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I was doing an environmental study, and since i'm currently reading the fanfiction “A Voice from the Desert” by @the-twilight-duchess , i felt like adding the two cuties ! 💜

[Ganondorf holding his face… exasperated.]

Uncropped light ‼️SPOILER‼️ below the break ⤵️

A Voice from the Desert by @avoicefromthedesert

Romance Fantasy | Mature | AO3 | Complete

Synopsis: To bridge the divide between Hyrule and the Gerudo, Zelda launches the Letters of Unity Initiative – a correspondence program meant to foster understanding. She never expects to become captivated by an anonymous and infuriatingly clever "voice from the desert" who challenges her in ways no one else dares. Ganondorf joins the initiative to spite Hyrule and mock the fool who dares write to him. But instead of a dull-witted scribe, his mysterious correspondent is sharp-tongued and insightful, drawing him into an irresistible battle of wits. While Zelda and Ganondorf become bitter rivals, clashing in an escalating war of aggravation, neither suspects that the adversary they cannot stand is the same person whose letters they secretly cherish. But as their words draw them closer, hiding the truth becomes harder, especially when Ganondorf realizes he’s falling for two women at once: the fiery princess who refuses to yield and the stranger who knows his heart better than anyone.

Content Warnings: Mild sexual content

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A captivating and nuanced epic about how the power of love and trust can save worlds. - Scarlet Curls

It's a battle of wits, and both Zelda and Ganondorf are armed to the teeth. It begins as a dastardly cunning rom/com full of frustration and snark, but the more you read the more you uncover the secrets of this version of Hyrule. Each race and region has more to explore, with some secrets not being relinquished so easily. Eventually, the fic morphs into what a mainline game would look like from everyone else's perspective besides Link, but without dropping the goofiness and humor the series is known for. The characters and plot are compelling, and the upload schedule has been remarkably consistent. - Tommy-Macks

An absolutely amazing love story wrapped up in all of the trappings of the Zelda setting. This work as romance, action, intrigue, political maneuvering, and, most importantly, heart. This tale is an epic, and it is so heartwarming and filled with hope it inspires. - amelias-hart

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You can find @the-twilight-duchess at AO3 and @demonsreverie here on Tumblr.

To bridge the divide between Hyrule and the Gerudo, Zelda launches the Letters of Unity Initiative – a correspondence program meant to foster understanding. She never expects to become captivated by an anonymous and infuriatingly clever "voice from the desert" who challenges her in ways no one else dares.

Ganondorf joins the initiative to spite Hyrule and mock the fool who dares write to him. But instead of a dull-witted scribe, his mysterious correspondent is sharp-tongued and insightful, drawing him into an irresistible battle of wits.

While Zelda and Ganondorf become bitter rivals, clashing in an escalating war of aggravation, neither suspects that the adversary they cannot stand is the same person whose letters they secretly cherish. But as their words draw them closer, hiding the truth becomes harder, especially when Ganondorf realizes he’s falling for two women at once: the fiery princess who refuses to yield and the stranger who knows his heart better than anyone.

When an ancient enemy stirs in the shadows, threatening the fragile peace they’ve fought to protect, the bond they’ve forged in secret may be the only thing strong enough to save their world – if they don’t tear each other apart, first.

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My current WIP, A Voice From the Desert, is an ongoing Zelgan romance with plenty of adventure, action, and mystery. Link is a wild gremlin in the background, off on a game-style quest while these other two idiots slowly fall in love without realizing who they're even writing to.

Read here!

Official Art Links Below:

(Note, some chapters are missing because there was no artwork for them. This will be updated until all 120 Chapters have been uploaded.)

Ch 2, Ch 3, Ch 4, Ch 5, Ch 6, Ch 7, Ch 8,

Ch 10, Ch 11, Ch 12, Ch 13, Ch 14, Ch 15, Ch 16, Ch 17, Ch 18, Ch 19,

Ch 20, Ch 21, Ch 22, Ch 23, Ch 24, Ch 25, Ch 26, Ch 27, Ch 28, Ch 29,

Ch 30, Ch 31, Ch 32, Ch 33, Ch 34, Ch 35, Ch 36, Ch 37, Ch 38, Ch 39,

Ch 40, Ch 41, Ch 42, Ch 43, Ch 44, Ch 45, Ch 46, Ch 48, Ch 49,

Ch 50, Ch 51, Ch 52, Ch 53, Ch 54, Ch 55, Ch 57, Ch 58, Ch 59,

Ch 60, Ch 61, Ch 62, Ch 63 (Mature), Ch 64, Ch 65, Ch 66, Ch 67, Ch 68, Ch 69,

Ch 70, Ch 71, Ch 72, Ch 73, Ch 74, Ch 75, Ch 76, Ch 77, Ch 78, Ch 79,

Ch 80, Ch 81, Ch 82, Ch 83, Ch 84, Ch 85, Ch 86, Ch 87, Ch 88, Ch 89,

Ch 90, Ch 91, Ch 92, Ch 93, Ch 94, Ch 95, Ch 96, Ch 97, Ch 98, Ch 99

Ch 100

The epilogue is here! Get ready for a lot of stupidly cute Zelgan.

[King Ganondorf with his blade raised against the Demon King’s firstborn, Rhenza, her twin scimitars ready for battle.]

Full Spoiler art beneath the cut ⤵️

[The Soon-to-be-Queen Zelda is snuggled against King Ganondorf Dragmire of the Gerudo, beyond comfortable in a hammock atop his home and secure in his assurances that he will wake them on time… The sun is rising over the distant sands, silhouetting the still fresh and new Kara Kara Bazaar and the beautifully ancient Gerudo Highlands.

My drawing of the month for February 2026 that I am finally able to post now that this beautiful and fun chapter is out, as well as my old tablet finally being cordial.]