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=== The Era of Chaos === | === The Era of Chaos === | ||
[[File:Temple of Time 3.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The Pedestal of Time inside the Temple of Time]] | [[File:Temple of Time 3.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The Pedestal of Time inside the Temple of Time]] | ||
Following the defeat of Demise, the world created by the [[Golden Goddesses]] and guarded by the Goddess [[Hylia]], became known as [[Hyrule]], Kingdom of the Gods. Hyrule knew many years of peace, however, the legend of the Triforce and its power was lusted after by many people, and a wave of chaos descended upon the land of Hyrule as people tried to take this power for themselves. To protect the sacred power, [[Rauru]], the Sage of Light, sealed the entrance to the [[Sacred Realm]] within the [[Temple of Time]], with the [[Master Sword]] and the [[Spiritual Stones]] securing the barriers to its entrance. The [[Temple of Light]], located at the center of the Sacred Realm, became the resting place of the Triforce, while Rauru isolated himself within the temple to continue protecting the sacred relic.<ref>{{ | Following the defeat of Demise, the world created by the [[Golden Goddesses]] and guarded by the Goddess [[Hylia]], became known as [[Hyrule]], Kingdom of the Gods.<ref>{{cite book|quote=The world that the 3 goddesses created and that the goddess, Hylia protected became known as Hyrule.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=77|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> Hyrule knew many years of peace, however, the legend of the Triforce and its power was lusted after by many people, and a wave of chaos descended upon the land of Hyrule as people tried to take this power for themselves.<ref>{{cite book|quote=Peace continued through the land for a long time, but with a new era, a wave of chaos descended upon the land. [...] The almighty power of folklore was lusted over by many, many people and there was a never ending struggle over the Triforce.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=77|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> To protect the sacred power, [[Rauru]], the Sage of Light, sealed the entrance to the [[Sacred Realm]] within the [[Temple of Time]], with the [[Master Sword]] and the [[Spiritual Stones]] securing the barriers to its entrance.<ref>{{cite book|quote=The Sage of Light, Rauru, constructed the Temple of Time around the only entrance to the Sacred Realm which housed the Triforce. The Sacred Realm was sealed with the Master Sword, along with the ability to pass through time. The Master Sword’s pedestal was closed off behind the Door of Time and three sacred stones acted as keys, which were guarded by the trusted people of the forest, the people of water, and the people of fire.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=77|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> The [[Temple of Light]], located at the center of the Sacred Realm, became the resting place of the Triforce, while Rauru isolated himself within the temple to continue protecting the sacred relic.<ref>{{cite|The Temple of Light, situated in the very center of the Sacred Realm, is the last stronghold against Ganondorf's evil forces.|Rauru|Ocarina of Time}}</ref><ref>{{cite book|quote=The Triforce was enshrined in the Temple of Light and Rauru was isolated from the world inside the Sacred Realm to continue to protect the power of the gods.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=77|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> | ||
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=== The Era of Prosperity === | === The Era of Prosperity === | ||
[[File:HyruleInPeace.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Kingdom of Hyrule]] | [[File:HyruleInPeace.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Kingdom of Hyrule]] | ||
Those with the blood of the Goddess [[Hylia]], reborn as Zelda, established the kingdom of Hyrule. [[Hyrule Castle]] was build at the center of the land, watching over the [[Temple of Time]], which was protecting the Sacred Realm and the Triforce. Within the [[Royal Family of Hyrule]], as descendants of the Goddess, many were born with magic-infused blood, endowing them with psychic powers and skill in wizardry.<ref>{{cite manual|quote=With their magic infused blood, the Hylian people were endowed with psychic powers and skill in wizardry.|game=A Link to the Past|page=4}}</ref> It is also believed that the Hylians' pointed ears allow them to hear the messages of the gods.<ref>{{cite manual|quote=It was also said that their long, pointed ears enabled them to hear special messages from the gods.|game=A Link to the Past|page=4}}</ref> Those blood-related to the Goddess became known as the chosen people: [[Hylians]].<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The Era of Prosperity|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|publisher=[[Nintendo]]|page=77}}</ref> | Those with the blood of the Goddess [[Hylia]], reborn as Zelda, established the kingdom of Hyrule.<ref>{{cite book|quote=Those who inherited the blood of the goddess, Hylia, who was reborn into Zelda, established Hyrule.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=77|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> [[Hyrule Castle]] was build at the center of the land, watching over the [[Temple of Time]], which was protecting the Sacred Realm and the Triforce.<ref>{{cite book|quote=They built a castle in the centre of Hyrule, where the Temple of Time rested and watched over the Sacred Realm and the Triforce.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=77|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> Within the [[Royal Family of Hyrule]], as descendants of the Goddess, many were born with magic-infused blood, endowing them with psychic powers and skill in wizardry.<ref>{{cite manual|quote=With their magic infused blood, the Hylian people were endowed with psychic powers and skill in wizardry.|game=A Link to the Past|page=4}}</ref> It is also believed that the Hylians' pointed ears allow them to hear the messages of the gods.<ref>{{cite manual|quote=It was also said that their long, pointed ears enabled them to hear special messages from the gods.|game=A Link to the Past|page=4}}</ref> Those blood-related to the Goddess became known as the chosen people: [[Hylians]].<ref>{{Cite book|quote=The Era of Prosperity|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|publisher=[[Nintendo]]|page=77}}</ref> | ||
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With the gates of the Sacred Realm unguarded, Ganondorf was able to enter and take the Triforce for his own.<ref>{{cite|Geh heh heh! Excellent work! As I thought, you held the keys to the Door of Time! You have led me to the gates of the Sacred Realm...Yes, I owe it all to you, kid!|Ganondorf|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> However, since his heart was not in balance, the Prince of Darkness was left with only the Triforce of Power. Despite this, Ganondorf was able to use it to conquer the land of Hyrule, as the Hero of Time slept for seven years. After seizing the Triforce and corrupting the Sacred Realm, he caused that corruption to seep into the temples of the Sages, which became infested with all kinds of monsters,<ref>{{Cite|But, remember... Though you opened the Door of Time in the name of peace... Ganondorf, the [[Gerudo]] King of Thieves, used it to enter this forbidden [[Sacred Realm]]! He obtained the [[Triforce]] from the [[Temple of Light]], and with its power, he became the King of Evil... His evil power radiated from the temples of Hyrule, and in seven short years, it transformed Hyrule into a world of monsters. My power now has only little influence, even in this Sacred Realm... Namely, this Chamber of Sages. But there is still hope... The power of the Sages remains. When the power of all the Sages is awakened... The Sages' Seals will contain all the evil power in the void of the Realm... I, Rauru, am one of the Sages... And... Your power to fight together with the Sages makes you the Hero of Time! The Hero of Time, chosen by the Master Sword! Keep my spirit with you... And, find the power of the other Sages and add their might to your own!|[[Rauru]]|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> so that the Sages-to-be would not be able to fulfill their duty and aid [[Link]].<ref>{{Cite|One Sage is waiting for the time of awakening in the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]]. The Sage is a [[Saria|girl I am sure you know]]...Because of the evil power in the temple, she cannot hear the awakening call from the [[Sacred Realm]]... Unfortunately, equipped as you currently are, you cannot even enter the temple... But, if you believe what I'm saying, you should head to [[Kakariko Village]]... Do you understand, Link?|[[Sheik]]|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> | With the gates of the Sacred Realm unguarded, Ganondorf was able to enter and take the Triforce for his own.<ref>{{cite|Geh heh heh! Excellent work! As I thought, you held the keys to the Door of Time! You have led me to the gates of the Sacred Realm...Yes, I owe it all to you, kid!|Ganondorf|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> However, since his heart was not in balance, the Prince of Darkness was left with only the Triforce of Power. Despite this, Ganondorf was able to use it to conquer the land of Hyrule, as the Hero of Time slept for seven years. After seizing the Triforce and corrupting the Sacred Realm, he caused that corruption to seep into the temples of the Sages, which became infested with all kinds of monsters,<ref>{{Cite|But, remember... Though you opened the Door of Time in the name of peace... Ganondorf, the [[Gerudo]] King of Thieves, used it to enter this forbidden [[Sacred Realm]]! He obtained the [[Triforce]] from the [[Temple of Light]], and with its power, he became the King of Evil... His evil power radiated from the temples of Hyrule, and in seven short years, it transformed Hyrule into a world of monsters. My power now has only little influence, even in this Sacred Realm... Namely, this Chamber of Sages. But there is still hope... The power of the Sages remains. When the power of all the Sages is awakened... The Sages' Seals will contain all the evil power in the void of the Realm... I, Rauru, am one of the Sages... And... Your power to fight together with the Sages makes you the Hero of Time! The Hero of Time, chosen by the Master Sword! Keep my spirit with you... And, find the power of the other Sages and add their might to your own!|[[Rauru]]|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> so that the Sages-to-be would not be able to fulfill their duty and aid [[Link]].<ref>{{Cite|One Sage is waiting for the time of awakening in the [[Forest Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Forest Temple]]. The Sage is a [[Saria|girl I am sure you know]]...Because of the evil power in the temple, she cannot hear the awakening call from the [[Sacred Realm]]... Unfortunately, equipped as you currently are, you cannot even enter the temple... But, if you believe what I'm saying, you should head to [[Kakariko Village]]... Do you understand, Link?|[[Sheik]]|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> | ||
As Link awakened after seven years, he found Hyrule in ruins. Led by Rauru's and [[Sheik]]'s instructions, Link managed to cleanse the temples and help each Sage to gain their power. Upon Rauru's advice, he then returned to the Temple of Time, where he found [[Sheik]] waiting. His mysterious ally revealed himself to be none other than Princess Zelda, keeper of the Triforce of Wisdom and the seventh Sage, leader of them all. The reunion was cut short when the princess was abducted by Ganondorf. With the Sages help, Link fought his way to the top of [[Ganon's Tower]], clearing the path to Ganondorf for the final showdown between the Hero of Time and the King of Evil. | As Link awakened after seven years, he found Hyrule in ruins. Led by Rauru's and [[Sheik]]'s instructions, Link managed to cleanse the temples and help each Sage to gain their power. Upon Rauru's advice, he then returned to the Temple of Time, where he found [[Sheik]] waiting. His mysterious ally revealed himself to be none other than Princess Zelda, keeper of the Triforce of Wisdom and the seventh Sage, leader of them all. The reunion was cut short when the princess was abducted by Ganondorf. With the Sages help, Link fought his way to the top of [[Ganon's Tower]], clearing the path to Ganondorf for the final showdown between the Hero of Time and the King of Evil.<ref>{{cite book|quote=However, Ganondorf, who had held Link under observation, kidnapped Princess Zelda and took her to the castle, and, in an effort to obtain the Triforce, lured Link to him. [..] Finally, the time had come to battle with Ganondorf.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=90|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> | ||
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==Split of the Timeline== | == Split of the Timeline == | ||
{{Main|The End of Ocarina of Time}} | {{Main|The End of Ocarina of Time}} | ||
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==Decline Timeline== | == Decline Timeline == | ||
The '''Decline Timeline''' is the timeline in which Link, the Hero of Time, despite his best efforts, was defeated by Ganondorf in the final battle. Ganondorf obtained the remaining Triforce pieces from Link and Zelda, and was subsequently sealed within the [[Dark World|corrupted Sacred Realm]] by the seven Sages. In the years to follow, the Hylian blood slowly diminishes and the kingdom of Hyrule is reduced in size. This timeline branch contains the events of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the ''[[Oracle Series|Oracle]]'' series, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'', and ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'' in that order. | The '''Decline Timeline''' is the timeline in which Link, the Hero of Time, despite his best efforts, was defeated by Ganondorf in the final battle.<ref>{{cite book|quote=The thief, Ganondorf, obtains the Triforce of Power and gets his hands on Princess Zelda. Link, the Hero of Time, challenges him for the destiny of Hyrule, but is defeated.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=92|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> Ganondorf obtained the remaining Triforce pieces from Link and Zelda,<ref>{{cite book|quote=Finally, Ganondorf obtains the Triforce of Wisdom that dwells in Zelda and the Triforce of Courage that dwells in Link.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=92|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> and was subsequently sealed within the [[Dark World|corrupted Sacred Realm]] by the seven Sages.<ref>{{cite book|quote=The Seven Sages Seal Away the Demon King, Ganon|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=92|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> In the years to follow, the Hylian blood slowly diminishes and the kingdom of Hyrule is reduced in size.<ref>{{cite book|quote=The conflicts surrounding the Triforce happen again and again, the blood of the gods wanes, and the kingdom of Hyrule is reduced in size.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=92|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> This timeline branch contains the events of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the ''[[Oracle Series|Oracle]]'' series, ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'', and ''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]'' in that order. | ||
===Ganondorf obtains the complete Triforce=== | === Ganondorf obtains the complete Triforce === | ||
[[File:Imprisoning War.jpg|right|thumb|The Seven Sages cast the seal.]] | [[File:Imprisoning War.jpg|right|thumb|The Seven Sages cast the seal.]] | ||
After the Hero of Time is defeated at the hands of Ganondorf, the King of Evil extracted the Triforce of Courage from Link and the Triforce of Wisdom from Zelda. Obtaining the true power of the complete Triforce, he is transformed into the Demon King Ganon. In a desperate last resort, the Seven Sages seal Ganon along with the complete Triforce away in the Sacred Realm, which was already transformed into the Dark World as a reflection of Ganondorf's evil heart.<ref>{{cite|The resting place of the sacred triangle, the Sacred Realm, is a mirror that reflects what is in the heart... the heart of one who enters it... If an evil heart, the Realm will become full of evil; if pure, the Realm will become a paradise.|Princess Zelda|OOT}}</ref><ref> | After the Hero of Time is defeated at the hands of Ganondorf, the King of Evil extracted the Triforce of Courage from Link and the Triforce of Wisdom from Zelda. Obtaining the true power of the complete Triforce, he is transformed into the Demon King Ganon. In a desperate last resort, the Seven Sages seal Ganon along with the complete Triforce away in the Sacred Realm, which was already transformed into the Dark World as a reflection of Ganondorf's evil heart.<ref>{{cite|The resting place of the sacred triangle, the Sacred Realm, is a mirror that reflects what is in the heart... the heart of one who enters it... If an evil heart, the Realm will become full of evil; if pure, the Realm will become a paradise.|Princess Zelda|OOT}}</ref><ref>{{cite book|quote=The Sacred Realm is a mirror of one’s heart. If someone with an evil heart steps into it, it turns into a demonic world. But if someone with a pure heart enters it, it turns into a paradise. Ganondorf became the Demon King thanks to the triforce of power. With the exception of a few places, the Sacred Realm turned into a demonic world where monsters ran amok.|book=[[Hyrule Historia]]|page=87|publisher=Shogakukan}}</ref> | ||
===The Imprisoning War=== | ===The Imprisoning War=== | ||
