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| caption = Dark Beast Ganon from Twilight Princess | | caption = Dark Beast Ganon from Twilight Princess | ||
| game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''<br/>''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]'' | | game = ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]''<br/>''[[Zelda II: The Adventure of Link|The Adventure of Link]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br/>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]''<br/>''[[Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity]]'' | ||
| location = [[Level 9: Death Mountain]]<br/>[[Pyramid of Power]]<br/>[[Ganon's Castle]]<br/>[[Room of Rites]]<br/>[[Forsaken Fortress]]<br/>[[Tower of Winds (Four Swords Adventures)|Tower of Winds]]<br/>[[Hyrule Castle (Twilight Princess)]]<br/>[[Hyrule Castle (Breath of the Wild)]] | | location = [[Level 9: Death Mountain]]<br/>[[Pyramid of Power]]<br/>[[Ganon's Castle]]<br/>[[Room of Rites]]<br/>[[Forsaken Fortress]]<br/>[[Tower of Winds (Four Swords Adventures)|Tower of Winds]]<br/>[[Hyrule Castle (Twilight Princess)]]<br/>[[Hyrule Castle (Breath of the Wild)]] | ||
| title = Prince of Darkness<br/>King of Evil<br/>Evil Incarnation of Darkness<br/>King of Darkness<br/>Demon King<br/>Dark Beast<br/>Dark Lord<br/>The Beast<br/>Primal Evil<br/>Scourge of Hyrule Castle<br/>Hatred and Malice Incarnate | | title = Prince of Darkness<br/>King of Evil<br/>Evil Incarnation of Darkness<br/>King of Darkness<br/>Demon King<br/>Dark Beast<br/>Dark Lord<br/>The Beast<br/>Primal Evil<br/>Scourge of Hyrule Castle<br/>Hatred and Malice Incarnate | ||
| race = [[Gerudo]] | | race = [[Gerudo]] | ||
| gender = Male | | gender = Male | ||
| related | | related = [[Twinrova]] (Surrogate Mothers) | ||
| music = [[Ganondorf's Theme (Ocarina of Time Soundtrack)]]<br/>[[Enter Ganondorf]]<br/>[[Ganondorf Battle]]<br/>[[Last Battle]]<br/>[[The King of Light and Shadow]] | |||
| gallery = [[Gallery:Ganon]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{Quote|{{Dump|OoT|1980}} {{Dump|OoT|1981}}{{Ref|OoT|1980 | {{Quote|{{Dump|OoT|1980}} {{Dump|OoT|1981}}{{Ref|OoT|1980-1981|Ganondorf}}|Ganondorf, in ''Ocarina of Time''}} | ||
'''Ganon''', also known as '''Ganondorf''', is the primary antagonist in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. He has been present or at least referred to in each of the first five games in the series, and has subsequently been in three more after. Throughout the series, Ganon has had several deaths, both confirmed, like in ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'', and unconfirmed, as in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''. Ganon possesses the [[Triforce of Power]], which contains the essence of the Goddess, [[Din]]. This divine power makes Ganon unimaginably strong and grants him boundless power, making him the largest threat to [[Hyrule]] in all its history. As stated in the prophecy of Hyrule, the only one capable of defeating Ganon is the Hero chosen by the [[Golden Goddesses|Goddesses]]. | '''Ganon''', also known as '''Ganondorf''', is the primary antagonist in [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''The Legend of Zelda'' series]]. He has been present or at least referred to in each of the first five games in the series, and has subsequently been in three more after. Throughout the series, Ganon has had several deaths, both confirmed, like in ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'', and unconfirmed, as in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''. Ganon possesses the [[Triforce of Power]], which contains the essence of the Goddess, [[Din]]. This divine power makes Ganon unimaginably strong and grants him boundless power, making him the largest threat to [[Hyrule]] in all its history. As stated in the prophecy of Hyrule, the only one capable of defeating Ganon is the Hero chosen by the [[Golden Goddesses|Goddesses]]. | ||
==Backstory== | ==Backstory== | ||
Throughout the games, Ganon's intentions have not changed. Taking the Triforce of Power or earning it and spreading darkness over Hyrule, and he often kidnaps [[Zelda]] in the process. Only his appearance has changed. He is a blue pig-monster in ''The Legend of Zelda'', while in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', he is the King of the [[Gerudo]] and has the power to turn into a giant, green monster. Ganondorf is the human/Gerudo version while Ganon is the abomination, beast or demon version of Ganondorf. In ''Ocarina of Time'', he was the only Gerudo | Throughout the games, Ganon's intentions have not changed. Taking the Triforce of Power or earning it and spreading darkness over Hyrule, and he often kidnaps [[Zelda]] in the process. Only his appearance has changed. He is a blue pig-monster in ''The Legend of Zelda'', while in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', he is the King of the [[Gerudo]] and has the power to turn into a giant, green monster. Ganondorf is the human/Gerudo version while Ganon is the abomination, beast or demon version of Ganondorf. In ''Ocarina of Time'', he was the only Gerudo male born in that current century, automatically making him their king. | ||
==Name Issue== | ==Name Issue== | ||
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==In-Game Appearances== | ==In-Game Appearances== | ||
===The Legend of Zelda=== | ===The Legend of Zelda=== | ||
{{main|Ganon (The Legend of Zelda)}} | |||
[[File:Ganon.png|left|100px]] | [[File:Ganon.png|left|100px]] | ||
In ''The Legend of Zelda'', Ganondorf was only in his pig form, Ganon. The intro of the game tells of how Ganon ''stole'' the Triforce of Power, and was rumored to be after the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] too. Before he could steal that one too, Zelda broke the Triforce of Wisdom into eight [[Triforce Shard|pieces]] and hide them inside underground labyrinths (dungeons). She then sent [[Impa]], her nursemaid, searching for a hero to collect all eight pieces and destroy Ganon. Impa comes across [[Link]], and asks him to take this quest. This begins the game. | In ''The Legend of Zelda'', Ganondorf was only in his pig form, Ganon. The intro of the game tells of how Ganon ''stole'' the Triforce of Power, and was rumored to be after the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] too. Before he could steal that one too, Zelda broke the Triforce of Wisdom into eight [[Triforce Shard|pieces]] and hide them inside underground labyrinths (dungeons). She then sent [[Impa]], her nursemaid, searching for a hero to collect all eight pieces and destroy Ganon. Impa comes across [[Link]], and asks him to take this quest. This begins the game. | ||
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===A Link to the Past=== | ===A Link to the Past=== | ||
{{main|Ganon (A Link to the Past)}} | |||
[[File:Ganon-ALTTP-Sprite.png|right]]Prior to the start of the game's events, Ganondorf Dragmire enters the Sacred Realm, obtaining the [[Triforce]]. Desiring its full benefits for himself, he murders his accomplices. Upon touching the Triforce, he is transformed into a boar-like demon dubbed Ganon. The [[Sacred Realm]] also assumes the guise of the [[Dark World]]. Endeavoring to preserve the balance of peace, the [[Knights of Hyrule]] and the [[Seven Wise Men]] lock Ganon in the Dark World. | [[File:Ganon-ALTTP-Sprite.png|right]]Prior to the start of the game's events, Ganondorf Dragmire enters the Sacred Realm, obtaining the [[Triforce]]. Desiring its full benefits for himself, he murders his accomplices. Upon touching the Triforce, he is transformed into a boar-like demon dubbed Ganon. The [[Sacred Realm]] also assumes the guise of the [[Dark World]]. Endeavoring to preserve the balance of peace, the [[Knights of Hyrule]] and the [[Seven Wise Men]] lock Ganon in the Dark World. | ||
Some years later, the demon is able to leave the Dark World disguised as the wizard [[Agahnim]]. In a clever twist of fate, Agahnim wins over the trust of the [[King of Hyrule]] and assumes the | Some years later, the demon is able to leave the Dark World disguised as the wizard [[Agahnim]]. In a clever twist of fate, Agahnim wins over the trust of the [[King of Hyrule]] and assumes the reins of power himself. He seals the [[Seven Maidens]] in the Dark World but one eludes him, Zelda, whom Link rescues from the Sanctuary. During Link's quest to obtain the Master Sword, however, Zelda is left unguarded and is captured by Agahnim and subsequently sealed in the Dark World. | ||
After defeating Agahnim in the Dark World, a bat arises from the defeated wizard's body and flies to the [[Pyramid of Power]]. It is revealed that the bat is indeed Ganon and Link must face the boar-like demon in a final battle. Link's [[Master Sword]] and [[Silver Arrow]]s triumph over Ganon's complete Triforce and [[Trident of Power]]. | After defeating Agahnim in the Dark World, a bat arises from the defeated wizard's body and flies to the [[Pyramid of Power]]. It is revealed that the bat is indeed Ganon and Link must face the boar-like demon in a final battle. Link's [[Master Sword]] and [[Silver Arrow]]s triumph over Ganon's complete Triforce and [[Trident of Power]]. | ||
{{clear|left}} | {{clear|left}} | ||
===Link's Awakening=== | ===Link's Awakening=== | ||
{{Main| | {{Main|Shadow Nightmares|section=Shadow of Ganon}} | ||
The Shadow of Ganon is one of the forms the Shadow Nightmares take in the final boss battle of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening|Link's Awakening]]''. | |||
It can summon bats, like the true Ganon in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', and must be dashed into numerous times to defeat. Spin attacks are also effective methods of harming the Shadow of Ganon. | |||
===Ocarina of Time=== | ===Ocarina of Time=== | ||
[[File:Ganondorf | {{main|Ganondorf (Ocarina of Time)}} | ||
[[File:Ganondorf-Ocarina.png|200px|right]]As the single male Gerudo born to the Gerudo Tribe every hundred years, Ganondorf was born the king of his people. He is a power-hungry thief and sorcerer seeking to find the omnipotent Triforce and use its power to take over Hyrule. Ganondorf is willing to use any means to achieve his goals, including treachery towards the King of Hyrule and manipulation of his own people. | |||
In order to open the [[Door of Time]] and obtain the Triforce, Ganondorf seeks to obtain the three Spiritual Stones, which act as keys to the Door of Time. In order to make the holders of the stones hand them over, Ganondorf curses the [[Great Deku Tree]], infests [[Dodongo's Cavern]] with monsters, and inflicts a parasite onto [[Lord Jabu-Jabu]]. | In order to open the [[Door of Time]] and obtain the Triforce, Ganondorf seeks to obtain the three Spiritual Stones, which act as keys to the Door of Time. In order to make the holders of the stones hand them over, Ganondorf curses the [[Great Deku Tree]], infests [[Dodongo's Cavern]] with monsters, and inflicts a parasite onto [[Lord Jabu-Jabu]]. | ||
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Link manages to undo all the curses and defeat all the monsters to retrieve the stones himself, but when he returns to Hyrule Castle Town he finds that Ganondorf has already laid siege to the town and drove Princess Zelda out. He allows Link to open the Door of Time, stepping in once the Master Sword pulls Link into a seven-year slumber. With Link unable to stop him, Ganondorf enters the [[Sacred Realm]] and claims the Triforce for himself; however, his unbalanced heart causes the Triforce to split into three pieces, Ganondorf keeping only the Triforce of Power for himself because his heart desired power most of all. With his newly obtained powers, Ganondorf spends the seven years of Link's slumber ruling over Hyrule with an iron fist and seeking the other two holders of the Triforce. | Link manages to undo all the curses and defeat all the monsters to retrieve the stones himself, but when he returns to Hyrule Castle Town he finds that Ganondorf has already laid siege to the town and drove Princess Zelda out. He allows Link to open the Door of Time, stepping in once the Master Sword pulls Link into a seven-year slumber. With Link unable to stop him, Ganondorf enters the [[Sacred Realm]] and claims the Triforce for himself; however, his unbalanced heart causes the Triforce to split into three pieces, Ganondorf keeping only the Triforce of Power for himself because his heart desired power most of all. With his newly obtained powers, Ganondorf spends the seven years of Link's slumber ruling over Hyrule with an iron fist and seeking the other two holders of the Triforce. | ||
After Link awakens from his slumber, he sets out to undo the evil Ganondorf has inflicted over the land and awaken the five Sages. After doing so, Princess Zelda comes out of disguise and presents Link with Ganondorf's weakness, the [[Light Arrow]]s. With Zelda's disguise removed, Ganondorf is able to find her and capture her, using her to lure Link up into his castle. He hopes to take the pieces of the Triforce from Link and Zelda and engages Link in battle. At first, Link seems to win and the castle collapses, but Ganondorf revives in his beast form, Ganon, and engages Link in battle again. In the end, Link comes out victorious, but as Ganondorf still holds the Triforce of | After Link awakens from his slumber, he sets out to undo the evil Ganondorf has inflicted over the land and awaken the five Sages. After doing so, Princess Zelda comes out of disguise and presents Link with Ganondorf's weakness, the [[Light Arrow]]s. With Zelda's disguise removed, Ganondorf is able to find her and capture her, using her to lure Link up into his castle. He hopes to take the pieces of the Triforce from Link and Zelda and engages Link in battle. At first, Link seems to win and the castle collapses, but Ganondorf revives in his beast form, Ganon, and engages Link in battle again. In the end, Link comes out victorious, but as Ganondorf still holds the Triforce of Power he cannot be killed. The Sages are forced to seal Ganondorf away, though he claims that as long as he holds the Triforce of Power, he will return and take his revenge. | ||
===Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages=== | ===Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages=== | ||
{{main|Ganon (Oracle Series)}} | |||
[[File:Ganon-Oracle.png|200px|left]] | [[File:Ganon-Oracle.png|200px|left]] | ||
After completing his adventures in both [[Holodrum]] and [[Labrynna]], Link finds out that the cause of [[Onox]] and [[Veran]]'s mischief was the result of a bigger plan devised by the witches [[Twinrova|Koume and Kotake]]; a plan to resurrect the evil king Ganon. The actions of Onox and Veran caused the [[Flame of Sorrow]] and the [[Flame of Destruction]] to be lit. In an attempt to light the third and final flame for their ritual, Twinrova kidnaps Princess Zelda herself to be used as a sacrifice. Although Link is able to defeat Twinrova and save Zelda from the ritual, he cannot stop the resurrection of Ganon, as Twinrova ends up sacrificing their own body as a vessel for the evil king. | After completing his adventures in both [[Holodrum]] and [[Labrynna]], Link finds out that the cause of [[Onox]] and [[Veran]]'s mischief was the result of a bigger plan devised by the witches [[Twinrova|Koume and Kotake]]; a plan to resurrect the evil king Ganon. The actions of Onox and Veran caused the [[Flame of Sorrow]] and the [[Flame of Destruction]] to be lit. In an attempt to light the third and final flame for their ritual, Twinrova kidnaps Princess Zelda herself to be used as a sacrifice. Although Link is able to defeat Twinrova and save Zelda from the ritual, he cannot stop the resurrection of Ganon, as Twinrova ends up sacrificing their own body as a vessel for the evil king. | ||
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===The Wind Waker=== | ===The Wind Waker=== | ||
[[File:Ganondorf WWHD.png|200px|right]] | |||
{{Main|Ganondorf (The Wind Waker)}}<br/> | {{Main|Ganondorf (The Wind Waker)}}<br/> | ||
{{Figurine|Ganondorf|Ganondorf_Figurine_(TWW).png| | {{Figurine|Ganondorf|Ganondorf_Figurine_(TWW).png| | ||
Base of Operations: Ganon's Castle<br/> | Base of Operations: Ganon's Castle<br/> | ||
Effective Weapons: Light Arrows, Master Sword<br/> | Effective Weapons: Light Arrows, Master Sword<br/> | ||
The possessor of the Triforce of Power, Ganondorf controls many fell beasts. It is useless for Link to try to face him alone. He must look for an ally who can aid him in battle.}} | The possessor of the Triforce of Power, Ganondorf controls many fell beasts. It is useless for Link to try to face him alone. He must look for an ally who can aid him in battle.}} | ||
As mentioned above in his characteristics, Ganon has a slightly different personality in ''The Wind Waker''. He first appears near the beginning of the game where he orders the [[Helmaroc King]] to throw Link into the [[Great Sea]]. He is not truly seen, as his face is not visible to the camera. However, the [[King of Red Lions]] reveals to Link very soon after that man was Ganondorf. He then appears again near the middle of the game, where Link thinks he can defeat Ganondorf with the Master Sword, only to be nearly defeated himself if it were not for [[Valoo]]. He does not appear in person again until the end of the game when Link and he have a sword duel in drowning Hyrule, ending with him being turned to stone. | As mentioned above in his characteristics, Ganon has a slightly different personality in ''The Wind Waker''. He first appears near the beginning of the game where he orders the [[Helmaroc King]] to throw Link into the [[Great Sea]]. He is not truly seen, as his face is not visible to the camera. However, the [[King of Red Lions]] reveals to Link very soon after that the man was Ganondorf. He then appears again near the middle of the game, where Link thinks he can defeat Ganondorf with the Master Sword, only to be nearly defeated himself if it were not for [[Valoo]]. He does not appear in person again until the end of the game when Link and he have a sword duel in drowning Hyrule, ending with him being turned to stone. | ||
===Four Swords Adventures=== | ===Four Swords Adventures=== | ||
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' Ganon is originally a desert nomad named Ganondorf. Prior to the events of the game, Ganon breaks the taboo of the [[Gerudo Tribe|Gerudo]] and explores the [[Desert Pyramid]], eventually stealing the [[Trident]] and the [[Dark Mirror]]. He uses the Trident's power to transform into Ganon, along with using the power of the Dark Mirror to create [[Shadow Link]]. Ganon uses [[Vaati]] to distract Link while he slowly gains power from the [[Shrine Maidens]] captured by Shadow Link. At the end of the game, Ganon appears as the final boss fought beneath the [[Tower of | {{main|Ganon (Four Swords Adventures)}} | ||
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' Ganon is originally a desert nomad named Ganondorf. Prior to the events of the game, Ganon breaks the taboo of the [[Gerudo Tribe|Gerudo]] and explores the [[Desert Pyramid]], eventually stealing the [[Trident]] and the [[Dark Mirror]]. He uses the Trident's power to transform into Ganon, along with using the power of the Dark Mirror to create [[Shadow Link]]. Ganon uses [[Vaati]] to distract Link while he slowly gains power from the [[Shrine Maidens]] captured by Shadow Link. At the end of the game, Ganon appears as the final boss fought beneath the [[Tower of Winds (Four Swords Adventures)|Tower of Winds]]. He is defeated when shot with a ball of light and a [[Light Arrow]], allowing the Maidens to imprison him within the [[Four Sword]]. | |||
===Twilight Princess=== | ===Twilight Princess=== | ||
[[File:Ganontp.png | {{main|Ganondorf (Twilight Princess)}} | ||
[[File:Ganontp.png|thumb|upright=1.4|Ganondorf being banished to the Twilight Realm]] | |||
====Sages' Story==== | ====Sages' Story==== | ||
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====Zant's Story==== | ====Zant's Story==== | ||
Once Link has gathered all the Mirror Shards, entered the [[Palace of Twilight]], and confronted Zant, he will again hear more of how Zant got his powers. Zant will start his explanation by telling Link and Midna about how he was tired of living in this world, where there was not the faintest bloom of desire.{{Ref|TP|1736 | Once Link has gathered all the Mirror Shards, entered the [[Palace of Twilight]], and confronted Zant, he will again hear more of how Zant got his powers. Zant will start his explanation by telling Link and Midna about how he was tired of living in this world, where there was not the faintest bloom of desire.{{Ref|TP|1736-1738|[[Zant]]}} He continues by saying that he believed he would be the next to rule the [[Twili]] people, but was denied.{{Ref|TP|1739-1740|[[Zant]]}} Zant continues by telling them how he found Ganon, who he refers to as "god".{{Ref|TP|1741|[[Zant]]}} There is then a scene showing Zant on the outdoor area of the Palace of Twilight, smacking the ground in frustration. A large ball appears above Zant's head, and proceeds toward him. It encompasses Zant, and Ganon will be shown, telling Zant that he will store his power in Zant, making whatever Zant desires something Ganon desires too.{{Ref|TP|1742-1743|Ganon}} Zant ends his speech by saying that Ganon had only one wish,{{Ref|TP|1744|[[Zant]]}} to merge light and shadow, to make ''darkness''.{{Ref|TP|1745|[[Zant]]}} | ||
After Link has defeated Zant, Zant will reveal to Link and Midna that his god, Ganon, has already descended and been reborn in the World of Light.{{Ref|name=Quote1|TP|1754|[[Zant]]}} He continues by showing good faith in Ganon, saying that as long as Ganon survives, he will resurrect Zant without cease.{{Ref|name=Quote1}} This mini-scene shows how much Zant really praises Ganon, which can be interpreted as Ganon playing Zant so he can be revived in Hyrule, or as a true relationship that has mutual feelings. | After Link has defeated Zant, Zant will reveal to Link and Midna that his god, Ganon, has already descended and been reborn in the World of Light.{{Ref|name=Quote1|TP|1754|[[Zant]]}} He continues by showing good faith in Ganon, saying that as long as Ganon survives, he will resurrect Zant without cease.{{Ref|name=Quote1}} This mini-scene shows how much Zant really praises Ganon, which can be interpreted as Ganon playing Zant so he can be revived in Hyrule, or as a true relationship that has mutual feelings. | ||
[[File:Hyrule-Castle-TP.jpg| | [[File:Hyrule-Castle-TP.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Outside of the Throne Room]] | ||
====Confrontation==== | ====Confrontation==== | ||
Ganon is finally confronted by Link at the very end of ''Twilight Princess'', where he is physically seen for the first time. This confrontation happens at the highest tower of [[Hyrule Castle (Twilight Princess)|Hyrule Castle]], in the [[Throne Room]]. Ganon can be found sitting on the throne, with [[Zelda|Princess Zelda]] levitating above him, in the middle of the Triforce statue. He arrogantly introduces himself by welcoming Link and Midna to ''his'' castle.{{Ref|TP|1767|Ganon}} After a dramatic scene of Ganon standing up, Ganon begins his speech by making fun of Midna's people, saying it was very pathetic that they defied the gods with ''petty'' magic only to be cast aside.{{Ref|TP|1770|Ganon}} He continues by saying the anguish felt by the Twili people acted as his nourishment, as their hatred ''bled across the void'' and awakened him.{{Ref|TP|1771 | Ganon is finally confronted by Link at the very end of ''Twilight Princess'', where he is physically seen for the first time. This confrontation happens at the highest tower of [[Hyrule Castle (Twilight Princess)|Hyrule Castle]], in the [[Throne Room]]. Ganon can be found sitting on the throne, with [[Zelda|Princess Zelda]] levitating above him, in the middle of the Triforce statue. He arrogantly introduces himself by welcoming Link and Midna to ''his'' castle.{{Ref|TP|1767|Ganon}} After a dramatic scene of Ganon standing up, Ganon begins his speech by making fun of Midna's people, saying it was very pathetic that they defied the gods with ''petty'' magic only to be cast aside.{{Ref|TP|1770|Ganon}} He continues by saying the anguish felt by the Twili people acted as his nourishment, as their hatred ''bled across the void'' and awakened him.{{Ref|TP|1771-1772|Ganon}} He explains why, in his opinion, Midna's people did not succeed; it was because they lacked true power.{{Ref|TP|1773|Ganon}} The kind of power those chosen by the gods wield.{{Ref|TP|1774|Ganon}} He continues by saying that someone with the type of power would make a suitable king, while at the same time holding up his right hand, which has the marking of the Triforce of Power.{{Ref|TP|1775|Ganon}} After Midna vows to deny Ganon what he desires,{{Ref|TP|1779|[[Midna]]}} Ganon redirects their attention to Zelda, who he refers to as their ''little friend''.{{Ref|TP|1783|Ganon}} He uses [[Twilight]]-magic to possess Zelda, and this begins the epic four-phase battle that concludes ''Twilight Princess''. | ||
After Link completes the four and final phase of the battle by stabbing Ganon in the middle of his chest with the [[Master Sword]], Ganon states his final words. He says to Link to not think that this is the end.{{Ref|TP|1819|Ganon}} He explains that the history of light and shadow will be written in blood.{{Ref|TP|1820|Ganon}} The scenes continue by showing the Triforce of Power leave Ganon, at which point Zant will appear, in more of an image rather than physically. He leans his head to the right, with a crack. This seemingly ends Ganon, as his eyes roll to the back of his head, and he seizes movement, yet still standing. This is the end of Ganon in ''Twilight Princess'', but it is unconfirmed if he died or not. | After Link completes the four and final phase of the battle by stabbing Ganon in the middle of his chest with the [[Master Sword]], Ganon states his final words. He says to Link to not think that this is the end.{{Ref|TP|1819|Ganon}} He explains that the history of light and shadow will be written in blood.{{Ref|TP|1820|Ganon}} The scenes continue by showing the Triforce of Power leave Ganon, at which point Zant will appear, in more of an image rather than physically. He leans his head to the right, with a crack. This seemingly ends Ganon, as his eyes roll to the back of his head, and he seizes movement, yet still standing. This is the end of Ganon in ''Twilight Princess'', but it is unconfirmed if he died or not. | ||
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===Breath of the Wild=== | ===Breath of the Wild=== | ||
{{see also|Calamity Ganon (Boss)|Dark Beast Ganon (Breath of the Wild)}} | |||
{{Quote|Calamity Ganon's physical body is sealed away inside of Hyrule Castle. Princess Zelda's weakening powers and the hero's awakening have served as a catalyst for Ganon's revival. When Calamity Ganon finally breaks Zelda's seal, its form is incomplete. It resembles an enormous spider equipped with a variety of weapons. It has absorbed the ancient Sheikah relics used to attack it one hundred years ago, and utilizes a beam attack that is not unlike a Guardians laser.|[[Creating a Champion]], page 76}} | |||
====Backstory==== | ====Backstory==== | ||
{{image|file=Calamity-ganon.jpg|align=right|type=caption|caption=Calamity Ganon}} | {{image|file=Calamity-ganon.jpg|align=right|type=caption|caption=Calamity Ganon}} | ||
Ganon appears in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]'', and is referred to as [[Calamity Ganon]]. Calamity Ganon is known as a primal evil that has appeared throughout the history of [[Hyrule]]. Ten thousand years before the story's events it appeared and attempted to destroy the world. To deal with this threat, the ancient [[Sheikah]] race built an army of mechanical constructs called [[Guardian (Breath of the Wild)|Guardians]] to aid the chosen [[Link|Hero]] and [[Zelda|Princess]]. These protectors were aided by four massive creatures known as the [[Divine Beast]]s (also built by the Sheikah) that were used to weaken Ganon. With this army, the Sheikah and [[Hylian]]s sealed Ganon beneath [[Hyrule Castle]], where it lay dormant for a millennium. | Ganon appears in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]'', and is referred to as [[Calamity Ganon (Boss)|Calamity Ganon]]. Calamity Ganon is known as a primal evil that has appeared throughout the history of [[Hyrule]]. Ten thousand years before the story's events it appeared and attempted to destroy the world. To deal with this threat, the ancient [[Sheikah]] race built an army of mechanical constructs called [[Guardian (Breath of the Wild)|Guardians]] to aid the chosen [[Link|Hero]] and [[Zelda|Princess]]. These protectors were aided by four massive creatures known as the [[Divine Beast]]s (also built by the Sheikah) that were used to weaken Ganon. With this army, the Sheikah and [[Hylian]]s sealed Ganon beneath [[Hyrule Castle]], where it lay dormant for a millennium. | ||
====Past==== | ====Past==== | ||
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A century before the present day, a prophecy was made foretelling the imminent return of Calamity Ganon. Hoping to defeat Ganon in the same fashion as their ancestors, the [[Rhoam Bosphoramus Hyrule|King]] and the Hylian people began working to locate and excavate the Guardians and Divine Beasts. A [[Champion]] was chosen from each of Hyrule's four races to pilot the Divine Beasts. Princess Zelda also worked to awaken the power to seal Ganon that rested within her, alongside the protection afforded by her knight and the chosen hero, Link. | A century before the present day, a prophecy was made foretelling the imminent return of Calamity Ganon. Hoping to defeat Ganon in the same fashion as their ancestors, the [[Rhoam Bosphoramus Hyrule|King]] and the Hylian people began working to locate and excavate the Guardians and Divine Beasts. A [[Champion]] was chosen from each of Hyrule's four races to pilot the Divine Beasts. Princess Zelda also worked to awaken the power to seal Ganon that rested within her, alongside the protection afforded by her knight and the chosen hero, Link. | ||
Despite their efforts, Ganon broke free of its prison before Zelda awakened her true power. Unexpectedly, the beast was cunning, and used its power to take control of the Guardians and turn them against Hyrule and its citizens. Ganon also created four blights in his image to infect the Divine Beasts, taking control of the constructs and killing each of the Champions. With most of [[Central Hyrule]] destroyed, [[Link#Breath of the Wild|Link]] and [[Zelda#Breath of the Wild|Princess Zelda]] fought against the Guardians in a deserted field. While defending Link, Zelda awakened the power to seal Ganon away and defeat the Guardians. Link, however, died soon after, and was taken to the [[Shrine of Resurrection]] where he would revive after a long slumber. Until this day arrived, Zelda used her power to contain Ganon within Hyrule Castle. | Despite their efforts, Ganon broke free of its prison before Zelda awakened her true power. Unexpectedly, the beast was cunning, and used its power to take control of the Guardians and turn them against Hyrule and its citizens. Ganon also created four blights in his image to infect the Divine Beasts, taking control of the constructs and killing each of the Champions. With most of [[Central Hyrule]] destroyed, [[Link#Breath of the Wild|Link]] and [[Zelda#Breath of the Wild|Princess Zelda]] fought against the Guardians in a deserted field. While defending Link, Zelda awakened the power to seal Ganon away and defeat the Guardians. Link, however, died soon after, and was taken to the [[Shrine of Resurrection]] where he would revive after a long slumber. Until this day arrived, Zelda used her power to contain Ganon within Hyrule Castle. Ganon thinks he can be undeafeted. | ||
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Once Link destroys this incarnation, Ganon's spirit escapes to Hyrule Field and manifests into its true form: Dark Beast Ganon. A pure embodiment of Malice and Hatred, it is a gigantic boar similar to Ganon's appearance in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''. Princess Zelda reveals that Ganon has given up on reincarnation to create this form, intending to release the full force of its wrath upon the world. Now that it is free from the prison of Hyrule Castle, Ganon will do exactly that unless stopped. | Once Link destroys this incarnation, Ganon's spirit escapes to Hyrule Field and manifests into its true form: Dark Beast Ganon. A pure embodiment of Malice and Hatred, it is a gigantic boar similar to Ganon's appearance in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''. Princess Zelda reveals that Ganon has given up on reincarnation to create this form, intending to release the full force of its wrath upon the world. Now that it is free from the prison of Hyrule Castle, Ganon will do exactly that unless stopped. | ||
Granting Link with the [[Bow of Light]], Zelda entrusted this task to Link. While riding on his horse around the Beast's massive figure, Link uses the Bow to | Granting Link with the [[Bow of Light]], Zelda entrusted this task to Link. While riding on his horse around the Beast's massive figure, Link uses the Bow to pierce several weak points on Ganon's body. He then fires one last shot into the core of beast, which releases Zelda from her century-long imprisonment. As Ganon makes one last attempt to attack, Zelda uses the power of the [[Triforce]] to finish it off for good. | ||
While Ganon seemingly disappears after its defeat, Princess Zelda indicates that Ganon is only 'gone for now'. Though Ganon can no longer take a physical form, it is still able to return in the future. | While Ganon seemingly disappears after its defeat, Princess Zelda indicates that Ganon is only 'gone for now'. Though Ganon can no longer take a physical form, it is still able to return in the future. | ||
===Age of Calamity=== | |||
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{{quote|A new incarnation of Ganon, born after absorbing Astor's power. He was revived to bring Hyrule to ruin and has now been sealed away by Link, Zelda, and the others.|In-game description}} | |||
Calamity Ganon retroactively debuts during the second Great Calamity. In an attempt to ensure that its manifestation cannot be averted, it sends a piece of itself through the time warp used by [[Terrako]] to stop it from changing the future. Soon afterward, it tries to use a possessed Guardian to try and kill Zelda as she, Link, and Impa are on their way to the Ancient Tech Lab. | |||
It eventually gained a more complete form after having its Harbinger Ganon form absorb Astor after the two were brought to a corner by the Champions of Hyrule, which resembled a gigantic, Malice and Sheikah technology-fused version of his human form, albeit with a slightly piggish snout. It was also invincible in this form, forcing the Champions to their knees until Terrako, reactivated after being forced to fight the Champions due to Calamity Ganon, proceeded to take Ganon's blast towards Zelda and self-destructed, weakening him enough to ultimately seal him away. | |||
Calamity Ganon can also be unlocked as a playable Warrior by completing Challenge Missions pertaining to the Blight Ganons until a trio of three missions unlock where the player must challenge the three final bosses in one on one confrontations. Completing the Level 80+ mission Versus Calamity Ganon will unlock him. His weapon is the Malice-infested Ancient screws as part of his form is derived from Terrako. | |||
The playable version of Calamity Ganon is slightly smaller than the boss version though he can still use many of the same attacks. His unique ability is to spread Malice when performing combos and certain Strong Attacks. Pressing ZR will have Ganon absorb the Malice back into his body, filling the Malice gauge. Filling it completely will have him enter his Calamity Form where he gains new powerful combos. Either string will not only stagger strong enemies and bosses but expose their Weak Point on hit. His Enhanced Ability allows him to spread even more Malice in his Calamity form with his normal combo. | |||
====Weapons==== | |||
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File:Cursed Bone Shard - HWAoC icon.png|link=Cursed Bone Shard|[[Cursed Bone Shard]] | |||
File:Malevolent Spine - HWAoC icon.png|link=Malevolent Spine|[[Malevolent Spine]] | |||
File:Heart of Annihilation - HWAoC icon.png|link=Heart of Annihilation|[[Heart of Annihilation]] | |||
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====Quests==== | |||
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==Non-Canon Appearances== | ==Non-Canon Appearances== | ||
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===Super Smash Bros.=== | ===Super Smash Bros.=== | ||
[[File:Ganondorf_Brawl.png | [[File:Ganondorf_Brawl.png|thumb|upright=1.1|Ganondorf as seen in Super Smash Bros. Brawl]] | ||
Ganondorf also appears in [[Super Smash Bros. Melee]] and [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]. He is a secret character in both games. In order to unlock him in Super Smash Bros Melee, Link will have to clear Match Event #29. There are three ways to unlock Ganondorf in Super Smash Bros Brawl: | Ganondorf also appears in [[Super Smash Bros. Melee]] and [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]. He is a secret character in both games. In order to unlock him in Super Smash Bros Melee, Link will have to clear Match Event #29. There are three ways to unlock Ganondorf in Super Smash Bros Brawl: | ||
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===CD-I=== | ===CD-I=== | ||
{{main|Ganon (Faces of Evil and Wand of Gamelon)}} | |||
In the [[Philips CD-i]] games, Ganon takes on a different design from the canon [[Nintendo]] games and animated series. He is more demonic in appearance and in the first two games only requires a single hit to defeat. | In the [[Philips CD-i]] games, Ganon takes on a different design from the canon [[Nintendo]] games and animated series. He is more demonic in appearance and in the first two games only requires a single hit to defeat. | ||
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===Hyrule Warriors=== | ===Hyrule Warriors=== | ||
Ganon appears in the [[Nintendo Wii U]] game ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]''. Ganondorf is the primary antagonist of the game, manipulating [[Cia]] to try and revive himself. He is also playable after Cia is defeated in [[ | {{see also|Ganon (Hyrule Warriors)}} | ||
{{clear|left}} | {{quote|The personification of evil becomes the personification of awesomeness when Ganondorf takes the field with a really big sword.|Ganondorf's ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]'' [https://www.zelda.com/hyrule-warriors/character-detail/#!Ganondorf Official Website description]}} | ||
Ganon appears in the [[Nintendo Wii U]] game ''[[Hyrule Warriors]]''. Ganondorf is the primary antagonist of the game, manipulating [[Cia]] to try and revive himself. He is also playable after Cia is defeated in [[Shining Beacon]].{{clear|left}} | |||
===Animated Series=== | ===Animated Series=== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:Ganonloz2.png|Ganon art from the [[Million Publications The Legend of Zelda Strategy Guide|Million Publications Strategy Guide]] for ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'' | |||
File:Ganon-Barcode-Battler.png|Ganon art for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' | |||
File:Ganondorf - OOT Turnaround front HH.png|Ganondorf design art for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' | |||
File:Ganonloz2.png| | File:Ganon-Ocarina.png|Ganon key art from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' | ||
File:Ganon-Oracle-Sprite.png|Ganon sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'' & ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'' | |||
File:Ganondorf-Artwork-The-Wind-Waker.png|Ganondorf key art for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' | |||
File:Ganon-Barcode-Battler.png|'' | File:FSA-Ganon.png|Ganon sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' | ||
File:Ganondorf TPHD.png|Ganondorf key art for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD|Twilight Princess HD]]'' | |||
File:GanonLBW.jpg|Ganon key art for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds|A Link Between Worlds]]'' | |||
File: | File:Hyrule Warriors Artwork Ganondorf Great Swords.png|''[[Hyrule Warriors]]'' Ganondorf art with [[Great Swords]] | ||
File:Calamity-Ganon-Art.png|Calamity Ganon key art for ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild|Breath of the Wild]]'' | |||
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