Zonai: Difference between revisions

While little is known about the {{Term|BotW|Zonai}}, it is known that they were a savage, warlike tribe from the {{Term|BotW|Faron (Region)|link}} {{Term|BotW|Region|link}}. They constructed several ancient ruins made of stone. Their name comes from their largest ruin site: the {{Term|BotW|Zonai Ruins|link}}. Their wild and untamed ways are known by the the fierce power enchanted within their {{Term|BotW|Barbarian Set|link|display=Barbarian Armor Set}}.<ref>{{Cite|Armor once favored by an ancient warlike tribe from the Faron region. The war paint bolsters your fighting spirit and raises your attack power..|Inventory|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|These leg wraps were favored by a warlike tribe from the Faron region long ago. They're adorned with traditional markings that bolster your fighting spirit to raise your attack power.|Inventory|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|A helmet once worn by the warriors of an ancient warlike tribe from the Faron region. Wearing it draws out your inner animal, increasing your strength and battle prowess.|Inventory|BotW}}</ref> Etched into the stonework associated with this tribe is a spiral symbol, which is considered to be the tribe's crest.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= This spiral pattern seems to be the unique mark of the Zonai, and it can be seen throughout the land.|book= CaC |publisher= Dark Horse|page= 413}}</ref>

Very little is known about this tribe's history, but what is known can be gleaned from the remains of their civilization left behind all across {{Term|BotW|Hyrule|link}}. Their established stronghold, the {{Term|BotW|Zonai Ruins|link}}, extends through {{Term|BotW|Damel Forest|link}} to the {{Term|BotW|Spring of Courage|link}},<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Ruins in the Faron Woods thought to be home to a mysterious ancient tribe. The Spring of Courage is found within.|book= The Legnd of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Creating a Champion|publisher= Dark Horse|page= 359}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote= The home of the Zonai. They are thought to have worshiped a water dragon, since the area has many rock carvings dedicated to such a being. The stone structure surrounding the Spring of Courage bears the face of a large dragon, and this place must have been a sanctuary for the Zonai as well.|book= CaC |publisher= Dark Horse|page= 413}}</ref> which rests in the heart of {{Term|BotW|Faron (Region)|link}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= The history of the Zonai people has been lost to time. There are rumors that they were a savage tribe based in Faron, where the most substantial of their ruins are located. However, Zonai ruins or ruins with very similar characteristics can be found in all parts of Hyrule (highlighted in green). In addition to the massive palace in Faron, the Zonai ruins throughout Hyrule seem to have elements connecting them to the ancient shrines. The Zonai themselves are spoken of in hushed whispers as strong magic wielders who vanished suddenly thousands of years ago. The disappearance of the Zonai is one of Hyrule's greatest mysteries.|book= CaC |publisher= Dark Horse|page= 413}}</ref>

The {{Term|BotW|Zonai}} appear to have vanished a long time ago.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= The Zonai themselves are spoken of in hushed whispers as strong magic wielders who vanished suddenly thousands of years ago. The disappearance of the Zonai is one of Hyrule's greatest mysteries.|book= CaC |publisher= Dark Horse|page= 413}}</ref> Many of their relics are tied to the {{Plural|BotW|Ancient Shrine|link}},<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= In addition to the massive palace in Faron, the Zonai ruins throughout Hyrule seem to have elements connecting them to the ancient shrines.|book= CaC |publisher= Dark Horse|page= 413}}</ref> and their powerful {{Term|BotW|Barbarian Set|link}} is gifted by the {{Plural|BotW|Monk|link}} found in {{Plural|BotW|Ancient Shrine}} at the heart of three massive mazes: the {{Term|BotW|North Lomei Labyrinth|link}}, the {{Term|BotW|South Lomei Labyrinth|link}}, and the {{Term|BotW|Lomei Labyrinth Island|link}}. The mazes themselves appear to be related to the tribe, but their exact relationship remains unknown.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= These giant mazes were built long, long ago. They appear to have some similarities to the Zonai Ruins in Faron, but whether or not there is a connection between them is unknown. Regardless, both were constructed in areas that are inaccessible to the average person.|book= CaC |publisher= Dark Horse|page= 342}}</ref>