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Zelda, Link, Impa and the others prepare to depart Hyrule Castle on orders from the king to recruit pilots for the Divine Beasts. The king stops them, however, when he recognizes the Guardian at Zelda's feet and gives her a stern admonition. | |||
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Using parts salvaged from all across the regions of Hyrule, Terrako is at last ready to be reactivated. As everyone looks on intently, Terrako's eye finally illuminates once more. It spies Zelda, her eyes wet with tears of joy, and it plays a lullaby for her once again. | Using parts salvaged from all across the regions of Hyrule, Terrako is at last ready to be reactivated. As everyone looks on intently, Terrako's eye finally illuminates once more. It spies Zelda, her eyes wet with tears of joy, and it plays a lullaby for her once again. | ||
[[Category | ==EX DLC Storylines== | ||
===The Journey Begins=== | |||
Responding to Zelda's thoughts, a single Guardian travels from the chaos of battle to a Hyrule before the Calamity's revival. But this small Guardian isn't the only thing that traveled through time to Hyrule's past... | |||
===EX To Zelda's Side (Part 1) [text]=== | |||
There was a plucky Guardian who traveled back in time, from a Hyrule devastated by Calamity Ganon's revival to a Hyrule that existed before that dark time. | |||
===Hidden Memories=== | |||
After being defeated in battle and shut down, the Guardian meets its destiny when it is reactivated due to a chance encounter with Link. Deeply fasscinated, Purah and Robbie peer into the memories extracted from the Guardian. | |||
===EX To Zelda's Side (Part 2) [text]=== | |||
As the two researchers made progress on their analysis of the time-traveling Guardian, they discovered previously unknown recordings deep within. | |||
===EX To Zelda's Side (Part 1)=== | |||
There was a plucky Guardian who traveled back in time, from a Hyrule devastated by Calamity Ganon's revival to a Hyrule that existed before that dark time. | |||
===Hidden Memories=== | |||
After being defeated in battle and shut down, the Guardian meets its destiny when it is reactivated due to a chance encounter with Link. Deeply fasscinated, Purah and Robbie peer into the memories extracted from the Guardian. | |||
===EX To Zelda's Side (Part 2)=== | |||
As the two researchers made progress on their analysis of the time-traveling Guardian, they discovered previously unknown recordings deep within. | |||
===EX Battle of Goponga Village [text]=== | |||
As the war raged on, the threat of encroaching monsters loomed over Zora's Domain. To protect their home, Zora soldiers fought desperately in the Lanayru Wetlands to hold the monsters back. | |||
===Twice the Sidon=== | |||
Mipha joins forces with Sidon, who has traveled back from the future. Together, they managed to rescue endangered allies, but Mipha finds herself in danger when she's targeted by an unexpected monster attack. Rushing to her defense... is young Sidon from her own time. | |||
===EX Battle for Kakariko Village [text]=== | |||
Daruk and Yunobo boarded Divine Beast Vah Rudania together and drove off a great swarm of Guardians from Eastern Hyrule. | |||
===The Champion of the Future=== | |||
Thanks to Daruk and Yunobo's efforts, the threat to Kakariko Village passed. If only for a short while, tranquility returned. As a crowd of villagers cheers on the Goron heroes, Yunobo fondly recalls the person who taught him to be courageous. | |||
===Searching Hyrule Forest [text]=== | |||
As war raged across all of Hyrule following the Calamity's revival, Revali spotted a young Rito who had wandered onto the battlefield, but he lost sight of the child admidst the chaos... | |||
===Hero Worship=== | |||
Revali and Teba enjoy a brief reprieve after rescuing Tulin. Teba is elated to see Tulin so overjoyed at meeting his idol face-to-face... and to see Revali smile about it, even while seeming unaffected by the child's enthusiasm. | |||
===EX Liberate the Ancient Lab [text]=== | |||
In the midst of the Calamity, they Royal Ancient Lab was captured by monsters. and the researchers are forced to flee. Urbosa and Riju bravely led troops to the lab in order to liberate it. | |||
===The Thunder Helm=== | |||
After a fierce battle, Urbosa and Riju are interrupted by Master Kohga's scheme to swipe the Thunder Helm. The hitch is that one such as Kohga shouldn't be able to handle the Helm of the Gerudo chief... | |||
===EX The Princess and the King [text]=== | |||
Zelda, having escaped Hyrule Castle with the help of her father as it fell into Calamity Ganon's hands, rose with Link to rescue the Champions, still imprisoned in their Divine Beasts across Hyrule. | |||
===The Aftermath of Survival=== | |||
After a harrowing battle, King Rhoam has exhausted the last of his strength. He is on the brink of defeat when Urbosa and her Gerudo warriors come to his rescue. Hearing that Zelda is searching for him, King Rhoam is filled with guilt as he thinks of his beloved daughter. | |||
===EX The Yiga Clan's Retreat [text]=== | |||
After a counterattack by the Hyrulean army and those who had traveled from beyond time, the seer turned on the Yiga Clan and sacrificed its members as offerings in order to enhance Calamity Ganon's power even further. | |||
===Life Debt=== | |||
Sooga and Master Kohga flee their pursuers. As Sooga pushes forward with grave injuries, he recalls the day he met Master Kohga. With a debt of gratitude in his heart, Sooga musters the very last of his strength. | |||
===Catalyst of the Calamity=== | |||
A group of disciples offer prayers to Calamity Ganon... As those around him collapse, unable to withstand the power of Malice, one disciple has an ecstatic vision of a future of devastation. He is the one called Astor, and from here, he will go on to oppose the Champions. | |||
===EX Guardian of Remembrance [text]=== | |||
The Guardian housing Ganon's Malice took a certain seer as its pawn in order to bring about the Calamity's revival, and through him joined forces with the Yiga Clan, continuing to increase the scope of its power. | |||
===Their Own Battle=== | |||
A Guardian repels a powerful enemy to protect someone precious to it. After witnessing this memory, Purah and Robbie head to the battlefield together to protect their friends and all of Hyrule. | |||
===Fragments of Memory=== | |||
So many memories of friends who has stuck together through thick and thin... They may serve no practical purpose, yet they are indelibly etched in the little Guardian's memories as precious treasures. | |||
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Latest revision as of 18:06, September 6, 2024
Chapter 1
Across Time
Since ancient times, Calamity Ganon has threatened the land of Hyrule. As Hyrule Castle falls to his devastating assault, a lone Guardian reacts to Princess Zelda's desperate plea and embarks on a journey through time to save her.
King on the Eve of Battle
The king of Hyrule, preparing for the revival of Calamity Ganon, attempts to eliminate the monsters running rampant. Standing among the troops assembled for battle is the fateful knight Link.
The Central Tower
The mysterious Guardian that Link discovered during the battle reacts to the Sheikah Slate Impa has in her possession. Just as the Guardian reacts, a mysterious tower erupts from the ground.
The Diminutive Guardian
Impa racks her brain over the mysterious, diminutive Guardian and the tower that suddenly appeared. Meanwhile, the Guardian spots Hyrule Castle and, ignoring Impa's shouts, rushes towards it as fast as it can.
Reunited
Link and Impa pursue the Guardian, arriving at Hyrule Castle and meeting Zelda. As Zelda expresses her joy at their safe return, the small Guardian dashes up to her, seemingly desperate to convey something.
The Battle of Hyrule Field [text]
The Sheikah Slate conveyed the little Guardian's purpose. This anomalous visitor had traveled from a future of ruin–a time in the midst of the Calamity–to save Princess Zelda.
Road to the Ancient Lab (Part 1) [text]
Zelda, curious about the diminutive Guardian, decided to accompany Imps on her journey to Purah's research facility in Hateno [sic]. With Link acting as bodyguard, they made their way to the Ancient Tech Lab [sic].
Berserk
In order to analyze the Guardian from the future, Zelda travels with Link and the others to the Royal Ancient Lab. On the way there, however, a Guardian goes berserk and attacks the party. At the same time, a horde of monsters appear and attack as well.
A Hidden Observer
After narrowly escaping the rampaging Guardian and the monsters, Zelda and the others celebrate their safety. Meanwhile, an ominous figure observes them from hiding.
The Ruined Future
Carefully analysing the little Guardian from the future reveals it to be a completely new model built from unknown technology, and stored within it are detailed records of the events at Hyrule Castle after Calamity Ganon's revival.
Road to the Ancient Lab (Part 2) [text]
To stop Calamity Ganon, it was crucial that they possess the sword that seals the darkness, the latent power dwelling within the princess of Hyrule, and the might of the four Divine Beasts unearthed from across the land.
Departure
Zelda, Link, Impa and the others prepare to depart Hyrule Castle on orders from the king to recruit pilots for the Divine Beasts. The king stops them, however, when he recognizes the Guardian at Zelda's feet and gives her a stern admonition.
Chapter 2
Mipha, the Zora Princess [text]
The long-lived Zora, who could traverse rivers and lakes with ease, lived in Lanayru at a resplendent place dubbed Zora's Domain.
The Looming Threat
In order to recruit Mipha as a pilot for a Divine Beast, Zelda makes her case to Mipha's father, King Dorephan. The king refuses to permit Mipha to help, but the audience is cut short when monsters suddenly threaten Zora's Domain.
Against the Lynel
Discovering the young Prince Sidon standing up to a Lynel, the party quickly comes to his aid. The Lynel is undeterred by their arrival, brandishing a giant blade and releasing a terrifying roar.
Ray of Hope
The party rescues Sidon, but they have no time to rest before an even bigger horde of monsters appears. Comprehending the scale of the attack, Mipha and the others are at a loss for words until the little Guardian gives them a sliver of hope.
Divine Beast Vah Ruta
King Dorephan himself takes command of the forces defending Zora's Domain, but even under his guidance, they are backed into a corner by superior numbers. However, salvation arrives in the form of the Divine Beast Vah Ruta, piloted by Mipha.
Mipha's Wishes
After seeing Mipha use the power of the Divine Beast to defeat the Lyunel and hold off the massive attacking horde, King Dorephan acknowledges Mipha's resolve and gives his approval for her to serve as the pilot of the Divine Beast.
Daruk, the Goron Hero [text]
The rugged Gorons lived in Goron City, a town carved into Death Mountain. They were forged in volcanic heat, their bodies as hard as stone.
Reaching Vah Rudania
Daruk agrees to become the pilot of a Divine Beast, but it is revealed that a swarm of monsters has overrun Death Mountain, the location of Vah Rudania. Daruk makes for the mountain with the rest of the party in tow.
Divine Beast Vah Rudania
The party somehow makes it to the peak of the mountain. Daruk, led by the small Guardian, climbs into Vah Rudania and engages the monsters swarming over Death Mountain in pitched battle.
Daruk's Wishes
Daruk mops up the monsters swarming over Death Mountain then reaffirms his intention to pilot the Divine Beast. With words of thanks to Link and the party, Daruk hands over a treasured gift.
Revali, the Rito Warrior [text]
The Rito resided in a settlement on the Tabantha Frontier. These feathery folk were blessed with the ability to glide along the wind, and they were adept with bow and arrow.
Into the Storm
On the way to Rito Village, the party gets caught up in an intense snowstorm. Leaving Princess Zelda behind at a safe location, Link and the party set out to scout the area but quickly come into conflict with the Rito warriors led by Revali.
Peacemaker
Just as a fierce battle between Link and Revali is about to reach a violent conclusion, Princess Zelda intervenes. Both the snowstorm and the battle between the two warriors come to an abrupt end.
Revali's Wishes
Revali agrees to become a pilot for a Divine Beast but gets his feathers ruffled when he discovers that Link is the princess's knight. The little Guardian interjects, not in support of Link, but to assert that it is also a protector of the princess.
Urbosa, the Gerudo Chief [text]
The Gerudo lived in a settlement in the Gerudo Desert. Composed entirely of women, they were a tribe of great might and nobility.
Attack of the Gerudo!
The party sets out for Gerudo Town to recruit their chief, Urbosa, as a pilot of a Divine Beast. However, they are unexpectedly attacked by the Gerudo. Zelda steels herself and attempts to learn Urbosa's true motives.
Return of the Chief
With Zelda in peril, the real Urbosa makes her appearance, and the impostor chief is revealed to be Master Kohga of the Yiga Clan. Kohga quickly summons reinforcements to the battle then abruptly leaves them to fight on their own.
Slippery as a Banana Peel!
Urbosa and the others manage to corner Master Kohga, but they're suddenly confronted by the Yiga Blademaster Sooga. Both Sooga and Kohga disappear, though the conflict with the Yiga Clan appears likely to continue.
Urbosa's Wishes
In order to protect both her own desert home and all of Hyrule, Urbosa agrees to become a pilot for a Divine Beast. She also offers words of comfort to Zelda, who is feeling a mounting pressure to fulfill her duty as the days pass.
Plans for the Future
Master Kohga and Sooga escape to their hideout. Waiting for them there is the mysterious seer Astor, as well as a black Guardian eerily similar to the model that has been accompanying Zelda.
Zelda and the party journey to the Lanayru region to continue work with the Divine Beasts. However, Sooga and the Yiga Clan assassins attack before they can reach their destination.
The Yiga Clan Attacks! [text]
With that, the four Divine Beasts were assembled with their pilots. Training began in earnest, and the plan to defeat Hyrule's enemies began to coalesce.
An Uneasy Heart
Zelda has been successful in her recruiting mission, yet the king remains stern with her. Told to focus on her training now more than ever, Zelda tells the little Guardian of the insecurities she carries with her.
Assassination!
Zelda departs Hyrule Castle and sets out with the pilots for the Lanayru region, where they intend to train with the Divine Beasts. The party talks amongst themselves as they travel, but their progress is abruptly halted when the Yiga Clan appears, intent on taking Zelda's life.
Trust
Link and the others fight bravely in the intense battle and manage to rout Sooga and the Yiga Clan. Zelda offers Link gratitude for his protection, and finds herself slowly coming to trust him more and more.
Chapter 3
Freeing Korok Forest [text]
The king issued his first order to the Divine Beast pilots–seek out the knight who could wield the sword that seals the darkness. This would require that they vanquish the monsters in Korok Forest, where the legendary blade slept.
Divine Beast Vah Medoh
In order to more easily secure the sword that seals the darkness, the Master Sword, the king of Hyrule orders all monsters within Korok Forest be eradicated. A plan centred around the Divine Beast Vah Medoh is made, but its pilot, Revali, seems unsure about their leader.
To the Lost Woods
Thanks to the power of Vah Medoh, the monsters are cleared away and the party is able to continue on to the Lost Woods. Unbeknownst to them, however, Astor, the Yiga Clan and others have already infiltrated the forest depths.
A Guide through the Mists
Perhaps due to the monsters' influence, the Lost Woods is enveloped in a thick mist that obscures the surroundings. The party continues forward regardless, wary of enemy attacks, when they suddenly encounter Hestu the Korok.
The Master Sword Emerges
The party at last arrives in Korok Forest, but they find their way obstructed by Astor. Despite the confusion caused by the Hollows in the shape of his allies, Link unsheathes the sword that seals the darkness.
The Knight Who Seals the Darkness
With the Great Deku Tree's wait for the hero now complete, it passes along words of advice to Link, who wields the sword that seals the darkness. It also offers Zelda encouragement with awakening her power, before settling back into a deep slumber to nurse its wounds.
The Road Home, Besieged (Part 1) [text]
With the discovery of the knight who seals the darkness, hope spread among the people of Hyrule. Yet unease lingered in the princess's heart. No matter how much she devoted herself to training and research, doubts plagued her.
A Song from the Past
Witnessing the progress that Link and the pilots have made, Zelda is filled with doubt and worry about her own inability to succeed. The small Guardian notices this, and attempts to bolster her spirits with a lullaby...
Zelda's Wishes
Link remains as steadfast and dedicated as ever, stronger now that he is armed with the sword that seals the darkness. Zelda doubts her own abilities by comparison, and Urbosa tries to put her worries to rest by reminding her of the Great Deku Tree's words.
The Road Home, Besieged (Part 2) [text]
The pilots of the Divine Beasts and the knight with the key to defeating Calamity Ganon... In a grand ceremony, these five heroes convened, and King Rhoam bestowed upon each the title of Champion.
After the Ceremony
The inauguration ceremony for Link and the four Champions who will pilot the Divine Beasts comes to an end, and everyone takes in the celebratory atmosphere. An amusing interaction between the little Guardian and the others is enough to ease Zelda's worries, if only a bit.
Chapter 4
Akkala Tower (Part 1) [text]
As the pilots learned to manipulate the arcane machinery of their Divine Beasts, Purah led a research expedition to the otherworldly edifice that had appeared on Hyrule Field.
Determination
As Zelda prepares to depart and investigate the Central Tower, King Rhoam once again confronts her on where her focus lies. Zelda musters all of her courage to express her intentions to him, but…
Disharmony
As Zelda departs Hyrule Castle, Master Kohga and Sooga scheme with Astor about preventing the activation of the Sheikah Towers. Quietly, however, Sooga harbors his own doubts...
The Sheikah Towers Are Activated
Guided by the little Guardian, Link presents the Sheikah Slate to the terminal of the Central Tower, causing the tower to activate and rise up into the air. At the same time, the towers in other regions also rise up. Purah, observing this, cries out in excitement.
A Game Changer
Having successfully activated all of the Sheikah Towers, Zelda takes in the expansive view. Purah has been busy analysing the functions of the tower and, after lauding their usefulness in the defense of Hyrule, declares her intention to demonstrate their value.
Destroy the Yiga Clan! (Part 1) [text]
Now that the network of Sheikah Towers had been restored in full, the Sheikah Slate bestowed upon Zelda's party detailed knowledge of all Hyrule.
Divine Beast Vah Naboris
In the process of activating the Sheikah Towers in each region of Hyrule, the party learns valuable tactical knowledge, including the location of the Yiga Clan's hideout. Aiming to take them all out in one fell swoop, Urbosa boards Vah Naboris.
Destroy the Yiga Clan! (Part 2) [text]
Using Purah's insights, Urbosa easily accomplished her mission. Thus were Zelda and the others witness to the immense capability of the Sheikah Towers.
The Mighty Leader of the Yiga Clan!
The party has finally managed to corner the Yiga Clan, but Master Kohga refuses to go down without a fight–for some reason, he appears incredibly confident. After taunting the party, Kohga rushes to battle, henchmen in tow
Assigning Blame
Astor appears before the recently defeated Master Kohga, who is outraged that the Yiga Clan's promised victory did not come to pass. Astor simply smiles, stating that all is as it must be, and he warns the Yiga Clan not to oppose him.
March of Progress
Having handled the Yiga Clan, Zelda and the party realize how truly valuable the Sheikah Towers are. Purah is eager to continue her research with her newly increased staff. Zelda offers her words of encouragement, though she remains troubled by her own lack of progress.
The Calamity Revealed
As analysis of the little Guardian from the future continues, it is discovered that the date of Calamity Ganon's revival is also that of Zelda's 17th birthday. With little time remaining, the king impresses upon Zelda the need for her to focus on her training and awaken her powers.
When Courage Fails [text]
Records derived from the friendly Guardian indicated that Calamity Ganon would return on Zelda's 17th birthday. Desperate to preempt this grim future, King Rhoam ordered his daughter to train at the Spring of Courage.
A Shroud of Fear
Knowing there is no going back, Zelda attempts to muster her conviction and motivate herself to move forward. The others can do nothing but watch as she frets over the chance that she will fail. Suddenly, a swarm of monsters attack.
To the Very Last
Using her knowledge of ancient technology, Zelda saves everyone from the monster threat, though she tries once more to avoid taking credit. Impa impresses upon the princess the value of all she has done, and Zelda speaks of a renewed drive to fulfill her destiny.
Chapter 5
The Turning Point
The Royal Ancient Lab completes its analysis of the little Guardian, but Robbie and Purah are abruptly attacked by Yiga Clan infiltrators. Purah entrusts the Sheikah Slate to the little Guardian, who flees the lab in search of Zelda.
Calamity Strikes [text]
Accompanied by Link and Impa, Zelda sets out for the Spring of Wisdom on Mount Lanayru to train. She steels herself, knowing that this is her last chance to awaken her powers. At the moment Zelda crosses the bridge, Calamity Ganon suddenly revives and descends on the castle.
Disastrous Interference
On the way to their Divine Beasts, each of the Champions witnesses the sudden revival of Calamity Ganon. Matters are made worse as the Sheikah Towers simultaneously shut down due to Calamity Ganon's influence.
Duty
The Guardians, now under the control of Calamity Ganon, begin to attack Zelda, Link, and the others. Just as one has the princess and her protector in its sights, King Rhoam arrives to save them. The king reminds Link of his duty to the princess then remains behind as the pair flee the castle.
In the Midst of Despair...
Based on information from the little Guardian, Zelda learns that the Divine Beasts will also be taken over by Calamity Ganon. Frustrated by her own powerlessness, Zelda cries out in anguish. As her tears fall, the Guardian suddenly emits a strange light...
Water and Fire (Part 1) [text]
Having witnessed images of the Divine Beasts under the control of Calamity Ganon, the party hurried to the Champions, praying it was not too late.
Rescue Across Time: Water and Fire
Mipha and Daruk both lock themselves in challenging battles against the powerful phantoms created by Calamity Ganon. Just as all seems to be lost, however, mysterious figures arrive from the most unexpected place to save them...
Avatar of the Calamity: Waterblight Ganon
Waterblight Ganon, a phantom created by Calamity Ganon within the Divine Beast Vah Ruta, pushes Mipha and Sidon to their limits. Nearly at the end of their strength, aid finally arrives to rescue them.
Avatar of the Calamity: Fireblight Ganon
Aboard the Divine Beast Vah Rudania, Daruk and Yunobo lock into a fierce battle with Fireblight Ganon, a phantom created by Calamity Ganon. Nearing the end of their strength and quickly losing hope, support finally arrives to rescue them.
Counterattack: Water and Fire
With the arrival of reinforcements, the party is able to subdue both Waterblight and Fireblight Ganon. There is little time to celebrate, however, as Zelda shares news of the fall of Hyrule Castle.
Water and Fire (Part 2) [text]
With the aid of Sidon and Yunobo, who had appeared within the Divine Beasts, Mipha and Daruk emerged from the battle unscathed.
Vah Rudania's Pilots
Having heard the news of Hyrule Castle's fall to Calamity Ganon, Daruk takes Yunobo and boards the Divine Beast. Together, they hope to stop the horde of Guardians rapidly advancing on Eastern Hyrule.
Air and Lightning (Part 1) [text]
The time-traveling Guardian contained records with a depiction of the four Divine Beasts falling under the control of Calamity Ganon.
Rescue Across Time: Wind and Thunder
Revali and Urbosa are both locked in pitched battles against the powerful phantoms Calamity Ganon created. Just as all seems lost, however, mysterious figures from the most unlikely of places arrives to save them.
Avatar of the Calamity: Thunderblight Ganon
Urbosa and Riju find themselves pushed to their limits in their battle against Thunderblight Ganon aboard Vah Naboris. Fortunately, just as all seems lost, rescue finally arrives.
Avatar of the Calamity: Windblight Ganon
Revali and Teba fight bravely against Windblight Ganon aboard Vah Medoh, but it is clear they are in a losing battle. Things seem bad for the winged heroes, but rescue arrives just in the nick of time.
Counterattack: Wind and Thunder
With the support of allies, the party subdues both Thunderblight and Windblight Ganon. There is little time to celebrate, however, as Zelda shares the news of the fall of Hyrule Castle.
Air and Lightning (Part 2) [text]
With the aid of Teba and Riju, who had appeared within the Divine Beasts, Link and his forces were bolstered. Together, they successfully saved Revali and Urbosa.
Vah Medoh's Pilots
Having heard the news from Zelda of Hyrule Castle's fall, Revali takes Teba, and together they board Vah Medoh. The pair plan to use the power of the Divine Beast to halt the monsters and Guardians advancing on Western Hyrule.
Wishes Made Manifest
Sidon describes having been summoned by a voice, and Zelda realizes that the arrival of these new heroes is a result of time-traveling abilities the little Guardian has. Zelda offers her thanks to the little Guardian, though she remains aware of her own shortcomings.
Inevitable Betrayal
Astor's plan to betray the Yiga Clan has been revealed. As he mercilessly sacrifices clan members to revive the Blight Ganons, Sooga and Master Kohga steel themselves to fight against him. Astor sicks a Hollow on the pair without hesitation.
Chapter 6
Despair and Hope
Wave after wave of Guardians and monsters threaten to break through Akkala Citadel's formidable defenses. Many among the defenders worry that defeat is unavoidable. Robbie, however, is certain that rescue will arrive in time.
Relentless as a Waterfall [text]
With the help of those who had traveled from beyond time, the fated party fought with all of their strength to fend off the unending waves of Guardians and monsters. Despite their efforts, Hyrule remained embroiled in a grueling battle...
With Vah Ruta
Mipha and Sidon pilot the Divine Beast Vah Ruta toward Akkala Citadel. Upon arrival, they discover the Hyrulean army in dire need of help. The siblings team up and hurry to join the battle!
Sibling Bonds
Breaking through the enemy's siege of Akkala Citadel, Zelda and the others enter the walls and reinforce the defenders. Aboard Vah Ruta, Mipha and Sidon cover their advance, and in a brief moment, Mipha expresses happiness at the kind of Zora her brother has become.
Each Step Like Thunder (Part 1) [text]
Working together, they successfully recaptured the citadel. Shortly thereafter, they found Robbie, who had barely escaped from the laboratory after the Yiga Clan infiltrated its walls.
Vah Naboris's Pilots
As Zelda and the others travel to support Fort Hateno, Urbosa and Riju attempt to distract the Guardians that are surging forth from Hyrule Castle. The pair leap aboard Vah Naboris and throw themselves into a pitched battle.
Champions United
While the diversion was successful, a massive number of monsters emerge as night falls. Urbosa and Riju prepare themselves for the worst but are saved from that fate as the Champions from the other regions arrive to aid them.
Each Step Like Thunder (Part 2) [text]
Urbosa and Riju took control of Vah Naboris, working to stem the never-ending flow of Guardians.
At Last, an Awakening
Astor, who had orchestrated the attack on Fort Hateno, sets Blight Ganon's phantoms on the party as revenge for their intervention. As Link struggles to hold them off, Zelda refuses to flee again, and her strong desire to save Link finally awakens the power she had long been seeking.
Solidarity
Zelda speaks to the soldiers gathered at Fort Hateno, projecting a renewed confidence that reflects her role as a member of Hyrule's royal family. With spirits bolstered, Zelda takes the time to speak with one soldier in particular. The man turns out to be an unexpected guest...
Chapter 7
The Great Plateau [text]
At long last, Zelda's true power has awakened.
To the Great Plateau
The party receives word that there are soldiers holed up on the Great Plateau. They must be helped, but traveling so far would be difficult and dangerous. Fortunately, Purah has a plan to make the trip much, much easier.
A Wish that Is Granted
A father and daughter reunite within the Temple of Time. Tears of joy flow easily from the princess, and her father looks upon her with a newfound warmth. He admits it was the relic she gave him that saved his life.
Princess of the Eve of the Battle
Thanks to the newly improved Sheikah Towers, many soldiers from all across Hyrule have been able to gather together. Zelda stands at the vanguard and delivers a rousing speech to the assembled army.
All Hyrule, United [text]
In an attempt to assuage the damage of Calamity Ganon, the Zora, Gorons, Rito, Gerudo, and Yiga Clan united with the remnants of King Rhoam's forces. All of them gathered their strength and assembled on Hyrule Field.
Blood Moon Rising
The devastating barrage from the Divine Beasts strikes Calamity Ganon. Its defeat seems imminent until, suddenly, the skies turn red and the Blood Moon rises. Calamity Ganon and his minions recover, their power restored beneath the Blood Moon's light.
Threads of Fate
The party blazes a path through the battle, at last reaching Hyrule Castle. There they encounter Astor, as well as a Guardian eerily similar to the one that has stood by Zelda throughout her adventure. This new Guardian is black and seethes with Malice.
The Future of Hyrule [text]
Through their perseverance, Link and the others overcame the monsters who had been revived by the Blood Moon, thus clearing the way to Hyrule Castle. Before them, their final confrontation awaited.
The All-Consuming Calamity
Astor and the black Guardian are on the brink of defeat, yet victory still eludes the heroes. As Astor attempts to command Calamity Ganon, the seer is instead consumed by Malice, allowing a new, terrifying form to emerge.
Lullaby
The party is stricken with grief as the little Guardian slumps to the ground. Even in its damaged state, the little Guardian tries to comfort Zelda, playing a gentle lullaby that stirs a memory in the princess…
The Princess's Most Devoted Protector
In the face of Calamity Ganon's devastating power, the party is pushed onto the defensive. As Zelda desperately fights to protect everyone, the little Guardian, now recognized as Terrako, musters every last ounce of its strength to deliver one final attack against Calamity Ganon.
The Sealing Bow
The knight uses the sword that seals the darkness to deliver a devastating slash. The princess uses her sealing power to imprison Calamity Ganon... Thus the legend is realized, and the battle against Calamity Ganon is ended. Peace returns once more to the land.
Parting Ways
The heroes who have traveled across time return to their origins through the final remnants of Terrako's power. Zelda and the others bid them farewell and pray that the light stays with them in their world.
Terrako
Using parts salvaged from all across the regions of Hyrule, Terrako is at last ready to be reactivated. As everyone looks on intently, Terrako's eye finally illuminates once more. It spies Zelda, her eyes wet with tears of joy, and it plays a lullaby for her once again.
EX DLC Storylines
The Journey Begins
Responding to Zelda's thoughts, a single Guardian travels from the chaos of battle to a Hyrule before the Calamity's revival. But this small Guardian isn't the only thing that traveled through time to Hyrule's past...
EX To Zelda's Side (Part 1) [text]
There was a plucky Guardian who traveled back in time, from a Hyrule devastated by Calamity Ganon's revival to a Hyrule that existed before that dark time.
Hidden Memories
After being defeated in battle and shut down, the Guardian meets its destiny when it is reactivated due to a chance encounter with Link. Deeply fasscinated, Purah and Robbie peer into the memories extracted from the Guardian.
EX To Zelda's Side (Part 2) [text]
As the two researchers made progress on their analysis of the time-traveling Guardian, they discovered previously unknown recordings deep within.
EX To Zelda's Side (Part 1)
There was a plucky Guardian who traveled back in time, from a Hyrule devastated by Calamity Ganon's revival to a Hyrule that existed before that dark time.
Hidden Memories
After being defeated in battle and shut down, the Guardian meets its destiny when it is reactivated due to a chance encounter with Link. Deeply fasscinated, Purah and Robbie peer into the memories extracted from the Guardian.
EX To Zelda's Side (Part 2)
As the two researchers made progress on their analysis of the time-traveling Guardian, they discovered previously unknown recordings deep within.
EX Battle of Goponga Village [text]
As the war raged on, the threat of encroaching monsters loomed over Zora's Domain. To protect their home, Zora soldiers fought desperately in the Lanayru Wetlands to hold the monsters back.
Twice the Sidon
Mipha joins forces with Sidon, who has traveled back from the future. Together, they managed to rescue endangered allies, but Mipha finds herself in danger when she's targeted by an unexpected monster attack. Rushing to her defense... is young Sidon from her own time.
EX Battle for Kakariko Village [text]
Daruk and Yunobo boarded Divine Beast Vah Rudania together and drove off a great swarm of Guardians from Eastern Hyrule.
The Champion of the Future
Thanks to Daruk and Yunobo's efforts, the threat to Kakariko Village passed. If only for a short while, tranquility returned. As a crowd of villagers cheers on the Goron heroes, Yunobo fondly recalls the person who taught him to be courageous.
Searching Hyrule Forest [text]
As war raged across all of Hyrule following the Calamity's revival, Revali spotted a young Rito who had wandered onto the battlefield, but he lost sight of the child admidst the chaos...
Hero Worship
Revali and Teba enjoy a brief reprieve after rescuing Tulin. Teba is elated to see Tulin so overjoyed at meeting his idol face-to-face... and to see Revali smile about it, even while seeming unaffected by the child's enthusiasm.
EX Liberate the Ancient Lab [text]
In the midst of the Calamity, they Royal Ancient Lab was captured by monsters. and the researchers are forced to flee. Urbosa and Riju bravely led troops to the lab in order to liberate it.
The Thunder Helm
After a fierce battle, Urbosa and Riju are interrupted by Master Kohga's scheme to swipe the Thunder Helm. The hitch is that one such as Kohga shouldn't be able to handle the Helm of the Gerudo chief...
EX The Princess and the King [text]
Zelda, having escaped Hyrule Castle with the help of her father as it fell into Calamity Ganon's hands, rose with Link to rescue the Champions, still imprisoned in their Divine Beasts across Hyrule.
The Aftermath of Survival
After a harrowing battle, King Rhoam has exhausted the last of his strength. He is on the brink of defeat when Urbosa and her Gerudo warriors come to his rescue. Hearing that Zelda is searching for him, King Rhoam is filled with guilt as he thinks of his beloved daughter.
EX The Yiga Clan's Retreat [text]
After a counterattack by the Hyrulean army and those who had traveled from beyond time, the seer turned on the Yiga Clan and sacrificed its members as offerings in order to enhance Calamity Ganon's power even further.
Life Debt
Sooga and Master Kohga flee their pursuers. As Sooga pushes forward with grave injuries, he recalls the day he met Master Kohga. With a debt of gratitude in his heart, Sooga musters the very last of his strength.
Catalyst of the Calamity
A group of disciples offer prayers to Calamity Ganon... As those around him collapse, unable to withstand the power of Malice, one disciple has an ecstatic vision of a future of devastation. He is the one called Astor, and from here, he will go on to oppose the Champions.
EX Guardian of Remembrance [text]
The Guardian housing Ganon's Malice took a certain seer as its pawn in order to bring about the Calamity's revival, and through him joined forces with the Yiga Clan, continuing to increase the scope of its power.
Their Own Battle
A Guardian repels a powerful enemy to protect someone precious to it. After witnessing this memory, Purah and Robbie head to the battlefield together to protect their friends and all of Hyrule.
Fragments of Memory
So many memories of friends who has stuck together through thick and thin... They may serve no practical purpose, yet they are indelibly etched in the little Guardian's memories as precious treasures.