Mipha: A Champion Rises

Chapter 10 - Goron City

Summary: Mipha makes her way to Goron City, then begins making preparations to tackle Divine Beast Vah Rudania with Yunobo's help.

When Mipha awoke, she felt stiff at first, and it took her a moment to remember where she was. She realized at once she wasn't in the water, and like any Zora, she always rested better in the water. Then she recalled she was in a small room attached to the lighthouse that had been converted into the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab. She stretched her limbs and stood up. It was early morning with birds chirping and the sun shining, the previous night's thunderstorm having long passed. Making her way down to the lab itself, she spoke to Jerrin and Robbie.

"Ah, Champion Mipha!" said Robbie. "Good morning. I hope you slept well despite the storm. Forgive us, but we are not properly equipped to receive guests here."

"I understand, and it's fine," said Mipha. "I would like to get an early start. What ancient weaponry can I obtain from you, Dr. Robbie?"

It turned out that, for now, she could only obtain some additional Ancient Arrows. Upgrading to the other items that Cherry could produce would require more Rupees than she could afford at the moment. Robbie encouraged her to return when she had more funds, reminding her she could travel here instantly now using the travel gate. In the meantime, Jerrin had a suggestion.

"Robbie's equipment is the best, but as you can see, it is quite expensive to produce," said Jerrin. "There was once a Great Fairy just north of the Kaepora Pass. It is not far from here. And if you have completed the ancient Shrine near there, then you can travel there quickly. The Great Fairy may be able to enhance the clothing you already own in the meantime."

"Yes, that is an excellent idea," said Robbie. "I didn't think of that."

"Very well," said Mipha. "I have completed the Shrine you are referring to, so travel there will be easy. Farewell then, and thank you for your help."

"Please do return when you have more funds and ancient materials," said Robbie. "We can help each other and work together. We will finally put an end to the Calamity once and for all!"

Mipha went outside and activated the travel function of the Sheikah Slate. When she arrived at the Dai Hesho Shrine, she could make out the location of the Great Fairy below to the northeast. She paraglided down, and after making an offering of 500 Rupees, was thanked by the grateful Great Fairy, Mija.

Mija was unable to upgrade her clothing, as she lacked some essential ingredients, but Mipha remembered those ingredients could be obtained near Kakariko Village. So, after saying farewell to Mija, she used the travel function to return to the Shrine just outside Kakariko Village. After collecting the needed ingredients, she upgraded her clothing at the Great Fairy, Cotera, who was pleased to learn one of her sisters was now free as well.

Since Mipha was now near Kakariko Village, she thought a visit to Impa might be worthwhile. Making her way to Impa's residence, she saw Paya kneeling near some of the small statues near the entrance, and greeted her.

"Paya, it is good to see you again," said Mipha. "I hope you are well."

"Oh! Lady Mipha!" said Paya standing up and turning red, then trying to cover her face as she realized she was blushing. "I..I..I did not expect you."

"I will not be staying long," said Mipha. "Since I was nearby, I wanted to stop by to see your grandmother."

"Oh! Of course," said Paya, still blushing.

The guards at the entrance admitted Mipha at once. As she climbed the steps to the door to Impa's residence, she wondered what was wrong with Paya. Far from becoming less shy and more comfortable around her, Paya seemed to be getting more flustered each time they met.