Hylian Crest

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Not to be confused with the Royal Crest.

The Hylian Crest is a recurring symbol in The Legend of Zelda series.[1][name references needed] It is the mark of the Goddess Hylia and a crest of the Royal Family of Hyrule.[2][3] The Hylian Crest is commonly used on Hylian weapons, armour, and architecture; most notably it appears 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 Hyrulean Royal Family, both being derived from the Goddess Crest used in the ancient Era of Hylia.

Overview

A Link to the Past

A winged figure on the Red Shield

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.

The Hylian Shield as it appears in Ocarina of Time, with a Hylian Crest in red

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.[2] The clothing and jewelry worn by Princess Zelda has designs including the Hylian Crest with other symbols such as the Triforce and the Crest of the Sheikah.[4]

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, 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 Hylian Crest also appears on the game's logo. Skyward Sword also features its likely precursor, the Goddess Crest.

A Link Between Worlds

In A Link Between Worlds the Crest is shown on the Hylian Shield.[2]

The Royal Guard Set from Breath of the Wild includes multiple Hylian Crests

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.[5] The Crest is displayed on Weapons, Shields, and Armor used by Hyrule's Military, such as the Hylian Shield, Royal Guard's Series, Royal Guard Set, the Soldier's Set, and the Knight's Shield.[6]

Nomenclature

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Gallery

  • The Hylian Crest depicts a stylised image of the Crimson Loftwing

    The Hylian Crest depicts a stylised image of the Crimson Loftwing

  • Zelda's dress and necklace as an adult in Ocarina of Time display the Hylian Crest

    Zelda's dress and necklace as an adult in Ocarina of Time display the Hylian Crest

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Twilight Princess

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Twilight Princess

  • The back of Phantom Zelda, showing a glowing Hylian Crest

    The back of Phantom Zelda, showing a glowing Hylian Crest

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Skyward Sword

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Skyward Sword

  • The Hylian Crest on the Gate of Time from Skyward Sword

    The Hylian Crest on the Gate of Time from Skyward Sword

  • The Hylian Crest in the Lanayru Desert from Skyward Sword

    The Hylian Crest in the Lanayru Desert from Skyward Sword

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from A Link Between Worlds

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from A Link Between Worlds

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Breath of the Wild

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Breath of the Wild

See Also

References

  1. ↑ A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn. — Inventory (Twilight Princess)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 84
  3. ↑ 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Hairaru ōke no monshō ga kizama reta tate [L] de kamaete bōgyo kōtetsu-seinanode honō ni furete mo nakunaranai (Shield with the crest of the Hyrulean Royal Family. Hold with [L] to defend. It’s made of steel, so it’s not lost even if you touch flames.) — Inventory (Twilight Princess, Japanese version)
  4. ↑ Art & Artifacts, Dark Horse Books, pg. 164, 165
  5. ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 231–253
  6. ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 168, 184, 190
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