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The '''Twili''' (pronounced {{IPA|ˈtwaɪli}}){{Fact|TP}} are a race of shadow beings who inhabit the [[Twilight Realm]] in {{TP}}.<ref>{{Cite book|quote= Twili were once a group of criminals who sought the power of the Triforce using magic and were banished from the Light World to the Twilight Realm (page 30).|book= E|page= 55}}</ref> Although usually a peaceful tribe, the Twili are transformed into hideous creatures known as [[Twilit Messenger]]s by the Usurper King [[Zant]] and used to invade [[Hyrule]]. [[Link]] is able to return several of them to their normal forms when he encounters them in the Twilight Realm. He is even aided in his quest to stop Zant by [[Midna]], a Twili and the princess of the Twilight Realm.
The '''Twili''' are a race of shadow beings who inhabit the [[Twilight Realm]] in {{TP}}.<ref>{{Cite book|quote= Twili were once a group of criminals who sought the power of the Triforce using magic and were banished from the Light World to the Twilight Realm (page 30). |book= E |publisher= |page= 55}}</ref> Although usually a peaceful tribe, the Twili are transformed into hideous creatures known as [[Twilit Messenger]]s by the Usurper King [[Zant]] and used to invade [[Hyrule]]. [[Link]] is able to return several of them to their normal forms when he encounters them in the Twilight Realm. He is even aided in his quest to stop Zant by [[Midna]], a Twili and the princess of the Twilight Realm.


==Background==
==Background==
The Twili are descendants of a tribe of sorcerers of unknown ethnicity from Hyrule,<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The origin of the Twili dates back to an ancient battle among Hylians over the Triforce of the Sacred Realm.|book=E|page=30}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=Even among the Hylians, there are a variety of peoples of different cultures and ethnicities.|book=E|page=44}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=Hylians: The Hylians, The Sheikah, The Wind Tribe, The Gerudo, The Kokiri|book=E|page=55}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=The Twili were once people of Hyrule with powerful magical abilities.|book=E|page=30}}</ref> who are referred to as [[Interlopers]]. Eons ago, the Interlopers were condemned to the Twilight Realm by the [[Golden Goddesses]] of [[Hyrule]] as punishment for their misgoverned attempt to use magic to claim the [[Triforce]].<ref>{{Cite|Among those living in the light, interlopers who excelled at magic appeared. Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|What do you think happened to the magic wielders who tried to rule the Sacred Realm? They were banished. They were chased across the sacred lands of Hyrule and driven into another realm by the goddesses.|Midna|TP}}</ref> Their old magic became known as the [[Fused Shadow]], an instrument of dark power.<ref>{{Cite|Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm. It was then that the goddesses ordered us three light spirits to intervene. We sealed away the great magic those individuals had mastered. You know this magic… It is the dark power you seek…the Fused Shadow.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref> However, during their failed attempt to conquer the Sacred Realm, their Fused Shadow was split into four pieces and scattered throughout the Twilight Realm and [[Hyrule]]. The tribe lived and evolved in the Twilight Realm for centuries in isolation, mere shadows of what they once were, as over time they became accustomed to their surroundings and came to accept their fate.<ref>{{Cite|In the shadows we regressed, so much so that we soon knew neither anger nor hatred...nor even the faintest bloom of desire.|Zant|TP}}</ref> While some learned to love the beautiful peace that could only be found in Twilight, others felt that they were being oppressed by the people of the Light World.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The people of the Twilight lived in peace for many years, but there were those among them who felt that the denizens of the Light World were oppressing them.|book=HH|publisher=Dark Horse Books|page=114}}</ref> Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still possess some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still posses some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport.|book=E|page=30}}</ref>
The Twili are descendants of a tribe of sorcerers of unknown ethnicity from Hyrule,<ref>{{Cite book|quote= The origin of the Twili dates back to an ancient battle among Hylians over the Triforce of the Sacred Realm. |book= E |publisher= |page= 30}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote= Even among the Hylians, there are a variety of peoples of different cultures and ethnicities. |book= E |publisher= |page= 44}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote=Hylians: The Hylians, The Sheikah, The Wind Tribe, The Gerudo, The Kokiri |book= E |publisher= |page= 55}}</ref><ref>{{Cite book|quote= The Twili were once people of Hyrule with powerful magical abilities. |book= E |publisher= |page= 30}}</ref> who are referred to as [[Interlopers]]. Eons ago, the Interlopers were condemned to the Twilight Realm by the [[Golden Goddesses]] of [[Hyrule]] as punishment for their misgoverned attempt to use magic to claim the [[Triforce]].<ref>{{Cite|Among those living in the light, interlopers who excelled at magic appeared. Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|What do you think happened to the magic wielders who tried to rule the Sacred Realm? They were banished. They were chased across the sacred lands of Hyrule and driven into another realm by the goddesses.|Midna|TP}}</ref> Their old magic became known as the [[Fused Shadow]], an instrument of dark power.<ref>{{Cite|Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm. It was then that the goddesses ordered us three light spirits to intervene. We sealed away the great magic those individuals had mastered. You know this magic… It is the dark power you seek…the Fused Shadow.|Lanayru|TP}}</ref> However, during their failed attempt to conquer the Sacred Realm, their Fused Shadow was split into four pieces and scattered throughout the Twilight Realm and [[Hyrule]]. The tribe lived and evolved in the Twilight Realm for centuries in isolation, mere shadows of what they once were, as over time they became accustomed to their surroundings and came to accept their fate.<ref>{{Cite|In the shadows we regressed, so much so that we soon knew neither anger nor hatred...nor even the faintest bloom of desire.|Zant|TP}}</ref> While some learned to love the beautiful peace that could only be found in Twilight, others felt that they were being oppressed by the people of the Light World.<ref>{{Cite book|quote= The people of the Twilight lived in peace for many years, but there were those among them who felt that the denizens of the Light World were oppressing them. |book= HH |publisher= |page= 114}}</ref> The Twili lost their most powerful abilities but they still possess some magical power and teleportation is possible for the strongest Twili.<ref>{{Cite book|quote= Though they lost their most powerful abilities, the Twili still possess some magical power, and the strongest of them can even teleport. |book= E |publisher= |page= 30}}</ref>


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The Twili built a leadership structure around those with the strongest magical abilities.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=They built a leadership structure around those with the strongest magical abilities.|book=E|publisher=Dark Horse Books|page=30}}</ref> After centuries of rule, the Twilight Princess Midna became one of many rulers in a long line of royalty. It was around this time that a rebel force grew from within the Twilight, spearheaded by Zant. It is revealed that Zant believed that he was the heir apparent to the throne, but the position was passed over.<ref>{{Cite|Because I believed I would be the next to rule our people! THAT is why! But would they acknowledge me as their king? No!|Zant|TP}}</ref> Distraught, Zant ran outside the [[Palace of Twilight]] to vent his frustration. In the midst of Zant's exasperation, [[Ganondorf]] appeared to him and stated that he would lend him his power to take over the Twilight Realm and Hyrule.<ref>{{Cite|It was then, in the thrall of hatred and despair, that I turned my eyes to the heavens...and found a god.|Zant|TP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|I shall house my power in you... If there is anything you desire, then I shall desire it, too.|Ganondorf|TP}}</ref> In a fit of rage, Zant used this power to transform most of the inhabitants of the Twilight Realm into monsters and, as a form of humiliation, transformed Midna into an imp creature. Midna's only hope was to find the magic of her ancestors, the Fused Shadows, and use it against Zant to save the realm and her people.
The Twili's leadership structure was built around the Twili with the strongest magical abilities.<ref>{{Cite book|quote= They built a leadership structure around those with the strongest magical abilities. |book= E |publisher= |page= 30}}</ref> After centuries of rule, the Twilight Princess Midna became one of many rulers in a long line of royalty. It was around this time that a rebel force grew from within the Twilight, spearheaded by Zant. It is revealed that Zant believed that he was the heir apparent to the throne, but the position was passed over.<ref>{{Cite|Because I believed I would be the next to rule our people! THAT is why! But would they acknowledge me as their king? No!|Zant|TP}}</ref> Distraught, Zant ran outside the [[Palace of Twilight]] to vent his frustration. In the midst of Zant's exasperation, [[Ganondorf]] appeared to him and stated that he would lend him his power to take over the Twilight Realm and Hyrule.<ref>{{Cite|It was then, in the thrall of hatred and despair, that I turned my eyes to the heavens...and found a god.|Zant|TP}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|I shall house my power in you... If there is anything you desire, then I shall desire it, too.|Ganondorf|TP}}</ref> In a fit of rage, Zant used this power to transform most of the inhabitants of the Twilight Realm into monsters and, as a form of humiliation, transformed Midna into an imp creature. Midna's only hope was to find the magic of her ancestors, the Fused Shadows, and use it against Zant to save the realm and her people.


The Twili are usually seen as [[Twilit Messenger|enemies]], but when Link goes to the Palace of Twilight, he reverts several of the Twili to their true forms.
The Twili are usually seen as [[Twilit Messenger|enemies]], but when Link goes to the Palace of Twilight, he reverts several of the Twili to their true forms.
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The Twili have glowing markings on their skin, which is black and pale bluish-gray in color. This complexion may be due to lack of full light as the Twili transformed after they were ejected from the World of Light. They also have oval eyes that are normally red, yellow, or orange. They are usually quite thin and much taller than [[Hylian]]s.
The Twili have glowing markings on their skin, which is black and pale bluish-gray in color. This complexion may be due to lack of full light as the Twili transformed after they were ejected from the World of Light. They also have oval eyes that are normally red, yellow, or orange. They are usually quite thin and much taller than [[Hylian]]s.


The Twili rarely speak, and most only communicate with other Twili. Their markings are distinct and signify their clans.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=Typical Twili. They rarely speak, and most only communicate with other Twili. Note the distinct patterns on their chests, signifying their clans.|book=E|page=30}}</ref>
The Twili rarely speak with most choosing to only communicate with their fellow Twili.<ref name="Typical"/> The distinct markings on their chests signifies their clan.<ref name="Typical"/>


==Nomenclature==
==Nomenclature==

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Template:Species The Twili are a race of shadow beings who inhabit the Twilight Realm in Twilight Princess.[1] Although usually a peaceful tribe, the Twili are transformed into hideous creatures known as Twilit Messengers by the Usurper King Zant and used to invade Hyrule. Link is able to return several of them to their normal forms when he encounters them in the Twilight Realm. He is even aided in his quest to stop Zant by Midna, a Twili and the princess of the Twilight Realm.

Background

The Twili are descendants of a tribe of sorcerers of unknown ethnicity from Hyrule,[2][3][4][5] who are referred to as Interlopers. Eons ago, the Interlopers were condemned to the Twilight Realm by the Golden Goddesses of Hyrule as punishment for their misgoverned attempt to use magic to claim the Triforce.[6][7] Their old magic became known as the Fused Shadow, an instrument of dark power.[8] However, during their failed attempt to conquer the Sacred Realm, their Fused Shadow was split into four pieces and scattered throughout the Twilight Realm and Hyrule. The tribe lived and evolved in the Twilight Realm for centuries in isolation, mere shadows of what they once were, as over time they became accustomed to their surroundings and came to accept their fate.[9] While some learned to love the beautiful peace that could only be found in Twilight, others felt that they were being oppressed by the people of the Light World.[10] The Twili lost their most powerful abilities but they still possess some magical power and teleportation is possible for the strongest Twili.[11]

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Twili transformed by Zant's curse

The Twili's leadership structure was built around the Twili with the strongest magical abilities.[12] After centuries of rule, the Twilight Princess Midna became one of many rulers in a long line of royalty. It was around this time that a rebel force grew from within the Twilight, spearheaded by Zant. It is revealed that Zant believed that he was the heir apparent to the throne, but the position was passed over.[13] Distraught, Zant ran outside the Palace of Twilight to vent his frustration. In the midst of Zant's exasperation, Ganondorf appeared to him and stated that he would lend him his power to take over the Twilight Realm and Hyrule.[14][15] In a fit of rage, Zant used this power to transform most of the inhabitants of the Twilight Realm into monsters and, as a form of humiliation, transformed Midna into an imp creature. Midna's only hope was to find the magic of her ancestors, the Fused Shadows, and use it against Zant to save the realm and her people.

The Twili are usually seen as enemies, but when Link goes to the Palace of Twilight, he reverts several of the Twili to their true forms.

Characteristics

The Twili have glowing markings on their skin, which is black and pale bluish-gray in color. This complexion may be due to lack of full light as the Twili transformed after they were ejected from the World of Light. They also have oval eyes that are normally red, yellow, or orange. They are usually quite thin and much taller than Hylians.

The Twili rarely speak with most choosing to only communicate with their fellow Twili.[16] The distinct markings on their chests signifies their clan.[16]

Nomenclature

TMC Forest Minish Artwork.png Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite.png
Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese 影の一族 (Kage no Ichizoku) Shadow Clan
French-speaking countries French Twilit
Germany German Schattenvolk Shadow People
Italy Italian Stirpe dell'ombra
Persona dell'ombra 		Shadow race
Shadow person

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References

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  6. ↑ "Among those living in the light, interlopers who excelled at magic appeared. Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm." — Lanayru (Twilight Princess)
  7. ↑ "What do you think happened to the magic wielders who tried to rule the Sacred Realm? They were banished. They were chased across the sacred lands of Hyrule and driven into another realm by the goddesses." — Midna (Twilight Princess)
  8. ↑ "Wielding powerful sorcery, they tried to establish dominion over the Sacred Realm. It was then that the goddesses ordered us three light spirits to intervene. We sealed away the great magic those individuals had mastered. You know this magic… It is the dark power you seek…the Fused Shadow." — Lanayru (Twilight Princess)
  9. ↑ "In the shadows we regressed, so much so that we soon knew neither anger nor hatred...nor even the faintest bloom of desire." — Zant (Twilight Princess)
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  13. ↑ "Because I believed I would be the next to rule our people! THAT is why! But would they acknowledge me as their king? No!" — Zant (Twilight Princess)
  14. ↑ "It was then, in the thrall of hatred and despair, that I turned my eyes to the heavens...and found a god." — Zant (Twilight Princess)
  15. ↑ "I shall house my power in you... If there is anything you desire, then I shall desire it, too." — Ganondorf (Twilight Princess)
  16. ↑ 16.0 16.1 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Typical

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