Rito



The Rito are the race of peaceful, anthropomorphic birds that inhabit Dragon Roost Island, the volcanic island located in the Great Sea (The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker). The Rito worship the Sky Spirit, Valoo. The Rito are not aboreal by nature. They gain their wings by obtaining a scale from Valoo.

Not only have these creatures adapted to their lifestyle of flight, but they also serve as the mailmen for their mobility and fast-paced travel. This is the most important part of their lifestyle and the majority of their home island is dedicated to this task.

The Rito-Zora Evolution Theory
Some people believe that the Rito evolved from the Sea Zoras, based on these arguments:
 * 1) The fledglings grow wings when they get a scale from Valoo, indicating that their being bird-like is an affectation.
 * 2) The Rito have the same monarchical system as the Zora.
 * 3) Most tellingly, the Earth Sage, Laruto (a Zora) indicates that her descendant is Medli (a Rito).
 * 4) The Zora's Sapphire symbol is seen on Medli's and Komali's clothes.
 * 5) The facial and body design of the Ritos is somewhat similar to that of the Sea Zoras; their wings slightly resembling the fins of the Zoras.

However, all these arguments can be countered by those who don't believe the theory:
 * 1) Just because the Rito haven't been bird people for very long time (how long is another question), doesn't mean they were once Zora.
 * 2) A monarchial system is used by most races.
 * 3) Another Rito strongly resmbles (and is somewhat implied to be a descendant of) the postman. It's very well possible that some of the races can interbreed, causing a Rito to be the descendant of a Zora.
 * 4) Medli's heritage could explain her outfit.
 * 5) The Rito and Zora have more differences than similarities. It depends on how you want to look at it.

Notable Rito

 * Rito Chieftain- the leader of the Ritos.
 * Prince Komali- The chieftain's son.
 * Medli- The sage of the earth.
 * Quill- Mail deliverer and friend