Embark on Link's epic journey across the Great Sea in The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. This guide covers Link's quest, the sinking of Hyrule, and the legend of the Hero of Time.
Walkthrough
- 1The Legend of Hyrule: Hundreds of years after Ocarina of Time, the hero Link lives on Outset Island with his grandmother and sister Aryll. The people of the Great Sea pass down a legend of a prosperous kingdom and a hidden golden power.
- 2Ganondorf's Return: An evil man, Ganondorf, found and stole this power, spreading darkness until a young boy in green, the Hero of Time, sealed him away. This boy became a legend, and boys on Outset Island wear green to honor him.
- 3The Sinking of Hyrule: Ganondorf reappeared from the Sacred Realm, intending to reclaim Hyrule. However, the gods, seeing Hyrule's fate, flooded the land, creating the Great Sea and its scattered islands.
- 4Link's Quest Begins: The story of The Wind Waker begins centuries after this flood, with Link living on Outset Island, unaware of his destiny.
Tips
- The game's setting is a vast ocean with numerous islands, requiring extensive use of a boat for travel.
- The narrative is a spiritual successor to Ocarina of Time, set in a distant future where Hyrule is submerged.
- The game features a distinctive cel-shaded art style.
This section focuses on the narrative and setup for Link's adventure in The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker.
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