Proving-Grounds Attendant

You actually did it!

Even among the Gerudo, only a select few have
EVER obtained the ice arrows!

And now a Hylian's gone and done it!

I guess the captain was right about you, after all.

You've proven yourself to be a warrior any Gerudo
would be proud to fight beside!

You may now use the grounds as you please. Feel
free to enter at any time!

Wait a minute... But... Wasn't he inside the proving
grounds already?

Well, I suppose slipping past the gate would be child's play for
one of his caliber.

Enjoy the privilege of those who've claimed the
ice arrows! You may now use the grounds as
you please!

By that look in your eyes, I take it you still have
business here.

Since you have claimed the ice arrows, you're free
to use the proving grounds as you please.

Hm? Don't tell me you've come for a refund.

However far you've progressed is where you'll
resume upon returning.

If you encounter a challenge that seems too steep
for you, I suggest you retreat.

However, know you will be charged an entry fee
for each of your forays into the grounds.

What? Lost your nerve?

We do not believe there is dishonor in retreating.
In fact, respecting one's own limits is a virtue.

However far you've progressed is where you'll
resume upon returning.

Just remember that you will be charged an entry
fee for each of your forays into the grounds.

I will not deny you a chance to test yourself so
long as you have the rupees to fund it.

May your resolve carry you to the end.

You're free to exit the grounds at any time. And
however far you've progressed at that point is
where you'll resume upon returning.

Just remember that you will be charged an entry
fee for each of your forays into the grounds.

Figures. Clever enough to imitate us but not
clever enough to keep your pockets full.

Sorry, but it seems you're lacking the
necessary funds.

Yes, I expected as much. I hear you're quite strong
for a Hylian. But I also imagine you're aware of
your limits.

Wise... Those who misjudge the extent of their
power often end up dead.

You're free to attempt the challenges of the
proving grounds as much as you like.

Oh, sorry about that.

So... You want to take on the proving grounds?

In that case, you'll need to pay the entry fee.
That's 30 rupees for a Hylian.

Only the Gerudo are allowed to participate for
free, you see.

Indeed. It's where we Gerudo forge ourselves into
the hardened warriors you see before you.

And those who prove themselves against the
obstacles within will be granted the treasure of
the Gerudo as proof of their mettle.

If you're set on challenging yourself, I may be
inclined to let you in...

However, as an outsider, we demand a payment
of 30 rupees for each foray into the grounds.

Travelers from distant lands have a saying they use
to motivate themselves... If I'm recalling, it was...

"Sometimes, you just have to roll up your sleeves."
But I suppose Hylians prefer wearing headgear to
rolling up sleeves, eh? Nothing wrong with that.

I will give you points, however, for your mask
selection. It doesn't come close to the real thing,
but I can appreciate the attempt.

Is it payment you lack, or is it courage, I wonder?

Look, if you're not here to take on the challenge,
then move along.

You've returned. How admirable. So the proving
grounds haven't crushed your spirit yet?

Then by all means...

You? But... When did you pass through the gate?
Hm... Actually, forget I asked.

I have no idea how you did it, but that doesn't
change my job here.

I open the gate for those who wish to enter the
proving grounds. No more, no less.

The captain asked you to do something, correct?
Then why are you in my face, wasting time?

The proving grounds aren't a place for you to kick
your feet up and watch the clouds roll by.

Please... That confidence is likely to get you killed.
This course is a challenge for even the most
skilled Gerudo.

But...who would I be if I didn't at least entertain
your eagerness to improve, hm?

Very well. You may enter, Hylian.

Very well. This place was designed for the Gerudo,
but if you decide you'd like to enter, maybe we can
come to an agreement.

Growth is a choice, Hylian. Remember that.

Right... You must be the Hylian everyone's been
going on about.

The captain has charged you with a task, yes?
How curious, then, to find you gallivanting around
the fortress instead.

This is the proving grounds where we Gerudo
sharpen our skills.

If you're looking for a place to leisure about,
I suggest you look elsewhere.

Not hard enough, eh?

Give it your all, Hylian.

A challenger?

If this guy went head-to-head with Ganondorf, he might even
be able to hold his own...

Of course, I would never say such a thing out loud.

Whew! Glad no one can read my thoughts...

It's just... To think that our proving grounds were
bested by a Hylian with such gaudy eyewear...

You inspired me to attempt a few runs through
the grounds myself, but...

I wasn't even able to beat the first monster...

*sigh* I suppose that's why I'm posted here
instead of the front lines...

I heard a phrase once from some travelers of
a faraway land. I believe it was a means of
self-motivation... It was...

"Sometimes, you just have to roll up your sleeves."

But I guess you Hylians prefer putting on silly
headgear to rolling up your sleeves, eh?

But if that's the secret to this guy's strength, maybe I should try
wearing something like that too...

To think that the proving grounds were bested by
someone with such obnoxious goggles...

Hm? Is this some Hylian joke?

If you'd like to train something, train yourself to
be better with money.

Return with the required rupees, and maybe
we'll talk.

I see... Seems his equipment is up to the task.

But to train like us, outsiders must pay a fee first.
That's 30 rupees for a Hylian.

What? Did you really think that mask had
anyone fooled?

But not so fast. If you want to train like us, it'll cost
you 30 rupees.

Hold on... He hasn't obtained anything that allows him to
move heavy objects yet, has he?

No good. I doubt he'll ever reach the treasure of the Gerudo
without it.

Well... I'm sure he'll figure it out...

Hold on... He hasn't obtained anything that allows him to
travel long distances, has he?

Hold on... He hasn't obtained anything that allows him to
travel underwater yet, has he?

Hold on... He hasn't obtained anything that allows him to
smash solid objects, has he?

Hold on... He hasn't obtained a bow yet, has he?

You play well.

It's catchy, at least...

What's that instrument?

Quite nice.

What's that instrument?

What's that song?

How moving...

Not bad, I guess.

A song from your home?

Never heard that one.

Not bad, I guess...

I really liked that one.

Never heard that one.

Not bad, I guess.

A song from your home?

Never heard that one...

Not sure I liked it.

A song from your home?

Quite nice.

It's catchy, at least...

I really liked that one.

This song is familiar...

My spirit stirs...

I really liked that one.

Quite nice.

It's catchy, at least...

What's that instrument?

Never heard that one.

A song from your home?

You play well.

So...sleepy...

Not bad, I guess.

You play well.

Go on—try it!

You better not miss!

Think that'd scare me?

You've lost your mind!

Put out the flames!

Behave yourself!

Why, you!

You've lost your mind!

How overconfident!

Ack!

Guh!

It's a fight, then?!

You're done!

Why, you!

Now you've done it!