As the new Guardian of Everglade, allow me to congratulate the other winners. Now then, I will require deputies. First, I'm sure Sakuya would be happy to come work for me since Dante so kindly let her come work for me, and second, I plan on hiring more deputies.

As such, I will be holding interviews for the position, or positions, should anyone else be interested. Ability to make good tea is very welcome, encouraged, even, but not necessary.

Now, do keep in mind that I shall be speaking with our Mayor regarding the Bounty Licence scheme I plan on enacting, among other things. Like undead rights, for instance.

One last thing: Salary is negotiable, within reason.

Now then, on with 2019. Let us make this year a good one.

[Video]

[At first the video shows Link tilting and examining the phone, seeming to try and evaluate it even though he is clearly aware that the feed is running. After a moment he finally fixes the view more on his face to show a serious-looking young man with blonde hair tied back in a neat braid.]

I can't say that I've ever been held captive somewhere with captors who were so upfront about the fact that I was even kidnapped in the first place. Or where they spent so much time and effort on appearing... Accommodating.

[He pauses a beat before frowning.]

But it's clear to me that they are also trying to keep us complacent. Has anyone done any serious investigating into who exactly brought us here or why? I have no intention of trusting the local government obviously, but I've heard about these "Guardians". Are they more reliable?

[Action]

[Link is taking his time explore the layout of Genessia City, attempting to do some investigating on his own and become accustomed to the layout of the place. It's important to understand this new setting as thoroughly as possible if he has any hope of escaping after all, so he is coming at this from the same angle he would any other investigation or mission. He tries to explore both side-streets and major roads when possible, although he does try to appear nondescript and not draw too much attention to himself as much as possible.

... Wait, is that a pastry shop?

The blonde freezes in front of Cake Town, staring almost longingly at the displays in the window before shaking his head hard. No! Now is not the time to give into temptation! But it's been a long time since he had any sweets... In the end Link just ends up standing there looking inside almost pitifully.]