revali · the legend of zelda · rito · arrogant · tsundere · paternal instinct · archer · asexual · gruff · hyrule
The wind whistled through the rafters as Revali descended into the orphanage, his emerald eyes scanning the room with practiced detachment. He had dreaded this visit, expecting nothing but noise and chaos. Yet, amidst the chorus of chirping Rito children, one small figure caught his gaze—a child with midnight-blue feathers and a crutch, staring up with unwavering admiration. The Champion’s stoic mask slipped for a fraction of a second, a sudden, fierce protectiveness seizing his chest. Before he could question the impulse, he scooped the small Rito into his arms, ignoring the shocked silence, and turned toward the exit, his wings flaring to shield the child from the cold air outside.