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|name = Death Mountain

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|caption = Death Mountain in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''

|game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda (Game)|The Legend of Zelda]]''<br>''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br>''[[Link's Crossbow Training]]''

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'''Death Mountain''' is a tall, fiery mountain located in [[Hyrule]] that has been featured in several [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' games]].  

Death Mountain also has two distinctive landmarks. The first being [[Lost Hills]], a mountainous counterpart of the maze-like [[Lost Woods]]. Beyond this maze is the fifth dungeon [[Lizard Labyrinth]] in the first quest. The mountain also has [[Spectacle Rock]], in which [[Ganon]] keeps his hideout, the [[Death Mountain Labyrinth]].

===''The Adventure of Link''===

[[File:ALttP Death Mountain Light world.png|thumb|150px|Death Mountain in ''A Link to the Past'']]In ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'', the area of Hyrule that was seen in the game's prequel, ''The Legend of Zelda'', can be seen in the deep south of [[Western Hyrule]], although was made considerably smaller but still retaining much of the same shape. This area of Hyrule also includes the Death Mountain region, but greatly expanded in ''The Adventure of Link''. Death Mountain, located south of the [[Water Town of Saria]], is comprised of a dozen or so different tunnels that house many enemies, several of which lead to dead ends if the wrong paths are taken. A few tunnels also have pools of lava, usually with a bridge suspended above them. Only a few paths lead to the southern region of Hyrule, where Link can find a [[hammer]] hidden in a cave.

===''A Link to the Past''===  

Once more, Death Mountain returns as a huge mountain on the northern border of Hyrule in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''. It is home to the [[Tower of Hera]], [[Spectacle Rock]], and many [[Deadrock]]s and [[Lynel]]s. Its [[Dark World]] counterpart is home to [[Turtle Rock]] and [[Ganon's Tower]]. In the Japanese game, the mountain is only named Death Mountain in the Dark World. In the Light World, it is known as Mt. Hebra (ヘブラ山).

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===''Ocarina of Time''===

[[File:EDMT.jpg|thumb|200px|The Death Mountain Trail]]

In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', Death Mountain is home to the [[Goron]]s, a peaceful race of people who eat rocks and are exceptionally good at forging blades,<ref>{{cite|I am one of the Gorons, the stone-eating people who live on Death Mountain.|A Goron|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> and, among them, [[Biggoron]] who lives on the mountain itself. It can only be reached via a gate in [[Kakariko Village]], but anyone wishing to travel up to Death Mountain will need the [[Royal Family of Hyrule|King]]'s permission.<ref>{{cite|Climb up the stairs at the north end of the village to find the trail that leads up Death Mountain. But you need the King's permission to actually go up the mountain.|Kakariko Village soldier|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> It is said that the state of the mountain is reflected by the clouds surrounding the peak: if they look normal, then Death Mountain is at peace.<ref>{{cite|It is said that the clouds surrounding this peak reflect the condition of Death Mountain. When they look normal, it is at peace.|Kaepora Gaebora|Ocarina of Time}}</ref>

====Death Mountain Trail====

In order to reach the upper part of Death Mountain and the [[Goron City]] itself, Link must travel through the '''Death Mountain Trail''', which proves to be a challenge due to its abundance of [[Tektite]]s and giant boulders. However, the path to the Death Mountain Trail is initially closed off and will not open until Link shows [[Zelda's Letter]] to the knight guarding the gate.<ref>{{cite|The road is closed beyond this point! Can't you read the sign over there?|Death Mountain Trail Guard|Ocarina of Time}}</ref><ref>{{cite|What kind of funny game has our Princess come up with now?! OK, OK, all right. You can go now... Just be careful, Mr. Hero! Wah hah ha ha hah!|Death Mountain Trail Guard|Ocarina of Time}}</ref>

Death Mountain Trail takes Link to all of the prominent locations of Death Mountain. It is home to [[Dodongo's Cavern]], where young Link faces the giant [[King Dodongo]], eventually receiving the [[Goron's Ruby]] in the process. By scaling up the trail, the young hero can arrive to the home of the Gorons. [[Death Mountain Crater]], the inner part of the volcano of Death Mountain and the location of the [[Fire Temple]], can be accessible either via the Goron City or by climbing up the mountain through the Death Mountain Trail.

Atop the mountain trail is a [[Great Fairy Fountain]] where the [[Great Fairy#Great Fairy of Power|Great Fairy of Power]] living within will grant Link the [[Magic Meter]] and the [[Spin Attack|Magic Spin Attack]].<ref>{{cite|You should go see the Great Fairy on top of Death Mountain! She will power you up!|Darunia|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> Another Great Fairy Fountain is found inside the crater, which doubles the young hero's magic meter.

During young Link's time, Death Mountain is an active volcano.<ref>{{cite|If you're going to climb Death Mountain, you should equip a proper shield! It is an active volcano, after all!|Hylian Knight|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> Any time the young hero approaches the northernmost part of the mountain in an attempt to climb it up to the crater, the volcano will activate itself. As such, Link must equip himself with a [[Hylian Shield|proper shield]] in order to safely climb it. [[Biggoron]], the giant Goron involved in the [[Biggoron's Sword]] sidequest, resides behind the mountain next to the crater entrance, although since he is always rolled up, Link cannot see him until he approaches him. [[Kaepora Gaebora]] can also be found top the highest point of the trail near the Great Fairy Fountain entrance. He will offer to give Link a ride down to Kakariko Village.<ref>{{cite|I will perch here and wait for you. When you're ready to go back down, I can help you!|Kaepora Gaebora|Ocarina of Time}}</ref>

After Link withdraws the [[Master Sword]] from its [[Pedestal of Time|pedestal]], [[Ganon]]dorf revives the ancient dragon [[Volvagia]] and stirs up trouble at the depths of the crater, causing Death Mountain's white clouds to turn into red, fiery ones.<ref>{{cite|Ganondorf is causing trouble on Death Mountain again! He has revived the evil, ancient dragon Volvagia!|Darunia|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> It isn't until Link defeats Volvagia that Death Mountain returns to normal and the volcano stops its spontaneous eruptions, allowing the young hero to safely scale up the mountain.

===''Four Swords''===

Death Mountain appears in the ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' as one of the four initial stages. By clearing the stage and defeating the boss, the [[Links]] receives a [[Great Key]] from a [[Great Fairy]]. The key received depends on how many Rupees were collected.

The boss of Death Mountain is a ball of fire called [[Great Flame]], and the symbol is the [[Elements#Fire Element|Fire Element]].

===''Four Swords Adventures''===

Death Mountain is also the third level in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''. It consists of three stages: [[Death Mountain Foothills]], [[The Mountain Path]], and [[Tower of Flames]].

===''Twilight Princess''===

[[File:Death Mountain TP.jpg|thumb|300px|Death Mountain in ''Twilight Princess'']]

Death Mountain is featured once again in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', and is still home to the [[Goron]] tribe. Due to its volcanic nature, the mountain also boasts a number of geological curiosities, like powerful steam jets, and even mineral-rich [[Hot Spring]]s. While the mountain is not quite as active as it was during child Link's climb in ''Ocarina of Time'', Death Mountain experiences frequent eruptions early on in the game due to events related to the [[Twilight]].

Sticking to the Gorons' reputation as skilled metal smiths, metal structures have be erected around the face of the mountain to provide access to areas which are otherwise unreachable, and the Gorons themselves can give each other (and Link) a leg-up unscalable surfaces. The Gorons also have a [[Goron Mines|mine]] inside the volcanic interior of the mountain, where materials are mined and transported with the assistance of impressive magnetic cranes. The mine is also home to a number of familiar monsters, like [[Torch Slug]]s and [[Dodongo]]s.

When Link first tries to climb up Death Mountain, the Gorons will attack him upon sight due to an order from the [[Gor Coron|Goron Elder]].<ref>{{cite|These lands ahead belong to the Goron tribe! The elder said no humans may pass!|Goron|Twilight Princess}}</ref> To be able to successfully get through the mountain, the young hero must use the [[Iron Boots]] to not get knocked down by the Gorons' roll attack and thus be able to stop them on their tracks. Link will eventually reach the main area of Death Mountain but will be greeted by a giant, falling rock from the mountain's volcano. After successfully evading the Gorons and using them to launch himself higher up into the mountains, the young hero enters the Gorons' dwelling, where he is informed by Gor Coron that he will not allow Link to enter the [[Goron Mines]], which are sacred to the Gorons, unless he beats him in a match of [[sumo]].<ref>{{cite|The mines beyond here are sacred to my tribe. Outsiders are not allowed. Unless... I could make an exception...but you would have to beat me in a contest of power. Are you willing to try that, little human?|Gor Coron|Twilight Princess}}</ref> Successfully defeating the Goron Elder will allow Link to enter the mines and obtain the second [[Fused Shadow]], saving [[Darbus]] and obtaining the Gorons' respect along the way.

=== ''Link's Crossbow Training'' ===

[[File:LCT Goron down.jpg|thumb|left|The Death Mountain stage of ''Link's Crossbow Training'']]

Death Mountain appears in [[Link%27s_Crossbow_Training#Stage_2|Stage 2]] of ''[[Link's Crossbow Training]]'' as the '''Goron Target Practice'''. The central area of the Goron's lair is the first two screens of the stage. Gorons will stand in various formations, roll in place, then spring up with either regular, gold, or false targets. The screen changes every 20 seconds, all with different formations of Gorons.

*In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', [[Woodfall Temple]] is housed inside an dormant volcano filled with water. Some assume this mountain to be [[Termina|Termina's]] counterpart of Death Mountain.

*Also in ''Majora's Mask'', [[Woodfall]], from the outside, looks incredibly similar to the Death Mountain of ''Ocarina of Time'', down to the ring of smoke surrounding the top.

*Many fans believe that Death Mountain appears in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', as [[Dragon Roost Island]].

*The music of Death Mountain in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' is a mix of a new drum beat and that of the original music from [[Goron City]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''.

File:Death Mountain.jpg||A map of a floor of Death Mountain in ''Four Swords''

File:DeathMountainFSA.png|Death Mountain as seen in ''Four Swords Adventures''

File:Goron_Roll.jpg|Link climbing Death Mountain in ''Twilight Princess''

File:Death_Mountain_Trail_TP.jpg|Death Mountain as seen in ''Twilight Princess''

File:Goron Home.jpg|The Gorons' home in ''Twilight Princess''

==References==

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|Japanese= デスマウンテン

|Spanish(LA)=

|Spanish(SP)= {{exp|Death Mountain|Montaña de la Muerte}}

|French= Mont du Péril/Montagne de la Mort

|German= Todesberg

|Italian= Monte Morte}}

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