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Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' | Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' | ||
|location = Temple of Time | |location = [[Lost Woods]]<br>[[Temple of Time]]<br>[[Sacred Grove]] | ||
|uses = Weapon to damage evil enemies | |uses = Weapon to damage evil enemies | ||
|game = ''[[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 Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords | |game = ''[[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 Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords#The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Anniversary Edition|Four Swords 25th Anniversary Edition]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]''<br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' | ||
|sim = | |sim = [[Goddess Sword]]<br>[[Four Sword]] | ||
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{{Quote|The Master Sword is a sacred blade which evil ones may never touch.... Only one worthy of the title of "Hero of Time" can pull it from the [[Pedestal of Time]]....|[[Rauru]]}} | |||
The '''Master Sword''', also known as the '''Blade of Evil's Bane''', is a recurring [[sword]] in the [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Legend of Zelda'' series]]. In many games, it is said to be the only sword capable of defeating [[Ganon]]. This legendary blade is blessed with the power to vanquish beings of evil and is often found in the [[Pedestal of Time]]. It has become one of the most iconic symbols of the ''Legend of Zelda'' series, often appearing in other video games. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
The Master Sword was forged from the [[Goddess Sword]], a blade originally wielded by the Goddess, Hylia. During the events of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'', [[Link]] is revealed as Hylia's chosen hero and removes the blade from its pedestal on the floating island of Skyloft. | The Master Sword was forged from the [[Goddess Sword]], a blade originally wielded by the Goddess, [[Hylia]]. During the events of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'', [[Link]] is revealed as Hylia's chosen hero and removes the blade from its pedestal on the floating island of [[Skyloft]]. | ||
The sword is tied with a guardian entity known as [[Fi]], a being created by Hylia to guide the chosen hero. | The sword is tied with a guardian entity known as [[Fi]], a being created by Hylia to guide the chosen hero. Fi helps [[Link]] in the forging of the Master Sword. This is done by exposing the blade to three [[Sacred Flames]] which represent [[Din]], [[Nayru]] and [[Farore]] respectively. | ||
Each sacred flame | Each sacred flame increases the properties of the sword as well as the shape and structure. Farore's Flame forges the Goddess Sword into the [[Goddess Longsword]], a longer and sharper blade that does double damage. Nayru's Flame makes the Goddess Longsword into the [[Goddess White Sword]], making the color of the hilt white and enhancing [[dowsing]] abilities. Din's Flame changes the Goddess White Sword into the Master Sword. The hilt turns purple and green and the blade does three times the damage. However, the wings on the side of the hilt are not extended, and the yellow gem in the middle is not glowing. These are indicators that the sword is not yet in its true form. | ||
The [[Hylia|Goddess]] then blesses the blade and turned it into the [[True Master Sword]]. [[Skyward Strike]]s now charge much faster. | |||
The [[Hylia|Goddess]] then | |||
== Design == | == Design == | ||
The Master Sword is a double-edged longsword with no fuller and blue hilt, although in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the hilt of the sword is golden. The sword's crossguard is large and elaborate in relation to its pommel, and is | The Master Sword is a double-edged longsword with no fuller and blue hilt, although in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'', the hilt of the sword is golden. The sword's crossguard is large and elaborate in relation to its pommel, and is similar to the seal of Hyrule's [[Royal Family]]. The [[Triforce]] is engraved on the base of the blade, and embedded in the crossguard is a gem. | ||
In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', the state of the gem in crossguard seems to be indicative of the sword's power. When Link first acquires the unawakened Master Sword, the gem in its crossguard is dark, and the guard itself seems to have retracted toward the grip. Only once the sword has been restored to its full power does its hilt regain its signature appearance, and its blade again shines a mysterious light. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', the Master Sword is much longer and slimmer. | |||
==Appearances== | ==Appearances== | ||
===A Link to the Past=== | ===A Link to the Past=== | ||
[[File:Lttpmaster sword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'']] | [[File:Lttpmaster sword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'']] | ||
In [[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]], the Master Sword is obtained by collecting the | In [[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]], the Master Sword is obtained by collecting the three [[Pendant of Virtue|Pendants of Virtue]] from the three temples in the [[Light World]] across [[Hyrule]]. Once Link has them, he will find the Master Sword in the [[Lost Woods]]. In this game, the Master Sword can be upgraded to the [[Tempered Sword]] and the [[Golden Sword]]. In the [[Gameboy Advance|GBA]] version, the Golden Sword can break pots. | ||
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===Ocarina of Time=== | ===Ocarina of Time=== | ||
[[File:oot3ds_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]'']] | [[File:oot3ds_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D|Ocarina of Time 3D]]'']] | ||
In [[ The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]], [[Link]] obtains the Master sword in the Temple of Time. Link needs to place the three | In [[ The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]], [[Link]] obtains the Master sword in the [[Temple of Time]] inside of the [[Pedestal of Time]]. Link needs to place the three [[Spiritual Stones]] on the temple's altar, which can be found in the three dungeons from the Child Timeline across Hyrule. [[Sheik]] describes the blade as a ship that sails across time; obviously referencing the ability of it to take you back and forth between childhood and adulthood. After defeating [[Ganon]], Link places the Master Sword back into its pedestal. This creates a split in the [[timeline]]. | ||
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===Oracle of Ages=== | ===Oracle of Ages=== | ||
[[File:ooamastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'']] | [[File:ooamastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'']] | ||
The Master Sword is the final upgrade of the | The Master Sword is the final upgrade of the [[Wooden Sword]] and can only be obtained in a linked game with the ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]''. | ||
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===Oracle of Seasons=== | ===Oracle of Seasons=== | ||
[[File:oosmastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'']] | [[File:oosmastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons|Oracle of Seasons]]'']] | ||
The Master Sword is the final upgrade of the | The Master Sword is the final upgrade of the Wooden Sword and can only be obtained in a linked game with the ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]''. | ||
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===Four Swords 25th Anniversary Edition=== | ===Four Swords 25th Anniversary Edition=== | ||
[[File:fsanniversary_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' 25th Anniversary Edition]] | [[File:fsanniversary_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' 25th Anniversary Edition]] | ||
The Master Sword is obtained after completing the [[Realm of Memories]]. It allows the player to shoot | The Master Sword is obtained after completing the [[Realm of Memories]]. It allows the player to shoot [[Sword Beam]]s. | ||
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===The Wind Waker=== | ===The Wind Waker=== | ||
[[File:ww_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its weakened state in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'']] | [[File:ww_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its weakened state in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'']] | ||
In The Wind Waker, [[Link]] finds the Master Sword underneath the [[Great Sea]] within [[Hyrule Castle]] in the drowned land of | <br><br>In ''The Wind Waker'', [[Link]] finds the Master Sword underneath the [[Great Sea]] within [[Hyrule Castle]] in the drowned land of Hyrule. After his first face-to-face encounter with [[Ganon|Ganondorf]], he is told that the Master Sword has lost its power. To restore the Master Sword to its former glory, Link must awaken the new [[Sage]]s of earth and wind. | ||
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[[File:ww_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword powered with the prayers of the Sage of Earth]] | [[File:ww_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword powered with the prayers of the Sage of Earth]] | ||
After awakening [[Medli]] as the new Earth Sage, Link takes her to the [[Earth Temple (The Wind Waker)|Earth Temple]]. Upon defeating [[Jalhalla]], Link and Medli play the [[Earth God's Lyric]] and restore power partially to the Master Sword. | <br><br>After awakening [[Medli]] as the new Earth Sage, Link takes her to the [[Earth Temple (The Wind Waker)|Earth Temple]]. Upon defeating [[Jalhalla]], Link and Medli play the [[Earth God's Lyric]] and restore power partially to the Master Sword. | ||
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[[File:ww_mastersword3.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword returns!]] | [[File:ww_mastersword3.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword returns!]] | ||
After awakening [[Makar]] as the new Wind Sage, Link then travels with him to the [[Wind Temple]]. Upon defeating [[Molgera]], Link and Makar play the [[Wind God's Aria]]. With the prayers of both Sages, the Master Sword returns to its true state. | <br><br>After awakening [[Makar]] as the new Wind Sage, Link then travels with him to the [[Wind Temple]]. Upon defeating [[Molgera]], Link and Makar play the [[Wind God's Aria]]. With the prayers of both Sages, the Master Sword returns to its true state. | ||
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===Twilight Princess=== | ===Twilight Princess=== | ||
[[File:tp_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|[[Link]] removing the Master Sword from its pedestal in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'']] | [[File:tp_mastersword.png|thumb|left|200px|[[Link]] removing the Master Sword from its pedestal in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'']] | ||
In [[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]], [[Link]] obtains the Master Sword after getting cursed by [[Zant]], causing | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', [[Link]] obtains the Master Sword after getting cursed by [[Zant]], causing Link to remain permanently as a [[Wolf Link|wolf]]. The Master Sword is the only thing that can break the curse and it lies in a place called the [[Sacred Grove]]. | ||
Later in the game, upon entering the [[Palace of Twilight]], [[Link]] infuses the Master Sword with light. This light comes from the light sources of the [[Twilight Realm]] known as [[Sol]]s. Once infused with light, the Master Sword can cut through veils of twilight which normally would transform | Later in the game, upon entering the [[Palace of Twilight]], [[Link]] infuses the Master Sword with light. This light comes from the light sources of the [[Twilight Realm]] known as [[Sol]]s. Once infused with light, the Master Sword can cut through veils of [[twilight]] which normally would transform Link into a wolf upon exposure. The light vanishes from the sword upon leaving the [[Twilight Realm]] but will return to the sword upon reentry. | ||
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===Skyward Sword=== | ===Skyward Sword=== | ||
[[File:ss_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Upon exposure to Din's flame, the Goddess White Sword becomes the Master Sword in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'']] | [[File:ss_mastersword.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Upon exposure to Din's flame, the Goddess White Sword becomes the Master Sword in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'']] | ||
''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' explains the creation of the Master Sword. It was originally known as the [[Goddess Sword]] wielded by the goddess, [[Hylia]]. The blade was exposed to three [[Sacred Flames]] | <br><br>''[[The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword|Skyward Sword]]'' explains the creation of the Master Sword. It was originally known as the [[Goddess Sword]] wielded by the goddess, [[Hylia]]. The blade was exposed to three [[Sacred Flames]] and blessed by the goddess, turning it into the True Master Sword. | ||
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[[File:ss_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its true state after being blessed by [[Hylia]].]] | [[File:ss_mastersword2.png|thumb|left|200px|The Master Sword in its true state after being blessed by [[Hylia]].]] | ||
<br><br>In this game, the Master Sword also has the ability to [[Skyward Strike|shoot beams of light]] and can [[Dowsing|search for people or items]]. This is likely due to the presence of Fi, the spirit inside the sword. | |||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<onlyinclude>{{Gallery|size=80|pad=5|}} | <onlyinclude>{{Gallery|size=80|pad=5|}} | ||
{{Gallery/Box|file=Wp1-1920x1200.jpg|caption= ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | {{Gallery/Box|file=Wp1-1920x1200.jpg|caption= Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | ||
{{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_mastersword.jpg|caption= ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | {{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_mastersword.jpg|caption= Artwork from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | ||
{{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_mastersword_sprite.jpg|caption= | {{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_mastersword_sprite.jpg|caption= Pulling out the sword in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | ||
{{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_zd_108.png|caption= The ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | {{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_zd_108.png|caption= The sword in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | ||
{{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_end_sword.png|caption= End Credits ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | {{Gallery/Box|file=Lttp_end_sword.png|caption= The sword in the End Credits of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | ||
{{Gallery/Box|file= | {{Gallery/Box|file=Item_mastersword.gif|caption= The Sprite from ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]''}} | ||
{{Gallery/Box|file= | {{Gallery/Box|file=Master sword ww.jpg|caption= The Master Sword in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]''}} | ||
{{Gallery/Bottom}}</onlyinclude> | {{Gallery/Bottom}}</onlyinclude> | ||
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"The Master Sword is a sacred blade which evil ones may never touch.... Only one worthy of the title of "Hero of Time" can pull it from the Pedestal of Time...."
The Master Sword, also known as the Blade of Evil's Bane, is a recurring sword in the Legend of Zelda series. In many games, it is said to be the only sword capable of defeating Ganon. This legendary blade is blessed with the power to vanquish beings of evil and is often found in the Pedestal of Time. It has become one of the most iconic symbols of the Legend of Zelda series, often appearing in other video games.
History
The Master Sword was forged from the Goddess Sword, a blade originally wielded by the Goddess, Hylia. During the events of Skyward Sword, Link is revealed as Hylia's chosen hero and removes the blade from its pedestal on the floating island of Skyloft.
The sword is tied with a guardian entity known as Fi, a being created by Hylia to guide the chosen hero. Fi helps Link in the forging of the Master Sword. This is done by exposing the blade to three Sacred Flames which represent Din, Nayru and Farore respectively.
Each sacred flame increases the properties of the sword as well as the shape and structure. Farore's Flame forges the Goddess Sword into the Goddess Longsword, a longer and sharper blade that does double damage. Nayru's Flame makes the Goddess Longsword into the Goddess White Sword, making the color of the hilt white and enhancing dowsing abilities. Din's Flame changes the Goddess White Sword into the Master Sword. The hilt turns purple and green and the blade does three times the damage. However, the wings on the side of the hilt are not extended, and the yellow gem in the middle is not glowing. These are indicators that the sword is not yet in its true form.
The Goddess then blesses the blade and turned it into the True Master Sword. Skyward Strikes now charge much faster.
Design
The Master Sword is a double-edged longsword with no fuller and blue hilt, although in A Link to the Past, the hilt of the sword is golden. The sword's crossguard is large and elaborate in relation to its pommel, and is similar to the seal of Hyrule's Royal Family. The Triforce is engraved on the base of the blade, and embedded in the crossguard is a gem.
In The Wind Waker, the state of the gem in crossguard seems to be indicative of the sword's power. When Link first acquires the unawakened Master Sword, the gem in its crossguard is dark, and the guard itself seems to have retracted toward the grip. Only once the sword has been restored to its full power does its hilt regain its signature appearance, and its blade again shines a mysterious light. In Twilight Princess, the Master Sword is much longer and slimmer.
Appearances
A Link to the Past
In A Link to the Past, the Master Sword is obtained by collecting the three Pendants of Virtue from the three temples in the Light World across Hyrule. Once Link has them, he will find the Master Sword in the Lost Woods. In this game, the Master Sword can be upgraded to the Tempered Sword and the Golden Sword. In the GBA version, the Golden Sword can break pots.
Ocarina of Time
In Ocarina of Time, Link obtains the Master sword in the Temple of Time inside of the Pedestal of Time. Link needs to place the three Spiritual Stones on the temple's altar, which can be found in the three dungeons from the Child Timeline across Hyrule. Sheik describes the blade as a ship that sails across time; obviously referencing the ability of it to take you back and forth between childhood and adulthood. After defeating Ganon, Link places the Master Sword back into its pedestal. This creates a split in the timeline.
Oracle of Ages
The Master Sword is the final upgrade of the Wooden Sword and can only be obtained in a linked game with the Oracle of Seasons.
Oracle of Seasons
The Master Sword is the final upgrade of the Wooden Sword and can only be obtained in a linked game with the Oracle of Ages.
Four Swords 25th Anniversary Edition
The Master Sword is obtained after completing the Realm of Memories. It allows the player to shoot Sword Beams.
The Wind Waker
In The Wind Waker, Link finds the Master Sword underneath the Great Sea within Hyrule Castle in the drowned land of Hyrule. After his first face-to-face encounter with Ganondorf, he is told that the Master Sword has lost its power. To restore the Master Sword to its former glory, Link must awaken the new Sages of earth and wind.
After awakening Medli as the new Earth Sage, Link takes her to the Earth Temple. Upon defeating Jalhalla, Link and Medli play the Earth God's Lyric and restore power partially to the Master Sword.
After awakening Makar as the new Wind Sage, Link then travels with him to the Wind Temple. Upon defeating Molgera, Link and Makar play the Wind God's Aria. With the prayers of both Sages, the Master Sword returns to its true state.
Twilight Princess
In Twilight Princess, Link obtains the Master Sword after getting cursed by Zant, causing Link to remain permanently as a wolf. The Master Sword is the only thing that can break the curse and it lies in a place called the Sacred Grove.
Later in the game, upon entering the Palace of Twilight, Link infuses the Master Sword with light. This light comes from the light sources of the Twilight Realm known as Sols. Once infused with light, the Master Sword can cut through veils of twilight which normally would transform Link into a wolf upon exposure. The light vanishes from the sword upon leaving the Twilight Realm but will return to the sword upon reentry.
Skyward Sword
Skyward Sword explains the creation of the Master Sword. It was originally known as the Goddess Sword wielded by the goddess, Hylia. The blade was exposed to three Sacred Flames and blessed by the goddess, turning it into the True Master Sword.
In this game, the Master Sword also has the ability to shoot beams of light and can search for people or items. This is likely due to the presence of Fi, the spirit inside the sword.
Gallery
Artwork from A Link to the Past
Artwork from A Link to the Past
Pulling out the sword in A Link to the Past
The sword in A Link to the Past
The sword in the End Credits of A Link to the Past
The Sprite from A Link to the Past
The Master Sword in The Wind Waker
