Niko: Difference between revisions

In {{PH}}, Niko recounts the events of {{TWW|-}} during the game's introduction before the [[Ghost Ship (Dungeon)|Ghost Ship]] appears; however, Niko's role is severely limited in the game and only makes an appearance during the opening and closing sequences of the game. He is last seen when Tetra and Link reunite with the rest of the pirate crew. He is fond of his paper cutouts,<ref>{{Cite|So what did you think of my amazing paper cutouts? Did you guess that Tetra was really Princess Zelda?! Hey! Link! Are you sleeping, swabbie?|Niko|PH}}</ref> a character traits that he retains in {{ST}}.

Niko is first shown in the {{PH|Himekawa}} as Tetra and Link duel each other. Niko shows concern,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= They're at it again!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 8}}</ref> although Gonzo says they need their exercise.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Let them get their exercise.|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 8}}</ref> When it is announced that the crew will be entering the [[Ghost Ship (Dungeon)|Ghost Ship]]'s territory, Niko exclaims that he is afraid of ghosts.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Yikes! I don't like ghosts!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 9}}</ref> Link comforts him, saying that the ocean is protected by the [[Ocean King]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= ... the Ocean King rules these waters. I doubt we'll see a Ghost Ship in waters protected by such a powerful spirit.|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 9}}</ref> As Link and Tetra continue their fight, Link accidentally cuts the pirate captain's scarf, resulting in it falling into the sea. Link undresses to dive after the scarf,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Tetra's scarf!... It's my fault! I'll get it!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 10}}</ref> Niko covering his lower area with a mop. Tetra tells Link to not be ridiculous, as the safety of her crew is more important.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Don't be ridiculous! As captain, nothing is more important than the lives of my crew!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 10, 11}}</ref> In tears, Niko and his fellow pirates agree with her.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Yes, Ma'am.|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 11}}</ref> Niko expresses fear when the Ghost Ship approaches.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Th-There it is! The Ghost Ship!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 14}}</ref> Tetra tells him to show some spine, saying that she will the prove it is not really a Ghost Ship.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Show some spine, Niko! Wait here. I'll prove it's not a Ghost Ship.|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 15}}</ref> The young captain boards the Ghost Ship, but is captured. Link follows Tetra, Niko shouting at the hero.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= No, Link!|book= {{PH|Himekawa|-}}|publisher= VIZ Media|page= 16}}</ref>