Welcome to Zelda Site! Below you will see the latest news and updates from across the Zelda Community. More often than not, you will come across news in duplicate, and that's simply because Zelda sites all seem to report on the same thing these days. However, you'll also come across some unique features from some of the biggest Zelda sites currently active, as well as seeing some individual site news as well.
Consider this site as a news source, like NewsNow - but for Zelda (so it's much more interesting).
Community-Wide Zelda Updates
Staffy Staff
Source: The Temple of Light - News | 4 Jul 2009 | 12:15 pm
Rauru's Return is looking for a few people to come and join the team here to keep things ticking over. The positions available are:
News Reporter
Media Manager
Content Manager
A News Reporter is as you can probably guess - someone to cover all Zelda news. You don't need prior experience, but you do need to have a very good standard of English, be able to work independantly and under direction and have a good knowledge of how to use forums, BBCode and an amount of image manipulation experience.
A Media Manager is someone who's got the ability to take lots of screenshots of various Zelda games, or has a scanner, Zelda Manuals or official/unofficial guides and can scan them. We have a very large Media Gallery, and one of the most complete Media sections in the Zelda Community (go on, take a look at the Downloads tab above or the Gallery tab) but we still need more. All you need to do is have the knowledge to take a ton of screenshots or high resolution scans and be able to upload them to the server - nice and easy.
A Content Writer is someone who has a passion for Zelda games and wants to help people complete them. You need to have a great grasp of the English language, know how to direct people and also have the ability to add screenshots and images where necessary. If you take a gander at our The Legend of Zelda section, it gives a rough idea of what I'm looking for.
HTML knowledge would be a bonus for all positions, but not required. If you're interested - e-mail me at webmaster@raurusreturn.net or PM me on the forums. When e-mailing please put the Subject as Job! and please provide any past experience and any writing samples if you have any.
Election Results and Happy “Screw Britain” Day!
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 4 Jul 2009 | 2:37 am
Alright, it is official: Andoman is the first President of the Groups here at Legend of Zelda.com! Thank you to him, Makai, and Teeler for your participation as nominees. Also, thank you to the staff for all your help. A very special thank you to the Group Leaders for all your work with the groups and the election itself. And thank you to all who took part, be it campaigning, debating, or voting. The election was a huge success. Out of the 114 people who logged in July 1st, 79 people total voted in the poll! Congratulations on such a success.
Also, to all our American members, happy Independence Day, aka “Screw Britain” Day. Yes, the day our glorious forefathers told King George to shove it up his…nevermind. Anyhow, stay safe, don’t blow yourselves or your houses or your friends up, or anything for that matter, and enjoy the shows! =]
Remember, LoZ.com is looking for new staff and mailbag submissions, so if you’re interested in any of that, check out the “Staff Openings” and “Mailbag” pages here at the site. Thank you for your patronage!
Bank of Hyrule Kickoff Contest is Monday!
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 3 Jul 2009 | 11:01 pm
It’s here, everyone – to celebrate the launch of The Bank of Hyrule, and to prove we’re serious about running contests, what better to hold than a kickoff contest? The gracious folks from Mounts and More and Viz Media have offered to sponsor our first contest. It’s open to everyone, everywhere (yes, everywhere), and we’re going to start it after the holiday weekend – this Monday.
So, what kind of Zelda gear could you win? Hit the jump to find out.
Contest Rules
Before I get into the prizes, I should first lay out how the contest is going to work – and how you can enter. After much discussion, the ZU staff has settled on the following rules to enter:
- Take a photo of something in real life you feel represents or reminds you of Zelda. It could be anything – we’re not being strict here – but don’t push it too much.
- Upload that photo somewhere – to Flickr, ImageShack, we don’t care where.
- Post a link to the photo in the comments of the contest post (THAT’S NOT THIS POST!), and we’ll tally ‘em up for a raffle.
To clarify, here are some further points about entering the upcoming contest:
- If you enter twice (and yes, we can tell), you’ll be disqualified.
- If we find out you submitted a photo you didn’t take yourself – aka plagiarized your entry – you’ll be disqualified.
- Please don’t email us entries. We’re not counting email submissions. Post a link to the photo in the comments.
- Although we’re not going to judge what reminds you of Zelda and disqualify you if you enter with a “bogus” photo, we will be showing off the best photos entered on the site. So this is also a chance to show off your artistic talent!
The contest will begin at midnight (12:00am) on Monday, July 6th, Eastern Standard Time, and will end in precisely a week. So, your entry must be submitted by 11:59pm EST on Sunday, July 12th.
Second Place Prize
There are two prizes in this contest – first and second place, naturally. So, if you happen to win second place in our raffle, you’ll be receiving an awesome package of Zelda manga. Originally we were only going to give away the Ocarina of Time volumes, but Viz surprised us and sent over more than we’d hoped for – so second place will be winning FOUR volumes of Zelda manga! Ocarina of Time Parts 1 & 2, as well as the Majora’s Mask and Oracle of Seasons manga!
Aren't they beautiful? Well, they're sure glossy.
First Place Prize
If you happen to win first place, however, you’ll be receiving something a little nicer than manga. Although it’s not directly Zelda-related, we think it could improve your Zelda gaming experience quite a bit. We swear we’ve always wanted one of these ourselves – but unfortunately for us, one of you has to get it.
Yep, we’re giving away an X-Rocker II Video Game Chair – a chair created specifically for gamers (yes, the ones with the speakers built right in).
There's even a subwoofer in the back - so on top of pummeling Ganondorf to shreds, you'll get a nice massage from sheer action of the sound effects.
Once again, the contest will begin this coming Monday – plenty of time for you to plan an entry, and even more time for you to upload it and submit it. As soon as Monday rolls around, the actual contest post will be up with a rehash of the rules and the prizes. So get ready – and good luck everyone!
And remember, if you want us to do more of these types of things in the future, make a deposit into The Bank of Hyrule so that we can save up and hold another contest soon!
The Full Miyamoto Interview
Source: ZeldaInformer | 3 Jul 2009 | 6:47 pm
In an earlier news post, Miyamoto was quoted in saying that Zelda Wii
isn't going to be radically different. Well, now the full interview
with Nintendo Power has been released. There are some interesting
comments from Miyamoto - but nothing 'radical'. When asked
about the female character in the artwork, Miyamoto didn't reveal much,
but once again, he drew attention to the fact that Link has no sword.
Continue reading for the full section of the interview about Zelda Wii.
Zelda Universe Awards
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 3 Jul 2009 | 12:17 pm
It’s that time of year again – the Zelda Universe Awards have begun! Traditionally, the ZU awards have been focused on the forum community, but this time we are branching out with awards for Best Article, Best Site Staff, Best ZUBCer, Best Newsperson and Favorite ZU Affiliate.
The nominations start now, and then the voting will start in a week or so. Be sure to log in and voice your opinion!
Bombers Debate! The Nature of Zelda Canon | Part 1
Source: ZeldaInformer | 3 Jul 2009 | 12:00 pm
Welcome to the third Bombers Debate! Today we welcome Ben Lamoreux, Alex Plant, Casey Hodges, and Dathen Boccabella to discuss the basic facts of Zelda Canon. Zelda Canon is an essential part of any theorist's tool kit. It is used to prove points, build timelines, and cause rifts in friendships.
Zelda Interview with Miyamoto
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 3 Jul 2009 | 7:55 am
For those interested, here is the full relevant part of the interview between Nintendo Power and Miyamoto. Basically, he says that while the changes will not be radically different, we are going to see a difference from TP in that TP was a GCN game ported to the Wii, while this will be built for the Wii itself.
NP: We’ve heard from a lot of people who are under the impression that the next console Zelda game is going to be something radically different from what we’ve seen in the past. Is that the case?
Miyamoto: No, I don’t think it’s going to be that radically different. Accessible gameplay. Something that we’re going to look at focusing within that 3-D realm is really highlighting the things that are important within the Zelda franchise–the actions that Link can take. I think it’s easy to maybe overthink it because you’re in that 3-D realm of all the different things you should be doing or try to be doing, and really what’s important to understand is what’s available to you, and just focus down on what’s best suited for that rather than just trying to implement a whole bunch of different things.
NP: The artwork that you showed for the upcoming Wii Zelda title seemed a lot like the art for Twilight Princess. Are you going to carry over Twilight Princess’ art style?
Miyamoto: I don’t think it’s going to change dramatically. We are doing it on the Wii [console]. That being said, we can look at Twilight Princess–it was built to run on both GameCube and Wii, and this one will be running only on Wii, so I think there will be differences inherent to the fact that it’s only on this platform.
NP: And, of course, everyone wants to know exactly who that female character is in the illustration.
Miyamoto: Yeah, that’s probably the most important part of that artwork. I really can’t talk too much about [it]; one thing that’s important to note in that artwork, though, is that Link is carrying a shield, but that’s all he’s carrying.
NP: Now, before you showed the image, you talked about wanting everybody to have unique, personal memories of their adventures in Hyrule. Is that something you’re actually trying to implement in the game–a personalized Zelda experience for every player?
Miyamoto: Every person’s own individual experiences with the game should be unique and [be] their own sort of “My Zelda” experience, and I think that’s super important, and we have to look at that when we’re creating dungeons and how we can make that come true. So spending a lot of time concentrating our efforts in that area. But it’s not going to become individual: “Hi, I’m this Zelda!” or “I’m this Zelda!” or “I’m this Link!” or whatever. The experience will be unique but within this world that we’ve defined.
Source.
Super Mario Bros. 2 feature returns to NSMB Wii
Source: Hyrule.net News | 3 Jul 2009 | 7:39 am
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New Content Whaaaat?
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 3 Jul 2009 | 5:34 am
You did not read that incorrectly, I did say there is new content, yes, yes, yes! What is it, you ask? Is it some monumental walkthrough for our favorite Zelda game? Is it the full release of all Zelda game content? Well…no. Those are yet to be released, but it’s a start.
After a good half an hour and a lot of research, I have completed the Races of Hyrule page, which as some of our more observant visitors may have noticed, appeared recently underneath “Realms of Hyrule” under our “Main Features” category. Well, the link is now active. I noticed about two weeks ago that the Realms of Hyrule page referenced a non-existant Races of Hyrule page, and I said, “huh” and took it upon myself to create such a page!
Well, I finally did it. It’s no walkthrough, and certainly no mailbag article (which I’d love to do; send in those emails!), but it’s content, and it’s original, and it’s by me! I hope that those of you who read it find it a fun read, and visit it many times, though it certainly won’t provide you hours of thoughtful reflection.
If you find anything seriously wrong with the page, of course, please let me know. I wish, also, to thank the Zelda Wiki, without which this page would not have ever been possible, at least not for me to do. I knew of about eight of those races, and the page actually covers sixteen diferent races of Hyrule.
With that, I hope you check out the page. Please, if you are interested in joining staff here, check out the “Staff Openings” page. Don’t forget to send me questions for the mailbag, and get involved in the Zelda Wiki! We’re a Mastermind site for crying outloud! Go make yourself an account and get editing!
Enjoy. 
Wii System menu 4.1 released!
Source: Hyrule.net News | 3 Jul 2009 | 5:03 am
What will System Menu 4.1 bring us?
Read it after the jump!
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Oh Look, More Zelda News!
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 3 Jul 2009 | 4:12 am
So I'm here trying to stay up all night... it's a long story. Anyways I thought to check around for some new Zelda news, and it seems I was right to.According to a recent interview (transcribed from the latest issue of Nintendo Power), Miyamoto claims that the next Wii Zelda will not differ too much from Twilight Princess. Good news, or bad news? You decide. To read the whole interview, visit the source.
[Source]
Ocarina of Time-Shaped Chicken Nugget Makes Its Way to Ebay
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 2 Jul 2009 | 11:18 pm
I thought this was a little too weird to pass up.Wii Zelda Not to Differ Drastically From Twilight Princess
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 2 Jul 2009 | 7:50 pm
So says Miyamoto in a recent interview.Majora: The Depth of Evil
Source: ZeldaInformer | 2 Jul 2009 | 5:30 pm
Continuing on our theme of Villains this week, we have a new topic to discuss. As many have said in response to our Ganondorf article, Majora seems to be the perfect Villain. But why is this?
Update: More Zelda Info
Source: Zelda Legends | 2 Jul 2009 | 2:32 pm
I want to thank my friend Hauu13 for telling me to look up GamePro on the net, which I did and I found this:
"The goal at this point is that we would make Wii MotionPlus required in order to play Zelda," said Miyamoto, speaking to Wired.com. The next title, announced for 2010 at this year's E3 is short on details at the moment, other than some impressive concept art released during E3. Though it sounds as if the next Zelda requiring MotionPlus is green-lit, Miyamoto also told GI.biz that "The potential for it becoming MotionPlus-only depends of course on how well Wii Sports Resort sells."
If Miyamoto gets his way, we should be able to look forward to the next Zelda packaged with the recently released $20 Wii MotionPlus add-on in 2010.
Let's cross our fingers and pray, hoping we'll get the new Zelda next year, but probably like Twilight Princess and Wind Waker it might end delayed.
Wii Sports Resort Sells 350k Units In Four Days
Source: Hyrule.net News | 2 Jul 2009 | 10:15 am
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So Zelda Wii Isn't that Different After All
Source: ZeldaInformer | 2 Jul 2009 | 10:10 am
The hype and excitement of Zelda Wii still continues since it was originally announced, with fans expecting something special. Honestly, who wouldn't expect something special with series producer Eiji Aonuma saying it will be "unlike any past Zelda game we've seen."
A Complete Pictorial History of One of the Greatest Games Series Ever
Source: ZeldaInformer | 2 Jul 2009 | 9:18 am
Today, PC World released an article, where they took a look at the evolution of the technology and history of The Legend of
Zelda, spanning from the original NES classics to the Zelda Wii Project. The article details the basic history of the Zelda
series, tossing in some interesting facts and figures on the series. As
you have probably picked up, the article is foremost a pictorial, so it makes for an easy read.
Miyamoto states that New Zelda Wii will not be “Radically Different”
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 2 Jul 2009 | 8:09 am
In an interview with Nintendo Power, Miyamoto talked a bit about the new Wii Zelda, and made the statement “I don’t think it’s going to be that radically different.”
This could be interpreted in many ways. Most likely it’s just a reassurance that we aren’t going to see “Zelda in Space” or “Link fighting in WWII”, or one of the other many wild theories that always appear during the speculation of a new game.
However, there’s also a chance that he could be referring to the style of gameplay, or the graphics, or any number of things. I guess we’ll just have to wait until there is more actual information on the game before we know for sure.
Miyamoto: Zelda Wii probably not "radically different"
Source: Hyrule.net News | 2 Jul 2009 | 5:56 am
In a recent interview with Nintendo Power, Shigeru Miyamoto, he said that the upcoming Zelda title for Wii will not be "radically different".[More after the jump...]
No “Radical” Changes For New Zelda
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 2 Jul 2009 | 3:30 am
Although Twilight Princess may not have been too revolutionary, there has certainly been considerable speculation that the new Wii Zelda will be. Come on, it’s on the Wii, there’s motionplus…things just seemed to point in that direction. However, in a recent interview with Nintendo Power, Miyamoto has stated that “I don’t think it’s going to be that radically different”. This is either good or bad, depending on what stays the same. Not that radically different means Link probably wont be travelling around Hyrule on a train, for instance. Still, it does seem to make any huge changes to the series unlikely. Then again, saying things won’t be “radically different” still leaves a lot of wiggle room for considerable changes methinks. At any rate, let us know what you think about this on the forums…would you prefer radical changes to the series, or are you happy enough with the core elements of the game remaining the same?
Source: Kotaku
The Greatest News Ever Reported
Source: ZeldaInformer | 2 Jul 2009 | 2:12 am
We interrupt this steady stream of groundbreaking Zelda news, site updates, and amazingly-written articles to bring you what is possibly the greatest news story you will ever read on this site.ZeldaInformer Collides With Facebook
Source: ZeldaInformer | 1 Jul 2009 | 10:27 am
ZeldaInformer now has a page at the world's number one social networking site, Facebook. I'm sure plenty of you have an account over there, so make sure you become a fan of the ZeldaInformer Page, and share it with your friends.
New Super Mario Brothers Wii
Source: Hyrule.net News | 1 Jul 2009 | 6:03 am
Platform: WiiGenre: Platformer
Players: 1-4
Rating: RP (Rating Pending)
Release: Holiday 2009
Developer: Nintendo
URL: www.Nintendo.com
Suggested Retail Price: TBD
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The Presidential Election is Here
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 1 Jul 2009 | 1:46 am
For those of you who have been following the LoZ.com Presidential Election, you are aware that today, July 1st, 2009, is election day. This announcement will be to explain the process, briefly, before the poll goes up.
The poll will be active in the Hyrule Town Square (General Chat) board. For the entire day, all users who log in for the first time will be forced to read the thread, but only once. This is to encourage reading of the thread, and thus encourage voting. Registration will also be disabled for the day, to prevent election fraud. Absentee votes will be accepted by Private Message on the forums ONLY through Friday, July 3rd. Starting immediately at midnight, July 4th, all election processes will cease, absentee voting closes, and the results will be announced.
The poll will only be active on July 1st. The only acceptable reasons for sending in an absentee vote will be ones involving the inability to access a computer, nothing like “I forgot” or “I was at a party” or stuff like that. Vacations, work, and such are the only acceptable reasons.
I hope that this election proves to be a success and is only one more step to improving LoZ.com! Enjoy, and get voting!
Hyrule.net Podcast now on the Zune Marketplace!
Source: Hyrule.net News | 1 Jul 2009 | 12:50 am
Own a Microsoft Zune? Enjoy the Hyrule.net Podcast? Well now you can subscribe to the podcast on the Zune Marketplace by doing so in the Zune Software simply search Hyrule and Hyrulenet Podcast should show up in the Podcasts section OR you can suscribe to it via URL: http://social.zune.net/podcast/Hyrulenet+P...27-5c2fbda2e9c1Has Ganondorf Overstayed his Welcome?
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 30 Jun 2009 | 3:44 pm
Anyone familiar with the Legend of Zelda should know Ganondorf – he has been the primary villain for most of the series, and is considered by many to be the quintessential power-hungry holder of the Triforce of Power.
However, Nathan of ZeldaInformer thinks that it is finally time for him to go.
He makes some interesting points, especially on the matter of Ganondorf’s role in Twilight Princess, though I still personally think that Nintendo can make him fearsome again if they try. We’ll just have to wait for more information on the new game to find out how Nintendo will handle his character from on.
Wii/PS3 Youtube XL (TV format)
Source: Hyrule.net News | 30 Jun 2009 | 2:52 pm
Youtube goes Extra Large! Longer loading times. Bigger screen. More support. All TV Format!
Movies 'N stuff after the Jump.
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Kotaku Preview of Spirit Tracks
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 30 Jun 2009 | 2:47 pm
Kotaku took a look at the Spirit Tracks demo, and has written a review of it, entitled Pigs Might Fly. It actually provides us with some interesting little details that have not previously been mentioned, so take a look.
Ganondorf - Goodnight Sweet Prince
Source: ZeldaInformer | 30 Jun 2009 | 12:15 pm
Spirit Tracks Section Opens
Source: ZeldaInformer | 30 Jun 2009 | 5:14 am
It's true folks. We do more at ZI then simply provide articles for your reading pleasure. I am pleased to announce the opening of the brand new Spirit Tracks game section. Along with the opening of the section comes a piece of content for the game. Content? For a game that's not even released? Take the jump to find out what we have in store.Need help with that? Nintendo has you covered!
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 30 Jun 2009 | 4:49 am
Back at E3, Nintendo comfirmed the existance of what’s been dubbed the “kind code”. With the feature players will be able to pause a game during a particularly difficult level and let the game take over to complete the level, simply pressing a button to resume playing. This feature is another step in Nintendo’s aim to make gaming accessible to a wider audience, with New Super Mario Bros. Wii being the first game to make use of the Kind Code.
“In New Super Mario Bros. Wii, if a player is experiencing an area of difficulty, this will allow them to clear troubled areas and take over when they’re ready” confirmed Miyamoto, adding “And yes, we’re looking into this for future games, too”
Source: Game Hunters
Is this a step in the right direction for Nintendo, or not?
In other news, Former staff member Andoman has rejoined the staff as a News Updater. Who would have guessed?
The Summer Awards Results!
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 30 Jun 2009 | 3:07 am
Well, the awards were tallied this last Saturday, and traditionally, the awards go up at the end of the month. So, without any further ado, I present to you the official results!
Best Scribe – Xizor
Grammar Nazi – Xizor
Forum Jester – Doom-Desire
Master Debater – Hanyou
Most Hyperactive Member – Hyper-Red
Most Attractive Female – Enoby
Most Attractive Male – Link, Hero of Time
The !@*$ Award – Waffles
Best Topic Starter – Incubus
Best Poster – Hanyou
Best Avatar – Shinya
Best Signature – Mercedes and Ironic Karma
Most Original Username – Ironic Karma
Least Original Username – Link, Hero of Time
Canvas Master – Chise
Graphics Master – Viral Maze
O Rly? Award – LanetheSlain
Ya Rly! Award – Triforce Guardian
The Lurker Award – Andoman
The Virtuoso Award – Guilty Tribute
Best Newb – LanetheSlain
Best Sheikah – Teeler
Best Sage – Link, Hero of Time
Best Site Staff – WithTheDawn
Best Moderator – Abyss Master
Best Administrator – Xizor
Best Overall Member – Hanyou
Also traditionally, each award has a corresponding banner, a tradition we’ve let fall to the wayside for the last two series. However, this time, we’re bringing it back, although late. Our very own Guilty Tribute has been selected to create the awards graphics, but unfortunately some things have happened that prevented him compelteing them on time. However, they should be ready later today!
If you won an award, you are free to wear your award banner, and it does not count toward your banner count limits by the signature rules, so don’t worry about taking anything else out. It’s an official LoZ.com sponsored banner, so it’s free to use! If two members won one award, you both wear the same banner. However, you may use it ONLY if you won an award.
One last thing before I conclude this post and leave you to your revelry and merrymaking. The Best Administrator award was, unsurprisingly, bestowed upon me by the voters. As far as trends go, it seems that whichever admin hosts the awards ends up winning this particular award. However, this time, things are changing. Despite having been awarded it by the voters, I am proudly sharing this award with Chance. Why? Well it’s simple, really. The amount of work that he put into our new layout, as well as the amount of work that he puts into this site in general, and not to mention the $550 he put forth a few months ago, is matched by only one person, and that’s me. We work on so many different aspects of this site in so many ways that nobody can really understand unless you are us, or on the staff. Several people either refuse to vote in that category or vote for someone who seemingly won’t win, because they cannot make that choice. To accept the award only for myself would be to deny the work, accomplishments, and sheer passion that my friend and coworker, Chance, puts into this site that we both love. We will both wear Jon’s banner proudly, and deservingly.
Congratulations to ALL award winners; you deserve it! I hope that, in the end, everyone is happy. Enjoy!
Two New Tingle games announced!
Source: Hyrule.net News | 29 Jun 2009 | 11:41 am
Famitsu came a couple of days ago with a early product. Not one, but two Tingle games will soon release in Japan. For those who don't know Tingle: Tingle, is a character out of the "Legend of Zelda" series, Tingle is a 35 year old man who thinks that he is a fairy. He loves Rupees. (P.S a few screenshots after the jump!)[More after the jump...]
Kingdom Hearts for Wii
Source: Hyrule.net News | 29 Jun 2009 | 11:24 am
Many people are waiting for a new Kingdom Hearts. They are already announced for the DS, and maybe one for the Wii![More after the jump...]
Grand Theft Auto for Wii?
Source: Hyrule.net News | 29 Jun 2009 | 11:17 am
There has been speculation that Take-Two games will be developing a Grand Theft Auto title for Wii.[More after the jump...]
The Returners Organize Gaming Marathon
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 29 Jun 2009 | 6:50 am
The Returners are back for another 72 hour gaming marathon on July 10th, beginning at 5:00pm CST time. For those who haven’t heard of them, The Returners are a fundraising group who raise money for various charities by organizing gaming marathons.
The coming marathon will serve to raise money for Child’s Play, and the marathon can be followed live on The Returners’ blog. Be sure to write that down somewhere in your busy schedules!
The marathon will specifically deal with RPGs from the Nintendo 64 era and back- so you won’t be seeing recent games. Among the current planned games are Chrono Trigger, Chrono Cross, Super Mario RPG, Final Fantasy IV, and Final Fantasy IX.
The donation period will begin on July 6 and end on July 20. To make a donation, you will need to have a credit card or a PayPal account. If you do a donation will be greatly appreciated and you will have done a great deed. If you’re not in possession of either a credit card or a PayPal account, you can help by spreading the word about this event.
Once more: The event will take place on July 10th, beginning at 5:00pm CST time.
And Then There Were Mods
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 29 Jun 2009 | 4:03 am
Hello all, Kandid here. You may recognize me as an admin from the forums. If not, well, join and get to know some people!
At any rate, I come to you today with happy news. We’ve had a couple people step down from being a mod over the last few months, but never felt the need to replace them. Until now, that is. Yes, it is my very happy privilege to announce that Teeler and Hanyou (two great, helpful guys) will be joining the LoZ Staff as our new moderators! Good luck guys, and may your banhammers stay… sharp?
Be sure to head over to the forums and congratulate them.
Mailbag
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 29 Jun 2009 | 3:35 am
For those of you who remember, I used to release articles written myself in response to questions emailed by you, in the LoZ.com Mailbag. However, I stopped getting any real emails, so the series died.
However, I would love to begin doing this again. So starting immediately, you may email your questions to me, Xizor, at xizor@legendofzelda.com. The more detailed and thoughtful your question is, the more likely I will choose it! Remember, no questions about the site.
Be sure to check back here for updates, and when the archive builds, you can view older mailbag responses on the Mailbag page, under Interactive. Don’t forget to check out the Zelda Wiki and LoZ.com’s Facebook page! Also, for those interested in joining the staff, a “Staff Openings” page has been added under Main Features.
Link Goes to The Convienience Store
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 28 Jun 2009 | 5:09 pm
Fun little video for Sunday.Staff Wanted!
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 28 Jun 2009 | 3:36 am
Hello there! LoZ.com is looking for fresh, brand new content for our Zelda Games sections. If you are interested in contributing to your favorite zelda site, these are the following positions we need:
- Walkthrough Writer (3-14) – We need a walkthrough for each zelda game.
- Boss Guide Writers (2-4) – We need a full boss strategy guide for each game.
- Review Writers (1-3) – We need detailed and insightful reviews for each game.
- News Updaters (1) – Ciaran is a loner. Keep him company.
If you’re interested in doing any of these tasks, please send an email to xizor@legendofzelda.com with the following information:
- Position of Interest
- Game of Interest (For Reviews, Boss Guides, or Walkthroughs)
- Projected Deadline of Work (When do you think you can get us your work?)
- Why Should You get this Position
- A small sample of your work (for Reviews, Boss Guides, or Walkthroughs)
Make sure that all content is ORIGINAL. Any STOLEN or PLAGIARIZED work will be rejected, and you will NOT be given any credit. Unless you are applying for News Updater, you will not be added to the staff page until your first completed submission.
I look forward to seeing the applications! Remember, xizor@legendofzelda.com is the address to send to!
Zelda Universe: A Two-Faced Legend
Source: Zelda Capital News | 27 Jun 2009 | 12:49 pm
| Today we are treated with yet another one of Zelda Universe's from their series of articles "The Missing Link." This time guest writer Jeff explains how the differences in each of the games have helped the franchise succeed with such a large variety of video gamers. |
Yet another well-crafted article put up by the ZU guys... The points made are very clean cut and well put. If you've got the spare time today and need something good to read, you know where to go.
Article: A Two-Faced Legend
Club Nintendo Status Resets in 3 Days
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 27 Jun 2009 | 5:35 am
Yes, in just three days all members of the American Club Nintendo will lose their Gold or Platinum status. Is this a bad thing? No, because members that were able to acquire Gold or Platinum status will be sent an unknown gift (one for Gold members and one for Platinum members).
If you’re a member of the American Club Nintendo and already have Platinum status, don’t register any more games until after June 30 so you can work on getting Platinum status again.
If you haven’t gotten any Status yet, you need to ask yourself: Is it worth it to register products like crazy now for an unknown gift? You might be sorry if you do, you might be sorry if you don’t. Give it some thought.
What will Nintendo’s greatest fans get for acquiring their status? We’ll find out soon.
The Missing Link Guest Article: A Two-Faced Legend
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 26 Jun 2009 | 11:32 pm
Another article has been released for The Missing Link, Zelda Universe’s most in-depth article series. Former Behind the Rupees writer Mirren, currently known as Jeff on our forums, returns from a long hiatus with his first recent article. If you liked the previous articles by Hylian Dan and Pipking, you will certainly enjoy this one.
Read the Article >>
It's a Steam Train - Get Over it!
Source: ZeldaInformer | 26 Jun 2009 | 8:54 pm
When the first trailer for Spirit Tracks was released earlier this year at GDC, the one thing that stood out to people and stuck in their memory was undeniably the train, which played such a predominant role in the trailer, the game's title, and of course, the game itself. People responded quite strongly. 'A train in Zelda? What is the world coming to?' People really need to realize that the train of Spirit Tracks isn't anything to warrant such a response. It fits into the overall picture just fine.Troubleshooting Some Issues (UPDATED)
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 26 Jun 2009 | 5:11 pm
I know there’s been a lot of downtime recently – especially today – so I just want to let everyone know that I’m working on it. There’s a plugin on ZU’s backend that seems to be causing frequent fatal errors, so I’ve temporarily disabled a good chunk of ZU’s functionality while I explore what the root of the problem could be. This includes The Bank of Hyrule’s deposit system, several “widgets” on the sidebars, contact forms around the site, videos, and a whole bunch of other stuff. They’ll be selectively reenabled as I determine what causes issues.
I will update this post when everything is fixed. Please be patient. With any luck, there will be no more downtime after this.
UPDATE (6/27): I believe I’ve pinpointed a group of plugins that might be causing the issue. The fatal error did appear for a little while – I’ve disabled a group of plugins believed to be causing this. Hopefully it won’t happen again, but sooner or later we’ll know the cause.
Color Changing Tingle’s Love Balloon Trip.
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 25 Jun 2009 | 10:02 am
In a stunning turn of events yesterday, Nintendo achieved perhaps a world first by releasing a game title that is several times more informative than its actual official trailer.
The title for Tingle 2 has been confirmed – Color Changing Tingle’s Love Balloon Trip. Nobody has a clue as to why Tingle is planning to change colors, but according to Nintendo the theme of the game is “woman”, so I think we can all guess why he will be taking a trip on his love balloon.
A downloadable Tingle-themed app for the DSi has also been announced, and is going to be called the “Too Much Tingle Pack.” It will be a collection of little Tingle-related tools, including a clock, a calculator and a coin toss.
In other words, it looks to be a Tingle-themed version of what those who play the Pokémon games would refer to as a Pokétch.
Tingle Info Galore
Source: ZeldaInformer | 25 Jun 2009 | 2:21 am
Yeah, we're aware that you'd rather be hearing all about that crazy new Wii Zelda game, but that's too bad; instead, get ready for more information than you'll know what to do with regarding two new titles starring everybody's least favorite video game character ever--Tingle. Hide the kids and hit the jump.What’s Better Than a Sealed Copy of A Link to the Past?
Source: Legend of Zelda.com - Real Legends Never Die | 25 Jun 2009 | 12:44 am
Six copies, naturally. Believe it or not, a seller over on eBay is selling a box that contains six copies of the SNES classic A Link to the Past that have never been opened. Looks like something fell off the back of a truck 17 years ago, and has since been bidding its time, waiting to freak everyone out. The auction didn’t last long though, for some stupid reason it was put up as a ‘buy it now’ for only 145 euro, and was snapped up right quick…145 euro is cheap for something like this, right? Still, check it out over here at eBay, and then let us know what you think. In other news, expect six separate auctions to start up in a few days, selling mint condition versions of A Link to the Past for 50 euro each.
eBay via GameSniped
Zelda Papercraft
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 24 Jun 2009 | 9:24 pm
You know how you always wanted a miniature Ganon on your desk and how you never were able to find any? Well, that can change if you’re good with paper! Nintendo Papercraft has a section of awe-inspiring Zelda papercraft. They have everything from Cuccoos to the evil king Ganon himself.
Two New Tingle Games Revealed.
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 24 Jun 2009 | 1:22 pm
Who knows if we'll see this in the States, but certainly worth mentioning.New Soundtrack: The Legend of Zelda OST
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 24 Jun 2009 | 9:45 am
I figured that it’s been far too long that we didn’t offer some sort of music from the original Legend of Zelda for NES, so I have posted ten tracks from that very game in the soundtracks section. They’re up right now for you to download: Go check it out!
While you’re at it, don’t forget to take a look at all of the other soundtracks we’ve got on the site. Happy downloading!
Tingle 2: Teaser Trailer
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 23 Jun 2009 | 11:35 pm
For those of you keeping track of the new Tingle game, they have released a little teaser trailer for it. It’s certainly, uh, different.
My first thought was “this is the least informative trailer I’ve ever seen”.
But then I watched it again, and allowed myself to be taken in by the oddly soothing music, while swaying in time to the focus of the video, and then I realized that it was not bad, but great.
Gohma Vanquished, Population of Hyrule Rejoices!
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 23 Jun 2009 | 7:15 pm
Yes. It has finally happened. Gohma has been slain. AFTER TWO YEARS OF WAITING!What this means is that HA2 is essentially on a roll at this point. A bunch of us have returned to writing and RPing, and with the inevitable opening of South Hyrule, an entire new area will be available for new events, quests, stories, and the like. It's an even bigger world, now.
So if you've been waiting to join HA2 but you haven't had a good reason, now you do. Just jump in already. We'll help you get started and on your way to being part of the story. If you're interested in RPing, you should look no further.
Meanwhile, we'll be trying to focus more on HA2's goings-on here on the front page, for the sake of creating awareness about this hidden gem of TDC. So keep a look out for those articles! AND GO POST ALREADY.
See you in Hyrule!
Zelda Wii
Source: The Temple of Light - News | 23 Jun 2009 | 2:25 pm
Violence in Zelda
Source: ZeldaInformer | 23 Jun 2009 | 4:10 am
A common concern and a commonly raised issue about video games is the effect of violence on the players. Overprotective parents complain about their children being exposed to blood and gore; fighting and feuds; bloodshed and violence. They either whine that their children will be influenced negatively and ignorantly copy the violence in everyday life, or, they whine that it is traumatizing and affecting their children mentally.It's really not my concern about how parents control what games their children play, and it's not my concern as to what your views are on the issue of video game violence. It is, however, my concern that the Zelda franchise seems to have steered clear of anything beyond minuscule amounts of violence. And I do mean minuscule. Frankly, it's time for Zelda to get with the times and happenings in video game violence.
The Bank of Hyrule Goes Live
Source: Zelda Universe - All the Zelda info you need. | 22 Jun 2009 | 5:11 pm
I wrote, a few days ago, about Zelda Universe’s new donation system, The Bank of Hyrule. I’m pleased to announce that, after much fussing, The Bank is now live! You can find it on the sidebar under “Site Related.”
For those unaware of just what The Bank of Hyrule is, allow me to explain: The Bank replaces ZU’s traditional donation system with a so-called “deposit box.” Every time a person makes a deposit into the bank, the amount inside, naturally, rises. When we reach a certain amount of money, Zelda Universe will flush out the money in The Bank and use it to hold a contest!
Contests will be easy to enter and fun to participate in. We’re already planning for our first contest – so why not hit the jump to find out what fun we’ve got planned?
The First Contest
So, what are we looking to give away for the first contest? Why, a Nintendo DSi of course. To cover all of the shipping costs, as well as other miscellaneous expenses, this entire shebang costs about $250 to run. So that’s our first goal – in order for ZU to hold a DSi Giveaway contest, The Bank of Hyrule needs to fill up with $250. If you decide to make a deposit, make sure you have a credit card or Paypal account – we only take deposits through Paypal, since it plays nice.
Once that happens, the craziness shall begin. We haven’t quite decided what you’ll need to do to enter, but it won’t be difficult (we promise).
You can always track how much is in the bank – and how much we need – on the right-hand sidebar just above the polls. But we’re not stopping there…
The Viz Manga Contest
Viz has been very gracious – to really kick off The Bank of Hyrule, they’re sending over some copies of their Legend of Zelda manga for us to give out. Which is awesome, so we’re going to start planning this kickoff contest right away. Expect to see this contest start within the next week or so! And thanks, awesome people at Viz!
Suggestions?
The Bank of Hyrule is a work in progress project, powered entirely by the community’s desire to hold contests. We can only hold them if you want to have them, so please let us know what you think The Bank of Hyrule should be to make it awesome. Just head over to the Contact Us page and shoot us an email.
The 100 Year Itch
Source: Zelda Capital News | 22 Jun 2009 | 8:13 am
A very nice article was posted in Zelda Universe about how Spirit Tracks, and future titles, are creeping its way into the future. It gives both sides of the arguement, like how it would help the Zelda series, or how it would crush the "Zelda feel". It is very well written, very funny, and VERY long.
Here is a passage from the article:
"In the hundred years since Phantom Hourglass, it can be assumed land was finally found, peopled, agricultured, civilized and the beginnings of a technological culture have formed. In the real world, trains and horses lived side-by-side for a time before the internal combustion engine gave everyone wheels. I believe that this new Zelda takes place in a similar grace period. The beginning of an industrial revolution – but just the beginning.
While Spirit Tracks still appears to hold to the fantasy roots of the series, perhaps it marks a turning point – after all, there is only so much future left to go without getting into cars and planes and guns. How long before long all you have left are lasers and spaceships?"
You can read the rest of the article here.
WZMR Turns One
Source: ZeldaInformer | 22 Jun 2009 | 4:31 am
The World Zelda Music Radio has turned a year old now, and not a day goes by that we do not appreciate what they are providing to the community. A live streaming radio that plays Zelda music all day... what more could you possibly want? We sit back and to take a second to reflect on what WZMR has done for the community.The Missing Link: 100 Year Itch
Source: ZeldaInformer | 21 Jun 2009 | 9:57 pm
When I first reported on the revival of the Zelda Universe article team I was pretty excited. The article then brought back to us a writer who's only other piece was our most popular guest article of all time. That being said, the new article team team at ZU, called The Missing Link, has inspired yet another former article writer to come back from the depths to provide a very interesting read. Pipking, a former writer for the now dead Behind the Rupees team at ZU, provided a guest piece that covers the advancement of technology throughout the Zelda series.Oracle of Ages Manga Now On Sale
Source: ZeldaInformer | 21 Jun 2009 | 7:14 pm
Yeah, we know: this is a few weeks late. Let's just say we've been really, really busyEDN's 4th Annual Hyrule Trivia
Source: Zelda Capital News | 17 Jun 2009 | 10:23 pm
 | It's that time of the year again... Time to strap on your thinking caps and bust out the brains cause it's time for Exploding Deku Nut's 4th ever Hyrule Trivia! |
"Do you have the courage to show the power of your wisdom?"
If you're interested in jumping in on this action, you're going to have to register on EDN's Forums, and post your entry in the Hyrule Trivia Sign-up Thread. I'll be competing too, so I hope to see some of you scrambling around not finding answers!
Link: Hyrule Trivia 4
EDN's Annual Hyrule Trivia!
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 16 Jun 2009 | 3:48 pm
So I've decided to just go ahead and push the Four Swords article to this month. So that should be up in about a week.More concerning to you all, though, is the announcement of Exploding Deku Nut's fourth season of Hyrule Trivia! Every summer the folks over at EDN host a trivia game on their forums, where all the great minds of the Zelda community meet to see who knows the most useless - well, mostly useless - and random details about our favorite series. Those of you who think you're something special, why not head over there and prove it?
Also, as last year's winner
, I myself am now a proud member of the Hyrule Trivia Sages. Apparently I've been given the title of "General Trivia Master Developer" which, aside from being a mouthful, means that many of the questions will be coming from the mind of yours truly. Think you have what it takes to match wits with me? Then get over to the Forbidden Woods and sign up for HT4!Round 1 begins June 28th, so you've got a little less than two weeks to join.
HT Guidelines
HT Signups
And remember: there are no cheap victories for your gold medals.
Shiggy Says: MotionPlus is the Goal
Source: Zelda Capital News | 16 Jun 2009 | 3:36 pm
 | Nintendo recently revealed lots of new surprises during their E3 2009 Keynote last week. Despite there being hardly any mention of Zelda during the conference, Nintendo actually released another Spirit Tracks trailer and screenshots. |
I think MotionPlus would be a big step up for Zelda, especially since the Wii is pretty much built for swordplay.. If the rumors about the mysterious artwork figure having to do with the Master Sword are true, this could really get interesting. Possibly the first Zelda game to have 1:1 sword motion controls and it focuses on the Master Sword. I like it.
Wii MotionPlus is released this Friday... lets see what it can do!
Zelda Universe: Immortal Childhood
Source: Zelda Capital News | 15 Jun 2009 | 11:08 pm
| Zelda fans, get ready for an article that has to be one of the most inspiring ever written by one fan alone. Writer Hylian Dan from Zelda Universe covers many aspects of the Zelda games that link their stories and their messages together, focusing on the ones that are between Link's Awakening, Ocarina of Time, Majora's Mask, and The Wind Waker. The huge article pays close attention to themes of maturity and morality, and takes a fine look at how the two intervene together as a child grows up. |
To me, this article seemed to make a whole lot of sense. Time seems like a nasty thing to try to mess with, and it's best to learn to move on with the flow of things. I highly recommend that you all give this a full read, if not now then bookmark it for later but this is a one of a kind. If it doesn't change your perspective on the Zelda games, it will change your perspective on life.
Article: Zelda Universe: Immortal Childhood
Spirit Tracks Wins!
Source: Zelda Capital News | 14 Jun 2009 | 10:02 am
The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks won an award. And its not even out yet. It won IGN's Best of E3: Nintendo DS: Best Adventure Game. The runner ups were some crime game called Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth, (try saying that 5 times fast), and Kingdom Hearts: 358/2. Clearly, Spirit Tracks didn't have much competition. Here is what IGN said about Spirit Tracks:
"From the opening hours of the show to the dwindling minutes on Thursday night, Nintendo's latest portable Zelda adventure commanded a vast crowd that lined up around the Big N's booth for a chance to play Link's latest quest. They're right to be excited, as you should be -- with the solid foundation of The Phantom Hourglass engine, an all-new rail-riding train system put in place and more new dungeons and inventive touch-controlled items to experience, Spirit Tracks is in a great position to become one of the biggest hits of this holiday season on DS. It was definitely the adventure hit of E3."
So, I guess you can expect the Spirit Tracks gameplay to be like Phantom Hourglass, with a twist.
Farewell For Now
Source: Zelda Capital News | 13 Jun 2009 | 12:43 am
Well guys, just like last summer, I am working as a camp counselor two hours away from home. The camp I work at has no internet access, and I will not have the chance to come home until camp ends. This is my last news post before I leave, so farewell to everybody.As to news, Princess Zelda and ebuch have both graciously agreed to keep Zelda Capital updated with the latest news while I am gone. Please treat them well and thank them for helping out!
If you want to keep in contact with me over the summer, I will be posting updates from my cell phone to the Zelda Capital Twitter feed. I'm not quite sure what exactly I will post there, but if you want to know how I'm doing, be sure to check that out.
I will be returning August 3rd, so expect an update to come then. Until then guys, have a good summer, check out the Zelda Capital Forums if you are not already a member, and keep checking Zelda Capital for the latest updates! See you all in two months! Don't forget about our Spirit Tracks contest!
Spirit Tracks Contest Now Underway
Source: Zelda Capital News | 11 Jun 2009 | 5:06 pm
The Spirit Tracks contest is underway! The referral system has been added to the forums, and everything is ready to go. Begin referring! Just so you know, by participating in this contest, you are agreeing to everything written on the official Rules and Regulations page.Don't know about the Spirit Tracks contest here at Zelda Capital? Visit this forum post to learn more!
Win A Copy of Spirit Tracks!
Source: Zelda Capital News | 11 Jun 2009 | 10:22 am
So I have been hinting at a surprise for the past couple of weeks now. Today I am quite excited to bring you the first ever Zelda Capital Contest. In this content, I am offering you an opportunity to win a free brand new copy of The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks for the Nintendo DS when it is released. That’s right: a FREE copy of Spirit Tracks for the winner of this contest.The contest is a competition to see who can refer the most new members to the Zelda Capital Forums. This is the contest in a nutshell:
- The contest will begin tomorrow, Friday, June 12, 2009.
- To participate you must be a member of the Zelda Capital Forums with at least twenty posts. You may join in the contest at any time by simply joining the forums and making the required forum posts. (Referred members are allowed to participate in the contest.)
- A referral system will be installed on the Zelda Capital Forums tomorrow morning that will count the number of members you refer to the Zelda Capital Forums. The referral system gives every member a unique link that you can give to others that will add to your count if that person registers. To get your link, starting tomorrow, it can be found in your forum profile.
- In order for a referral to be counted as valid, you as the member must get the referred person to:
- Register on the Zelda Capital Forums
- Make at least ten valid posts by the end of the contest
- Add the username of the member that referred them (you) to the appropriate profile field on the Zelda Capital Forums
- The contest will end a week or so before the release of The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks (TBA), at which point the winner will be contacted and a brand new copy of Spirit Tracks will be sent to them!
The contest will begin tomorrow, Friday, June 12, 2009.
The winner of the contest, as said before, will receive a free, brand new copy of Spirit Tracks, courtesy of Zelda Capital. The two runners up (second and third place) will get custom forum titles of their choosing on the Zelda Capital Forums.
I’m excited for this contest as well as interested to see how it will turn out, seeing as it is our first contest. I’m hoping this contest will be very successful, and that we’ll increase activity on the forums at the same time! I’ll say this once more – the contest begins tomorrow – I just wanted to get the word out today. Please tell your friends, invite your friends, and tell them to invite others! I look forward to seeing how this turns out.
EDIT: Got the rules page up. Click here to read the official Rules and Regulations of the contest.
Spirit Tracks Multiplayer
Source: Zelda Capital News | 10 Jun 2009 | 7:39 pm
Ever since E3 this year we have been getting lots of information on the upcoming Zelda game: Spirit Tracks. However, nothing was said of a multiplayer mode in the game. Through a translator though, we now have a quote from Miyamoto regarding the multiplayer mode:"If you remember the last time we did this, we had that two player tag style of gameplay. This time we are bringing 4 people with local wireless, and there will be some similar sort of tag gameplay. I don't want to give too much away as far as what the gameplay will be. It will be really exciting in that there is cooperative elements and competitive elements. Remember back to what Four Swords gameplay was like, but you won't be using any swords."
Hmm... no swords? We'll have to wait and see.
Source: Zelda Dungeon
Zelda News: Small Interview from IGN
Source: Zelda Legends | 7 Jun 2009 | 6:43 pm
Another interview from IGN, the girl behind Link may NOT be the Master Sword, I Repeat she may NOT be the Master Sword. Please read below.
IGN: At your developer roundtable this week, you showed off a single piece of artwork from the next Wii Zelda game. This piece of art has not yet been released publicly, but we noticed that Link appears to have grown to full adulthood. He looks older than he did in Twilight Princess. Is that a correct assumption?
Shigeru Miyamoto: Well, the story setting for this Zelda is, of course, in a completely different era and Link is older than he was previously. More approaching adulthood. There is one hint. Maybe from the art work you can see that he's not holding a sword.
IGN: Has he lost his Master Sword?
Shigeru Miyamoto: [Laughing] I just wanted to make sure that you understand we are making it. That's all I'm going to say on that subject.
IGN: Does the game follow the story progression of Twilight Princess or is it something completely different?
Shigeru Miyamoto: I can't go into details except to say that it's something completely different.
IGN: You just mentioned that the game audience is shrinking and that Nintendo is always looking for ways to entice new players. Is this something that you're thinking about for the new Zelda, too, or is there a separation where that's off limits because the franchise is traditionally hardcore?
Shigeru Miyamoto: I think we do this with Mario and Zelda as well. When we are working on the plans for them, we are trying to come up with ways where we can satisfy our longtime fans and bring new players into the franchises as well. That's something we're always looking at. However, when I get involved in a title, I focus a lot on more experience and the more advanced gameplay elements. If I get into it, there's a tendency for difficulty levels to ramp up so that's something I really have to watch for myself to make sure that I don't do that.
Media Section Updated With Spirit Tracks Stuff
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 6 Jun 2009 | 1:14 am
Just thought I'd let you know...I'm Back Already?
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 5 Jun 2009 | 11:48 pm
More things you never want your webmaster to say!Anyways, I'd like to direct your attention to this video, RE: some of the things discussed in my last post.
[E3 2009 -Nintendo] Shigeru Miyamoto
Yes, our beloved Shiggy reveals some more juicy information about Spirit Tracks and the next Wii Zelda. I'm more excited than ever for some reason, now!
I'd like you all to thank another friend of mine, who sent this link to me. I should be on top of these things, really, but these guys keep getting to it first! Just be glad they send it this way so you all can reap the rewards!
More Zelda News??
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 5 Jun 2009 | 12:08 am
First of all, I am back. Summer has officially started for me... although it will take a few days for me to have a whole day of free time. But it's time for me to be seasonally active again!This is a terrible way to run the front page of a Zelda site, but let's all ignore that and read more!
Wii Zelda Concept Art
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 4 Jun 2009 | 10:56 pm
The first piece of concept art out for the next Zelda game for Wii.Spirit Tracks E3 2009 Trailer
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 3 Jun 2009 | 7:49 pm
Another trailer for Spirit Tracks; this one from E3 2009.Zelda News: A New Zelda for Wii
Source: Zelda Legends | 3 Jun 2009 | 7:15 pm
7:05 p.m.: "There are people who think of Zelda more as an RPG with simpler controls, so trying to figure out how to make everybody happy is something that's going to concern me," says Miyamoto.
7:05 p.m.: "Think of Zelda while you're trying some of the archery and sword play in Wii Sports Resort," Miyamoto say.
7:04 p.m.: "We'd like to make it compatible with Wii MotionPlus. It's quite possible it will be playable only with Wii MotionPlus."
7:03 p.m.: Shows new illustration for the next Zelda for Wii. Nothing to show yet, but it shows an adult link. More grown up than ever before.
6:57 p.m.: He reiterated that Spirit Tracks has a lot of train travel in it.
6:55 p.m.: The phantom runs through a fire that Link cannot access and slides across a trigger point to turn off the flames.
6:54 p.m.: First, he's looking at a standard dungeon. One of the phantoms is on the stage. Link is going to use the character to help him solve puzzles.
6:54 p.m.: He's moving on. To Zelda: Spirit Tracks for DS.
My friend gave me the link from IGN, so I'll try to post it on here.
Zelda for Wii Coming in 2010
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 3 Jun 2009 | 1:16 am
Miyamoto tips off 1UP to a Zelda game for Wii in 2010Spirit Tracks at E3
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 2 Jun 2009 | 5:44 pm
It may have only gotten a passing reference at the Nintendo conference (and no, there was no Wii Zelda announced. Still, I'm quite pleased with how Nintendo did this year), but Spirit Tracks is still playable at E3. I imagine the major gaming sites will be putting up some footage throughout the week - in fact, IGN has already posted up a new trailer for the game. There isn't much new stuff to see here, but we do get a look at a new item.Watch the trailer here.
Still not satisfied? Well, we'll edit this post if we see any more videos or screenshots and see if we can change that. I, for one, was already excited about this game, and this new trailer has only made me look forward to it more.
Hey, in my book, Zelda + Indiana = Win.
E3 Wishful Thinking/Hype Round-up post
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 29 May 2009 | 10:57 pm
I'll just post every "top-10 best things that can happen at E3 EVAR!" articles here...Wired: Why we might see a new Zelda at E3
Source: The Hylia Newswire | 29 May 2009 | 4:47 pm
Wired magazine examines the possibility of a new Zelda at E3 (and 6 other rumors).Coming Soon: E3 and the Next WZMG
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 28 May 2009 | 1:03 pm
Hey all, been a while, eh? First things first, apologies about taking so long with the Four Swords article. A number of items, including but not necessarily limited to a lack of free time and a lack of people giving me stuff to work with (I post those topics in the Forums for a reason, ya know >_>), have led to its delay, but I'm hoping to get that written up shortly.
Second things second! Next week marks the return of our favorite video game conference. E3 will be back in force, and I for one am hoping that Nintendo doesn't have a repeat of last year's hardcore disappointment. We can definitely expect some more information on Spirit Tracks, and rumors are flying about a number of other possibilities – several of which include a Wii Zelda game (though I advise you not to get your hopes too high 
).
For those who don't know, Nintendo's keynote address will be happening Tuesday June 2nd at 12pm EST, or 9am PST if you're on the west coast. Adjust your schedule accordingly, people – E3 is coming soon. ^_^
Zelda News: Zelda on VC
Source: Zelda Legends | 26 May 2009 | 12:28 pm
I know I'm only to post interview's, but since everyone who does the news are probably studing for exams for either High School, College or Junior High (middle school) or they just haven't found anything at all.
But I found out that The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask is available to download on the Virtual Console in the Nintendo 64 area for 1,000 points. Well, I don't know about you guys. But I just picked up some points card at Gamestop and I'm going to download the game and play it =) Have fun you all!!!
Update: Translation of voice acting for Ancient Stone Tablets 100% complete!
Source: Zelda Legends | 22 May 2009 | 2:34 pm
Thanks to jacensolo06, the translation of the voice acting for BS Zelda Ancient Stone Tablets is finally complete and available over at hosted site The BS Zelda Homepage.
What will be revealed in the fourth and final week of the game as the Hero of Light fights the resurrected Ganon? Go find out!
What Makes Zelda Great - The Oracles
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 23 Apr 2009 | 11:00 am
[Hint: Read More button is the secret]
Zelda News: Translation of voice acting for Weeks 2 and 3 of Ancient Stone Tablets complete
Source: Zelda Legends | 21 Apr 2009 | 8:38 am
In the past I occasionally asked the webmasters of Zelda Legends to help spread news when we, over at the BS Zelda Homepage, managed to pull off something that could be of significant interest to the community. And it just occurred to me that I can do this on my own now. So, apologies if this comes with a little delay, but as of the 17th, thanks to jacensolo06 of the LA forums, the translation of voice acting for Weeks 2 and 3 of BS Zelda Ancient Stone Tablets is available over at hosted site The BS Zelda Homepage. Now go find out what Link did of the book of mudora after ALttP!
Update: Zelda's Adventure Transcription
Source: Zelda Legends | 19 Apr 2009 | 1:02 pm
About time we got an update, isn't it? Well, Nameless Joe and I (Duke Serkol) have been working on creating a transcription of the voice acting in Zelda's Adventure the third CD-i game.
Might not be a great game, but hey, it's Zelda related so you may as well check it out!
Would You Like To Own Your Own Zelda Themed Stylus?
Source: The Temple of Light - News | 17 Apr 2009 | 11:24 pm
Before you ask, I checked if they ship internationally. Their exact words were, "We ship to any and every country."
Source: Joystiq Nintendo
Direct Links:
Master Sword Stylus
Hookshot Stylus
All Styli (Styluses?)
Majora's Mask now available on European Virtual Console
Source: The Temple of Light - News | 14 Apr 2009 | 6:56 am
For those who don't remember, Majora's Mask is the Zelda game that made wearing masks sexy. Especially that Stone Mask. Rawr.
Source: Joystiq Nintendo (Formerly Wii/DS Fanboy)
Zelda News: New Zelda For the DS
Source: Zelda Legends | 1 Apr 2009 | 5:25 am
Just noticed we didn't have a post for this. The trailer for the new Zelda game on the DS is going to be called Spirit Tracks. The trailer is posted on the new-ish page on Zelda Universe
Zelda News: Google Gaming themes/ Mail Bag update
Source: Zelda Legends | 26 Mar 2009 | 5:15 am
Google has been promoting a new line of gaming themes for iGoogle. They have themes from a bunch of games including Mega man, Wii Sports, Street Fighter, Spore, Mario, and of course Zelda among others. Just thought I would pass along the news.
Also. I took some time to quickly answer all the questions in the mailbag going back to November. I apoligize if any are overly brief.
Hey, There's Something to Report On!
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 25 Mar 2009 | 12:37 pm
And my LA article gets bumped down only two days after it was published . . . how sad . . .OH WHO CARES NEW ZELDA GAME HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED!!!
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What Makes Zelda Great - Link's Awakening
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 23 Mar 2009 | 11:48 am
72 Hour Zelda Marathon
Source: Zelda Elements | 13 Mar 2009 | 7:46 pm
Here’s a cool tip we were given on our own Zelda forums.
If you go to The Speed Gamers right now, they’ll be streaming a live 72 Zelda marathon. Currently they are only a few hours into the excitement! This group has been raising money for Ally’s House, “which helps with medical and other expenses of the families with children undergoing Caner treatment”. Sounds like a lot of fun plus they’re helping out for a great cause!
They’re also giving out prizes! More information followed by the link to the post on our forums!
Coolest Ride in Town
Source: Zelda Elements | 8 Mar 2009 | 4:58 pm
Are you looking for a new ride to impress your friends? (Especially the lady friends?) Well folks, do we ZE staff writers have the car for you.
This bad boy is up for sale over on Craigslist for the great price of $500! This vintage 1978 Ford Fairmont will have all the ladies in town asking for your number! The coolest guy in town needs the coolest ride. Lucky for you Zelda fans, we’re looking out for you. The price is a steal, so act quick before another jerk buys it!
A Zelda… Wedding?
Source: Zelda Elements | 27 Feb 2009 | 12:33 pm
As the craze for video-game-themed cakes seems to be (almost) well and truly over, the internet seems to need another way of making their love of a certain video game or series into a photographable, internet-postable manifestation - one current forerunner for this position is weddings!
You’ve all probably heard of the Halo wedding by now, but all the time there was another video-game-themed wedding going on under the surface - one of Zelda. It was almost missed by the community, until our fellow staff member and friend Nate brought it to light (buy his CD! It’s good!)
So, what do you think - are video-game-themed weddings the next big internet craze? Will we ever see Mario and Peach walking down the aisle? Time will tell. The original thread where the discovery came to light (with more photos) can be clicked on the clickable thing below.
I know we’re all Zelda fans, but… (Zelda Elements Forums)
(P.S. I forgot to tell you guys that the third volume of Zelda manga, Majora’s Mask, came out recently. My bad. Sorry!)
What Makes Zelda Great - A Link to the Past
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 23 Feb 2009 | 11:00 am
With the controversy that surrounded The Adventure of Link, Nintendo took its time in preparing the next Zelda title. When it was finally released on the SNES, A Link to the Past proved worth the wait, returning to the style of The Legend of Zelda and enhancing it in ways that gamers could have scarcely imagined. To this day, over seventeen years after its initial release, ALttP is seen as a classic of the Zelda series that continues to astound gamers.
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Excuses, Excuses
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 4 Feb 2009 | 8:24 pm
Hey guys. Yes, I'm still around. No, this isn't an update.Actually, Wednesdays this semester are NOT good update days for me. I might have to move them to Saturdays or some such day when I have more time to update.
We'll see how things work out but for now, see you Saturdays!
Finally!
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 31 Jan 2009 | 7:18 pm
As you can all probably see, we finally have a "new" layout.... alright, it's just a shinier version of the old one, but, if you've been wondering where I've been, there you go.
... alright, so it only took a few days and I made it over winter break, but, yeah...
Over the next few days (?) I'll be fixing it up (for example, getting the forums updated). And a Caption Game update will get stuck in there somewhere too.
SO. Hope everyone likes it! It's even Jack-approved! Until later!
EDIT:: The site history page has been changed to reflect... the changes. I even put up some info on older stuff that Jack never got in there. Yay wayback machine!
What Makes Zelda Great - The Adventure of Link
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 23 Jan 2009 | 11:00 am
One year after the massive success that was The Legend of Zelda, Nintendo released a sequel to the game, The Adventure of Link. As many of us gamers know, it was rather different from its predecessor in many regards, leading it to be viewed as the black sheep of the series. Yet there are still Zelda fans that hold AoL in higher esteem than all the other games that followed. Let’s see if we can figure out why, shall we?
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ZP Reviews TDC
Source: The Desert Colossus Updates | 17 Jan 2009 | 5:16 pm
Our newest affiliate, Zelda Portal, has finally posted their review of our fair Colossus. It's been a few months in coming, as webmaster Kinopio was forced to spend quite a bit of time away from the site while school was more active. But now it's here: a nice, concise review on what's so great about TDC. Why not go see how we were ranked?Zelda Portal
ZP's Review of TDC
What is “Kind Code” (and is it Zelda-related)?
Source: Zelda Elements | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:29 am
Information always creeps out the system in the oddest ways - in this case, a patent.
Yes, today, “the internet” uncovered a patent registered at the US Patent and Trademark Office, created by a chap named Shigeru Miyamoto, working at a certain company called Nintendo. In brief, the patent, named “Kind Code”, appears to be a system for a video game which is split into three modes - “Game”, where the user plays through the game normally, but can obtain hints videos for puzzles by the click of a button, ”Digest”, where the user can watch a pre-recorded playthrough of the game, and jump in and out of the action when the feel like (although saving is not allowed in this mode), and a “Scene Menu”, where the user can select a scene from the game to replay.
All in all, this looks like an attempt from Nintendo to make games easier for novice players without stemming the challenge for the more experienced - though it’s hard to say how exactly this system will work in practice, so don’t draw any hasty conclusions just yet.
What makes us think this is related to Zelda? To list a few examples, a lot of the wording the the examples given in the patent seem to fit in with a Zelda game, many of the accompanying diagrams (such as the one above) demonstrate a swordsman walking through a field or dungeon, and the diagrams for the menu system refer to the game ambiguously as “Legend Of OO”. Suspicious.
Well, have a look through the patent yourself (it’s very long), and see what you make of it. Is this the future of Zelda? We’ll have to wait and see.
United States Patent Application: 0090011838
*Update* A lot of you are having trouble viewing the images (as am I). They can all be see on the following thread at NeoGAF, where the patent first surfaced.
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=348177&highlight=shigeru
Update: Happy 10th Birthday Zelda Legends!
Source: Zelda Legends | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:19 pm
Yes, it was on January 1, 1999 that I launched the original "Legends of Zelda." The fact that we are still around speaks to the amazing staying power of the Zelda series, and the dedication of its fans. Congratulations!
Analyst Predicts New Zelda for ‘09
Source: Zelda Elements | 22 Dec 2008 | 6:30 pm
Colin Sebastian, an industry analyst (whom I’ll admit I’ve never heard of but seems to be a very well-informed individual), has made a list of 22 games which will hopefully increase video games sales by 5% in 2009, and Zelda is one of them. This is pure speculation on his part - there has been no confirmation of the next game’s release date. In fact, we hardly know anything about it!
It would make sense, though - Twilight Princess has been out for two years now, and we know Nintendo are hard at work on the next title. And aside from Wii Sports Resort (which, as much as we all wish against it, will be a huge seller), Nintendo don’t really have any big Wii games coming out.
But will Nintendo release a Zelda game so soon? Considering that, since the first trailer was shown, Nintendo spent two and a half years hyping up Twilight Princess, can we really expect Nintendo to unveil and release a Zelda game within a year? 2009 isn’t that far away, so let’s wait and find out.
Updates of the Undead
Source: Zelda Elements | 14 Dec 2008 | 2:21 pm
Hi. How’s it goin’? Anyone remember me? Well, good, cause I remember all of you. I’d give you a recount of my absence, but I’d rather not fill this entire post with plugs for things. So I’ll move straight on to the updates. I have many of them for you this time around, as you shall see below. I’d love to promise that I’ll be around more frequently again, but I don’t know that I’d be able to keep that promise. After the first weekend in May, I’ll have more time that I can call my own, so I may start being more active after that. Otherwise, stay tuned. I may be around before then. I’ve got bunches of stuff I want to do around here, so I really want to get to some of it. But, in the meantime, hopefully these updates will keep you entertained until my next return. Enjoy!
Zelda Fan Driven to Crime
Source: Zelda Elements | 5 Dec 2008 | 4:01 am
After finding that cutting bushes and smashing pots are not actually as profitable as the games make out to be, a Zelda fan turned to real-world methods of thievery.
A man robbed the People’s Bank in Waterbury on Monday morning. How do we know he’s a Zelda fan? Look at the picture closely.
Unfortunately, he got away, but his escape plan was stalled when he realised that he didn’t have the ability to lift bombs above his head out of nowhere and throw them at the cracked wall.
Goodnight, everybody!
http://www.wfsb.com/news/18180964/detail.html
(Excuse the messy link, the tag system isn’t working properly right now for some reason.)
Eiji Aonuma - Perfectionist and Nostalgist
Source: Zelda Elements | 26 Nov 2008 | 10:25 am
Eiji Aonuma - that’s the dude that co-directed Ocarina of Time, solo-directed every main instalment since then (and produced a fair few others) - spoke about his amibitions in an interview with Nintendo Power this month - to better himself! When speaking about Ocarina of Time, he said:
I’m happy that a title I worked on some time ago remains highly praised to this day, but that also shows how none of the subsequent games in the series have surpassed it. As someone who is still working on the series, I have mixed feelings about that. Because I haven’t yet surpassed it, I can’t quit. Surprisingly, that simply motivation may be the reason I continue to work on the Zelda series.
That’s right. He’s not content with just making the “Best Game Ever”, he wants to make one better than that! I think we can say the Zelda series is in safe hands for the time being. Let’s just hope we get some info about the next instalment soon - it’s been two years now!
You can read the rest of the interview in Nintendo Power, or if you’re not American (like me), well… I’m sure you can think of one or two ways to search for it.
Manga #2 Out
Source: Zelda Elements | 21 Nov 2008 | 2:00 pm
The second volume of Viz Media’s English version of the long-running Zelda manga is now out. This volume continues the plot of Ocarina of Time, to completion. Volume three will be a self-contained adaptation of Majora’s Mask.
I enjoyed the first volume - obviously, a lot of changes have been made from the original game, but I thought it was a fun read. Did you buy the first volume? What did you think? Leave us a comment after the puzzle-solved jingle!
Miyamoto Wanting Fresh Take on Zelda and Mario
Source: Zelda Elements | 30 Oct 2008 | 11:45 am
In a recent interview with MTV’s gaming blog “MTV Multiplayer”, writer Stephen Totilo got a chance to interview Nintendo’s biggest name, Shigeru Miyamoto. Miyamoto goes on to explain that while the past few Nintendo games have been good, they have been too “conservative”. He explains, “What I’ve been saying to our development teams recently is that The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess was not a bad game, by any means. But, still, it felt like there was something missing”. I’m sure many of us Zelda fans are ready for a new, fresh, and exciting new design to our favorite game. While Mr. Miyamoto gave no word as to when we could expect any of these fresh new games, we can be sure that they are in the works!
What's happening with our affiliates?
Source: Joomla! powered Site | 19 Jun 2008 | 6:45 am
Greetings folks. Swiftblade here, with an actual news update. Wow, I know. Read more.Some good news
Source: Joomla! powered Site | 30 May 2008 | 5:30 am
Hey guys, I have some news that Killswitch asked me to post for him. Read more.Bit of an explanation
Source: Joomla! powered Site | 22 May 2008 | 4:16 pm
As I said in my previous post, I had lost access to the admin area of the site, thus, being unable to provide news and or content. If you're reading this, then obviously, I got my access back. Read more...IGN's Prank
Source: Joomla! powered Site | 1 Apr 2008 | 4:06 am
IGN decided to prank us this year with an amazing trailer for The Legend of Zelda movie. Read more.Nope, not gone, just been very very busy
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 30 Mar 2008 | 7:27 pm
I feel that I REALLY REALLY must apologize to all of my faithful followers. However, I have been very very busy with something.Let's put it this way, Zelda has become second in my life and I've found a much more significant gaming passion. Etrian Odyssey! Yep, it even beat out my love for Kingdom Hearts! Actually, I've really just fallen head over hills for any Atlus game or anything that just plays out of the norm.
Well, anyways, back in October I decided to go ahead and start trying to put my energy in creating an Etrian Odyssey site. And then when school and classes started back up, I decided to try to submit it for my class assignment - and it was approved. So, I've had more than one reason to try to get this site going and off the ground. Because of that, I decided to put MCLoZ aside and focus on just this new site.
Last week it finally launched!!
Into the Labyrinth
PLEASE be sure to check it out. And while I'm still going to be focusing intently on it, next month classes are over and I'll get my final grade on the assignment. Which means, FINALLY, I'll be able to put my energy into dividing my time between both this new site and MCLoZ. But, I'll be honest and abrupt with everyone. ItL is now my main priority. The Zelda franchise has become just too big and expanse and repetitive to keep my interest. However, ItL only consists of two games and does not require near as much content as Zelda games - thus, I will have plenty of extra time to divide between both games.
Still... the new game is released June 17th. And then I'm not really sure how things will go. Haha.
Still... MCLoZ is NOT dead. Far from it. Work will hopefuly recommence ASAP.
Ocarina of Time goes.... MULTIPLAYER???
Source: Joomla! powered Site | 18 Mar 2008 | 2:13 am
I saw this today while browsing Zentendo. I thought it was worth writing about here, since this is potentially, very big. Outlawer.net has hacked Ocarina of Time to go multiplayer. Read MoreReturn of the PH Mp3 Files in Player!
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 22 Nov 2007 | 7:14 pm
I have updated and returned the Phantom Hourglass files which went offline after their previous host fell through. Sorry about the wait, guys. My deepest apologies. ^_^ Please enjoy them once again all to your liking.Also HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!! @_@ Personally, I'm still zonked out in turkey-coma. *Yawn*
I got my PH feather stylus pen!
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 13 Nov 2007 | 9:24 pm
Yes, I'm alive. Sorry. Busy with school... NaNoWriMo.... and a side project... oh and the fact that I'm enjoying a new game called Disgaea (the first one). T-T I know, I'm an aweful webmaster right now!!HOWEVER - I bring you some news that I really enjoyed. :3 My PH-inspired Feather Stylus arrived today. XD It's so ADORABLE!
The case is brown with an image of Ceila on it, slide it off and open a simple white cardboard pen-box and there lieing in some plushy-foam cut to its shape, is a white, clear, almost glass-looking (but it's cheap plastic) stylus in the shape of a quill pen! :3 I LOVE IT! <3 <3 <3 *Runs off to play PH just so she can play with the stylus* Dear God, I'm such a geek.
On that note... what's even more geekish. I'm standing there at work today and a guy is washing dishes at the sink near me. I'm standing there taking orders when I realize I'm hearing him humming and am recognizing the tunes. I dunno what's more geekish - that he was humming Zelda tunes and other tunes from several other games or that I was able to recognize each and every single one of them that he was humming. *Sigh* Too bad the guy's a jerk and not even a mutual gaming interest will get me to chat with him.
European PH Flash Site Launches
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 18 Oct 2007 | 7:55 am
Either yesterday or today (since I didn't check yesterday) the European Phantom Hourglass site FINALLY opened. Up until now it just had a pathetic placeholder. Even if you already have the game, this site looks like it might be worth looking into as like many past American Zelda Flash sites, this one requires that you collect items around the pages to unlock secrets. I haven't done it myself yet but if I find anything new and nice, I'll definitely add it up to the site.^_^ And remember, Phantom Hourglass will be released as of tomorrow in the UK. Good luck, guys! I personally can't wait for Archaic Sage of Rauru's Return to get his copy. I'm dieing to play a game against him!
Here's some comic fun and rant
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 15 Oct 2007 | 8:39 pm
First, the main gist of this post: Phantom Hourglass on VGCats.Quick comments: Love the comment, but honestly, Ciela wasn't a bad fairy (I loved her) and neither were *cough* oh wait... that's spoilers, sorry.
Ok, now, the second half which was originally going to be a prologue, but didn't want to bore you guys into insensibility. *Cough* Here we go.
I do NOT read Penny-Arcade or VGCats. P-A's art, storyline, jokes, and personality does not sit well with me. I have a better tolerance for VGCats, but let's be honest, it's P-A only with cat characters and more focus on games instead of game industry. That being said, I do not hate them or will turn others away from them. Each to their own. I just feel that P-A throws out too many humping and balls jokes while VGCats tends to enjoy the other end of the things and throws out more butt and pooing jokes.
On that note, if there are comics that I like to read that they do, nearly all of their Kingdom Hearts and Zelda comics have been very good. Show me those comics and I'll tell you that 95% of the time, they did it right.
No, I don't have a problem with nudity. :P Actually, despite my devote love of my HP Laptop, I'm a fan of Apple Geeks, and I think Hawk has been nude more times than P-A and VGCats combined. However, the jokes are far more tasteful and/or LESS FREQUENT.
Further, there are a few views that P-A has expressed that I don't necessarily agree with. That's me and I won't mention them whatsoever, because let's face it, I view too many of my own opinions, too, that I'm sure others don't care for.
That being said, they do two things that I can't, draw and tell jokes. They have my respect for attempting both and having continued it on such a prolonged basis. So, no I don't turn others away, but they just aren't my cup of tea. So, before you hand me another random link to either of them, please note: I have seen all comics on both sites, and no, I don't care for them and probably won't click the link. And while I might not view the comics everyday, I check in once in a while because at the very least P-A is on top of the current events in the gaming industry and the players.
Phantom Hourglass Updates
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 13 Oct 2007 | 1:32 am
Biggoron's Quiz Answers and Locations for the Spirit Gems of Power have been added up to the Phantom Hourglass section. God, I'm so tired. Why am I still up? I'm going to bed now and no one had better stop me!Oh, btw, I'm planning on playing a LOT of multiplayer Phantom Hourglass tomorrow in case someone is interested in playing me. I can't promise that nothing will come up in my life, but that's the plan currently.
My Buddy Code:
0473 - 5686 - 1426
Though, nothing's going to happen if I don't get to bed RIGHT NOW. *Yawn* ......
Oh, yeah, and btw, I did beat the game about two days ago. My ranking for the game, it beat out Twilight Princess for third place after Link to the Past and The Wind Waker. :3 I really love this game!
Today's Mission Statement and Rant
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 5 Oct 2007 | 7:51 am
I'm going to revamp the Multiplayer page at some point today as I know I put it up quickly in a half-maffed sorta way. Now, allow me to please go on a rant. I have sat here for the last hour playing the multiplayer on PH. >_< I am getting rather cross as every single player I have come up against has gotten mad at me for extorting their faults and subsequently left by the second round. I'm not even that good of a player! However, when you are stupid enough to leave your phantoms only on one side of my base, OF COURSE I can run around you and still dump in Force Gems - or if you have my base under lock and key, I will spend my entire round gathering up ALL of the Force Gems into a pile near my base and then during your turn safe-guard them without even worrying about putting Phantsom near your base.Consider it a teaching lesson, kids. And not that I don't get my own butt handed to me from time to time. ^_^ Not to mention I was taught a very creative way to play the game from this one kid somewhere in the world with his name writting in Japanese lettering (so I'm going to take a stab that he's either Otaku or really is Japanese). We spend the better part of two hours playing at least three games, all of which he smeared me 40+ to my 0. :3 The kid was good and I enjoyed playing with him. He had no record of winning or losing pior to me, so I'm going to guess he was having the same problem I'm having. It was exciting to lose and to be taught the errors in my ways. I still would love to play against him and try to figure out the strategy for defeating him!
Isn't that what a Zelda game is about? Figuring out the strategy on how to beat someone. COME ON! Keep the match going and FIGURE OUT HOW TO PLAY!! Do NOT go for easy wins - that just makes you into a loser in the end.
*Sigh* :\ I need a buddy to play against, I think. I'm tired of these kids walking away from matches. Poor Rissa complains that she is having a similar problem, too.
And don't tell me to stop playing and go easy. That's no fun. You guys figure out how to play so that way neither of us have to go easy on each other.
Promotional PH-Feather Stylus Offer
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 4 Oct 2007 | 8:43 pm
This is rather a quick little post that I am doing and it is a very limited time offer and it seems to be flying under the radar somehow.Remember WAY BACK when, when they said that if you pre-order your game you would get a kewl Feather Stylus in honor of the game? Didn't happen, did it? HOWEVER, YOU CAN STILL GET THE STYLUS!!
How?
Registers your Phantom Hourglass game AND your DS System over at Nintendo.com - after you have opened an account (so worth it, trust me). Make sure to give a proper e-mail and mailing address.
Then you will or should receive an e-mail from the site explaining the promotion offer. Click the link and fill out a quick and absolutely painless survey.
VOILA! You will receive a Feather Stylus!!
:3 I can't wait to get mine!! I'm so psyched!!
Thanks go old staff member and long time MCLoZ Fan, TheEighthSage for telling me about this! I hope you get yours, too!
Phantom Hourglass first updates!
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 3 Oct 2007 | 5:40 am
The Instruction Booklet story for Phantom Hourglass has been added. I also put up a quick tips and tricks guide for the Multiplayer Game! The game so far is drool-tastic and both me and my sister REALLY enjoy the multiplayer version. It's simple yet fun - and if you get the right player, it can be quite challenging. :3 I was afraid that the game would get quite annoying if/when players start clouding your zone, however, if you read my guide you will learn that this is the WORST possible thing to do.I think so far the game has become quite annoying in that the players tend to leave when they are losing! And typically because they obviously get offended when I start throwing their Force Gems out of their base and into the free zone. ... Ok, yes, I have no pride, but seriously - I can't even throw them that far if you are using your Phantoms properly and are NOT clouding my base with all three and are using a proper strategy. You have to make sure to keep on Phantom at your base to prevent thievery. And what's more, I have become quite savvy in throwing Force Gems and running a circle around a chasing Phantom and picking up that Force Gem and going on my way. It is BY FAR easier and better to go after the smaller Force Gems when the situations get sticky.
The stupidity of the players can be appauling at times and I hope I can make at least some sort of dent in solving this problem. At this point, I'm just anxiously awaiting a friend to send me their code so we can have a decent game together. Still, every once in a while you find a gem of a player. And slowly my score is going up - when players don't shut off their games mid-match, so when I press the Rival button I will soon be matched up to some more decent.
Phantom Hourglass released for DS
Source: Midnight Castle's Legends of Zelda | 30 Sep 2007 | 11:10 pm
Today Phantom Hourglass has officially released for America! Be sure to head to your local game stores to pick up your copy today. Special note for those who have pre-ordered from Gamestop, EBGames, or online. Beware! The game might just be shipped today which means you will not be able to get your copies until tomorrow after 12am! It all really depends on your store. Call ahead before you make a special trip or start panicing if you did not get your phone call! (I'm use to this happening by now as I frequently pre-order from Gamestop. Sometimes I get it release day, sometimes I don't.)Today's Updates: *Drumroll* :3 Yes! I have updates for you! Some of you might have already noticed that I've updated the roll over images for Phantom Hourglass. I've also updated the intro page image and the intro page's description.
Oh! But wait! That's not the only update and these are very trivial. XD Check the bottom of the list for the Mp3 Player to see a list of tracks for Phantom Hourglass!! These are currently unnamed as they had Japanese names when I downloaded the pack from a torrent. I will post up my own names after I've played the game. AND! You might just notice that there is a new wallpaper up for the player *cough*. VIVA LA PHANTOM HOURGLASS!!
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