Let’s talk about stories. To those of you familiar with my article work on this site, you will know that I have a deep passion for storytelling, and specifically, story structure. I’ve written about the monomyth — or, as it is more commonly called, the “Hero’s Journey” — and how this literary phenomenon is reflected within the Zelda series. I’ve talked at length about Joseph Campbell’s theories and their pertinence to both the series and video gaming at large. It…
Amongst all the information about the upcoming Zelda 3DS, one bit of news that came out was a screenshot that indicated that this A Link to the Past sequel will actually have the same number of item slots as its predecessor. The subject of a Zelda’s game’s item repertoire is always a significant one, as Zelda games are always extremely item-driven. Items are Link’s powers, his objectives, and indeed serve as ways of unlocking new areas and secrets; virtually everything…
Today’s Zelda Fanart Spotlight is on deviantart artist Penril’s Zelda II fanart, “Shadow Link“. In this artwork it shows Link looking around searching for something. The light from the lantern he’s holding expands his shadow and shows that his shadow is coming to life and is attempting to kill him. The shadow possesses menacing red glowing eyes and an evil grin. These two features give the shadow a truly evil look and helps to focus the attention of the viewer…
Jaiv, a forum member here at ZeldaDungeon, isn’t just another Zelda fan, but as it turns out, a talented musician as well. If you check out his YouTube channel you will come to find that he spends quite a bit of his free time making his own Zelda covers. One in particular is a club remix of The Deku Palace that he had sent us. The Deku Palace in Majora’s Mask has a great theme song that I had honestly…