Bank 03: Swordsman Newsletter

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Swordsman Newsletter #1
    Some Walls Go Boom...
It may look like a regular wall, but
it may be something you can blow up.
There's actually an easy way to tell.
And I'm here to teach you!
Build up the power in your sword and
start stabbing the wall.
If you pay attention, you'll find that
some spots make a different sound!

Teach us, Teacher!
Monsters got you?
Don't give up! Start mashing buttons!
You might be able to escape quickly!

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
The Magical Boomerang...
Somewhere in Hyrule, you can find an
incredibly handy boomerang.
It's designed so you can change its
direction after you throw it!
Or so I've been told.
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
That's it for our first issue!
We plan to bring you helpful questing
hints every week, rain or shine.
Be sure to check with your local
post office for future issues!
See you in issue 2!
Until next time, warriors!

Swordsman Newsletter #2
    This Year's Must-Have Item!
Have you seen those sparks that move
along walls?
Your sword doesn't work, so maybe
you've just given up fighting them.
But have you tried ALL your items?
Like...what about your boomerang?
Give that a shot! You might be
surprised at the results!

Teach us, Teacher!
Monster took your shield?
Well, don't get all down about it.
All hope is not lost.
Beat him up quickly, and you might
just get it back!

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
The Mirror Shield...
A beautiful, glimmering shield capable
of reflecting monsters' shots.
You can use it to turn their
attacks back at them.
Or so they say...
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
Issue 2 is out the door!
We've got our first reader letter!
Let's answer it now!
"Hey, Swiftblade, what's your best
feature?"
That would be my eyebrows! I spend
a lot of time grooming these suckers!
See you in issue 3!
Until next time, warriors!

Swordsman Newsletter #3
    Got a Bone to Pick?
You're sure to run into more than
a few skeletons on your journey.
That's why this week's newsletter is
dedicated to all you bone-breakers!
A good, solid whack to the head should
do the trick. That's their weak spot!
Try smacking them with a beam
from your Cane of Pacci.
You should also try your Gust Jar.
That head should just pop right off!
They go all to pieces once they
lose their head.

Teach us, Teacher!
Those darn Bob-ombs!
If you hit them with your sword, they'll
run all over the place and explode!
But don't you worry. This newsletter's
here to teach you how to cope!
Your best bet is arrows!
One shot can take them down!
You can fire from a safe distance,
too! There's also your Gust Jar...
Draw them in and shoot them out, and
they'll even blow up whatever they hit!

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
Light Arrows are amazing...
They go through grass!
They fell a monster with one strike!
They're handy! They're dandy!
They're a super-duper-ultra-item!
Or so it seems...
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
We've got more reader mail this week!
"Hey, Swiftblade! How many siblings
do you have?"
There are nine of us, not counting
the ghost of Swiftblade the First.
I'm the oldest, but again, that's if you
don't count Swiftblade the First!
See you in issue 4!
Until next time, warriors!!!!

Swordsman Newsletter #4
    Seek Out the Strong!
Have you ever seen a golden monster?

When you fuse Kinstone pieces, you
might get the rare chance to meet one.
They're much stronger than the
regular version of that monster.
Of course, if you beat one of 'em,
you'll get something REALLY good!
If you see one, go fight it instantly!
Just drop everything and go!

Teach us, Teacher!
  Coping with a Thorny Situation
Those thorny little thorn monsters!
Your sword doesn't hurt 'em at all!
But if you bump 'em with your
shield up, they'll totally flip!
There are other ways, though.
Flip 'em with a bomb!
Or your Cane of Pacci!
Or with a well-placed Down Thrust!
How's that for options? Your head must
be swimming at the possibilities!

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
Remote Bombs...
Here's a secret: you can blow them up
whenever you want! How cool is that?!
Or so it seems...
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
I went to Lon Lon Ranch the other day.
I saw the ghost of Swiftblade the First
defeat a cow with his bare hands!
It was kind of sad, really...

See you in issue 5!
Until next time, warriors!!!!

Swordsman Newsletter #5
    Fire Up That Chilly Chump!
Have you seen a sorcerer who throws
cold curses at you?
Yeah, the one who keeps disappearing!
That's him!
Well, next time he shows up, whack him
with your lantern!
Fire against ice!
It's the law of nature!

Teach us, Teacher!
Those pig-faced Moblins...
You see them around the Minish Woods,
right? They're big and dumb?
Well, they're also rich!
Beat one up for some quick cash!

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
A tidbit about amulets...
I hear that there's a mysterious amulet
that raises your abilities if you use it!
Well, that's what I heard, anyway...
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
I went to Smith's the other day.
The old guy's still looking pretty good.
... ...
But I AM a little concerned about the
guy in green tights on the hill there...
See you in issue 6!
Until next time, warriors!!!!

Swordsman Newsletter #6
    Here's What You Do!
Have you seen a monster wrapped in
bandages? It tries to grab you?
Well, here's a pro tip: bandages burn
easily, especially on a mummy!
I don't have to spell this out, do I?
Yeah, you know what I'm about to say!
That's right, it's time to light up
their world! FWOOOSH!

Teach us, Teacher!
Those heavy-handed Floor Masters...
And their irritating friends,
the Wall Masters...
They're really annoying, but if you
beat one, they say you'll be rich!!
But it's just a rumor... Don't complain
to me if it turns out to be wrong.

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
Rupee-stealing nasties...
Those Rupee-camouflaged creeps have
been ripping a lot of you off lately.
I've heard that you greedy
adventurers are getting soaked!
In fact, I hear that the greedier
you are, the more it takes!
Or so it seems...
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
We've got reader mail again!
"Hey, Swiftblade, do you have
a hobby?"
Training!

See you in issue 7!
Until next time, warriors!!!!

Swordsman Newsletter #7
    For Real Swordsmen Only
You know the Roll Attack, right?
Yeah, the one you do midroll!
I bet Grayblade told you to attack
just as you finish the roll, right?
Well, actually, you can do it just as
you start the roll, too!
But the timing is very tricky!
You can do it! Hone your skill!
The journey of a thousand miles begins
with a single step! Or...something!

Teach us, Teacher!
Camouflaged shell-shockers...
These fiends festoon themselves with
grass and rocks to deceive your eyes.
But you can remove their camo without
trying to pick them up, you know!
Hit them with that Cane of Pacci!
Suck them with the Gust Jar!
How do you like that!?
Now you're a camo-buster!

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
Those short-fused Bob-ombs...
I told you about them in issue 3, but
here's another thing...
Apparently they drop bombs at a higher
rate than other enemies!
Or so it seems...
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
The next one is our last issue!
After that, it'll be time for me to put
down my pen.
As much as I like writing, I'm a
teacher at heart.
But I know you'll miss me when I'm
gone. I'm like a star! A superstar!
Issue 8, the last one, is coming soon!
Hope you're looking forward to it!
Until next time, warriors!!!!

Swordsman Newsletter #8
    The Way to the Sacred Blade
Have you ever wished you could unleash
your Spin Attack a little faster?
Or perhaps split faster? Or maybe you
wanted a longer Great Spin Attack?
It's only natural to want these things.
Every warrior wants to be his best!
So now for some good news! I haven't
confirmed it, but there MAY be a way!
All of these things could be yours if
you only figure out how to do it!

Teach us, Teacher!
The one-eyed statue Eyegore...
You have to shoot him with an arrow to
make him move...
But if you beat him, he almost always
drops spare arrows for you!
So don't you worry about running out of
arrows once you've beaten him!
Just fire away!

Swiftblade's Gossip Column
Armos, fabled creations of the Minish.
I hear that they drop Kinstone pieces
when you beat them!
Or so it seems...
But it's just a rumor...

Swiftblade, Signing Off!
That's all the news for you!
If you get lonely, just come over
and spar for a while!
And thanks for reading! I hope you've
enjoyed it as much as I have.
And now, let me sign off one final time
with that oh-so-familiar farewell...
Until next time, warriors!!!!