It's a video, and it's public. Humiliatingly so.

[forhylia]

[There's Papa Link, deathly serious with the Master Sword on his back. He's ready to kick some whale-sized ass.]

First thing must be first: Please remain calm.

I have just become aware that the Tower is under siege from a massive flying sea beast. There is no way to do an official role call of the Tower's residents, so I would suggest that you check with your friends and allies to ensure that they are safe and unharmed.

Those able to fight shall meet on the 81st floor where we can group ourselves make preparations for battle. Bring whatever weapons or armor you may have at your disposal. Surplus is good.

Those who do not wish to fight or are not able to should gather in a place with decent provisions that will last them, preferably the kitchens on the first floor.

I will remain on the network as long as possible.

Goddesses be with us.

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[forhylia]

[...Now he has to raise an eyebrow at that.]

...Then go to the cafeteria...?

[Still not registering that one would want to eat a giant flying whale.]

[gomu_ningen]

But they don't have any MEAT there! I need to eat meat!

[His voice begins to muffle as a hand enters his mouth. Is he.. Is he chewing his fist?]

I'm so hungry I could eat.. I could eat myself! Sea beast sounded so delicious..

[forhylia]

So you planned to eat the sea beast...

[Blink. Blink.]

I am not certain how to solve your predicament, then... I do apologize...

[gomu_ningen]

It's okay! Not your fault! I'm sure everyone else in the Tower is relieved.

You must be a great warrior if you were going to try and fight the beast, too, huh? My name's Luffy. What's your name?

[forhylia]

I... Yes, I suppose that is true. [A relief indeed.]

Mine is Link. I am a Knight of Hylia, so calling me a warrior would be fairly accurate.

[Luffy. Another strange name...]

[gomu_ningen]

Wah~! Hylia? You're from that super cool kingdom, too? Wow! You guys are sure lucky to have enough of you from the same world here! Shishishi! I've met your Princess and another knight with your name. Are you guys all brothers or somethin'? 'Cause you all kinda' look alike, too!

[forhylia]

[Link laughs quietly to himself. Yes, that is going to take some explaining.]

Not exactly. All of the Link's you have met are reincarnations of me... We all share the same spirit, but originally lived eons apart. We only know of one another's existence because we have been taken here.

[gomu_ningen]

So.. You guys are all the same?! Whoa!

That doesn't make any sense.

[Luffy simply scratches his head, confused by the thought, only to brush it off a moment later with a foolish grin.]

I'll take your word for it! You all must be really strong and brave, just like your Princess, ne? Sooo cool! I'm so jealous! I want to be a knight with a sword and a kingdom to protect! Do you guys get to wear armor?! Armor always looks like it would be really fun to wear, and it must make you look incredibly cool!

[Don't mind Luffy, Link. Behind that dumb exterior is a warrior who's a child at heart. He means no offense, nor does he take war or being a knight lightly. Raise a kid in the jungle where his only glimpse into the world of a knight is through storybooks and this is what you get.]

[forhylia]

Yes, it is quite difficult to understand.

[The young man certainly is enthusiastic, Link can give him that. At least he's willing to talk about it.]

I wear shoulder plating and chain mail, thought I do not think many of the others wear any armor.

[gomu_ningen]

No armor? Whoa, they must be really tough knights, then!

So, could you train some one if they wanted to learn how to use a sword and armor? Especially if they were really willing and really strong?

[Choose your answer carefully there, Knight of Hylia.]

[forhylia]

[Too late. Link is far too enthusiastic about his craft to pass up on the hint.]

Of course I would be willing. Knowledge of the arts belongs to us all, especially those who are dedicated.

[gomu_ningen]

C-COULD YOU TEACH ME?! COULD YOU MAKE ME A KNIGHT, TOO?! I KNOW I CAN DO IT! I WANT TO BE A BRAVE KNIGHT LIKE THE LEGENDS OF OLD!

[forhylia]

[Mild-mannered Link is slightly taken aback by Luffy's... enthusiastic response. However he certainly isn't going to turn him down...]

I could train you like a knight, yes. It is not in my power to bestow the title upon you, but the skills are certainly useful. Have you something with which to practice?

[gomu_ningen]

I-I CAN FIND A SWORD, AND A SHIELD! OOOH! I KNOW WHERE I CAN FIND ARMOR, TOO!!

[forhylia]

All right. Feel free to contact me once you have gotten your hands on the materials. I would be happy to work with you.

[Happy and more than a little bit nervous. Link has never quite taught another before. It cannot be too difficult, can it? And Luffy certainly seems excited about it. Understatement.]