[Dark Link, Link] Zelda

[Ganondorf]

Was gonna keep this private-ish, but I'll go ahead and post it here. I'm thinking of introducing Zelda as a Prime here. That way, we have the big three on the site, and it gives all of us a good reason to search her out. Obviously she'd be in hiding, especially after my own arrival in the 'Verse. Not looking for anything stat-wise. Just looking to see how we should add her into the site. Got any ideas?

[Illidan Stormrage]

Are you saying you'd make her an NPC like Thrall, et al?

[Ganondorf]

Yeah.

[Illidan Stormrage]

I was originally thinking that she might join Camelot under the guise of Sheik, but time-wise Ganon already kinows who Sheik is. Maybe another disguise? Or she joins Camelot and keeps her appearance under wraps for now?

[Ganondorf]

I was thinking she might hang out in the Green, using an elf pseudonym. She's already elf-like in appearance, so she'd fit in pretty well. And as long as she kept under the radar, she wouldn't need a disguise outside of wearing non-royal clothing.

[Illidan Stormrage]

That's a cool idea.

[Ganondorf]

Anything else you think we should include? Should she be trying to influence events now that Link and Ganon are here? Would she try to find Link and coerce him into fighting Ganon? Would she be warning Camelot and the Green about Ganon?

[Dark Link]

I'm quite glad you brought up the idea, Ganon. I have been thinking of asking at some point whether or not Zelda could be included in the Omniverse as an NPC, since her presence would certainly offer great storyline opportunities for all three of us.

You guys pretty much mentioned the ideas I would have had. She would either seek refuge in Camelot (I have no doubt Aragorn would accept her into her court....heck, maybe even as a heiress to the throne unless Aragorn has any kids right now) or she would lay low among the elves. Whatever you decide, I'm cool with it. Actually, from an OOC perspective, Tangled Green might be a better option just for the sake of encouraging activity in places other than Camelot and Coruscant and having more NPCs stationed there.

As for the rest.....well, for starters, even if she doesn't use a full blown disguise, I imagine she will at least change her name and slightly change her appearance. After all, living in a secluded area doesn't in itself guarantee her safety. As for what she would be doing....well, Zelda tends to be a very pro-active person. So even while lying low, I imagine she would still establish some sort of spy network and keep tabs on the activities and movements of both Ganondorf and Link (since Dark Link only really came to existence as he is now within the Omniverse, Zelda currently probably has no idea he even exists.....which might lead to funny situations where Zelda receives conflicting information regarding Link).

Heck, "lying low" doesn't necessarily translate to her being an ordinary citizen; she's likely to fulfill some sort of important role that doesn't put her in the limelight but still gives her access to some important resources and connections, such as serving as Tyrande's chancellor or spymaster. And if she ever does need a disguise, whether to avoid recognition or gain information from less reputable sources, she could pretend to be the pirate girl Tetra.

[Illidan Stormrage]

Anything else you think we should include? Should she be trying to influence events now that Link and Ganon are here? Would she try to find Link and coerce him into fighting Ganon? Would she be warning Camelot and the Green about Ganon?

I think hiding the Tangled Green is the better option, mostly for the points Dark Link said. I'd imagine Zelda would be coming up with a plan, but that's assuming she knows that Ganondorf is here as well. Since she doesn't technically exist yet, neither of us have encountered her. Still she may be being careful by hiding out, but unless she heard about the Rathalos and the crew that dispatched them, she likely believes shes the only Hylian here.

Perhaps her Triforce of Wisdom helps her search for us, though? My Link hasn't got the Triforce of Courage yet (is the end goal of my story arc, though) so maybe she can't sense me? Or maybe Wisdom gives her sight to search for anything. I don't know.

[Ganondorf]

Actually beginning to strongly considered Tetra as our Zelda incarnation. None of us know Zelda as Tetra IC, so she wouldn't need to hide as much. and it adds a "kid" character into the Verse, which is something only ProtoMan is really doing right now.

[Dark Link]

While you are obviously free to do whatever you want, I am personally more in favour of Zelda being in her OoT incarnation and laying low in Tangled Green. Personally, I think it's more interesting when it is the Zelda we all know, since it adds more tension and intrigue to the interaction between characters, especially with Dark Link serving as the spanner in the works.

Besides, our own characters are all primarily their OoT versions. If we're adding Zelda for the sake of completing the set, we might as well go with her OoT incarnation.

That's just my opinion, though. You guys are the ones with actual authority over RPG matters.

[Ganondorf]

Nah. Feel free to give input. Staff are fallible, ya know. We're all always open to feedback.

On that note, this thread can be used by ANYONE with anything to add to it, not just us Hyrule folks.

[Omni]

I think something like Link has done for his character would be good. Officially the OoT incarnation of Zelda (so her basic appearance) to complete the set, but with the memories of all her incarnations infused within her. This would make particular sense for Zelda given her true status (see Skyward Sword, I don't wanna give any spoilers). There's no reason you couldn't have an adult version of Tetra if she decided she wanted to do that. It might be cool to see. I think the Deeps or the Green would both be good choices.

[Ganondorf]

I think that could work. She always seemed proactive, so it might be good to have her run pirating and raids on Empire assets in the Deep.

[Dark Link]

Zelda is definitely a proactive type....I'm just not so sure she's necessarily a proactive military type. Don't get me wrong, she's a perfectly capable warrior in her own right. But more often than not, she usually attempted to achieve her goals through more subtle means, letting others (like Link) do most of the direct fighting. So while I could see her taking the guise of Tetra when she needs to achieve something specific, I'm not sure she's the type to primarily be leading raids against Empire outposts.

The more I think about it, the more I'm in favour with Ganon's original idea of her being in Tangled Green. Not just due to the elf-like appearance of Hylians, but also due to her wisdom and proficiency with magic. Like I said before, I think she would be great as Tyrande's chancellor/adviser/spymaster. Also, I completely agree with Omni's idea of her having the memories of all her incarnations; it fits both her own nature and that of the setting.

[Ganondorf]

I'm still working on this. Just an update.

Probably going with the Green thing. I'll see what I can flesh out, when I have time.

[Ganondorf]

Location/Role:

Princess Zelda resides with the Elves of Yggdrasil in the Tangled Green. There, she acts as Court Minstrel in the open, but advises Tyrande Whisperwind behind the scenes. From the moment she arrived in the Omniverse, she's kept her identity secret. She knew that if she came here, Ganondorf could as well. So, the elves simply know her as Muse.

Zelda regularly adopts other guises when simply advising the Queen is not enough. Her two most common are the mysterious ninja known as Sheik and the pirate Tetra. The former is Zelda's go-to disguise when dealing with Mokuruge. Sheik appears to be male, despite Zelda's actual gender. On the other hand, Tetra is Zelda's traditional persona when direct action must be taken against threats.

Story:

History to come... one day.