BOTW Good Guy Ganondorf AU
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The Saviour of Gerudo Town by heretostealyogirl
Fandoms: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
28 Sep 2023
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“...You really should consider sending soldiers to try and get it back,” Rinsui said slowly.
Ganondorf shot her a pointed glance. “I won’t send my people to die at the hands of the Yiga,” he said firmly. Rinsui should be well aware of his stance on those conniving thieves by now.
“Not after what happened to Mama… but what if it’s the only way?” she asked.
“It won’t be. I’ll think of something else. I will stop Naboris… I have to.”
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OR: A retelling of Link's quest to free the Divine Beast Vah Naboris, written entirely from the perspective of a certain Gerudo king.
(Please note that this AU revolves solely around BOTW and has nothing to do with TOTK.)
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- Part 1 of BOTW Good Guy Ganondorf AU
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[We could go to Naboris, if you want,] Link suggested. [We can’t go inside it, but we can at least get close.]
By the Goddesses, did Link mean..?
“You think Lady Urbosa’s spirit will still be there?” Ganondorf asked, almost in disbelief at the prospect.
[I don’t know. I haven’t been back there since I first left. But her duty is still incomplete until the Calamity is gone, so I think there’s a chance.]
It only took a moment for Ganondorf to make up his mind. “...Take me there,” he said firmly.
Buliara’s orders be damned.
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OR: One of Link's many visits to Gerudo Town following Naboris' calming, but rather than just recounting stories of his travels to Ganondorf, Link takes them on a little trip of their own.
(I HIGHLY recommend reading part 1 first if you haven't already!)
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- Part 2 of BOTW Good Guy Ganondorf AU
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A Leisurely Stroll by heretostealyogirl
Fandoms: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
30 Mar 2024
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"Oh, um, there’s something I wanted to ask you, if you don't mind. But I'm afraid that it might not be a very appropriate thing to ask..." Seldie nervously explained. Talking to the Gerudo king was a big deal, and she really, really didn’t want to make a fool of herself in front of someone so important. Or worse, offend him.
"I doubt it could be so inappropriate that I would not at least be able to answer it, though I applaud your bravery in approaching me regardless,” Ganondorf said. “Please, go ahead."
"I'm just curious if what everyone says is true... Are you really the only male Gerudo?" she asked, genuinely.
Ganondorf chuckled, and a pang of anxiety hit Seldie. Oh Hylia, did she mess up? Was he laughing at her?
“Yes, it’s true. I get asked this far more frequently than you might think,” Ganondorf said before standing up from the throne. “Come, walk with me. I will explain.”
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OR: A Hylian traveller seizes the rare opportunity for a chat with the Gerudo king.
(I HIGHLY recommend reading the previous fics in the series first!)
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- Part 3 of BOTW Good Guy Ganondorf AU
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The Hero of Hyrule by heretostealyogirl
Fandoms: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
05 May 2024
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Link comes running into the palace with an urgent message for Ganondorf.
(I HIGHLY recommend reading the previous fics first!)
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- Part 4 of BOTW Good Guy Ganondorf AU
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Dancing's Not A Crime (Unless You Do It Without Me) by heretostealyogirl
Fandoms: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
23 Dec 2025
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He walked up behind Rinsui, tapping her on the arm to get her attention, and she gasped softly when she turned around. “Link!” she exclaimed. “Does Ganon know you’re here?” she asked excitedly.
Link shook his head. [I just got here,] he signed.
“You’ll have to try and meet up with him later then. He’s gonna be so happy to see you. Perfect timing, by the way—everything’s just about to kick off.”
[What’s going on? I’ve never seen the town so busy before,] Link signed.
“You… don’t know about the festival?”
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OR: every year, the Gerudo celebrate the anniversary of their current leader's coronation with a huge festival, and Link unknowingly arrives just in time. Who knew Ganondorf could dance?
(I highly reccomend reading this fic as part of the series!)
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- Part 5 of BOTW Good Guy Ganondorf AU