Romani Ranch

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Romani Ranch, also known as Milk Village,[1] Village of Milk,[2] and Chateau Romani's Village,[3] is a Ranch from Majora's Mask. It is the source of Chateau Romani, a luxurious brand of Milk.

Background

Romani's Ranch was originally run by Cremia and Romani's father. He is responsible for breeding the Romani-Breed of cows that produce Chateau Romani.[4] After his death, the responsibilities of the Ranch were given to Cremia.[5][6] Romani Ranch directly competes with the Gorman Brothers for sale of Milk at the Milk Bar.[7] The Gorman Brothers use questionable methods to sell their milk, such as watering it down, and lying about its nutrition.[8][9] They resort to banditry to attempt to halt Cremia's efforts to export the milk to town.[10][11] The path from Milk Road to Romani Ranch is blocked by a boulder. Link must either blow it up, or wait for one of Mutoh's men to destroy it by the Final Day. It is unclear if this was Skull Kid's or the Gorman Brother's doing.[12]

Story

The Romani-Bred Cows are few in number, and as such are very precious to Cremia and Romani. Every year around the same time as the Carnival, ghosts appear at night to try and steal the Cows.[13] During the First Day, Romani practices using a balloon and her bow to protect the Ranch.[14] If Link talks to her during this time, Romani gives him the opportunity to practice Horse Archery using many balloons.[15] If Link successfully pops all ten of the balloons within the two minute time limit,[16] Romani asks Link to help defend the Ranch, and teaches him Epona's Song.[17] The ghosts arrive at 2 AM and Link must help fight them off until 6 AM.[18] If Link is successful, Romani gives Link a Bottle of Romani Milk.[19] However, if Link fails to fight them off, Romani, along with the Romani-Bred Cows, are abducted. Romani returns on the final day, though she suffers from amnesia about the whole event.[20]

On the Second Day, Cremia is preparing to make a shipment of Chateau Romani to the Milk Bar if Link successfully defended the ranch.[21] Otherwise, she is too distraught over losing the cows and not believing Romani.[22] She invites the young hero to come along, as she normally has company on the ride.[23][24] Along the way, the path down Milk Road is blocked, so she is forced to take a detour through the Gorman Track.[25][26] The cart is attacked by the Gorman Brothers, who attempt to destroy their shipment.[27] After successfully fending off the bandits, Cremia thanks Link by rewarding him with Romani's Mask, a sign of membership to the Milk Bar.[28]

Though on the Final Day, not a lot happens at Romani Ranch, many flee Clock Town and seek refuge at Romani Ranch.[29]

Other Attractions

Doggy Racetrack

Main article: Doggy Racetrack

The Doggy Racetrack is run by Mamamu Yan. The Racetrack is home to the Dog Race 500 that guests may bet on for entertainment.[30]

Cucco Shack

Main article: Cucco Shack

The Cucco Shack is home to Grog and his many Cuccos. He raises them here, and regrets that he won't be able to see his chicks grow into full Cuccos.[31]

Mama's House

Main article: Mama's House

This is the home of both Cremia and her sister Romani. The house doesn't serve much purpose in the game, but to the side of the house there lies a small stable with Link's trusty steed, Epona, inside.

References

  1. "Milk Village, Romani Ranch" — Sign, Majora's Mask.
  2. "Romani Ranch Village of Milk 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m." — Sign, Majora's Mask.
  3. "Welcome to Romani Ranch, Chateau Romani's Village. Enjoy yourself." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  4. "The special Romani-bred cows are the source of Chateau Romani, the most desired of forbidden milk! It is a mystical milk that fills you with Magic Power..." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  5. "I guess it's been a while now since our father died. I'm trying to take care of the ranch, but things have been getting unstable lately...e cows always seem bothered and frazzled, and I'm finding broken bottles everywhere... Who's doing it, I don't know..." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  6. "Cremia, manager of Romani Ranch Milk is her specialty" — Bombers' Notebook, Majora's Mask.
  7. "From here on out the milk business will be ours!" — Gorman Brothers, Majora's Mask.
  8. "This bottle contains two helpings, but the milk looks a bit watered down..." — Help Box about Gorman Brother's Milk, Majora's Mask.
  9. "We're different from Romani Ranch. Our milk is fresh and full of vitamins. This is true!" — Gorman Brothers, Majora's Mask.
  10. "If any pursuers come from behind, chase them off with your arrows." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  11. "And I heard the wagon carrying their milk was attacked." — Gorman Brothers, Majora's Mask.
  12. "Someone was up to some no-good mischief and blocked the road to Romani Ranch." — Mutoh's Worker, Majora's Mask.
  13. "They... They come at night every year when the carnival gets closer." — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  14. "Romani was practicing... For tonight...Tonight..." — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  15. "Hey, Grasshopper, I'm recruiting for an assistant right now!" — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  16. "There are 10 ghost-shaped balloons in the ranch, so hurry and burst them all. If you take over 2 minutes, you're out." — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  17. "I'll teach Romani's horse-calling song to you, Grasshopper." — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  18. "My strategy begins tonight at two. I'll be waiting by the barn..." — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  19. "Here's Romani's thanks. When you drink it, put your hand on your hip and take a big gulp like we do here at the ranch!" — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  20. "But...This... What is this practice for? ...Romani...can't remember..." — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  21. "I'm going to town now to deliver milk." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  22. "If I thought it would come to this, then...What Romani said, I should have..." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  23. "I'm going by wagon into town. Would you like a ride?" — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  24. "That's great. Tonight I'm kind of lonely... I welcome company." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  25. "First Milk Road is blocked by a boulder and now..." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  26. "We have to take this detour through ugly country..." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  27. "They may be after my cargo of milk bottles." — Cremia, Majora's Mask.
  28. "That mask is only given to a limited number of adult customers. It's proof of membership." — Romani, Majora's Mask.
  29. "We'll be going to Romani Ranch in the evening to take refuge. I think you should all hurry too." — Anju's Mother, Majora's Mask.
  30. "Please feel free to take our fresh spring water home with you. Swamp Tourist Center" — Sign, Majora's Mask.
  31. "My only regret is that I won't get to see these guys in their prime as roosters." — Grog, Majora's Mask.