A couple of days ago we revealed that the much anticipated Zelda guidebook Hyrule Historia would be releasing, not only in standard form, but also in a limited edition binding as well. Described as a “limited collector’s edition” you would suspect that this special version of Hyrule Historia would be scarcely printed and may only be exclusively sold in certain stores. Well, it turns out that this is the case! Book publisher for Hyrule Historia, Dark Horse, has announced that only 4,000 copies have been reserved for purchasing the limited edition with a mere seven retailers confirmed to be stocking it.

You can find out more details plus where you may place an order for the limited edition Hyrule Historia after the jump!

Dark Horse has given the following description for the limited edition Hyrule Historia:

“Dark Horse Books and Nintendo® team up to bring you the limited collector’s edition of The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, containing an unparalleled collection of historical information on The Legend of Zelda™ franchise.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia Collector’s Edition is limited to only 4,000 copies and contains an introduction by Shigeru Miyamoto, the full history of the The Legend of Zelda™ franchise and illustrates the official timeline of the The Legend of Zelda™ games.  This stunning hardcover also collects The Legend of Zelda™ manga and never-before-seen concept art, in-depth information on the making of the The Legend of Zelda™ and art by some of the most storied concept artists in video games!”


If you are interested in purchasing this limited edition of Hyrule Historia then be sure to check out one of the stores below which Dark Horse says will be stocking this valuable version of the book.

  • Nintendo World Store
  • Think Geek
  • Things From Another World
  • Forbidden Planet UK
  • PBM (Holland)
  • Amazon.com
  • Barnes & Noble (online)

The limited edition of Hyrule Historia will be released February 12th, 2013 and will retail for $69.99. Featuring a faux-leather cover and gold gilded pages this is an essential purchase not worth missing out on. Remember, this limited edition of Hyrule Historia is only being printed in 4,000 copies so if you really want one you will need to act fast as disappointment cannot be compensated for.

Are you interested in this collector’s edition of Hyrule Historia? Do you think the print limit should be higher? Are there enough features to satisfy the cash you have in your wallet or bank account?

Source: Dark Horse

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