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{{Specify|this=the | {{Specify|this=the world parallel to Hyrule|other=the level in ''Four Swords Adventures''|link=[[The Dark World]]|second=the realm in ''Spirit Tracks''|secondlink=[[Dark Realm]]}} | ||
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| image = [[File:Lttp_map_worlddark_locatio.jpg|235px]] | | image = [[File:Lttp_map_worlddark_locatio.jpg|235px]] | ||
| caption | | caption = A map of the Dark World in ''A Link to the Past'' | ||
| game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' | | game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' | ||
| inhab = | | inhab = | ||
| pointsint = [[Skeleton Forest]]<br/>[[Death Mountain]]<br/>[[Village of Outcasts]]<br/>[[Pyramid of Power]]<br/>[[Plains of Ruin]]<br/>[[Swamp of Evil]]<br/>[[Ice Lake]] | | pointsint = '''''A Link to the Past'''''<br/>[[Skeleton Forest]]<br/>[[Death Mountain]]<br/>[[Village of Outcasts]]<br/>[[Pyramid of Power]]<br/>[[Plains of Ruin]]<br/>[[Swamp of Evil]]<br/>[[Ice Lake]] | ||
| item = | | item = | ||
| related = [[Sacred Realm]]<br/>[[Lorule]]<br/>[[Dark Realm]] | |||
| related = [[Sacred Realm]]<br/>[[Lorule]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
The ''Dark World'' is an parallel world in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''. It usually has similar features and landmarks to the area of [[Hyrule]] to which it corresponds. | |||
Once the [[Sacred Realm]], the | |||
==''A Link to the Past''== | |||
Once the [[Sacred Realm]], the Dark World is an evil, paralleled version of the kingdom of Hyrule. After [[Ganon]] was sealed there and granted his wish upon the [[Triforce]], the world reflected his evil heart and became corrupted.{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia]]''|It has been said that the Triforce grants the wish of whoever touches it, while also acting as a mirror to their heart. By invading the Sacred Realm and touching the Triforce, Ganondorf transforms the realm into the Dark World.|pg. 29}}{{Ref|ALttP|13|Essence of the Triforce}} In the Dark World, Ganon reigns over all and his minions run rampant. Ganon seeks to conquer both the Light World and the Dark World and create chaos by connecting the two.{{Ref|AlttP|9|Ganon}}{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia]]''|Due to the actions of the dark wizard Agahnim, Ganon is able to make his move: sending the Light World into chaos by opening portals to the Dark World throughout Hyrule.|pg. 29}} In order to weaken the seal between the two worlds and gain access to the Light World, [[Agahnim]] captures and sends the [[Seven Maidens]] to the Dark World.{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia]]''|Putting the soldiers of the kingdom under his spell, he kidnapped the maidens in whose veins flower the blood of the Seven Sages. One by one, he sacrificed the girls, sending them to the Dark World, and was about to offer up Princess Zelda as well.|pg. 94}} Due to their sacrifices, [[Warp Tile]]s that lead to the Dark World appear across Hyrule. | |||
People within the Dark World are transformed into a reflection of their hearts.{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia]]''|Those who set foot in the Dark World cannot maintain their form, and are transformed into the form that best represents who they are in their hearts.|pg. 29}} The only way to prevent this from occurring is by using a [[Moon Pearl]].{{Ref|ALttP|213|[[Sahasrahla]]}} | |||
In ''A Link to the Past'', the Dark World contains eight full dungeons and many side quests and collectibles. Many monuments and landmarks present in the Light World were drastically transformed with the creation of the Dark World. Deserts became swamps, green fields became dead wastelands, [[Kakariko Village (A Link to the Past)|Kakariko Village]] became a [[Village of Outcasts|haven for thieves]], as well as many others. | |||
Link is able to travel from the Dark World to the Light World using the [[Magic Mirror]]. Upon using the mirror, Link creates a small portal in the Light World precisely where he was standing previously, which can be used to travel back into the Dark World. This technique was used to manufacture several puzzles that span across both worlds in order to successfully complete them. Some places in the Light World cannot be accessed unless traveling from the Dark World with the Magic Mirror. | Link is able to travel from the Dark World to the Light World using the [[Magic Mirror]]. Upon using the mirror, Link creates a small portal in the Light World precisely where he was standing previously, which can be used to travel back into the Dark World. This technique was used to manufacture several puzzles that span across both worlds in order to successfully complete them. Some places in the Light World cannot be accessed unless traveling from the Dark World with the Magic Mirror. | ||
==Lore== | ===Lore=== | ||
{{Quote|In a realm beyond sight,<br/> | {{Quote|In a realm beyond sight,<br/> | ||
The sky shines gold, not blue.<br/> | The sky shines gold, not blue.<br/> | ||
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''[...] "[I]n time evil power began to flow from the Golden Land and greedy men were drawn there to become members of Ganon's army. Black clouds permanently darkened the sky, and many disasters beset Hyrule. The lord of Hyrule sent for the Seven Wise Men and the Knights of Hyrule, and ordered them to seal the entrance to the Golden Land. | ''[...] "[I]n time evil power began to flow from the Golden Land and greedy men were drawn there to become members of Ganon's army. Black clouds permanently darkened the sky, and many disasters beset Hyrule. The lord of Hyrule sent for the Seven Wise Men and the Knights of Hyrule, and ordered them to seal the entrance to the Golden Land. | ||
|US Booklet}} | |US Booklet}} | ||
==''Four Swords Adventures''== | |||
The Dark World is another dimension that is first introduced in the [[Village of the Blue Maiden]] stage. It is most commonly entered via [[Moon Gate]]s, which are often activated with a Moon Pearl.{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Encyclopedia]]''|A dark mirror casting its reflection on Hyrule, the Dark World can be entered through Moon Gates by way of the Moon Pearl.|pg. 29}}{{Ref|FSA|274|In-game description}} However, [[Floormaster]]s can also forcibly bring the [[Link (Four Swords Adventures)|Links]] there. Only certain people are able to sense the entrances to the Dark World.{{Ref|FSA|1102|Villager}} Link is granted the ability to sense it thanks to the [[Four Sword]].{{Ref|FSA|338|[[Kaepora Gaebora]]}} | |||
When the [[Knights of Hyrule]] were attacked by Ganon, their [[Royal Jewels]] became portals to the Dark World.{{Ref|''[[The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia]]''|In order to gain even more dark powers, [Ganon] used Vaati to turn the Royal Jewels into the gateway to the Dark World.|pg. 120}}{{Ref|FSA|1210|Blue Knight of Hyrule}} They also became trapped in the Dark World as [[Big Dark Stalfos]].{{Ref|FSA|1212|Red Knight of Hyrule}} Children in the Village of the Blue Maiden have also been going missing and appear to have ended up within the Dark World.{{Ref|FSA|1436|Tingle Times sign}}{{Ref|FSA|1439|Child}} | |||
The terrain within the Dark World is often similar but not identical to the regular world. People within the Dark World appear as shadows in the regular world, including the Links. Few things can interact between the two worlds. However, Links within the Dark World can pick up Links in the regular world to carry them. | |||
The fifth level in the game is also known as [[The Dark World]]. | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Dark-World-Map.png|Map of the Dark World | File:Dark-World-Map.png|Map of the Dark World in ''A Link to the Past'' | ||
File:Dark-World-Atlas.png|Artwork of the Dark World from the [[Shogakukan Game Book]] | File:Dark-World-Atlas.png|Artwork of the Dark World from the [[Shogakukan Game Book]] | ||
File:FSA Dark World.jpg|The Links within the Dark World in ''Four Swords Adventures'' | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
{{References}} | |||
{{Listbox|A Link to the Past Locations}} | {{Listbox|A Link to the Past Locations}} | ||
{{Cat|A Link to the Past Locations}} | {{Cat|A Link to the Past Locations}} | ||
{{Cat|Four Swords Adventures Locations}} | |||