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The {{Term/Store|Hylian Crest||Series, TP, TPHD}} is one of the two stylized successors of the [[Goddess Crest]] used within the same land during the [[Era of the Goddess Hylia]],<ref>{{Cite|A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn.|Inventory|TP}}</ref> the other being the [[Wingcrest]] used to represent the [[Royal Family of Hyrule]].
The {{Term/Store|Hylian Crest||Series, TP, TPHD}}<ref>{{Cite|A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn.|Inventory|TP}}</ref> is a recurring symbol in {{TLoZ|Series}}. It is the mark of the goddess [[Hylia]]<ref name=MarkOfHylia>{{Cite Book|quote=The bird-like design that is painted to look as though it is protecting the Triforce is the mark of the goddess Hylia and also depicts the brilliant red Loftwing once ridden by the hero.|book= E |publisher= |page= 84}}</ref> and a crest of the [[Royal Family of Hyrule]].<ref>{{Cite|{{Romanize|ハイラル王家の紋章が刻まれた盾[L]で構えて防御鋼鉄製なので炎に触れてもなくならない|Hairaru ōke no monshō ga kizama reta tate [L ] de kamaete bōgyo kōtetsu-seinanode honō ni furete mo nakunaranai|Shield with the crest of the Hylian Royal Family. Hold with [L] to defend. It’s made of steel, so it’s not lost even if you touch flames.|2}}|Inventory|TP|Japanese version}}</ref> The Hylian Crest is commonly used on [[Hylian]] weapons, armor, and architecture—notably on the [[Hylian Shield]], where it represents the [[Crimson Loftwing]] that was ridden by [[Link|the hero]] during the [[Sky Era]].<ref name=MarkOfHylia />


It is a common depiction of an [[Loftwing|archaic bird]], usually beneath the [[Triforce]]. It can be seen on the [[Hylian Shield]] and in buildings such as [[Hyrule Castle]] and [[Temple of Time]]. This crest is mostly used to represent [[Hyrule]] and the [[Hylian]] race as a whole.
It is similar to the [[Royal Crest|Wingcrest]] of the Hylian Royal Family, both being derived from the [[Goddess Crest]] used in [[Era of Hylia|ancient times]].
==Overview==
[[File:Red Shield.png|left|thumb|100px|A winged figure on the [[Red Shield]]]]
===A Link To The Past===
Depictions of avian figures similar to the Hylian Crest appeared in {{ALttP}}, where artwork of the [[Small_Shield#A_Link_to_the_Past|Fighter's Shield]] and [[Red Shield]] both show a stylized bird below the [[Triforce]]. Another winged figure is shown above the doorway of the [[Sanctuary (A Link to the Past)|Sanctuary]].
[[File:OoT Hylian Shield Render.png|thumb|125px|The Hylian Shield as it appears in Ocarina of Time, with a Hylian Crest in red]]
===Ocarina of Time===
The current design of the Hylian Crest first appears in {{OoT}}, shown in multiple locations within the game. The Hylian Shield of the Knights of Hyrule has the Crest with the Triforce above it and an inverted triangle below it.<ref name=E84>{{Cite Book|quote=|book= E |publisher= |page= 84}}</ref> The clothing and jewelry worn by [[Princess Zelda]] has designs including the Hylian Crest with other symbols such as the Triforce and the [[Crest of the Sheikah|Sheikah Eye]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=|book= A |publisher= |page= 164–165}}</ref>


==Appearances==
===The Wind Waker===
[[File:Red Shield.png|left|100px|A winged figure on the [[Red Shield]]]]
In {{TWW}} the Hylian Crest can be seen in the background of [[:File:TWW Portrait.jpg|a painting]] in [[Hyrule Castle#The Wind Waker|Hyrule Castle]].
The depiction of a winged figure below the Triforce first appears in {{ALttP}}, where the design of Link's [[shield]] features an avian design below the Triforce. Another avian figure guards the doorway of the [[Sanctuary (A Link to the Past)|Sanctuary]] as well. A similar winged figure can also be seen on the [[Hero's Shield]] in {{TWW}}.


The familiar red avian crest first appears in {{OoT}}, on the [[Hylian Shield]]. As the shield was used by the [[Knights of Hyrule]],<ref>{{Cite|This is a big, heavy shield just like the ones Hylian Knights use. It can stand up to flame attacks!|Bazaar owner|OoT}}</ref> it is possible that the bird or dragon may symbolize devotion to the Royal Family or to the Hylian people. The winged figure also seems to grasp a piece of the Triforce in its talons or claws, perhaps signifying dedication to the protection of the [[Sacred Realm]] or the realm of Hyrule. This same design appears on many versions of [[Princess Zelda]]'s dress.
===Twilight Princess===
Within {{TP}}, the Hylian Crest is displayed on the Hylian Shield, in a design on Zelda's dress, and on suits of armour in [[Hyrule Castle (Twilight Princess)|Hyrule Castle]].


===Spirit Tracks===
In {{ST}}, when {{Term|ST|Princess Zelda|link}}'s spirit assumes control of a {{Term|ST|Phantom|link}}, a glowing pink {{Term|Series|Hylian Crest}} appears on its back.
In {{ST}}, when {{Term|ST|Princess Zelda|link}}'s spirit assumes control of a {{Term|ST|Phantom|link}}, a glowing pink {{Term|Series|Hylian Crest}} appears on its back.


In {{SS}}, the origin of the Hylian Crest is revealed; the outline originally coming from the [[Goddess Crest]], with the common red coloring and the stylised head and claws being derived from the [[Crimson Loftwing]].
===Skyward Sword===
The Hylian Crest is in multiple locations in {{SS}}, including on the Hylian Shield, in the [[Temple of Time]], and on an awakened [[Gate of Time]]. The game also has its presumed precursor, the Goddess Crest.
 
===A Link Between Worlds===
In {{ALBW}} the Crest is shown on the Hylian Shield.<ref name=E84 />
[[File:BotW Royal Guard Set Concept Artwork.png|thumb|x150px|The Royal Guard's Set from {{BotW}} includes multiple Hylian Crests]]
===Breath of the Wild===
{{BotW}} has many uses of the Hylian Crest. It is displayed throughout [[Hyrule Castle (Breath of the Wild)|Hyrule Castle]] on banners, in sculptures, on the floor of the [[Hyrule_Castle_(Breath_of_the_Wild)#Sanctum|Sanctum]], among other locations.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=|book= CaC |publisher= |page= 231–253}}</ref> The Crest is displayed on [[Weapon|weapons]], [[Shields in Breath of the Wild|shields]], and [[armor]] used by [[Hyrule#Military|Hyrule's Military]], such as the Hylian Shield, [[Royal Guard's Series]] and [[Royal Guard Set|Set]], the [[Soldier's Set]], and the [[Knight's Shield]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=|book= CaC |publisher= |page= 168, 184, 190}}</ref>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:SS Crimson Loftwing Artwork.png|The Hylian Crest depicts a stylised image of the [[Crimson Loftwing]]
File:SS Crimson Loftwing Artwork.png|The Hylian Crest depicts a stylised image of the [[Crimson Loftwing]]
File:GoddessCrest.png|The Hylian Crest outline originated from the [[Goddess Crest]]
File:OoT Adult Zelda Artwork.png|Zelda's dress and necklace as an adult in {{OoT}} display the Hylian Crest
File:OoT Hylian Shield Render.png|The Hylian Crest on the [[Hylian Shield]] from {{OoT|-}}
File:TPHD Hylian Shield Artwork.png|The Hylian Crest on the [[Hylian Shield]] from {{TP|-}}
File:TPHD Hylian Shield Artwork.png|The Hylian Crest on the [[Hylian Shield]] from {{TP|-}}
File:ST Phantom Zelda Back Model.png|The {{Term|Series|Hylian Crest}} on {{Term|ST|Phantom Zelda|link}}'s back from {{ST|-}}
File:ST Phantom Zelda Back Model.png|The back of [[Phantom Zelda]], showing a glowing Hylian Crest
File:SS Hylian Shield Artwork.png|The Hylian Crest on the [[Hylian Shield]] from {{SS|-}}
File:SS Hylian Shield Artwork.png|The Hylian Crest on the [[Hylian Shield]] from {{SS|-}}
File:ALBW Hylian Shield Render.png|The Hylian Crest on the [[Hylian Shield]] from {{ALBW|-}}
File:ALBW Hylian Shield Render.png|The Hylian Crest on the [[Hylian Shield]] from {{ALBW|-}}

Revision as of 04:23, 4 August 2020

Not to be confused with the Wingcrest.

The Hylian Crest[1] is a recurring symbol in The Legend of Zelda series. It is the mark of the goddess Hylia[2] and a crest of the Royal Family of Hyrule.[3] The Hylian Crest is commonly used on Hylian weapons, armor, and architecture—notably on the Hylian Shield, where it represents the Crimson Loftwing that was ridden by the hero during the Sky Era.[2]

It is similar to the Wingcrest of the Hylian Royal Family, both being derived from the Goddess Crest used in ancient times.

Overview

File:Red Shield.png
A winged figure on the Red Shield

A Link To The Past

Depictions of avian figures similar to the Hylian Crest appeared in A Link to the Past, where artwork of the Fighter's Shield and Red Shield both show a stylized bird below the Triforce. Another winged figure is shown above the doorway of the Sanctuary.

The Hylian Shield as it appears in Ocarina of Time, with a Hylian Crest in red

Ocarina of Time

The current design of the Hylian Crest first appears in Ocarina of Time, shown in multiple locations within the game. The Hylian Shield of the Knights of Hyrule has the Crest with the Triforce above it and an inverted triangle below it.[4] The clothing and jewelry worn by Princess Zelda has designs including the Hylian Crest with other symbols such as the Triforce and the Sheikah Eye.[5]

The Wind Waker

In The Wind Waker the Hylian Crest can be seen in the background of a painting in Hyrule Castle.

Twilight Princess

Within Twilight Princess, the Hylian Crest is displayed on the Hylian Shield, in a design on Zelda's dress, and on suits of armour in Hyrule Castle.

Spirit Tracks

In Spirit Tracks, when Princess Zelda's spirit assumes control of a Phantom, a glowing pink Hylian Crest appears on its back.

Skyward Sword

The Hylian Crest is in multiple locations in Skyward Sword, including on the Hylian Shield, in the Temple of Time, and on an awakened Gate of Time. The game also has its presumed precursor, the Goddess Crest.

A Link Between Worlds

In A Link Between Worlds the Crest is shown on the Hylian Shield.[4]

The Royal Guard's Set from Breath of the Wild includes multiple Hylian Crests

Breath of the Wild

Breath of the Wild has many uses of the Hylian Crest. It is displayed throughout Hyrule Castle on banners, in sculptures, on the floor of the Sanctum, among other locations.[6] The Crest is displayed on weapons, shields, and armor used by Hyrule's Military, such as the Hylian Shield, Royal Guard's Series and Set, the Soldier's Set, and the Knight's Shield.[7]

Gallery

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn." — Item Screen (Twilight Princess)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "The bird-like design that is painted to look as though it is protecting the Triforce is the mark of the goddess Hylia and also depicts the brilliant red Loftwing once ridden by the hero." (Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 84)
  3. ↑ "ハイラル王家の紋章が刻まれた盾[L]で構えて防御鋼鉄製なので炎に触れてもなくならない (Shield with the crest of the Hylian Royal Family. Hold with [L] to defend. It’s made of steel, so it’s not lost even if you touch flames.)" — Item Screen (Twilight Princess, Japanese version)
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 84
  5. ↑ A, Error: publisher required, pg. 164–165
  6. ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 231–253
  7. ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 168, 184, 190
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