The Dark Cloud

The Dark Cloud is the second area of Realm of the Heavens in Four Swords Adventures. This level is said to be the longest one out of every level in the game. The first part of the stage is in 2-D. After using a beam of light to get to the next area, it returns to traditional 3-D perspective. At the end of the stage the four Links must defeat Shadow Link in a final battle. They continue regenerating each time one is defeated, until Princess Zelda appears and uses her power to seal the Dark Mirror, when all Shadow Links are defeated, Zelda reclaims the mirror and creates a bridge leading to the Palace of Winds for the final battle.

Enemies encountered in this area:
 * Vulture
 * Keese
 * Castle Guards
 * Shadow Link
 * Wizzrobe
 * Hardhat Beetle
 * Stalfos
 * Tektite
 * Chief Soldier

Items obtained in this area:
 * Bow
 * Bomb
 * Blue Bracelet
 * Hammer
 * Lamp
 * Boomerang