Lueburry

That's up to her to decide, Minister. I mean, she's the only one capable of mending the rifts.

During this time of crisis in Hyrule, we all have to play our parts. Princess Zelda included.

Princess, I urge you to go with Tri to the other rifts.

You're the only one who can fix them and save all the people who've gone missing!

Minister, you stay here and help me investigate the rifts. We'll play support for the princess.

Oh, yeah, I almost forgot.

That sword you've got there? Pretty sure I can make it even more powerful than it is.

I'll have to do more research on it though. So talk to me later if you're interested.

You want to chat about the sword, huh?

As I mentioned before, the Sword of Might is my craftsmanship.

For a while now, I've been researching a type of crystal that's sometimes left behind from the rifts.

In my research, I discovered that it's highly effective against rift monsters.

I ended up calling it "might crystal." It's what I forged the Sword of Might from, in fact.

During my investigations into the rifts, I met Link, who's from Suthorn Village.

I made the sword for him, and the rest is history.

Aha! And it appears you have some of that blue crystal with you!

Link's made good use of the sword. Meanwhile, I've continued forging things with might crystals.

See that machine in the corner? I designed it to enhance the sword.

You should give it a try. All you'd need to do is bring me some might crystals.

Eh?! Looking at the sword, it seems like it's lost some of its power.

But once we enhance it, it'll be back to its original state.

Mmm! I understand the situation now. Thanks for the explanation, Princess.

All right, this has been bugging me ever since you barged in here. What IS that floaty thing?

You're telling me we're the only ones who can see you? That's odd...

Yeah, yeah, sure. But back to the matter at hand: What is it that you and I have in common?

We've both ended up in rifts and lived to tell the tale.

It seems the rifts change people somehow...

Oh, yeah! Guess I should introduce myself. The name's Lueburry. I'm Impa's older brother.

And the swordsman who saved you is Link. I made his weapon: the Sword of Might.

Princess, remember that big, nasty blue fella who captured you? The sword was for taking him out.

See, I spend my time researching Hyrule's history and its rifts.

For ages now, rifts have appeared, and sometimes folks have ended up in them.

Those unfortunate enough to be pulled into a rift vanished without a trace...

After which townsfolk would say they'd been stolen away.

Anyhow, Link made it his mission to fight the monsters that come crawling out of the rifts.

He also tried to prevent folks from going missing. And I've been helping as I'm able too.

Which's why I made him a sword—one that's effective against the rift monsters.

The Sword of Might Princess Zelda's wielding is the very one I hoped would be of use to Link.

Clearly we're missing something.

The rift in the forest is gone, but Link's not back. What we need is more information.

So maybe Link is somewhere else, then?!

Plenty of monsters come out of rifts, but that blue one was particularly powerful.

I've got a hunch that if we take him out, it'll fix the whole "people disappearing" business.

Princess, you shared that Link managed to take the blue guy out.

And yet the rifts keep coming.

Whozzat? I'm a very busy man. No time for chatter. Now, get!

No, no, no. I'm about to leave. Come back later!

I. Said. Nooo!

I've got to go save Link!

Hm?

Hang on here...

That's Link's cloak!

So why do YOU have it? Did you see him? Well?!

WhaAaAAat?!

OK. Tell me everything. Tell me about the rifts and anything you know about the swordsman.

Need something?

Tell me about Link. What should I do? No, thanks.

You want to learn about Link? Well, I suppose I've got a minute.

You know how I talked about people being stolen away over the years?

Well, there's one story about all that which is pretty unique.

At one point, there was a group of children who went missing, but they ended up coming back!

Link was one of the kids in that group.

Unfortunately, those poor kids lost a lot in that ordeal. Their memories, their spirits...

And they lost the ability to speak. But Link? He was different.

While he did lose the ability to speak, he's the only one who recalled being stolen away.

On top of that, he gained a special ability to sense when new rifts would appear.

So he started using his uncanny ability to head monsters off whenever a new rift would crop up.

And he'd also do what he could to prevent others from being taken into rifts.

I bet he thinks if he keeps fighting, he might eventually be able to speak again.

Through his dedication, he's kept countless people from ending up in rifts.

So I'm sure he's also doing this because it's the right thing to do. It isn't just self-motivated.

That's all I've got for ya on Link.

You've got a rocky journey ahead of you. Keep your chin up, Princess.

Need anything else?

Tell me about Link. What should I do? No, thanks.

All right, check out the machine whenever you want to enhance something.

That's it! There's nothing more I can enhance for you.

But! If you bring me might crystals, I'll make something I think you'll like...

Well now! Seems you've got might crystals!

I could use them to make something I think you'd really like. What do you say?

Please do! Maybe another time.

All right! I'll take these and make you something extra special.

No problem. Let me know if you change your mind.

Whew, it's ready.

I've placed it outside the house, so take a gander at it later.

It's loaded with power from the might crystals.

No time like the present. Give it a try!

It's already fully enhanced!

I can't enhance it any further right now. Come back after I do more research.

You don't have enough might crystals.

That's it! I've made all I can make!

Get out there, and enjoy the fruits of my labor!

What do you want to enhance?

Sure thing. Leave it to me!

I'll need to take from you.

OK. I'll pass for now.

But then Link was captured!

Oh, Link... I hope you are safe...

It's as though the rifts are targeting those areas very specifically...

This might mean...the rifts aren't natural occurrences but are being created by someone!

Eh?!

Come to think of it, Zelda mentioned that Link's able to move, even while in the Still World...

He's also been fighting the enemy all on his own.

True, but Link's been captured by the enemy...

Welcome back, Princess. I imagine you've got a lot to catch me up on. Go on, then.

So despite mopping up those rifts, there's still no sign of the king or Link.

Ah, right. That's the one that took these two as well as His Majesty...

Yeesh, we weren't even done talking. That guy can't sit still for long, can he?

Well, back to it. You mentioned you've yet to find Link...

I hope he's all right.

So, I'm guessing you'll head to the castle too, then?

Those fakes are after your head, Princess, so please proceed with the utmost caution.

Princess, I urge you to go with Tri to the other rifts.

You're the only one who can fix them and save all the people who've gone missing!

The impostors in the castle are after your life. If you head that way, please be careful.

Princess Zelda! Making good use of the Sword of Might?

My research has progressed, and I'm happy to say I can enhance the sword even more now!

If you want to add more oomph to your weapons, swing by my place.

I keep thinking about Link—the hero... I always knew he was special, but this is remarkable.

Ah, Princess. It's good to see you.

I'm still researching might crystals, but what's new! I do hope my research serves you.

Ah, Princess Zelda! It's good to see you!

You what?! You saved Link?!

Wait—then where is he?! And how is he! He's not hurt or anything, right? Right?!

Oh...I see. He stayed in the Still World...

That kid never ceases to amaze me with his bravery! Well, I'll find a way to be useful too!

I'll keep doing what I do best to help you both out.

So the Prime Energy resides in the two of you, does it...

Which means it's really up to you both to save our world.

Ah, Princess. How goes your adventure?

I received word from the king that the enemy made an echo of you, Princess.

No time to waste, then. We need to get you to the Prime Energy—and quickly!

It seems our enemy is more clever than I had anticipated. Please be careful out there.

Need something?

Let's chat. Tell me about Link. I'm off!

All right!

Princess... Please save Link!

Princess, please work with Link to save our world!