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[[File:BotW Royal Guard Set Concept Artwork.png|thumb|x150px|The Royal Guard's Set from {{BotW}} includes multiple Hylian Crests]] | [[File:BotW Royal Guard Set Concept Artwork.png|thumb|x150px|The Royal Guard's Set from {{BotW}} includes multiple Hylian Crests]] | ||
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{{BotW}} | The Hylian Crest is in many locations in {{BotW}}. 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== | ||
Revision as of 04:24, 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
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.
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]
Breath of the Wild
The Hylian Crest is in many locations in Breath of the Wild. 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
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The Hylian Crest depicts a stylised image of the Crimson Loftwing
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Zelda's dress and necklace as an adult in Ocarina of Time display the Hylian Crest
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The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Twilight Princess
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The back of Phantom Zelda, showing a glowing Hylian Crest
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The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Skyward Sword
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The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from A Link Between Worlds
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The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Breath of the Wild
See Also
References
- ↑ "A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn." — Item Screen (Twilight Princess)
- ↑ 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)
- ↑ "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)
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 84
- ↑ A, Error: publisher required, pg. 164–165
- ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 231–253
- ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 168, 184, 190