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==Location and Uses==
==Location and Uses==
==={{ALttP|-}}===
==={{ALttP|-}}===
{{Manual|ALttP|Moon Pearl|People who enter the Dark World are transformed into a shape that reflects what is in their hearts. You can prevent this by obtaining the Moon Pearl, which protects its bearer from the power of the Triforce.}}
{{Manual|ALttP&FS|Moon Pearl|This gem can control the power of the Triforce.}}
[[File:MoonPearl Sprite.png|left|The {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}}, as seen in the inventory from {{ALttP|-}}]]
[[File:MoonPearl Sprite.png|left|The {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}}, as seen in the inventory from {{ALttP|-}}]]
The {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}} is a shining gem which protects {{Term|ALttP|Link|link}} from Ganon's magic, allowing him to retain his normal shape while in the [[Dark World]].<ref>{{Cite|You found the Moon Pearl! This protects The Hero from the transforming effects of the Golden Power|N/A|ALttP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The Moon Pearl: A jewel that repels magic. It protects the bearer from the evil power of the Demon King who controls the Dark World, and prevents any transformation to the bearer when they cross into the Dark World from the Light World.|book={{HH}}|page=95|publisher=Dark Horse Books}}</ref> Other humans entering the Dark World are transformed into shapes which reflect their "True Nature", or personality. This is shown by the pair of men on Death Mountain, as well as {{Term|ALttP|Link}} himself. The [[Bully]] is transformed into a demon-like creature because of his devilish nature, and the [[Bully's Friend]] turned into a ball because he could never make up his mind. {{Term|ALttP|Link}}'s "true nature" is represented by a pink [[Bunny Link|rabbit]]. The {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}} can be found in the [[Tower of Hera (A Link to the Past)|Tower of Hera]].
The {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}} is a shining gem which protects {{Term|ALttP|Link|link}} from Ganon's magic, allowing him to retain his normal shape while in the [[Dark World]].<ref>{{Cite|You found the Moon Pearl! This protects The Hero from the transforming effects of the Golden Power|N/A|ALttP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The Moon Pearl: A jewel that repels magic. It protects the bearer from the evil power of the Demon King who controls the Dark World, and prevents any transformation to the bearer when they cross into the Dark World from the Light World.|book={{HH}}|page=95|publisher=Dark Horse Books}}</ref> Other humans entering the Dark World are transformed into shapes which reflect their "True Nature", or personality. This is shown by the pair of men on Death Mountain, as well as {{Term|ALttP|Link}} himself. The [[Bully]] is transformed into a demon-like creature because of his devilish nature, and the [[Bully's Friend]] turned into a ball because he could never make up his mind. {{Term|ALttP|Link}}'s "true nature" is represented by a pink [[Bunny Link|rabbit]]. The {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}} can be found in the [[Tower of Hera (A Link to the Past)|Tower of Hera]].


==={{FSA|-}}===
==={{FSA|-}}===
{{Plural|FSA|Moon Pearl}} are mysterious gems that are used to activate [[Moon Gate]]s in {{FSA}}. In the game, they are said to guide their users into the [[Dark World]],<ref>{{Cite|You got a Moon Pearl! This mysterious gem guides its bearer into the Dark World.|N/A|FSA}}</ref> which is true as [[Moon Gate]]s are used to access the Dark World.  
{{Manual|FSA|Moon Gate<br/>Moon Pearl|If you get a strange feeling somewhere you are walking, you might be able to find the Moon Gate that connects to Dark World by holding a Moon Pearl over your head.}}
{{Plural|FSA|Moon Pearl}} are mysterious gems that are used to activate [[Moon Gate]]s in {{FSA}}. They are said to guide their users into the [[Dark World]],<ref>{{Cite|You got a {{Color|FSA Green|Moon Pearl}}! This mysterious gem guides its bearer into the Dark World.|Game Screen|FSA}}</ref> which is true as [[Moon Gate]]s are used to access the Dark World.  


Unlike their predecessor in {{ALttP}}, there appear to be more than one {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}}, and while their functions also seem to differ, they are both related to the Dark World. They are sometimes given to the {{Term|FSA|Links|link}}, who have the distinct ability to sense Moon Gates, by civilians in hope of being saved.<ref>{{Cite|Incredible! You can sense the Moon Gates? ...Then perhaps you can save our village! Then take this Moon Pearl!|Old Man|FSA}}</ref> In dungeons, they're often found in [[Treasure Chest]]s and are usually required to solve certain puzzles.
Unlike their predecessor in {{ALttP}}, there appear to be more than one {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}}, and while their functions also seem to differ, they are both related to the Dark World. They are sometimes given to the {{Plural|FSA|Links|link}}, who have the distinct ability to sense Moon Gates, by civilians in hope of being saved.<ref>{{Cite|... Incredible! You can sense the Moon Gates? ...Then perhaps you can save our village! Then take this {{Color|FSA Green|Moon Pearl}}!|Old Man|FSA}}</ref> In dungeons, they're often found in [[Treasure Chest]]s and are usually required to solve certain puzzles.


When a {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} is brought near an inactivate Moon Gate, the {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} will glow as well. If brought too close, the {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} will burst, and a Moon Gate will appear. Because of this, each {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} can only be used once, forcing Link to find a new {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} for each Moon Gate.
When a {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} is brought near an inactivate Moon Gate, the {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} will glow as well. If brought too close, the {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} will burst, and a Moon Gate will appear. Because of this, each {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} can only be used once, forcing Link to find a new {{Term|FSA|Moon Pearl}} for each Moon Gate.
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:Moon Pearl Art.png|Alternate art of the {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}} from {{ALttP|-}}
File:ALttP Moon Pearl Artwork 2.png|Alternate art of the {{Term|ALttP|Moon Pearl}} from {{ALttP|-}}
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Revision as of 21:25, 3 September 2023

Moon Pearls are recurring Items in The Legend of Zelda series.[1]

Location and Uses

A Link to the Past

The Moon Pearl, as seen in the inventory from A Link to the Past
The Moon Pearl, as seen in the inventory from A Link to the Past

The Moon Pearl is a shining gem which protects Link from Ganon's magic, allowing him to retain his normal shape while in the Dark World.[2][3] Other humans entering the Dark World are transformed into shapes which reflect their "True Nature", or personality. This is shown by the pair of men on Death Mountain, as well as Link himself. The Bully is transformed into a demon-like creature because of his devilish nature, and the Bully's Friend turned into a ball because he could never make up his mind. Link's "true nature" is represented by a pink rabbit. The Moon Pearl can be found in the Tower of Hera.

Four Swords Adventures

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Moon Gate
Moon Pearl
If you get a strange feeling somewhere you are walking, you might be able to find the Moon Gate that connects to Dark World by holding a Moon Pearl over your head.

Moon Pearls are mysterious gems that are used to activate Moon Gates in Four Swords Adventures. They are said to guide their users into the Dark World,[4] which is true as Moon Gates are used to access the Dark World.

Unlike their predecessor in A Link to the Past, there appear to be more than one Moon Pearl, and while their functions also seem to differ, they are both related to the Dark World. They are sometimes given to the Links, who have the distinct ability to sense Moon Gates, by civilians in hope of being saved.[5] In dungeons, they're often found in Treasure Chests and are usually required to solve certain puzzles.

When a Moon Pearl is brought near an inactivate Moon Gate, the Moon Pearl will glow as well. If brought too close, the Moon Pearl will burst, and a Moon Gate will appear. Because of this, each Moon Pearl can only be used once, forcing Link to find a new Moon Pearl for each Moon Gate.

Nomenclature

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LanguageNamesMeanings
Japan
Japanese
ムーンパール (Mūn Pāru) (ALttP)[8]Same as English.
The Italian Republic
Italian
Perla Lunare (ALttP | FSA)[6][7]Same as English.
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Gallery

References

  1. Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 132 (ALttP | FSA)
  2. "You found the Moon Pearl! This protects The Hero from the transforming effects of the Golden Power" — N/A (A Link to the Past)
  3. "The Moon Pearl: A jewel that repels magic. It protects the bearer from the evil power of the Demon King who controls the Dark World, and prevents any transformation to the bearer when they cross into the Dark World from the Light World." (Hyrule Historia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 95)
  4. "You got a Moon Pearl! This mysterious gem guides its bearer into the Dark World." — Game Screen (Four Swords Adventures)
  5. "... Incredible! You can sense the Moon Gates? ...Then perhaps you can save our village! Then take this Moon Pearl!" — Old Man (Four Swords Adventures)
  6. "Nella torre è custodito un globo chiamato Perla Lunare." — Sahasrahla (A Link to the Past, Italian localization)
  7. "Hai preso una Perla Lunare!" — N/A (Four Swords Adventures, Italian localization)
  8. A Link to the Past manual, pg. 29 Nintendo Official Guidebook: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 1, Shogakukan, pg. 23 Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords, Shogakukan, pg. 16