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The Mysterious Woods are a [[Forest]] located in the west area of [[Koholint Island]]. It is found north of [[Mabe Village]], south of [[Goponga Swamp]], and west of [[Koholint Prairie]]. It is one of the first places [[Link]] visits during his adventure to wake the [[Wind Fish]], and is the second area in which he meets the {{Term|LANS|Owl|link}}. The [[Tail Key]], which unlocks the entrance to the game's first [[Dungeon]], [[Tail Cave]], can be found here.

As the name implies, the Mysterious Woods are known for being slightly mysterious,<ref>{{Cite| Mysterious Forest (It's a little bit mysterious)|Sign|LADX}}</ref> possibly referring to the fact that they are quite maze-like or that they are home to a [[Great Fairy]]. They have three entrances, the main one, located in the southwest, leading to [[Mabe Village]]. There is another in the northwest leading to [[Goponga Swamp]], and a final one in northeast leading to [[Koholint Prairie]]. The Woods appear darker than most other areas in the game, suggesting that they have little lighting. This is most likely due to the many trees in the area. It is implied that mushrooms and toadstools grow well in the Mysterious Woods, as [[Tarin]] came here looking for toadstools,<ref name="Marin">{{Cite|Hi! Tarin went to the forest to look for toadstools, but I'd rather sing. Listen to this, it's called the 'Ballad of the Wind Fish.' |Marin|LADX}}</ref> and the [[Witch]] specifically tells Link that he should look for mushrooms here if he ever runs out of [[Magic Powder]].<ref>{{Cite| Good job! Use it on your enemies and see what happens. If you run out, go to the forest, pick some mushrooms, and I will make you more. |Syrup|LADX}}</ref> The Woods also contain two small caves, one of which has two entrances connecting the eastern and northwestern areas. In order to navigate the Woods, Link must obtain the Magic Powder, and in order to fully explore it, he must obtain the [[Power Bracelet]] and [[Hookshot]]. There are several holes that can be bypassed with the [[Roc's Feather]], but these only serve as shortcuts.

According to [[Grandpa Ulrira]], the Mysterious Woods are home to most of the [[Moblin]]s that inhabit Koholint Island.<ref>{{Cite|'BRRING! BRRING! Hello, this is Ulrira! ...Well, most Moblins live in the Mysterious Forest, but some live in the caves of Tal Tal Heights... I hope that is what you wanted to know! CLICK!' |Grandpa Ulrira|LADX}}</ref> They are also home to many [[Zol]], and several [[Keese]] can be found inside the cave connecting the eastern and northwestern areas. To the right of the entrance of the Woods is a [[Treasure Chest]] containing a [[Secret Seashell]]. However, Link cannot reach it initially as it is blocked off by a [[Rock]] that requires the Power Bracelet to move. Another treasure chest containing the Tail Key can be found in the very north of the Woods.

Link first travels to the Mysterious Woods after being instructed to do so by the Owl once he obtains his [[Sword]] at [[Toronbo Shores]].<ref>{{Cite|Hoot!Hoot! So you are the lad who owns the sword... Now I understand why the monsters are starting to act so violently... A courageous lad has come to wake the Wind Fish... It is said that you cannot leave the island unless you wake the Wind Fish... You should now go north, to the Mysterious Forest. I will wait for you there! Hoot! |Owl|LADX}}</ref> On the way, he can speak to [[Marin]], who informs him that Tarin went into the Woods to look for toadstools.<ref name="Marin"/> Upon arriving in the Woods, he is greeted by the Owl, who explains that Link may find it difficult to leave the island while the Wind Fish sleeps, and should enter Tail Cave using the Key that can be found in the Woods.<ref>{{Cite|Hoot! Ho, brave lad, on your quest to wake the dreamer! Welcome to the Mysterious Wood! Much of mystery you will find on this uncharted Koholint island! I'm afraid you may find it a trifle difficult to leave the island while the Wind Fish naps. ...By the by, have you ever visited the Tail Cave, which is south of the village? Go there with the key you find in this forest... The Wind Fish is watching...Hoot! |Owl|LADX}}</ref> Upon Link's initial visit, the path to the northern area is blocked by a racoon, who casts a curse on Link if he tries to pass. This curse only sends him to another part of the forest.<ref>{{Cite|Heh heh heh ho! You're goin' ta be lost, thanks to me! Heh heh! |Tarin|LADX}}</ref> Link must obtain some Magic Powder, to which the raccoon's nose is sensitive,<ref>{{Cite|As a raccoon, my nose is verrry sensitive, ta stuff like dust and powder... |Tarin|LADX}}</ref> in order to pass. Link must travel through the cave connecting the eastern and northwestern areas of the Woods to find a [[Sleepy Toadstool]]. This must be taken to the Witch who lives in Koholint Prarie, who will use it to make Magic Powder.<ref name="Witch">{{Cite|Ahhh... It has the Sleepy Toadstool, it does! We'll mix it up something in a jiffy, we will! |Syrup|LADX}}</ref> Link must return to the Mysterious Woods and use the Magic Powder on the raccoon. The raccoon turns out to actually be Tarin, who transformed after eating an unusual toadstool.<ref>{{Cite|The last thing I kin remember was bitin' into a big juicy toadstool... Then, I had the darndest dream... I was a raccoon! Yeah, sounds strange, but it sure was fun! |Tarin|LADX}}</ref> Sprinkling Magic Powder on him changes him back and allows passage through the Woods, to where the Tail Key can be found. From that point, Link can return to the [[South of the Village]] region and enter Tail Cave.

In the eastern area of the Woods is a tunnel that leads to the northwestern area, outside of which is a sign warning travelers about cracked floors.<ref>{{Cite|Beware of floors with cracks! A heavy person should not stand on them! |Sign|LADX}}</ref> Within the first room of this tunnel is a treasure chest containing fifty [[Rupee]]s surrounded by several crystalline obstacles that must be shattered with the sword. The second room contains nothing but two Green Zols, while the third contains a [[Piece of Heart]], although it can only be obtained if Link has obtained the Power Bracelet from [[Bottle Grotto]]. Just outside the northwestern exit of this tunnel, a [[Sleepy Toadstool]] can be found, which can be taken to the [[Witch]], who can use it to make [[Magic Powder]].<ref name="Witch"/>