Navi
“Hey!” “Hey!” “Listen!” “Hey!” “Listen!” “Hey!”
They may read like the lyrics to the latest Rihanna track, but their true origin is (slightly) worse. As the first 3D title in the Zelda series, The Ocarina of Time can be an imposing starting point for novices. Where to go? How best to fell this wicked Stalfos bearing down on me? I wonder what those vines on the wall do, even though I have climbed them eleven times in the last three minutes?
In comes Navi, the most talkative fairy you’ll ever have the misfortune of meeting. Navi’s cues and functions may not be too obtuse on their own, and if you’re the kind of person who is fond of stopping in the heat of battle to have a quiet reading session, you may even appreciate what she has to say. However, the fact that she is frequently badgering you throughout your quest will fast become the bane of your existence.
Her constant pleas for your attention will stop you in your tracks every few seconds, and eventually you’ll simply do your best to ignore them. Yes, Navi, we’re aware that the bridge is now open to Ganondorf’s Castle. But we’re very busy right now, fishing in the lake! There are rupees at stake here, you silly fae, and the only way to truly overcome Ganondorf’s tyrannical empire is through economic power.
…Perhaps you didn’t feel the need to justify yourself to Navi. But if you did, you certainly got very creative.
