When one isn’t adventuring in the wilds, the residential outposts of Hyrule – whether a village, a stable, or even the sheltering branches of a giant tree – offer a respite from the constant danger and anxiety brought on by enemies and, all too often, the elements as well. There’s shopping for clothing and groceriesContinue reading “Cucco for Kakariko”
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Finding Hestu
Back on the Isolated Plateau, we had plenty of room to carry our fragile tree branches and humble pot lids. But after just a couple sessions of play, we were encountering new enemies and new challenges and aspired to arm ourselves with sturdy swords and hammers, spears, axes, torches, better bows and shields, what have you. AndContinue reading “Finding Hestu”
Let the Questing Begin: Impa and Hateno
When last we left our valiant hero, Link, he faced a crossroads, perhaps literally – we don’t have the map of Hyrule memorized – but certainly figuratively. After successfully ending his isolation on the plateau, he had a new set of quests in his adventure log: Destroy Ganon (“Hard pass,” snapped Itzal) and Seek Out Impa (recommended by King Rhoam,Continue reading “Let the Questing Begin: Impa and Hateno”
Travel Hyrule with Zelda for Elders
So you’ve decided to venture into Hyrule. Specifically, to inhale the Breath of the Wild. Let us help you with pre-trip planning…. First things first: Are you a solo traveler, or do you have a companion on your adventure? Zelda for Elders highly recommends a sidekick to make the most of the experience. You’ll appreciateContinue reading “Travel Hyrule with Zelda for Elders”
What a 12-Year-Old Won’t (Think to) Tell You about Lynels
Why the heck did we start a Legend of Zelda blog, when there is already so much information available on the Internet? Nintendo’s Breath of the Wild (BOTW) is, simply put, a wondrous present to be unwrapped each and every time you play. Unlike many video games, including earlier ones in the Zelda series, BOTW does not haveContinue reading “What a 12-Year-Old Won’t (Think to) Tell You about Lynels”