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==Background==
==Background==
The Twili are descendants of a tribe of sorcerers of unknown ethnicity,<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The origin of the Twili dates back to an ancient battle among Hylians over the Triforce of the Sacred Realm.|book=E|page=30}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=Even among the Hylians, there are a variety of peoples of different cultures and ethnicities.|book=E|page=44}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=Hylians: The Hylians, The Sheikah, The Wind Tribe, The Gerudo, The Kokiri|book=E|page=55}}</ref> though from Hyrule,<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The Twili were once people of Hyrule with powerful magical abilities.|book=E|page=30}}</ref> who are referred to as [[Interlopers]], who eons ago were condemned to the Twilight Realm by the [[Golden Goddesses]] of [[Hyrule]] as punishment for their misgoverned attempt to use magic to claim the [[Triforce]].<ref>{{Cite|Among those living in the light, interlopers who excelled at magic appeared. Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|What do you think happened to the magic wielders who tried to rule the Sacred Realm? They were banished. They were chased across the sacred lands of Hyrule and driven into another realm by the goddesses.|Midna|TP}}</ref> Their old magic became known as the [[Fused Shadow]], a powerful instrument.<ref>{{Cite|Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm. It was then that the goddesses ordered us three light spirits to intervene. We sealed away the great magic those individuals had mastered. You know this magic… It is the dark power you seek…the Fused Shadow.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref> However, during their failed attempt to conquer the Sacred Realm, their Fused Shadow was split into four pieces and scattered throughout the Twilight realm and [[Hyrule]]. The tribe lived and evolved in the Twilight Realm for centuries in isolation, mere shadows of what they once were, as over time they grew used to their surroundings and came to accept their fate.<ref>{{Cite|In the shadows we regressed, so much so that we soon knew neither anger nor hatred...nor even the faintest bloom of desire.|Zant|TP}}</ref> While some learned to love the beautiful peace that can be found only in Twilight, others felt that they were being oppressed by the people of the Light World.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The people of the Twilight lived in peace for many years, but there were those among them who felt that the denizens of the Light World were oppressing them.|book=HH|publisher=Dark Horse Books|page=114}}</ref> Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still possess some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still posses some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport.|book=E|page=30}}</ref>
The Twili are descendants of a tribe of sorcerers of unknown ethnicity from Hyrule,<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The origin of the Twili dates back to an ancient battle among Hylians over the Triforce of the Sacred Realm.|book=E|page=30}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=Even among the Hylians, there are a variety of peoples of different cultures and ethnicities.|book=E|page=44}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=Hylians: The Hylians, The Sheikah, The Wind Tribe, The Gerudo, The Kokiri|book=E|page=55}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=The Twili were once people of Hyrule with powerful magical abilities.|book=E|page=30}}</ref> who are referred to as [[Interlopers]]. Eons ago, the Interlopers were condemned to the Twilight Realm by the [[Golden Goddesses]] of [[Hyrule]] as punishment for their misgoverned attempt to use magic to claim the [[Triforce]].<ref>{{Cite|Among those living in the light, interlopers who excelled at magic appeared. Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|What do you think happened to the magic wielders who tried to rule the Sacred Realm? They were banished. They were chased across the sacred lands of Hyrule and driven into another realm by the goddesses.|Midna|TP}}</ref> Their old magic became known as the [[Fused Shadow]], a powerful instrument.<ref>{{Cite|Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm. It was then that the goddesses ordered us three light spirits to intervene. We sealed away the great magic those individuals had mastered. You know this magic… It is the dark power you seek…the Fused Shadow.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref> However, during their failed attempt to conquer the Sacred Realm, their Fused Shadow was split into four pieces and scattered throughout the Twilight realm and [[Hyrule]]. The tribe lived and evolved in the Twilight Realm for centuries in isolation, mere shadows of what they once were, as over time they grew used to their surroundings and came to accept their fate.<ref>{{Cite|In the shadows we regressed, so much so that we soon knew neither anger nor hatred...nor even the faintest bloom of desire.|Zant|TP}}</ref> While some learned to love the beautiful peace that can be found only in Twilight, others felt that they were being oppressed by the people of the Light World.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The people of the Twilight lived in peace for many years, but there were those among them who felt that the denizens of the Light World were oppressing them.|book=HH|publisher=Dark Horse Books|page=114}}</ref> Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still possess some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still posses some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport.|book=E|page=30}}</ref>


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Template:Species The Twili (pronounced /ˈtwaɪli/)[citation needed] are a race of shadow beings who inhabit the Twilight Realm in Twilight Princess.[1] Although usually a peaceful tribe, the Twili are transformed into hideous creatures known as Twilit Messengers by the Usurper King Zant and used to invade Hyrule. Link is able to return several of them to their normal forms when he encounters them in the Twilight Realm. He is even aided in his quest to stop Zant by Midna, a Twili and the princess of the Twilight Realm.

Background

The Twili are descendants of a tribe of sorcerers of unknown ethnicity from Hyrule,[2][3][4][5] who are referred to as Interlopers. Eons ago, the Interlopers were condemned to the Twilight Realm by the Golden Goddesses of Hyrule as punishment for their misgoverned attempt to use magic to claim the Triforce.[6][7] Their old magic became known as the Fused Shadow, a powerful instrument.[8] However, during their failed attempt to conquer the Sacred Realm, their Fused Shadow was split into four pieces and scattered throughout the Twilight realm and Hyrule. The tribe lived and evolved in the Twilight Realm for centuries in isolation, mere shadows of what they once were, as over time they grew used to their surroundings and came to accept their fate.[9] While some learned to love the beautiful peace that can be found only in Twilight, others felt that they were being oppressed by the people of the Light World.[10] Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still possess some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport.[11]

Twili transformed by Zant's curse

They built a leadership structure around those with the strongest magical abilities.[12] After centuries of rule, the Twilight Princess Midna became just one of many rulers in a long line of royalty. It was around this time that a rebel force grew from within the Twilight, spearheaded by Zant. It is revealed that Zant believed that he was next to become Twilight ruler, but the position was passed over.[13] In a terrible fit of rage, he used the power of his false-god Ganondorf to transform most of the inhabitants of Twilight into monsters and, as a form of humiliation, transformed Midna into an imp creature. Midna's only hope was to find the magic of her ancestors, the Fused Shadows, and use it against Zant to save the realm and her people.

The Twili are usually seen as enemies, but when Link goes to the Palace of Twilight, he reverts several of the Twili to their true forms.

Characteristics

The Twili have glowing markings on their skin, which is pale bluish-gray in color partly covered by black. This complexion may be due to lack of full light as the Twili have changed from what they were when they were ejected from the World of Light. They also have oval eyes that are normally red, yellow, or orange. They are usually quite thin as well as much taller than Hylians.

The Twili rarely speak, and most only communicate with other Twili. Their markings are distinct and signify their clans.[14]

Nomenclature

Names in Other Regions
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese 影の一族 (Kage no Ichizoku) Shadow Clan
French-speaking countries French Twilit
Germany German Schattenvolk Shadow People
Italy Italian Stirpe dell'ombra
Persona dell'ombra 		Shadow race
Shadow person

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References

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  6. ↑ "Among those living in the light, interlopers who excelled at magic appeared. Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm." — Lanayru (Twilight Princess)
  7. ↑ "What do you think happened to the magic wielders who tried to rule the Sacred Realm? They were banished. They were chased across the sacred lands of Hyrule and driven into another realm by the goddesses." — Midna (Twilight Princess)
  8. ↑ "Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm. It was then that the goddesses ordered us three light spirits to intervene. We sealed away the great magic those individuals had mastered. You know this magic… It is the dark power you seek…the Fused Shadow." — Lanayru (Twilight Princess)
  9. ↑ "In the shadows we regressed, so much so that we soon knew neither anger nor hatred...nor even the faintest bloom of desire." — Zant (Twilight Princess)
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  13. ↑ "Because I believed I would be the next to rule our people! THAT is why! But would they acknowledge me as their king? No!" — Zant (Twilight Princess)
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