*As Link and Zelda explore Hyrule on a scientific mission, Link’s combat abilities start to suffer. What could be wrong with the hero?*
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The Princess was on her knees, staring into the water. A soft but forceful wind blew over a sunny day in Hyrule. The Knight stood watch, as the Princess rolled up her right sleeve, and positioned her hand above the water, ready to grab her specimen should it present itself. She and her father-mandated escort had been traveling for the past week, exploring all manner of things that the princess had previously only read about within the safety of Hyrule Castle. The Knight had already proven himself in a fight with several Yiga clan members, but he was a terrible conversationalist, and had seemingly no scientific acumen.
She spotted the target of one of numerous studies she wanted to conduct on her trip, and her hand dove into the water.
“Got one!” She exclaimed, standing and turning towards Link, who looked back at her skeptically. “This species can augment your ability to hold your breath for extended periods of time.” She said, with her posh royal accent. Link smiled slightly and crossed his arms.