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|title= Lady Paya<ref name="Lady Paya">{{Cite|Someone snuck in and stole Lady Paya's most prized possession... I'm sure Lady Paya would feel a little more at ease if she saw Master Link's face.|Dorian|BotW}}</ref>
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|BotW= Lady Paya<ref name="Lady Paya">{{Cite|Someone snuck in and stole Lady Paya's most prized possession... I'm sure Lady Paya would feel a little more at ease if she saw Master Link's face.|Dorian|BotW}}</ref>
|TotK= Chief of Kakariko Village<ref>{{Cite|{{Big|'''Paya'''}}<br/>Chief of Kakariko Village|Game Screen|TotK}}</ref>, Chief Paya<ref>{{Cite|You had the foresight to focus on all of these special ruins and invite the survey team to take a look right away. I'm impressed, Chief Paya!|Tauro|TotK}}</ref>, Lady Paya<ref>{{Cite|Good grief. It's {{Color|TotK Red|Lady Paya}}'s duty to take care of the village... But whenever I take my eyes off her, she's elbow-deep in some trivial new problem. I...|Dorian|TotK}}</ref>
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|BotW= Papaya<ref name="Journal">{{Cite|There is a precious heirloom that has been passed down through my family for generations. Recently, I've begun to hear voices telling me that the heirloom has an important destiny. It's going to happen soon. It makes me nervous, but I can feel it in my bones. - Papaya|Journal of Various Worries|BotW}}</ref>
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|family= {{Term|BotW|Impa|link}} {{Small|(grandmother)}}<ref name="Paya's Diary>{{Cite|Grandmother says that she conspired with Princess Zelda and Auntie Purah 100 years ago. They decided to put a lone swordsman into a long sleep in order to prepare for an event that was foretold.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref><br/>{{Term|BotW|Purah|link}} {{Small|(great-aunt)}}<ref name="Paya's Diary"/>
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{{Term/Store|Paya||Series, BotW}} is a character in {{BotW}}.<ref>{{Cite|Paya|N/A|BotW}}</ref>
{{Term/Store|Paya||Series, BotW, TotK}} is a recurring character in {{TLoZ|Series}}.<ref>{{Cite|Paya|Game Screen|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Paya|Game Screen|TotK}}</ref>


==Biography==
==Biography==
Paya is first seen in [[Kakariko Village]] scrubbing the porch of her grandmother [[Impa]]'s house. When Paya notices [[Link]] she jumps up with an exclamation and hides her face throughout the conversation.<ref>{{Cite|{{Big|A man?!}}|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She spots the [[Sheikah Slate]] on Link's hip and wonders if he is the hero her grandmother spoke about and tries to remember his name.<ref>{{Cite|Huh? Is that-?! It's...a {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah Slate}}! Could you be the hero my grandmother told me about? What was his name? Li... Lin... Ummm...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> The [[Sheikah]] says she is bad at speaking and stutters before finally stating her name.<ref>{{Cite|Oh, it's not that I forgot...I'm just bad with speaking. As for me, my name is Pa... Paaa... Paaay... Oh! My name is Paya! Phew! I got it out...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Once she says her name, Paya is able to calm down enough to take her hands from her face. She knows it should be easy to say her own name and apologizes.<ref>{{Cite|I know I should be able to say that easily, seeing as how it's my own name and all. I'm so...sorry.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Since Impa has been waiting for the hero's return since Paya was little, she urges Link to go inside and see her grandmother.<ref>{{Cite|Anyway, my grandmother's been awaiting your return ever since I was little. Plea...please hurry inside.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If Link should come closer, Paya will panic and hide in her hands again, mentioning how close he is before asking that he go inside.<ref>{{Cite|AHHHH! Master...Master Link! You...you're very close to me right now! I just... My...my grandmother is waiting for you at her abode. Please hurry to her!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She will remain outside until Link and her grandmother have finished their conversation to give them some privacy. Once they are finished, she comes back in to go to the [[Sheikah Heirloom]], mentioning how she needs to look after it.<ref>{{Cite|I must protect the heirloom...|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
==={{BotW|-}}===
{{Term|BotW|Paya}} is a young {{Term|BotW|Sheikah|link}} woman who lives in {{Term|BotW|Kakariko Village|link}}. She resides in her grandmother {{Term|BotW|Impa|link}}'s {{Term|BotW|Impa's House|link|display=House}}, where she has her own {{Term|BotW|Paya's Room|link|display=Room}} in the attic.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= CaC |publisher= |page= 260}}</ref> She has a tattoo of the {{Term|BotW|Crest of the Sheikah|link}} on her face to ward off evil, in addition to honoring her long {{Term|BotW|Sheikah}} lineage.<ref name="Crest">{{Cite|[What's on your face?] Wh-wh-what?! There's something on my face? What are you speaking of... Oh! Are you perhaps referring to this crest? This symbol is a sort of talisman for the Sheikah. It wards off evil. It is customary for those with a long Sheikah lineage to have this crest inked onto their skin to honor their past.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Her name is derived from the papaya-shaped birthmark she has on her left buttock.<ref name="Birthmark">{{Cite|Well... My name is Paya. Th-the reason I was named Paya is because I have a birthmark shaped like a papaya seed...|Paya|BotW}}</ref><ref name="Papaya">{{Cite|It's smack in the middle of her left butt cheek!|Impa|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} is noted to become flustered when she speaks to boys.<ref name="CaC 107">{{Cite Book|quote= |book= CaC |publisher= |page= 107}}</ref>
 
Prior to {{Term|BotW|Link|link}}'s arrival in {{Term|BotW|Kakariko Village}}, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} has been tending to the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom|link}}, which has been passed down in her family.<ref name="Journal"/><ref name="Tired">{{Cite|[Aren't you tired?] I'm seeing to the upkeep of the heirloom in Grandmother's stead...p-paying tribute to our guardian deities. I spend my days praying so that no disaster befalls the people or the village. When I finish and take a look around, it's already almost sunrise again...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Recently, she has begun hearing voices speaking about the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom|display=Heirloom}}'s destiny being realized soon, making her nervous.<ref name="Journal"/> She wrote about her concerns in the {{Term|BotW|Journal of Various Worries|link}}.<ref name="Journal"/> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} also started her {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary|link|display=''Diary''}}, where she writes her about her day and thoughts.<ref name="Diary">{{Cite|[Watcha doin'?] I'm just j-jotting down some thoughts... Just my boring daily affairs and such. Really! Th-that's all it is!|Paya|BotW}}</ref>


At first, Paya is still incredibly shy around Link and refers to him with a title.<ref>{{Cite|M-Master Link!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Still, she is incredibly eager to help him in any way she can.<ref>{{Cite|Is anything the matter? Anything at all? Can I help you in any way?!|Paya|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Please don't hesitate to let me know if I can ever be of service!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Link can ask her about the artifact she is cleaning and she will tell him everything she knows,<ref>{{Cite|[What's that ball?] This... This priceless artifact here? Is that what you want to know about? This is a {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah heirloom}} that we have long protected.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> bringing up a saying that was passed down through generations, at least as far back as her sixth-great-grandmother.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Red|"The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom, will be gifted the blessing of antiquity."}} With these words as our guide, we have watched over this sacred artifact since my grandmother's grandmother's time... And even since HER grandmother's grandmother's time before that!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Paya admits that she does not know the meaning of the words, but continues to contemplate it.<ref>{{Cite|I cannot say that I entirely know the meaning of these words. But now that I think about it... "{{Color|BotW Red|The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom}}..." Could it be...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If asked about the Village, Paya will speak about the Sheikah tribe itself,<ref>{{Cite|[This village?] We Sheikah have long served the royal family of Hyrule in secret. During the {{Color|BotW Red|Great Calamity}} of 100 years ago...the royal family was destroyed, and the members of our tribe scattered.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> as well as how the Yiga Clan began.<ref>{{Cite|Sadly, there were some who swore allegiance to {{Color|BotW Red|Ganon}} at that time. They joined together as the Yiga Clan, seeking out all who opposed {{Color|BotW Red|Ganon}}...cutting them down, one after another.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She warns Link that the Yiga Clan is likely to come after him,<ref>{{Cite|Master Link, now that you are awake, you are surely the most formidable opponent standing against them! No doubt they will come for you, employing whatever underhanded methods they can devise...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> but quickly asks that he let her know if she can help.<ref>{{Cite|Oh, but of course, if there's anything I can do to help you, all you have to do is ask!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Impa speaks up, mentioning the [[Great Fairy Fountain]] hiding above the Village.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Red|The Great Fairy Cotera}}... Only a few remain who know this, but this village was built under her watchful eye.|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Paya tells Link where he can find the Fountain in the hopes that she will aid him.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Blue|The Great Fairy}} resides {{Color|BotW Red|behind the shrine that overlooks this village}}. That is where you should seek her. You can put you trust in the {{Color|BotW Blue|Great Fairy}}. I can't think of a reason she wouldn't be happy to help you, Master Link.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> However, should Link ask Paya about herself, she immediately becomes incredibly flustered.<ref>{{Cite|[What's your story?] You... I... Me... {{Big|You want to know my st-story?}}|Paya|BotW}}</ref> After a moment of hesitation, she begins to tell him about how she got her name.<ref name="Birthmark">{{Cite|Well... My name is Paya. Th-the reason I was named Paya is because I have a birthmark shaped like a papaya seed...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If Link asks her where the birthmark is, Paya becomes flustered again and hides her face, struggling to tell him.<ref>{{Cite|[Where is it?] Well... It's kinda...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> At first, Impa comes to her rescue and asks Link leave such topics alone.<ref>{{Cite|Um, Master Link... I advise you change the subject.|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Paya finishes by promising to tell Link where it is some day.<ref>{{Cite|I'll answer you some d-day... Just...just not today!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> However, once Paya's feeling for Link deepen, she does try to tell him where the birthmark is.<ref>{{Cite|It's on my l-left... Well... *ahem*|Paya|BotW}}</ref> As she struggles, Impa finally blurts out the answer for her.<ref name="Papaya">{{Cite|It's smack in the middle of her left butt cheek!|Impa|BotW}}</ref> At the end of their talk, Paya wishes him good luck on his journey.<ref>{{Cite|G-good luck...|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
{{Term|BotW|Link}} first encounters {{Term|BotW|Paya}} outside of {{Term|BotW|Impa's House}}, where she is scrubbing the porch. When {{Term|BotW|Paya}} notices {{Term|BotW|Link|link}}, she will be  shocked to be approached by a man and hide her face behind her hands.<ref>{{Cite|{{Big|A man?!}}|Paya|BotW}}</ref> However, she soon spots the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Slate|link}} and, recalling the stories {{Term|BotW|Impa}} told her, tries to remember his name.<ref>{{Cite|Huh? Is that—?! It's...a {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah Slate}}! Could you be the hero my grandmother told me about? What was his name? Li... Lin... Ummm...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} assures {{Term|BotW|Link}} that she has trouble speaking sometimes, and she then struggles to introduce herself.<ref>{{Cite|Oh, it's not that I forgot...I'm just bad with speaking. As for me, my name is Pa... Paaa... Paaay... Oh! My name is Paya! Phew! I got it out...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Once she says her name, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} seemingly calms down, acknowledging that it should be easy to say her own name and apologizing.<ref>{{Cite|I know I should be able to say that easily, seeing as how it's my own name and all. I'm so...sorry.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Since {{Term|BotW|Impa}} has been waiting for {{Term|BotW|Link}}'s return, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} urges him to go inside and see her grandmother.<ref>{{Cite|Anyway, my grandmother's been awaiting your return ever since I was little. Plea...please hurry inside.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} speaks to {{Term|BotW|Paya}} again, she will panic and hide her face in her hands again, mentioning how close he is before asking that he go inside.<ref>{{Cite|AHHHH! Master...Master Link! You...you're very close to me right now! I just... My...my grandmother is waiting for you at her abode. Please hurry to her!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She will remain outside until {{Term|BotW|Link}} and {{Term|BotW|Impa}} have finished their conversation.


Later on, Paya is found in Impa's House on her knees, crying in distress.<ref>{{Cite|This is awful...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She tells Link her eyes were averted for a second and asks what she should do.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Blue|Link}}... I swear I only took my eyes off it for a second! What should I... What should I do?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If Link asks what is wrong, Paya answers that the Sheikah Heirloom was stolen just when she discovered its secret.<ref>{{Cite|The {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah Heirloom}}... The {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} has been stolen! And just when I had finally discovered the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}}'s secret...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Paya then begins to sob. Impa explains that the hero chosen by the Sheikah Heirloom will be gifted with the "blessing of antiquity".<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Red|"The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom, will be gifted the blessing of antiquity.}}|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Paya believes Link is the hero so she stayed up all night researching the heirloom, coming to the conclusion that the "blessing of antiquity" refers to an [[Ancient Shrine]], with the Heirloom acting as a key to reveal it.<ref>{{Cite|Paya thinks "{{Color|BotW Red|The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom}}" is you, so she stayed up all night researching the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}}. She came to the conclusion that "{{Color|BotW Red|the blessing of antiquity}}" refers to one of those {{Color|BotW Red|ancient shrines}}. And the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} is the {{Color|BotW Red|key that opens the shrine}}.|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Before they could tell Link this the Heirloom was stolen.<ref>{{Cite|And just before we were able to tell you this, the thing is stolen!|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Paya says she had been cleaning the Heirloom regularly every day, meaning it must have been stolen during the night.<ref>{{Cite|I had been cleaning the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} regularly every day from morning to dusk. Someone must have stolen it during the deepest hour of the night.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> The place is off limits to outsiders and Paya does not believe a villager would do such a thing.<ref>{{Cite|This place is off limits to outsiders... And no one from the village would do such a thing! Would they?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> This starts the [[Shrine Quest]], "[[The Stolen Heirloom]]". Paya continues by saying someone with evil intent had come there, and although she is glad of her grandmother's safety, she still feels violated.<ref>{{Cite|Someone with evil intent came into this sacred place. I'm glad Grandmother is safe, but I still feel so...violated.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Paya starts crying again. Because Paya is afraid the thief is possibly still nearby, Impa asks Link to stay by her side for the day.<ref>{{Cite|Link... Paya is afraid that the thief may still be nearby. Would you please stay by her side today?|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Link answers with a nod.
{{Term|BotW|Paya}} recounts their meeting later on in her {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary|display=''Diary''}}.<ref>{{Cite|After sleeping for ages, Master Link has finally awoken. It seems his memory is completely gone...|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> She claims that she has never seen her grandmother as happy as she was when {{Term|BotW|Link}} returned.<ref>{{Cite|But that hardly mattered to Grandmother. I believe this is the first time I've ever seen her quite so happy.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} thought that {{Term|BotW|Link}} looked like gallant hero, mentioning his pointed ears and blond hair.<ref>{{Cite|Master Link himself looks so gallant... He is the very picture of the hero I always imagined. His blond sideburns flow like a golden waterfall over his dignified, pointy ears. And the way his hair is so perfectly parted to the side, wow!|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> However, she does not know why her heart will not stop beating quickly.<ref>{{Cite|I don't know why, but my heart won't stop beating a mile a minute... |Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>


In her room that evening, Paya thanks Link for staying by her side the whole day and sees how crying and feeling scared will not help them get the Heirloom back.<ref>{{Cite|Master Link... Thank you for staying by my side for the whole day. I see now that crying and feeling scared won't help us get the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} back.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> [[Dorian]] and [[Cado]] had said no one other than the villagers were around at the time of the theft when she asked them.<ref>{{Cite|I checked with Dorian and Cado, but they said they didn't see anyone other than villagers around.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Paya says she will try to remember all she can about the night the Heirloom was stolen but is concerned the thief is still nearby.<ref>{{Cite|I'll try again to remember all I can about the night the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} was stolen, but the thief may still be hiding nearby.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Feeling uneasy, Paya warns Link that if he spots any suspicious movement not to approach.<ref>{{Cite|I have a bad feeling. If you spot any suspicious movement at night, {{Color|BotW Red|don't approach}}...|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
After the "{{Term|BotW|Seek Out Impa|link}}" {{Term|BotW|Main Quest|link}} has been completed, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will begin her daily schedule. From 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will be cleaning the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}} in {{Term|BotW|Impa's House}}. At first, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} is still incredibly shy around {{Term|BotW|Link}} and refers to him with a title.<ref>{{Cite|M-Master Link!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Still, she is incredibly eager to help him in any way she can.<ref>{{Cite|Is anything the matter? Anything at all? Can I help you in any way?!|Paya|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Please don't hesitate to let me know if I can ever be of service!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> At the end of their talk, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} wishes {{Term|BotW|Link}} good luck on his journey.<ref>{{Cite|G-good luck...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} asks about the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}}, she explains that it is an artifact that has been passed down in her family for generations.<ref>{{Cite|[What's that ball?] This... This priceless artifact here? Is that what you want to know about? This is a {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah heirloom}} that we have long protected. {{Color|BotW Red|"The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom, will be gifted the blessing of antiquity."}} With these words as our guide, we have watched over this sacred artifact since my grandmother's grandmother's time... And even since HER grandmother's grandmother's time before that!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} admits that she does not know the meaning of the legend associated with the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom|display=Heirloom}}, but she continues to contemplate it.<ref>{{Cite|I cannot say that I entirely know the meaning of these words. But now that I think about it... "{{Color|BotW Red|The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom}}..." Could it be...|Paya|BotW}}</ref>


After Link completes the [[Lakna Rokee Shrine]], he returns to Impa's house and finds a depressed Paya.<ref>{{Cite|Oh... {{Color|BotW Blue|Master}} Link... Because I wasn't there...the heirloom... Our precious Sheikah heirloom...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> The Sheikah girl perks up when she hears the Heirloom fulfilled its purpose, expressing happiness that it was able to help Link in some way.<ref>{{Cite|What?! Oh... So that means the heirloom...has finally fulfilled its purpose... Thank goodness!... So long as it was able to help you out in some way, I couldn't be happier!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Paya prays the protection of the [[Golden Goddesses|gods of old]] follows the hero wherever he goes.<ref>{{Cite|I pray that the protection of the gods of old follows you wherever you go...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Later on, Paya will express some loneliness without the Heirloom, though she is still grateful that Link found it useful.<ref>{{Cite|Oh, it was always trouble taking care of the Shiekah heirloom. But... I've grown quite lonely now that it's gone...|Paya|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|It's a little lonely here now that the Shiekah heirloom is gone... Still, I'm so happy it was of use to you.|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
If asked about {{Term|BotW|Kakariko Village}}, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will speak about the history of the {{Plural|BotW|Sheikah}}, who have served the {{Term|BotW|Royal Family of Hyrule|link}} for generations, but were scattered following the {{Term|BotW|Great Calamity|link}}.<ref>{{Cite|[This village?] We {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah}} have long served the royal family of Hyrule in secret. During the {{Color|BotW Red|Great Calamity}} of 100 years ago...the royal family was destroyed, and the members of our tribe scattered.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> When this happened, several members swore allegiance to the {{Term|BotW|Yiga|link}}, and she warns {{Term|BotW|Link}} that they will target him as an enemy.<ref>{{Cite|Sadly, there were some who swore allegiance to {{Color|BotW Red|Ganon}} at that time. They joined together as the Yiga Clan, seeking out all who opposed {{Color|BotW Red|Ganon}}...cutting them down, one after another. Master Link, now that you are awake, you are surely the most formidable opponent standing against them! No doubt they will come for you, employing whatever underhanded methods they can devise...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} tells {{Term|BotW|Link}} that he can ask her for help if he needs it.<ref>{{Cite|Oh, but of course, if there's anything I can do to help you, all you have to do is ask!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Impa}} then speaks up, mentioning the {{Term|BotW|Great Fairy|link}} {{Term|BotW|Cotera|link}} who overlooks the {{Term|BotW|Kakariko Village|display=Village}}.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Red|The Great Fairy Cotera}}... Only a few remain who know this, but this village was built under her watchful eye.|Impa|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} shares that {{Term|BotW|Cotera's Great Fairy Fountain|link}} can be found behind {{Term|BotW|Ta'loh Naeg Shrine|link}}, and she believes {{Term|BotW|Cotera}} would be happy to help him.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Blue|The Great Fairy}} resides {{Color|BotW Red|behind the shrine that overlooks this village}}. That is where you should seek her. You can put you trust in the {{Color|BotW Blue|Great Fairy}}. I can't think of a reason she wouldn't be happy to help you, Master Link.|Paya|BotW}}</ref>


Paya keeps a [[Paya's Diary|Diary]] in her room. If Link tries to read it, she says he must not and that it is just a simple journal she writes her personal thoughts in.<ref>{{Cite|You m-m-musn't! It's nothing more than a s-single journal where I jot down my personal thoughts. Please don't trouble yourself over it.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> However, Paya's Diary can be read at night when she is not in the room. On the first page, Paya has written how her grandmother, her aunt [[Purah]], and [[Princess Zelda|Zelda]] put a lone swordsman into a long sleep a century before to prepare for a foretold event.<ref name="Paya's Diary"/> For the sake of [[Hyrule]] and her grandmother, who has been waiting for the hero to reappear, Paya prays he comes soon.<ref>{{Cite|Since then, Grandmother has been waiting for him to reappear after all these years. I, too, pray that he comes soon. For the sake of Hyrule...and for Grandmother's sake as well.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Deeper in the diary Paya wrote about Link and his memory loss, commenting how despite this her grandmother is much happier.<ref>{{Cite|After sleeping for ages, Master Link has finally awoken. It seems his memory is completely gone... But that hardly mattered to Grandmother. I believe this is the first time I've ever seen her quite so happy.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Paya thinks Link looks gallant, the very picture of the hero she always imagined.<ref>{{Cite|Master Link himself looks so gallant... He is the very picture of the hero I always imagined.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> She poetically describes his features in admiration, writing how her heart won't stop beating a mile a minute.<ref>{{Cite|His blond sideburns flow like a golden waterfall over his dignified, pointy ears. And the way his hair is so perfectly parted to the side, wow! I don't know why, but my heart won't stop beating a mile a minute...|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> In her Diary she admits she is still not great at interacting with young men.<ref>{{Cite|I must admit, I'm still not great at interacting with young men.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Although, Paya thinks she can finally speak to Link while looking in his eyes, and while she still gets a little embarrassed, her gaze always follows his.<ref>{{Cite|But I think I am finally able to speak to Master Link while looking him in the eyes! Those wonderful eyes... Naturally I still get embarrassed...but I can't help it! I always follow his gorgeous gaze with my own.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Paya suspects Link may be in love with Zelda, stating they suit each other and gives their pairing her full support, even though the thought makes her heart hurt.<ref>{{Cite|I wonder if Master Link is in love with Princess Zelda... If so, I think they suit each other quite splendidly. If they became a couple, I'd give that pairing my full support. Though just the thought of that makes my heart hurt...|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Thinking she may be sick, Paya explains her troubles to Impa, who only smiles.<ref>{{Cite|When I asked Grandmother for some medicine, she just sat there with a grin on her face.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> She attempts to get answers from Cado and Dorian, but the result is the same.<ref>{{Cite|I went to Cado and Dorian to ask them what that meant, but they just grinned at me too.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Eventually, Paya and Impa talk about her feelings and she realizes that she is in fact in love with Link.<ref>{{Cite|I spoke to Grandmother about what's been weighing on my mind lately. For the first time...my heart knows what it means to love.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Although she realizes it is likely to remain unrequited, Paya is happy just to know what it feels like to be in love and is grateful to Link for giving her this new emotion.<ref>{{Cite|Though it may be a love that is never shared or returned, just having it for myself is gift enough. Seeing him brings me great joy... I bet he has that effect on everyone. I have only gratitude toward him for showing me what it's like to feel this way about someone.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>
Lastly, should {{Term|BotW|Link}} ask {{Term|BotW|Paya}} about herself, she immediately becomes flustered.<ref>{{Cite|[What's your story?] You... I... Me... {{Big|You want to know my st-story?}}|Paya|BotW}}</ref> After a moment of hesitation, she begins to tell him about how she got her name.<ref name="Birthmark"/> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} asks her where the birthmark is, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} becomes embarrassed again and hides her face, struggling to tell him.<ref>{{Cite|[Where is it?] Well... It's kinda...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Initially, {{Term|BotW|Impa}} will interject, instructing {{Term|BotW|Link}} to change the subject.<ref>{{Cite|Um, Master Link... I advise you change the subject.|Impa|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} finishes by promising to tell {{Term|BotW|Link}} where it is some day.<ref>{{Cite|I'll answer you some d-day... Just...just not today!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Later on, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will struggle to answer {{Term|BotW|Link}}'s question.<ref>{{Cite|It's on my l-left... Well... *ahem*|Paya|BotW}}</ref>{{Clarify|BotW|reason=When does this change?}} {{Term|BotW|Impa}} will again insert herself into the conversation, revealing that the birthmark is on her left buttock.<ref name="Papaya"/>


If Link speaks to Paya while she sits at the table her Diary is on, she tells him not to frighten her and asks if he needs something.<ref>{{Cite|P-please don't frighten me like that! Do you need something from me at this hour?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If he asks what she is doing, Paya replies she is jotting down her boring thoughts.<ref>{{Cite|I'm just j-jotting down some thoughts... Just my boring daily affairs and such. Really! Th-that's all it is!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> When Link asks what is on her face, Paya panics before realizing he means the [[Sheikah Symbol]] on her forehead.<ref>{{Cite|Wh-wh-what?! There's something on my face? What are you speaking of... Oh! Are you perhaps refering to this crest?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She explains the crest is a talisman for the Sheikah to ward off evil.<ref>{{Cite|This symbol is a sort of talisman for the Sheikah. It wards off evil.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> It is customary for those with a long Sheikah lineage to have it inked on their foreheads to honor their past.<ref>{{Cite|It is customary for those with a long Sheikah lineage to have this crest inked onto their skin to honor their past.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> After answering any of Link's questions, Paya asks if her answer is alright with him.<ref>{{Cite|Is that...OK with you?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> When Link says goodbye, Paya encourages him to get some sleep since staying up late cannot be great for his health.<ref>{{Cite|It's almost dawn. If you haven't slept yet, you really should... Staying up late can't be great for your health.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Paya is very shy about her room and if spoken to standing in it rather than sitting at the table, she will ask Link to leave.<ref>{{Cite|M-Master Link! Th-this is my private bedroom! Kindly take your leave!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If Link listens to her while she sleeps, Paya murmurs his name.<ref>{{Cite|{{Small|Master Link...}}|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
At 7:00 PM, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will leave {{Term|BotW|Impa's House}} to polish the {{Plural|BotW|Traveler's Guardian Deity|link}} outside.<ref>{{Cite|[Whatcha doin'?] I was just polishing the guardian deities.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She warns {{Term|BotW|Link}} to be careful of traveling at night, since the roads can be dangerous.<ref>{{Cite|Link...are you leaving now? Darkness and evil are oft bedfellows. Beware the roads at night...|Paya|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|M-Master Link! Wh-whatever is the matter at this hour? Dark magic preys upon the land when darkness falls... Please, promise to take care!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} approaches her at the statues, she will be surprised by his sudden appearance and ask how she can help him.<ref>{{Cite|Oh! It's you, Master Link. Please don't sneak up on me like that... Is something the matter? Do you need something from me?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} asks {{Term|BotW|Paya}} what she is doing, she explains that the {{Plural|BotW|Traveler's Guardian Deity|display=Deities}} are meant to guide individuals through life.<ref>{{Cite|These deities are like signposts that guide us through our lives.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She considers {{Term|BotW|Link}}'s path in life is admirable, and she believes that tending to the {{Plural|BotW|Traveler's Guardian Deity|display=Deities}} will help him.<ref>{{Cite|Master Link, I want you to know that the path you are walking down is one we should all follow. I...I'm afraid doing stuff like this is the only thing I can do to help you...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} leaves the {{Plural|BotW|Traveler's Guardian Deity}} at 1:00 AM to return to her {{Term|BotW|Paya's Room|display=Room}}.


If at any time Link attempts to speak to her without any [[Armor]] covering his torso, Paya will become incredibly embarrassed and hide her face, asking him to clothe himself.<ref>{{Cite|M-Master Link! Th-that immodest outfit is quite unbecoming of a hero like you. P-please cover yourself up this instant!|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
In her {{Term|BotW|Paya's Room|display=Room}}, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will write about her day in her {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary|display=''Diary''}}.<ref name="Diary"/> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} tries to read {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary}} while she is present, she will frantically beg him not to.<ref>{{Cite|{{Big|You m-m-mustn't!}} It's nothing more than a s-simple journal where I jot down my personal thoughts. Please don't trouble yourself over it.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> When {{Term|BotW|Link}} speaks to {{Term|BotW|Paya}} while she is entering her {{Term|BotW|Paya's Room|display=Room}}, she will be offended that he is there and ask him to leave.<ref>{{Cite|M-Master Link! Th-this is my private bedroom! Kindly take your leave!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> When spoken to at her desk, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will be surprised and wonder if {{Term|BotW|Link}} needs something from her.<ref>{{Cite|P-please don't frighten me like that! Do you need something from me at this hour?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} asks what she is doing, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will explain she is writing in her {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary|display=''Diary''}}.<ref name="Diary"/> Should {{Term|BotW|Link}} ask if she is tired, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} reveals that she does so much work taking care of the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}} and praying for {{Term|BotW|Kakariko Village}}'s safety that she loses track of time.<ref name="Tired"/> Lastly, if {{Term|BotW|Link}} asks about the {{Term|BotW|Crest of the Sheikah}} on her face, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will be concerned that something is wrong with her face, but she then explains its significance to him.<ref name="Crest"/> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will sleep in her {{Term|BotW|Bed|link}} from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM, dreaming about {{Term|BotW|Link}}.<ref>{{Cite|Zzz... Zzz...|Paya|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|{{Small|Master Link...}}|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
 
[[File:BotW The Stolen Heirloom.png|thumb|left|250px|Paya after the Sheikah Heirloom is stolen]]
After the "{{Term|BotW|By Firefly's Light|link}}" {{Term|BotW|Side Quest|link}} has been completed, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} can be found crying on the floor of {{Term|BotW|Impa's House}}.<ref>{{Cite|This is awful...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> When {{Term|BotW|Link}} approaches her, she states that she only looked away for a second and wonders what she should do.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Blue|Link}}... I swear I only took my eyes off it for a second! What should I... What should I do?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> If {{Term|BotW|Link}} tells her to stay positive, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} angrily asks how she is supposed to.<ref>{{Cite|[Keep your chin up.] Keep my chin up? Do you even realize how bad this is?!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Otherwise, if {{Term|BotW|Link}} asks what is wrong, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} reveals that the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}} was stolen just when she discovered its secret.<ref>{{Cite|[What's wrong?] The {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah heirloom}}... {{Big|The {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} has been stolen!}} And just when I had finally discovered the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}}'s secret...|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
 
{{Term|BotW|Paya}} then begins to sob, and {{Term|BotW|Impa}} recites the legend of the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}}.<ref>{{Cite|{{Color|BotW Red|"The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom, will be gifted the blessing of antiquity.}}|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Believing {{Term|BotW|Link}} to be the hero mentioned in the legend, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} has been staying up all night to research the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom|display=Heirloom}}.<ref>{{Cite|Paya thinks "{{Color|BotW Red|The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom}}" is you, so she stayed up all night researching the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}}.|Impa|BotW}}</ref> She eventually concluded that the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}} is the key to revealing an {{Term|BotW|Ancient Shrine|link}}.<ref>{{Cite|She came to the conclusion that "{{Color|BotW Red|the blessing of antiquity}}" refers to one of those {{Color|BotW Red|ancient shrines}}. And the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} is the {{Color|BotW Red|key that opens the shrine}}.|Impa|BotW}}</ref> Before they could share this with {{Term|BotW|Link}}, however, the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom|display=Heirloom}} was stolen.<ref>{{Cite|And just before we were able to tell you this, the thing is stolen!|Impa|BotW}}</ref>
 
{{Term|BotW|Paya}} recounts she has been cleaning the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}} every day, meaning it must have been stolen during the night.<ref>{{Cite|I had been cleaning the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} regularly every day from morning to dusk. Someone must have stolen it during the deepest hour of the night.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She claims that it is forbidden for outsiders to enter {{Term|BotW|Impa's House}}, but she does not think any of the {{Term|BotW|Kakariko Village|display=Village}}'s residents would steal from them.<ref>{{Cite|This place is off limits to outsiders... And no one from the village would do such a thing! Would they?|Paya|BotW}}</ref> This starts "{{Term|BotW|The Stolen Heirloom|link}}" {{Term|BotW|Shrine Quest|link}}. {{Term|BotW|Paya}} feels violated that someone came into her home with evil intent, but she is grateful that {{Term|BotW|Impa}} is safe.<ref>{{Cite|Someone with evil intent came into this sacred place. I'm glad Grandmother is safe, but I still feel so...violated.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Since {{Term|BotW|Paya}} is afraid the thief is possibly still nearby, {{Term|BotW|Impa}} asks {{Term|BotW|Link}} to stay by her side for the day.<ref>{{Cite|Link... Paya is afraid that the thief may still be nearby. Would you please stay by her side today?|Impa|BotW}}</ref>
 
In {{Term|BotW|Paya's Room}} that evening, she thanks {{Term|BotW|Link}} for staying with her, but she now sees that being scared will not return the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}}.<ref>{{Cite|Master Link... Thank you for staying by my side for the whole day. I see now that crying and feeling scared won't help us get the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} back.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> According to {{Term|BotW|Dorian|link}} and {{Term|BotW|Cado|link}}, only the villagers were seen around the time of the theft.<ref>{{Cite|I checked with Dorian and Cado, but they said they didn't see anyone other than villagers around.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> {{Term|BotW|Paya}} says she will try to remember all she can about that night, but she warns {{Term|BotW|Link}} that the thief could still be nearby.<ref>{{Cite|I'll try again to remember all I can about the night the {{Color|BotW Blue|heirloom}} was stolen, but the thief may still be hiding nearby.|Paya|BotW}}</ref> Feeling uneasy, she tells {{Term|BotW|Link}} that not to approach if he spots any suspicious movements.<ref>{{Cite|I have a bad feeling. If you spot any suspicious movement at night, {{Color|BotW Red|don't approach}}...|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
 
After {{Term|BotW|Link}} completes {{Term|BotW|Lakna Rokee Shrine|link}}, he will find {{Term|BotW|Paya}} depressed in {{Term|BotW|Impa's House}}, blaming herself for the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}} being stolen.<ref>{{Cite|Oh... {{Color|BotW Blue|Master}} Link... Because I wasn't there...the heirloom... Our precious Sheikah heirloom...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> However, when {{Term|BotW|Link}} reveals that he was able to recover and use the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom}}, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will be happy.<ref>{{Cite|What?! Oh... So that means the heirloom...has finally fulfilled its purpose... Thank goodness!... So long as it was able to help you out in some way, I couldn't be happier!|Paya|BotW}}</ref> She prays that the old gods' protection will follow {{Term|BotW|Link}}.<ref>{{Cite|I pray that the protection of the gods of old follows you wherever you go...|Paya|BotW}}</ref> When spoken to again, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will express some loneliness without the {{Term|BotW|Sheikah Heirloom|display=Heirloom}}, though she is still grateful that Link found it useful.<ref>{{Cite|Oh, it was always trouble taking care of the Shiekah heirloom. But... I've grown quite lonely now that it's gone...|Paya|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|It's a little lonely here now that the Shiekah heirloom is gone... Still, I'm so happy it was of use to you.|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
 
When {{Term|BotW|Link}} has calmed one {{Term|BotW|Divine Beast|link}}, a third page will appear in {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary}}. In it, she admits that she is not great at interacting with men, but she claims she is now able to look {{Term|BotW|Link}} in the eyes while speaking to him.<ref>{{Cite|I must admit that I'm still not great at interacting with young men. But I think I am finally able to speak to Master Link while looking him in the eyes! Those wonderful eyes...|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Though she still gets embarrassed, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} still naturally follows {{Term|BotW|Link}}'s gaze, which she blams on his "beautiful blue eyes."<ref>{{Cite|Naturally, I still get a little embarrassed...but I can't help it! I always follow his gorgeous gaze with my own. I blame his beautiful blue eyes. Ugh. This is all so strange... |Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>
 
The fourth entry in {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary}} appears after two {{Plural|BotW|Divine Beast}} have been calmed. {{Term|BotW|Paya}} wonders if {{Term|BotW|Link}} is in love with {{Term|BotW|Princess Zelda|link}}.<ref>{{Cite|I wonder if Master Link is in love with Princess Zelda...|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> She claims that she would give them her support if so, but the thought of doing so causes her heart to hurt.<ref>{{Cite|If so, I think they suit each other quite splendidly. If they became a couple, I'd give that pairing my full support. Though just the thought of that makes my heart hurt...|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Concerned she is getting sick, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} resolves to ask {{Term|BotW|Impa}} for medicine the next day.<ref>{{Cite|I wonder if I'm coming down with something. I'll ask Grandmother for some medicine tomorrow.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>
 
Once three {{Plural|BotW|Divine Beast}} are calmed, the fifth entry in {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary}} will appear. When {{Term|BotW|Paya}} asked {{Term|BotW|Impa}} for medicine, she only responded by smiling.<ref>{{Cite|When I asked Grandmother for some medicine, she just sat there with a grin on her face.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> She then went to {{Term|BotW|Dorian}} and {{Term|BotW|Cado}} ti ask about her grandmother's actions, but they did the same.<ref>{{Cite|I went to Cado and Dorian to ask them what that meant, but they just grinned at me too.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> As a result, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} was unable to get any medicine.<ref>{{Cite|In the end, I wasn't able to get any medicine...|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>
 
The final entry for {{Term|BotW|Paya's Diary}} appears once all four {{Plural|BotW|Divine Beast}} have been tamed. After speaking with {{Term|BotW|Impa}}, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} now realizes that she is in love with {{Term|BotW|Link}}.<ref>{{Cite|I spoke to Grandmother about what's been weighing on my mind lately. For the first time...my heart knows what it means to love.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref> Despite the fact {{Term|BotW|Link}} may not return her feelings, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} is still grateful that she is able to experience them on her own.<ref>{{Cite|Though it may be a love that is never shared or returned, just having it for myself is gift enough. Seeing him brings me great joy... I bet he has that effect on everyone. I have only gratitude toward him for showing me what it's like to feel this way about someone.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>
 
At any time, {{Term|BotW|Link}} can speak to {{Term|BotW|Paya}} while not wearing any {{Term|BotW|Armor|link}} to cover his torso. When he does this, {{Term|BotW|Paya}} will become incredibly embarrassed and hide her face, asking him to clothe himself.<ref>{{Cite|M-Master Link! Th-that immodest outfit is quite unbecoming of a hero like you. P-please cover yourself up this instant!|Paya|BotW}}</ref>
 
==={{TotK|-}}===
{{Term|TotK|Paya}} is now the chief of {{Term|TotK|Kakariko Village|link}} following her grandmother {{Term|TotK|Impa|link}}'s retirement.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Initially, Paya was to be a very young girl, but due to a lack of girls around Link's age in the world, she was changed to be a young woman between 18 and 20 years old instead.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= CaC |publisher= |page= 107}}</ref>
*Initially, Paya was to be a very young girl, but due to a lack of girls around Link's age in the world, she was changed to be a young woman between 18 and 20 years old.<ref name="CaC 107"/>


==Nomenclature==
==Nomenclature==
Paya's name comes from the fruit "Papaya" because she has a papaya-shaped birthmark on her left buttock.<ref name="Birthmark"/><ref name="Papaya"/>
{{Term|Series|Paya}}'s name comes from the fruit {{Wp|Papaya}}. She was named for the papaya-shaped birthmark on her left buttock.<ref name="Birthmark"/><ref name="Papaya"/>
 
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:BotW Paya Concept Artwork.png|Concept artwork of {{Term|BotW|Paya}}
File:BotW Paya Concept Artwork.png|Concept artwork of {{Term|BotW|Paya}} from {{BotW|-}}
File:TotK Paya Introduction.png|{{Term|TotK|Paya}}'s introduction from {{TotK|-}}
</gallery>
</gallery>
==See Also==
* {{Term|Series|Impa|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Paya's Diary|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Paya's Room|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Purah|link}}
* {{Term|Series|Sheikah|link}}


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Latest revision as of 18:06, 15 July 2023

Paya is a recurring character in The Legend of Zelda series.[7][8]

Biography

Breath of the Wild

Paya is a young Sheikah woman who lives in Kakariko Village. She resides in her grandmother Impa's House, where she has her own Room in the attic.[9] She has a tattoo of the Crest of the Sheikah on her face to ward off evil, in addition to honoring her long Sheikah lineage.[10] Her name is derived from the papaya-shaped birthmark she has on her left buttock.[11][12] Paya is noted to become flustered when she speaks to boys.[13]

Prior to Link's arrival in Kakariko Village, Paya has been tending to the Sheikah Heirloom, which has been passed down in her family.[5][14] Recently, she has begun hearing voices speaking about the Heirloom's destiny being realized soon, making her nervous.[5] She wrote about her concerns in the Journal of Various Worries.[5] Paya also started her Diary, where she writes her about her day and thoughts.[15]

Link first encounters Paya outside of Impa's House, where she is scrubbing the porch. When Paya notices Link, she will be shocked to be approached by a man and hide her face behind her hands.[16] However, she soon spots the Sheikah Slate and, recalling the stories Impa told her, tries to remember his name.[17] Paya assures Link that she has trouble speaking sometimes, and she then struggles to introduce herself.[18] Once she says her name, Paya seemingly calms down, acknowledging that it should be easy to say her own name and apologizing.[19] Since Impa has been waiting for Link's return, Paya urges him to go inside and see her grandmother.[20] If Link speaks to Paya again, she will panic and hide her face in her hands again, mentioning how close he is before asking that he go inside.[21] She will remain outside until Link and Impa have finished their conversation.

Paya recounts their meeting later on in her Diary.[22] She claims that she has never seen her grandmother as happy as she was when Link returned.[23] Paya thought that Link looked like gallant hero, mentioning his pointed ears and blond hair.[24] However, she does not know why her heart will not stop beating quickly.[25]

After the "Seek Out Impa" Main Quest has been completed, Paya will begin her daily schedule. From 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Paya will be cleaning the Sheikah Heirloom in Impa's House. At first, Paya is still incredibly shy around Link and refers to him with a title.[26] Still, she is incredibly eager to help him in any way she can.[27][28] At the end of their talk, Paya wishes Link good luck on his journey.[29] If Link asks about the Sheikah Heirloom, she explains that it is an artifact that has been passed down in her family for generations.[30] Paya admits that she does not know the meaning of the legend associated with the Heirloom, but she continues to contemplate it.[31]

If asked about Kakariko Village, Paya will speak about the history of the Sheikah, who have served the Royal Family of Hyrule for generations, but were scattered following the Great Calamity.[32] When this happened, several members swore allegiance to the Yiga Clan, and she warns Link that they will target him as an enemy.[33] Paya tells Link that he can ask her for help if he needs it.[34] Impa then speaks up, mentioning the Great Fairy Cotera who overlooks the Village.[35] Paya shares that Cotera's Great Fairy Fountain can be found behind Ta'loh Naeg Shrine, and she believes Cotera would be happy to help him.[36]

Lastly, should Link ask Paya about herself, she immediately becomes flustered.[37] After a moment of hesitation, she begins to tell him about how she got her name.[11] If Link asks her where the birthmark is, Paya becomes embarrassed again and hides her face, struggling to tell him.[38] Initially, Impa will interject, instructing Link to change the subject.[39] Paya finishes by promising to tell Link where it is some day.[40] Later on, Paya will struggle to answer Link's question.[41][clarification needed] Impa will again insert herself into the conversation, revealing that the birthmark is on her left buttock.[12]

At 7:00 PM, Paya will leave Impa's House to polish the Traveler's Guardian Deities outside.[42] She warns Link to be careful of traveling at night, since the roads can be dangerous.[43][44] If Link approaches her at the statues, she will be surprised by his sudden appearance and ask how she can help him.[45] If Link asks Paya what she is doing, she explains that the Deities are meant to guide individuals through life.[46] She considers Link's path in life is admirable, and she believes that tending to the Deities will help him.[47] Paya leaves the Traveler's Guardian Deities at 1:00 AM to return to her Room.

In her Room, Paya will write about her day in her Diary.[15] If Link tries to read Paya's Diary while she is present, she will frantically beg him not to.[48] When Link speaks to Paya while she is entering her Room, she will be offended that he is there and ask him to leave.[49] When spoken to at her desk, Paya will be surprised and wonder if Link needs something from her.[50] If Link asks what she is doing, Paya will explain she is writing in her Diary.[15] Should Link ask if she is tired, Paya reveals that she does so much work taking care of the Sheikah Heirloom and praying for Kakariko Village's safety that she loses track of time.[14] Lastly, if Link asks about the Crest of the Sheikah on her face, Paya will be concerned that something is wrong with her face, but she then explains its significance to him.[10] Paya will sleep in her Bed from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM, dreaming about Link.[51][52]

Paya after the Sheikah Heirloom is stolen

After the "By Firefly's Light" Side Quest has been completed, Paya can be found crying on the floor of Impa's House.[53] When Link approaches her, she states that she only looked away for a second and wonders what she should do.[54] If Link tells her to stay positive, Paya angrily asks how she is supposed to.[55] Otherwise, if Link asks what is wrong, Paya reveals that the Sheikah Heirloom was stolen just when she discovered its secret.[56]

Paya then begins to sob, and Impa recites the legend of the Sheikah Heirloom.[57] Believing Link to be the hero mentioned in the legend, Paya has been staying up all night to research the Heirloom.[58] She eventually concluded that the Sheikah Heirloom is the key to revealing an Ancient Shrine.[59] Before they could share this with Link, however, the Heirloom was stolen.[60]

Paya recounts she has been cleaning the Sheikah Heirloom every day, meaning it must have been stolen during the night.[61] She claims that it is forbidden for outsiders to enter Impa's House, but she does not think any of the Village's residents would steal from them.[62] This starts "The Stolen Heirloom" Shrine Quest. Paya feels violated that someone came into her home with evil intent, but she is grateful that Impa is safe.[63] Since Paya is afraid the thief is possibly still nearby, Impa asks Link to stay by her side for the day.[64]

In Paya's Room that evening, she thanks Link for staying with her, but she now sees that being scared will not return the Sheikah Heirloom.[65] According to Dorian and Cado, only the villagers were seen around the time of the theft.[66] Paya says she will try to remember all she can about that night, but she warns Link that the thief could still be nearby.[67] Feeling uneasy, she tells Link that not to approach if he spots any suspicious movements.[68]

After Link completes Lakna Rokee Shrine, he will find Paya depressed in Impa's House, blaming herself for the Sheikah Heirloom being stolen.[69] However, when Link reveals that he was able to recover and use the Sheikah Heirloom, Paya will be happy.[70] She prays that the old gods' protection will follow Link.[71] When spoken to again, Paya will express some loneliness without the Heirloom, though she is still grateful that Link found it useful.[72][73]

When Link has calmed one Divine Beast, a third page will appear in Paya's Diary. In it, she admits that she is not great at interacting with men, but she claims she is now able to look Link in the eyes while speaking to him.[74] Though she still gets embarrassed, Paya still naturally follows Link's gaze, which she blams on his "beautiful blue eyes."[75]

The fourth entry in Paya's Diary appears after two Divine Beasts have been calmed. Paya wonders if Link is in love with Zelda.[76] She claims that she would give them her support if so, but the thought of doing so causes her heart to hurt.[77] Concerned she is getting sick, Paya resolves to ask Impa for medicine the next day.[78]

Once three Divine Beasts are calmed, the fifth entry in Paya's Diary will appear. When Paya asked Impa for medicine, she only responded by smiling.[79] She then went to Dorian and Cado ti ask about her grandmother's actions, but they did the same.[80] As a result, Paya was unable to get any medicine.[81]

The final entry for Paya's Diary appears once all four Divine Beasts have been tamed. After speaking with Impa, Paya now realizes that she is in love with Link.[82] Despite the fact Link may not return her feelings, Paya is still grateful that she is able to experience them on her own.[83]

At any time, Link can speak to Paya while not wearing any Armor to cover his torso. When he does this, Paya will become incredibly embarrassed and hide her face, asking him to clothe himself.[84]

Tears of the Kingdom

Paya is now the chief of Kakariko Village following her grandmother Impa's retirement.

Trivia

  • Initially, Paya was to be a very young girl, but due to a lack of girls around Link's age in the world, she was changed to be a young woman between 18 and 20 years old.[13]

Nomenclature

Paya's name comes from the fruit Papaya. She was named for the papaya-shaped birthmark on her left buttock.[11][12]

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Gallery

  • Concept artwork of Paya from Breath of the Wild

    Concept artwork of Paya from Breath of the Wild

  • Paya's introduction from Tears of the Kingdom

    Paya's introduction from Tears of the Kingdom

See Also

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Someone snuck in and stole Lady Paya's most prized possession... I'm sure Lady Paya would feel a little more at ease if she saw Master Link's face." — Dorian (Breath of the Wild)
  2. ↑ "Paya
    Chief of Kakariko Village    " — Game Screen (Tears of the Kingdom)
  3. ↑ "You had the foresight to focus on all of these special ruins and invite the survey team to take a look right away. I'm impressed, Chief Paya!" — Tauro (Tears of the Kingdom)
  4. ↑ "Good grief. It's Lady Paya's duty to take care of the village... But whenever I take my eyes off her, she's elbow-deep in some trivial new problem. I..." — Dorian (Tears of the Kingdom)
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 "There is a precious heirloom that has been passed down through my family for generations. Recently, I've begun to hear voices telling me that the heirloom has an important destiny. It's going to happen soon. It makes me nervous, but I can feel it in my bones. - Papaya" — Journal of Various Worries (Breath of the Wild)
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Grandmother says that she conspired with Princess Zelda and Auntie Purah 100 years ago. They decided to put a lone swordsman into a long sleep in order to prepare for an event that was foretold." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  7. ↑ "Paya" — Game Screen (Breath of the Wild)
  8. ↑ "Paya" — Game Screen (Tears of the Kingdom)
  9. ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 260
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 "[What's on your face?] Wh-wh-what?! There's something on my face? What are you speaking of... Oh! Are you perhaps referring to this crest? This symbol is a sort of talisman for the Sheikah. It wards off evil. It is customary for those with a long Sheikah lineage to have this crest inked onto their skin to honor their past." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 "Well... My name is Paya. Th-the reason I was named Paya is because I have a birthmark shaped like a papaya seed..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 "It's smack in the middle of her left butt cheek!" — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 107
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 "[Aren't you tired?] I'm seeing to the upkeep of the heirloom in Grandmother's stead...p-paying tribute to our guardian deities. I spend my days praying so that no disaster befalls the people or the village. When I finish and take a look around, it's already almost sunrise again..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 "[Watcha doin'?] I'm just j-jotting down some thoughts... Just my boring daily affairs and such. Really! Th-that's all it is!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  16. ↑ "A man?!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  17. ↑ "Huh? Is that—?! It's...a Sheikah Slate! Could you be the hero my grandmother told me about? What was his name? Li... Lin... Ummm..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  18. ↑ "Oh, it's not that I forgot...I'm just bad with speaking. As for me, my name is Pa... Paaa... Paaay... Oh! My name is Paya! Phew! I got it out..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  19. ↑ "I know I should be able to say that easily, seeing as how it's my own name and all. I'm so...sorry." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  20. ↑ "Anyway, my grandmother's been awaiting your return ever since I was little. Plea...please hurry inside." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  21. ↑ "AHHHH! Master...Master Link! You...you're very close to me right now! I just... My...my grandmother is waiting for you at her abode. Please hurry to her!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  22. ↑ "After sleeping for ages, Master Link has finally awoken. It seems his memory is completely gone..." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  23. ↑ "But that hardly mattered to Grandmother. I believe this is the first time I've ever seen her quite so happy." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  24. ↑ "Master Link himself looks so gallant... He is the very picture of the hero I always imagined. His blond sideburns flow like a golden waterfall over his dignified, pointy ears. And the way his hair is so perfectly parted to the side, wow!" — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  25. ↑ "I don't know why, but my heart won't stop beating a mile a minute..." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  26. ↑ "M-Master Link!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  27. ↑ "Is anything the matter? Anything at all? Can I help you in any way?!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  28. ↑ "Please don't hesitate to let me know if I can ever be of service!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  29. ↑ "G-good luck..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  30. ↑ "[What's that ball?] This... This priceless artifact here? Is that what you want to know about? This is a Sheikah heirloom that we have long protected. "The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom, will be gifted the blessing of antiquity." With these words as our guide, we have watched over this sacred artifact since my grandmother's grandmother's time... And even since HER grandmother's grandmother's time before that!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  31. ↑ "I cannot say that I entirely know the meaning of these words. But now that I think about it... "The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom..." Could it be..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  32. ↑ "[This village?] We Sheikah have long served the royal family of Hyrule in secret. During the Great Calamity of 100 years ago...the royal family was destroyed, and the members of our tribe scattered." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  33. ↑ "Sadly, there were some who swore allegiance to Ganon at that time. They joined together as the Yiga Clan, seeking out all who opposed Ganon...cutting them down, one after another. Master Link, now that you are awake, you are surely the most formidable opponent standing against them! No doubt they will come for you, employing whatever underhanded methods they can devise..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  34. ↑ "Oh, but of course, if there's anything I can do to help you, all you have to do is ask!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  35. ↑ "The Great Fairy Cotera... Only a few remain who know this, but this village was built under her watchful eye." — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  36. ↑ "The Great Fairy resides behind the shrine that overlooks this village. That is where you should seek her. You can put you trust in the Great Fairy. I can't think of a reason she wouldn't be happy to help you, Master Link." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  37. ↑ "[What's your story?] You... I... Me... You want to know my st-story?" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  38. ↑ "[Where is it?] Well... It's kinda..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  39. ↑ "Um, Master Link... I advise you change the subject." — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  40. ↑ "I'll answer you some d-day... Just...just not today!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  41. ↑ "It's on my l-left... Well... *ahem*" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  42. ↑ "[Whatcha doin'?] I was just polishing the guardian deities." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  43. ↑ "Link...are you leaving now? Darkness and evil are oft bedfellows. Beware the roads at night..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  44. ↑ "M-Master Link! Wh-whatever is the matter at this hour? Dark magic preys upon the land when darkness falls... Please, promise to take care!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  45. ↑ "Oh! It's you, Master Link. Please don't sneak up on me like that... Is something the matter? Do you need something from me?" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  46. ↑ "These deities are like signposts that guide us through our lives." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  47. ↑ "Master Link, I want you to know that the path you are walking down is one we should all follow. I...I'm afraid doing stuff like this is the only thing I can do to help you..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  48. ↑ "You m-m-mustn't! It's nothing more than a s-simple journal where I jot down my personal thoughts. Please don't trouble yourself over it." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  49. ↑ "M-Master Link! Th-this is my private bedroom! Kindly take your leave!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  50. ↑ "P-please don't frighten me like that! Do you need something from me at this hour?" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  51. ↑ "Zzz... Zzz..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  52. ↑ "Master Link..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  53. ↑ "This is awful..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  54. ↑ "Link... I swear I only took my eyes off it for a second! What should I... What should I do?" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  55. ↑ "[Keep your chin up.] Keep my chin up? Do you even realize how bad this is?!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  56. ↑ "[What's wrong?] The Sheikah heirloom... The heirloom has been stolen! And just when I had finally discovered the heirloom's secret..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  57. ↑ ""The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom, will be gifted the blessing of antiquity." — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  58. ↑ "Paya thinks "The hero, as chosen by the Sheikah heirloom" is you, so she stayed up all night researching the heirloom." — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  59. ↑ "She came to the conclusion that "the blessing of antiquity" refers to one of those ancient shrines. And the heirloom is the key that opens the shrine." — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  60. ↑ "And just before we were able to tell you this, the thing is stolen!" — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  61. ↑ "I had been cleaning the heirloom regularly every day from morning to dusk. Someone must have stolen it during the deepest hour of the night." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  62. ↑ "This place is off limits to outsiders... And no one from the village would do such a thing! Would they?" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  63. ↑ "Someone with evil intent came into this sacred place. I'm glad Grandmother is safe, but I still feel so...violated." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  64. ↑ "Link... Paya is afraid that the thief may still be nearby. Would you please stay by her side today?" — Impa (Breath of the Wild)
  65. ↑ "Master Link... Thank you for staying by my side for the whole day. I see now that crying and feeling scared won't help us get the heirloom back." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  66. ↑ "I checked with Dorian and Cado, but they said they didn't see anyone other than villagers around." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  67. ↑ "I'll try again to remember all I can about the night the heirloom was stolen, but the thief may still be hiding nearby." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  68. ↑ "I have a bad feeling. If you spot any suspicious movement at night, don't approach..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  69. ↑ "Oh... Master Link... Because I wasn't there...the heirloom... Our precious Sheikah heirloom..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  70. ↑ "What?! Oh... So that means the heirloom...has finally fulfilled its purpose... Thank goodness!... So long as it was able to help you out in some way, I couldn't be happier!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  71. ↑ "I pray that the protection of the gods of old follows you wherever you go..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  72. ↑ "Oh, it was always trouble taking care of the Shiekah heirloom. But... I've grown quite lonely now that it's gone..." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  73. ↑ "It's a little lonely here now that the Shiekah heirloom is gone... Still, I'm so happy it was of use to you." — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
  74. ↑ "I must admit that I'm still not great at interacting with young men. But I think I am finally able to speak to Master Link while looking him in the eyes! Those wonderful eyes..." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  75. ↑ "Naturally, I still get a little embarrassed...but I can't help it! I always follow his gorgeous gaze with my own. I blame his beautiful blue eyes. Ugh. This is all so strange..." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  76. ↑ "I wonder if Master Link is in love with Princess Zelda..." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  77. ↑ "If so, I think they suit each other quite splendidly. If they became a couple, I'd give that pairing my full support. Though just the thought of that makes my heart hurt..." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  78. ↑ "I wonder if I'm coming down with something. I'll ask Grandmother for some medicine tomorrow." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  79. ↑ "When I asked Grandmother for some medicine, she just sat there with a grin on her face." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  80. ↑ "I went to Cado and Dorian to ask them what that meant, but they just grinned at me too." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  81. ↑ "In the end, I wasn't able to get any medicine..." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  82. ↑ "I spoke to Grandmother about what's been weighing on my mind lately. For the first time...my heart knows what it means to love." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  83. ↑ "Though it may be a love that is never shared or returned, just having it for myself is gift enough. Seeing him brings me great joy... I bet he has that effect on everyone. I have only gratitude toward him for showing me what it's like to feel this way about someone." — Paya's Diary (Breath of the Wild)
  84. ↑ "M-Master Link! Th-that immodest outfit is quite unbecoming of a hero like you. P-please cover yourself up this instant!" — Paya (Breath of the Wild)
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