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Fans of | Fans of [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]] have come up with alternative '''Gameplay Challenges''', ways of playing and beating ''Zelda'' games that go beyond simply getting to and defeating the final boss while accomplishing some number of optional side quests. | ||
Some of these modes of gameplay such as speed runs are not unique to the Zelda series, but a few are, and by playing the games these ways can provide an entirely new playing experience. Below is a summary of some of these different challenges: | Some of these modes of gameplay such as speed runs are not unique to the ''Zelda'' series, but a few are, and by playing the games these ways can provide an entirely new playing experience. Below is a summary of some of these different challenges: | ||
== General, Non Game-specific Challenges == | == General, Non Game-specific Challenges == | ||
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==== With Glitches/Exploits ==== | ==== With Glitches/Exploits ==== | ||
Several Zelda games have a number of unintended bugs that can be taken advantage of to improve a speed running time. For instance, in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]' there are several hidden portals, ways to access blocked areas, and in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' it is possible to walk at normal speed with the [[Iron Boots]] on. | Several ''Zelda'' games have a number of unintended bugs that can be taken advantage of to improve a speed running time. For instance, in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' there are several hidden portals, ways to access blocked areas, and in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' it is possible to walk at normal speed with the [[Iron Boots]] on. | ||
=== 100% Run === | === 100% Run === | ||
In a 100% run the player is required to complete all optional [[ | In a 100% run the player is required to complete all optional [[Side Quest|sidequests]] and obtain all items in the game, including heart pieces and other collectables. An 100% run can be completed as a speed run, or simply completed without any concern over how long it takes (this can require an extensive effort with some ''Zelda'' games) | ||
=== X Heart Challenge === | === X Heart Challenge === | ||
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=== Shieldless === | === Shieldless === | ||
This challenge can be attempted on any Zelda game which does not require use of the shield. | This challenge can be attempted on any ''Zelda'' game which does not require use of the shield. | ||
Applicable to: | Applicable to: | ||
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=== Swordless === | === Swordless === | ||
This challenge can be attempted on any Zelda game which does not require use of the sword. | This challenge can be attempted on any ''Zelda'' game which does not require use of the sword. | ||
Applicable to: | Applicable to: | ||
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=== Ocarina of Time === | === Ocarina of Time === | ||
*Defeat [[Volvagia]] ([[Fire Temple]]) using the [[Megaton Hammer]] only twice | *Defeat [[Volvagia]] ([[Fire Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Fire Temple]]) using the [[Megaton Hammer]] only twice | ||
*Defeat [[Morpha]] ([[Water Temple]]) using only the four central platforms | *Defeat [[Morpha]] ([[Water Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Water Temple]]) using only the four central platforms | ||
*Defeat the [[Iron Knuckle]]s ([[Spirit Temple]]) with the [[Hover Boots]] on | *Defeat the [[Iron Knuckle]]s ([[Spirit Temple]]) with the [[Hover Boots]] on | ||
*Defeat [[Twinrova]] (Spirit Temple) with the Hover Boots on | *Defeat [[Twinrova]] (Spirit Temple) with the Hover Boots on | ||
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*Defeat [[Wart]] ([[Great Bay Temple]]) using only the Deku Mask | *Defeat [[Wart]] ([[Great Bay Temple]]) using only the Deku Mask | ||
*Stun [[Gyorg]] (Great Bay Temple) using the Deku or Goron Masks, then attack him with the Zora Mask | *Stun [[Gyorg]] (Great Bay Temple) using the Deku or Goron Masks, then attack him with the Zora Mask | ||
*Defeat [[Igos du Ikana]] ([[Ancient Castle of Ikana]]) while only using three | *Defeat [[Igos du Ikana]] ([[Ancient Castle of Ikana]]) while only using three hearts, and without the upgraded [[sword]] | ||
*Defeat the [[Dinolfos]] Trio (Ikana) using the [[Zora Mask]] | *Defeat the [[Dinolfos]] Trio (Ikana) using the [[Zora Mask]] | ||
*Defeat [[Gomess]] ([[Stone Tower Temple]]) with only three hearts, using nothing other than Link's sword | *Defeat [[Gomess]] ([[Stone Tower Temple]]) with only three hearts, using nothing other than Link's sword | ||
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*Defeat [[Gohdan]] ([[Tower of the Gods]]) using the smallest [[quiver]], without [[L-Targeting]], and with only 3-6 [[Heart Container]]s and no [[fairy|fairies]], [[potion]]s, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Gohdan]] ([[Tower of the Gods]]) using the smallest [[quiver]], without [[L-Targeting]], and with only 3-6 [[Heart Container]]s and no [[fairy|fairies]], [[potion]]s, or other healing items | ||
*Defeat [[Jalhalla]] ([[Earth Temple]]) while wearing the [[Iron Boots]], and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Jalhalla]] ([[Earth Temple (The Wind Waker)|Earth Temple]]) while wearing the [[Iron Boots]], and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | ||
*Defeat [[Molgera]] ([[Wind Temple]]) while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Molgera]] ([[Wind Temple]]) while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | ||
*Defeat [[Puppet Ganon]] ([[Forsaken Fortress]]) while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Puppet Ganon]] ([[Forsaken Fortress]]) while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | ||
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*Defeat [[Blizzeta]] ([[Snowpeak Ruins]]) while wearing the Iron Boots and Zora Tunic, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Blizzeta]] ([[Snowpeak Ruins]]) while wearing the Iron Boots and Zora Tunic, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | ||
*Defeat [[Phantom Zant]] using only the Spinner with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Phantom Zant]] using only the Spinner with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | ||
*Defeat [[King Bulblin]] ([[Hyrule Castle]]) with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[King Bulblin]] ([[Hyrule Castle (Twilight Princess)|Hyrule Castle]]) with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | ||
*Defeat [[Ganon]] while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, other healing items or chance attacks | *Defeat [[Ganon]] while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, other healing items or chance attacks | ||