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{{redirect|The Master Sword|the [[Recovered Memory]] from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''|[[The Master Sword (Memory)]]}}
{{redirect|The Master Sword|the [[Recovered Memory]] from [[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]|[[The Master Sword (Memory)]]}}
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| game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br/>''[[BS The Legend of Zelda: Ancient Stone Tablets|Ancient Stone Tablets]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords#The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition|Four Swords Anniversary Edition]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''<br/>''[[Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity|Age of Calamity]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom|Tears of the Kingdom]]''
| location = <u>'''''A Link to the Past'''''</u><br/>[[Lost Woods (A Link to the Past)|Lost Woods]]<br/><u>'''''Ocarina of Time'''''</u><br/>[[Temple of Time]]<br/><u>'''''Twilight Princess'''''</u><br/>[[Sacred Grove]]<br/><u>'''''Breath of the Wild'''''</u><br/>[[Korok Forest]]<br/><u>'''''Tears of the Kingdom'''''</u><br/>On the [[Light Dragon]]
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| use = Damaging evil enemies
| related = [[Goddess Sword]]<br/>[[Four Sword]]<br/>[[Phantom Sword]]<br/>[[Lokomo Sword]]<br/>[[Tempered Sword]]<br/>[[Golden Sword]]
| related = [[Goddess Sword]]<br/>[[Four Sword]]<br/>[[Phantom Sword]]<br/>[[Lokomo Sword]]<br/>[[Tempered Sword]]<br/>[[Golden Sword]]
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{{Quote|The Master Sword is a sacred blade which evil ones may never touch.... Only one worthy of the title of "Hero of Time" can pull it from the Pedestal of Time....|[[Rauru (Ocarina of Time)|Rauru]]}}
{{Quote|The Master Sword is a sacred blade which evil ones may never touch.... Only one worthy of the title of "Hero of Time" can pull it from the Pedestal of Time....|[[Rauru (Ocarina of Time)|Rauru]]}}


The '''Master Sword''', also known as the '''Blade of Evil's Bane''' and the '''Sword that Seals the Darkness''', is a recurring [[Sword]] in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. It is one of the most iconic items of the series, along with [[Link]] himself. In many games, it is said to be the only sword capable of defeating [[Ganon]]. This legendary blade is blessed with the power to vanquish beings of evil and is often found in the [[Pedestal of Time]]. It has become one of the most iconic symbols of ''The Legend of Zelda'' series, often appearing in other video games.
The '''Master Sword''', also known as the '''Blade of Evil's Bane''' and the '''Sword that Seals the Darkness''', is a recurring [[sword]] in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. Said to be the only weapon capable of defeating [[Ganon]], the Master Sword is blessed with sacred light and possesses the ability to repel beings of evil, and is considered the main weapon of [[Link]]; several incarnations of the hero have used the Master Sword during their adventures, with each one returning it to the [[Pedestal of Time]] once the land has been saved. The Master Sword has also appeared in various other video games and media, and is one of the most recognizable objects in video gaming.


==History==
==History==
The Master Sword was forged from the [[Goddess Sword]], a blade originally wielded by the Goddess, [[Hylia]]. During the events of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'', [[Link]] is revealed as Hylia's chosen hero and removes the blade from its pedestal on the floating island of [[Skyloft]].
The Master Sword was forged from the [[Goddess Sword]], a blade originally wielded by the Goddess [[Hylia]]. During the events of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'', [[Link]] is revealed as Hylia's chosen hero and removes the blade from its pedestal on the floating island of [[Skyloft]]. The sword is tied with a guardian entity known as [[Fi]], a being created by Hylia to guide the chosen hero. Fi assists [[Link]] forging the Master Sword by travelling with him to three [[Sacred Flames]] across [[Hyrule]] - each Flame, representing the Goddesses [[Din]], [[Nayru (Goddess)|Nayru]], and [[Farore]], enhances both the sword's structure and its powers.


The sword is tied with a guardian entity known as [[Fi]], a being created by Hylia to guide the chosen hero. Fi helps [[Link]] in the forging of the Master Sword. This is done by imbuing the blade with three [[Sacred Flames]] which represent [[Din]], [[Nayru (Goddess)|Nayru]] and [[Farore]] respectively.
Once Link has visited all of the Sacred Flames, he will have forged the Goddess Sword into the [[Master Sword (Skyward Sword)|Master Sword]], which is capable of opening the [[Gate of Time]] inside the [[Sealed Grounds]]. Link travels through the Gate and into [[Hylia's Realm]], where he meets [[Zelda#Skyward Sword|Zelda]] - after she reveals her past as the Goddess Hylia, Zelda blesses the Master Sword, turning it into the True Master Sword. Link uses the blade to vanquish [[Demise]] and seal his "residual consciousness" inside of it - however, Demise curses both Link and Zelda, promising that anyone with the spirit of the hero or the blood of the Goddess would forever be at war with his [[Ganon|reincarnated vengeance]]. Following the events of ''Skyward Sword'', Link leaves the Master Sword in a pedestal in the Sealed Grounds, with [[Fi]] entering the Master Sword to remain dormant inside of it for eternity. From then on, the Master Sword would be used by several future incarnations of Link to protect [[Hyrule]] from Ganon, with each hero returning the Sword to its pedestal once Hyrule was safe.
 
Each sacred flame [[Skyward Sword Upgrades|increases the properties of the sword]] as well as the shape and structure. Farore's Flame forges the Goddess Sword into the [[Goddess Longsword]], a longer and sharper blade that does double damage. Nayru's Flame makes the Goddess Longsword into the [[Goddess White Sword]], making the color of the hilt white and enhancing [[dowsing]] abilities. Din's Flame changes the Goddess White Sword into the Master Sword. The hilt turns purple and green and the blade does three times the damage. However, the wings on the side of the hilt are not extended, and the yellow gem in the middle is not glowing. These are indicators that the sword is not yet in its true form.
 
The Goddess Hylia blesses the blade and turns it into the [[True Master Sword]]. [[Skyward Strike]]s now charge much faster.


==Design==
==Design==
The Master Sword is a double-edged longsword with no fuller and blue hilt, although in the artwork for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the hilt of the sword is golden. The sword's cross-guard is large and elaborate in relation to its pommel, and is similar to the seal of [[Royal Family of Hyrule|Hyrule's Royal Family]]. The [[Triforce]] is engraved on the base of the blade, and embedded in the cross-guard is a gem.
The Master Sword is a double-edged, one-handed longsword with no fuller and a blue hilt, although in the artwork for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the sword has a gold hilt. The cross-guard is large and elaborate in relation to its pommel, and is similar to the seal of [[Royal Family of Hyrule|Hyrule's Royal Family]]. The [[Triforce]] is engraved on the base of the blade, and a yellow gem is embedded in the cross-guard.


In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', the state of the gem in cross-guard seems to be indicative of the sword's power. When Link first acquires the un-awakened Master Sword, the gem in its cross-guard is dark, and the guard itself seems to have retracted toward the grip. Only once the sword has been restored to its full power does its hilt regain its signature appearance, and its blade again shines a mysterious light. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', the Master Sword is much longer and slimmer.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', the state of the gem in cross-guard seems to be indicative of the sword's power. When Link first acquires the un-awakened Master Sword, the gem in its cross-guard is dark, and the guard itself seems to have retracted toward the grip. Only once the sword has been restored to its full power does its hilt regain its signature appearance, and its blade again shines a mysterious light. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', the Master Sword is much longer and slimmer.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom|Tears of the Kingdom]]'', the Master Sword's blade is now made from a light blue crystal, due to the blade having been repaired thanks to its time with the [[Light Dragon]].


==''A Link to the Past''==
==''A Link to the Past''==
[[File:Lttpmaster sword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'']]
[[File:Lttpmaster sword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'']]
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the Master Sword is obtained by collecting the three [[Pendants of Virtue]] from the three temples in the [[Light World]] across [[Hyrule]]. Once Link has them, he finds the Master Sword in the [[Lost Woods (A Link to the Past)|Lost Woods]], discarding any [[Fake Master Sword]]s he finds on the way.
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the Master Sword is located in a pedestal hidden in the [[Lost Woods]] of northwest Hyrule. An ancient text is inscribed into the pedestal, which when translated by the [[Book of Mudora]], reads "''The Hero's triumph on Cataclysm's Eve wins three Symbols of Virtue. The Master Sword he will then retrieve, keeping the knights' line true.''" Once Link has obtained all three [[Pendants of Virtue]], he will be able to draw the Master Sword from the pedestal, dispelling the fog over the Lost Woods in the process.
 
In-game, the Master Sword replaces the [[Fighter's Sword]] as Link's main weapon once obtained - it is required to dispel the magical barrier blocking access to the third floor of [[Hyrule Castle]], and thus is necessary to confront [[Agahnim]]. It deals double damage compared to the Fighter's Sword, has a longer reach, and has the ability to fire [[Sword Beam|Sword Beams]] when Link is at full health. It can also be upgraded into the [[Tempered Sword]], and eventually the [[Golden Sword]]. In [[A Link to the Past (GBA)|the GBA version]], the Master Sword can also break [[Jar|Jars]].


In this game, the Master Sword can be upgraded to the [[Tempered Sword]] and the [[Golden Sword]]. In the [[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA)|GBA version]], the Golden Sword can break pots.
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==''Ocarina of Time''==
==''Ocarina of Time''==
[[File:oot3ds_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]'']]
[[File:oot3ds_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]'']]
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', [[Link]] obtains the Master Sword in the [[Temple of Time]] from the [[Pedestal of Time]]. Link needs to place the three [[Spiritual Stones]] on the temple's altar, which can be found in the three dungeons from the Child Timeline across Hyrule. [[Sheik]] describes the blade as a ship that sails across time; obviously referencing the ability of it to take Link back and forth between childhood and adulthood. After defeating [[Ganon]], Link places the Master Sword back into its pedestal. This creates a split in the [[timeline]].
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', the Master Sword is kept in the [[Temple of Time]], specifically inside the [[Pedestal of Time]]. [[Link#Ocarina of Time|Link]] is sent on a mission by the [[Great Deku Tree]], and later [[Zelda#Ocarina of Time|Zelda]], to obtain the Master Sword and use it to stop [[Ganon#Ocarina of Time|Ganondorf]] from conquering Hyrule. The pedestal itself is locked inside a hidden chamber; to access it, Link must obtain all three [[Spiritual Stones]], place them in their pedestals, and then play the [[Song of Time]] on the [[Ocarina of Time]]. Once Link draws the Master Sword, however, he is sealed away inside the [[Sacred Realm]] for seven years, as he is too young to wield the blade. This allows Ganondorf to enter the Sacred Realm and claim the [[Triforce]] for himself, conquering Hyrule in the seven-year timespan. When Link awakens in the future, now an adult, he wields the Master Sword on his quest to free the [[Seven Sages]]. After defeating Ganon, Zelda returns Link to the present, before he ever pulled the Master Sword, and he uses his knowledge of the future to stop Ganondorf before his plan can begin, creating a split in the [[Timeline]].
 
In-game, the Master Sword is Adult Link's default sword. It deals double damage compared to the [[Kokiri Sword]], and has a longer blade, giving it increased reach - in addition, it is the only weapon that can deal the final blow to [[Ganon#Ocarina of Time]]. After completing the [[Forest Temple]], Link can return to his childhood by placing the Master Sword back in its pedestal, enabling him to travel between the present and future.
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==''Four Swords Anniversary Edition''==
==''Four Swords Anniversary Edition''==
[[File:fsanniversary_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' 25th Anniversary Edition]]
[[File:fsanniversary_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' 25th Anniversary Edition]]
The Master Sword is obtained after completing the [[Realm of Memories]]. It allows Link to shoot [[Sword Beam]]s.
The Master Sword is obtained after completing the [[Realm of Memories]]. It allows [[Link (Four Swords)|Link]] to shoot [[Sword Beam]]s.
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==''The Wind Waker''==
==''The Wind Waker''==
[[File:ww_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its weakened state in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'']]In ''The Wind Waker'', [[Link]] finds the Master Sword underneath the [[Great Sea]] within [[Hyrule Castle]] in the drowned land of Hyrule. After his first face-to-face encounter with [[Ganon]]dorf, he is told that the Master Sword has lost its power. To restore the Master Sword to its former glory, Link must awaken the new [[Sage]]s of earth and wind.
[[File:ww_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its weakened state in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'']]In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', [[Link (The Wind Waker)|Link]] finds the Master Sword underneath the [[Great Sea]] within [[Hyrule Castle]] in the drowned land of Hyrule. After his first face-to-face encounter with [[Ganon]]dorf, he is told that the Master Sword has lost its power. To restore the Master Sword to its former glory, Link must awaken the new [[Sage]]s of earth and wind.
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[[File:ww_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword powered with the prayers of the Sage of Earth]]
[[File:ww_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword powered with the prayers of the Sage of Earth]]
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==''Twilight Princess''==
==''Twilight Princess''==
[[File:tp_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|[[Link]] removing the Master Sword from its pedestal in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'']]
[[File:tp_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|[[Link (Twilight Princess)|Link]] removing the Master Sword from its pedestal in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'']]
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', [[Link]] obtains the Master Sword after getting cursed by [[Zant]], causing Link to remain permanently as a [[Wolf Link|wolf]]. The Master Sword is the only thing that can break the curse and it lies in a place called the [[Sacred Grove]].
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', [[Link (Twilight Princess)|Link]] obtains the Master Sword after getting cursed by [[Zant]], causing Link to remain permanently as a [[Wolf Link|wolf]]. The Master Sword is the only thing that can break the curse and it lies in a place called the [[Sacred Grove]].


Later in the game, upon entering the [[Palace of Twilight]], [[Link]] infuses the Master Sword with light. This light comes from the light sources of the [[Twilight Realm]] known as [[Sol]]s. Once infused with light, the Master Sword can cut through veils of [[twilight]] which normally would transform Link into a wolf upon exposure. The light vanishes from the sword upon leaving the [[Twilight Realm]], but returns to the sword upon re-entry.
Later in the game, upon entering the [[Palace of Twilight]], Link infuses the Master Sword with light. This light comes from the light sources of the [[Twilight Realm]] known as [[Sol]]s. Once infused with light, the Master Sword can cut through veils of [[twilight]] which normally would transform Link into a wolf upon exposure. The light vanishes from the sword upon leaving the [[Twilight Realm]], but returns to the sword upon re-entry.
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==''Skyward Sword''==
==''Skyward Sword''==
[[File:ss_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Upon exposure to Din's flame, the Goddess White Sword becomes the Master Sword in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'']] ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' explains the creation of the Master Sword. It was originally known as the [[Goddess Sword]] wielded by the Goddess, [[Hylia]]. The blade was exposed to three [[Sacred Flames]]—[[Farore's Flame]], [[Nayru's Flame]] and [[Din's Flame]]—and then blessed by the Goddess in the form of Zelda, turning it into the True Master Sword. In comparison to the Goddess Longsword, it deals twice the damage. Each slash can deal 16 points of damage. The Spin Slash deals 24 points of damage and the Skyward Strike deals 8 points of damage.
[[File:ss_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Upon exposure to Din's flame, the Goddess White Sword becomes the Master Sword in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'']] ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' explains the creation of the Master Sword. It was originally known as the [[Goddess Sword]] wielded by the Goddess, [[Hylia]]. The blade was exposed to three [[Sacred Flames]]—[[Farore's Flame]], [[Nayru's Flame]] and [[Din's Flame]]—and then blessed by the Goddess in the form of [[Zelda (Skyward Sword)|Zelda]], turning it into the True Master Sword. In comparison to the Goddess Longsword, it deals twice the damage. Each slash can deal 16 points of damage. The Spin Slash deals 24 points of damage and the Skyward Strike deals 8 points of damage.


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[[File:ss_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its true state after being blessed by [[Hylia]].]]
[[File:ss_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its true state after being blessed by [[Hylia]]]]
In this game, the Master Sword also has the ability to [[Skyward Strike|shoot beams of light]] and can [[Dowsing|search for people or items]]. This is likely due to the presence of Fi, the spirit inside the sword. After completing the game, the player can replay it in Hero Mode, which makes the Goddess Sword and subsequently the Master Sword's Skyward Strikes much quicker from the very beginning.
In this game, the Master Sword also has the ability to [[Skyward Strike|shoot beams of light]] and can [[Dowsing|search for people or items]]. This is likely due to the presence of Fi, the spirit inside the sword. After completing the game, the player can replay it in Hero Mode, which makes the Goddess Sword and subsequently the Master Sword's Skyward Strikes much quicker from the very beginning.
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==''A Link Between Worlds''==
==''A Link Between Worlds''==
[[File:A_Link_Between_Worlds_-_Master_Sword.png|thumb|left|200px|Link obtaining the Master Sword from the Lost Woods in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]'']]
[[File:A_Link_Between_Worlds_-_Master_Sword.png|thumb|left|200px|[[Link (A Link Between Worlds)|Link]] obtaining the Master Sword from the Lost Woods in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]'']]
The Master Sword makes an appearance in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]'', and is found in the same location as ''A Link to the Past''. It can be found in the Lost Woods and cannot be obtained until after Link has collected the [[Pendants of Virtue]] and finds his way through the woods. It is needed to break the barrier around Hyrule Castle.
The Master Sword makes an appearance in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]'', and is found in the same location as ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''. It can be found in the Lost Woods and cannot be obtained until after [[Link (A Link Between Worlds)|Link]] has collected the [[Pendants of Virtue]] and finds his way through the woods. It is needed to break the barrier around Hyrule Castle.


The Master Sword replaces the [[Captain's Sword]] and features enhanced strength over his previous sword, and like its predecessor, a sword beam can be shot out of the Master Sword whenever Link has full health. It can be upgraded to deal more damage if Link acquires two [[Master Ore]]s and gives them to the [[Blacksmith (Hyrule)|Blacksmith]] in [[Hyrule]], and he can further upgrade the Master Sword if he takes two more [[Master Ore]]s to the [[Blacksmith (Lorule)|Blacksmith]] in [[Lorule]]. When upgraded, the Master Sword Lv2 has a red blade while the Master Sword Lv3 has a golden blade, much like the [[Tempered Sword]] and the [[Golden Sword]] respectively in ''A Link to the Past''.
The Master Sword replaces the [[Captain's Sword]] and features enhanced strength over his previous sword, and like its predecessor, a sword beam can be shot out of the Master Sword whenever Link has full health. It can be upgraded to deal more damage if Link acquires two [[Master Ore]]s and gives them to the [[Blacksmith (Hyrule)|Blacksmith]] in [[Hyrule]], and he can further upgrade the Master Sword if he takes two more [[Master Ore]]s to the [[Blacksmith (Lorule)|Blacksmith]] in [[Lorule]]. When upgraded, the Master Sword Lv2 has a red blade while the Master Sword Lv3 has a golden blade, much like the [[Tempered Sword]] and the [[Golden Sword]] respectively in ''A Link to the Past''.
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===Background and Obtaining the Sword===
===Background and Obtaining the Sword===


The Great Deku Tree reveals to Link that if a person deemed to be weak attempts to draw the Master Sword from its pedestal, they will slowly lose their life. This means that Link must be powerful enough to draw the blade from its slumber and, unlike any previous incarnation, he requires at least thirteen hearts to successfully retrieve the sword (These hearts must be permanent [[Heart Container|heart containers]]: using consumables that [[Temporary Heart|temporarily increase Link's maximum hearts]] will not allow him to obtain the Master Sword). Note that the [[Horned Statue]] can be used to convert stamina to hearts to get thirteen hearts, even if they are converted back later.
The Great Deku Tree reveals to [[Link (Breath of the Wild)|Link]] that if a person deemed to be weak attempts to draw the Master Sword from its pedestal, they will slowly lose their life. This means that Link must be powerful enough to draw the blade from its slumber and, unlike any previous incarnation, he requires at least thirteen hearts to successfully retrieve the sword (These hearts must be permanent [[Heart Container|heart containers]]: using consumables that [[Temporary Heart|temporarily increase Link's maximum hearts]] will not allow him to obtain the Master Sword). Note that the [[Horned Statue]] can be used to convert stamina to hearts to get thirteen hearts, even if they are converted back later.


The Great Deku Tree will prevent Link from dying if he fails to lift it the first time, but Link will die upon further attempts with not enough hearts. Upon taking the sword, Link will obtain [[The Master Sword (Memory)|a memory of the sword being placed in the pedestal]]; however, this memory is not actually Link's, rather, it is [[Zelda (Breath of the Wild)|Princess Zelda]]'s. Zelda placed the sword in its resting place after [[Zelda's Awakening|Link's near-death]], where the hero would come to retrieve it once more after his slumber in the [[Shrine of Resurrection]].
The Great Deku Tree will prevent Link from dying if he fails to lift it the first time, but Link will die upon further attempts with not enough hearts. Upon taking the sword, Link will obtain [[The Master Sword (Memory)|a memory of the sword being placed in the pedestal]]; however, this memory is not actually Link's, rather, it is [[Zelda (Breath of the Wild)|Princess Zelda]]'s. Zelda placed the sword in its resting place after [[Zelda's Awakening|Link's near-death]], where the hero would come to retrieve it once more after his slumber in the [[Shrine of Resurrection]].
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[[File:Master Sword - HWAoC icon.png|150px|right]]
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The Master Sword is obtained by [[Link]] in the [[Freeing Korok Forest]] [[Age of Calamity Scenarios#Chapter 3|Chapter 3 scenario]]. It is part of his One-Handed Weapon moveset, and is paired with the [[Hylian Shield]] when used.
The Master Sword is obtained by [[Link (Breath of the Wild)#Age of Calamity|Link]] in the [[Freeing Korok Forest]] [[Age of Calamity Scenarios#Chapter 3|Chapter 3 scenario]]. It is part of his One-Handed Weapon moveset, and is paired with the [[Hylian Shield]] when used.
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==''Tears of the Kingdom''==
==''Tears of the Kingdom''==
===Story===
===Story===
The Master Sword initially starts in [[Link]]'s inventory but is grievously damaged by Ganondorf's [[Gloom]] attack during the opening.  
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The Master Sword initially starts in [[Link (Breath of the Wild)#Tears of the Kingdom|Link]]'s inventory but is grievously damaged by Ganondorf's [[Gloom]] attack during the opening.  


Upon Link's awakening in the [[Great Sky Island]], he will instead be in possession of a Decayed Master Sword, an unbreakable weapon with a measly 1 attack power, ensuring he cannot be without a source of damage output in the game's tutorial segment. By the time Link clears the Great Sky Island, the Decayed Master Sword will disappear in a flash of light, before the [[Light Dragon]] appears and parts the [[Cloud Barrier]], granting access to [[Hyrule]] proper.
Upon Link's awakening in the [[Great Sky Island]], he will instead be in possession of a Decayed Master Sword, a weapon with a measly 1 attack power, ensuring he cannot be without a source of damage output in the game's tutorial segment. Like its variant in ''Breath of the Wild'', it will go into an auto-repair state once broken instead of permanently disappearing. However, due to the sword being decayed, it will be remain recharging indefinitely. After Link clears the Great Sky Island, the Decayed Master Sword will disappear in a flash of light, before the [[Light Dragon]] appears and parts the [[Cloud Barrier]], granting access to the rest of [[Hyrule]].


Through memories, the Sword is shown to have travelled through time and arrived with [[Zelda (Breath of the Wild)#Tears of the Kingdom|Zelda]] in the past. Over the course of Zelda's time there, and especially after [[Ganon#Tears of the Kingdom|Ganondorf]] comes to power, Zelda realizes that she was sent there to restore the Master Sword to its full potential. As [[Mineru]] tells her, this would likely take eons to accomplish, and a source of power could not normally be provided for such a long time. Zelda resorts to the only possible method - consuming her [[Secret Stone]] and irreversibly turning into a Dragon. At the end of the memories and the past events, Zelda stands behind the [[Temple of Time (Tears of the Kingdom)|Temple of Time]], and consumes the Stone. She manages to grab the Master Sword and hold it in front of her before she transforms into the Light Dragon.  
Through memories, the Sword is shown to have travelled through time and appeared to [[Zelda (Breath of the Wild)#Tears of the Kingdom|Zelda]] in the past. Over the course of Zelda's time there, and especially after [[Ganon#Tears of the Kingdom|Ganondorf]] comes to power, Zelda realizes that she was sent there to restore the Master Sword to its full potential. As [[Mineru]] tells her, this would likely take eons to accomplish, and a source of power could not normally be provided for such a long time. Zelda resorts to the only possible method - consuming her [[Secret Stone]] and irreversibly turning into a Dragon. At the end of the memories and the past events, Zelda stands behind the [[Temple of Time (Tears of the Kingdom)|Temple of Time]], and consumes the Stone. She grabs the decayed Master Sword and holds it in front of her before she transforms into the Light Dragon.  


In the present, a restored Master Sword can be found stuck in the brow of the Light Dragon, who soars all around Hyrule. The Sword requires 5 [[Stamina Vessel]]s to pull out (temporary stamina will not work; Link gets a free, full stamina refill upon attempting to pull the Master Sword). If Link does not retrieve the Master Sword before confronting Ganondorf, then he will pull it out for free at the start of the [[Demon Dragon]] fight.
In the present, the restored Master Sword can be found stuck in the brow of the Light Dragon, who soars all around Hyrule. The Master Sword requires 5 [[Stamina Vessel]]s (the equivalent of two full stamina wheels total) to pull out (temporary stamina from meals or other means will not work). If Link does not retrieve the Master Sword before confronting Ganondorf, he will receive the sword from the Light Dragon at the start of the [[Demon Dragon]] fight, regardless of maximum stamina.


It is required to deliver the final blow to the [[Demon Dragon]], though other weapons can be used to deal damage up until the final scripted blow.
The sword is required to deliver the final blow to the [[Demon Dragon]], though other weapons can be used to deal damage up until the final scripted blow.


After Ganondorf has been defeated and the Light Dragon transforms back into Zelda, she is relieved to see that Link found the Master Sword, and that her attempt to restore it worked.  
After Ganondorf has been defeated and the Light Dragon transforms back into Zelda, she is relieved to see that Link found the Master Sword, and that her attempt to restore it worked.  


===Powers and Statistics===
===Powers and Statistics===
The Master Sword can be [[Fuse]]d like any other weapon, though it cannot be used as a fuse material for something else, due to being impossible to drop from the inventory. Materials fused onto the Master Sword will be irrecoverably lost, as they will be destroyed when the Master Sword runs out of energy and unlike other weapons, [[Pelison]] cannot remove materials fused onto the Master Sword.
The Master Sword can be [[Fuse|Fused]] like any other weapon, though it cannot be used as a fuse material for something else, due to being impossible to drop from the inventory. Materials fused onto the Master Sword will be irrecoverably lost, as they will be destroyed when the Master Sword runs out of energy and unlike other weapons, [[Pelison]] cannot remove materials fused onto the Master Sword.


The Master Sword retains its stats from Breath of the Wild, with base 30 damage and 40 durability. However, in the presence of Gloom, its damage output will double, including the attack bonus of anything fused onto it. It will get a full durability restore upon entering the Ganondorf fight.
The Master Sword retains its stats from Breath of the Wild, with base 30 damage and 40 durability. However, in the presence of Gloom, its damage output will double, including the attack bonus of anything fused onto it. It will get a full durability restore upon entering the Ganondorf fight.
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==Non-Canon Appearances==
==Non-Canon Appearances==
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===''Soul Calibur II''===
===''SoulCalibur II''===
In the fighting game ''[[Soul Calibur II]]'', the Master Sword is Link's default weapon. Link starts with this weapon, along with the [[Hylian Shield]], and it is the most well balanced of all his weapons. The Master Sword is also used when combined with the [[Mirror Shield]].
In the fighting game ''[[SoulCalibur II]]'', the Master Sword is [[Link#SoulCalibur II|Link]]'s default weapon. Link starts with this weapon, along with the [[Hylian Shield]], and it is the most well balanced of all his weapons. The Master Sword is also used when combined with the [[Mirror Shield]].


===''Animal Crossing: New Leaf''===
===''Animal Crossing: New Leaf''===
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===''Hyrule Warriors''===
===''Hyrule Warriors''===
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[[File:Hyrule Warriors Artwork Link Master Sword 2.png|200px|thumb|right|Link with the Master Sword in ''Hyrule Warriors''.]]
The Master Sword is found in the [[Temple of the Sacred Sword]]. It has a Light element, and 300 base power.
{{Quote|The legendary blade of evil's bane. Only the chosen hero can wield this sword. When attacking with full health, your strikes gain a little extra oomph!|In-game description}}
 
In ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]'', the Master Sword is located in a pedestal, deep in the [[Temple of the Sacred Sword]]. The sword keeps a fragment of [[Ganondorf (Hyrule Warriors)|Ganondorf's]] spirit sealed inside the pedestal; if removed, the seal will weaken and eventually break. In [[Legend Mode]], after all three [[Gate of Souls|Gates of Souls]] have been closed, [[Zelda (Hyrule Warriors)|Zelda]] and [[Lana]] decide that they must obtain the Master Sword to defeat [[Cia]], believing that Link is worthy of wielding the sacred weapon - Lana assures the heroes that the seal will only weaken, allowing them a brief period of time to defeat Cia before Ganondorf's spirit fragment escapes. Despite intervention from [[Wizzro (Hyrule Warriors)|Wizzro]] and his forces, Link is able to retrieve the Master Sword from the pedestal.


{{Quote|The legendary blade of evil's bane. Only the chosen hero can wield this sword. When attacking with full health, your strikes gain a little extra oomph!|In-Game Description}}
As the [[Hyrulean Army]] confronts Cia's forces at the [[Temple of Souls]], Link begins to grow cocky and reckless due to both the Master Sword's power and [[Proxi]] encouraging him, charging into enemy lines with no regard for his or others' safety. Cia is able to exploit this, cursing Link and summoning an endless army of [[Dark Link|Dark Links]] that deliver a brutal attack on the Hyrulean forces. Link is overwhelmed and nearly killed by the Dark Links, but is saved by Lana and his allies - inspired by their teamwork, he overcomes his hubris, banishing the curse and awakening the Master Sword's true power. While Cia would ultimately be defeated, Link would fail to return the Master Sword to its pedestal in time, and the seal is broken, restoring Ganondorf's power. After Ganon's eventual defeat, Link and Zelda return the Master Sword to its pedestal in the Temple, restoring the seal.
 
The Master Sword is a [[Hyrule Warriors Weapons|weapon]] class used by [[Link (Hyrule Warriors)|Link]] - unlike the other weapons, the sword is one-of-a-kind, and the player cannot obtain additional copies or sell it. It uses the same moveset as the [[Hylian Sword]], and is wielded alongside the [[Hylian Shield]]; however, it is significantly stronger than most obtainable Hylian Swords, and the [[Spin Attack]] becomes faster and wider than the Hylian Sword. After completing "[[A War of Spirit]]", the Master Sword gains the ability to fire Sword Beams after certain special moves, provided Link is at full health.
 
The Master Sword comes with two [[Weapon Skills]] that cannot be removed or swapped: Evil's Bane and Exorcism - however, both of these Skills are locked by Legendary Seals. To unlock Evil's Bane, the player must obtain every Level 1, 2, and 3 weapon in the game, then accumulate 25,000 KOs with the Master Sword (10,000 in ''[[Hyrule Warriors Legends|Legends]]'' and ''[[Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition|Definitive Edition]]''; this Skill increases the Master Sword's attack power by +200. Exorcism, which only appears in ''Legends'' and ''Definitive Edition'', is unlocked by obtaining every weapon, including Level 4+ weapons, in the game, and then getting 15,000 KOs with the Master Sword; this Skill increases the Master Sword's attack power by +400, and will remove all Legendary Seals on other weapons.
 
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!Location
|-
|[[File:HW Master Sword.png|140px]]<br/>Master Sword
|★
|{{Light}} Light
|300<br/>(+200 with Evil's Bane)<br/>(+400 with Exorcism)
|Complete [[The Sacred Sword]].
|}


===''Super Mario Maker 2''===
===''Super Mario Maker 2''===
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In ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]'', the Master Sword serves as a power-up in the ''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' theme which transforms Mario (or the other playable characters) into Link, with a full set of typical Link moves. This includes using the Master Sword to stab, [[Down Thrust|down thrust]] and [[Dash Attack|dash attack]]. The power-up is lost if Link takes damage.
In ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]'', the Master Sword serves as a power-up in the ''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' theme which transforms Mario (or the other playable characters) into Link, with a full set of typical Link moves. This includes using the Master Sword to stab, [[Down Thrust|down thrust]] and [[Dash Attack|dash attack]]. The power-up is lost if Link takes damage.


===''Skyrim''===
===''The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim''===
In the Switch release of ''Skyrim'', the player can use [[Amiibo]] for items. The Zelda series Amiibo have a chance of giving the player gear from ''Breath of the Wild''. Among these is the Master Sword, which is essentially just an Elven Sword. Oddly enough, however, the Master Sword never gets blood on it.
In the Switch release of ''Skyrim'', the player can use [[Amiibo]] for items. The Zelda series Amiibo have a chance of giving the player gear from ''Breath of the Wild''. Among these is the Master Sword, which is essentially just an Elven Sword. Oddly enough, however, the Master Sword never gets blood on it.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
;Canon appearances
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File:Wp1-1920x1200.jpg|Artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Wp1-1920x1200.jpg|Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''
File:Lttp_mastersword.jpg|Artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Lttp_mastersword.jpg|Artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Lttp_mastersword_sprite.jpg|Pulling out the Master Sword in ''A Link to the Past''
File:Lttp_mastersword_sprite.jpg|Pulling out the Master Sword in ''A Link to the Past''
File:Lttp_zd_108.png|The Master Sword in A Link to the Past''
File:Lttp_zd_108.png|The Master Sword in ''A Link to the Past''
File:Lttp_end_sword.png|The Master Sword in the End Credits of A Link to the Past''
File:Lttp_end_sword.png|The Master Sword in the End Credits of ''A Link to the Past''
File:MasterSwordlttp.png|Artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:MasterSwordlttp.png|Artwork from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Item_mastersword.gif‎|Sprite from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Item_mastersword.gif‎|Sprite from ''A Link to the Past''
File:MasterSword.png|Master Sword icon from ''A Link to the Past''
File:MasterSword.png|Master Sword icon from ''A Link to the Past''
File:Master-Sword-Art.png|Master Sword Art from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Master-Sword-Art.png|Master Sword art from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''
File:Master-Sword-Art-2.png|Master Sword Art from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Master-Sword-Art-2.png|Master Sword art from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Master-Sword-3D.png|Master Sword Icon from ''Ocarina of Time 3D''
File:Master-Sword-3D.png|Master Sword icon from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]''
File:Master Sword OoT.png|Master Sword within the Pedestal of Time from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:Master Sword OoT.png|Master Sword within the [[Pedestal of Time]] from ''Ocarina of Time''
File:TWW-Master-Sword.png|Artwork from ''The Wind Waker''
File:Master_Sword_OOX.png|Master Sword sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''
File:Master Sword Sacred Grove.jpg|Master Sword within the Sacred Grove in ''Twilight Princess''
File:TWW-Master-Sword.png|Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''
File:Master Sword - TPHD icon.png|Master Sword icon from ''Twilight Princess HD''
File:Master Sword Sacred Grove.jpg|Master Sword within the [[Sacred Grove]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''
File:ALBW-MasterSword.jpg|Artwork of the Master Sword from ''A Link Between Worlds''
File:Master Sword - TPHD icon.png|Master Sword icon from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD|Twilight Princess HD]]''
File:BOTW Master Sword happybirthday Zelda - BotW art.jpg|Artwork of the Master Sword in [[Korok Forest]] from ''Breath of the Wild''
File:ALBW-MasterSword.jpg|Artwork of the Master Sword from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]''
File:BOTW Master Sword happybirthday Zelda - BotW art.jpg|Artwork of the Master Sword in [[Korok Forest]] from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''
File:Link with Master Sword - HWAoC prerelease screenshot.jpg|Link with the Master Sword from ''[[Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity|Age of Calamity]]''
Master Sword - TotK art.png|Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom|Tears of the Kingdom]]''
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;Non-canon appearances
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File:Master Sword - SSB Melee Trophy 174 with text.png|Master Sword trophy from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', with text
File:Master Sword - SSB Melee Trophy 174 with text.png|Master Sword trophy from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', with text
File:SC2-MasterSword.png|Master Sword model from ''[[Soulcalibur II]]''
File:SC2-MasterSword.png|Master Sword model from ''[[SoulCalibur II]]''
File:SC2-Master Sword & Hylian Shield 1.png|Master Sword & [[Hylian Shield]] SoulCalibur II gallery entry (page 1)
File:SC2-Master Sword & Hylian Shield 1.png|Master Sword & [[Hylian Shield]] ''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry (page 1)
File:SC2-Master Sword & Hylian Shield 2.png|Master Sword & Hylian Shield SoulCalibur II gallery entry (page 2)
File:SC2-Master Sword & Hylian Shield 2.png|Master Sword & Hylian Shield ''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry (page 2)
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 1.png|[[Mirror Shield]] SoulCalibur II gallery entry, with Master Sword (page 1)
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 1.png|[[Mirror Shield]] ''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry, with Master Sword (page 1)
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 2.png|Mirror Shield SoulCalibur II gallery entry, with Master Sword (page 2)
File:SC2-Mirror Shield 2.png|Mirror Shield ''SoulCalibur II'' gallery entry, with Master Sword (page 2)
File:HW Master Sword.png|[[Master Sword (Hyrule Warriors)|Master Sword]] icon from ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]''
File:HW Master Sword.png|[[Master Sword (Hyrule Warriors)|Master Sword]] icon from ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]''
File:Master Sword - SMM2.png|Master Sword power-up sprite from ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]''.
File:Master Sword - SMM2.png|Master Sword power-up sprite from ''[[Super Mario Maker 2]]''.
File:Link with Master Sword - HWAoC prerelease screenshot.jpg|Link with the Master Sword from ''[[Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity]]''
</gallery>
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