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| name    = Agahnim
| image         = [[File:Agahnim.jpg|300px]]
| image   = [[File:Agahnim.jpg|300px]]
| caption      = Agahnim by [[Katsuya Terada]] from the [[A Link to the Past Nintendo Player's Guide]]
''Agahnim by [[Katsuya Terada]] from the Nintendo Power Player's Guide‎‎''
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| game         = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''
| game   = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''
| location      = [[Hyrule Castle Tower]]<br/>[[Ganon's Tower (A Link to the Past)|Ganon's Tower]]
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''
| dungeon = [[Hyrule Castle Tower]]
[[Gargoyle's Domain]]
[[Wind Fish's Egg]]
[[Dancing Dragon Dungeon]]
| weapon  = [[Sword]]
| reward  = [[Heart Container]]
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The Dark Wizard, '''Agahnim''', is a priest who, by unknown circumstances, was possessed by [[Ganon]] the King of Thieves. Ganon hoped that, by using Agahnim, he could break the seal that was put on him by the [[Seven Wise Men]]. Many have speculated that this is the very same seal from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''.
The Dark Wizard, '''Agahnim''', is a priest who, by unknown circumstances, was possessed by [[Ganon]] the King of Thieves during the [[Era of Light and Dark]]. Ganon hoped that, by using Agahnim, he could break the seal that was put on him by the [[Seven Wise Men]]. Many have speculated that this is the very same seal from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''.


In the intro to ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link To the Past]]'', it is revealed that, prior to the events that transpire in the game, [[Hyrule]] was suffering from many hardships due to mysterious causes. When there seemed to be no solution, Agahnim appeared as if from nowhere displaying great mastery of the arts of magic. Using these powers, Agahnim quilled the plagues, thus returning prosperity to the kingdom. Much in his delight, the king of Hyrule, thinking Agahnim to be a descendant of the Sages, invited him into the royal household. Once established, Aghanim began his vile plan. He eliminated the good King of Hyrule, brainwashed and took control of the royal guard, and set out to gather the descendants of the Seven Wise Men, offering them each as sacrifices in order to break the seal placed on the [[Dark World]].
In the intro to ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link To the Past]]'', it is revealed that, prior to the events that transpire in the game, [[Hyrule]] was suffering from many hardships due to mysterious causes. When there seemed to be no solution, Agahnim appeared as if from nowhere displaying great mastery of the arts of magic. Using these powers, Agahnim quilled the plagues, thus returning prosperity to the kingdom. Much in his delight, the king of Hyrule, thinking Agahnim to be a descendant of the Sages, invited him into the royal household. Once established, Aghanim began his vile plan. He eliminated the good King of Hyrule, brainwashed and took control of the royal guard, and set out to gather the descendants of the Seven Wise Men, offering them each as sacrifices in order to break the seal placed on the [[Dark World]].
Agahnim is encountered twice during the course of ''A Link To the Past'', once in the ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'', and once in ''[[The_Legend_of_Zelda:_Link's_Awakening|Link's Awakening]]'', when the [[Nightmare]]s take on his form. Each battle is approached in the same way. Because it is impossible to harm Agahnim directly, [[Link]] always uses his [[sword]] to reflect Agahnim's magic blasts in order to inflict damage.


==Appearances==
==Appearances==
Agahnim has only appeared on the [[Downfall Timeline]] during the [[Era of Light and Dark]]. While only one incarnation of Link has fought him, his appearances span three of the four games in which this Link has appeared.
===A Link to the Past (First Encounter)===
===A Link to the Past (First Encounter)===
The first time Link encounters Agahnim is during ''A Link To the Past'' when, after retrieving the [[Master Sword]], he is contacted telepathically by [[Princess Zelda]]'s plea for help. After going to the [[Sanctuary (A Link to the Past)|Sanctuary]] and finding the dying sage, Link returns to [[Hyrule Castle (A Link to the Past)|Hyrule Castle]], and ascends the tower, only to find Agahnim completing the sacrificial ritual. Overcome by anger Link battles Agahnim. Once Agahnim realizes he has lost, and that he is close to death, he uses the now open gate to draw Link into the Dark World, making his escape.
The first time Link encounters Agahnim is during ''A Link To the Past'' when, after retrieving the [[Master Sword]], he is contacted telepathically by [[Zelda|Princess Zelda]]'s plea for help. After going to the [[Sanctuary (A Link to the Past)|Sanctuary]] and finding the dying sage, Link returns to [[Hyrule Castle (A Link to the Past)|Hyrule Castle]], and ascends the tower, only to find Agahnim completing the sacrificial ritual. Overcome by anger Link battles Agahnim. Once Agahnim realizes he has lost, and that he is close to death, he uses the now open gate to draw Link into the Dark World, making his escape.


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File:S-hyrule-castle.jpg|[[Hyrule Castle (A Link to the Past)|Hyrule Castle]] Dungeon
File:S-hyrule-castle.jpg|''Hyrule Castle''
File:Agahnim-ALTTP-Sprite.png‎‎|Agahnim's Sprite
File:Agahnim-ALTTP-Sprite.png‎‎|''Sprite of Agahnim''
File:Lttp_zd_122.png‎‎|Too Late!
File:Lttp_zd_122.png‎‎|''Too Late!''
File:Lttp_zd_123.png‎‎|The Fight
File:Lttp_zd_123.png‎‎|''The Fight''
File:Lttp_sho_guide119.jpg‎‎|Japanese Info
File:Lttp_sho_guide119.jpg‎‎|''Japanese Info''
File:Gsg-daniela-linkvsagahnim.jpg|Link's Battle with Agahnim
File:Gsg-daniela-linkvsagahnim.jpg|''Link's Battle with Agahnim''
File:3ib_wizard_spell.jpg|Art from the US Booklet
File:3ib_wizard_spell.jpg|''Art from the US Booklet''
File:3r_agahnim.jpg|Art by [[Capcom]] for the Remake
File:3r_agahnim.jpg|''Art by Capcom for the Remake''
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</gallery>


===A Link to the Past (Second Encounter)===
===A Link to the Past (Second Encounter)===
The second encounter also takes place in ''A Link To the Past''. After Link gathers the [[Seven Maidens]] from the Dark World. The maidens, still in their [[Crystal]]s, use their powers to break the protective barrier surrounding [[Ganon's Tower]]. Link enters the tower, and after completing the immensely difficult dungeon, finds himself at the door to the final chamber. Believing that the final battle with Ganon is near, Link enters at the ready. Much to his surprise however, Link finds Agahnim awaiting him. The two participate in a battle, similar in nature to the first, except for the fact that Agahnim produces two copies of himself, which add to the difficulty of the battle.
The second encounter also takes place in ''A Link To the Past''. After Link gathers the [[Seven Maidens]] from the Dark World. The maidens, still in their [[Crystal]]s, use their powers to break the protective barrier surrounding [[Ganon's Tower (A Link to the Past)|Ganon's Tower]]. Link enters the tower, and after completing the immensely difficult dungeon, finds himself at the door to the final chamber. Believing that the final battle with Ganon is near, Link enters at the ready. Much to his surprise however, Link finds Agahnim awaiting him. The two participate in a battle, similar in nature to the first, except for the fact that Agahnim produces two copies of himself, which add to the difficulty of the battle.


Even though Agahnim fought harder, Link had traveled across two worlds, gaining much strength and ability since their last encounter. Because of this, Link was able to finally strike the fatal blow, ending the life of the evil wizard, or so he thought. Agahnim was dead, but the soul that resided within him was merely expelled returning to its own body. The soul was none other than that of Ganon. Using his [[Flute]] Link called upon the [[Duck]] and with it followed Ganon to his place of hiding in the [[Pyramid of Power]], where one of the most epic final battles in Zelda history was bound to take place. After felling Ganon with the [[Silver Arrow]]s, Link claimed the Triforce, returning peace to the land at last.
Even though Agahnim fought harder, Link had traveled across two worlds, gaining much strength and ability since their last encounter. Because of this, Link was able to finally strike the fatal blow, ending the life of the evil wizard, or so he thought. Agahnim was dead, but the soul that resided within him was merely expelled returning to its own body. The soul was none other than Ganon's. Using his [[Flute]] Link called upon the [[Duck]] and with it followed Ganon to his place of hiding in the [[Pyramid of Power]], where one of the most epic final battles in Zelda history was bound to take place. After defeating Ganon with the [[Silver Arrow]]s, Link claimed the Triforce, returning peace to the land at last.


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File:S-ganons-tower.jpg|Level 8<br />[[Ganon's Tower (A Link to the Past)| Ganon's Tower]] Dungeon
File:S-ganons-tower.jpg|''Level 8''<br/>''Ganon's Tower''
File:LttP_zd_Agahnim2.png|Hitting Back
File:LttP_zd_Agahnim2.png|''Hitting Back''
File:Lttp_zd_338.png|Splitting into Three
File:Lttp_zd_338.png|''Splitting into Three''
File:Lttp_zd_339.png|Ganon's Spirit
File:Lttp_zd_339.png|''Ganon's Spirit''
File:Lttp_zd_340.png|Turns into a Bat
File:Lttp_zd_340.png|''Turns into a Bat''
File:Lttp_zd_341.png|Link calls the [[Duck]]
File:Lttp_zd_341.png|''Link calls the Duck''
File:Lttp_zd_342.png|[[Pyramid of Power]]
File:Lttp_zd_342.png|''Pyramid of Power''
File:Lttp_zd_343.png|Crashed Through, [[Link]] Arrives
File:Lttp_zd_343.png|''Crashed Through, Link Arrives''
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</gallery>
===Link's Awakening===
His third appearance in the series, but Link's fourth encounter with him, takes place in ''Link's Awakening'' during the final boss fight of the game. After completing his quest and entering the Wind Fish's egg, Link battles his own nightmares. In order to awaken the [[Wind Fish]], and end his own dream. The Nightmares take the forms of different enemies, notably Ganon and Agahnim from ''A Link to the Past''. The battle is almost exactly the same as the other two encounters, ending in the Nightmares simply changing form.
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File:NightmareOfAgahnim.png|[[Nightmare]] from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''
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===Oracle of Seasons===
His fourth and final appearance, but Link's third encounter with him, takes place in ''Oracle of Seasons''. Agahnim, rather a miniboss that is believed to be Agahnim, is found in the [[Dancing Dragon Dungeon]]. The battle once again keeps the same basic structure; only this time one of four torches must be lit in order to inflict damage on Agahnim. Agahnim will replicate himself and shoot fireballs at Link. Only by having a torch lit and seeing which one has a shadow can he be damaged.


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
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File:Agahnim-Sprite-1.png|Sprite image from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Agahnim-Sprite-1.png|''Sprite of Agahnim''
File:Agahnim-Sprite-2.png|Sprite image from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Agahnim-Sprite-2.png|''Sprite of Agahnim''
File:Agahnim-Sprite-3.png|Sprite image from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Agahnim-Sprite-3.png|''Sprite of Agahnim''
File:Agahnim-Sprite-4.png|Sprite image from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''.
File:Agahnim-Sprite-4.png|''Sprite of Agahnim''
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Revision as of 03:17, June 6, 2021

This article is about the dark wizard and antagonist in A Link to the Past. For the second Shadow of the Shadow Nightmares, see Agahnim's Shadow. For the mini-boss of the Dancing Dragon Dungeon, see Agunima.
Spoiler Alert! This article describes a subject that is sensitive to plot development.

The Dark Wizard, Agahnim, is a priest who, by unknown circumstances, was possessed by Ganon the King of Thieves during the Era of Light and Dark. Ganon hoped that, by using Agahnim, he could break the seal that was put on him by the Seven Wise Men. Many have speculated that this is the very same seal from Ocarina of Time.

In the intro to A Link To the Past, it is revealed that, prior to the events that transpire in the game, Hyrule was suffering from many hardships due to mysterious causes. When there seemed to be no solution, Agahnim appeared as if from nowhere displaying great mastery of the arts of magic. Using these powers, Agahnim quilled the plagues, thus returning prosperity to the kingdom. Much in his delight, the king of Hyrule, thinking Agahnim to be a descendant of the Sages, invited him into the royal household. Once established, Aghanim began his vile plan. He eliminated the good King of Hyrule, brainwashed and took control of the royal guard, and set out to gather the descendants of the Seven Wise Men, offering them each as sacrifices in order to break the seal placed on the Dark World.

Appearances

A Link to the Past (First Encounter)

The first time Link encounters Agahnim is during A Link To the Past when, after retrieving the Master Sword, he is contacted telepathically by Princess Zelda's plea for help. After going to the Sanctuary and finding the dying sage, Link returns to Hyrule Castle, and ascends the tower, only to find Agahnim completing the sacrificial ritual. Overcome by anger Link battles Agahnim. Once Agahnim realizes he has lost, and that he is close to death, he uses the now open gate to draw Link into the Dark World, making his escape.

A Link to the Past (Second Encounter)

The second encounter also takes place in A Link To the Past. After Link gathers the Seven Maidens from the Dark World. The maidens, still in their Crystals, use their powers to break the protective barrier surrounding Ganon's Tower. Link enters the tower, and after completing the immensely difficult dungeon, finds himself at the door to the final chamber. Believing that the final battle with Ganon is near, Link enters at the ready. Much to his surprise however, Link finds Agahnim awaiting him. The two participate in a battle, similar in nature to the first, except for the fact that Agahnim produces two copies of himself, which add to the difficulty of the battle.

Even though Agahnim fought harder, Link had traveled across two worlds, gaining much strength and ability since their last encounter. Because of this, Link was able to finally strike the fatal blow, ending the life of the evil wizard, or so he thought. Agahnim was dead, but the soul that resided within him was merely expelled returning to its own body. The soul was none other than Ganon's. Using his Flute Link called upon the Duck and with it followed Ganon to his place of hiding in the Pyramid of Power, where one of the most epic final battles in Zelda history was bound to take place. After defeating Ganon with the Silver Arrows, Link claimed the Triforce, returning peace to the land at last.

Gallery