Alfonzo

Change of heart? Ready now? Then off we go to the castle! Yeah! Well...

OK, try not to mess up this time! Do you want to hear the rules again? Tell me. I'm good.

You need to get us to the castle in 300 seconds. Right now, we're here in Aboda Village! And our destination, Hyrule Castle, is right here! There are other trains on the tracks, so be careful not to hit them. The tracks you can drive on are darker colored. The other ones are off-limits. So think you got it? Yes! No way.

I like your confidence! I'll remind you how to operate the train on our way there. So hop aboard!

Come on, pay attention! I'll explain it again, but listen this time!

All right! Then let's go! Hop aboard!

You're just nervous about meeting the princess. It's totally understandable. I'll give you some time. Go get some fresh air and calm your nerves.

What's up with your driving today? You're not as sharp as you usually are. You're not nervous because you're going to see the princess today, are you? Let's try again and get to the castle! Yeah! I give up.

Well, how about it? Ready to go to the castle now? Yeah! Wait!

Good! Then let's get going. Oh, but one last thing. You're going to drive the train to get us there! Call it your final exam! Don't look so worried--it'll be a piece of cake.

All right, go do whatever you need to do to prepare yourself for the challenge. I'll be waiting for you here when you're ready.

Do you understand the significance of today? In order to become a train engineer in this kingdom, you must have an audience with the princess. If she grants you her permission, you can finally operate a train by yourself. Now hop aboard! We're going to the castle! Yeah! Hold on.

So, how's it going? Does it look like you'll be able to save the princess? What? She's here now? Is everything all right? To be honest, I'm finding it a little hard to believe you. I guess I just want to see her smiling face again soon!

Thank you, Alfonzo! You've warmed my heart!

You know, it wasn't always a picnic. Sometimes she'd get awfully riled up!

What did he say?!

Stop spacing out, and hurry to the Snow Realm! The princess needs your help. I'll be right here when you return!

Hey, Link!

Oh, you got here just in time. Check this out, Link!

It's a cannon for your train! With this baby, you can smash through boulders! You can even knock out any baddies that get in your way!

Now that you've got this, you should head out to the Snow Realm. You've got to help out the princess. We're counting on you, Link!

That is one fine-looking train, if you don't mind my saying. And that ride was smooth as silk! Can't believe you got such a nice train from the Tower of Spirits... But like I said, I don't think it can handle the dangers you're likely to face! Let me rig something up for you...

Oh, but, it's going to take some time to get it ready. Come back here in a while. Why don't you go visit ol' Niko while you're waiting? I'm sure he'd be happy to see you.

All right, let's get back to Aboda Village! OK. Wait!

AAAAALL ABOOOOOARD!

Come on! Let's head to Aboda Village!

Fine, but hurry it up already!

What took you so long, Link? Did you keep me waiting just so you could change clothes?

Oh! Hello, Your Highness! What are you doing here?

Hello, Alfonzo! Have you been well? I'm so sorry we haven't spoken since you left the castle guard. I must admit, I miss hearing you bellowing orders in the courtyard.

You're too kind to me. I'm sure hearing me yell all day was far from pleasant.

But you shouldn't distract me with talk about the old days! I'll just come out and ask. What are you doing here without a proper escort?

Are you responsible for this somehow, Link?

I asked for his assistance. And I hope I can count on your help too, Alfonzo. I would feel much safer with you at my side. Please come with us to the Tower of Spirits!

To the Tower of Spirits? Whatever for?

We don't have time to discuss it right now! I'll tell you all about it when we're aboard.

But what if something happens?

"If something happens" is exactly why I need you! You were once the greatest swordsman in the whole kingdom.

Yes, but that was a long time ago. Now I'm just a simple train engineer, living in the countryside. I can't be more than that, but I'll come along with you if you wish.

Thank you, Alfonzo.

OK, Link! To the Tower of Spirits!

Aaaaall aboooard!

That's my line...

Is the graduation ceremony over? What do you mean, "it's over, but..."? If you have something else to do, hurry up and do it!

Head on over to the castle now. Once the ceremony is done, you'll be an engineer! Don't keep Princess Zelda waiting!

You got us to Castle Town! And you know what else? You look good handling a train! That's the surest sign you're going to make a great engineer. Now just head to the castle for your graduation ceremony. It's to the north. You can't miss it. Good luck now!

Ah, Link... So you got my letter, did you? I can finally get around on my own again, but what hurts most is my pride. How could I fail to defend the princess? Truth is... Um...

What's that? The princess's spirit is here with us? You have to go to the Snow Realm to get her body back?

Well, normally, I'd say you were crazy. But you seem pretty serious. The thing is, from here on out, there are going to be lots of monsters. And an ordinary train like yours isn't going to be able to stand up to them.

Oh, I have an idea! But we have to go back home to Aboda Village first. Use your new train to take me back there. I'll be waiting at the station.

I'm feeling better now. You shouldn't feel bad for me though. After all, I failed to protect the princess. Actually... Um...

Uggggh... My head... Who were those guys? I hope the princess is OK.

Unngh... My head... Did they hurt you, Link? And what happened to the princess? Did she escape unharmed? As long as I'm laid up, you're responsible for her safety, Link!