Curse of Charanatos

At first, Link saw nothing. Then, he started seeing someone looking down at him. Link gained full eyesight and saw Zelda peering down at him.

“Link! Thank goodness, you’re safe.” She said with relief.

When Link got up, he saw that he was in an Inn at Kakariko Village. In a forgotten timeline about five years ago, this was where he spent time with Darunia. He got up and then Zelda laid him back down. She then saw that Link looked hurt, even though he bore no wound.

“What happened to you?” She asked, very curious at this.

Link hung his head and remained quiet for a minute or two. He then spoke in a very hoarse, sad tone.

“You remember Malon?” Link asked gloomily.

Zelda thought for a while and asked, “Wasn’t she the girl that gave you Epona?”

“She’s not my friend anymore.” He told her.

Zelda was shocked. Link and Malon had always been friends. He told her about three days ago that he would spend a little time with Malon, but how could she not be his friend anymore.

“Huh? You’ve lost me, Link. What’re you talking about?” Zelda asked, starting to get worried.

“Remember those thugs with the Curse of Charanatos?” Link asked.

Zelda slowly nodded, expecting something horrible. For a while, Link couldn't answer, but then he sighed and said it, with extreme difficulty.

“She’s with them.” Link said gloomily.

Zelda looked like she was slapped across the face. Malon was a good person. Why would she turn on everyone like that?

“What?” She asked, still stunned at what Link just said.

“SHE’S…ONE…OF…THEM! She activated the curse and did combat with me. Malon has betrayed us all!” Link told her.

This time he sounded angry and sad at the same time. “That’s the truth of it. Accept it, Link.” Darunia said.

"But I didn't do anything. I didn't even spend as much time with Zelda three days ago. I only remember walking over to take her Bombchu bowling, but I can't remember anything past that. I did nothing to her!" Link said, trying to show some reason.

Darunia put a hand on his sworn brother's shoulder and helped him to his feet.

“Here’s something I learned, so listen closely. Don’t hesitate. When the time comes, just ACT.” Darunia advised, "There are times when something like this will happen, but our compassion will sometimes slow us down."

Link's look of bravery was back in his eyes. The look of determination was back in his eyes and the only thing missing now was his sword and shield.

"Thanks, Darunia. I needed that." Link said, holding out a hand.

"No problem." Darunia said, clutching Link's hand and Link grimaced in pain.

"Uh, Darunia? Stop breaking my hand." Link strained.

Darunia did that just when he said, "Oops. Sorry."

“By the way, Link..." A voice said.

Impa had just entered the room with something in her hand.

"We found something.” Impa informed.

She held up the small piece of paper and Link took it. It was folded over, so he unfolded it.

There was a message on it and it read,
Link and sages,
If you are reading this, they found me. I now know who they’re working for. This person is Charanatos’ apprentice Vaati. He’s a dark sorcerer that has mastered the magic of the wind. According to the legends, the people you saw are gathering souls in an attempt to revive Charanatos. They’re very powerful, so I’ve given you these. If you’re reading this, open the box I sent you. It will allow the blade of evil’s bane to help you in your quest.
Good luck,
King of Hyrule
P.S. (Take care of Zelda, all of you.)

“I guess we arrived too late.” Darunia said in disappointment.

Link read the part of the letter and opened the box. He reached inside and pulled out the spiritual stones. The Kokiri’s Emerald, The Goron’s Ruby, and the Zora’s Sapphire were in his hand.

“That’s it!” Link realized, “He meant the Master Sword!” Link said out loud.

They all nodded and headed for the temple of time to get the legendary blade.


Miles away, Vaati was meditating while hovering in midair. He then turned when a redheaded woman came into his chamber. He was indeed, VERY angry.

“You failed me, Malon. Perhaps you need more training.” Vaati suggested.

“I do, master. Give me another chance and this time, I won’t fail.” She said, bowing.

Vaati whirled around suddenly and backhanded her across the face. When Malon recovered, Vaati growled.

"Need I remind you that I will be giving the orders around here? Your turn for Link has ended, now it’s up to Zygor to take him out. Luckily for us, he’s already got a plan.” Vaati said confidently.

"He does?" Malon asked.

"Of course. And when Link's soul is mine, Charanatos will live again!"

Vaati started off sniggering, then he chuckled, then he broke out into a maniacal laugh. Everything was going just as he planned.

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