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This page details common '''challenges''' that can be done in the [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' games]].
This page details various '''challenges''' that can be done in the [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' games]], which can increase difficulty, add variation, introduce competition, or enhance a playthrough.


==Three-Heart Challenge==
==Three Heart Challenge==
{{Main|Three Heart Challenge}}
{{Main|Three Heart Challenge}}
The [[Three Heart Challenge]] is one of the most popular challenges in the ''Zelda'' series, consisting of completing a game with only three [[Heart Container]]s. The two games in which the challenge cannot be done is {{ALttP}} and {{LA}}.
The [[Three Heart Challenge]] is one of the most popular challenges in the ''Zelda'' series, consisting of completing a game with only the three starting [[Heart Container]]s (six in {{SS}}). [[Link]] must never obtain any {{Plural|Series|Piece of Heart}} or Heart Containers throughout the game. The two games in which the challenge cannot be "properly" done, due to requiring [[Link]] to obtain at least one Heart Container, are {{ALttP}} and {{LA}}.


==Zero Deaths Challenge==
====Boss Heart Challenge====
This challenge simply consists of completing the game without dying once.
An easier variation of the Three Heart Challenge, the Boss Heart Challenge allows obtaining any Heart Containers rewarded from defeating bosses.


==={{AoL}}===
==Speedrun==
'''Status:''' This is entirely possible.<br>
{{Main|Speedrun}}
'''Difficulty:''' Nearly Impossible. It is almost impossible to get from the starting point to the last level without dying once. Beating the game requires an absurd amount of patience and an insane amount of luck.<br>
The goal of a speedrun is to complete a game as quickly as possible from start to finish, usually in one sitting. Speedrunning is very popular within the ''Legend of Zelda'' series. There are also varying categories for runs, such as simply completing the game (Any%), completing every [[dungeon]] (All Dungeons), and completing [[100% Completion|100%]] of the game, for instance. Runs often involve the use [[glitches]] or exploits in order to save time, with some categories also disallowing them, known as Glitchless or Bug Limit. Runs are usually recorded or broadcast live, and timing software is often used to determine the exact length of a run, with speedrunners always competing for personal or world records.
'''In-game Rewards:''' None.


==={{LA}}===
Runs or even certain challenges can also be performed in the form of a [[TAS|Tool-Assisted Speedrun]] (TAS), which uses frame advance, rerecords, and save states to execute perfect gameplay that is otherwise impossible for humans. A TAS can be used to demonstrate a near-perfect run, prove concepts and theories, or showcase entertaining or difficult challenges.
'''Status:''' This is possible to do. It may require constant saving and resetting the game after deaths.<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Moderately difficult. <br>
'''In-game Rewards:''' Alternate ending.


==={{TWW}}===
==Randomizer==
'''Status:''' This is entirely possible.<br>
A randomizer is a modified version of a game in which certain aspects of the game are randomized. For example, items in the game may be shuffled and placed randomly, affecting the order in which tasks must be completed. Locations, entrances, cosmetics, features, music, and other various elements of a game may be changed or randomized as well.
'''Difficulty:''' Very easy. <br>
'''In-game Rewards:''' None.


==Uber ''Ocarina of Time'' Challenge==
The ''Legend of Zelda'' series is very popular with randomizers, with one developed for nearly every title. The goal is usually to defeat the game's final boss. Every time a randomized game (differentiated by a "seed") is generated, the placement of items is different, allowing for greater variation in gameplay. In order to ensure that every randomized seed is still beatable, programming known as "logic" is implemented, which determines what locations or items [[Link]] will be able to access with the given items he has. When logic is in place, the randomizer can dynamically maximize the possible variation a seed can have, while still allowing the game to be completable. Sometimes, randomizers also include an option to exclude logic, which allows for the most possible variation, but also includes the risk of a playthrough being unbeatable. The logic can also be modified, depending on the given randomizer, to account for the use of [[glitches]] or exploits, such as those often used in [[Speedrun]]s, if the player desires.
The Uber {{OoT}} Challenge, is a further rendition of the [[Three Heart Challenge]]. It includes beating the game in the hardest possible way. Varying in many difficult tricks including the Gerudo Valley Cucco Jump.


===List of Rules===
Randomizers often include "quality of life" changes, which can improve upon the experience for the player, especially if parts of the game are repeated or played through commonly. To allow the randomizer to work in an ideal manner for the player, parts of the game, often the intro or other sections, may also be skipped from the start to allow for a more open world. Other features may also be included, such as being able to start with specified items, shuffling entrances, shuffling background music, changing the color of Link's clothing, or even entirely replacing Link's model.
The list of rules for the challenge are as follows:


*3 hearts, no [[Heart Container#Piece of Heart|Heart Piece]]s whatsoever
Randomizers are very popular among casual players and speedrunners alike, and are often featured in races and tournaments.
*Buy [[Swords of Ocarina of Time#Giant's Knife|Giant's Knife]] and break it as soon as possible, and use that at all times (except in the Graveyard and while fighting [[Ganon]])
 
*All [[Sage Medallion|Medallions]]
==Bingo==
*1 Bottle
Bingo is an external feature that can be used to enhance a playthrough. For instance, a bingo board can be generated on a site that gives a randomly generated assortment of tasks in the layout of a [[w:Bingo_(American_version)|bingo]] board, which the player can perform in the game, the goal being to find the fastest way to complete a full row or column of tasks. This can involve the use of [[glitches]] or exploits, such as those used in [[Speedrun]]s, if the player desires. A player can also choose to complete a "blackout", in which they complete every task on the board entirely.
*No deaths (death counter at file select must say 000)
 
Bingo is often featured in races and co-op/team races, and is also often combined with randomizers to add even more variation to a playthrough.
 
==Reverse Dungeon Order Challenge==
The Reverse Dungeon Order Challenge requires completing each of the game's [[Dungeon]]s in reversed order, with the exception of the final dungeon. This challenge requires the use of [[glitches]], and is impossible for most titles. The titles that can do this challenge are {{ALttP}}, {{OoT}}, and {{MM}}, and the challenge does not apply to {{TLoZ}} or {{BotW}}, as their dungeons can be completed in any order by intentional design.
 
==Zero Death Challenge==
The Zero Death Challenge, or a deathless run, simply consists of completing a game without dying once. The rules of this challenge can vary according to the person doing it, and can vary greatly in difficulty as a result. For instance, one can choose to avoid obtaining any [[Heart Container]]s, which increases the difficulty of the challenge.
 
==Damageless==
Damageless runs involve completing a game without ever taking damage. Although possible most of the time, it is very difficult and requires planning, practice, and extensive knowledge of the game, likely with many attempts. The rules can also vary per player according to discretion, but are often simply to avoid losing any health. Sometimes stricter rules such as disallowing blocking attacks with a shield are applied as well. There are occasional instances where [[Link]] is required to take damage in order to progress in the story; According to the discretion of the player and what rules they or an affiliated community want to enforce for the challenge, exceptions to situations such as these can be made, or they can, perhaps, be entirely bypassed using [[glitches]] or minor exploits.
 
====Notable Damageless Runs Completed====
====={{TAoL|-}}=====
{{YouTube|ow-1vznCGNw|250|{{TAoL|-}}<br/>Slackanater{{List Note|name=One Sitting|This run was completed in one sitting.}}}}
{{Clear|left}}
 
====={{ALttP|-}}=====
{{YouTube|BEjqWuZqJlc|250|{{ALttP|-}}<br/>Slackanater{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}}}
{{Clear|left}}
 
====={{OoT|-}}=====
{{YouTube|jnzjtbMi4Nk|250|{{OoT|-}}<br/>MajinPhil{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit|This run was completed using a stricter no-hit ruleset.}}}}
{{YouTube|YuPHv-pmFQQ|250|{{OoT|-}}<br/>Samura1man{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit}}{{List Note|name=QoL|This run was completed with a modification of the game to remove most cutscenes for quality of life purposes.}}}}
{{Clear|left}}
 
====={{MM|-}}=====
{{YouTube|z14VrreqBEo|250|{{MM|-}}<br/>MajinPhil{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit}}}}
{{YouTube|GGaobnuPUUo|250|{{MM|-}}<br/>Samura1man{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit}}{{List Note|name=QoL}}}}
{{Clear|left}}
 
====={{TWW|-}}=====
{{YouTube|57nz-_qFtJw|250|{{TWWHD|-}}<br/>Samura1man{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit}}}}
{{Clear|left}}
 
====={{TP|-}}=====
{{YouTube|FE58wyeMvNk|250|{{TP|-}}<br/>Samura1man{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit}}}}
{{YouTube|Ie8ow4VZpVo|250|{{TP|-}} [[Cave of Ordeals]]<br/>Kikearth}}
{{Clear|left}}
 
====={{SS|-}}=====
{{YouTube|QYkqLcnvQpk|250|{{SSHD|-}}<br/>Samura1man{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit}}}}
{{Clear|left}}
 
====={{BotW|-}}=====
{{YouTube|OUrZMqAYi0g|250|{{BotW|-}}<br/>Samura1man{{List Note|name=One Sitting}}{{List Note|name=No-hit}}}}
{{YouTube|IlPv_HJVqMM|250|{{BotW|-}} [[100% Completion|100%]]<br/>SpecsNStats{{List Note|This run made use of glitches such as moonjump.}}{{List Note|This run was nearly completed without sustaining any damage, but the runner was hit by a [[Stalkoblin]] at the very end.}}}}
{{Clear|left}}
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* {{TAoL}} by Slackanater (done in one sitting)
* {{ALttP}} by Slackanater (done in one sitting)
* {{OoT}} by MajinPhil (using stricter no-hit ruleset, done in one sitting)
* {{OoT}} by Samura1man (using stricter no-hit ruleset, along with a modification of the game to remove most cutscenes for quality of life purposes, done in one sitting)
* {{MM}} by MajinPhil (using stricter no-hit ruleset, done in one sitting)
* {{MM}} by Samura1man (using stricter no-hit ruleset, along with a modification of the game to remove most cutscenes for quality of life purposes, done in one sitting)
* {{TWWHD}} by Samura1man (using stricter no-hit ruleset, done in one sitting)
* {{TP}} by Samura1man (using stricter no-hit ruleset, done in one sitting)
* {{TP}} [[Cave of Ordeals]] by Kikearth
* {{SSHD}} by Samura1man (using stricter no-hit ruleset, done in one sitting)
* {{BotW}} by Samura1man (using stricter no-hit ruleset, done in one sitting)
* {{BotW}} 100% by JoeDun (using glitches such as moonjump, fully completed)
* {{BotW}} [[100% Completion|100%]] by  (using [[glitches]] such as moonjump, nearly completed but got hit by [[Stalkoblin]] at the very end)-->
* [https://www.twitch.tv/joedun/v/887317653 {{BotW|-}} 100% by JoeDun] (using glitches such as moonjump)
{{List Notes}}
 
==Title-Specific Challenges==
 
==={{TLoZ|-}}===
 
====Swordless Run====
Complete the game without acquiring a [[Sword]] of any kind. Any other items and upgrades are allowed.
 
====Wooden Sword Run====
Complete the game without obtaining the [[White Sword]] or the [[Magical Sword]].
 
====White Sword Run====
Complete the game without obtaining the Magical Sword.
 
==={{TAoL|-}}===
 
====Low Stats Challenge====
The aim of this challenge is to complete as much of the game as possible with 1-1-1 stats. Finishing the game with these stats is only possible in the Japanese version, so in other versions, the aim is to finish the game with 1-4-1 stats. This requires having prior knowledge of the amounts of [[Experience]] dropped by enemies, as [[Link]] cannot gain more than 200 Experience if the player wants to proceed without leveling up. As a result of having low stats, players must be able to hit late-game enemies and bosses a large amount of times without being damaged once.
 
==={{LA|-}}===
 
====Swordless Run====
Complete the game without the [[Sword]].
 
====Buy the Bow and Arrow====
Save up enough [[Rupee]]s to buy the [[Bow|Bow and Arrow]] instead of stealing it. This is required if the player does not want [[Link|Link's]] name to be replaced with "THIEF".
 
==={{OoT|-}}===
 
====Uber Challenge====
The Uber Challenge is a further rendition of the [[Three Heart Challenge]]. It aims to beat the game in the hardest possible way, utilizing many difficult [[Glitches|tricks]]. The list of rules for the challenge are as follows:
*No {{Plural|OoT|Piece of Heart|link}} or [[Heart Container]]s
*Buy the [[Giant's Knife]] and break it as soon as possible, then use it that way at all times as [[Adult Link]] (except while fighting [[Ganon]])
*Obtain all [[Medallion]]s
*Obtain only one [[Empty Bottle|Bottle]] (the one containing [[Letter in a Bottle|Ruto's Letter]]), then do not use it aside from showing it to [[King Zora]]
* No deaths (death counter at file select must display "000")
*No [[Iron Boots]]
*No [[Iron Boots]]
*No capacity upgrades (except for adult wallet)
*No capacity upgrades (except for the [[Adult Wallet]])
*No [[Great Fairy]] gifts except Magic Meter and [[Spells of Ocarina of Time#Din's Fire|Din's Fire]]
* No [[Great Fairy]] rewards except for the [[Magic Meter]] and [[Din's Fire]]
*No [[Gold Skulltula]] family gifts from 20 or more Gold Skulltulas
* No [[Gold Skulltula]] family rewards from obtaining 20 or more Gold Skulltulas
*No [[Power Bracelet#Goron Bracelet|Goron Bracelet]]
*No [[Goron Bracelet]]
*No [[Fire Arrow]]s
*No [[Fire Arrow]]s
*No [[Lens of Truth]]
*No [[Lens of Truth]]
*No [[Hookshot|Longshot]]
*No [[Longshot]]
*No [[Zora Scale#Silver Scale|Silver Scale]]
*No [[Silver Scale]]
*No [[Tunic#Zora Tunic|Zora Tunic]]
*No [[Zora Tunic]]  
*No [[Gerudo Token]]
*No [[Gerudo Token]]
*No [[Map]]s or [[Compass]]es
*No [[Map]]s or [[Compass]]es
*No [[Biggoron's Sword]]
*No [[Biggoron's Sword]]
*Cannot use Action Replay, Gameshark, etc.
* Cannot use Action Replay, Gameshark, etc.
*Cannot use Crooked Cartridge
*Cannot use Crooked Cartridge
*Cannot use Din's Fire outside the central room of the [[Water Temple]]
*Cannot use Din's Fire except for in the central room of the [[Water Temple]]  
*Cannot use [[Hammer#Megaton Hammer|Megaton Hammer]] to attack enemies (exception of stunning [[Volvagia]])
* Cannot use the [[Megaton Hammer]] to attack enemies (except when stunning [[Volvagia]]), and cannot use it at all outside the {{Term|OoT3D|Fire Temple|link}}
*Cannot use Megaton Hammer outside the [[Fire Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Fire Temple]]
*Cannot use [[Deku Stick]]s to attack enemies
*Cannot use Deku Sticks to attack enemies
*Cannot use Power Crouch Stab (PCS)
*Cannot use power crouch stab
*Cannot learn any songs except for [[Zelda's Lullaby]], the [[Song of Time]], and [[Minuet of Forest]]
*Cannot use bottle except to show [[Princess Ruto|Ruto]]'s [[Ruto's Letter|letter]] to [[King Zora]]
*Must have the [[Shadow Medallion]] before entering the {{Term|OoT3D|Forest Temple|link}}
*Cannot learn any songs except [[Song of Time]], [[Zelda's Lullaby]], and [[Minuet of Forest]]
*Must have [[Sage Medallion#Shadow Medallion|Shadow Medallion]] before entering [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]]
*Must fight [[Dark Link]]
*Must fight [[Dark Link]]


==Miscellaneous==
==={{MM|-}}===


==={{TLoZ}}===
====Three Day Challenge====
*No sword run
Complete all four [[Dungeon]]s and defeat [[Majora's Mask (Item)|Majora]] within the second three-day cycle starting after becoming human and obtaining the [[Deku Mask]]. This requires strong knowledge of the game and its dungeons, as well as optimal gameplay and using the [[Inverted Song of Time]] for the entirety of the challenge. This challenge is possible without [[glitches]] with only a little time to spare. When using glitches, however, even more things can be completed within this time, with the challenge even becoming possible to complete within the very first cycle if Arbitrary Code Execution (ACE) is used to get the Deku Mask and [[Ocarina of Time (Item)|Ocarina of Time]] early.
**Complete the game without acquiring a sword of any kind
**All other items and upgrades are allowed
*Wooden sword run
**Complete the game without getting the white sword or the magical sword
*White sword run
**Complete the game without getting the magical sword


==={{AoL}}===
==={{TP|-}}===
Low Stats Challenge:''' The aim of the challenge is to complete as much of the game as possible with 1-1-1 stats. It is impossible to finish the game with these stats outside of the Japanese version so the overall aim is to finish the game with 1-4-1 stats<br>
====Cave of Ordeals Challenge====
'''Status:''' This is possible to do with fore knowledge of the experience dropped by enemies. Link cannot gain more than 200 Experience if the player wants to proceed without leveling up<br>
A new file is started and played up to the [[City in the Sky]], while obtaining no {{Plural|TP|Piece of Heart|link}} or [[Heart Container]]s. Moreover, no [[Empty Bottle|Bottles]] (aside from the one received from {{Term|TPHD|Sera|link}}) or [[Bomb Bag]] or [[Quiver]] upgrades can be obtained. The [[Cave of Ordeals]] is then entered with the [[Wooden Shield|Wooden]] or [[Ordon Shield]], the [[Ordon Sword]], and the [[Zora Armor]] equipped, and no healing items.
'''Difficulty:''' This is quite difficult but far from impossible. Players must be prepared to hit late game enemies and bosses over a 100 times without getting damaged once.<br>
'''In-game Rewards:''' None.


==={{LA}}===
====Cave of Ordeals Challenge 2====
*No sword run
In this challenge, [[Link]] must at least reach the 30th floor of the Cave of Ordeals while not losing a single heart. Any equipment may be used except for the [[Magic Armor]].
**Complete the game without the sword
*Buy the bow and arrow
**Save up enough rupees to buy the bow and arrow instead of stealing it


==={{OoT}}===
====Twilight Challenge====
'''Reach Flying Carpet Challenge:''' Jump to the [[Flying Carpet]] without using the [[Hover Boots]].<br>
Complete the game without dying once, complete the Cave of Ordeals, do not buy the [[Hylian Shield]], do not burn the [[Ordon Shield]], do not [[warp]] except for to teleport the bridge at [[Kakariko Gorge]] and the [[Sky Cannon]], and stay at three hearts.
'''Status:''' This is possible to do.<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Nearly impossible. Requires a lot skill, patience, and a ridiculous amount of luck.<br>
'''In-game rewards:''' Able to buy [[Bombchu]]s as Adult Link before entering the [[Shadow Temple]].


'''Cucco Jump Challenge:''' Jump over the [[Gerudo Valley]] gate as a child using a Cucco to jump off a pike onto the gate.<br>
==={{TPHD|-}}===
'''Status:''' This is possible to do.<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Nearly impossible. Requires a lot skill, patience, and a ridiculous amount of luck.<br>
'''In-game rewards:''' Able to get to the [[Spirit Temple]] as a child. Also a part of the Uber OoT Challenge.


==={{MM}}===
====Hero Mode amiibo Challenge====
'''Three-Day Challenge:''' This is probably the most famous Zelda challenge. It is to complete the four temples in the second three-day cycle. That is the cycle where Link returns to normal.<br>
Complete the game in [[Hero Mode]] while also using the [[Ganondorf]] [[amiibo]] to increase damage taken even further.
'''Status:''' This is possible to do with extensive planning.<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Moderately difficult due to specific time sensitive events, such as retrieving Epona before the night of the [[First Day]].<br>
'''In-game Rewards:''' None.


==={{TP}}===
=== {{PH|-}}===
'''Cave of Ordeal Challenge:''' A new file is started and played to around the City in the Sky. During the time played, no Heart Pieces or Heart Containers can be retrieved. Moreover, no bottles (besides the one received by [[Sera]]), bombs, or quiver extensions. The Cave of Ordeals is then entered with the Wooden or Ordon Shield, the Ordon Sword, and Zora Armor.<br>
'''Status:''' Possible.<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Extremely difficult. The Zora Armor is weak to fire and ice, the Wooden Shield has the possibility of it getting burned, the normal sword, three hearts, and no potions.<br>
'''In-game Rewards:''' None.<br>
<br>
'''Cave of Ordeals Challenge 2:''' In this challenge, Link must not lose a single heart. The [[Magic Armor]] cannot be used and at least the 30th floor must be reached. Any equipment may be used.<br>
'''Status:''' Unknown.<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Insanely difficult, maybe even impossible.<br>
'''In-game Rewards:''' None.<br>
<br>
'''Twilight Challenge:''' Complete the game without dying once, complete Cave of Ordeals, do not buy [[Hylian Shield]], do not burn [[Ordon Shield]], the only time Link can [[warp]] is to teleport the bridge and [[Sky Cannon]] and he must stay at three hearts.<br>
'''Status:''' Unknown<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Very hard<br>
'''In-game rewards:''' None<br>


==={{PH}}===
====25:00 Temple of the Ocean King Challenge====
'''25:00 Temple of the Ocean King Challenge:''' Beat the Temple of the Ocean King with 25:00 Sands of Hours remaining.<br>
Complete the [[Temple of the Ocean King]] with 25:00 {{Plural|ST|Sand of Hours|link}} remaining.
'''Status:''' It is possible, and mildly challenging.<br>
'''Difficulty:''' Moderate after familiarizing oneself with the Temple.<br>
'''In-game Rewards:''' None.


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