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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. | 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 | Some of these modes of gameplay such as speedruns 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 == | ||
=== | === Speedruns === | ||
The object of a | The object of a speedrun is simply to time how long it takes to complete a game from start to finish. As a form of practice speedrunners often break up the required milestones of the game into segments so that they can time, and improve upon their run through a specific required section of the game. Speedrunning can be conducted in a side-to-side marathon-like session, or simply recorded by an individual as a means to claim a speedrun record. There are several variations on speedrunning, including: | ||
==== Any% Run ==== | ==== Any% Run ==== | ||
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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 | Several ''Zelda'' games have a number of unintended bugs that can be taken advantage of to improve a speedrunning 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 === | ||
{{main|100% Completion}} | {{main|100% Completion}} | ||
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 | 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 speedrun, or simply completed without any concern over how long it takes (this can require an extensive effort with some ''Zelda'' games) | ||
=== Three Heart Challenge === | === Three Heart Challenge === | ||
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*''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' | ||
*''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' | ||
*[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]] | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]'' | ||
=== Swordless === | === Swordless === | ||
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== Boss Challenges == | == Boss Challenges == | ||
=== Ocarina of Time === | === ''Ocarina of Time'' === | ||
*Defeat [[Volvagia]] ([[Fire Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Fire Temple]]) using the [[Megaton Hammer]] only twice | *Defeat [[Volvagia]] ([[Fire Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Fire Temple]]) using the [[Megaton Hammer]] only twice | ||
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*Defeat the [[Iron Knuckle]]s ([[Spirit Temple (Ocarina of Time)|Spirit Temple]]) with the [[Hover Boots]] on | *Defeat the [[Iron Knuckle]]s ([[Spirit Temple (Ocarina of Time)|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 | ||
*Reflect [[Ganondorf]]'s energy ball volleys using [[Spin Attack]]s during the first phase of his attack | *Reflect [[Ganon#Ocarina of Time|Ganondorf]]'s energy ball volleys using [[Spin Attack]]s during the first phase of his attack | ||
*Defeat the final phase of [[Ganon]] without [[arrow]]s, and/or without running between his legs | *Defeat the final phase of [[Ganon#Ocarina of Time|Ganon]] without [[arrow]]s, and/or without running between his legs | ||
=== Majora's Mask === | === ''Majora's Mask'' === | ||
*Defeat Woodfall [[Gekko]] ([[Woodfall Temple]]) using only the [[Goron Mask|Goron]] and/or [[Zora Mask]]s | *Defeat Woodfall [[Gekko]] ([[Woodfall Temple]]) using only the [[Goron Mask|Goron]] and/or [[Zora Mask]]s | ||
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*Defeat [[Majora]] using only Link's original, non-upgraded sword, or with only the Goron Mask and Chateau Romani milk, or in only three hearts, or with three hearts and the Fierce Deity's Mask | *Defeat [[Majora]] using only Link's original, non-upgraded sword, or with only the Goron Mask and Chateau Romani milk, or in only three hearts, or with three hearts and the Fierce Deity's Mask | ||
=== The Wind Waker === | === ''The Wind Waker'' === | ||
*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 | ||
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*Defeat [[Molgera]] ([[Wind Temple (The Wind Waker)|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 (The Wind Waker)|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 | ||
*Defeat [[Ganon]] while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Ganondorf (The Wind Waker)|Ganon]] while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | ||
=== Twilight Princess === | === ''Twilight Princess'' === | ||
*Defeat [[Fyrus]] ([[Goron Mines]]) while wearing the [Iron Boots]], and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, or other healing items | *Defeat [[Fyrus]] ([[Goron Mines]]) 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 [[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 (Twilight Princess)|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 [[Ganondorf (Twilight Princess)|Ganon]] while wearing the Iron Boots, and with only 3-6 Heart Containers and no fairies, potions, other healing items or chance attacks | ||
=== Skyward Sword === | === ''Skyward Sword'' === | ||
*Complete the [[Thunder Dragon's Lightning Round]] without potions | *Complete the [[Thunder Dragon's Lightning Round]] without potions | ||
*Complete the Thunder Dragon's Lightning Round without a shield | *Complete the Thunder Dragon's Lightning Round without a shield | ||
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