A/N: This is a Zelda idea that popped into my head. I’m basing it on the third Zelda game. There’s not too may fanfics on that third game, in which I think it’s totally awesome. Anyway’s this tidbit is just an idea that I decided to write down. It will feature Aryll, who I decided to make her older and a warrior. Why should guys have all the fun? ;-) By the way, Link is retelling the tale a bit but there will differences in future chapters. Oh, also I should mention that this tidbit takes a futuristic appeal to it. I’m basically trying to get ideas for the tidbit which will be turned into a fanfic. But, enough with my chatting. I’ll get right too it.

Ratings: PG-13 (for basically action sequences and just in case)

Pairing: None (at least not yet)

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Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past 2036

By

MJ19AQ

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Prologue

Link’s POV

I was walking along the forest with my sister, Aryll, next our small little cabin in the outskirts of the forest. You see, we’ve lived together for a couple of years with our uncle. Our parents were loyal knights to the courts of Hyrule. They gave their lives so that way Hyrule would be safe. Our uncle shielded us from our heritage as knights. He wanted us to live normal lives, not to be tainted with the visions of carnage, war, and bloodshed. Once, I was called upon to save Hyrule from the dangerous threat of Ganondorf, or Ganon for short. Princess Zelda was in danger of being cast away to the golden land, or the “Dark World” as everyone called it. I was able to get the three pendants needed to obtain the “blade of evil’s bane” -The Master Sword. As I reached to the top of the attic in Hyrule’s castle and was ready to rescue Princess Zelda, the evil sorcerer, Agahnim, when he casted her to the Dark World right before my eyes.

I defeated the evil wizard, but it wouldn’t be the last time I’d see him. Before he left, he casted me into the Dark World. I spend a good amount of time rescuing the other maidens that were trapped in various dungeons in that world, due to Ganon’s orders. I was able to find Princess Zelda and her along with the other maidens was able to gain entrance to Ganon’s Fortress. In their I met Agahnim again, but this time he split himself in three so that he would be victorious. Luckily, I didn’t give him that pleasure. I defeated him again, but it turned out to be no other than Ganon. He had created an alter-ego in order to gain access to the Light world. I fought with Ganon, using the famed Silver arrows to aid me in defeating him. Soon, Ganon was no more and the power of Gold, the triforce chose me as the one worthy enough to use it’s power and granted my request. I wanted nothing but peace and everyone to be alright. My sister, Aryll, was worried about me. I was happy when I returned back to her and to see that my uncle was alright. Hyrule was safe. And the master sword slept once again.

Anyways, as I was saying, I was walking along the forest with my sister, Aryll, enjoying my day with her. She was looking at all the flowers along the roadside, taking in the brisk morning air. My sister had decided long ago to take up the sword and become a warrior like me, despite my uncle’s protest of “that’s improper for a lady.” But, Aryll has a strong spirit and like me, she would never let anyone down. She would fight to the very end. I would spar with her from time to time with a wooden sword, making sure that her trusts, jabs, and swings were accurate. She would fall sometimes and get hurt. She’d even had many cuts, slashes, and scrapes made from the sparring, but no matter how many times I would try to stop, she’d insist that we continue. Aryll can be stubborn sometimes. She’s a tough girl. Not even one of the most skilled knights in Hyrule could stand up to her. She dreams that someday she would be recognized as a skilled warrior, not just a another girl who fancies the art of battle. I hope that dream comes true for her. At the age of 16, she is becoming more and more a strong young women. I want her to be able to take care of herself without being dependant on a man. I think she’ll achieve that goal. If danger arises, I want her beside me, to fight along my side as warriors and siblings, for the land of Hyrule to be safe. We both continued to walk further inside the forest when we both stopped to look upon some strange, black swirling object on the ground which looked much like a vortex. We both carefully walked a little bit closer, inspecting the strange sight when, suddenly, both of our feet were stuck on the black swirling object. A gush of wind quickly started to pull me and Aryll in. I clenched Aryll’s hand tightly, trying to pull us out of the grasp of the wind and of the black vortex. But, it was no use. We were both sucked in the vortex. I held my sister tightly, not wanting her to get lost in the vortex. It seemed like the black vortex would go on forever. A dim light could be seen just below us and both me and Aryll drifted toward that dim light and got out of the vortex. My eyes adjusted to the scene before us. It was strange. What we saw was a group of strange light, and strange types of contraptions of some sort. Also, we saw some people that were strangely dressed. My mind told me that this was still Hyrule, but something told me that we weren’t in our time anymore, and little did I realize that history would repeat itself.........

Aryll’s POV

I was walking in the forest on the outskirts of our small cabin, where me and my brother, Link, lived with our uncle. It was a beautiful day and the morning air was crisp and clear. I looked along the beautiful flowers, their colorful petals adorning the roadside. I loved taking these walks with my brother. He had done so much for Hyrule. He saved Hyrule from the evil sorcerer, Agahnim and returned peace for everyone. He saved Princess Zelda from the evils of the Dark World and rescued the other maidens as well. He told me to stay in the cabin while he went off to do battle with Ganon’s minions. Oh, how I wanted to be by his side and fight alongside him. After all, I’m a warrior as well. Too bad no else sees that. But, I listened to his wishes and stood away from the battle ground. But next time, I’ll fight alongside him, whether he agrees to it or not. I don’t want anything to happen to my brother.

At the tender age of 18, my brother, Link, takes the task of not only being my brother, but also my instructor, sparring partner, aid, and most of all, my best friend. He’s been everything to me. I can’t help but look at my brother with pride and honor. How I wish our mother and father could see what a fine young man Link turned out to be. I love him so much. I’ll stick by him no matter what. Me and Link walked deeper into the forest when we approached a strange, looking object on the ground. It was a black swirling object that kind of looked like a vortex.

Me and Link slowly walked towards the object, carefully inspecting it. All of a sudden, both of our foots were stuck to the black swirling object. A gush of wind came out of nowhere and started to pull us into the vortex. Link clenched my hand tightly and tried to pull the both us out of the black vortex. It was no use. The vortex sucked us in and we were in a pit of darkness. My brother held me tightly so that I wouldn’t drift off into the vortex. As we were floating inside the vortex, I noticed a dim light just below me and Link and slowly we drifted toward the dim light and got out of the vortex. I slowly adjusted my eyes to the scene before me and what I saw was very strange. Their was bright lights surrounding the area and strange contraptions could be seen all around. Also, I saw some people that were strangely dressed. I had a feeling that we were still in Hyrule but my mind told me that this was a different time. Little did I realize that history would repeat itself and I would play a part in it............

Well, that it for now. Please review this tidbit and give me some suggestions. I gladly would appreciate it. Also, I forgot to mention this before. Even though the concept is basely on LOZ: A Link to the Past, I’ll insert some different elements from some of the other Zelda games, but nothing too drastic. Also, I don’t own Aryll for she is part of the game. Anyway’s please review. Thank You.

Link and Aryll looked on in amazement at the sight that they were seeing. Many people were walking by on the streets, carrying strange “hand held irons”, pressed against their ears. Many strange contraptions were floating along the paved roads, as moving by some unseen force. Many bright lights illuminated the streets, temporarily blinding Link and Aryll’s vision. Link, with his green tunic on, and his brown boots with Aryll, wearing a green halter-top dress that went down to her mid-thighs but was split to the side in order for her to combat in battle, her brown, slender boots that had a small heel, walked toward the crowded filled streets. As they walked on by, both Aryll and Link got strange looks from the people. Both of them brushed it off, for they were looking at the people strangely as well. A young man was walking the side. He eyed Aryll, looking at her well-toned legs and smooth skin that glistened in the bright light.

“Hey, baby! What’s up?” the young man shouted to Aryll, licking his lips.

“What are you inquiring, sir,” Aryll questioned, looking at the strange, young man.

“I’m just checking you out. You look pretty fine,” the young man commented, looking at her lustfully. Aryll just stared at the young man, gaped by his strange appearance. The young man was wearing tight, blue jean that were ripped on his knees, a white t-shirt that clung to his body and some white sneakers. His hair had streaks of red and blonde colors, coated evenly in every strand. His nose had a small silver ring in it and his body was well built. His sapphire eyes never gazed off of Aryll’s, noticing her perfectly curved body and her strong, toned muscles. The young man walked up closer to Aryll, facing her.

“How about you and me go to the drawbridge in 54th street and.......get to know each other a little better? What do you say?!” the young man suggested, looking at Aryll’s eyes.

“You’re inquiry is inviting but I wish to decline,” Aryll firmly said.

“Come on, baby. I won’t bite.....I promise,” the young man said.

The young man tried to slip his hand around Aryll’s waist, but was stopped instantly by Aryll, who grabbed the young man’s hand, firmly, gripping it tightly, piercing her eyes at him. The young man tried to free his hand from Aryll’s grasp, but it was no use for Aryll kept her grip tightly on the young man’s hand.

“Sir, Did I give you permission to touch me? I think not!” Aryll said, piercing her eyes on the young man. Aryll let go of the young man’s hand, in which he shook it, feeling the tight grip that Aryll had on it. Angry, the young man walked up to Aryll and was about to slap her when Link abruptly slammed him against the street pavement.

“You dare strike a woman, sir?” Link sternly said.

“And who are you? Are you her boyfriend?” The young man replied, struggling under Link’s strength.

“Far from it. I’m her beloved brother and I shall not let anyone bring any harm to her,” Link responded dangerously.

“Brother, let him go. We have no quarrel with him,” Aryll pleaded. Link, at once, let go of the young man and lifted him off the ground. The young man looked at both Link and Aryll.

“Man.....Both of you are weird,” the young man spurned. The young man took off into a different direction. The crowd of people were astounded at the strength that Link and Aryll possessed. Link looked at Aryll, with concern.

“Are you alright, Aryll,” Link questioned, concerned.

“Do not worry, Link. I am well,” Aryll responded, smiling at Link. Link smiled back and took his sister hand, holding it tightly.

“This place is strange. It does feel like Hyrule, but it’s so unfamiliar too me,” Link commented.

“I agree. Perhaps we should ask someone where exactly we are,” Aryll suggested. Link nodded in response to Aryll. Link and Aryll proceeded to walk along the streets, asking people some question, but they were constantly getting the brush off. Some people even ran away from them, while other just gave strange, dirty looks at them. A few men tried to touch Aryll, only for Link to scare them off.

Soon, Link and Aryll sat at the bench in the park, looking at each other, discouraged that no one was willing to help them out. An older man in his forties, was walking along the park, with a load full of luggage in his hands. He looked at Link and Aryll, who were sitting at the bench, depressed.

“Hello, young ones. Why look so down?,” the man exclaimed.

“Sir, We were trying to get some help in figuring out where exactly we are but we failed miserably,” Aryll politely responded.

“Well, that’s easy, young lady! You’re in Hyrule!” the man stated.

“Are you certain, sir?” Link said, curiously.

“Oh yes, young man. You are indeed in Hyrule, in the year 2036!” The man firmly exclaimed.

“IN 2036!?!!!!” Both Link and Aryll exclaimed.

“Why, yes, young ones! Why are you so shocked to hear this?” the man asked, concerned.

Aryll was about to reply when Link abruptly stopped her. “We do not know this man, Aryll. I think that it would be wise to not reveal our whereabout to him until we have further knowledge of this man,” Link whispered to Aryll.

“You are right, brother. We should remain cautious! Even if we did tell him we’re from Hyrule as well, I’ll doubt that he’ll believe that we’re from a different era,” Aryll whispered in response.

Link got up from the bench and walked up to the man, along with Aryll. “Sir, we come from a.....distant land and we’re unfamiliar with the area. We are lost in this grand place and we need assistance. Would you be so kind as to help us?” Link politely asked.

The man looked at Link and Aryll, smiling at them. “Sure, I would be more than happy to help you out, young ones,”the man replied. Soon he extended his hand out to Link. “My name is Hairai Caldon. What is yours?” the man greeted, shaking Link’s hand. “My name is Link and to my left is my sister, Aryll,” Link greeted back, shaking Hairai’s hand firmly. Hairai turned his attention to Aryll. He gently took her hand and planted a small kiss on it. “Nice to meet you, Aryll,”Hairai politely greeted. Aryll curtsied in response. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, sir,”Aryll greeted.

“Perhaps we can help you by carrying your items, sir,” Link said, pointing to the bags of luggage that he was carrying.

“Oh.....That would be helpful. Thank you so much, Link,” Hairai replied.

Link grabbed a big luggage, firmly gripping the handling. Aryll proceeded to grab another big luggage as well, but was stopped by Hairai.

“My dear, you shouldn’t carry such heavy cargo!” Hairai responded, taking the luggage from Aryll.

“Sir, I’m am quite capable to carry your items as payment for your kindness,” Aryll reasoned.

“I’m sure you are, Aryll. But I don’t want to burden you,” Hairai replied, taking off a bag from his shoulder and handing it to Aryll, “Here, Aryll. I would appreciate it if you carried my bag for me, please!?!”

“Of course, sir,” Aryll said, slightly disappointed. “You can call me Hairai, Aryll,” Hairai replied, smiling.

Link, who was carrying two luggage along with Hairai, who was carrying two luggage, walked up to Aryll, who was carrying the bag on her shoulder.

“He’s only concerned about your welfare, Aryll. He means no harm,” Link said.

“I know, brother. But still, I don’t need special treatment just because I’m a woman,” Aryll responded, looking at Link eyes firmly.

“I know that, Aryll. Someday, all of Hyrule will see that,” Link firmly responded, looking deeply into Aryll’s eyes.

Aryll smiled at Link’s comfortable words and shoved him a bit, causing him to chuckle at Aryll’s playfulness.

Hairai looked behind him, smiling as he saw the closeness of Link and Aryll, and how much they both loved each other.

“It’s wonderful that the both of you too are together. Brother and Sister. It’s rare to find such relationships such as your, today. I hope you never lose the bond that you hold dear to each other, as siblings,” Hairai said, smiling happily as he looked at Link and Aryll.

“We intend too, Hairai,” Link replied, standing next to Aryll.

Hairai turned around and continued to walk toward the end of the park, with Link and Aryll following alongside him. Suddenly, Hairai came out of the park and into the side walk. He placed his luggage down and proceeded to wave for a taxi. A taxi car floats by and softly lands on the ground next to Hairai. Link and Aryll are puzzled at the strange contraption that they see before them.

“What a strange device this is,” Aryll said, astounded by the taxi car.

“Yes, it is. It’s floats in the air like magic,” Link responded, awed at the taxi car before him.

“You young ones never saw a taxi before? You both really are from a distant place,” Hairai said, chuckling, “but not to worry. I’ll be your guide.”

Hairai went to the back of the taxi and opened up the trunk, placing his luggage inside the trunk. Link also places the two other luggage inside the trunk. Aryll takes the bag off her shoulder and places it inside the trunk alongside the other luggage. Hairai closes the trunk and proceeds to open the back door to Aryll.

“After you, Aryll,” Hairai gestured.

“Thank You, Hairai,” Aryll politely replied. Aryll sat down at the back seat, while Hairai gently took her hand, helping her inside the taxi. He closed the door and walked to the other side of the taxi car, opening the door for Link.

“Go ahead, Link,” Hairai gestured.

“Thank You,” Link politely replied. Link sat in the back seat next to Aryll. Hairai went inside the taxi car, shutting the door beside him.

“Where to Sir?” the taxi driver asked.

“Take me to outskirts of the city, on the road in Chestnut Avenue, next to where the bridge is,” Hairai replied.

“You got it,” the taxi driver replied.

Soon, the taxi started to elevate from the ground and sped off toward the outskirts of the city. Hairai put on his seat belt. Aryll and Link looked at him confused. Hairai smiled at them and first, showed Aryll how to put her seat belt on. Aryll grasped the belt that was next to her and pulled it toward her, looking at Hairai. Hairai pointed to a buckle that was next to her. After seeing the buckle, Aryll firmly clasped the belt into the buckle, moving the strap a bit, to make sure it wasn’t too tight for her, smiling at Hairai. Hairai focused his attention to Link, who was looking at him. Hairai pulled out a belt that was next to Link and handed it to him. Link pulled the belt toward him, looking at Hairai. Hairai pointed to a buckle that was right next to Aryll’s buckle. Link eyed the buckle and firmly clasped the belt into the buckle, moving the strap slightly to ease some discomfort. Link looked at Hairai and smiled at him. Both Aryll and Link looked outside of the window, watching many cars floating by and tall buildings.

“This city is grand. A lot of people come from all around the world, either to shop, to find a mate, or just to find a new life. There’s something for everyone in this city. This land is ruled by the King of Hyrule. He is a kind fellow, who is always concerned about the welfare of the people,” Hairai explained.

“Sounds like he is of great importance to this fair land,” Aryll commented.

“Indeed he is, Aryll. I just wish his daughter was like him,” Hairai replied.

“And why do you say that?” Link inquired.

“Because, his daughter is too wild. Her name is Princess Zelda. She is an heir to the throne, though, she would rather go out and party with her girlfriends then take in consideration the problems that we have been facing,” Hairai answered.

“What troubles this fair land of Hyrule?” Link asked.

“Well, recently there’s a lot of strange things going on, like, earthquakes, natural disasters and other things that would be too long to list. It had been going on for a while, but recently, an mysterious stranger showed up and erased all of these problems. The King was so grateful that he hired this man to be his personal Advisor. However, I don’t trust the advisor that the King hired and I have a strange feeling about him, but that is my opinion,” Hairai commented.

“Why does this sound.....familiar?” Link thought.

“Anyways, it’s none of my business, so I shouldn’t trouble myself with such things. Take a look outside, my friends. There you will see the glory of Hyrule,” Hairai said, gesturing out to the window.

Both Link and Aryll looked out at the window and saw a grand castle that was just at the outskirts of the city. Both of them smiled, remembering all the fun times they had inside the castle, with Princess Zelda.

“That, my young ones, is Hyrule Castle. It has been there for ages. The King never wanted to tear down that castle. He always insisted in staying inside of the castle, having it repaired whenever it needed to be repaired. Of course, some of the decor has been modernized, but all in all, the castle has remained the same. The place where I live is really close to the castle. It’s within walking distance to the castle. It also in a really nice area, where there’s lots of trees and a beautiful meadow nearby. You’ll both love it,” Hairai said.

Link and Aryll continued to look on as the scenery changed from the a grand city to a beautiful, green pasturage, filled with beautiful flowers and green trees. The taxi car floated by, next to a bridge walkway, flying across it. Then, the taxi car started to descend, next to a beautiful, white house that was nestled on top of a small hill. The taxi parked on the ground and stopped. Hairai unbuckled himself, and opened his door. Hairai showed Link how to unbuckle himself, by pointing to the button that was on the buckle. Link unbuckled himself, making sure that the strap went back to the proper place. Link turned around and showed her Aryll the button that was on her buckle. Aryll unbuckled herself, letting go of the strap. She proceeded to open the door. Hairai smiled and walked out of the taxi car. He trotted to the other side of the car and helped Aryll out of the taxi. Link got out of the taxi and walked up to Aryll’s side. Hairai went to the back of the trunk and started to unload all of the luggage, with Link and Aryll helping him. After closing the trunk, Hairai walked up to the taxi driver.

“How much do I owe you, sir,” Hairai asked.

“That’ll be $150 bucks,” the taxi driver replied.
Link reached into his tunic, pulling out a large sack. He walked up to Hairai.

“Don’t worry! I’ll gladly pay your wages,” Link offered.

“No, my boy! I’ll pay the driver. You keep your money, okay?” Hairai responded.

“But, Hairai, I must help you for I am indebted to you for all the kindness that you have shown us so far,” Link replied, insisting that he pay.

“No, Link. I will pay him. Don’t you worry about it. You’ve both help me a lot today. More than what I would have asked for,” Hairai firmly stated, placing a hand on Link’s shoulder. Link nodded, finally giving in to Hairai’s request. Hairai sifted through his wallet and pulled out a small card that was inscribed “Rupees” on the card. The taxi driver pulled out a machine, which had a card slot on the side of it, with some numbers on it. Hairai slid the card through the slot. The machine read, “$150 rupees. Enter this amount?” Hairai pressed the “Ok” button and the machine hummed to the command. Then another message popped up saying, “Thank You. The amount has been accepted. Would you like a receipt?” Hairai pressed another button that said, “Yes”. The machine printed out a receipt, in which the driver gave to Hairai.

“Thanks, sir. Have a nice day!” the taxi driver said. The driver got inside the taxi car and floated off, away from the white house. Hairai picked up his two luggage, which Link picked up the other two and Aryll picked up the bag, throwing it over her shoulder. Hairai started to walk to the white house, with Link and Aryll following him. Hairai walked up the steps to the front porch of his house. Link and Aryll walked right behind him, having a strange feeling about the familiarity of the area. Hairai placed his luggage down next to him and went up toward the door. Next to the door was a small white, screen panel. Hairai placed his hand on the small panel, which started to scan his hand. The door automatically opened up. Hairai grabbed his luggage and walked inside the house, with Link and Aryll following. Link and Aryll looked around, gaped at the beautiful designs of the house. It was completely white with many lamps, small table and comfortable chairs. There was also a leather sofa at the right side of the living room that was right in front of big screen plasma tv.

“Follow me, young ones,” Hairai replied.

Hairai proceeded to walk along the hallway, passing his kitchen area as Link and Aryll continued to look around the house in amazement. Hairai walked upstairs towards his bedroom, with Link and Aryll right behind him. He entered his bedroom and placed his luggage on top of his bed. Link also placed his luggage on top of his bed with Aryll doing the same with the bag on her shoulder. Hairai looked at both Link and Aryll, smiling at them.

“Welcome to my home, Link and Aryll. I have lived here for twenty years. It’s always a been the best place to be after a long, restless travel. There’s quite a bit of history in this home. It was once a small cottage, where a man lived with his niece and nephew, but that was a long time ago. Even so, the three were quite helpful members of the community. They lived peaceful lives here in this area. That’s what attracted me to this place. It’s nice and quiet,” Hairai said.

Link and Aryll looked at each other, knowing that the man was talking about themselves and their uncle. Aryll looked at Hairai.
“Your home is quite lovely, Hairai,” Aryll commented.

“Yes, it is. You have made it your own,” Link commented also.

“Thank you, young ones. Come with me, I shall show you your room,” Hairai gestured.

“O-Our room?” Link repeated.

“Yes. Come,” Hairai repeated. Hairai walked out of his bedroom, with Link and Aryll following him. Hairai stopped in front of a bedroom, that was across from his. He pushed the button that was next to the bedroom and walked inside, gesturing Link and Aryll to follow him. Both of them followed him inside the bedroom, looking at the simple, yet, clean room. The bedroom had a queen bed at the corner of the room. Also there was a desk with a small lamp at the against the wall of the room. Next to the table, was the closet door, with mirror on it. Next to the bed was a small table that had a lamp on the table, with a small drawer on it. Link and Aryll looked at the room, with astoundment and tears in their eyes. Both turned around and turned their attention to Hairai.

“T-This is too much, Hairai. A-Are you really giving us a place to stay?” Aryll choked, with tears in her eyes.

“Yes, Aryll. You both are new in this land and you’ll need someone to be your guide. You’ll also keep me company while you both are staying here since I live alone. You can help me out around the house, if you wish to do so. Take this as my way of saying, “Welcome to Hyrule,” Hairai replied, smiling at Aryll.

“I-I don’t know what to......say,” Link choked, with tears swelling up on his eyes.

“Don’t worry about anything, young ones. This is my way of saying “Thank You” for helping me out,” Hairai replied.

Suddenly both Link and Aryll, filled with great emotion and love for Hairai, instantly hugged him, causing Hairai to fall on the ground, while the two siblings continued to hug him. Both Link and Aryll released Hairai from their grasp, blushing.

“Sorry,” Link and Aryll said in unison.

“It’s quite alright, young ones. Come downstairs and I’ll prepare dinner for the both of you. We all had a long day,” Hairai replied, laughing a bit.

Hairai walked out of the bedroom with Link and Aryll following him, smiling at each other.

Well, that’s the end of this chapter. Whew! I have finally updated. The next chappy will feature Princess Zelda. She’ll be different, trust me. You’ll just have to wait and see! Please review my chappy. I’ll update as soon as I can. Also, as a note, they’ll be no pairings on Zelda and Link, since I have always thought that the two of them are cousins. Until next time!