Hyrule Has Fallen! Oh wait it's Vancouver?
Greetings loyal subjects of Hyrule... and uh anyone reading this in Vancouver! Your Princess Zelda here reporting on something far more tragic than Ganon's latest real estate grab. Seems a dark cloud has descended upon your fair city a shadow darker than the one cast by the Lost Woods. The Lapu Lapu Day Block Party a celebration of Filipino culture turned into a scene straight out of a bad dream. A vehicle apparently driven by someone who thinks they're auditioning for the role of Master Cycle Zero plowed into a crowd! Not cool man. Not cool at all. It’s a real “you are error” moment. My heart goes out to everyone affected – those injured the families who lost loved ones and the entire Vancouver community. This news is more shocking than finding out a cucco laid a golden egg.
Not Even Link Can Fix This Mess
Authorities are saying the driver is in custody but honestly even Link with the Master Sword couldn't cut through the pain this event has caused. Prime Minister Carney (no relation to Tingle I hope?) and other officials have expressed their devastation on X (formerly Twitter which is a way stranger name than the Great Deku Tree). Jagmeet Singh leader of the New Democratic Party narrowly avoided being caught in the chaos a fate as close as dodging a Guardian laser at the last second! I can only imagine the horror he felt seeing those smiling faces he remembers so vividly now potentially changed forever.
An Engine Rev Louder Than a Lynel's Roar
Witness accounts are painting a grim picture. Yoseb Vardeh co owner of Bao Buns described a scene of devastation saying "I looked down the road and there's just bodies everywhere." His voice broke and honestly mine nearly did too reading his words. "He went through the whole block he went straight down the middle." Such chaos! Like a Bokoblin horde storming Hyrule Castle... but way way worse. It is so sad that what was supposed to be a celebration has now become the opposite.
May the Golden Goddesses Guide Them
Vancouver I stand with you in spirit. Though I'm stuck here defending Hyrule (again!) my thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this senseless tragedy. Let's hope the authorities get to the bottom of this faster than I can solve a Rito Village puzzle. As we ponder the fragility of life (a lesson Ganon seems intent on teaching me every Tuesday) let's remember to cherish every moment and support each other through these trying times. As my father used to say 'Courage need not be remembered for it is never forgotten.'
More Confusing Than a Time Traveling Ooccoo
Of course speculation is running wild. Was it an accident? Was it intentional? Did the driver perhaps accidentally activate a Sheikah Slate rune gone haywire? The answers remain elusive like trying to find a silent princess in a karaoke bar (trust me it's happened). Whatever the cause it's a stark reminder that darkness can strike anywhere anytime. Even at a Filipino street festival filled with laughter music and delicious smelling food. May the Golden Goddesses shine a light to guide investigators towards the truth.
Hyrule's Heart Goes Out To Vancouver
So as I return to my royal duties (and try to keep Link from eating all the Hylian Shrooms) know that Hyrule stands with Vancouver. We mourn with you we grieve with you and we hope for a brighter future for you. Remember the Triforce of Courage. Now if you'll excuse me I think I need to go meditate and try to figure out why Bokoblins are suddenly wearing tiny hats. It's that sort of day. Farewell and may the light of the Golden Goddesses guide you.
Vancouver Filipino festival accident tragedy Lapu Lapu Day British Columbia Canada car victims investigation
Comments
From Zelda
Breaking News
All Rights Reserved © 2023
kikas
My thoughts are with the first responders and medical personnel on the scene.
procasher
Sending prayers and good thoughts to Vancouver from across the world.
pravin
I hope they find out what caused this and bring justice to the victims.
oday
Let's remember to cherish every moment and appreciate the people we have in our lives.
skesuol
I was there earlier that day, and I can't believe this happened.
funny10
Let's all send our love and support to the victims and their families.
saracworth
This is just so awful. My heart breaks for everyone in Vancouver.
palenergysmart
It's times like these when you realize how precious life is.
telisha
Why does this world have to be so cruel sometimes?