to kill them with blood staining on my mighty sword."

The last part he said kind of scared Twilight and his friends, especially the scout who told them about him in the first place. Nevertheless, they understood his intentions.

"Very well." Celestia warmly stated. "You are forgiven."

The creature mad a mild smile. "Thank you your majesties." He humbly replied. He stood back up, tall. Mathayus felt rather proud of himself and lucky that he did not get thrown in the dungeon for 20 to life.

The others with him followed. "Well, looks like you're off the hook my cool looking friend." Rainbow remarked.

"Indeed. But if there is anything I can do to make it up to all of you, I will be more than honored to."

"No, that's quite alright. I'm sure you spending time with Link, Colin, along with Twilight and her friends will be punishment enough. What do you think, princess Twilight?"

"I think you're right, princess." Twilight said happily, then she looked at the darknut. 

"Well, I believe that this problem has been solved, now we must get back to our royal duties." Luna noted. "And Link, thank you."

"You're welcome, your majesty." Link smiled.

Then they all exited the room together, on the train back to Ponyville.





The group was happy to be back, of course this is the first time Mathayus has visited the peaceful town. "They seem a little weary. He noted. Indeed, many inhabitants looked at Mathayus like a creature like they have seen before.

"Don't worry about them. They will like you, darling." Rarity reassured.

"I suppose." Everypony was not probably as scared at the Dinolfos and his henchman came and try to attack him. They realized that maybe he is not an evil monster after all, mostly because he is not going berserk and trying not to eat or stab everypony.

"So Mathayus, Why don't we go into my cottage and talk about what is going on?" Fluttershy suggested nervously

"Good idea." Then et all walked to Fluttershy's home. They made themselves comfortable, as did Mathayus. "Now, what would you like to know?"

"Well, I have been having these.... Visions about these evil creatures called Changelings with their queen, Chrysalis. He next thing I pictured was Ganondorf with her." Link explained.

The darknut was really puzzled by this.

"So, do you know anything about it?" Colin asked

"No. I am afraid not, but it does sound rather peculiar." The creature thought of anything that could mean anything about this unusual visions. "Something is rather amiss. The Triforce of Power always keeps on resurrecting him from generation after generation after generation."

"Why would it even do that if it was supposed to be meant for good." Rainbow asked. "It doesn't make any sense."

"Absolutely, darling. That demon king should not be coming back time after time." Rarity agreed

"That's exactly what I wonder." Colin said.

"Moving on. Maybe the Triforce of power can resurrect him again. Did anyone ever tell you of the time when he was executed, he gained the power of the Triforce and killed the Water Sage?"

"Oh yes." Link said sadly. "But I don't get it, why would Ganondorf even be gifted with that power if he is pure evil?"

"I wish I knew." Mathayus said solemnly. "What I do know us that Ganondorf always keep coming back from one generation to another. That is what I have heard from working as his servant."

Everyone began to worry a little bit. "Well, do you think the changelings might be the problem?" Asked Applejack

"I know nothing of any changeling, or Crysalis. But it would sound like a definite trouble brewing. Have any of you looked into it yet?"

"Well, not yet." Twilight said nervously "we already asked Chrysalis if she was behind anything and the disappearance of a number of Celestia's guards that were on patrol in the badlands."

"She said she didn't do a tying, but I smell a rat inside her." Spike added

"And me and Link already met her not to long ago." Colin said

"Did you now?"

"Yes. She said she wanted to meet us in the flesh and take a look at us." Link clarified. "Buy Colin's right, something does smell fishy, like an Ordon catfish."

Mathayus was even more puzzled. "Well whatever it is, it is definitely the opposite of good."

"You think?" Said Pinkie

"I couldn't agree more." Fluttershy said. "It's becoming scary."

"Well don't you worry. I will help you all make sure this is taken care of. If it is this..... Chrysalis, then I will help you take her down."

"Good. I would love to pound that bug's face to a pulp." Rainbow toughly stated, bumping her hooves together.

"What if Ganondorf does come back?" Colin asked on a worried voice

"Ah, Colin. I don't think that might actually happen, but if he dies return, I will make sure he never tries to hurt or kill anyone ever again, I killed him once, and I can kill him again."

"Yeah, you go, Link!" Epona cheered.

"And for my people, you will help us with a better life than before, will you?" Mathayus reminded

"Of course. A Hero of legend like me always keeps his promises. And I will make sure that with my Master Sword, I will smite Ganon to the ground."

"Ah yes. The blade of evil's bane. I have heard of the sword's power to repel evil since I was a pup. It has such great and immense power"

"Should we prepare ourselves just on case?" Rainbow suggested "it's better safe than sorry to practice fighting changelings when Chrysalis and those bugs betray us."

"I suppose you're right." Twilight said. "We might as well train for any attacks." Twilight agreed with slight uncertainty. 

"Yes, I can take on any challenge that I could possibly take on." Mathayus said proudly. He pulled out his sword

"We will make sure that peace will always endure for all of Equestria and Hyrule!" Link said proudly

"Yeah!" They all said with swords and or hooves and one hand up in a pact. "For Hyrule, and Equestria!"

"So, what should we do next?" Colin asked curiously. Then it felt awkward. 

"Well, I think everything will be fine for now." Rarity remarked.

"Yeah, if any more of those bad guys from Hyrule come here, we can always count on Link and Colin to kick some bad guy butt." Rainbow said confidentially.

"What about me? I am an ally now, remember?" Mathayus said

"Oh yeah, right." Then they all had a good laugh. 

"Well, I think I should go get to work at Sweet Apple Acres and help with the chores around the farm." Applejack said

"Hey, Applejack, can I help you with it? I'm a good ranch hand, you know?"

"Really?" Fluttershy said. "You work on a farm?"

"A ranch is more like it. But yeah, I heard Ordon goats back into their barn when they need to be."

"That's mighty great. Of course you can help me out, Link." Applejack said happily. "We are always more than glad to have a few more helping hooves, I mean hands."

"Can I help you guys too?" Colin asked

"Of course. Help yourself, Sugarcube."

The boy smiled. "What about you, Mathayus? Would you like to help out?"

"No thank you. I need to meditate and focus with my mighty sword for anything that will come here in a hostile manner. Not only that, but I need to find more inner peace for myself."

"inner peace?" Twilight asked him

"Yes. I have remorse for joining that demon king in the first place. It will calm me from my inner wounds and help me find more peace to relax my muscles, for it's a tradition that me and my people have in our blood."

The others did not what to think of Mathayus.

"Well, okay, but please be careful while you do that." Fluttershy warned softly.

"Of course. I will be just fine, Fluttershy. Fear not, I will return in a little while to reunite with all of you. Twilight, do you think you can find me in a field not to far from here? And the same for you, Spike?"

"Of course Mathayus. With my wings, anything's possible."

Mathayus made a small smile. "Good." Then they all dispersed, except Fluttershy, who is the one who lives in cottage.





At the Badlands far from Ponyville and Canterlot

Chrysalis was looking around her hive, watching her children feeding off some dead animals, and smiled evilly

"Those fools." She said "they will never know what is going to hit them. Hahaha." Said the queen

"Did I miss anything my darling?" Said a male voice. "Has there been any problems with our enemies lately by any chance?" There was a human-like figure on the throne where the queen sit, and was smiling very wickedly 

"Oh no, sweetie pie." Chrysalis said. "Everything is according to plan."

Then an evil chuckle was heard "good. Soon, both Equestria and Hyrule will be all ours. We will rule as king and queen, and rejoice in our victory against the Hero of Light and Twilight himself for what he did to me for foiling my plans."

"I can hardly wait for it, my love," Chrysalis said sadistically

Then the figure began to laugh really evilly and Chrysalis followed. Things did not sound good, and Equestria and Hyrule might be in great danger.

The changeling queen then heard a voice that exclaimed "you will never get away with this, Changeling!" It was Thunder Hoof and his clan of soldiers from before, who were looking for any clues of Link's vision from before.

Chrysalis chuckled coldly. She placed her hoof under the captain's face. "Oh.  Yet I think we both know that we already did, Thunder Hoof."

"No!"

The man laughed evilly again. "Nothing can save you now, Stallion. With my beautiful new love, Equestria will all be mine. Hyrule will be begging on it's knees like this world will when I am through with it."

The captain tried to bite Chrysalis' hoof out of spite, but he missed his jaws for she removed it from his face just in time. "Come now, Thunder Hoof." She said mockingly. "This is no way to treat a lady like me."

"I have been told that, but you are no lady, you are a monster." Thunder Hoof remarked. He felt himself slapped across his face, like he was trying to do a belly flop in a pool without water.

"You will learn respect for a queen."

"And a king." The silhouette added

"Right you are, darling. Hahaha."
> Legendary Tale part 1 (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Rights for this song go to Nintendo


It was a nice day for being farmhands for Link and Colin in Sweet Apple Acres. They worked really happily together like they would sometimes do back in Ordon Ranch. Right now, they were helping Big Macintosh picking some apples. They were both working together on this apple picking for instance, Link would carry Colin on his shoulders do he can get apples in hard-to-reach places in the branches. 

"You boys are doing good." Said the red stallion. "Keep up the good work."

"Thanks." Link called out to him. "Almost there, Colin. Keep going."

"Almost there...... aha! Got it!" the boy got a rather large type of red apple, probably the biggest one i  this peculiar tree. 

"Wow, you got a bog one, Colin." Link said.

"Yeah, i know. Wait til Applejack sees this. Can you get me down, please?"

"Sure." Then Link crouched on the ground so Colin would get off of him. "great job, buddy."

"Thanks."

"Good job, guys." said Big Mac. "I'm impressed. You know, Applejack was right, you do have great experience with farming."

"Thanks, Big Mac." Link replied. "Always happy to help out friends."

"I'm glad." then Big Macintosh kicked the last apple tree with his mighty brute strength and all of the fruits came raining down on his twin baskets that he was carrying. "That takes care of that."

"So now, I think we should herd the sheep now."

"Right. You do remember how to herd, right?"

"Of course, even if I am not on Epona while doing it. Surely you remember how I handle Ordon goats on foot in the ranch, right?"

"Right." 

"Don't forget to take the apples back to the house, alright?"

"Don't worry, we won't. Then all three went back to the farmhouse with their baskets full of apples. After that was taken care of, Big Mac went with the two to help them with the sheep.

They all met with Applejack and her little sister Applebloom, along with their Australian shepherd, Winona, who were looking quite ready to do some sheep herding. "Ah, there y'all are." Applejack said

"Hi, Colin." said Applebloom. "How was the apple picking?"

"Fun."

"Y'all ready to help with the sheep?" Applejack asked.

Some of the sheep were rather annoyed with this, in fact, one of the ewes bleated "Oh here we go." under her breath.

"Yeah, we're ready." said Epona. "Me and Link heard Ordon goats all the time."

"Perfect." said Applejack. "Alright, let's get to it." then they all started to rally the sheep in the pasture and keep them all in check to lock up for the rest of the day.

"Come on, ha! Stay with them!" Link shouted to a few stragglers running off. "Stay with them, stay with them."

Winona was barking as she was chasing another small pair of stragglers with great ferocity and speed. Most of the sheep were already I side, except for one, who was just running past the gate. "Come on you, time to go back to your pen." Applejack pleaded. 

Colin then tried something out. "I got an idea." He said. Then he walked up to the lone sheep and said "can you please get back in the pen?"

"Oh finally." The sheep bleated. "Somepony who would say please for once. Okay, youngin', I'll go join the flock."

"Thanks." The boy smiled

Then the strangler went inside the gate at last. With Big Mac closing it

"Thanks, Colin." Applejack said. "You all did a good job today."

"Ah well, you know." Link flustered a little. "So, is there anything else we can do for you?"

"Hmmm, nope. I think we're all done here." Big Mac said.

"Wanna come in and have lunch with us?" Applebloom offered kindly

"No thank you. Me and Colin need to practice our sparring."

"Alright. Thank you so much for your helping us today. You saved us a lot of trouble with all that helpin' now we can have a longer day off."

"You're welcome, Applejack." Link said politely. "Come on, Colin, let's go." Then they both exited the farm.





A little later during the day when Link and Colin were practicing their sword fighting once more. Colin was getting even better and better with his father's own sword, and imagined how Rusl and Uli would be proud o him as ever

"Don't lose concentration, Colin." Link instructed. "A master swordsman must always be alert and look alive."

"Right, got it!" The boy replied with enthusiasm. He was dodging a few swings from Link sword and blocking several more coming at him. Of course Link wouldn't even dream of cutting his own friend that was like a brother to him like that, he just wants to keep his reflexes on check, and turns out they are.

Colin side-rolled out of the way to the left to try and strike him in the most painless way and Link retaliated by raising his sword just in time to block the strike.

"Good job, Colin. Very good job."

The boy smiled. "Thanks, Link."

"No problem. Say, let's take a little break, huh?"

"Yeah, my wrists are starting to get a little tired." Colin moved his hands around slowly to stretch them and not cramp.

"Here, have a green potion."

"Thanks."

When the boy drank it, he felt the stamina coming back to him in an instant. "Oh yeah, that hits the spot! Now I feel more than ready to fight monsters

Link chuckled "alright, alright. I think we both need to rest up for the day. I'm feeling a little worn out too."

"Oh. Alright. And I was starting to get a little bored after all."

"Okay. Come on, Colin." Then they both went back to Fluttershy's cottage. 

"So, Link, are you still worried that that evil mean Chrysalis might have so sing to do with your visions?" The boy asked him curiously

Well, I do have doubts about that bug pony, but we will have to wait and see what happens. If she does do any funny business, my master sword will take care of her and her changeling minions. With my ancestor's strength with me, I will do anything in my right to protect both Equestria and Hyrule."

"Your ancestor?" Colin asked

"Yeah. The Hero of Time himself."

The boy then made a gasp "he's your ancestor? Really?"

Link nodded a yes to him. In a sad, remorseful voice he said "but he wasn't remembered as a hero before he died."

"What? Why?"

"Well, it's a rather long, but amazing story."

"Do you think you can tell me about him?" Colin asked. And with his innocent looking face, he asked "please?"

Link chuckled. "Alright, alright. I suppose I can tell you when we get back to the cottage, okay?"

"Okay."

As they took a little short walk down the road through town, Lyra and Bon Bon were coming to up to see them again. "Hi, Link. Hi Colin." Lyra greeted

"Hello, Lyra."

"We were just wondering what you guys were doing." Bon Bon said.

"Well, we just got done training and helping with Sweet Apple Acres." The boy answered

"Oh, that's good. Where are you heading off to now?" Lyra asked

"Just back to Fluttershy's, why?"

"Just wanted to see if we can hang out with you guys, that's all."

"Sure, I don't mind. I was going to tell Colin of my ancestor, who was also a hero like me."

The friends both gasped with excitement and looked at eachother. "You have an ancestor that was like you?" Lyra asked

"More or less, but if you would like I can tell you when we get to Fluttershy's cottage.

"Sure, we would love to hear about him." Bon Bon replied with enthusiasm.

"Good." Now the two best friends followed Link and Colin to hear about the Hero of Time. By the time, the two got back, all of their new friends were back, including Big Mac with them. "Oh, hey, guys." Link greeted "what are you all doing here?"

"Oh well, Applejack and Big Mac came by and said how big of help you guys were today." Twilight clarified.

"Oh yes, they told us you did wonderful job at Sweet Apple Acres." Fluttershy added. "You did sound 
Ike you were good help to them

"Yep." Link stated as he and Colin flustered.

"I know. Well, Link was just going to tell me about his ancestor."

"Ancestor?" Rainbow asked

"Yep. He's the Hero of Time." Link said

They all looked in awe. Wondering if Link came from a bloodline of gifted swordsman like he was. Mathayus, who was sitting on the corner of the cottage wasn't really that excited for some reason. "Has he saved your home before?" Rarity asked

"He has, and a land called Termina" 

"Wow. That sounds amazing." Said Applejack. 

"I know. My curiosity is definitely rising." Twilight. "Do you mind if you can tell us about this... Hero of Time?"

"Sure. I suppose I can."

"Well, I have heard of some tales about the Hero of Time." Mathayus said modestly. "But.... Now I am starting to get Curious myself."

Link smiled. "Good. So, every mig as well make yourselves comfortable." They all sat in front of the chair, wi the fireplace behind them, giving Link the space he needs to narrate the tale of his ancestor. Of course Mathayus just stayed in the corner like a brooding loner, polishing his sword with a few of Fluttershy's animal friends with him for company. "So, my ancestor was also in Hyrule, except, my home was very different than the one me and a Colin live today. He lived on a place called the Kokiri Forest, with the Kokiri tribe.

"Kokiri?" Asked Pinkie Pie

"Yes. They were a race that looked like Hylians like me, except they stay as a kid forever. Sadly, they have been long extinct. I really don't know the reason for that, but that's not important. My ancestor was also named Link like me. Now, on that time, he was only a kid, seven years old to be exact, but he was a kid that embarked on a journey to save Hyrule from my fallen nemesis, Ganondorf."

"He was around back then?" Spike asked

"Yep. He was sealed for a long time, but then the Triforce of Power chose him again, and he came back, and that was when I defeated him. He had a fairy companion named Navi who helped him along the way on his adventures. He traveled all the way to the largest city in Hyrule: Castle town. Before he was chosen on this journey, he had a peculiar nightmare where he met Princess Zelda at his age, and of Ganondorf. He had to sneak inside Hyrule castle to meet her, and she told him how Ganondorf was a loyal helper to her father, the king, but she had a bad feeling that he is plotting a conspiracy against him."

"Did he?"

"Well, not yet, Pinkie, but we will get there. Now, Zelda told Link of the sacred realm that can only be opened by three spiritual stones and a sacred instrument called the Ocarina of Time. The three were the Kokiri Emerald, the Goron Ruby, and the Zora Sapphire. When he collected it from the Great Deku Tree, the Gorons, and the Zoras, he returned where he saw Zelda riding away with her servant, Impa to escape from Ganondorf, who was indeed, plotting a rebellion against the king."

They all, minus the darknut, gasped in shock.

"Ganondorf confronted Link, and he tried to take down the Gerudo king, but alas, Link was no match for the warlock. However, Zelda threw the Ocarina of Time in the moat around the city for Link to take. His only hope was to play the Song of Time and place the stones in a sacred temple that has been around forever called the Temple of Time. He succeeded. And there was the master sword. The same sword that I have with me." Then he unsheathed his blade again. "He pulled the sword out of it's resting pedestal and it suddenly transported him seven years on the future, where turned 17 like me."

"Wow." They all said in amazement.

"I know, right. Anywho, he was transported to the sacred realm where he met the light sage named Rauru, who told him that he was the Hero of Time. You see, there are six sages that help protect Hyrule and the sacred realm. Fire, water, light shadow, forest, and spirit. Link, now an adult went to look for the other remaining sages to help him defeat Ganon and Hyrule from destruction. When he got out of the temple, he saw the town was fully in shambles and a ghost town. It was overrun by redeads, a scary type of monster that looks like a zombie, but don't let that cool you, they are just made out of clay."

"Did they give Link any trouble?" Asked Twilight

"Not really, they are rather easy to kill for him. Oh wait, I forgot to mention something. On the way, he had help with a mysterious person named Sheik, who said he was the last member of the Sheikah tribe in Hyrule"

"What kind of a person is that?" asked Big Mac.

Link had a smile on his face. "You'll see. Now, before Link did all those thibgs, he got himself a horse with him. Her name was also Epona, and she lived in Lon Lon Ranch with a girl named Malon, and her father Talon. At that time, Talon's younger brother, Ingo, took over the ranch and was rather abusive. He was planning to gift Epona to Ganondorf, but Link got to her first by beating Ingo in a race. After that was done, he did bring Talon back, and the ranch was in order. Now back to the quest. He went to get the forest medallion and the sage for it was his lifelong friend, Saria. Next the Fire medallion, with the Gorin chief named Darunia, then the water medallion with Zora princess Ruto. Next there as the Shadow medallion,  with Impa, and finally, the Spirit medallion with a gerudo female named Nabooru. When he collected all of the medallions, Sheik revealed to be Princess Zelda in disguise"

"What??" They all exclaimed.

"Yep. She said she was trying to protect her identity from Ganondorf,  but unfortunately, the reunion was short-lived for Ganondorf found out and kidnapped her to his tower where Hyrule castle used to be. With the help of the sages, he gained access and confronted Ganondorf at last. They fought fiercely, but Link eventually gained the upper hand. With the warlock's last dying breath, Ganondorf made the castle go on the brink of collapsing, but Link and Zelda make it out just in the neck of time."

"Goodness, was it over?" Fluttershy asked, very eager to know how it all ended like that

"Well they thought Fluttershy." Link continued, but then Ganondorf was still alive, and he transformed into a monster called Ganon. With Link's last might, he finally defeated Ganondorf, and the sages, combining their power, sealed Ganondorf for the rest of eternity. Zelda helped Link go back to his normal time as a kid, and this time, that time line will have no sign of Armageddon with Ganon gone. When the master sword was back I it's resting pedestal, Navi left him without saying goodbye for no reason."

"Why did she leave Link?" Asked Twilight 

"The reason was never explained. It was very unclear what happened. For that, Link went put o Hyrule with the Ocarina of Time and took Epona with him to look for her getting warped to the land of Termina. But, I want to take a break if that's alright with you."

"Aww." Almost all of them complained.

"Don't worry, it will only be for a moment. I'll still tell you, I just need to use the bathroom."

"Oh good. I really want to know what happened next." Rainbow said.

"Indeed. This sounds really exciting." Said Twilight.

"Glad you are all enjoying it. Just let me take my little break." Then he went upstairs to use the toilet and everypony was more than eager to know how the Hero of Time lore has ended.

"A rather intriguing tale." Said Mathayus, who was polishing his sword and shield. "I never even knew that he was a boy when that even happened."

"You think that was interesting?" Asked Link

"Oh yes, of course, Fluttershy. I love a good true story of the past."

"Good. We all are. I wonder how it will all end like this. I even wish I can meet his ancestor right now."

"Yeah, he sounds like a true hero like Link is. Well his descendant I mean."

"Oh yes, we know darling." Said Rarity. Then they waited for Link to be done so he can finish.


> Legendary Tale Part 2 (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

After Link was finished with his break, he happily sat back on the chair and saw the excitement in his friends faces. They can hardly wait to hear more of Link's ancestor: the Hero of Time in his adventure in Termina. "Okay, I hope this will fascinate you all. For my ancestor will be saving the land of Termina."

They all smiled in excitement. 

"Now where do I start? Oh yeah, after he killed Ganondorf and Navi disappeared. So after that, Link searched far and wide for her, but to no avail. While he was riding in the Lost woods to look for her, he suddenly gets encountered by a mysterious Skull kid wearing a peculiar mask."

"A Skull kid?" Asked Twilight.

"Yep. They are a very rare race nowadays, they like to play flutes and trumpets. He took Link's ocarina when he had two fairies to scare Epona enough to flip her master right off of her. He was about to take it from him, but then the imp got away on Epona which made Link accidentally transported to Termina."

"Was he evil?" Spike asked curiously

"Not really." Link replied modestly. "You see, on my quest to first obtain the Master sword, I encou tered a Skull kid through the sacred grove. Lt me tell you, he wasn't really evil. He's..... Just a weird kid that wants to play."

"Play what with you?" Asked Pinkie

"Well, you see, I was forced to play hide-n-see through the area. He would always conjure some creepy looking puppets to try and stop me. Nevertheless, I got past him."

"Right, but can we please get back to this..... Termina? It sounds like we are having a little communication breakdown." Rarity sang

"Sorry. You'right. Now after Link confronted him, the Skull Kid cursed Link to become a deku creature. The mask he was wearing had magical powers beyond many magic users in Hyrule or Termina."

"Wow." They all said. 

"However, Link removed the curse to turn him back into a Hylian once more. How you ask? It was a tune called the sound of healing. After that was over, a Deku mask appeared before him, a d decided that turning into a deku again would be useful.

"So what kind of mask was that Skull guy wearing?" Rainbow asked curiously

"It's called Majora's Mask. It is a pure evil, demonic mask with powers beyond many would imagine. He was a large dragon-like monster before this transformation, who guarded a place neither living or did, way old beyond Hyrule and a termina combined. A traveler appeared and played a bongo drum for the beast for days unti Majora died of overdoing it. The traveller decided to cut off parts of his skin and that is how MajoraMs Mask came to be."

"That's a little messed up." Lyra said. "I love it!"

Link chuckled. He saw Colin was feeling very excited that Link was telling him about his ancestor. "Now, he had the help of another fairy who was one of Skull Kid's, who was left behind. Her name was Tatle, and was kind of like Navi. The other fairy was named Tael, who was her brother. He came to a city called Clock town, right in the center of the strange world. Termina was in a very dark situation. The Skull Kid with Majora's power, created this moon with an angry or unhappy face like this."

Everyone laughed when he did that face (minus Mathayus). It looked priceless. "That's so funny." Said Rainbow Dash.

"Right. The moon was set to destroy Termina within three days, and Link was the only one who can fix it all. He would use the Ocarina of Time to play the Song of Time to take him back to the dawn of the first day he came to Termina in the first place in case he didn't save the land in time."

"That must have sounded like a very difficult thing to accomplish."

"Oh yes. It was. My ancestor went to four different places: the southern swamp, northern mountains, eastern seas, and the western canyons. He acquired many masks to help him along the way, but many of them aren't important right now. The Skull kid plagued both lands with monsters and darkness. Through his new adventures, he acquired the Goron Mask, and the Zora Mask, which, like the Deku one, can transform him into them depending on the mask."

"Oh my goodness, that is so incredibly wonderful." said Fluttershy. "I would love to see what he would look like as those three creatures.

"Yeah, I wonder how big he was when he can turn into a Goron." said Applejack

"And how graceful he would look as a Zora." Rarity added

"I know. Now, he gained those masks from helping the souls who originated from those masks with the Song of Healing. He also got Epona back from a girl named Romani from Romani Ranch close to Clock town. He traveled to all of the dungeons to restore peace to all four lands until finally, he went up to that moon to face Majora's Mask. He had to give up all his non-transformable masks so he can obtain a very powerful piece called the Fierce Deity mask."

"Fierce Deity?" asked Twilight

"Yeah. The mask contained a powerful spirit of a dark god. It turned Link into his adult self again, except it was an avatar of the god who helped him defeat the mask in a short battle. Turns out the mask was too much for Majora's spirit to handle."

"That is so awesome!" Rainbow said. "So what happened after Link deafeated that evil mask, huh?"

"Well, the moon was destroyed and peace was restored in all of Termina. Tatle was reunited with Tael, and Skull Kid was no longer bad. It turns out he was only a puppet. A pawn of the mask's evil deeds. It turns out he just wanted some friends to spend with, and it was the fault of the four giants, the guardians of Termina. They all had to leave the kid to fulfill their duties. That was when the two fairy siblings found him and decided to befriend him."

"Aww." they all said

"Then, that was when he found the mask, and when all Hell would break lose on the land."

"Wow, that is messed up." Spike said

"but, Link decided to befriend him in return. However, he left the land back to Hyrule to look for Navi again."

"And did he find her?" asked Twilight

Link sadly bowed his head. "No. He never did."

They all frowned. "Aw, that's so sad." Colin said with sympathy

"Yes, and the worst part was when he died, he wasn't remembered as the Hero of Time." Link added

They all gasped. "what? that is not right!" Rainbow exclaimed. "He does deserve to be remembered as the hero who saved all of Hyrule's butts. Oh and Termina too."

"I know. Link didn't deserve that." Fluttershy said, feeling a tear escape her eye. She, Lyra, Colin, Bon Bon, and Pinkie Pie were the ones most sympathetic to the long lost hero.

"That's the saddest story ever." Pinkie cried.

"I just wish that he would have find Navi." Lyra added

"I know I know. However, now he is not in vain anymore. Because I discovered all his skills in swordplay and he can finally rest in peace since I saved Hyrule from Ganondorf."

"Wow, that's great!" said Lyra

Then Link felt a presence nearby. Like a chill just went down his spine. Somehow he had a feeling that there was a ghost.

"What is it, Link?" Fluttershy asked him

"Oh uh..... nothing. Probably just the breeze inside your cottage. No big deal."

"Alright. If you say so." Twilight said. "Well we are sure your ancestor would be proud of you."

Link smiled. "I'm pretty sure he is, Twilight."

"Well, thanks for telling us that amazing story." Said Bon Bon.

"You're welcome. I knew you all would love it. Especially you, Colin."

"Yeah. I did." The boy remarked. "I wish I could meet him. He sounds like a really cool guy."

From above then without everyone knowing, the Spirit of the Hero of Time himself was watching them, looking proudly at Link for speaking greatly of him. He may not have been remembered as a hero on Hyrule, but in Equestria. He was proud to have taught Link his skills that he learned.

Now the Hero's shade can really be at peace.

However, their happiness was halted when Pipsqueak the young colt slammed open the door. "Help!" He yelled

"Pip, what's wrong?" Link said.

"Their are a bunch of evil-looking winged skulls swarming all of Ponyville attacking everypony!" The colt exclaimed. 

"Evil winged-.... wait a minute." Link thought. "Those are bubbles! Not the ones you can blow with, that's what those guys are called. Don't worry, I've dealt with many of them before. Just leave them to us. Come on guys."

"Yeah!" They all said. Then they all went out the door to town to take care of those winged monsters 





In town Pip was right, many bubbles were flying around the area, causing havoc.

"Oh goodness." Said Fluttershy. "This is terrible."

"Yeah. And I thought Parasprites were pests." Rainbow agreed. Many of the bubbles noticed them and started to attack.

Link and Colin fought with all their might against the horrid creatures. The ponies and Spike took part in the fight, kicking, and stomping on the bubbles to kill them.

Spike took the liberty of ripping one of their lower jaws off, and tearing open it's wings, causing it to disappear 

"Oh! Ew! Get away you little demons!" Rarity said, bucking and kicking as much as she can.

Colin himself was fighting quite well. Then he felt something bumping into his Ordon shield, and suddenly felt his fingers getting hot. 

"Oh no, your shield is on fire!" Link exclaimed. Turns out this bubble was a fire elemental monster, which would explain why this is happening right now

The boy then let go of his shield and watched it burn before his eyes. However, he continued fighting the skulls without using a shield.

"How do you like that you freaks?" Rainbow boasted. After many kills, all of them were gone with Link doing the ending blow on the last one on the ground. They won yet again.

Colin however, felt empty inside. He watched as his shield disintegrated in the flames, bowing his head in shame 

"Colin, you okay?" Link asked

"I'm so sorry Link. I never meant this to happen." The boy said with extreme guilt.

"Ah Colin, it's alright. I'll get you a new shield. I promise." Link reassured 

"But wasn't that your old shield?"

"Ah it's okay. I don't really need it anymore. Besides, you just need a better."

"What's going on here?" Twilight asked as she and the others went to Link amd Colin's aid.

"Colin's shield got burnt." Link replied.

They all look sympathetic towards the boy, and murmured "oh no."

Fluttershy bent down and said "i'm so sorry sweetie." Then she gave him a hug."

"It's okay. I never meant for that to happen." Colin replied

Link looked on sadly at Colin, wishing that he could make his brotherly figure better like conjuring a shield that was like his own and more sturdy.

"Come on, Colin. Let's just have a little talk, alright? Come on, Bon Bon." Lyra said. Stepping up to comfort Colin as well.

"Sure. It's the least we can do."

"Thanks guys." Colin said. "I'll be fine, everyone, I just.... can't believe it."

"We understand, Sugarcube." Said Applejack softly. "Link will figure something out.:

"I know he will." Then he went with Lyra and Bon Bon on a little walk around the town while Link and the rest went to work cleaning the messes that the monsters had created in their havoc.

> New Shield and a.... Doppelgänger? (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Lyra and Bon Bon were comforting Colin under a tree not far from Ponyville about the loss of his Ordon shield that was destroyed by a fire keese. "Come on, Colin." Said Lyra. "So what if your shield's gone, it doesn't mean it's the end of the world."

"Yeah. I'm pretty sure that you'll find a new one when you get back to Hyrule. That's all." Bon Bon added.

"I know. I know." Colin sighed "but that shield was special to me." He remembered the time Link gave it to him when he no longer needed it when he got the Hylian shield with him instead. "This was Link's shield, and now it's gone forever."

Lyra wrapped her arm around the young Hylian's shoulders "it's okay. Link's not mad at you. It was just a piece of wood. Besides, he's right. You just need a new shield that's better for you."

"Lyra's right." Said Bon Bon. "Maybe there's another shield like Link's, right?"

Colin sighed and nodded his head sideways "no." He replied flatly. "That shield was the only one on stock."

"Oh." They said in unison, starting to understand his sadness a little more.

"Well, come on. I'm pretty sure they can make a new shield like that one." Bon Bon reassured. "You still have your sword."

"Yeah, that's what helps you get all the bad guys." Lyra gave him a gentle punch on his left arm. 

"True. That's true." Colin agreed. "You guys are right. I shouldn't worry about it too much. I'm pretty sure mom and dad will understand."

"There you go." Said Bon Bon. "Besides, I'm pretty sure you can fight bad guys with just you sword, and with slink fighting alongside you."

"We saw how you did with that lizard monster and how well you fought."

Colin smiled. It was a rather wonderful time to do that to an enemy like that for the first time in his life. "Yeah. I guess." Then with a change of demeanor, he said "you're rig. I just need a more invincible shield that won't melt."

"That's the Colin we wanted to bear!" Lyra said proudly. "So, you want to go back and tell the others your feeling better? They're worried about you."

"Yeah, really concerned." Bon Bon added

"Hmmm. You guys can go ahead without me, I'm going to go out for a walk a little while."

"You sure?"

"Hmm-mmm. And tell Link and the others I'm alright. Okay?"

"Okay." Said Bon Bon."

"You got it, Colin." Lyra replied. "Come on, Lyra. Let's go."

"See ya soon." Bon Bon said to the boy before they both let him be. Colin decided to go walk in the woods nearby (That is not part of the Everfree forest.) there, he found a small lake with a waterfall flowing through a ledge above it.

He looked over the waters and witnessed the beauty of it, the small fish swimming around it within. He smiled briefly and looked at his reflection of himself. Colin hardly took his eyes of the lake and felt more calm

Yes, he could do this until the end of time, day after day if he wanted to. He saw a little cichlid jump out of the water, then back into it with a soft splash. Colin laughed

"Hello, Colin." Said a humble voice. The Boy was startled, and looked back, and he saw the Hero's shade. Of course, he out it was a stalfos, and took out his sword to defend himself.

"What- what do you want from me?" Colin asked him suspiciously

The shade chuckled humbly "it's alright. Child. i will not hurt you. I heard you have a little problem, and I am at your aid."

"Who are you?"

"I.... May not look like him, but, I.... Am the Hero of Time."

Colin's eyes went wide. He didn't really believe it was the Hero of Time because he wasn't wearing his green clothes and white suit underneath it. "I...... Don't think you're him." He replied

"I knew you would be skeptical. Well, let me show you." Then some light blinded Colin and after that was over, an ocarina was playing the Song of Healing, then Colin saw the new form that the ghost was taking. the Hero of Time looked like Link except his hair was more yellow in color, and his clothes were lighter green. Since he only had one eye, he was wearing an eyepatch over the one that was lost, with only one eye showing. He looked older than Link, and was in his mid to late twenties. He stopped his ocarina playing when he asked "well? Do you believe me, now?"

Colin smiled "yeah. I do." He said in awe. He couldn't believe that it was him, the hero from the past. "Sorry if I didn't believe you."

"That's quite alright, Colin. I expected that, actually." Hero of Time Link said. "I have been watching you ever since Link and you became friends."

"Really?"

"Yes. You are like a little brother to him, you noticed."

"Yeah, I did know that. Hey, listen, I'm sorry if you were not remembered as a Hero like you should have been when you defeated Ganondorf a long time ago."

"Thank you." Said the hero. "That is very kind of you. It is sad that I am not remembered for doing a great deed." He turned his head away from the boy in shame "it was all because I had to focus on Navi, and finding her in any way I can, but to no avail."

"You mean.... You haven't found her?"

The Hero shook his head a no in reply "I finally gave up searching her and had to face the fact that it was the way it had to be."

"I'm sorry."

"That's quite alright. Now that my descendant has helped me be realized with his new skills taught by me, I will not be in vain anymore."

"Good."

"Now, to your little problem."

"You know about what happened to my shield?"

"Of course. Link is like a brother to you, isn't he? I would help and watch over to those who Link would consider his family to him.

"Oh. I see. So, you can help me with a new shield?"

"Of course. You have a good heart, Colin, and you would help anyone in need, so I decided to give you something a little special. Now, you might want to take a step back" then he used his hand to create some thing rather peculiar and magical. A flash of light appeared over his hand and it revealed to be a new shield for Colin to have. It looked like Link's Hylian shield, but it was a little smaller, and looked a little more abstract in design. The eagle was way larger and more hunch than the one on Link's, and the Triforce was below the bird, not above.

"Wow." Colin said in awe. This looked like a perfect shield for him to have instead of the Ordon one.

"This shield was mine when I was a kid like you when I saved Termina from Majora. But.... I do not ink I will have any use for it anymore." The hero bent down to Colin's level with the shield still hovering over his hand. "I hereby gift this to you for your kindness and courage."





Colin got the Hero's Shield! It looks like the adult Hylian shield but it is child size for his age. It is invincible and never melts in fire or lava. Used by the Hero of Time himself when he was a kid, this will help Colin protect him from anything

"A gift for you, Colin." said the hero. 

Colin put it over his right arm, and it fit him perfectly. A shield fit for a child Colin's age. He posed in a mighty stance like Link with do now that he has the new piece of protection. "I.... don't even know what to say." 

"You remind me alot of myself when a was your age." Said the hero. "Keep this shield as a gift from me for your courage and selflessness, Colin."

The boy smiled "I will. Thank you so much. But.... you really want me to have this?"

"Of course I do. I have no use for it anymore anyway, and it is meant for a child such as yourself. Remember, I will always be there to guide you, and Link if needed." Then began to fade into nothingness like a ghost would do. The Hero of Time Link then said "always. Farewell."

Colin was so grateful to have this gift from the Hero of Time himself. The best part was, he got to meet him in person. Well, in spirit, Literally and figuratively. Truly one of the boy's unforgettable moments of his lifetime. Perhaps they will meet again someday. Only time will tell when they were cross paths once more.

He put his sword away and his new shield over it on his back. "I gotta go tell Link and the guys about my new shield. Probably worried about me." He thought out loud to himself. Then he went out if the woods and went back to Fluttershy's cottage. As he was walking through town, he noticed something odd in an alleyway close by. It looked like Link's shadow sort of.

He went down the place where the shadow went, and ironically, there was no sign of Link. This was rather strange because he was sure he saw Link's shadow, so he had to be here.

"Ah, hello, Colin." said Link's voice. 

"Link? I can here you, but I can't see you. Where are you?"

"Right here." then he saw Link's shadow under Colin's and it turned to face forward to him. The shadow's eyes flashed red with the look of evil. Suddenly, the shadow suddenly, came up from the ground, and it turns out, this was no shadow of Colin. He was absolutely stunned to see this impostor. This creature looked like Link, except, he and his clothing were all black with only his eyes glowing blood red. His Hylian Shield had nothing on it, and the Master sword he was carrying had an upside down Triforce as the symbol near the handle

"You're.... you're not Link." Colin said. Indeed, it was not his brotherly figure. The Link he knew would never have an evil grin on his face, or have two sharp teeth in his mouth. "Who.... who are you?"

"Who am I?" the shadow said in mock insult. "Why, I am you're worst nightmare, of course! Dark Link"

Colin unsheathed his sword and new shield. "I'm not afraid of you." he retorted

"You got guts, I'll give you that, but stupid since you're just a kid." he chuckled wickedly.

"We'll see about that!" Colin charged at him full of zeal. He clashed his sword with the evil twin of Link, but he was easily overpowered, and knocked to the ground.

"Hmm, I was expecting far better. Well, nice knowing you, kid." Dark Link was about to kill him when he heard another sword clash that was louder than before. Colin opened his eyes and looked up to see the real Link protecting him from this evil impostor.

"Link?" the boy said, more than happy to see him.

"I'm here, Colin." Link said, struggling. Then Twilight, her friends, and Discord went to his aid, noticing Dark Link

"What the huh, TWO Link's?" said a very confused Rainbow Dash.

"Don't be fooled, this evil monster is not Link."

"Quite right." said Dark Link.

"Ooh, an evil twin." said Pinkie Pie. "This should be interesting."

"I know, I think I might need some buttered popcorn!" Discord said excitingly, poofing a movie chair and a bucket of popcorn like at the movies

"I can't watch." said Fluttershy. Despite what she said, she decided to take a peak at this anyway.

"What the hell are you?" Link asked the double.

"I'm you, of course. Well, your evil version of yourself is more like it." he replied in a smug tone of voice. "So I think you won't win this fight, because we have equal traits, don't you think?"

"No! I am nothing like you!" Link retorted. "You are just a fake and a phony! a clone!"

Dark Link laughed evilly. "That is where you are wrong, buddy." Then they both fought, and it was turning out to be fierce. Dark Link jumped off on top of a building, then Link jumped onto a crate then climbed on the house to resume the fight. After many dodging and sword clashing, they jumped again with a really loud clang sound erupting like something epic was happening.

Many of Ponyville noticed that, and went to watch the fight. Of course some others were ducking for cover under tables, going inside various buildings and hiding behind hay bales for protection. Twilight, Fluttershy, Lyra, Bon Bon, and the others with them looked on to watch this interesting grudge match.

Link swung his sword horizontally, but Dark link jumped on the Master Sword and kicked Link to the ground.

"Oh no! Link!" Fluttershy called.

"I'm fine Fluttershy, just stay back." Link said. He retaliated and side-rolled from a strike from the dark sword, knocking him with the back slicer. When Dark Link was down, Link was about to do the finishing blow, but the evil doppelganger rolled out of the way. Link's sword was stuck in the ground, but when Dark Link was about to finish him while he was distracted, Link jabbed his elbow right in his face, causing him to stagger.

He pulled the master sword out just in time, then the clashing continued. Dark Link performed his own spin attack, but Link backflipped out of the way, and did a jump attack. Alas, Dark Link did a backflip dodge himself. He then punched Link with his shield, but the real Hero of Twilight retaliated by punching him in the face multiple times, first it was to one cheek, the second one was to the other, and the third was an uppercut. The fourth one was from the Hylian shield, bashing his face.

Dark Link bashed his shield against Link's face again, and performed the helm splitter on him, knocking him to the ground. Everypony and Colin gasped with horror. However, Link dodged the finishing blow from his evil twin just in time and was back on his feet, then everypony's demeanor changed when they cheered on for him

"He's tough." Link thought. "Yet again, he's like me, except.... he's evil and hellish."

"Is that all you got?" Dark Link shouted, wiping some blood off his lip

"No way! I'll never back down!" Link replied to him.

Fluttershy's courage boosted again, and went in front of Link to defend him from this abomination of an impostor. "I will not let you hurt our friend! If you want Link, you will have to go through me!"

"And me!" Rainbow stepped up, ready to fight.

"Me too!" said Twilight. Then the rest of her friends stepped up, ready to fight this demon. Discord, conjured a knight's uniform with a sword and shield, looking more than ready to fight Dark Link head on.

"Well, isn't that nice. You have good friends backing you up, buddy. Really touching, yet pathetic! A true warrior would fight without any help!"

"Wrong! There is nothing wrong with having friends by your side to help you."

"Not the way I see it, Colin." Dark Link replied to him. "Well, I would love to stay and fight some more, but I'd gotta run." then he disappeared into black smoke and vanished into nothingness. It was good that he was gone, Dark Link would have made a mess of the town, more of a mess bigger than the previous enemies that he, and the others have witnessed.

"You alright, Link?" asked Rainbow."

"Yeah." he got up with Colin pulling him up "just a few scratches, that's all."

"Did that really just happen?" asked Lyra

"I know." Bon Bon added

"He looked like you, but.... he wasn't you." said Applejack. Where did he come from?"

"That's beyond me. I'm beginning to wonder that myself. Well, he's gone now. Well for now, that is." Link replied. "Well, I think we should tell Princess Celestia and Luna about this. This would sound like a real page-turner for them when we give them the letter."

"I know right!" Spike agreed. "That was pretty awesome, the evil twin thing, and you guys fighting like that."

"I definitely think that Chrysalis is behind all of this. I just know it from her eyes when I see it, because now, I am starting to become more certain of this." Discord said suspiciously

"No kidding." said Rainbow. "What is she really up to?"

"We don't know. We'll just let the princess' figure this out when we write to them." Twilight noted. Then they all agreed with her.

Rarity then noticed Colin's new accessory "ooh, is that a new shield, Colin?" she asked him.

"Yeah." the boy replied. He took the Hero's shield out again. "i just got this one a few minutes ago."

They were all intrugued by ths design of this new shield.

"It looks beautiful." said Fluttershy. "It kind of looks like Link's shield."

"I know! That's so awesome." said Rainbow in agreement. "Where did you get this?"

"I found it." was all he replied.

"It does look a lot like Link's Hylian shield, but it looks more..... abstract to say the least." Rarity noted, taking a closer look at the design.

"Wait a minute." Link said, recognizing it. "This was the shield that belonged to the Hero of Time when he was a boy."

They all gasped with surprise. They were even more intrigued by this shield 

"That's amazing." said Twilight. 

"Yeah, He gave it to me."

"What?" said Bon Bon

"No way!" Lyra added.

"Yeah. He heard my problem and he fixed it for me."

"That's nice of him." said Applejack. 

"Eeyup. Now you look just like a hero." said Big Mac. "I can just imagine you being like a sibling to Link now."

Colin smiled. "I think I do too."

"Well, i'm glad you got this shield, Colin. Now you won't have to worry about getting a new one." Link said happily. "And this time, it looks more stronger and indestructible."

"I know."

"Well, why don't we go back to the cottage so I can help with those bruises." Fluttershy offered. Then they all followed her where Link can tend to his minor wounds, and write that letter on what just happen to the princess'

> Potion of Heroes (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dear Princess Celestia and Luna

we have just witnessed something rather shocking. Some bats called Keese were wreaking havoc on Ponyville, although they were just pests and not really a threat. Colin's shield got burnt, but he got a new one. When he got back, there was another Link. Like, a. Evil doppelgänger. His name was Dark Link, and hence his name, he looked like Link, except he was dark all over with red eyes, and he was pure evil. Link and his evil twin fought and they were so evenly matched. However, Link gave it his all, and drove Dark Link away. We have no idea how or why it just happened like this. It just happened. We are really starting to worry that Chrysalis might have had a hand in this. Those bats might have been more like pests, but I feel like this is becoming worse and worse once in a while. Could Chrysalis actually be the one responsible for all of this happening? We are worried.

Twilight Sparkle

Just like that, Spike sent the letter with his green fire breath. This would sound like a real page-turner for the co-rulers to read about. Meanwhile, Fluttershy was tending to Link's minor wounds that Dark Link threw upon him. He had his hat off with a bag of ice on top. Fluttershy was wrapping a small cast around his leg to treat a cut still excessively, mildly bleeding. Link then gasped with pain "OW! That stings!" He exclaimed

"Oh I'm sorry." Fluttershy said. "I am so sorry."

"It's fine." Link grunted. "Please keep going, I've suffered far worse pain that this cut."

The yellow pegasus smiled at him with relief. "Good." Then she continued wrapping the cast. after she was done, she asked "better now, right?"

"Yeah. I'm feeling a little better." He slowly got up on his feet." Thanks, Fluttershy. I knew I can count on you."

The yellow pegasus blushed and gave him a hug. "Aww, you're welcome. Always happy to help you." Then Link hugged her back. Then he felt a pair of talons hover on his head. It was a keese that Fluttershy tamed during the skirmish from earlier. "Oh come here, Ozzy." She said to it real gently 

The bat happily chirped and perched on Fluttershy's back. "I don't know if you should keep that keese as a pet, Fluttershy." Link noted in a skeptical voice. "It might be dangerous."

"Oh come on, this one was scared and confused." Fluttershy protested. "Isn't that right, Ozzy?" The keese purred "oh yes you were. Yes you were."

"Yeah, but what if it attacks you and your animal friends in the middle of the night?"

"Nonsense. He is a real sweetie when you get to know him." The keese gave him the puppy dog eyes.

Link was a little affected by it's adorableness, and said "ah, who am I kidding. They are just like any other animal after all."

You do have a gift for animals, Fluttershy." Rainbow smirked while she patted her back. The yellow pegasus blushed mildly at her compliment.

"Yes, is there anything my dear Fluttershy cannot do with animal?" Discord agreed. "No, apparently not."

Fluttershy flustered even more "oh well, you know."

"We just sent the letter to the princess' mow." Twilight noted to the others. "So it won't be long, now."

"Perfect." Colin smiled.

"So how's that new shield working for you, Sugarcube?" Applejack asked the boy curiously.

"It's amazing." Colin replied in a really happy tone of voice. "This shield fits me like a glove."

"You got that right. You are totally like a mini-link." Rainbow said proudly. "Now you got a shield that will never burn, huh?"

"Right."

"I would hate to break it to all of you," Mathayus interrupted. "But we still need to find out what Link's visions mean, and what if Dark Link comes back?"

"You may have a point, Mathayus." Said Rarity. "But Link and Colin can always thwart them away with their brilliant swordplay, like they woukd always do."

"Perhaps, but this peculiar enemy was as equally matched as the real Link we all know."" The Darknut remarked, and looked at the injured Hylian in concern. "Just look at how Link turn out to be."

"Pfft, it's fine Mathayus. Stop you're worrying. I just need to be more careful. I probably underestimated him the first fight." He removed the ice pack from his head, and placed the trusted cap back on it.

"Of course. Look, all I am saying is that this hellish double might come back, and we all need to be ready for him at any given moment."

"Right!" Pinkie said. She performed a ninja kick with the crane pose, only for her to fall to the ground clumsily. Th darknut smirked and nodded his head

"Well, you all know what I am saying, do you not?"

"Of course." Spike said "you're absolutely right, but I don't think we need to worry about him now, besides, Link and Colin are never alone."

"Of course. We will always be there for them when they need us." Fluttershy snuggled Colin's face.

"Thanks, guys." The boy said.

Link went to fetch himself some hot spring water, and felt more energized when he drank it. "What I don't understand though is, how is there an evil, dark me. I mean this is all just so confusing."

"Good question. We'll see what princess Celestia has to say " said Lyra. "She'll think of something to help."

"Can't argue with that."

Link was becoming a little tired of the monstrosities from his world coming to Ponyville just so they can look for him as revenge for killing Ganondorf. Still, he didn't want to let innocent ponies die by their hands. If anything happened like that to all of his friends (both Hyrule and Equestria alike), he would never forgive himself, or call himself the Hero of Twilight anymore, therefore, he had no choice, but to keep on saving the say like he would always do, it was his thing after all.

"Hey, Link?"

"Yeah, Colin? What is it?"

"I was thinking: what if we are back home in Hyrule, what if more of those bad guys come to Ponyville and we're not there to help?"

"Ah, Colin. Don't be silly." Link said "I doubt anything like that would even happen after we take care of.... whatever is going on, anyway."

"And we will help anypony in need. We are the elements of harmony, after all." Twilight remarked to him.

"Yes, so please don't worry, Colin." Rarity added

"With the power of Friendship, anything is possible!" They all exclaimed "Yeah!" Triumphantly at the top of the their lungs, as of they were going on a full scale war.

Link smiled at Colin, and patted his head "everything will be okay."

The boy smirked "alright. I'm just a little worried about mom and dad. And my sister, I wonder how she is without me."

"Shh, it's alright. I know you're worried, but i'm worried too." He wrapped his arm around Colin "please don't worry. I'm sure they will be just fine."

It took a little while for Colin to ease his worrying about his family, but he finally pulled himself together. "You're right, Link. I'm sorry."

"Ah, it's alright, kiddo. I get worried and scared too."

"Really? but.... you're not scared of anything."

"Well, I wouldn't say that." He replied. "He bent down on one knee "remember when you, Ilia, and the kids got captured by King Bulblin and his goons?"

"I wish I didn't."

"I know. I was afraid that I would lose you forever..... all of you."

"Oh, I guess even heroes like you get scared, huh?"

"Of course. Their is no need to be ashamed about being scared." Link pointed.

"I know." Then they both hugged like brothers again. He went for his pouch looking for something peculiar. He went deeper into his pockets, and found his empty bottles that he find on his journey. Empty, all of them were empty

"Oh no." Link complained mildly

"What's wrong?" Bon Bon asked

"Ah, I ran out of healing potions, so I need to buy more." Then he put his bottles back in the magic pouch.

Rainbow had am idea "hey, I know where you can get the best potions in Equestria."

"Really? What's that?"

"Zecora." Everypony shouted in unison, knowing who Rainbow was taking about. "Yeah, Zecora can mix the finest potions and cures." Applejack added

"Oh yeah. She did say she was good at mixing potions ad stuff. "I want to see here about this.

"It'a in the Everfree Forest, which is a very dangerous place." Spike answered.

"Oh, don't worry. I can handle any monster that can come our way."

"Right." Twilight agreed. "Okay, we'll take you to Zecora's hut. But, please stay close to us. And do not let you're guard down."

"Of course. A warrior like me always has to be on the look out for anything that could pounce on you at any given moment." Mathayus noted.

"You all don't have to come along with me if you don't want to,, it will just be for a small errand." Link said. "Some of you can stay here if you would like to."

"That's fine, Link." Said Lyra. "Me and Bon Bon can just stay here."

"And maybe watch over the place in case more monsters come back." Bon Bon added.

"Well, what about your injuries?" Spike asked. "Are you sure you don't need some of our help? What if a powerful enemy like him runs into you?"

"Spike, Spike." Link chuckled. "Relax. I'll be just fine. What that twin from hell gave me was only a temporary setback. I can still fight. Besides, I got more weapons like my bow and arrow, my bombs, boomerang, and others."

"Oh yeah. I forgot."

"Well, I prefer to stay here." Fluttershy said nervously. She made a small gulp, "I'm a little terrified of the Everfree Forest."

"Oh come on, Fluttershy. You'll be with me." Link reassured. "With me and Colin by your side, we can beat the impossible."

Fluttershy started to feel more comfortable and confident, for she remembers what he said about staying strong and being brave whenever possible, and not everything can be as it seems when they look scary.

The Hylian pointed "and you helped many animals from the Everfree Forest, remember?"

"Right."

"I'll come along, too." Twilight said.

"So do I." Big Mac stepped up. "I wanna make sure Fluttershy doesn't get too scared, and I can protect her from any monster that can come our way."

Fluttershy was touched by the red stallion's kindness and courage. "Oh, thank you, Big Mac." She hugged him. The red stallion blushed mildly

"Oh shucks." He said.

"I volunteer to go to." Spike said.

"Me too." Rainbow stepped up.

"Perfect. Anyone else?" Link asked. Many of the others did really do anything, some like Lyra and Bon Bon nodded "nope, we're good to him."  In reply to his question "no? Alright. I guess that's it, then." He opened the door "come on guys. Let's go." Then the small group went with Link into the Everfree.

As they were walking, Fluttershy was mildly squeaking in terror, but she was comforted by her friends to help her be brave. "I swear, this place just keeps getting creepier and creepier every time we go in this hellhole." Rainbow nodded.

"Hey, Rainbow, could you please not curse so much." Link covered Colin's ears. "At least.... Not in front of him."

"Or Spike." Twilight reminded

"Oh, sorry."

"No, it's fine, Link. I'm used to that word." Colin noted

"I know. I know."

"No offense, but did you say that word yourself?" Big Mac.

Link chuckled with slight embarrassment "touché."

Fluttershy made a gasp "stop!" She whispered. "Get down." Then they all did what she said, and ducked in the plantation of Everfree.

"What is it?" Asked Colin,

"There's a cockatrice over there." Fluttershy whispered in horror.

"What's that?"

"It's a creature with a head of a rooster and a body of a dragon." Twilight said quietly. "They are dangerous, for they can turn anypony to stone with a look in the eye."

Link was a little weirded out, yet astonished to hear this information. He looked at the monster yep area away from hill, looking around for any victims to turn into statues. "Don't worry, I'll take care of it, the old-fashioned way." Then he pulled out his bow and combined it with his hawkeye mask, and pulled out an arrow to shoot the monster with. 

"Ooh, what' that?" Rainbow whispered.

"The hawkeye mask. It's like a telescope. I use it with my bow sometimes to look at enemies fro. Far away so I can shoot them better."

"How wonderful." Fluttershy said

"Very useful," Spike added,

"I know, now please be quite. I need to focus and concentrate" Link whispered. There was absolute silence, and aimed the arrow at the creature's chest, and in a few split seconds, he fired. There was a sound of a monstrous clucking, and the cockatrice fell to the ground, squirming around, and finally, it was dead, with it's eyes open.

Fluttershy was a little sad that it died because it was like any other animal, but still, it was a slightly wicked monster after all, since it turned Twilight and her chicken, Elizabeak into stone. Despite that, she was glad it was down for the count.

"Bullseye!" Link said triumphantly. Then they all stood up again, and continued onward. They all decided to be more cautious about.

"Link, that was a very awesome shot." Rainbow commented

"Thanks. I learned a few tricks up my sleeve."

"You are quite a fast learner, Link." Twilight regarded him. "No wonder Colin looks up to you."

Link flushed "ah, ask anyone." After many more minutes of looking around for any enemies, and careful stepping on the way, there was a large hut that was like a tree, and it had many African or Zebrican masks on a few spots. The air was thick with the smell of herbs. 

"We're here." Rainbow sang.

Link was rather astonished by the architecture of this hut, how mysterious it looked. It definitely looked like a place where a witch or a warlock would reside in. "Wow, this is incredible." He said "this kind of reminds me of Gor Liggs in his room within the mines."

Twilight was the one who knocked on the zebra's door. After a long minute, the door answered, and the Zebra who loved in it came out with a warm greeting. "Ah, Twilight, how might you be doing on this daytime?" She said

"Hello, Zecora." Twilight said "I am doing just fine." Then they all entered as Zecora stood aside for them as they came in.

"Link, welcome back." Said the zebra kindly. "Are you in need of my help, because since you were coming to me, I could tell."

"I do. Zecora, I need a healing potion, in case I get injured in battle and if I cannot fight any enemies anymore."

"Ah, you came to the right place, my boy. I will give you a potion that will make you're heart filled with joy." Then she noticed the boy. "And who might you be, little boy. You look like an adorable bundle of joy." Zecora said to Colin. The boy blushed heavily. That was rather new for him, being called "cute" like that.

"I'm Colin." The boy replied. "It's.... Nice to meet you, Zecora." He mildly dragged his foot on the ground.

"Now how can I help you? For I will help you in any way I can possibly do."

"Well, Zecora." Link said "I am looking for a potion or two, to heal me in battle if need be." He looked over at one of the shelves full of weird ingredients, such as a scorpion in a jar, a cockatoo beak, glowing nirnroot, tiger tail, and other types of exotic ingredients. "You really say so. I can give you all that I know." Zecora happily replied. Link and Colin smiled at her kindness. 

"Now I am much rather curious. From the sound of your tone of voice, you sounded rather serious."

Link cleared his throat, and replied "well, I might have told you this from the party when we first met, but I came here from a land called Hyrule. I once saved an evil warlock that was threatening my home and saved Hyrule from the darkness he possesses." He pulled out the master sword again. "..... With this."

The zebra looked at the weapon up close to see it's textures and design. "Oh my, this is a very interesting, and beautiful looking blade, a type of blade that only a god or a master blacksmith have made. And yes, I definitely remember the party that day, and what Celestia's note had to say.

"I know, right?" Said Rainbow. "It's looks soooo cool."

"The point is, after I saved my world, I had visions in my head that involved the changelings and Chrysalis."

Zecora stopped her brewing after hearing those names "the queen? What can this mean? These visions... Could they mean like a future mission?"

"I do not know for sure. That's why I was transported to Equestria to see what this could mean. The princess of any rule, named Zelda, also had visions of the same thing. Possibly a threat to my home, too. Me and Colin met Chrysalis, and she said she didn't do it,  ut I'm sure something is fishy going on around here."

Zecora was deep in her thoughts. "It is indeed wise to trust that evil parasite." She looked out the window "Chrysalis definitely has something to hide."

"Tell me about it." Big Mac said

"We have been experiencing some monster attacks from our world, but me and Link had killed them and saved everyone." Colin added

This made Zecora even puzzled. "Rather peculiar. Peculiar indeed. Do not worry, I will give ad much help as you need.

"That's good. We can use all the help we can get for anything that can happen." Link said. 

After a ten minute wait, and a few mild explosions from her cauldron, Zecora was finally done with this peculiar potion. She pulled out a rather large bottle and poured it inside the liquid "behold, the Potion of Heroes. It will save any warrior from becoming zeroes."

Link got the potion of Heroes! If anyone is weary or unable to fight in battle or combat, this potion will help them get right on their feet to fight once more.

"I must warn you, if you are in a terrible, gory mess, then only use this potion in times of severe distress." Zecora noted.

"Don't worry, I will." Link said

"So, do tell me, are you and Colin brothers, maybe?"

Of course she would bring that up too. "Well, no." Link said

"But we are like brothers." Colin said. "We always stay together."

"Oh, I hope I am not offending, you two looked alike, and it was interesting."

"Ah, don't worry about that, Zecora. You're not the only one that has experienced what just happened now." Then he put his potion in his pouch.

"Well, I will help you on this quest, for I will be as possible, doing my very best. In the meantime,  I will be happily give you many help of mine."

They were grateful of her voluntarily task. "That's wonderful." Said Fluttershy. "Maybe you can help us with this problem."

"And besides, I should probably get out of my hut and enjoy the fresh air outside." The zebra added.

Then another letter came out of Spike's fire breath. He unfolded it and read out:

Dear Princess Twilight

This is rather surprising that the events have occurred. A Dark Link? That is rather strange. Me and Luna hoped that Nopony was hurt by this doppelgänger, and Link and Colin are alright. Do not worry, me and my sister will look into this deeper as soon as possible. Not only that, but we have received a report that some monsters have appeared in Lake Pegasus a little northeast of Ponyville. If you are reading this, Link, please help the poor creatures of the lake and destroy the invaders.

Princess Celestia and Luna.

"Oh no, those poor fishes." Fluttershy said in great worriment. "We have to do something."

"Right. Come on, we got to tell everyone about this right now." Link agreed. Then, with Zecora with them now, rushed to Fluttershy's cottage to tell them what is happening 





The lake was large when Link approached it. He saw what the problem was, there was quite of number of deku toads swimming, and tektites hopping over it, and some monstrous giant clamp from down below.

"Oh my, look at this." Rarity said.

"Stand back, guys." Link warned. "Deku Toad's can throw rocks at you with their mouth. Don't worry, i'll take care of these creeps. Oh! But can you look away for a moment, please? I'm gonna put on my Zora armor to help me."

They all did what he said, and looked away. 

After a semi-long while, Link finally said "okay, you can look now." Then he was back in his Zora clothing. "Alright, wish me luck." Then he ran to the lake in triumph

A few deku toads breached and shot rock balls at him. However, he deflect one, then slashed another, and dodged that third one.

Before another deku toad could strike, he combined his bomb with his bow, and shot away a dozen of them, vanishing into black dust.

"Go Link!" Lyra cheered

"Show them who's boss!" Spike added.

Link then put on his mask over his mouth and dove under. When he reached to the bottom, he wore his iron boots to keep him down under like an anchor.

There, he saw a few giant, voracious crabs hopping towards him. One tried to Butt Link, but it missed. While the Hylian did a back flip underwater, the clan was about to share again, but the piece of skin keeping it together was slice open by the master sword, killing it instantly. 

It was a little more difficult in numbers, but Link kept on fighting. He sliced and diced through dozens of the clams, making them vanish into black dust like the deku toads.

There was one more type of enemy he needed to defeat, and that was a group of skullfish near the surface. He went back up on the opposite side of the surface, and pulled out his clawshot. Just looking at these abominations sent Link a shiver down his spine. Sure, they may have looked like fish, but these are mindless, savage monsters that will eat any living thing their path.

He pulled out his clawshots and pulled some out of the lake so he can finish them off. Another way he did it was using his water bombs to throw them at the skullfish at the right time. The blasts caused some explosions in the water, like a geyser, but it did no harm to the lakes inhabitants. After the last fish was taken care of, he saw the waters of Lake Pegasus were at peace once more. He knew that he had saved it.
> New Omen (Edited)
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Lake Pegasus was safe once more, thanks to the Hero of Light and Dark. All of the creatures were doing alright, and they all appreciated Link for his assistance. Spike already sent a letter to the princess that it was already done.

They were all still waiting for a reply from her, in the meantime, they all went back to Ponyville to focus on the visions as usual.

"I'm really starting to worry about this. I mean, this common monsters I would see on land, and now the enemies I faced underwater or the Lakebed Temple at Lake Hylia? What's next?" He sighed.

"Do not worry, Link." Said Zecora cheering him up. "You will for sure, find a solution to think."

"Yeah. Of course."

"I do not know what to do to fix the problem now, but we will figure out the problem somehow."

"Right!" The all cheered in agreement.

Fluttershy went up to him, and remarked "thank you so much for taking care of those mean monsters down Lake Pegasus. Thanks to you, all the marine animals living within will have no more problems."

Twilight added by saying "if it stays that way."

Link smiled at his friends. "You're welcome, Fluttershy. As a true hero, I do love animals, and it is my duty to protect them, big or small."

The yellow pegasus was more than happy to hear that from Link, almost feeling like shedding tears of proudness to him.

Mathayus was thinking deeply in his own thoughts again. "Hmmm."

"What is it?" Rainbow asked him

"Well, I am really starting to jump to the conclusion that the insect queen Chrysalis is behind all of these problems." The darknut clarified 

"Believe me, we are all thinking the same way as you are, Mathayus." Applejack concurred. "But still, we need to find out for sure."

Spike stepped up by saying "she's right. Celestia and Luna will figure out something."

"I know."

A little down a field, almost there to town, a bunch of weird figures were running towards theme. "Uhh, Link, what is that?" Colin asked.

The hero looked a little farther into the horizon, and saw three dog or werewolf-like figures. He recognized them on the day he came to Hyrule that night. "Oh, no, not these guys again." he muttered. Then he pulled out his two primary weapons.

"Oh sweet Celestia." Rarity groaned "Not these mangy ruffians."

"Diamond Dogs." Twilight recognized

"Hey, you!" said the leader. "We finally found you, creature!"

"Yeah, you got a lot of nerve taking out some of our other dogs." the larger one said.

"Who are you?" Link demanded

"We are the leaders of the Diamond Dogs." the leader replied. "I heard that you, alien, have taken out some of our boys the other day." he glared at Link menacingly.

"They started it. I didn't want to fight them. They were going to eat me alive for their dinner. So they brought it upon themselves. So, get the hell out of here or else!" he readied his sword and shield.

"Oh no. Not you!" said the smallest leader, obviously pointing at Rarity. 

"You're that whiny pony we captured." the large one added.

"Nice to see you too, mutts." Rarity insulted.

"Whatever." the leader remarked. "So be it if they wanted to eat you, alien."

"I'm not an alien!" Link retorted. "I am a Hylian. If you must know, I came from a totally different world."

"Whatever! Do you have any idea what happens when anypony, or other type of creature messes with us like this?" then he made a small howl, and a bunch of diamond dog guards appeared, the same ones that Link encountered before. 

"Sic em boys!" the largest leader said, then all the guards snarled and charged at everyone. Nonetheless, Lyra, Bon Bon, the mane 6, Spike, Zecora, and Colin all stood for battle.

Link hacked and iced many of the menacing monsters that were coming at him, and Colin was fighting right besides him.

Lyra and Bon Bon were lunching and kicking the goons into the air. Lyra head-butted one charging at her after ot was trying to stab her with a spear. "Take that you stupid Diamond dog!" She said. Then she suddenly felt one grabbing her behind and was trying to strangle her, however, she forcibly bit his arm, making him how with pain, then Bon Bon kicked him down, causing him to disappear into black dust.

Zecora threw some odd pellets on the ground, and without warning the diamond dogs cornering her, massive clouds of green smoke erupted. Without warning, she knocked out every one of them with a few blows to the head. "Always happy to have these inventions in my hut, for it surely worked on those mutts." Then she noticed one guard looking all fizzy after Applejack threw it off of her back, then she playfully poked it, causing it to land on the ground. "I am an honorable zebra, a race of proud warriors from Zebrica."

"Hiya! C'mon, is that all you got?" Rainbow said, throwing rapid punches at a tougher looking diamond dog, then finishing it off with a more powerful uppercut. "Bring it on!"

Pinkie was doing lots of attacks that a goon was trying to blow on her. "I'm over here!" She said playfully, then she dodged another. "Nope, over here! Over here! Over here!"

The guard was becoming more and more irritated and frustrated when he missed every time. "Can you hold still so I can kill you and eat ya?"

"Hmmm, nah." Pinkie replied in her naive tone of voice, then she kicked him into the air, landing on the ground hard.

Twilight was blasting magic from her horns to turn a bunch of them into silly, unusual things, like baseballs, flower pots, plants, books, shovels, and other objects of any random thing. Then, she used her magic to conjure a silly dress on the leaders.

"Ahh! We look ridiculous!" Said Rover. He, along with Spot and Fido, covered themselves in shame and embarrassment.

"Hahaha! Good one, Twi." Spike said

"Thanks."

Fluttershy has definitely been more brave when it comes to certain fights. While hovering, she dodged many punches and sometimes, the mutt from behind her would accidentally get punched in the nose

"You idiot! What did you do that for?!" Said the dog.

"Hey, it's not my fault you mongrull!" The other argued. "You should have watched it before I was about to hit Ah!" His neck was twisted until it broke by Fluttershy from behind him.

The other dog gasped in horror. Fluttershy got back on the ground and snarled at him with pure anger and hellfire in her eyes, causing him to run and scream like a little girl.

"That's a good doggie." Fluttershy remarked with a sudden change in tone from angry to her adorable personality. Then she looked at the dead Diamond Dog she just got rid of, then it exploded into black dust like the rest of Link's enemies would do. "Oh my, I hope I didn't overdo it."

"Hey, Lyra, you thinking what i'm thinking?" Bon Bon said

"You know it. Let's do this!" Then they both formed a round wheel with eachother, and shouted "Musical Candy Roll!" Then they both rolled on the grass with Lyra's magic, and moved like a wheel woukd roll. Together, they took down many monsters as if they were unstoppable together.

After they were done, Bon Bon picked up Lyra and hoisted her into the air. At this, Lyra was spinning around ad around in circles as she blasted beams from her horn rapidly at the dogs, then she promptly landed on Bon Bon, very carefully."

"That was amazing." Bon Bon said

"There is no substitute for the mid-air unicorn laser attack." Lyra said. "Nothing to it."

Link was a little farther away from Colin as he kept on fighting the monsters, and slaying them all with his slicing. Colin bashed his shield at a dog's groin, and stabbed him while his guard was down.

For Mathayus, he was rather having a blast with this battle. He was like a tank against these goons, and not only did he exterminate them with his sword and shield, he also performed hand-to-hand attacks with his bare fists and feet, even breaking one of their necks with one hand like it was nothing.

"Hey, Mathayus, how about we finish this." Link said, then he looked at Colin "together."

"Of course. These so-called dogs are much too easy anyway." Then the darknut joined the two, and together, they performed an almighty spin attack, taking care pretty much all of them who were fighting the heroes.

At first when they thought it was over, Link felt a punch on the face by another guard, but he retaliated by turning into a wolf and leaped on him, then bit his throat, hard.

Then, they were all gone. The three leaders could hardly believed what they had just saw. Many of their greatest warriors defeated.

"You- you can transform into a wolf?" Asked Fido

"That's right!" Link replied, then he turned into a Hylian again.

"Unbelievable!" Said Spot

"Now, please leave, and never bother us again! Now!" Link glared at them, letting then know he was not joking. 

"Let's get out of here!" Rover exclaimed, then all three ran away, screaming like fillies in a funny way."

"We did it!" Colin cheered, then everyone else followed.

"Well, that was weird, I mean, were the ones from before really planning on eating you?" Twilight asked him curiously

"I swear. They attacked first, I did it for self defense."

"That's fine." Applejack said "we handled ourselves good, didn't we, y'all?"

They all agreed with her. "Well, let's continue back to Ponyville and wait for Celestia to reply back to us by letter." Then they all kept pushing forward. "So, Rarity, you know those guys back there?"

"Unfortunately, yes." Rarity mildly groaned to herself "Those slobbery, mangy, stupid jewel poachers once abducted me and try to force me to work for them to look for any gems."

"Oh. That must have been horrible." Colin remarked

"Well, I have not stayed there long enough, Colin." Rarity said to the boy. "I kept myself together and weasled my way out of there byu whining and complaining so much."

"Really? And it worked?" Link asked her

"Hm-mmm."

"Those guys are definitely not the sharpest tools in the shed." Spike commented

Link chuckled "Sounds like it."

"indeed, I am glad we have gotten rid of those monsters called a dog, for they seem as dumb as a broken log." Zecora added

They all laughed with her, and suddenly, a letter came out of Spike's mouth again. It had to be Princess Celestia once more. Link unfolded it and they were all indeed right. 

Dear Link

We have finally found and recovered Thunder Hoof and his troops that were missing from before, in a cave in the middle of the badlands of Equestria. They will be alright, they are just a little bruised from being attack by an unknown creature. They are resting in the infirmary in my barracks. Now, me and Luna are really started to worry that Chrysalis is behind all of this. We are certainly close to solving the problem with your visions and dreams. Hopefully, you will not b just a hero of Hyrule, but Equestria as well. We are both counting on you Link. In the mean time, princess Cadence, and Shining Armor ask for you and the other's request to be in the Crystal Empire. They might have found an answer for all of this.

Princess Ceelstia

"Whew, thank goodness the soldiers are alright." Rainbow said with great relief.

"I know, we were getting so worried about them." Twilight agreed

"What's this about missing soldiers?" Epona asked. Of course she would ask that since she was not present when that happened the following day.

"Well, when I told Celestia about my visions about Chrysalis and the Changelings, she sent a few of her guards to check out if it was true. So, they were captured in the badlands far away from here. That's what Celestia told me when it happened."

"Ah." now Epona understood everything.

"Well, you heard the princess, I guess we are off to the Crystal Empire tomorrow." Fluttershy said.

"And we hope they have found something like Celestia said." Applejack said

They all agreed with her. "Well, all that fighting on the Diamond Dogs sure made me hungry." Link noted, patting his stomach like a drum."

"Me too." said Colin

"Me three!" Pinkie jumped.

Then they all went to the cafe for some food to eat from.





Much later, Colin decided to go out on a little walk alone for a short time. Of course, to make sure he would be alright, Link accompanied him. Normally, Link wouldn't want Colin to go out on his own like that, but that was in the past, now since Colin is doing really good at swordplay and how he can handle himself, Link is feeling alright about Colin taking care of himself

The boy made sure that no other monsters would be around to try and stalk him, and try to hurt his friends in the future. One of the bad guys he really tried to be careful for was Dark Link.

This evil twin of his brotherly figure really gave him quite a scare when he had an encounter with him. If not for Link, this evil duplicate would have killed him right on the spot. Besides, Colin really met his match with Dark Link since he seems to know every skill the real, heroic Link has to know about combat.

"Colin!" a voice called out to him. The boy turned around and it was Link. "Hey, buddy. I know I said you can come out here, but, I just want to see if you were doing alright."

"I'm fine, Link." the boy replied happily

"Good, but... maybe I should tag along with you just in case. I mean, it is getting more dangerous around here, after all."

"That's fine. I don't mind."

Link smiled back at him "Good." then they both went down the road together. "You really handled yourself well back there against those monsters."

"I know, and that combo we did with Mathayus together was epic."

"Totally. So tell me, have you seen any more of those fiends yet?

"No monsters here." he replied to the hero, looking side to side. He began to sweat a little from all that walking and patrolling. He went to a nearby lake with glistening water under the sun. He bent down and splashed a small amount of water on his face. 

"You look hot, do you need to cool off?"

"Yeah." he wiped the sweat off his face. "I guess I would, then he splashed some cold water on his face, then Link followed after and did the same thing.

"Ah, that hits the spot." Link said

"Patrolling can be exhausting, can it?" said a female voice.

"Ah!" Colin turned around with his sword and new shield in hand. He was dead still when he was standing in front of Queen Chrysalis.

"You!?" Link shouted "What are you doing here?"

"Well, I heard that those poor soldiers have been rescued at last, and I just wanted to say hello to you two, once more." the queen replied in a suspiciously friendly tone.

"Well, we are definitely starting to think that you had a hand- no, i mean hoof in this." Colin remarked

"Oh come now, I told you, didn't I? I have nothing to do with it."

"Well, we are still looking into that, Chrysalis." Link said. He put his sword and shield back in place, then Colin after. But, that did not mean they were convinced that this changeling queen was innocent.

"Now, do tell me, what are you both doing out here?"

"Looking for any more monsters that might threaten us again. If you must know, we just had a diamond dog attack."

"Oh, those insufferable mutts never learn to leave well enough alone, do they?" Chrysalis said in disgust.

"Indeed."

"So, I decided to do it alone, but Link wanted to be with me to be sure I was alright."

"Well, isn't that sweet." Chrysalis said, placing her hoof under the boy's chin. "And that is exactly why I will do THIS!" without warning, with a change of demeanor, she blasted a beam of magic from her horn at Link, knocking him unconscious.

"Link!" Colin said. He was about to go to his aid, but then a couple of changelings stopped him

"Ah ah ah. Let's not be rash, Colin." Chrysalis said. She walked up to him, and reached his hoof at him. The boy closed his eyes, waiting for whatever pain she could inflict on him if possible. Then, he felt his chin being lifted again, looking at her eyes

"Don't worry. I will not hurt you, child."

"You.... you won't?"

"Nope. WE have special plans for you."

"We? who's we?"

Chrysalis made an evil smirk. "You will know soon enough, for now, I think you are getting tired. Why don't you take a little.... rest?" she chuckled. Without warning, she pressed her lips against Colin's, like a kiss. He felt rather tired and sleepy. and suddenly, he was already fast asleep.

"What about him?" asked one of the changeling servants.

"Don't worry about him. He can do nothing now that we have him." she smiled and whispered in his ear "Sweet dreams, sweetie." then she picked him up with her magic, and disappeared with the boy on her back, and the changelings with her.

It was just then, Link woke up, seeing Colin gone. "Oh god! Oh god!" Link cursed "nononononononono. This can't be happening!" he couldn't believe Colin was captured by Chrysalis "I knew we shouldn't have trusted her! I got to tell the others!" then he transformed into a wolf so he can run faster when going back to the cottage

He was right all along, Chrysalis is definitely behind something! What will he do now that Colin's been kidnapped by the changeling queen?


> Stopping the Changeling Queen with help from a Changeling (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Oh these were dark times, dark times indeed. Running as fast as he could while being a wolf, Link was panting while he was moving like a lightning bolt. "This is all my fault." Link said to himself "that witch got my brother because of me!"

He finally reached the cottage again, and stopped to catch his breath before turning back into a human. What would the others think?

Before entering, he pulled out a red potion from his pouch on a bottle and drank half of it, already recharging his energy and stamina. He put the potion back where he brought it out, and went inside to tell everyone the grave news. He barged open the front door, scaring Fluttershy, and a few other ponies inside. "Guys! I have some bad news." Link said

They all murmured to eachother, except for Mathayus. Nonetheless, the darknut was just as confused and puzzled as Twilight, Spike, Discord, and the others were. "What is it, Link?" Fluttershy went to his aid.

"Chrysalis, it's all true, the visions were true, and now she kidnapped Colin!"

"Whaaaat?!?!" They all said in complete horror.

"Oh no, this is terrible!" Spike exclaimed. "How did this happen?"

"Me and Colin were doing a little patrolling around the nearby lake, and then she and a couple of her demons came and wanted to talk to us. Chrysalis knocked me out of the way, and then she kidnapped Colin, and she was gone!"

They all gasped. "I knew there was something that evil insect was hiding under our noses." Rarity pointed

"Yeah, when I see, that evil bitch, I am gonna make her bleed so much, it will make her look like a dead plant!" Rainbow said with anger, pounding her fists together as she was ready for a fight.

"Peace, Rainbow Dash." Mathayus reassured "we will give her what she deserves, but we need to focus on notifying the princess' about what just happen, and how Chrysalis manipulated all of us."

"Mathayus is right." Twilight agreed. "She tricked us all, now we need help from Celestia and Luna to try and stop her."

Discord, with his voice sounding like an angry yell, said "I knew it! I knew Chrysalis was not to be trusted from the day she came here to Ponyville. The bug queen always was a thieving and conniving woman."

"We all knew." Said Applejack.

"We should not dilly-dally, we must fight and summon a search rally." Zecora remarked "if we are not careful, this could be Colin's end of the line. It will not help if we waste precious time. We need to stop her and fix all of this soon, because if we fail, Equestria will surely be doomed."

"Right!" All of them minus Link agreed. "We'll need to make sure at any monsters will not come here and cause havoc, from either here, or Hyrule." Said Twilight

"Yeah!" They all agreed.

"But, we need to help my brother!" Link begged. "I lost him before, and I will not do the same thing ever again."

Fluttershy in a gentle voice, replied "we all want to help him too, but with help from Celestia and Luna, we can all defeat her..... Together."

"She's rig, Link." Said Lyra. "I heard about what happened at the Canterlot wedding and how she and her army attacked the city. Now, I think she is much stronger than ever."

Bon Bon stepped in as she said "and it might take more than just Twilight and the others taking her head-on again."

The hero took a breath and was a little more calm than before.

"Ask yourself, Link," Said Big Mac. "What would Colin do if he wasn't with you?"

"He... He would stay calm and figure out what to do to get out of the problem."

"Exactly!" Said Pinkie.

"He will stay strong." Fluttershy said "we will get him back." She wrapped her arm around him. "We promise."

They all agreed with her, saying many words of how they will bring Colin back, no matter how long it will take. Link was very grateful to have friends like all of these ones would be.

"Thank you, guys." He took a sigh. "I'm sorry, I was just so scared about losing him."

"It's okay." Twilight said

"But, you saved Hyrule from an evil warlock. I mean, you're not scared of anything." Epona pointed

Link really hated to admit it, but, nonetheless, he said "well.... I was a few times."

"You were?" Asked Spike

"Yes. When King Bulblin and his minions took Ilia, and the kids from my village, I thought I would lose them forever." He bowed his head "and no I am so afraid that I will lose the kid that is like a little brother to me." He shed a tear from his eye.

"Everything will be okay." Said Applejack. "We will find him."

"Alright, Spike, let's send another letter." Twilight said with confidence.

"Right! Ready when you are."

Dear Princess Celestia and Princess Luna

We were right all along not to trust Chrysalis. She was behind everything that just happened, and Link's visions were all true. She's kidnapped Colin, and we need your help to get him back. Link has to save him, and so do we. 

Twilight Sparkle

Then Spike sent the letter with fire. "Done and done." He said

"What if more monsters come back? From here or Hyrule?" Discord stated.

They all agreed with him one after another. "He's right." Spike agreed. "What if anymore of those fiends come back?"

Link thought of it through, and replied at last, "Well, we can always thwart them out. I mean, can anyone in Ponyville defend themselves?"

"Of course they can." Applejack said "Ponyville knows exactly how to hold their ground."

"Well, I got an idea." Rainbow said

"What's that?" Link asked. He and the others listened to here what she has to say about her plan.

Rainbow cleared her throat and began "why don't we. Built we build a fifty foot, sheer rock wall around Ponyville, and none of those baddies will ever come in to attack the place." She looked proud and confidential in herself.

The others, however, mildly groaned in irritation. "Really? Where would we even get the tile for the wall?" Twilight asked

"Well we- Discord! You can poof up the wall, right?"

Discord had a nervous look on his face "I'm really sorry, Rainbow, but just because I am a master of chaos, does not mean I am a miracle worker. Even a magical Drancequus like has his limits."

Rainbow mildly groaned "aww, we must do something!"

"And we will." Said Rarity. "For now, we need to figure out where we can find Chrysalis. Besides, we don't even know where that evil insect lives."

"Oh yeah. I forgot." Rainbow shrugged, rubbing the back of her head in a slight embarrassment. She quickly realized that she let her pride get the best of her.

"We could always ask somepony if they would know anything." Fluttershy suggested

"That's good thinking, but I don't think a lot of ponies would know where it is." Twilight replied to her.

Link then had a memory "Oh! I almost forgot to tell you something while you were writing the letter. I forgot to tell you that the Crystal Empire meeting is canceled tomorrow because of Colin."

"Oops, darn me!" Spike cursed

Rarity rubbed his head softly "oh, don't feel bad, sweetie." She said "it wasn't your fault."

"Don't worry, Link. I'm pretty sure she would know by now." Fluttershy remarked

"Well, we should probably go down to Ponyville again to make sure monsters don't come back." Said Applejack. "We will never know what might happen next."

"That may be true, but we should probably stay here, at least until Celestia replies back for any useful information on Chrysalis. After all, it is Link the Hyrulean monstrosities want, not really us."

Link started to feel a little guilty about this whole situation. He was starting to think that all of these troubles and monsters appearing were all his fault. "I hate to say it, but Mathayus is right. It is me they all want." He looked out through a window "and they probably will not stop until my blood stains on their hands."

It was just then Spike felt another letter coming out of his mouth, it had to be the princess. The scroll looks the same as the previous one that he sent her about the terrible news.

Link

Me and my sister are both truly sorry about what happened to Colin. Please, do not blame yourself for his capture, we are both the ones to blame for putting too much trust into that parasite queen. Luna already sent an urgent message to Princess Cadence and Shining Armor about this mere event. And they will bring Thorax to help out. He is a changeling, but do not worry, Spike befriended him and he is actually a really nice and kind-hearted changeling, so do not be alarmed if you see him. Maybe he can help you find Chrysalis and rescue Colin. The three will arrive in Ponyville shortly, so please meet them there and they will do everything they can to help you. Good luck, and be careful.

Princess Celestia and Princess Luna

The Hylian felt sweet relief after hearing the news. He knew at the princess' will do everything they can do to help him bring his god-brother back.

"So this Thorax is a good changeling?" Link said

"Uh-huh, I made friends with him and then made him friends with everypony else in the a crystal Empire.

"Oh yes, he is a real sweetheart." Fluttershy added

Twilight then said "Spike's right, Link. We were all a little unsure ourselves, but he proved us wrong. A changeling can change." then she hugged him like a big sister would do to her little brother.

Link was still a little uncertain, but if he could trust his new friends, then he might be able to be the same with this very peculiar changeling that is against Chrysalis and her ways of ruling. "Well, if what you all say is true about this Thorax, then we better get a move on."

"Right!" they all agreed with him.

Before they all left, Fluttershy said to the animals. "Please be careful. I would never forgive myself if any one of those monsters got you, or.... dealt away with you." she felt like shedding tears just thinking about it

Harry the grizzly went up to her, and place his paw on her shoulder with a smile. He told her everything will be okay, and they will be fine in Bear language.

Fluttershy felt a little better now. "Okay. You're right. Let's go." then they were off.





In town, no monsters from either Hyrule or Equestria were on a rampage this time, which was good since nopony will be in any danger and harm's way.

"Do you think we might need to find them? or will they find us first?" asked Rarity.

"I'm pretty sure my brother and Princess Cadence will find us first." Twilight noted. Then they both waited for the two royal ponies to arrive at their aide. It was not long when they both saw Shining and Cadence coming down the road with the changeling that was called Thorax

"Ahh! A Changeling!" cried Carrot Top

"It's alright, everypony." said Shining. "Thorax is a very friendly changeling. He would't hurt a fly."

Cadence then added "He is a good friend to us. He is nothing like Chrysalis." That was when the three saw Link and the others. "ah, there they are, sweetie."

"Twili!" Shining called to her sibling. "Hello again, Link. The others heard his calling and ran up to them. "Celestia told us what happened to the kid."

"We are very sorry about what happened." Cadence added

"Hello, guys." Link said "and thank you for your sympathy." He looked at the changeling with a little caution. "So you must be Thorax, right?"

"Uh-huh." He replied. "You must be Link. Princess Cadence and Shining Armor told me about ya, they said they would want my help about what just happened."

"I do. My friend Colin has been kidnapped by Chrysalis, and they said you can help me find where she is."

"I can."

Link grew a smile of hope. "Awesome! Then take me to her."

"Well, should't we come with you? You might need our help rescuing Colin."

"That's nice of you, but I can handle myself. I defeated Ganondorf, and I think I can fight an army of changelings and theit queen."

"Please." Fluttershy begged. "Please let us help you." Then she made the puppy eyes at him.

Link had a look of slight uncertainty, but remembered how the others fought well against the diamond dogs, Bokoblins, and lizalfos for when they were coming at Link with full zeal. "Well, okay. I guess you all can come."

They all cheered after hearing that. "We promise we will protect you." Twilight vowed. 

"Thank you." Link said with great gratitude. "I'm just gonna say is fight well, and be careful."

"We will." Lyra said

"We'll always be ere for you when you need our help." Bon Bon added,

The changeling made a rather weird sound that was like an unusual growl or what not, with a little hissing. They all looked at him with one eyebrow raised over their pupils. "Sorry, I'm like that when I see strong friendship bonds like this."

"It's fine. You just need a little more control." Spike notified.

"I know."

"Don't worry, Link. We'll take care of things from here and you look for Colin, alright?" Said Shining.

"Okay."

Then they all went to the train station for the badlands where they all might encounter Chrysalis and make her pay for her deceit.

While on board, looking at the window, Link said to himself "Stay strong, buddy. We'll get you back soon." He then felt Fluttershy wrapping her arm around his shoulders

"We will find him. We promised "the yellow pegasus softly remarked.

"So, Thorax, are you sure you know the way to Chrysalis' castle, or lair?" The Hylian asked the changeling.

"Of course. However, we might need the element of surprise if we want this to work. Now, I want everypony to just follow my lead, I have a plan."
> Perilous Quest (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

At last, they arrived in the badlands near the towns of Appleoosa and Dodge City. Link looked around at his surroundings and saw the reason why it was called the badlands, nothing but a bunch of bronzy-orange, sandy grounds and lots of rocks, pillars and boulders scattered across these plains. Hardly any plants were ween, except for a couple of tumbleweeds, regular weeds and some small plants and cactus's. 

"This place is looks more eerie than I remember." Thorax remarked

Link still felt some slight distrust over this oddly nice changeling, but decided to put more trust in him as his friends did. "Well, do you still remember the way to Chrysalis' lair?" he asked him

"Hmm-mm. It may have been a looong while since I have been in this wretched wasteland, but I do remember where she is and the path all too well."

The Hylian felt more trusting in this character, and smile "Good. And, we all move forward with the plan, right?"

"Right!" his large posse all said. 

"We'll be with you all the way to get Colin back!" Lyra said with great triumph.

"And we will show that meanie Chrysalis what happens when she does such horrible things." Fluttershy added, trying to act as tough as possible.

Link smiled. "Thanks guys. I just want you all to be careful, and be safe."

"Don't worry, Link." said Applejack "We'll all be just fine, as long as our friendship remains with us."

"Yeah, let's go kick some Changeling butt!" Rainbow said, feeling more than ready to pick a fight with those insects, then she remembered Thorax, and said to him "Oh, not you, Thorax, but the bad ones."

"It's fine." the changeling remarked. "Just stick with me, and the plan, and it just might work for all of us. Now, I'll lead the way. Just stay close and be on the lookout for any Changelings that make be outside looking for food."

"Or us!" Rainbow said. 

"She's right." Twilight agreed. "Now that Chrysalis kidnapped Colin, she might have told the others changelings about Link and what he is capable of."

"She's afraid of him." Spike realized

Applejack then said in a stern voice "She should be. Since Link killed and evil wizard from taking over his home."

"Well, her fears will not matter when I confront her." said Link.

"Here here." Rarity agreed.

Discord then had a thought. "Guys. I was just thinking, what I'd we all fall into a trap when we get inside? I have been in quite a few run-ins with her, and she is the Hide-and-seek type of creature, after all."

"You're not wrong." Said Thorax. "My mother is definitely like that."

"Your mother?" Asked Link

"Well yeah. We are insect-like after all. We all hatched from her when we were embryos and eggs."

"Oh yeah." Said Twilight. "That would make sense."

Rainbow stepped up by reminding "I think we're getting off track here."

"Right. The point is, we'll never know until we find out for sure."

"Indeed. We need to know if she is behind her curtain, for myself am feeling uncertain." Zecora added.

The heat was starting to get to them a little, and some of them were already sweating. Nevertheless, they kept on walking down the road where Chrysalis was. On the way, there were some changeling that would try and attack Link, but he slew them without ease.

"So guys," Link addressed to his friends. "You're all with me, right?"

"Of course we are." Said Fluttershy. "We will always be there on your side to bring a Colin back."

"Yeah, we will help you get that bug what for!" Rainbow added

"We'll be with you till the end." 

"Yeah, what Twilight said." Spike agreed

"Uh oh, there's a big changeling coming this way!" Big Mac warned.

He was right, this peculiar changeling was larger than his original counterparts, more muscular, and meaner, with his face more broader and more square, too. Another difference was that his eyes were greener than blue ones. The vermin was accompanied with two of the more small, common type. Lastly, he had larger wings than his smaller comrades. "He's the one!' Said the brute, "that's the guys our queen told us about!"

Link was more than prepared to fight him off. "Stand aside!" He ordered. "Or else you will suffer the consequences!"

The changelings all gauffed at his threat. "Talk's cheap coming from-" then the ringleader noticed Thorax accompanying them. "Wait, Thorax? Is that you?"

Everyone on both sides looked at the peculiar changeling.

"What are you doing with these.... Weaklings?"

"They are not weaklings!" Thorax retorted. "They are my friends!"

"Pfft, as of changelings even need friends." He and his Henchmen laughed mockingly at him. "Just look at you, you gone all soft and sappy."

"Hey!" Spike shouted "never talk to a thorax like that, you filthy vermin!" 

The three insects demeanor went from prideful to anger. "How dare you call us that!" Said the leader. He and the other two were charging at him, but before they could touch him, Link sliced them all them down, killing them instantly

"Thanks, Link!'

"No problem, Spike." Link replied "you alright?"

"Yeah, I'm fine. Thanks to you." Then the Hylian rubbed his head playfully.

"Maybe you should watch what you say next time."

"Good idea."

At last they were almost there to her home, and could see a large cave ahead of them. Of course, along the way, several changelings were attacking them, but Link killed them with his bow and arrow, slingshot, boomerang, clawshot, ball and chain, and other weapons he had.

Twilight, Mathayus, and the others fought some of them off too, but Link was the one who did most of the killing.

Finally, they were there, but were hidden, for there were four guards guarding the entrance to keep out intruders. "Okay, now let me just talk to these guys, and we'll be in." Thorax instructed "you all just stay here until I give the signal."

"Got it." Spike understood.

"Don't be long." Twilight added

"I won't I promise." The kind changeling went up to the guards, feeling a little nervous inside, but he had to do what he needed to help his friends, both old and new.

"Identify yourself." One of the guards ordered.

"Thorax, let me enter, you dirtbags." He threatened them

"Of course. Go right in." Said another guard.

Then, Thorax silently gave the signal to his cohorts, and Pinkie lept out lf nowhere, leading em to where a Link and Mathayus were in the bushes. The insects went from annoyed to terrified. Link took out the first two and Mathayus took out the other, by literally breaking their necks with a loud crunch.

"Oh my." Rarity said "I know they are changelings, but don't you think that was a little too..... Barbaric, Mathayus?"

"Perhaps, but it's faster that way. It would be way more quieter than clashing swords."

"Goodness. Can you please just warn me before you do that?"

"Don't worry. I will not do that a lot. I promise. And besides, all of the changelings, minus Thorax of course, are evil."

""Right, now let's go get Colin back." Said Pinkie. Then they all inside the cave. Of course, like any other cave in the world, it was dark, so a twilight, Rarity, and Lyra lid their horns to help everyone see what is going on around them.

Link was absolutely stunned to see a bunch of green, slimy eggs around him and his friends. Some cocoons hung from the roof. "Wow, this has to be Chrysalis' home."

"Yep, it's her home, alright." Said Twilight."

"This place is just so scary." Fluttershy shuddered in fear. Afraid l not, she was with there by Link and her friends' sides.

"This hovel had no interests of mine." Zecora made a small shudder "just being in here just sends a shiver down my poor spine."

"Tell me about it." Twilight agreed. "I can't even remember the first time I was trapped in a changeling's lair. Such as this. Frankly, I almost do not want to know." Then she felt a little spine shiver of her own. "I'm not pretty sure I want to talk about it so much.

"Keep your wits about, guys. There could be Bokoblins or lizalfos around here." Link instructed. "Don't lose us, and don't fall behind,"

"Right." They all replied to him. With his lantern bouncing from side to side, Link led the way down through the catacombs of this wretched place.

After a long way down through a few tunnels and passageways, Twilight, Fluttershy, and the others saw a horrible, muscular creature with a big mouth with large, jagged teeth, beady, blue eyes with no pupils. A necklace, and had a tale and hooves of a pig. He had a large battle ax that was longer than himself and was double-sided.

They all stood their ground, ready to fight this vermin. "Easy guys, it's a moblin!" Link warned.

It made a few menacing growls and snorted like a pig a couple of times. "So, the hero has arrived." It said in a voice that sounded like a squealing. "And old dog breath." Obviously, he was referring to Mathayus.

"Get him, Guys!" Said Bon Bon. They all charged at the moblin, knocking him down, and beating him to death, then Twilight dealt the final blow upon hmm.

"Well, that was easy." Said Spike.

"Let's just get moving, but be more careful. If there was a moblin here, then their cold be more of them."

"Check." Big Mac said.

They all encountered a few lizalfos next, and all of the, began to fight with them. Fluttershy twisted the neck of one, and then Pinkie kept teasing one by popping out of random locations like a whack-a-mole game,

One lizalfos was killed with a slice to his face by accident. There was all swords, teeth, claws, fists, kicking, stabbing all around until they were all terminated,

"Great job, guys. We make a pretty good time."

"Oh. I concur." Said Rarity. "Look at how well we fought,"

"We should totally do this more often." Said Pinkie. "That was fun fun fun!"

"Yeah, we could be like..... Super heroes of some kind. I can be Zapp, and you can all be my sidekicks." Rainbow gloated 

They all looked at her in an unamused type of look. "Really?" Said Applejack.

"What? I don't know what names you should all get as super heroes."

"Come on, guys. Let's get back to the matter at hand. Colin's life is at stake." Mathayus reprimanded. He looked at the road ahead of him "hopefully, this should not be long now."

They all agreed with him and continued to the throne room ( if there is any) within the caverns. Then there was a small group of Bokoblins on guard, and immediately charged at Link and his fire ds.

"He's the one that killed our king!" Said one Bokoblin in a rather annoying, shrieky voice.

Without ease, Rainbow jabbed so many punches on one, and delivered a final punch with am uppercut that made him fly to the other side of the cave. "Punching the heck out of a monster, is there anything before than that?" She gloated.

Mathayus easily killed one by throwing it to a pile of rocks.

"Aww man, there's a really large jewel in the way." Said Spike.

"I know just the trick." Link stated, then pulled out his large ball and chain. "Now, you might all want to take a step back." They all did what he instructed and backed away for a link to swing the metal ball. After a minute of long swinging, a link launched it to the large jewel that was a road hazard. It shattered into a dozen little pieces with a loud shattering echoing through the room, like glass.

"Wow, that is one amazing pouch." Fluttershy remarked.

"Thanks. So glad to have this baby with me." Link then pouted his pouch.

"That was really cool. That ball and chain is one intriguing tool." Zecora remarked.

"Yep, this pouch always comes in handy." Then he looked at his lantern. "Uh-oh, my lantern needs some oil." Then he pulled out a bottle filled with lantern oil, and poured it into the lantern. "There we go." Then he put the lantern back on his waist.

"So, what kind of a monster was that big one we encountered before those bokoblins?" Asked Fluttershy. "He looked really scary."

"A moblin, Fluttershy. They are like Bokoblins, except they are meaner, stronger, and not to mention, smarter than them. I didn't really encounter them as much, but I have fought with them before. But don't worry, you guys handles him really nicely back there. I'm pretty sure you'll be fine."

"Yeah. I suppose you're right. After all, I did hit him really good." Fluttershy said with a giggle. They all laughed with her.

"And besides. You got me to protect you, my dear friend." Discord remarked, snuggling her like a teddy bear. 

"Aww, thank you, Discord." The yellow pegasus hugged him back.

"Come on, let's keep going."

As they kept venturing, Mathayus stopped them "Wait!" He said. "Look up there." He pointed everyone what he was looking at the ceiling, and on top of them were a swarm of keese perching.

"Good call, Mathayus." Said Fluttershy 

"Thank you." The darknut smiled

"Here i'll take care of it." Link volunteered. He pulled out his bow and arrow, that he combined with a bomb to make a bomb arrow. He concebtrated, but not for a long while for if he didn't launch it in time, it will blow up the area, like a regular bomb would do. Finally, he fired with the sound of whistling, and a loud ka-boom was heard with an echo.

The bats all screeched, and fell dead on the floor, turning into black clouds of smoke one at a time.

"Nice shot." Said Discord.

"Everyone of them died. My goodness, Link, you have quite a bateleaur eagle's eye." Zecora complimented.

Link slightly flushed at her comment. "Ah, well. You know. Being a hero of Hyrule and all taught me discipline."

"Hey guys look." Rainbow pointed. She was pointing at a room on the right of them. "Should we go in there?"

"No. It probably wouldn't be where Chrysalis would be hiding, anyway." Link remarked. "Let's just keep pushing forward."

"Well, she's right. I think we should go in there." Thorax urged. "This place is a lot bigger than you would all think it is. Besides, we might find a clue to where the Chrysalis may be hiding."

The Hylian looked uncertain, but nonetheless, he said "okay. I suppose we'll give it a shot." Then they all entered the room.all of them froze when they saw six moblins ready for some killing.

"Well, look who it is, boys." Said their leader, with slobber sharp teeth the size of on'a lower arm. "He's the one the queen told us about."

"Where is Colin?!" Link demanded "Tell me where he is, or suffer!"

"Ooh, talk's cheap" said another moblin.

"But no. We ain't telling. But what we will say is he will get what's coming to him. ATTACK!!!" The leader ordered. Then, a fight broke out in the room. Fluttershy was a little scared by the miblin's appearance, but she decided to be brave to save her friends. She dodged a few punches from it, and kicked him multiple times in the face, then did a final kick to him, flying against a wall. The finishing move for her was breaking it's neck, killing him instantly.

"Oh my." She said. "I hope I didn't overdo it."

"Very nicely done, Fluttershy ." Mathayus acknowledged her.

"Oh. Thank you." Fluttershy replied. Just then, another moblin was coming at her, possibly for revenge for killing his comrade. Before he could deliver a mortal blow on her however, he was stopped by another sword, and it was Discord. He broke the battle axe from the moblin's three-fingered hands, and headbutted the moblin, and pit his sword away.

"Care to do the honors, Mathayus?" Said the master of chaos 

"With pleasure." The darknut replied with a smile, showing his canine teeth. The moblin ran back and punched Mathayus multiple times on the chest, but it did little effect. Then it was the darknut's turn to make his move. He sliced his sword at it four times, and killed it when he stabbed him from under his mouth. Just like that, his body fell dead, with his mouth agape before turning to black smoke.

"Thank you so much for saving me." Fluttershy said with gratitude.

"Anything for my dear, adorable little friend " Discord replied to her.

Twilight was shooting one with her magic but to no avail, then she found herself knocked out by a mighty fist. Before the moblin could finish her, however, Lyra and Bon Bon kicked it from behind at the same time, causing it to fall dead. "You okay, Twilight?" Bon Bon asked

"Yep. Thanks to you two."

"Teamwork!" both Lyra and Bon Bon said, bumping their rumps to eachother.

As the other moblins were taken care of, the leader himself was left alive. He was rather afraid at how Link and his friends. "Now, for the last time, moblin." Link threatened. His voice turned into a scream when he asked "Where is Colin?!"

"You better tell him now!" Rainbow added. "You know you can't win!"

"You're outnumbered, thirteen to one." Twilight added.

"Unless you wanna face the wrath of my hooves, I suggest you tell him now." said Big Mac, looking more than willing to beat the hell out of the leader.

"Alright! Alright!" the leader caved in. "The runt is in the throne room a couple of stairs down, just follow the left passageway, and you will see a large door bigger than the others, can't miss it."

"Good."

"But no lying, or we'll be back." Fluttershy threatened.

"Yeah, go Fluttershy!" Rainbow cheered on.

Then as soon as they were going to the destination, the moblin smiled and was about to kill them behind, but little did he know that Link heard him, and before it could perform the Mortal blow, Link performed his Mortal Draw on him, like he was nothing. 

"Nicely done." Said Big Macintosh. "But was he telling the truth about Colin and Chrysalis?"

"He was. I can tell by his eyes." Applejack noted.

"Good. Let's go."

It took a little longer than they thought it would be, but they notice a large largedoor in front of them. The down part was it had a large lock, sealing it shut on the outside

"Dammit! There's a lock on it. Looks like we'll need a key."

"No we won't" Twilight said. "I know a trick how to get this open." Then she used her magic to magically open the lock, making it fall to the floor after being removed.

When they all entered the throne room, they saw that it was even bigger than the other rooms and hallways. The drapes and the walls were all dark green. The throne itself was backwards, probably because the queen wanted to make an entrance.

"Chrysalis!" Link shouted in a booming voice, pointing his Master Sword. "It's over, give Colin back!"

But when it turned around, it revealed not Chrysalis, but.... someone else.

"Oh look, mister hero's hear. You ready to save the day?" Said Dark Link mockingly.

"You?!" Link said infuriated. 

"You?!" Everyone of his friends said thereafter

"Oh come on, don't tell me you're all happy to see me. If you're looking for Chrysalis, don't bother." He got off the throne. "She's not here."

"Where is she?! And what did she do to Colin?!" Link screamed

"Relax. Colin's just fine..... for now. For Chrysalis, she gave me strict orders to me to not give you her whereabouts."

Link was becoming more annoyed. "You better tell me, or else...."

"Or else what?" Dark Link sneered. 

"You will pay for all the damage you caused!"

"Ooh. I'm so scared." The evil clone said in mock fear. "You think i'm afraid of you? Well think again!" Then he went in front of him, pulling his evil sword and shield. "I am you!"

Then they clashed. There was sounds of heavy swords clanging and sounds of punching and kicking. The others just watched as this grudge match was happening again.

Like before, these two fighters were matched. It was hard to decide which side was winning or not. Link jumped through a wall, and sliced Dark Link through his spleen, causing the duplicate to yell I'm agony.

Both were panting, growing a little weary. "Well, let me you in on a little secret." Dark Link said with a chuckle. "You're not the only one who can have the power of the beast within yourself. Watch this!" Then he transformed into a wolf like Link, except his eyes were red and his fur jet black. "How's this?!" He shouted

Link then turned himself into a wolf thereafter. "You wanna play it like that? Fine."

Then they both fought, wolf style. They both clung their jaws against one another, causing some blood to spill.

Dark Link rammed himself against the good Link, but the real one got up, and pushed his duplicate on his side. He grabbed on the neck with his teeth so he can die, but Dark Link threw him off.

At last, Dark Link was growing frustrated. "Well, here's another form that you do no have." Then, he turned from a wolf to a werewolf! In a more monstrous voice, he said "now you will all die!"

"We have to help him!" Twilight said. She and the others were about to rush tp his aid, but were stopped by the darknut.

"No. This is Link's battle." Said Mathayus.

Link knew he couldn't take on on his double being a werewolf. So he changed back into a human, and pulled out his sword and shield again. 

"Let's go!" The the fighting continued

He dodged many claw strikes that Dark Link was throwing at him, and Link sliced Dark Link a few times, causing him to flinch. Link charged at him with his shield, causing the beast to fall backward. Just then, before Link could kill him, Dark Link bit the real Link, causing him to yell in pain. 

Finally, Link did a few powerful slices, and finished him off with the ending blow. As the Master Sword went through his evil heart, Dark Link could hardly believe it. He reverted back to his human self

"We- we would have made a good team, you know? We could work well together. After all, i'm you." 

"We both know that is a damn lie." Link replied.

Before Dark Link faded completely, he said "alright. Chrysalis is hiding in Canterlot. Colin is with her. But I will warn you. She is with someone else. Someone far more powerful than her. These two are working together."

"Who?"

"His name is...." but Dark Link soon died and vanished into dust.

Link panted from exhaustion, and put his sword and shield away. He drank a red potion to regain his strength to be ready for anymore fights.

"Link, are you okay?" Asked Fluttershy.

"Yeah" Link grunted. 

Rarity made a gasp. "You're bitten!"

They all looked.

"Oh no, that means you'll turn into a werewolf too!" Spike panicked

"Don't worry. I won't turn into one of those fiends. I promise. Besides, if I would turn into one, I wouldn't have a crave for blood lust, I promise you."

"Good" Rainbow said.

"So, who else is working for Chrysalis? I have a strong feeling that this.... man is behind all of this." Zecora said

"Maybe you're right, Zecora" Twilight agreed. "Maybe he is the source of all our problems."

"Well, what are we waiting for?" Let's go Canterlot!" Big Mac said with triumph. They all went out of the changeling lair, and went back to Ponyville to see if any monsters attacked or not.

As usual, Link feared for Colin's safety.

"I'm really array if I brought you all there for nothing." Thorax said with guilt

"Ah, don't be so hard on yourself. It wasn't your fault." Said Link. "Discord was right, she is a hide and seek type of crrsture, after all."

"Thank you."
> From Bad to Worse (New Help) Edited
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

At the train station, just when they all got off, Link and his friends were happy to see that Ponyville was okay and not hit by any Changelings or other monsters.  His leg was patched up by the bite from Dark Link when he was a werewolf, right before he killed him.

They all saw Mayor Mare, and all rushed up to her. "Mayor, is everything okay in Ponyville? Any monsters attacking while we were gone?"

"Oh no." Said Mayor Mare. "Everything is just fine, princess Twilight. There have not been any attacks from those vermin that yoy and Link fought before." They were all happy to hear that the town was safe, for Link worried that there night have been a sneak attack while he and his cohorts were not there. However, they all knew that this little crisis was far from over, for Dark Link was only a puppet with Chrysalis pulling his strings. 

"Good. But we still got bigger problems, miss mayor." Said Link. "Twilight might have told you, but Chrysalis was playing us all along."

Mayor Mare had a look of slight guilt on her face. "I am really sorry you did not find Colin, Link." She said to the Hylian.

"It's alright. It's not your fault."

"Indeed, Chrysalis manipulated all of us."

"We are all victims of her plan." Big Mac added

"What was she trying to do?" Asked Mayor Mare. "Was she trying to take over Equestria again?"

"Of course. Why else would she try and do this?" Spike replied to her. Then he remembered what Link's evil double said before the real one killed him. "But she is not alone."

"He's right. Chrysalis is working with somepony with this scheme." Fluttershy agreed. Then she made a small shiver of fear with a chill coming right through her spine. "I don't even want to know who."

"Wait, Discord." The mayor wad getting a little suspicious of the master of chaos.

"Oh come on! I'm a good guy now." Then he conjured an angel robe along with a pair of wings and a halo on his head with a chorus singing in the background.

They all agreed with him. "He's right." Said Lyra. "If he a was behind it, we would know. Besides, Chrysalis and him have a long history with hating eachother."

'Yeah, they have quite a grudge on eachother." Said Bon Bon. "It's somepony else."

For a moment it was silent. It became a little still that they can all hear the breathing of the darknut. "Well. Who was it? Who is really behind all of this?" Said Mayor Mare at last.

'We do not know. But me, and the guys are working on it. And I promise you, I will make sure this guy will face justice with my master sword for taking Colin away from me."

"Excellent. We will need your help to stop this madness."

"And mayor, i'm sorry if I caused all this. It's all my fault that all these monsters are coming here."

"Don't say that, Link." The mayor reassured him. "This was not your fault. If anypony is to blame, it's that foul queen herself for causing all these problems."

"Exactly!" Thorax agreed. "She is behind all of this somehow." 

"Twilight! Guys!" Called a stallion's voice. It was Shining Armor with Princess Cadence by his side. "Did you find her?"

They all had looks of lost hope. "No." Twilight said sadly

"What happened?" Asked Cadence 

"She wasn't there." Said Rarity slowly. "Chrysalis knew that we were coming to look for her in her lair, and she fled just before we all arrived there to stop her."

"Dammit." Shining cursed under his breath. "She's good."

"But we did find Dark Link, and the real Link killed him. So he won't be a problem anymore." Said Applejack 

"That's good, but it's not over yet." Said Cadence.

"Of course. Princess Cadence, Shining, please listen to me." the couple both kept quiet for what Link was about to tell them. "Chrysalis is not alone." Link said specifically and distinctly. "Someone else is behind all of this madness. The monsters, the disruption of peace in this world, this guys is behind everything, someone far more powerful than Chrysalis herself."

Cadence and Shining looked at eachother, knowing how serious this is. "How.... how did you know?"

"My evil doppelganger told me right before he died when I killed him."

"Who?" said Cadence

"I.... I don't know." Link admitted with shame. He wish he knew who the monster behind all of this was behind his visions. "Dark Link never told me his name. That was when he turned into black dust."

"It wasn't your fault." said Thorax. "There is still time to stop her before anything else goes wrong."

"Right. So, Shining, princess, did you see any monsters come into town?"

"Nope. Not that we know of." said Cadence

"Good."

"Maybe it was King Sombra." Spike made a theory.

"Pfft, that's impossible. He's not coming back here in Equestria any time soon, since you were the one that defeated him, Spike." Rainbow said.

"Oh yeah."

"She's right, Spike." Twilight agreed with her friend. "There was no way it was King Sombra."

"Yes, I promise that if he was back, we would know." Discord added.

"Touché." The baby dragon concurred

"Oh! I just have a thought!" Pinkie blurted. Then they all looked at her, wanting to know what she has to say out of her system.

However, Pinkie remained silent for at least a minute, starting to annoy some ponies and Link and Mathayus. "What is your thought, Pinkie?!" Twilight shouted impatiently

"Wouldn't Queen Chrysalis and King Sombra make such a cute couple?" Then they all groaned at her randomness. Link face-palmed his head in annoyance.

"Seriously, Pinkie?" Said Rainbow.

"Well yeah. Think about it, they are both evil rulers who terrorize their own subjects, and torture-"

"Pinkie!" Fluttershy interrupted her. "Please. We have to focus on saving Colin and stopping the changelings from taking over Equestria, remember?"

"Oh. Silly me." She giggled.

Link rolled his eyes in annoyance. "Right. Now at we have gotten that out of the way, what else should we do?"

"The evil you told you that they were at Canterlot." Said Big Mac. "I'm pretty sure he was telling the truth."

"Yes, but where in particular are they in Canterlot?" The Hylian stated, trying to be more specific to him. "Do you think they might be in the castle?"

They all thought of where to fix the queen and save the boy from her grip. "Well, what if Dark Link was lying?" Said Lyra. "what if Chrysalis is not hiding there after all? It could possibly be part of a trap to ensnare us all."

"Well, I would agree, Lyra. But, Dark a link was telling the truth. I bet Chrysalis' life on him. Maybe it is all a ploy to lure me into one of her traps, like in her lair from before. "It's all up to us to see what is really going on here., and what these visions mean."

"Right!" Minus Mayor Mare, Cacence and a shining Armor.

"We must fight posthaste today. I fear that there will be hell to pay." Zecora added.

Mathayus cracked his knuckles before he remarked, "It is going to be a bloodbath"

"We'll be ready for anything." Said Applejack.

All of a sudden, a colt said Link's name from a distance away. It was none other than Pipsqueak. "Link! Link! Come quick!" He shouted

"What's wrong, Pip?" The Hylian asked in alarm.

"An army of monsters are coming this way!"

"What?!" They all said. They all ran as fast as they could through town, and looked over the fields at the outskirts. Before their eyes, it was a horde of Bokoblins, Kargaroks, Moblins, Lizalfos, Dinolfos, Aeralfos,mane many many other of Link's old foes from before.

Sure, the cave of Ordeals was one thing in the Gerudo desert. But this was just too much, even for Link. The numbers were far greater than him and Ponyville. Worst of all, Ponyville wasn't really ready to face a threat like this, and was defenseless against the enemy.

"Oh. My. Gosh." Said Twilight with her jaw dropped to the ground.

"Difeinitely a sight I have never seen before. Quite large numbers for a monster horde." Zecora added, equally surprised.

Link didn't know what to do, he was on thin ice and time was running out before Ponyville would become nothing but a series of ruins. 

"Ms. Mare, are any other ponies in this little town graceful fighters like we are?"

"Are you kidding, Rariy." Said the mayor in an exasperated voice. "We are a peaceful town, heck, one of the most peaceful in all of Equestria to be exact!"

"Oh right. My sincere apologies." The mayor didn't really reply but rolled her eyes in slight irritation.

"Discord, can't you do something?" Asked Twilight.

"Just because a master of chaos like moi does has a unique gift of magical abilities, does not mean that I can take out an army against enemies with ease.

"Well, there is only one thing that we can do." Applejack remarked, knowing that they might not all make it through this. "We fend off Ponyville till the end!"

"Yeah!" They all said in unison.

Link took out his primary weapons and muttered to himself "at least I'll die trying." If anything did happen to Equestria like this attack, and if he couldn't stop it, he would never forgive himself? Then he waited for the worst to happen and took a breath through his nose,

As the monster army was getting closer, a peculiar horn was heard on the distance, causing the enemy army to stop dead in their tracks.



When Link looked to see what it was, he was more than relieved to see King Bulblin, his former nemesis and Lord Bulbo, his pig-like steed. With him were his Bulblin followers and darknuts like Mathayus.

"Oh great!" Bon Bon exclaimed. "Now we got more enemies to defeat."

"No no no." Link said "they are just old friends of mine." Then he smiled.

When the Bulblin army clashed with the monster side, there were sounds of clashing swords, skin being punched and kicked all around, stabbing, and death cries. Finally, there was silence, making King Bulblin the victor of this small war.

They all went up to Link and halted with the kin and some of his other followers getting of their bulbous.

"Hello, Bulblin." Said Link in a tone of gratitude. 

"Hello.... Hero." The king replied. "I haven't seen you around for quite some time now." The he gave an ugly smirk on his face.

"How did you all get here?"

"Long story. The point is you got to save your so-called brother."

"How do you- wait, nevermind. Long story, got ya."

"Yeah."

Then a darknut classed on black armor went up to the hero, and took off his helmet that looked more like a wolf-like beast. "Link, we would like to thank you for creating a new alliance with our noble leader, Marhayus, and our people with your own." Then he gave an honorary bow to him.

Link was more than happy to here that.

"Mighty Matyahus." Said another darknut. "We would like to thank you for giving us a new hope for your subjects."

The darknut leader smiled. "I thank you all for your proud support and your kindness, but I am afraid we have a larger problem to deal with right now." He addressed.

"We know." Said the first Darknut.

One Bulblin then said "our swords, bows, and clubs are at your service." Then they all bowed their weapons to him in respect and honor.

"For our people." Said the darknut.

"For our people!" The other canine beasts repeated with triumph.

"You still are stronger than anyone else, aren't you, boy?" King Bulblin asked the hero

"Of course."

"Good. I might have said this before, but I might as well say it again: I follow the strongest side, that is all I ever know."

Link smiled, happy to hear that again. "That's good. Because I still am the strongest."

This made the king smirked amusingly. "Good. Ah, and I believe introductions are in order with your new friends."

"Right, well we can do that later, but right now, I got a job for you guys."

"Of course." Said king Bulblin in a not-so interested tone. 

"What do you need, Link?" A different darknut asked the hero.

"I need you guys to watch over Ponyville and protect it from danger while me and my friends go to Canterlot to stop queen Chrysalis and this other person she is white once and for all." Link instructed. "I need you all to guard this place with your lives until then.

"Of course." 

Mathayus lifted his large sword and shouted "for Hyrule!"

"For Hyrule!" The other darknuts followed after.

"Now, here is what I need you all to do,"
> Changeling Assault on Ponyville (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

King Bulblin was hearing a plan from Link, since he still respects the hero a great deal. Hopefully, he will remain on the strongest side. The other Bulblins and the Darknuts were also listening to the plan.

Meanwhile, Fluttershy was getting along nicely with some of the bulbos.

"Oh, who's a good piggy?" The yellow pegasus baby-talked playfully. "Yes, you are. Yes you are." The gargantuan pig oinked happily and rubbed the side of it's head against her. "Oh, you're so sweet."

Some of the other Bulblins were taking notice. "Well, this is rater intriguing." Said one scratching his back.

"Yeah. Sure our bulbos can be tamed, but not like this." Said another one, tilting his head sideways. 

Twilight was studying one of the beasts herself, and writing down notes. "Ooh, really robust." She muttered in fascination. Next, she pulled up a measuring tape to measure the bulbo she was observing. The large, pig-like creature made a few grunts as the tape was going around itself. It was rather a little uncomfortable for itself, but he was calmed by Fluttershy.

"Thanks for helping me, Fluttershy." Twilight remarked to her best friend."

"Of course. He's just a little nervous about this. But don't be." The yellow pegasus then addressed to the beast. The bulbo replied with a low grunt at her, and slightly wagged his head to keep the flies off of him.

"I don't know if that's such a good idea, pony." Said a Bulblin, taking notice of this activity. "Please don't hurt my big boy."

"Don't worry." Said Twilight. "He's fine. Right, Fluttershy?"

The pegasus nodded back to her with a smile.

"So, what do you think they are talking about in there?" Asked Pinkie.

"What do you think Pinkie?" Rainbow replied to her naive friend. "They are gonna talk about a plan on case Ponyville is under attack by those lizard monsters, or Bokoblins, or a changeling sneak attack."

"Of course." Said another Bulblin. "So do you all know who we are?"

"Yeah, Link told us about the time you kidnapped his friends and sides with Ganondorf." Applejack answered to him. "And the time your king decided, along ith all of the rest of you decided to be more peaceful."

The imp made a small growl. "We might not be proud of serving Ganondorf. That double crossing bastard." Then he made a grunt.

"However," Another Bulblin stepped up. "We will be more than honored to aide him to his cause. We never really wanted that to happen, but Ganondorf tricked us like he did with the Darknuts."

"So, he tricked you, and became his puppets to do his budding." Rarity noted

"That's right. We were all more then happy to hear the Demon King was no more. So we come to an agreement to make peace for all races in Hyrule."

"I'm glad." Said Twilight proudly. 

"You will still fight with us, will you?" Asked Fluttershy

"Of course we will." The Bulblin replied to her. "Of course, that's for our kng to decide on this matter."

"Right."

"Besides, we also want a little something in return for this."

"And for our people as well." Said a darknut. 

"We know about you guys.' Rainbow stated. "You want to make peace and be apart of Hyrule, right?"

"Of course." Another darknut replied happily. "We want to show the land that we are not what the other races think we are."

"And what about you?" Asked Spike.

"Well, we-"

***

"-want to have as much privileges as all you other races have." Said King Bulblin, negotiating with the hero,

"Like?"

King Bulblin cleared his throat, and clarified "We want our own city on Hyrule's soil. A place that we will be welcomed with the utmost respect. Perhaps us being apart of Hyrule will be good for both sides. After all, you are indeed, the strongest warrior I have met and fought in my life."

Link agreed with him with a smirk on his face. And indeed, he remember the times he whooped his butt in the past. "Guilty as charged." He said. "Well, I suppose we can agree on that. But, that would be Zelda's decision, since she is the princess and ruler of my home."

"We know."

"And Link, you will remember to help me, and my people, will you?" Mathayus added. "My people lies on you and princess Zelda's hands."

Link smiled at him. "Of course." The darknut leader smiled back at him. "Now, here is what we will do. While I take care of Chrysalis in Canterlot, you guys will guard the whole town and protect everyone from either lizalfos, Bokoblins, wolfos, or the changelings. Either one, I am counting on you, King Bulbkin to lend a hand. Mathayus, you'll be coming with me."

The darknut nodded to him "good. I will be your sword and shield, as the same for my people for all of Equestria and Hyrule."

"Now, hence their name, changelings can transform, so be very careful. They can turn into anything and anyone. These creatures are sneaky and know the element of surprise. Now, the easiest way to know if it is a changeling when disguised is to show so much love that it will mess with their internal balance."

"You mean.... Hug it?" Said the Bublin king with one eyebrow raised.

"Well..... You could try that, or give them a tough trivia question that they can't answer. Something like that. A question that we know, and they don't."

"Ah. Very well. It is done," Then Link and the king shook their hands and Mathayus smiled, "where shall we be in Ponyville?"

"Well, some of you look outside the city, and many of you stand guard within town. Of course, the other type of enemies won't give you any trouble, but the changelings are tricky, and I thought that maybe you should all know about it."

"Good. Thank you."

"Now, go spread the world. We'll be leaving soon. Shining Armor and Princess Cadence will he,p you guys out for any attacks."

"Perfect." Then they all exited the tent. "Listen up," link announced to the others. "The darknuts and Bublins will be with you guys to protect Ponyville in case more monsters come back, or a changeling attack. Me, Twilight, and my friends are going to Canterlot to put a stop to Chrysalis' plans. I'm counting on you all."

They all cheered for him. "Don't worry, Link." Said Cadence. "We will do everything we can to help these ponies in need with the new help and allies." She and Shining looked at the darknuts and the Bulblins with hope on their faces.

Then they all cheered again, pony, Darknut, and Bulblin alike.

"Good. Don't worry. We will be back after we put an end to this chaos and restore peace to Equestria and Hyrule." Then he went to the Train station. With him were Fluttershy, Twilight, their friends, Big Mac, Zecora, Lyra, Bon Bon, Spike, Discord and Mathayus. When the train arrived, they all boarded it, straight to Canterlot.

For Ponyville, Cadence and Shining Armor will face a battle soon enough, fighting alongside the Bulblins and Dakrnuts. "So, when do you think they will come, princess?" The king asked.

"We are not sure, but it might be sooner than we think." Said Shining, "in the meantime, we should keep our guards up just in case."

"Quite right." 

For the darknuts, they were led by another large one named Cedric, the brother of Mathayus, who had a wolf or husky-like appearance oh his face. Unlike his brother, he was wearing blue armor, an aqua-marine of indigo blue of some kind. Still, he looked rather proud and a devoted fighter.

"Are you ready for this?" Cadence asked him

"Totally. I promise my brother that I will not fail you, your majesty."

"Good. Thank you."

"You are welcome."

'Hey!" Said Ace, the tennis stallion. "Here comes more of them monsters from Hyrule!"

Everyone and everypony went to their battle stations, more than ready to take on the dark dawning shadows in the fields."are you with us, Cedric?"

The darknut nodded. "To the death," he replied

"And what about you, king Bulblin?"

"You're strength give me and my fellas strength." Was all he said back to the handsome prince. The army consisted of lizalfos, Dinolfos, aerolfos, Bokoblins, armos, bubbles (both fire and ice) Keese, kargaroks, and many others

Not only that, but the changelings were with them as allies.

"Chaaarge!!" Shouted all four commanders. Then they all charged at the enemy. Bulblins, darknuts, ponies. They were all charging full of zeal.

Shining was putting up a good fight and knocked out five Bokoblins and kicked a Lizalfos by the throat. A kargarok was about to scratch him with it's mighty talons, but Shining blasted it with his magic, causing it to double over, screeching before it turned to black smoke

Cadence was blocking a Dinolfos' many strikes with his mighty ax, and she rammed into it, causing it to fall backwards. However, when she was not looking, an aerolfos was about go swipe down on her while her back was turned, but before his sword could touch her, a darknut sliced it through it!/ neck, and it's head rolled on the ground.

"Thank you for the save."

"No problem you're majesty." The darknut replied kindly.

The Bulblins were knocking many types of enemies wi their clubs, and shooting the, down with their fire arrows. Most of the kills were from the changelings, since there was more of them in numbers,

Many Bokoblins were gored by the bullbos tusks as they charge at them in full speed, and trampled on several other of those annoying imps to death.

While on lord Bulbo, King Bulbkin swung his axe at several enemies coming at him, many Bokoblins, and changelings, and lizalfos getting thrown like a bunch of ragdolls from the impact. "Hahaha! No one bests a Bulblin!" He shouted in triumph. Then he fired an Aerolfos with his large mighty horns, throwing it on the ground with it's mouth open before turning to black smoke

Cedric was putting up more than a fight with the opposing side, he kept on slashing and punching and kicking like it was nothing. He was definitely like his brother. He panted and growled like a wolf would normally do, Bari his teeth, and sliced literally broke a changeling's neck with his mighty hand.

As a matter of fact, the darknuts were all fighting gallantly in the art of swordplay. Only a few casualties were seenl like a number of four or five, but they were still strong. Not only because of their humongous size, but of their knowledge of the sword and shield like Link does.

"Keep on fighting brothers!" Cedric urged the others. "We can win this!"

Meanwhile, Link was looking out the window for anything he could be on the lookout for, in case any changelings might have taken over the whole capital city.

"So, where do you think she might be?" Asked Pinkie Pie.

"That is beyond me." Said Twilight

"Oh if only we knew. If maybe Dark Link told us at the last moment, we would know." Fluttershy added.

"Don't worry, guys." Link noted. "We'll find her. We just need to do it the old-fashioned way." Then he tapped the Master Sword's hilt to show them what he meant by that,

"I like you're thinking." Said Lyra. "Kicking some changeling butt!"

"Totally." Rainbow agreed.

"Uhh, guys?" Said Twilight. They all looked at her. "How long have the ponies in Canterlot been like this?"

When they got off the train, they all saw that everypony in town was turned to stone, like a bunch of dead living statues. The horror was just too much to bear for Link. "What happened?" Asked Fluttershy

"I don't know." Link replied in shock. He made a growl "this is unforgivable!"

They all shouted in agreement with him.

"To be honest, these statues do look rather adorable." Said the master of chaos.

"Discord, this is serious!" Twilight scolded

"I know. I know. Here, I'll see if I can get them back."

"Wait!" Mathayus stopped him before he could snap his magic fingers. "I think it is best if they would be in this state. They will be safer."

"He's right." Said Link. "We'll get them back after this is all over."

"Very well." Discord noted. "So, I am perfectly ready when you are, Link."

"Come on, let's go find Chrysalis and end this." Said Twilight.

"Yeah!" Then they all looked through town and any clues on where the changeling queen mig be hiding. They all noticed that everypony, stallion, mare, and foal alike, were turned into stone like a gorgon had been here maybe,

Link was definitely starting to get the feeling that Chrysalis would have something to do with this chaos. He just wanted this to go away, and bring balance once again, like his ancestor, the Hero of Time did.

"Now where to look." Link said to himself. He searched far and wide in the stores and restaurants just in case a clue was there. So far, he has found no trace of the insect-like queen whatsoever. He did however, find a few monsters like Bokoblins and lizalfos. 

""Looking for ssssomething?" Said a Lizalfos

"Where is Chrysalis?!" Link demanded. "And what did she do to these ponies?"

"Don't worry." Said the lizard beast. "They are not dead, just sleeping. And for Chrysalis, I will not tell you anything."

"You better, or suffer the consequences." Link threatened,

"Oh no. I'm so scared." The Lisa,for said in mock-terror. "Not!'

Then he charge at Link. He was fast, but Link easily overpowered it without breaking a sweat. "Now will you tell me?"

"Alright! Alright!" It pleaded. "The queen is in the castle just follow her up to the throne room, you would know where it is."

Link was worried about Celestia and Luna now. "Good." He said to the Lizalfos, then he finished it once and for all, and went back to tell the others about what he heard.

""Status report!" Said Big Mac

"She is in the castle." Link answered. "I'm worried that Celestia and Luna might be in terrible danger."

"Then we have no time to lose." Said Bon Bon.

"For Equestria!" Lyra shouted on triumph. They all ran to the castle doors, and opened it to find a swarm of changelings. It looked like they will all have to fight their way out of this,
> Confrontation (Edited)
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"Oh come on!" Said Spike. "We have to fight against all of these changelings? Give me a break!"

With a large amount of confidence and cockiness, Rainbow said "no problem." Then she craved her wings and knuckles. "We defeated Changelings before, we can beat them again."

"Rainbow's right." Twilight agreed. "We have all defeated many enemies more stronger than this. Besides, numbers don't really win a battle against a really powerful force like us."

"No." Link said. "But of course they help on some degree."

Then the leader of the horde hisses and charged at them all, with the others following him posthaste. Nonetheless, Link and his friends were not scared by this little murder attempt in them all. With the Master Sword on Link's side, anything is possible for him, and his allies.

The warriors on the side of good charged at them, and they clashed. Link kept slicing the Master Sword at the incubi like creatures here and there, killing them instantly. 

Rainbow was the one having the most fun with it. She was a fighting machine thanks to her athletic abilities and boastful pride. It was never enough for her, or so she thought. Suddenly, she lost her balance and a pair of changelings were about to finish her off, however, Fluttershy came to her aid and whooped them all.

"Nopony hurts my friends!" Fluttershy said really angry-like. The few other changelings flew away in terror from her to avoid getting their wings clipped, or faces pounded to a pulp. Fluttershy smiled in a triumph. "Are you okay, Rainbow?" She asked her while pulling her up, back on her feet.

"Yeah, totally. Thanks to you."

"Oh well, you know." She flustered. But she did not realize that another changeling was sneaking up behind her, then Rainbow said "Duck!"

Then Fluttershy did what she told him to do, and ducked on the floor. Rainbow punched the changeling hard in the face, throwing it to the wall.

"Thank you."

"What are friends for, Flutters?"

Meanwhile Pinkie was blasting many changelings away with her party cannon that she has just randomly had. After all, she is just being Pinkie Pie, as her friends would say.

Mathayus was like a big, heavy tank against the insect-like monsters. Whenever any changeling was trying to kill him, he would always thwart them with his mighty sword, bash them with his large shield, and even kill them by snapping their necks like a bunch of sticks and twigs. 

They all had to be careful while they were fighting the demonic changelings, because not only where themselves in the castle, but there were also guards and nobles, also turned to stone like the ponies in Canterlot outside.

After ten long minutes, they managed to get rid of this little army. The stoned ponies and guards were not broken, or harmed, which was good. However, they realized the castle looked way more different the last time they were there. The walls were blackish-purple, and had torches that looked demonic. Lastly, the stain-glass windows were replaced with a dark purple with depictions of changelings killing ponies in certain ways, and Chrysalis being on a hill in triumph, as if she won a great battle, and taken over the throne.

"Chrysalis has really done it this time." Said Rarity with anger. "All of these are a crime against fashion, and decoration!"

"Things are starting to become worse." Said Mathayus. "A lot worse."

"Eeyup."

"And all of these ponies turned stone like this." Said Twilight. "This is unforgivable."

They all agreed with her. "Unless this is the other villain that my evil twin said before he died." Link had a theory. They all thought about what he just said, and realized that Chrysalis couldn't create this, because she was not capable of it. Perhaps this is all the work of someone else.

"I think you're right, Link." Said Fluttershy. "Chrysalis cannot be that powerful to create all if this horror."

"Then we have no time to lose."

"Do you think that there might be anypony that wasn't turned to stone?" Asked Rarity. "Perhaps we should search for anypony who was not turned to stone."

"That doesn't sound very very likely, Rarity." Said Applejack. "By the look of this castle right now, I think the only hope is us if Chrysalis will be defeated again."

"Maybe we should look for anyone who was not turned to stone and get them somewhere safe from here."

They'all agreed, and searched in many different rooms around them, but alas, they found no survivors of the kind that they can save. Turns out Applejack was right about what she had just said. Their only hope now was to end this once and for all. Only that can save all of the innocent lives that turned to statues within Canterlot.

They all progressed their way into the hallways and encountered many enemies as far as the eye can see. Ranging from Bokoblins to Lizalfos to Moblins to Kargaroks.

They then stubbed across a room that had a few helmasaurs within and a large helmasaurus with lower pig snorting , and they were all about to charge at them, sounding like a bunch of pigs.

"Aww, look at them." Fluttershy said. Before another fight broke out, Fluttershy stopped both sides and shouted "Wait!"

"What are you doing, Fluttershy?" Link asked

"Trust me." Then she was fuse to face with the reptilian creatures, and petted one. The beast"s demeanor changed from aggressive to relaxed, making a kind of purring sound.

Next she tended to the larger helmasaurus,  and it began licking her face , making her laugh. "Oh you're so sdorable." She said.

Link was a little confused, but remembered the keese from the other day, then smiled. "Well what do you know."

"How did you do that?" Asked Spike.

"They are just like any other animal." Fluttershy clarified to her friends. "Yes, you're not bad helmasaurs. You were just misunderstood. Now let's take off those armor." Then she took all those plated armor off the smaller ones, but was having trouble with the one on the larger creature. Then Link went to help her, smiling at her.

"Need a little help?" He said.

"Thank you, Link." 

"No problem." Then together, the lifted the helmasaurus' armor off, and Link petted it gently, making an oink in happiness 

"Now, go i'll give you all a good home in my cottage after this is over."

"Is that even a good idea?" Twilight whispered in Link's ear

"Trust her." Link replied. "She knows what she's doing."

"Yes, Twilight. Let her do what she loves best." Discord added proudly.

"Well, now that you have new members of the family, we might as well get going." Link noted. They all agreed with him, and now, with the helmasaur family as allies, they were all getting closer. Hopefully, they were all not too late to put an end to the chaos.

"Do you all think Celestia and Luna might have turned to stone too?" Asked Spike

"Probably." Said Twilight. "I don't even know if I want to think about it, Spike. Oh, I hope they didn't."

"Well, there is only one way to find out." Said Zecora. "We will be going further about what this chaos is all about."

"She's right." Said Rarity. 

Then as they progressed into the hallways and rooms, they stumbled upon a someways larger room than the other ones besides the throne room, but with no lights or candles lit. Twilight and the unicorns were about to use their horns to light the way, but then the lights all went on in an instant.

In front of them was a large, horrible armored creature that was a little bigger than a darknut, except he was not as armored them, and it was obese. The weapon he had was a large ball and chain that looks like Link's. except it was black and the spikes looked more sharp. It had a short, stubby tail showing, like a reptilian of some kind.

"Oh no, Darkhammer." Link muttered. "Guys, stand back. "This guys' dangerous, well, more dangerous than the other enemies."

"Have you foug him before?" Asked Fluttershy

"Yeah, so don't worry, this won't take long."

"You heard hm, my dear friends, stay back." Discord said, pushing them all back so they wouldn't get hurt on the process of the upcoming fight.

"So, the hero finally comes to take on the bug lady?" Said the beast in a monstrous, rumbling voice. "I am impressed that you made it this far. But I am afraid you are no match for me." Then he readied his weapon

"Be careful, Link!" Rainbow said "and really kick his butt!"

"I'll be fine."

The Darkhammer began swinging his ball and chain in the air, and finally made a move, causing a low rumble to erupt with the sound of a metal crashing on the floor.

Link dodged it and struck it's mask. The others were horrified by it's appearance. It has a grey orange type of color, and the face was toad-like, or bearded dragon like on appearance, with small ram-like horns making him look even more menacing.

"And they called changelings ugly, but this? This is a whole new level." Discord noted.

"Whoa, you're even uglier than I thought."

"Grotesque and beyond hideous!" Rarity said

"Hmph, and this from the pony who wears too much mascara on her eyes? You look like a zombie with such horrible ways to make you stay beautiful. Why waste your time on makeup when all it does is make you look like a bimbo?"

Rarity gasped with offense and her cheeks flustered with anger. "well, I never!" She huffed.

Pinkie and Rainbow were snickering. "He just owned you, Rarity." Said Pinkie.

"Now this I have got to put in my book of insult comedy." Discord muttered

"What?"

"Nothing, nothing."

"Well, this guys is about to be owned too." Link noted. Then the fight continued, and Link dodged as many attacks from the Darkhammer as much as possible. After many long minutes, Link stabbed the monster right through his face, and it fell dead. Turning to dust."

The others cheered on for him.

"Nice going, Link!" Said Big Mac. "You really nailed him."

"Come on, let's keep moving. We can have celebrations later." 

"Right!" They all agreed, and finally entered the throne room. It was definitely far different then the last time Link set foot in it. They all knew that something was very wrong.

"Hello?" Discord called out. "Tia? Luna? Are you in here? Give me a sign optic you're alright." But alas, there was no response form either one of them.

Then, all of a sudden, a spotlight went up, and they could hardly believe what they were all seeing. Link gasped and a tearful smile formed on his face. It was Colin. He ran up to him, and hugged him.

"Colin." The Hylian said. "I was so worried about you. Oh, I am so sorry that I didn't protect you against Chrysalis."

"That's okay, Link." Colin replied. Then Link noticed that his voice was..... Not what he would usually hear. He looked at his eyes and noticed they were.... Green colored and his pupils were gone. What he replied was in a zombie-like monotone. "Colin, are- Are you okay?" He asked him

"Of course." The boy replied, still on a monotone. "Chrysalis was more than nice to be my friend."

"What?"

"Link, he has been brainwashed!" Said Mathayus.

And all of a sudden, the lights flashed onl and it revealed Chrysalis behind the boy, and the ours behind the hero gasped with horror as they saw both Celestia and Luna in stone, with horrified looks on their faces.

"Oh no!" Said Twilight. "They have been turned into stone!"

"We're too late, they were powerless against the changeling queen's hate." Said Zecora with the same amount of horror as th purple allicorn.

"Ah, so glad you can join us." Said the queen wickedly. 

"What have you done with Colin?" Link snarled at her.

"I made him..... More calm to say the least, hehe. Don't worry though, I did not hurt him. And for your information, I did not entirely turn him like this, or your precious princess' into stone if that is what you are all thinking." Then she saw Thorax, and frowned "well well well, Thorax, why am I not surprised to discover your treachery?"

Grudgingly, Thorax said "hello, mother."

"Yoy are no son of mine. You are a traitor to the changelings. Oh how can I care for a creature such as yourself?"

"Don't you dare insult my friend!" Spike threatened

"Ooh, I am so scared of a worthless, pathetic, weakling dragon like yourself." Chrysalis mocked.

"Now you made me mad! Get him Link!' Said Thorax 

"With pleasure."

Link swung his sword, trying to decapitate her, but she disappeared and said on the footsteps that lead to the throne. "Oh come now, let's not be too hasty. Besides, my new friend is more than happy to see you."

"Who?"

The throne, who had once been facing it's back on him and the others, revealed someone that made Link gasp and make a face of horror and disbelief. It was a tall Gerudo man with black armor, a long cape, and long hair tied to a brooch.

The man grinned wickedly. "Good to see you, Link."

"Ganondorf?!" Link said with complete disbelief. 

"I see that you are also in this land of Equestria." Then he got off the throne. "I welcome you Twilight Sparkle, and her friends to my presence."

The others were as equally surprised as Link was.

"He's big." Said Lyra. "And he looks more evil than Link said he was."

"I know. I hope Link can handle this." Bon Bon agreed.

"How.... How is it that you're still alive?" Link said. "I killed you with the Master Sword.

"Heh, what you did was a temporary setback, Link." Ganondorf replied. "Sure, you may have pierced the blade of evil's bane through my chest, but it was meaningless. No matter how many times I fall, the Triforce of Power keeps calling me back."

"Why would it even do that if you are evil? Can't you just die already?" Said Rainbow. "Why would it even chose you if you are a king of evil?"

Ganondorf made a small laugh. "You poor, naive mare.  The Triforce can be given to anyone if worthy enough, and I can assure you that I am more than worthy to hold all three pieces of the Triforce." Then the demon king noticed Mathayus. "Ah, so the miserable failure comes to me again."

The darknut made a grunt. "Ganondorf, you are nothing but a liar, a thief, and a warmonger." He said angrily. "You will lay for deceiving me and my people,"

The demon king sneered. "We will see about that. You have brought it upon yourself. "And I see that you, Fluttershy, have tamed some of those savage beasts. I have heard so much about you, and your gift to animals."

"You know about us?" Asked Twilight

"Oh I know all about the rest of you." Ganondorf replied "like the fact that you defeated Nightmare Moon, Discord, and Chrysalis in the last before. Do you all know who I am?"

"Yes." They all said with hate and anger. 

"You're Ganondorf, the king of evil and darkness." Said Spike

"Exactly. I must say I am flattered to meet you all. And of course, I welcome you Discord, Lyra, Bon Bon, Zecora, and Big Macintosh."

Link then said "now hat we all met, what do you want with Equestria?" 

"What do I want with Equestria?" Said Ganon. "I want to rule it, of course. My dear Chrysalis was more than happy to help me with a conquest together." Then he shared his hand with Chrysalis' hoof. "Isn't that right, my darling?"

"Oh Ganondorf, you are making me flush." Chrysalis replied with flattery. The. They both kissed on their lips, making Link and his friends groan in disgust and go "eww, gross!"

"I don't know how I'm going to sleep now." Said Applejack.

"Anywho, my new love was more than happy to lend me some of her power so we can rule together."

"You're the one who turned Celestia to stone!?" Said Twilight. "You monster! You won't get away with this!" They all agreed with her.

"Oh I think I will. And do not worry, these weak rulers will make a perfect decoration for a garden I was thinking of creating."

"Let me at him!" Said Rainbow. The. She charge at him full of zeal

"Rainbow, don't!" Fluttershy tried to stop her. Ganondorf sneered and whacked her so hard, she flung across the room, on a brick wall. Her friends went to her aid.

"Oww, my wing." She said. Her right wing was purely broken, and it stung her like hell.

"Are you okay?" Asked Pinkie

"No, my wing is totally clipped."

"Foolish pony. You would dare to challenge I the demon king?" Ganondorf mocked "tsk tsk tsk, not a very wise move to do, Rainbow Dash"

"I'll show you, foolish." Rainbow said, even more winded up." She tried to get him again, but Twilight stopped her this time.

"Rainbow, you are in no condition to fight him, do you want your other wing clipped as well?"

"Fine. Ow."

"Okay, Ganondorf, what have you done with Celestia and Luna?" Link said.

"Oh, I just turned them into statues with my magic, rather easy once you think about it, Link. When you are a warlock like me, you can do about anything you want with the powers he possesses.

"And Colin!" Link shouted. "What did you do to him?!"

Ganondorf laughed evilly and replied "do not worry, he is fine. Colin is mine now. I saw that he was like a brother to you, and so I decided to make him my.. Apprentice to say the least." The demon king put his large hand over the kid's shoulder.

"Don't touch him!"

"Oh come now, Link. Let's not be too hasty and irrational."

"Colin, please! Come back to me! I am your friend, and..... My brother."" He wanted to shed tears from his eyes as he was begging for Colin to come back to him.

"No. The only friend I need is Ganondorf." He replied. "Lord Ganondorf is the greatest guy ever, and he would make an amazing ruler for Equestria."

"Colin." He realized that Colin could not be saved like this, and he might be gone forever. Then he gave Ganondorf an angry stare full of hatred. "Ganondorf, I will never forgive you for this." He said.

"Ha! I would never even be caught dead asking for YOUR forgiveness, so-called hero!"

Link was more than ready to fight the demon king once more. "You can't win! I killed you once, I can kill you again!"

Ganondorf laughed even louder. "Oh but this time, I am more powerful than I ever was before. Now, Colin, please be a good boy, and destroy him for me, please?"

"Yes, my lord."

"Oh no no no." Said Link

"This is not good." Said Rarity.

"Oh I can't watch!" Fluttershy sobbed. However she was watching the whole thing, anyway.

"This is awful." Said Lyra

Yes, it is beyond bad for Link and his friends. Link could not believe that it would come to this.
> Final Battle (Edited)
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Things absolutely were not looking good for Link, or his friends. Colin was under the control of the Demon King Ganondorf, who was revived somehow, and more powerful than before. Now he has ordered poor Colin to fight his own idol and friend. Link and his cronies were utterly shocked that it has all came to this. The brainwashed boy pulled out his sword and new shield, and by the looks on his eyes, he only had one purpose: to destroy Link once and for all.

"Colin, please listen to me." Link begged. "I don't want to fight you!"

"But I want to fight you." the boy replied, still in his trance. "And I am perfectly fine with it." Link had no choice, as a matter of fact, he hated to do this, but he had no choice. He pulled out his trusted weapons and readied himself for anything the hypnotized Colin might throw at him.

"Please, you're my best friend. Snap of it!" Link begged one last time

"The only friends I need are queen Chrysalis and lord Gonondorf.

Link took a breath and was shattered on the inside. "I'm so sorry." Then, Colin made his first move, but Link blocked it and parried. It was far from over as Colin made three more strikes, not hesitating about killing his idol.

"Come on, is that the best you got?" Colin said.

"No. But I don't want to give it my best on you."

"Oh come now, Link." Said Chrysalis. "Why must you hesitate like this? I am just dyng to know what kind of power you used on my handsomely evil king."

"She is right, Link." Ganondorf added coldly. "Please try to entertain me."

Fluttershy, Big Mac, Lyra, Bon Bon, and the others could not bear to see themselves watch this destined battle. "We have to do something!" Said Fluttershy."

"I agree with you, Flutters!" Discord added. They were all about to go to his aid and take down Ganondorf and Chrysalis themselves, but were stopped by Mathayus.

"No!" Said the darknut firmly. "If you all go out there and challenge him like this, we're all dead!"

"But we want to help Link! We can't just sit here like a bag of nothing!"

"There is nothing you can do! Come to your senses, Rainbow Dash! Do you want Ganondorf to clip your other wing?"

The others were hesitant, and could not stand idly by when this battle is erupting. Finally, they decided to just let it go, and let Link handle this himself.

In a more calm voice, and in a sigh, he said "Look, Link will be fine. Just have faith in him like princess Zelda, and the goddesses do."

"We.... We do have faith in him." Said Big Mac

"Yeah, Link does know what he is doing." Said Bon Bon

"If he did beat Ganondorf once, he can do it again," Lyra added proudly.

Twilight then remarked "i just wish there was another way."

"There is no other way, Twilight. Link has to do this to bring him back." And that's when the others reluctantly agreed with him"

Link kept on dodging every attack Colin was throwing at him, and used his shield whenever possible to block as many times as anymore blows were coming at him.

The hero then felt a slice through his arm and howled on pain. Ganondorf laughed wickedly through the throne room and grinned. "Ah, music to my ears. Your pain is like my nourishment." The cackling went through Link's mind, echoing like crazy.

Then he had a splitting headache all of a sudden and screamed at the top of his lungs all through the room. "What is wrong with me?" Link thought. "Something's happening!"

His friends were confused and surprised by this. The he underwent a transformation like he had never experienced. He began to grow bulkier and his face turned into his wolf-like one. Ganondorf and Chrysalis were confused and wondered what was happening.

Then Link transformed into his wolf form, but not like his usual one, but he stood on his hind-legs, and looked like a half man and half wolf hybrid, and had muscles. He let out a roar that went through the whole room. He has just turned into a werewolf. Then he swiped Colin with his mighty arm, causing him to fly a few feet from him.

At this moment, Link, Pinkie, Rarity, Fluttershy, Zecora, and the rest of his friends all gasped at what just happened. Link could hardly believe what he had just did. "Colin?" He said. Still in his werewolf form, he bent down and held him in his arms. "Colin, are you okay?"

Just then, the boy coughed and and mildly moaned in agony.

Then he transformed back into his Hylian form. "I am so sorry, Colin. Please, I had no control over myself. It just..... Happened. I never meant to hurt you and.... I am so sorry." Then he checked for a heartbeat, and he was still alive, but unconscious. "I love you, like the brother I never had."

"Well, isn't that heartwarming." Said Ganondorf in an amusing voice. "It is such a shame I lost an apprentice, to admit. I could have called him my son even."

"You see what you made do? You evil son of a bitch?! Colin is hurt because of me. You wanted this to happen, did you?"

"Well, I admit what just happened was a rather surprising that you transformed into a mindless beast. but of course, that was a rather amusing show."

"Enough tricks, Ganondorf." Link said. "You want revenge, come fight me then!" And promptly pulled out his two weapons again.

Another cackle was heard. "And how do you propose you are going to do that, huh? What you did the last time you tried to end me was just a fluke. Even if you turn into a werewolf, it will not stop me with such brute strength."

The hero was thinking in himself about the time a Dark Link him when he was a werewolf himself. "How do you explain Dark Link? How did you create an evil me?"

"Ah, that is an interesting story. Then he got off the throne again, and stated "I noticed that you are the chosen hero that everyone praises, you are till not perfect."

"What is that supposed to mean?" Asked Applejack

"Well, I mean that even Link had a little darkness within himself. He himself had negative emotions. With that, I decided to bring all that negative energy from within you, and create an evil Link, and thus, Dark Link was born."

Link was unnerved by this.

"Oh don't act so surprised, boy. I am a warlock, and a chosen wielder of the Triforce of Power, what would you expect from that? Hahaha."

"Clearly, he still has much to learn, since he is still a boy." Chrysalis remarked

"I could not agree with you more, my love. Anyway, Dark Link served me well, until his downfall of course, along with the rest of those failures you have slain in the past. Especially that pompous moron, Zant. Pfft. He served me well a as slave too, I will admit, but his personality of being a clown, and his pride led to the demise of his own."

"Are you done talking yet, because I like to get this over with."

"Oh don't worry. This will be over quick. Then he conjured a new sword of his. It was one that looked way bigfer than the sages sword he stole and kept, and it was black. The blade was bigger and wider than both the Master Sword and the sages one. 

Rights for the sword go to TheAbyssalSymphony on Deviantart


With a chuckle, Ganondorf said "Tell me, what do you think of this new blade I have created?" he gently stroked the blade down to the hilt-guard. "I think this rather suits me, unlike that foul blade those accursed sages crested long ago."

"Oh yeah, that blade totally suits you, considering the fact that you are completely evil and full of darkness." Spike said

"Oh ho, thank you, little dragon." Said Ganondorf. "I will take that as a compliment, if you may."

"No matter, you will not prevail." Said Zecora. "You and Chrysalis' scheme is bound to fail. As a matter of fact, your next stop will be jail."

"Hahahahaha! I would not count on that, foolish Zecora." The demon king mocked. "Haven't you all been listening, I am stronger than ever. Not to mention that my dear queen launched an assault with my minions and her own on Ponyville."

"And it will crumble under out mercy!" Chrysalis added with an evil laugh.

"We know that, you fiends. But princess Cadence and Shining Armor are taking care of that." Said Mathayus. "With the help of my people and king Bulblin with his army. Your allies will not win."

"That was only the first stage, the next round will be much more challenging for them. And I am perfectly well aware of that skirmish in the valley.

"Link will defeat you, you scoundrel!" Said Discord. "He killed you once before, and he can thrust the Master sword through your chest once again."

"And it will hurt!" Lyra added

"Like I said, I am unbeatable now." Then he readied himself on a battle position, and Link did the same with his own. "Link, are you really sure you want to fight me? Even if Midna was the one who helped you?"It is a shame that miserable so-called Twilight Princess isnt here to see you fail, and fall to your knees before me. She was pity and pathetic."

I give full credit to this amazing cover, which is LittleVMills on YouTube


"Shut up!" Link shouted. Then he charged forward, and the battle had begun. Link and Ganondorf were throwing mighty blows at each other. Link was slice with an uppercut from Ganon's sword, but quickly recovered, and performed a midair spin attack, causing the warlock to backflip on his feet, panting.

"How dare you talk about Midna like that? No one speaks badly about my friends!" Then he swung to the side of Ganon's blade. 

"That little imp was weak. Just imagine you caring for a creature such as herself." then he jab Link in the head with an elbow. 

Link growled in frustration. "Well how can the Triforce of Power help an evil creature like you even if you keep coming back after death? You are just a man full of hatred and anger. Well I promise you, I will make sure you do not come back!"

Then Link back sliced him. When Ganondorf recovered, he wiped his mouth from the blood, and replied "That is for the Goddesses themselves to decide if I can be born again or not. The sages could not contain me in my hellhole prison, so what makes you think you can?"

"Because I am a descendant of heroes, passed down from one generation to another. I am a true hero!" Then he once again, rushed towards his sworn enemy full of zeal, and hacked and slash at him all around without end. He tried to sweep Ganondorf's legs, but the he jumped up, but that was exactly what Link intended. Before Ganondorf can do anything else, Link kicked him right in his chest.

The dark lord made a small gruff, and said "well, I must admit, you still have all your skills, but no matter! You see I have learned a few new tricks up my sleeve. A magical purple aura formed around his left hand and blasted a purple fireball at Link, but the hero blocked it with his shield, bashing it back at him.

"Get him Link!" Spike cheered on. "Get him!"

"Send him down to hurt town!" said Big Mac.

"Woohoo!" Fluttershy added.

All of a sudden, Ganondorf shot a few more purple magic blasts at him, but Link blocked two with his sword, and the last one with his shield. Ganondorf was relentless, and fired more like a barrage of purple fireballs at him, but Link kept on charging, and blocking every attack being thrown at him. Finally, he lept and did the helm splitter. Then there was a small metallic clang, and saw that his brooch fell on the floor. His orange hair was floating down to his waist, and growled

"You ruined my brooch!" he said with anger. Before Link could strike him down, Ganondorf sliced at him. "You will pay for that! Warlock punch!" The usurper did a powerful punch with his mighty fist and purple magic formed around his arm, and knocked Link right through his stomach.

Twilight, Fluttershy, Rainbow, and their friends gasped with horror. 

"Link!" Fluttershy called. 

"No! Fluttershy, stay back." Said Link, who started back up. "I'm okay." Then he got back up.

"Warlock slash!" Ganondorf was about to slice Link across his body, but Link dodged and slashed at Ganondorf about five times with powerful swings from the master sword, Ganon stumbled and rolled sideways on the floor, panting. "You are quicker than I thought." He remarked. "Perhaps I was wrong about you."

"Then you'll be in full of surprises." Link prepared himself for the jump strike and concentrated himself on Destroying his arch-nemesis once again. With a breath, He swung the first strike, almost knocking his new sword off his hand and knocked him down with the second hit.

"Yeah, Link!" said Twilight.

"Really make him suffer beyond suffering!" Discord added

"Whoop his evil, demon ass to oblivion!" Rainbow cheered.

"Right. Now we make things more interesting." the usurper swore to himself. He was becoming more serious. "No holding back, now." Then he and Link charged eachother. Another clash of steal was heard and both Link and Ganondorf were growling at one another as they were pressing their swords against eachother, gritting their teeth. This grudge match was becoming more and more interesting. "Link, when will you learn that killing me will be meaningless?"

"That is a lie. You just got lucky coming back here this time, but this time, you will never be coming back to terrorize Hyrule, Equestria, or any other world to threaten any innocent lives ever again!"

"You are just a mere Ordon Goat farmer who just herds goats for a living with delusions of grandeur of becoming a hero!" Then Link bashed his face with the Hylian shield multiple times, hitting it really hard. Finally, Ganon struck him with his large sword again, and pushed him away.

When Link charged at him, the demon king jumped to a wall, then Link went after him, then Ganondorf bounced off of it, then Link next. They clashed even more powerfully and more and more sounds of clashing steel were heard throughout the throne room. "You already dug your own grave, Ganondorf."

"Oh really? I think it is you that has dug YOUR grave. After I kill you, I am going to create a portal from here to Hyrule, and once everyone in your home knows I have return, me and my darling Chrysalis will be ruling both worlds at once. With my minions and the changeling army, we will be unstoppable!"

"Nothing will ever stand in our way!" Chrysalis added

"Never while I live! The only way you two will rule any worlds with an iron fist, is over my dead body."

"Exactly the idea, darling." Chrysalis remarked.

Then Link sliced through Ganondorf's shoulder to his hip, and he finally pierced him right through his heart. At this, Chrysalis gasped in horror  as she saw his new love interest fall right on his back.

Link's friends cheered and went up to congratulate him. "You did it, Link!" Twilight cheered for him. 

Then Link remembered something "Colin! Oh my god I forgot about him!" then he ran to his aid and picked him up. He was still unconscious, but still alive. Twilight, Mathayus and the others minus Chrysalis rushed to his aid as well, and looked at the boy.

Zecora was the one who inspected him. She checked for any pulses within him and sensed his aura. "Do not worry, he will be alright." she said. Link and the others sighed in relief. It wasn't a lethal smite."

Link then felt very guilt-stricken about throwing Colin while he was a werewolf. "Guys.... I am so sorry that I did that. I never meant that to happen." then he felt like sobbing after what he just did. How could he possibly do that to a sweet boy like Colin. Sure he was fighting for Ganondorf, but he was only brainwashed.

"Oh, of course not, Link." said Lyra. "It wasn't your fault. He's okay."

"But I could have killed him if strong enough. I mean, did you see how I threw him like that?"

"It's okay." said Thorax. "You heard Zecora, he is just fine. He'll wake up eventually."

"He must hate me right now."

Fluttershy put her hoof on his shoulder. "No he doesn't." she said. "Colin would understand why you did this. It was probably what he would have wanted you to do."

"You're right, but...."

Then Ganondorf began laughing coldly, from being just a chuckle to a cackle. "You think it's over?" he said, standing back up. "As long as the Triforce of power is in me, I will never die! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!"

"Oh, I knew you would awaken." said Chrysalis hugging him.

"Come on!" Link complained. "Why must a piece of the Triforce always chose this evil man as it's wielder?! Why? WHY!??"

"I know. Can't you just give up already, Ganondorf? or stay down just for once?" Epona added.

"As I have said before, that is for the goddess to decide."

"I guess I have no choice, let's continue the fight." Link pulled out his weapons once more.

"Wait!" Twilight said. Let us do it in a place where nopony will get hurt, or the princess' as well." Link thought it was a good idea, for If he was not careful, he would have broken the stoned Celestia and Luna.

"Hmm, very well, besides, I would like to show you my power in a much larger space, anyway." said Ganondorf in agreement. Chrysalis stood beside him and Discord snapped his finger as they were all in an open field outside of Ponyville. "Hmm, that is much better. I needed to get out of the throne room."

"Hopefully there is nopony that will get hurt here." said Applejack.

"Right."

"Okay, Ganon, let's see what you can do."

The demon king made a wicked smile, and said "Chrysalis, you might want to take a step back." then he transformed into his monstrous form: Ganon.

The others (minus Chrysalis and Link) looked at him in disgust. "What is he? some kind of pig-lion thing or something?" said Rainbow

"Oh how horrible and grotesque." Rarity said.

"He kind of looks like a manticore." said Spike.

"Now, you will suffer beyond any fate worse than death!" Ganon roared. Link was about to touch his crystal, but then he transformed into his werewolf form again, and howled at the sky

Ganon charged at him, but Link dodged and clawed his chest so hard, that a small flow of blood was coming out from the scratch marks. Before he could make another move however, the monster swiped him with his tail, and knocked him out, but Link did not stop there, he leaped on Ganon's head and bite a chunk of it, causing the beast below to roar in pain. Just then, he jabbed Link with one of his tusks, and Link yelped in agony, which gave Ganon the opportunity to grab him and slam him to a tree trunk.

His friends all gasped, and really wanted to do something about it, but sadly, this was Link's battle alone. Link slowly stood up, and saw Ganon charging at him once more. He ran up to him on all fours with astonishing speed and stopped him with just his two hands.

"What?!" Ganon said while straining "Impossible! Such a weakling like you cannot possess such powerful strength such as this!" He felt Link slowly pushing him back.

"I am no weakling. I am a Hero of Light and Darkness." he snarled and then pushed him with full force, landing on his back with a ground shake on impact. Werewolf Link made a high jump and landed on Ganon's belly. He kept on slicing through his skin, until finally, Ganon could not stand it anymore. It looked like he was dead this time, and Link got off of him, changing back to his Hylian form.

"No! My love!" Chrysalis shouted. She went to his aid, and tried to help him up when he changed back to his normal Gerudo self. "Are you injured?"

"No." the king replied. "Just a little minor scratches." then he cleansed his chest from the claw marks, and his hand was slightly covered in blood. Then he had an idea. "Chrysalis?"

"Yes my darling king?"

"Listen, I am afraid that your usefulness has come to an end." this made Chrysalis' smile turn into a frown.

"What do you mean? You said we were meant for eachother. We had something special!"

"Hahahahaha. Do not be silly, I was just using you. Did you really think that I would love a creature such as yourself? No, you are not my type of queen anyway. Of course you did serve me well, but you were just a means to an end, nothing more. Oh, nothing personal, it is just business."

Then the queen went from saddened to angry "You- You evil, backstabbing, demonic son of a bitch!"

"Hahaha, flattery and compliments will get you nowhere. Begone with you." then he blasted her away with his magic, knocking her unconscious. The others were utterly shocked to see this

"I can't believe that Ganondorf was using her." said Discord. "I mean, she gave him everything he wanted, but still betrayed her?"

"A demon king like me needs NO ONE! but his own power, and sword by his side." Ganondorf retorted. Then he conjured his sword again. "Now we will finish this."

"Right, let's go." Link was not so sure how much he can keep this up, but he had little choice. He and Ganondorf clashed another fight, with either one being knocked out by either side.

The hero finally sliced at the dark lord with his sword and shield, and knocked him down. Then he remembered something. "The Hero's potion!" he said. Then he pulled it out, still looking fresh.

"Oh good!" Zecora noticed. "Take that drink, and giving that monster a retribution it should."

Link took a few gulps, and suddenly felt more powerful, and then saw a blinding light flashing before his eyes. Mathayus and the others seemed to notice this too, even Ganondorf knew what was going on. He wondered what was really happening, and saw that the four Hyrule light spirits were going to talk to him once more.

"Oh brave hero chosen by the gods." Said Lanayru. "You are fighting well and valiantly, but you require a power that will put an end to a Ganondorf once and for all."

"Yes, we give you our strength to defeat our ancient enemy." Faron added.

They all created a large light and gave it to Link. And then, they all gave Link a special light to his sword. With this, something extraordinary happened. The blade turned golden, and the handle turned green, and far more powerful than it's original form.

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"Link, you can have our light." Said Twilight."

"Yeah, we'll give you all the power you need to end this." Big Mac added.

"Nonsense, the light does not suit you, Link!" Ganondorf protested.

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All his friends reached to him and gave him their power to stop the demon king from coming back. Link was forever more than grateful for this, and felt even more ready for anything, and didn't feel tired anymore.

"Enough of this!" Ganondorf shouted. He charged full of zeal. And Link blocked his attack, and swung their swords at eachother. With the potion of heroes helping him, and the light from the spirits and friends within him, Link knew he could win. They clashed one last time, and more sounds of banging metal were heard. Link performed the spin attack and then Ganon tried to sweep his enemy's legs back, but this time, Link blocked it from below. "Die you scum!" Ganondorf said with extreme frustration

"I don't think so. You're the one who is going to die. now this grudge match was even more interesting. Link side-rolled around when Ganondorf was trying to stab him, and performed the back slice on him, falling to the ground. "You listen to me, Ganondorf. I cannot allow you to get away with the trauma and pain you have caused to many innocent people and ponies."

Angry and feeling humiliated for being beaten by a kid, Ganondorf was getting really tired of this, and was through playing games. the dark lord threw a large magic blast at his opponent. At first he laughed triumphantly, believing that he had finally killed him, but that was where he was wrong. He looked through the smoke, and realized that Link was still alive and did not even flinch.

"Whoa, didn't see that coming!" said Pinkie. 

"Totally blew my mind!" Rainbow added. 

"Absolutely incredible." Mathayus remarked

"Go Link!" Lyra cheered on.

The Demon king wished he was dreaming, but he knew he wasn't. "That's impossible, that should have turned him into smoldering pile of ashes! Blown away into absolutely nothing to oblivion!"

The stern, serious face on Link did not go away, and wiped his shirt from the dust. "You can never defeat me, Ganondorf!"

"No!"

"I am far more powerful than you, warlock, and you know it. I can also tell your afraid of me."

"What?! Me, afraid?! How dare you call me a coward! I would never be afraid of a stupid kid like you!"

"Oh, you wish I was just a mere stupid kid, but I am not. You're obviously forgetting that I wield the Triforce of of Courage by my side." Link remarked smugly.

Gritting his teeth, Ganondorf could not control himself anymore. He yelled an infuriated scream, and continued fighting with him until his true last dying breath will come to him.

He kept on slashing and hacking furiously and viciously, and so did Link.

After one attack to another, Ganondorf did not touch him with his black sword, not even with the very sharp end of it, Link was winning, the dark lord was just to proud and stubborn to admit it. He blasted him with magic again, but still no effect what so ever, it was as if Link was a god himself, or a demigod

Link fought back with more powerful blows and threw four powerful punches with his fists, and the fifth one with his shield. Ganondorf was panting wiping the blood off his lip.

The hero saw that Ganondorf was starting to lose his balance. It was his chance to deal with him. Ganondorf lunged at him again viciously, and Link threw two more slices at him, knocked his sword of put his large hand and Link slashed him to the ground.

"You're never coming back this time, Ganondorf!" At last, the moment he was waiting for, and to end this madness and chaos. Then with a loud scream, Link finally delivered the ending blow on Ganondorf right through his chest, and this time he will stay down for good.

Twilight, Fluttershy, and the rest of their friends cheered loudly for him, even louder than before.

Ganondorf yelled at the sky, humiliated about his defeat, and panted. He looked at his hand, and realized the Triforce of power is gone, and it will never be coming back to him anytime soon. Just then, a chuckle came out of him "well, that was.... Unexpected. Hehehe. I do not have any idea why, but I am proud of you in a way. Hehehe." Then he slowly closed his eyes and was finally dead.

Link stepped on foot on his body, and raised his sword to the heavens, the sun was shining down on him, like any true hero would ever deserve.

"You did it!" Fluttershy said. "You really did it!"

Link laughed and cheered with all his friends. "Link my boy, you did really well! I am so proud of you!"

"So are we!" Bon Bon added.

"You did a really good job." 

"Thanks, Lyra." the Hylian replied.

"Hehe, and the dark king thought he could rule, but he was such a pompous fool." said Rarity

"Yeah, I guess his ego was his ultimate downfall." Said Rarity. "He was so full of himself that he underestimated us."

"Totally, well at least it's over now." Twilight noted.

"You can say that again." Said Spike.

"So, what about Chrysalis?" Asked Lyra. They all looked at the fallen Changeling queen.

"What? You killed him?" She said, as she was regaining consciousness. "Is it over?"

"Not exactly." Link said. "There is still you to worry about."

"Oh I will find a way to rule all of Equestria someday. You will all pay!" Then she flew off, snoring revenge.

"Let her go, Link." Said Thorax. "She can't really do anything now. Here I want to thank you for everything."

"No problem, Thorax." The Hylian replied. Then all of a sudden. The changeling gave his love out, and suddenly transformed into a beautiful insect-like pony.

"Whoa, Thorax, what happened?" Asked Spike.

"I.... I don't really know."

"You found another way to gain so much love without hurting anypony." Twilight realized. "You got all the love you need and now look at you."

"I know. How do I look?"

"Like a true changeling." Link replied

"Yes, you were made to be exactly what a changeling was really supposed to be" Mathayus added. Then, they all saw a large group of changelings, also changed coming down embrace their new beauty.

"Wow, look at that." Said Applejack.

"I know."

"Well Thorax, I think you y are now the new king of the changelings." Said Spike.

"Yeah, that sounds perfect." Twilight agreed.

"Indeed." Said another voice. They were all more than happy to see princess Celestia and Luna, no longer stone.

"You're majesties!" Pinkie exclaimed. Then, they all bowed in respect. 

"Well done, Link. You saved us all from that monster, and all of a Hyrule, too," Celestia addressed the Hylian,

"Thank you, princess." Link said "are you guys okay?"

"We're fine"

"It was like we were asleep when we were turned to stone." Luna remarked. "Really unusual." They all looked at Ganondorf's corpse and wondered what they will do with it, but then they saw that it disintegrated into a light of purple and was no more.

"Well, that's taken care of," said a fluttershy happily.

They all looked at Colin again, and saw he was waking up. "What.... what happened?" he asked. Then he realized what was going on. "Ganondorf! and Chrysalis! where are they?"

"Hey hey hey, easy there, champ. It's alright. They are beaten, and they won't be bothering anybody else ever again." Link clarified.

The Boy smiled. and began to sob a little. "I am so sorry I was trying to attack you, Link. I am so sorry."

"Shh, it's okay, Colin. It wasn't your fault." Link comforted him with a hug.

"Yes, sweetie." Fluttershy added. "Chrysalis and Ganondorf were the ones to blame."

"Come here, Colin." then they all gave the kid a big hug to show him they forgave him.

The boy was really touched and smiled. "Thanks guys." Then he noticed Link's master sword was in it's different color. "Wow, Link, the Master Sword, it changed." they all looked at it

"It looks way more awesome then before." Rainbow remarked.

"It's golden and green."

"It looks like it reached a new power." said Twilight. "This is amazing.:

"I know." Link agreed. "It looks like a new type of power for the master sword in my type of need." then all of a sudden, a flash of light appeared in front of them. It was the Link which was the hero of time, with his lime-green tunic, and eyepatch.

"Well done, my son." said the Hero's shade. "I am forever proud of you. Hyrule's ancient enemy is no more. You have done something that I was unable to do. If you ever feel like you are hopeless, the sword will answer your prayer by turning into what it looks like now. Elements of harmony, Lyra, Bon Bon, Spike, Big Mac, Zecora, Discord, and Mathayus, you have all fought valiantly against the darkness that Ganon had unleashed."

Twilight, and her friends, and Mathayus all smiled at his compliment. "Ah well, you know. that's what we do."

"I know, and I am proud of you all for it. Farewell, Link, and may the goddess' watch over you and your friends, from both Hyrule, and all of Equestria." then the Hero of Time vanished again while playing the Ocarina of time in a beautiful melody. When he was completely gone, their was one last beautiful note that echoed from the instrument.

"Was that- really?" said Pinkie Pie, lost for words. Everyone was also astonished by the Hero of Time meeting them as well.

"Yep. My ancestor, the Hero of Time Link."

"Oh my goodness, he looked more handsome then I thought." said Fluttershy

"And that ocarina, so melodic." Rarity agreed.

All of a sudden, the Sword began to glow again, and it reverted back to it's original colors and power. "Ah, I guess it was only temporary." Link said. "Oh well, it will happen again, I just know it."

"When?" asked Spike

"I'm pretty sure time will tell." the Hylian replied. "Till then, I'll be waiting." then he promptly put his blade back in it's scabbard. "So now what do we do?"

"How about a celebration!" Pinkie exclaimed.

They all agreed with her, and went back to Ponyville for a special celebration for Link and his friends for saving both Hyrule and Equestria.
> Celebration for Both Worlds (Edited)
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------

Shining Armor, Princess Cadence, Cedric the Darknut, King Bulblin and their troops were cheering for the victory. When Link finally killed Ganondorf, all of his army just disappeared into black dust. As for the Changelings, they all changed into the same state Thorax did, like beautiful, colorful insect-like ponies that came in different colors.

"What.... happened to you?" asked Cedric with surprise.

"We don't know." said a changeling. "We hear that we transform when we feed off of love, but.... it suddenly happened without us doing that."

"That's because I am your new ruler now." said Thorax from the distance. He, Link, Colin, and the rest of his friends were walking proudly towards their allies, all smiling and feeling heroic. "Chrysalis forgot how love actually works. Please, let us put our hatred towards ponies, and or dragons aside and start out with peace and kindness. Look at how I transformed, and I didn't even have to feed off of others."

The changelings murmured, and started to realize their mistake, and wondered why they even loved that Chrysalis in the first place. They realize that Thorax was not a traitor, it was their former hero who is not their queen anymore. "Thorax, we are really sorry for thinking you were evil." a changeling apologized.

A couple of them went up to Princess Celestia, and Luna and bowed in respect "We are all sorry for the attack on Canterlot with the wedding, and that we were trying to suck love from all of you. Please, We ask you all forgiveness for all our sins."

The princess of the sun smiled warmly and walked up to them, and said "We all forgive you" then gently lifted the center one's chin so he can make eye contact with eye. Then Twilight, Fluttershy, and her friends along with Lyra, Bon Bon, and Big Mac all agreed with her.

"We welcome you to a new relationship between ponies and changelings. Oh, and a baby dragon." Luna remarked, obviously referring to Spike.

Princess Cadence and her husband stepped up, and announced "This war is over!" then they all cheered.

"And let's hear it for Link who killed Ganondorf and defeated Chrysalis!" Rainbow announced, holding Link's arm up. Then everyone screamed for Link, and then started chanting his name. For this, Link pulled out the Master Sword again, and raised it to the sun to make them even more excited.

"Thank you thank you." Link announced. "I promise you, the threat that my old enemy Ganondorf holds over Equestria is no more, and there is no reason to feel threatened anymore." and Everypony cheered again.

"And let us not forget about Princess Twilight Sparkle, her friends, Lyra, Bon Bon, Zecora, Discord, Big Macintosh, Epona, and Mathayus the Darknut leader."

All the ponies, she mentioned along with Discord and Spike waved at the crowd of ponies, darknuts, Bulblins, and even changelings alike and enjoyed the roar of the crowd.

Of course, Colin felt a little left out, and Celestia noticed. "Oh, and I almost forgot about Colin. Let us hear it for him too."

Thn Link pulled him to ride on his shoulders so the others can see him better, and Colin smiled as all of the ponies and his friends were cheering for him.

Mathayus went up and put a hand on his shoulder with a smile. "Well done, Colin."

"Well, I didn't really feel like I did anything. I was just under Gnondorf's control, trying to kill Link."

"Ah, don't worry about that, it wasn't your fault." Link said warmly.

"So do we." Applejack said.

"Say, your majesties, how about a celebration?" Pinkie suggested.

"That would be wonderful. And Link, we have found a way to send you, Epona, and Colin back home to Hyrule."

Link, Epona, and Colin were more than happy to hear that. "Well I'll be happier than a wolfos on Wednesday!" Said Epona

"That's good. Now we can see our family and friends. Again. But then Link looked back at his other friends that he made when he came all this way. "Hey, your majesties, would it be alright if we stayed here for the celebration, after all I was the one who saved all of you, and defeat Chrysalis. And of course, I couldn't have done it without all my friends."

"Aww, thanks Link." They all said, except Mathayus who just smiled. Lyra, Bon Bon, the elements of harmony, Discord, Big Mac, Epona, Colin, and Zecora all formed a large group hug.

"What about you, Mathayus? You are part of this friendship too?" Fluttershy remarked

"Oh, what the heck." Then he finally joined in.

"We make an awesome team, don't we?" Said Colin

"That you do." Said Celestia. "As a matter of fact, I hereby name you Lyra, Bon Bon, Discord, Zecora, and Big Macintosh as the newest protectors of Equestria next to the Twilight, and her best friends."

Thus, more cheering was heard. The five. names she mentioned were more than honored to be somepony very important to Equestria since they helped Link end to chaos and defeated a bunch of monsters to do it, and they all had a close connectin together.

"And Thorax, I hereby name you the new leader of the changelings." He smiled and was more than happy to be the new king.

"Thank you, your majesties. We promise you we will be a much better race."

Spike walked up to him and smiled, "way to go, Thorax. You're finally a king and a hero, like me."

They all laughed with him. "Thanks, Spike. I wouldn't have been like this without you." Then he and Spike hugged one another.

"So come on, everypony, let's party!" Pinkie announced. They all agreed, and they all had a celebration for saving all of Equestria, and Hyrule at the same time.

There was cake, music, and silly games. Meanwhile, Link was playing his beautiful harp that Lyra gifted him at his "welcome to Equestria" party. Everypony was enjoying it, and Colin was, too.

"Wow, Link, that's amazing." The boy complimented.

"Thanks, Colin." All of a suddenly King Bulblin and a few of his cronies walked up to him. 

"Pardon me, Link." He grunted. "We were still wondering if you will still talk to princess Zelda about us Bulblins being more equal in Equestria?"

"Of course. I haven't forgotten."

The king made an ugly smile showing his jagged teeth. "I am really glad I follow the strongest side." Then he went to mingle with other ponies.

The hylian decided to take a little break and went for a cup of iced punch, and Colin followed after him

"Hey, Link." Said Mathayus from behind him. Cedric was right next to him, with a piece of cake. 

"He, guys. Enjoying the party?"

"Oh yes. Absolutely." He replied.

"And this cake is absolutely delicious." Cedric added taking another bite of it.

The older brother cleared his throat. "You will help us find a better life in Hyrule, will you? And ask Princess Zelda for a talk about my people, will you?"

"Yes, we promise we will never hurt anyone, and build great relationships." Cedric added

"You know I will."

Both the dog-like creaturs smiled.

Then Colin walked up to Twilight, and her friends, congratulated the five new heroes that ace,estia gave honors to. "Hi."

"Hello, Colin." Said Fluttershy

"What's up?" Asked Rainbow Dash

"Hey, are you sure you guys are not mad at me for almost killing Link? Because I still feel guilty. It wasn't my fault, I swear."

"Oh, Colin." Said Twilight, wrapping her wing around his back. "It's okay, we know it wasn't your fault."

"Yes, how could we possibly blame an innocent, handsome face such as yourself?" Rarity said, making Colin flushed

"You're our friend, Colin. Nothing will ever change that."" Said Bon Bon

"Always." Lyra added. Then they all hugged him.

"Oy, Link." Called Pip from a distance. "Thank you so much for saving Equestria, you're my hero."

"Ah, thanks, Pip." Then he hugged the colt.

"Hey, Colin, you wanna play pin the tail on the pony with us?" Asked Applebloom.

"Sure." Then he, along with Scootaloo, Applebloom, and Sweetie Belle went to play the silly game. 

"He is like you, Link. He has a sword and shield like you, and you are like a brother to him." Celestia remarked.

"I know, I raised him" Link replied.





Later, it was time for Link, Epona, Colin, the Bulblins, and Darknuts to go back home. Celestia opened a portal from Equestria to their world and it was open for as long as Link wants to enter through it.

"Well, I guess this is goodbye." Link said

"Yeah."

"You're majesties, will we see eachother again?" He asked the princess'

"Of course." Then she gave him a type of key, that was golden and had the element of magic on the end of it. "Whenever you want to come visit us again, you are more than welcome to use this key on any door, and come and go whenever you like."

"Wow. Thanks. Let me say my byes, and we'll be off." Then Link went to his friends to say his goodbyes. As did Colin and Epona. "Guys, thank you so much for helping me, it was very awesome to meet you all."

Pinkie Pie then hugged him tightly with tears in her eyes. "I'm going to miss you, guys!"

"Don't worry, Pinkie. We'll see the, again." Twilight remarked.

"Try to stay strong, okay, Pinkie?"

"Okay, Link." She wiped her eyes.

Then Link went on to Rarity. "You still thinking of creating a fashion line of ,y clothes for other ponies?"

"Oh yes, I still am gong to put that into action."

"And Applejack, it was nice working with your on your farm, and the same with you,my Big Mac. It was fun."

"Really fun." Colin added.

"Aww shucks, we'll miss you, partner." Said Applejack.

"Eeyup."

"Rainbow, you will stab cool, will you?"

"Of course, I will be fifty percent cooler." Then she bumped her hoof with Link's fist.

"Twilight and Spike keep on being great players for your team, and take care of everyone in Equestria along with your friends."

"We will."

"You can count on us." Spike added

"Zecora, I especially thank you for giving me that potion. Without it, I might have been dead by now."

The zebra laughed. "And I thank you for kindness and appreciation, for I a, glad I created that potion for rejuvenation."

"And Fluttershy. I really appreciate you letting me stay with you in your cottage. How are the helmasaurs and Keese behaving?"

"They are doing wonderful, they love their new home on my cottage." She replied. "And you are very welcome."

"Can I have one more hug before we go?"

"Of course." Then Link and Fluttershy one last time, then Colin joined in, then Epona, and the rest of his new best friends.

"And Discord, try to stay out of trouble, okay?"

"No promises." He remarked. They all laughed. 

"Well, bye, guys."

They all said their byes back to him and all three went back to Hyrule.

As they went through, they were straight back into Ordon village. Everyone noticed and they were all happy to see them again. Epona was back to her large, non-talkative stature.

"OH Link!" Said Bo. He and the townspeople rushed up to them. Their was also prince Rallis, the Goron elders, the freedom fighters, and princess Zelda herself.

"We're back." Link said.

Rusl and Uli both hugged Colin, more than happy to see him on safe hands "we were so worried about you." Said his mother.

"I'm fine."

"Where have you been?" Asked Beth.

"It's a rather long story, for now, me, Colin, and Epona just want to aid it easy right now."

"Yeah, we're tired." Colin added.

Then princess Zelda walked up to them. "I am so glad you are all safe." Then she hugged Link first then Colin, and gave him a little magic kiss. "I am pretty sure what you all been through will be a page-turner."

"Oh it is." Link replied. "You probably wouldn't believe us, your majesty. Oh, by the way, King Bulblin, and the darknuts wish to have a talk with you."

"Really? What for?"

"They want to be better races and want to be peaceful to all of the good people of Hyrule."

"Wonderful. I will remind them of when it will happen." She smiled.

Then the darknut leader, his brother, and King Bulblin and Bulbo went through another portal.

"Hello, my friends." Mathayus said. "Me and my brother mean you know harm. We come on peace."

"So do me and people." The king added with a snort.

"Wonderful, we will have a meeting about a conference for your people tomorrow morning."

All three smiled. "Thank you, princess." Mathayus said with a bow of respect.

"Ooh, Colin, is that a new shield?" Zelda asked the boy, noticing his new piece of protection.

"What? Oh, yep, it is." Then he took it out.

The kids and his parents looked on awe. "Amazing, it almost looks like, Link's shield." Said Rusl.

"Extraordinary." Uli added.

"I know, it will never melt, and dad, I'm sorry of I got my old shield burnt."

"It's alright, Colin." Rusl replied. "As a ,after of fact, me and your mother were trying to find a better shield for you, but it looks like that won't be necessary anymore." Colin smiled.

"Hey, Link." Said Ilia. She walked up to him, all shy-like and stammered a little. Link then felt the same way, and all of a sudden, they made a kiss on the lips, making everyone go "aww" while Beth and Malon went "eww."

When they broke away, Link said to Colin "so, why don't we have a little walk around the Faron woods, huh?"

"Sure."

"And why don't you take a little rest, Epona."

She whinnied back to him and walked away where she sat own the grass to take a rest. As both of them walked, they were at the sacred grove and Link promptly returned the Master Sword back in it's resting place. 

"So, how will you spar with me without a sword?" He asked

"Don't worry, Zelda said she will forge another sword for me, and with the resistance' he,p and the Gorons and Zoras, they promise to make it almost as powerful as the master sword. Till then I got my own Ordon sword.

"Oh yeah. So.... Are you sure we will see Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, Lyra, Bon Bon, and the rest of our friends again?"

"Of course we will. We got the key, remember? We'll see them again on dew time." Link winked at him. The boy smiled at him, knowing that what he says is right. 

And so, Link and Colin went to sit at the Ordon spring together and look at the sky. Thanks to the Hero of Light and Darkness himself. They both looked at the clouds and the rainbow just above the spring, having a good laugh, like brothers would be like. There might be a new danger, but they know it will not happen anytime soon, and enjoyed the peace they have rung upon both Hyrule and Equestria.


The End

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I hope you all loved this story, and sorry if it is not perfect. I might create sequels involving Link and Colin and Epona on new adventures in Equestria. For what they will do, I don't know, but I promise you it will be a page turner and an exciting adventure. Let me know if you all would like to have a sequel for the Legend of Zelda: Friendship is Magic. Till then, stay tuned!