Aboda Village
For The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks on the Nintendo DS.
The game puts the name the player picks where these lines say Link.
Would you like to board the train? Yep. Not now.
All right. When you're ready to depart, please just let me know.
Let's be on our way then!
Whew! It was no easy task, but we've finally opened a path to the Ocean Realm. Are you ready to head out there, Link? Sure! Wait...
You're sure you want to leave? There's so much left here to investigate...
Hey! Didn't I tell you that the Regal Ring is hiding somewhere in these parts? It seems to me that you should try looking around here a little more!
We found the Regal Ring! It should cover the 5,000 Rupees for the bridge! Now let's hurry back to Linebeck's store!
Just look at that bridge... It's a complete mess! How are we supposed to get to the other side with the bridge in this state? Maybe someone around here can fix it for us.
Wh-what kind of nonsense is this! 5,000 Rupees? That's positively criminal! How can we be expected to come up with that kind of money? Let's go give Linebeck a piece of our minds!
Finally! The way you were jostlin' me, I felt like I'd been riding forever! Well, enough with the small talk. I'm gonna go check out the damage!
Well, look at that! We're here! Ya sure know how to ride those rails, kid! A ride like that puts me in a workin' mood. I'm headin' straight to the job site!
I dunno if I'd call some of the drivin' you did pleasant, but I've seen worse. OK, enough chitchat. I can hoof it to the job site from here.
Hmm, yep, this bridge got a number done on it. It's not beyond fixin', though. It'll take a while, so go kill some time and come back later.
There we go! It's not perfect, but it's strong enough to cross on. Might be a little shaky in spots, though, so you might, uh, wanna cross quickly... Oh, don't look so spooked! It's fine, I tell ya! It'll get ya to the other side!
I'm pretty bushed. Lemme just rest my bones here awhile. When you head back, do me a favor and lemme catch a ride with you!
But this place is kind of a bore for a cosmopolitan fella like myself. Actually, I'm thinkin' of headin' somewhere new... Well... ...
Well, say somethin'! Don't ya like my bridge?
What?! They're lookin' for someone to build a fence in Anouki Village? What does that have to do with me? I'm the BRIDGE worker! Got that? BRIDGE! Ya think I want to build some ugly old fence?! Well, I... ...
Speak up, kid! If ya got somethin' to say, just say it!
What's that ya say? A true craftsman can build anything he wants to? Hmm... I think I know more about what a craftsman can do than you do, kid! Still, maybe ya got a point there... Tell ya what! I'll build that fence after all! We can go right now! OK! Nah.
What?! Then why were you givin' me the hard sell, kid?
All right. I'll wait for ya at the train! Let's get to Anouki Village quick!
I don't know how ya can call yourself an engineer with drivin' like that!
Are ya for real? Ya want me to ride with you again? Please? Uh, no...
I guess I did agree to help ya. But this time, take me to Anouki Village safely! Don't drive like a maniac!
Lemme give you a piece of advice. Learn to drive before you come back here!
Well, whaddaya think? The bridge hasn't fallen down yet! Not too shabby, eh?
What now, kid?! Either you're goin' or you're not! SO! Are you headed for Anouki Village? Yes. Wait.
What's this? You already got someone on board! Come back for me when ya got an open seat!
Wait up! Didn't one of your passengers get kidnapped? Yeah, I heard about it! I can't ride on a dangerous train like this! You better go rescue that passenger of yours first! Then come back here!
Who knew there was a tiny station all the way out here?
Why don't we see who lives in that house over there?
I see you managed to fetch the bridge worker. Nice going there, squirt. You go ahead and show him where the bridge is busted. I'll head out later.
What is it, squirt? You look a bit worried. Is it because a little kid like you doesn't have 5,000 Rupees to drop?
Well, relax. I've got a great idea I'm willing to share with you. We can scrape that moolah together IF you're willing to do a little work for me. Do what I say, and we'll have 5,000 Rupees before you know it! What do you say, squirt? Down for some side work? Sure. Nope.
Go talk to the bridge worker who lives in the Snow Realm! Oh--if you give him a lift, watch how you drive! The guy gets ruffled easily. If things get too bumpy along the way, expect him to yell at you. A lot.
Hmph. Someone's not a team player. I guess you'll just have to fix this problem on your own then!
Excellent! Now listen closely, as I only want to say this once. I've heard whispers about some high-value loot that was hidden here long ago. What loot, you ask? A gem of a treasure known as the Regal Ring! From what I can gather, the thing's got to be worth a cool 8,000 Rupees, easy! My grandfather left a letter detailing the ring's location shortly before his passing. I've read the clues he gave and looked all over, but I haven't hit pay dirt... This is where you come in. What say you find the ring for me and bring it back? Do that, and we'll generate more than enough Rupees to pay off your debt! Should be a sweet deal for all involved. Are you in? I'm in. I'll pass.
Fantastic! Here's the letter Gramps left behind, for your reference. Figure out the riddle, get your hands on the Regal Ring, and make us rich!
So, what do you think, squirt? Want to do a little work? Sure. No way.
The ring seems to be near Gramps's grave. You can get there through here. Read the letter and see if you can suss out where the thing is!
My grandfather buried the Regal Ring. You're going to find it and bring it back! Once I've got it, you can kiss that debt of yours good-bye!
Whoa! Your shield was eaten, was it? Ha HA, yes--those beasts will eat a shield right out of a man's hand! It's a very good thing that I happen to have a shield here I can sell you. The price isn't half bad, either. It's yours for 100 Rupees. Care to purchase it? Sure! Too steep.
Let's be realistic, kid. Do you REALLY want to be out there without a shield?
Ha HA! Thanks for your patronage!
How embarrassing! You don't have enough money. Come back when you do!
Wonderful! Here we are!
Ah, the bridge worker! How have you been, good man?
Linebeck? Well, I'll be! How've ya been, ya old treasure hound?
Much better now that you're here! Do me a favor and work a little of your magic on this dilapidated bridge.
Course, course. Just leave it to me! Shouldn't be a problem. Assumin', of course, that you've got my repair fee on hand. Ya do, right? Ya also still owe me for the work I did on your house. So along with the bridge... Hmm, I'd say 5,000 Rupees oughta cover the bill nicely!
Five...THOUSAND?! Surely you must be joking!
Lucky for both of us, this young fellow has kindly agreed to foot the bill. He's the one who wanted the bridge fixed in the first place, after all. All I did was send him your way, friend!
Oh, is that so, little guy? Wh-what? No way!
Well, I'm glad we cleared up that little bit of unsavory business. Oh, and you'd best get that money ready, squirt. No one likes a bill dodger! Ta ta!
Eh, I don't really care who pays me, so long as I get my 5,000 Rupees. I'll go fix that bridge, but that money better be ready for me when I'm done!
What's that look for? You've got a strange twinkle in your eye... Why, you devil! You found the Regal Ring, didn't you? Yup. Not yet.
Then quit standing around with that dopey grin, and get back to looking!
Ha HA! I knew I could count on you to bring home the bacon, squirt! Well? Where is it? Let me take a look at the thing!
Oh, it's just breathtaking! Gramps always had an eye for treasure like this! The weight! The amazing craftsmanship! This beauty's worth a ton, for sure!
Oh, ya don't say! Must be one heck of a ring, then.
You bet it is! It's gotta be worth a cool 8,000 Rupees...
Hey, when did you get here?! How long have you been standing there?
Just came by to let ya know the bridge is all patched up.
Oh? Oh yes, that's right. Wonderful!
Sure is! And now that the work's done, I'll take that ring as payment!
So this little doodad's worth 8,000 Rupees? Coulda fooled me. Still, it beats takin' another IOU!
If you need anything else, just give me a holler!
Can you believe he just took off with that ring? It's worth almost double what I owed!
...Crud.
I guess that's that. Still, you've got a real talent for sniffing out treasure. Ooh! Tell you what--from here on out, bring any treasure you find to me! If they impress me, I'll trade you some lovely new train cars for those trinkets! Sound like a sweet deal? That's 'cause it IS!
Now get out there and find me something shiny, my little treasure hunter! I can't wait to see what you bring my way! Bye now!
Don't bother me right now! Can't you see I'm workin' here?
Well, well, well. What do we have here?
What do you want, you Rupeeless ragamuffin? This is no place for the likes of you!
Shoo! Shoo already! Get out of here! Hmm? What's that you say? Who am I? Yeah! Tell me!
Sheesh, kid--what planet are you from? Do I LOOK like I fix bridges? No way.
But I agree that the bridge is a sad mess. The huge storms we had really did a number on it. I was going to call a bridge worker I know in the Snow Realm to fix the mess. But with the Spirit Tracks vanishing, I've got bigger fish to fry. See, I deal with merchants all over the world, and I can't get anywhere now! Wait... You're an engineer, aren't you? Well, that's just perfect! Go fetch that bridge worker so we can both get on with our business. Sound good? OK. Really?
Whoo hoo! I knew I liked you, squirt! I'll wait here, so go fetch the bridge worker. Chop- chop now!
Think about it, squirt! If we don't get that bridge fixed, YOU aren't getting near the Ocean Realm! We're both inconvenienced here, so do the right thing, and help me out!
Why are you just standing there? Hurry and bring that bridge worker back here! Will do. OK, OK!
Listen well, and remember the name, squirt! I'm Linebeck III, president of Linebeck Trading. I hunt down the rarest antiques from around the world... Then I sell them to the highest bidder! How's that for an introduction? Did I just blow you away? Oh, yeah. Not really.
Well, you do make a good point there. I AM pretty spectacular. You know, I hadn't noticed before, but you possess a certain charm, squirt. But what are you doing here? You don't look like you've got treasure to sell. Hmm? You're trying to get to the Ocean Realm, but the bridge is out? Well, that's a sticky situation, isn't it! Yup. Fix it!
Oh, is that SO?! Well, urchins like you prove that the youth of today are just clueless!
I've got work to do, and you're in my way! Go find someplace else to loaf!
You again? State your business, or get lost! You rock! Nothing.
Well...
Would you just get lost? I've got things to do here!
Hey, kid! You ever heard of Dark Ore? It shines in the dark and melts if sunlight hits it! Strange, eh? Lots of folks are looking for some these days. If you stumble across some, save a piece for me!
Now don't forget, if you find some Dark Ore, bring it my way!
Wh-what's this? You actually brought me some Dark Ore?! Hyah hah hah! Well, fork it over then! ...You are going to give it to me, right? Here. No.
Hmph! So you've got someone more important to give it to?
What's this? This is barely a speck! I'm going to hafta keep an eye on you! I need at least five pieces! Come back when you've got them, OK? But don't think I don't appreciate the effort. So here, take this!
Oh, this is more than enough! Thanks, kid! Let me shake your hand!
You and me, we're a good team, we are. Come back and see me anytime!
Hey, ya got enough! And these are good quality, too! Thank you, and please take this as payment!
Hey! There's my little moneymake--erm, intrepid treasure hunter! What can Linebeck Trading Company help you with? Train car! Treasure! Nothing.
Sweeter words have never been spoken! Let's see what you've got for me!
If you've got the goods, I've got a shiny new train car with your name on it!
I see! Well, when you get some more treasures, come back to me!
Hey, squirt! You can't go wandering around without a shield! I can sell you one cheap. How's 100 Rupees sound? Sure. Nah.
What train car tickles your fancy today?
If your heart's set on that car, I'll need something like this as payment...
So all of a sudden, you're not interested. I've got lots of other great stuff too, you know!
Ha HA! A pleasure doing business. Now let's fit that new car to your train!
Thanks, squirt! If you find more treasure, you know what to do and who to see!
Tell me, what treasure are you looking to part ways with today?
Mmm! …, huh? I'll give you … Rupees for one.
Wonderful doing business with you. You got anything else to sell?
Oh, so now you've got nothing to show me? Don't toy with me, squirt!
Here rests the legendary Captain Linebeck.
Beware of shield-gobbling monsters ahead! Those who've lost a shield can procure a shiny new one at Linebeck Trading!
Yaaaaaaaaaawn! That was a nice nap! To find things buried in the ground, play the Song of Discovery. You know it, right? Sure! Nope.
Well, if you don't know it yet... Look where the Anoukis are... That's the only hint I can give you.
Oh, you know it already? Good, then get to work!
Hey, kid!
Hey, Link! Today's your graduation ceremony, right? How can someone who can't even do a somersault be a train engineer? If you can be an engineer, I bet anyone can do it. If you want to prove me wrong, go roll into that tree over there! Just tap the screen twice in the direction you want to roll.
Huh? Why are you dressed in that soldier getup, Link?
Bwahaha! You're such a klutz, Link! Why are you just standing there? Everyone knows that getting stung by bees hurts! When you see them buzzing, start running or throw yourself in the water STAT!
Hey, don't get all bent out of shape! I was just goofing around! Let me give you something to make up for it! Here, take this!
You can find treasures like this all over the world. Try to get a whole bunch of them, 'cause something good happens when you do.
Oh, hey, Link! Um...good luck at the graduation ceremony!
Oh, I've got a favor to ask of you, Link. What? I'm busy.
Really? Is this because of the pranks I pulled on you? You should grow a sense of humor! Sheesh!
I've always dreamed of seeing the world from high up in the sky, like a bird! I bet all the people in the village would look like teeny, tiny ants... Do you know a place where I can fly like a bird? Sure. Nah.
Yeah, of course you're right. Humans can't fly! I just figured that if anyone knew a way, it'd be you, Link.
What? Seriously? Then will you take me to it, please? OK. Sorry.
Yesssss! I'll be waiting for you on your train!
How'd you ever get to be an engineer driving like that, Link? Do you want to try that again? Yes! Nah.
Hmmm... Well, I do want to go somewhere I can fly. OK, let's try it again. I'll go wait on the train!
No?! NO?! Well, you'd better quit your engineer job! Hmph!
Hey, what's this? You've already got a passenger aboard! Come back and get me once your car is free!
Oh, I heard all about it, Link! The passenger you had aboard got kidnapped by pirates! Could anyone ride with you after that? You'd better go and save them!
Today is the day you graduate from apprentice to official train engineer. It's quite an honor, and you mustn't be late. Use the stylus to touch where you want to go. It's as easy as that! To talk to someone or use an object, just tap what you're interested in! Now, off to the castle with you! Scoot!
Hi there, Link. How was the ceremony? So you're finally a real engineer. Ah, this is a happy day! Say, why are you dressed like a soldier? It's strange... You look just like a friend of mine from when I was a young man.
So glad you've come to see me again, Link! You know, you are the spitting image of one of my dearest old friends! Looking at you reminds me of those golden days...
That reminds me of something! Since you can travel all over the world by train now... Would you mind doing a favor for ol' Niko here? A favor? I can't.
What? What? These old ears just don't work like they used to. I couldn't hear your answer, so I'll ask again. Would you do me a favor? What? Nah.
Back in the day, I used to love traveling. I visited so many exotic places. Every place I'd go, there'd be a station where I could get a special stamp. I never did figure out who built those stations... Anyway, collecting these stamps was a way to record my travels. I loved those little stamps more than anything! But back then... I didn't have anything with me to stamp them in. It was a sad state of affairs. Which brings me to that favor I was talking about, Link. Would you use this stamp book to collect those stamps for me? Here it is!
Please collect a whole mess of stamps for me. If you get a lot, I'll give you something special.
I'm counting on you, Link. Please get me stamps from all the different places you visit.
But...you haven't gotten a single stamp. Now this is sad indeed. I'm an old man! All I want are some stamps! Come show me one soon!
Great to see you're back, Link! Have you been finding lots of good stamps?
I just love stamps! And look, you've collected … of them! Show me 10 stamps and I'll give you something neat! Isn't that exciting?!
Wow, did you really collect … stamps for little old me? Thank you! In return, please take this!
You collected … stamps for me? I'm very impressed, Link! I can almost picture all the places you've been. Thank you so much. As my way of saying thanks, please take this set of clothes!
I see you have collected all 20 stamps. You're an amazing kid. You really are. You've made this old man's dreams come true, and that kind of thing is priceless. After looking at this stamp book, I don't have a single regret left in this world. I thank you from the bottom of my heart...
That shield once belonged to an old friend of mine from my adventuring days. Seeing you with it takes me back to when I was young. Sorry if you already spent money on a shield. Just leave it here with me! Come back if you ever want to switch shields.
Ah, yes, your engineer's clothes! I think you look much better in these. That said, if you ever want to switch back to your soldier getup, talk to me.
Oh yes, that's right, I owe you a reward, don't I? Here! How's this!?
Oh, and this is something I got from an old friend. It's the great spin attack. To pull it off, draw a circle around yourself three times. Pretty neat, huh?
Thanks to you, I have absolutely no regrets in the world. Ahhh, feels good. Thanks, Link!
Great job! You've collected … stamps! Come back when you've collected 15 and I'll give you something even better!
Wow, you've found … stamps. That's really impressive! There are 20 stamp stations scattered throughout this kingdom. If you can show me all 20 stamps, I'll give you something even better!
So you'd like to change your clothes? Yes. Nope.
Come back whenever you want to change your clothes!
Well, go ahead and change them then!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Well, how about it? Ready to go to the castle now? Yeah! Wait!
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!
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.
Change of heart? Ready now? Then off we go to the castle! Yeah! Well...
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.
OK, try not to mess up this time! Do you want to hear the rules again? Tell me. I'm good.
All right! Then let's go! Hop aboard!
We must restore the Spirit Tracks and ascend the Tower of Spirits! Should we get going, Link? Let's go! Not yet.
Oh...really? Well, it might be a while before you're home again, so you can take your time.
Aaaaall aboooooard!
Alfonzo says he has to prepare something. I wonder what he has planned?
This cannon is just what we need! Now we can head to the Snow Realm! Let's go, Link! OK! Wait...
OK, time to go now, Link! Right. Hold on.
I never knew Alfonzo thought of me that way. Of course, that's all ancient history. I've grown much more patient with time.
Heeeeeey! Link! Tap me! Tap meeeee!
Good job, Link! Tapping is your friend! To chat, just tap the person you want to talk to. Wait a second! There are a bunch of rocks in front of the house! Somebody must have been up to no good when they put them there! Hey, you look like you've got some free time on your hands, Link. Instead of just standing there, will you help clear the rocks out of the way? To grab something, just touch it! Then to throw it, tap in the direction you want to throw. Now, get to work!
Thank you! Tee hee! You're so nice, Link! Here, this is for you!
If you see my big brother, get him good for me, OK?
Hey, look who's back! How was the ceremony, Link? Wait a second! Have your engineer's clothes always been that green?
Hey, you collect treasure, right, Link? Did you know you can trade treasures and things with other people? Yeah, you can even trade stuff with complete strangers! I hear you can do this in something called Tag Mode. Here's how it works. Choose the items to trade, and when you start a game, select Tag Mode. Honestly, I don't really understand it myself...
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.
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!
Stop spacing out, and hurry to the Snow Realm! The princess needs your help. I'll be right here when you return!
Hey, Link!
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?!
Oh, Link... This tiny village that you call home is lovely. Though I don't know if I could live here...
Oh, that's right... When you want to board the train, please tap me. I'll pop up like this whenever you get near the train!
You're late!
Ever noticed how this town is crawling with doves? Who cares about doves? They might be pretty, but Cuccos are where it's at! Someday, I want to raise so many that you can hear the clucking a mile away!
Oh, did you quit your engineer job to become a soldier, Link?
Hey there, Link! So, have you gotten the hang of driving that train? I see you've got a freight car now, too? Excellent! I'm planning on raising Cuccos here. Think you could bring some in for me? If you could bring me 10 to start, that would be great!
Ooh! Those are some fine- looking Cuccos in your freight car! Think I could have 'em? Please? OK. No!
Awww... How can you treat someone from your own village that way?
Thanks! But... Hmm... Do you have any more Cuccos in there? 'Cause these aren't enough. I'm hoping for 10 Cuccos. So... Would you bring me … more please?
Hoo-ey! Look at all these beautiful Cuccos! Thanks a bunch!
I can't wait to start my Cucco farm up now!
Cuccos are so beautiful... I could watch these noble beasts forever.
Now, bring me some more Cuccos! I want to round up at least 10 of those guys! Only … more to go!
Whew! We made it! So, this is where you're from? It's so peaceful here. It's the kind of place I can picture retiring in. Not that I could ever retire from the fast-paced life of train photography!
And is that where Alfonzo lives? THE Alfonzo?! Whoa whoa WHOA! I can't believe I'm this close to such a megacelebrity!
Oh, man, I'm SOOOO excited to meet him! Well, here I go!
That Ferrus is certainly very...enthusiastic about trains. I never knew that Alfonzo had fans!
Well, I suppose it takes all kinds!
OH MY GOSH! OHMYGOSH! You're Alfonzo!
Yes, that's right. And, uh... Who are you?
OHMYGOSH, I can't believe you're asking MY name! I'm Ferrus, your biggest fan! I even have dreams about meeting you! You're a living locomotive legend!
A legend? Me?
Yes, YOU! The legendary engineer Alfonzo! And here you are, standing right in front of me! I'm so excited, I might pass out! Um, could I please have your autograph, sir?
Well, I don't know if I'm a legendary engineer. But back when I was a knight, people used to call me a legendary swordsman. Especially after I did 900 reps in sword training!
Are you sure you heard them right? Are you sure they weren't actually saying "legendary engineer"?
Erm... I'm pretty sure it was "legendary swordsman." I'm not even sure there is such a thing as a legendary engineer...
Oh...
Well, this wasn't quite as exciting as I thought it would be... But at least I got to ride in that sweet train of yours. So, as my way of saying thanks, please take this!
I'm just gonna hang around here and photograph some trains. See you later!
Uh, who was that guy?
Alfonzo was saying there's no such thing as a legendary engineer... But I don't believe that. There's got to be one somewhere!
Hmmm... I wonder where she went. She must get pretty bored out here in the countryside, don't you think?
Hi there, Link! Graduation day is a very special day. Being a train engineer is a great honor, you know. After all, the princess personally reviews each candidate herself! And the ceremony is at the castle! Now that's what I call celebrating in style!
Oh my, you're a full-fledged engineer now! Graduating is only the beginning, and I wish you all the best! Did you go tell Niko yet?
Lately, my kid has been saying weird stuff about wanting to fly. If he starts in on any of this oddball stuff with you, don't pay any attention!
I can't find my boy anywhere. Where in the world could he be? Do you know where he is, Link? Actually... Dunno.
Well, he's always out and about. I'm sure he'll make his way home eventually... Wait... Your face tells me you're hiding something.
What did you say?! He's in a hot-air balloon? Sigh... That boy can be a real handful sometimes. He's in deep trouble when he gets home!
Hey, Link!
Yo, Link!
Hey, Link! If you want to change up your train, leave it to me!
Which cars do you want to change?
Is this good?
There, I switched it for you! Now go and get 'em!
Link and Niko's House
Alfonzo's House
You got the stamp book! Get stamps from every part of the world for Niko!
You got the Shield of Antiquity! Niko received this precious shield from an old, dear friend.
You got Linebeck's letter! It seems to point the way to hidden treasure! Go to the Collection screen to read it!
You got the Song of Light! Play it to activate beacons. Check it out on the Collection screen!
Want to take the train? Yes. No.
Then why don't we look around a little?
OK, aaall aboooard!
So this is where the bridge worker lives. If we ever need a handyman, we'll know where to go. Well, ready to leave? Sure. Not yet.
This is our first passenger. He seems pretty demanding, so let's be careful! Ready to take him to that broken bridge? Yep. Wait.
This time, let's try not to make him angry! On to the bridge! Right! Wait.
We've got to get the bridge worker to go fix the broken bridge. Otherwise we can't proceed to the realm on our new rail map. Are you sure we should leave? Yes. Wait.
OK! Let's go ask him to fix the bridge!
Hey, whaddaya doin' here? Nothing. Actually...
What's the matter? Is there somethin' you wanna tell me? You see... Nope.
So you're trying to restore all the Spirit Tracks? Sounds like a lotta work! Hmm... That's a big heart ya got there, little guy! I guess being an engineer isn't all red carpets and caviar, is it? Sometimes, ya just gotta roll up your sleeves and put in some hard work! See, I'm a bridge worker, carpenter, and craftsman, so I know all about work. If ya need a bridge, I'm your guy. I'll travel to any place that needs a bridge. It's called bein' a professional! That's why I expect ya to restore the Spirit Tracks like a pro, too!
This is my workshop, so there might be a few nails lyin' around! Watch out!
What? Ya want me to fix the bridge? ...All right, let me at it! I got somethin' to tell that Linebeck anyhow. I'm ready to go right now, so I'll head to the train and wait there for ya.
Got somethin' to ask me, little guy? Actually... Nope.
I'm the bridge worker, and no one builds them better than I do! If ya need a bridge or fence built, I'm your guy!
Don't just stand there starin' at me all googly- eyed! What's up, kid? You want somethin'? Nothing. Actually...
Kid, I gotta level with ya. That drivin' ya did was the absolute pits! A real engineer knows not to jostle the passengers half to death! Ya gonna do a better job this time? Yes, sir! Dunno.
UGH! What's the use of even talkin' to kids these days? That reminds me, I saw that fella Ferrus wanderin' around. Ya might try askin' him what it takes to drive a train with passengers.
All right then, so ya know where to go? And this time, no more horseplay! Pay attention to what you're doin'!
So? Can ya make it? You bet! Um, no.
Would you like to board the train now? Yes. Not yet.
Very well. Let's be off!
All right then. Let's look around here a bit longer.
If we see any rabbits, we should be sure to try and catch them with the net. Now, are you ready to get back on the train? Let's go. Hang on.
Is it that you want more time to frolic with the rabbits?
I'm glad that woman's going to try and work things out with her husband. Now, are you ready to get back on the train? Yup. Hang on.
It's nice to see the place filling up with all these new rescued rabbits. Now, shall we be off? Yup. Wait.
Amazing! You caught 50 rabbits all by yourself, Link! The Rabbitland Rescue man must be overjoyed to have so many bunnies around. So, are you ready to get back on the train? Yeah. Hang on.
Well, I hope it works out for the two of them. So, Link, should we leave now? Yeah. Wait.
Goodness! You've caught at least five more rabbits already? Then here's that amazing prize I promised you!
If you can bring me five cuddly bunnies, I'll give you an amazing prize!
Ooh! It looks like you've managed to catch every variety of rabbit out there. I guess it's time for me to give you that wonderful present I promised!
There are five types of bunnies: grass, snow, water, mountain, and desert. Catch one of each for me, and I'll give you a wonderful present!
If you can bring me 10 bunnies from the grass, you get a prize!
Well, look at that! You caught 10 adorable bunnies from the grass!
If you can bring me 10 bunnies from the snow, you get a prize!
Well, look at that! You caught 10 adorable bunnies from the snow!
Hey! You don't have a single rabbit! Get back out there and snag me some bunnies!
Collect all 50 bunnies for me, and I'll give you the neatest present ever!
Wow! Just...wow! You've collected every rabbit out there. I'm speechless... You've more than earned it, so here it is, the neatest present EVER!
Just look at all of them. They're so cute, it's almost a crime!
Well, someone's been busy hunting bunnies! Let me reward your hard work with … Rupees.
Welcome to Rabbitland Rescue, a haven for rabbits and their furless friends. There are millions of poor rabbits without a home or human companionship. Here at Rabbitland Rescue, we save these bunnies from the harsh wilderness... And provide them with much-needed frolicking. You are here to frolic with the bunnies, right? Sure am! No...
Let me be 120 percent clear. If your heart's not in it, you're gonna get burned. Are you SURE you want to frolic with the bunnies? Of course! Hmm...
I guess you're too young to understand the importance of helping those in need. If that's the case, why don't you just go back to playing engineer?
That wishy-washy attitude is no way to approach life! I guess you just aren't ready to get down with the rabbits!
OK, I'm convinced. If you want to join the Rabbitland family, you'll need this!
Hm? Why'd I give you a net, you ask? Well...because if you want to frolic, you gotta work for it first! I mean, what kind of person frolics with a bunny someone else caught? Rabbitland Rescue takes care of the bunnies you bring in to frolic with. We even frolic with them when you're too busy to stop by! But never mind those little details. Now you know what we're about! Does everything I've said make sense to you? Yeah. I'm lost.
Hmm... Well, I'm going to give you this net anyway. All you need to focus on is snaring bunnies and bringing them back to me. Sound good, champ? OK. What?
I'd like to touch on how to use your net to catch our furry friends. You may have figured it out for yourself already, but let's review, shall we?
Sheesh, this is taking forever. I could be out catching rabbits right now. ...Oh! Sorry, just talking to myself. Let me tell you how to use that net again!
Wonderful. Now go catch some of those poor, homeless rabbits and tote them back to me. I've got lots of great prizes for you, depending on how many you bring back!
Well, the secret's out now. But actually, it's sort of a load off my shoulders! Now take her back to Castle Town, OK? Thanks a bunch!
Look, all you have to do is take that net and go catch me some rabbits? OK? You get it now? Yup. Nope.
Whew... OK. Let's move to the next thing that needs explaining...
You really don't follow? ...OK, tell you what. Perk up those ears like a bunny, and I'll explain it again. Here's how you use that net of yours.
When driving around, you might see a bunny peeking out from behind something. If you spot one, blow your whistle. The rabbit will jump and be easy to spot. When you see that, blast whatever the bunny's hiding behind with your cannon! The rabbit will try to run from you, but only 'cause it likes being chased! And then the hunt is on! Once the hunting starts, you'll automatically pick up your net. Then just focus on tapping the rabbit with the right timing to catch it! If you're careful, you'll have an adorable bunny in hand before you know it! But if you fail to catch it, that rabbit will run off before long. Hopefully you followed that long explanation of mine? Sure did. Not at all.
You can find 10 rabbits in each of the following locations. The grass plains, the snow fields, the ocean, the mountain, and the desert! Depending on what you bring back, I might give you a neat prize! Is there anything else you want to ask about? Yeah. Nope.
Well then spit it out. What do you want to ask about? Rabbits. Rabbitland. Hunting. Nothing.
Rabbitland Rescue is a place for all poor bunnies without a home. It's also a place for people to relax and forget their troubles. Here, you can indulge in the simple pleasure of frolicking with bunnies! I'll watch over any rabbits you bring back, so just focus on netting them. While you do that, I'll be here, doing a little frolicking myself... Um...yeah. So did you want to ask about anything else? Yeah. Nope.
OK then, I'll explain how to hunt bunnies. This could get long, so get comfy! When driving around, you might see a bunny hiding behind something. If you spot one, blow your whistle. The rabbit will jump and be easy to spot. Then use your cannon to blast the object the bunny's hiding behind. The rabbit will try to run from you, but it's only 'cause it likes being chased! And then the hunt is on! Once the hunting starts, you'll automatically pick up your net. Then just focus on tapping the rabbit with the right timing to catch it! If you're careful, you'll have an adorable bunny in hand before you know it! Just remember, the bunny will hightail it out of there if you don't get ahold of it. Is there anything else I can clarify for you? Yes. Nope.
If we're done chatting, go and catch me some bunnies!
What do you want to know more about? Rabbits. Rabbitland. Hunting. Nothing.
Happy hunting!
Gosh, just look at all of those long-eared darlings. They're adorable! I have to tell you, I never imagined you'd catch so many for me. You've made me a very, very happy fellow!
What would you like to hear about? Rabbitland. Hunting. Nothing.
If you can bring me 10 bunnies from the ocean, you get a prize!
Well, look at that! You caught 10 adorable bunnies from the ocean!
If you can bring me 10 bunnies from the mountains, you get a prize!
Well, look at that! You caught 10 adorable bunnies from the mountains!
If you can bring me 10 bunnies from the desert, you get a prize!
Well, look at that! You caught 10 adorable bunnies from the desert!
Looks like my old lady's gonna be here for a while. I mean, I'm glad and all, but things just won't be the same with her around...
...Oh brother, why'd you bring my old lady here? Not a bright move, genius!
Oh, I'm so happy to finally see my darling husband. Thank you so much for bringing me all this way to meet him!
Oh, what should I say to him? It's been so long!
HONEY?! What in the world are you doing?! And what is that ridiculous outfit?
Ah! Sugar plum...this is... It's not what it looks like. There's a perfectly good explanation for all of this. Honest, there is! See--
You've been frolicking with those filthy wild rabbits again, haven't you? I can't begin to understand your obsession with them!
If I don't take care of these poor rabbits, no one will! You just don't understand them like I do.
I'd like to go home now! Mr. Engineer, would you PLEASE take me back to Castle Town?
Well, you sure know them better than you know me! Do you have any idea how worried I've been about you? I don't want to see you in that ridiculous getup ever again! For all I care, you can stay here with your bunnies forever!
You know, I think I've changed my mind. I won't be heading back to town. After all, it's my husband's big heart that first drew me to him. Maybe I'm the one who needs to change how I think about things. You've done me a huge service in bringing me here. Thank you so much.
Maybe I'm the one who drove my husband to spend all his time with rabbits. I'm going to stay here and see if I can't fix things between us!
Welcome to the Rabbitland Rescue, friend! Aren't bunnies just the absolute cutest?
You've caught … of 10 grass rabbits.
You've caught … of 10 snow rabbits.
You've caught … of 10 ocean rabbits.
You've caught … of 10 mountain rabbits.
You've caught … of 10 desert rabbits.
Well, this is an odd place...
Aw, rats! I was gonna ask you to take me to Papuchia Village. But I guess you're already giving the bridge worker a ride, huh... Well, no biggie. I'll just walk there. It'll give me a chance to take some killer pics along the way. Oh, but you should know that the bridge worker is super-mega fussy. If you don't blow your whistle when the signs say so... Or if you don't follow the signs telling you to speed up or slow down... Or if you don't stop right at the platform... Or if you get hit by an enemy while you're traveling... He'll jump off the train and yell at you till he's blue in the face. Also, don't use the reverse on the gearbox to brake suddenly! That kind of thing is dangerous for the passengers! But this is all stuff a good engineer already knows. I have it all written down at my house, so swing by if you ever forget. Good luck!
Oh, and watch out while you're giving the bridge worker a ride. He's fussier than a squeaky rail! If you don't blow your whistle when the signs say to... Or if you don't follow the signs telling you to speed up or slow down... Or if you don't stop right at the platform... Or if you get hit by an enemy while you're traveling... He'll get all bent out of shape. If you don't wanna get an earful, be careful! Also, don't use the reverse on the gearbox to brake suddenly! That kind of thing is dangerous for the passengers! But this is all stuff a good engineer already knows. I have it all written down at my house, so swing by if you ever forget. Good luck!
Looks like Mr. Bridge Worker got all huffy and went home.
Say, if it isn't you again! What's shaking, pal? You ever seen that big stone arch that stands over the tracks? Makes ya think, doesn't it? Who MADE it? For WHAT? What a mystery! I hear the triangle-shaped thing at the top of the arch does something. But only if you hit it real hard! But I don't even know what that thing is! What could it BE? WHAT? Ah, sorry for rambling. I just get excited about rad stuff!