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Did you ever wonder why the bird themed weather vanes encouraged you not to play too long? It’s not out of concern for your health and to remind you to not spend too long looking at the 3D screen, the bird has a much more important message. In fact, in A Link Between Worlds, there’s a very good reason why the bird reminds you to save and quit every once in a while. Curious? Hit the jump to read!

Over nine years ago, something new was introduced to the Zelda series. Today, that something is commonly referred to as the transportation system. It’s a pretty simple concept: It consists of a large map that must be traversed via some alternate mode of transportation in order to reach individual areas, which are explored on foot. Despite how simple the concept is, it’s proven to be pretty tough to master, as shown by its mixed reception in the series. In this…

Since Ocarina of Time, the only Zelda game we’ve seen that featured no real transportation for Link was The Minish Cap. Every other game has at least offered some form of it, at least temporarily. Often, it’s been a domineering, essential component of the game, offering little choice to the player about how and when to use it. Epona is probably the best example of transportation as an extension of player choice. In all three games in which she’s featured,…