Can Studio Ghibli tell us the story of Tears of the Kingdom?

[@lilkorok]

i would absolutely love some sort of studio ghibli × zelda collab even if it just a short animation or merch

[@nawfal3928]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/janEp2yAn5yFbJo Fan made teaser trailer

[@swishfish8858]

Yeah! I mean, we got a Ghibli x Star Wars short, why not Zelda?

[@Lukulele1989]

I really thought Joe Hisashi was working on the soundtrack for BotW, from those early trailers.

[@sully8317]

same but did you see the majoras mask short by ember lab? id love a full movie from them.

[@voltron77]

Like a Zelda movie

[@samchatsc]

it's crazy because i watched princess mononoke for the first time the other day and as i was watching it i had a sudden lightbulb moment about the similarities between it and both breath of the wild and tears of the kingdom, the superpowered arm, the prince with long hair wearing blue exploring the wilds and helping people, the koroks as well, it was cool to see where those ideas came from

[@noelcolon4012]

For real, when I saw the Koroks in Botw and the sound they made I was like "Oh so they are basically Kodama"

[@samchatsc]

@@noelcolon4012 yeah as soon as i heard the noise it clicked for me, they're so similar

[@jacob8648]

Omg what a coincidence I watched it the first time yesterday and thought „look koroks“ „oh the lord of the mountain“ „oh malice“ it was a blast

[@frogueThief]

Yeah BOTW was heavily inspired by Princess Mononoke

[@shmoejoedesy9449]

Damn. My mom accidently rented princess mononoke for us as kids from hollywood video. Visual masterpiece.

[@RaggedVentures]

10:20 The shot of blank-faced Link with his arms loaded with luminous stones is hilarious to me for some reason. He's like a child coming back to their guardian having collected a bunch of shinies. What is he going to do with them? He doesn't know.

[@haileeraestout5567]

Ghibili Would Sue Nintendo For Copywrite Infringement So This Would Be A HUGE NO NO And The Artist Of Studio Ghibili Wouldn't Like That He Is VERY Personal About It

[@haileeraestout5567]

But Zelda Series Has NO CONNECTIONS TO GHIBILI But Demon Slayer Has HUGE Inspirations Behind Zelda

[@bread2374]

Zeltik not discussing the art book is such a huge W, best Zelda KZbinr by far

[@Flaris]

The more inspiration it can take from Princess Mononoke the better. Such a beautiful and classic film. As for Link’s arm I wonder if that green energy is less healing his arm and more sealing the malice. If they want to draw from Mononoke then could have part of the journey being the need to heal Link’s arm before the malice poisoning his arm breaks free from that green sealing energy.

[@ArtemisWasHere]

Castle is the sky is my favourite film, so to have you talk about how it may have influenced the sequel to my favourite game is really exciting!

[@hiimj5555]

It's my favourite film too! Always thought it was under-rated

[@fortyozsteak]

Influenced? Seems directly stolen

[@AaronPICAR]

Mine too!

[@uncleol]

​@@fortyozsteak yeah, literally taking way too much from Ghibli, they should start creating something original

[@AH1-234]

Same its my favorite Ghibli movie. So few pieces of media are able to capture the vibe of Ghibli movies they're so magical

[@chinowombat]

I really appreciate the disclaimer at the beginning. Personally, I have really enjoyed the secrecy and suspense that nintendo has been putting us all through. Without that suspense, we wouldn't have half of the amazing material you have created and the same for other zelda based channels. Keep up the great work!

[@bluebokoblin]

I really appreciate that you don't involve any of the leaks, i've been trying to avoid leaks myself, and it's great that i can still watch your content. Thanks so much!

[@jesusramirezromo2037]

Ehh don't avoid them, the leaks show nothing, they actually make the game more enticing

[@spacecat8511]

I appreciate the lack of leaks ‘cause leaks either result in one of two-three things: -somebody is fired over NDA or risks getting fired because servers got hacked -entire work gets scrapped in favor of so-called Spoiler Free Shockvalue Culture (moreso an issue with films and animation, and sometimes books, but I can see it becoming a “solution” trend in games) Or -the leaks are all fake red herrings by trolls or the company itself to try and keep the actual information leaked It ain’t classy. Somebody inevitably gets hurt with leaks and the art ultimately gets ruined to some degree

[@user-nz3df9hz1m]

Rauru

[@hessticle654]

I love how much more evident this is after the game was released

[@Matthew-Martinsson]

I seriously love that the Zelda community of YT'ers won't spoil. Such an awesome statement to say, we do it the right way! Thank you Zeltik. I can't wait to play ToTK. Also the spirit in mononokee looks like the spirit of Aang in Avatar the last Airbender.

[@yggdrasilsaltar]

ive barely watched ghibli films but seeing these comparisons honestly makes me want to

[@RhythmGrizz]

What are you waiting for? They're some of the best movies ever made

[@austinclark5278]

Do it. They are phenomenal films and true art. The films are completely hand drawn too. They even hire famous actors to play some of the characters such as , Mark Hamil, Patric Stewart, Betty White, Liam Neeson and many more.

[@sea34101]

Mononoke is a masterpiece. Laputa would have been my favorite movie ever if I had watched it when I was 8. The rest is very good. The Grave of the Fireflies is the only movie I have been unable to finish, not because it's bad, but because the story was too tough for me.

[@enzog1078]

@@austinclark5278 they’re better in Japanese tho

[@austinclark5278]

@@enzog1078 I can enjoy both. 🤷‍♂️ I grew up with the English so thats why i ended up preferring it. The actors the choose made it better for me too. And I’m usually a subbed guy.

[@nikkothegoblin]

Castle in the Sky is my favorite film, and I love how often Zelda includes floating cities. Seeing the sky islands in TotK was an amazing sight and I hope to see some more parallels across both

[@gektoast4968]

Same

[@AnonymOus-ss9jj]

I would prefer if they didn't use any more of Ghibli. Unless Nintendo agrees to make games for Studio Ghibli's properties (which while awesome would be problematic since half of those stories themselves come from a now dead author), isn't Zelda supposed to be its own thing? To me this is already a bit too much to take from something that isn't part of a religion, culture, or history. I mean before this the most they've ever taken from a single story was King Arthor, right? (Or maybe LotR?) Unless you can tell me the name of the first story to have magic, wizards, goblins, cyclops, elves, and/or undead. Granted I can't say my opinion is better than yours, it's just how I feel.

[@Supasmartguy]

Are you going to make a part 3 to the classic enemies reimagined series? I would love to see more of your concept art. Maybe you could do the Gohma, Dodongo, Taurus, Bemos, Gibdo, Deku Baba, Dead Hand, Bulblin and Bulbo, Aeralfos, or Goriya, or maybe you could do items reimagined, like the hookshot.

[@zkproductions4351]

Yeah I loved those vids

[@matthewmuir8884]

I hope he covers enemies like Darknuts and Iron Knuckles.

[@zkproductions4351]

@@matthewmuir8884 I thought he already did darknuts or am I wrong

[@matthewmuir8884]

@@zkproductions4351 I can't remember if he did; I'd have to double-check.

[@parkerorosz9352]

That would be amazing

[@JuanVargasArts]

Great insight! I especially like how you noticed the sun rising differently in each game. I can’t wait to see how much you get right based on this theory when the game finally comes out.

[@amandabutcher23]

Another thing that stuck out to me in the most recent trailer was the underground 'forest' where the bokoblins were mining. It reminded me a lot, aesthetically, of the forest in Nausicaa.

[@OzymandiasWasRight]

Two of the most influential franchises of my life. Its obvious a fan of one would almost automatically love the other, if they ever worked together officially itd be the most beautiful piece of media ever created.

[@ichi8977]

Mano, como você consegue ser tão certeiro e tão perfeito nos vídeos que você faz!? É uma pena que não tenhamos muitos conteúdos assim em meu idioma, mas, felizmente temos pessoas como você que conseguem construir e moldar ainda mais a história por trás de Zelda. ❤️ Obrigado pelo conteúdo incrível, Zeltik 🥰

[@matthewmuir8884]

We already did get a "the royal must let Hyrule go while Ganondorf can't" in Wind Waker, so that would be a bit repetitive, but I like a lot of the other possible parallels you mentioned.

[@kiran0019]

I think it's more like a "if I can't have it, no one can" thing now😅😅 or a "break it all down and build it up again" thing

[@meganhearts162]

I LOVE THIS SO MUCH! 💚 FINALLY somebody made a video about these specific moments from these specific movies I've been practically SCREAMING about for MONTHS. Another thing was the fact is we really don't know what happened to Ganondorf's body after Twilight Princess. Just after Zant's *shiver* neck crack, Ganon's just..lifeless. Soo I bet he's pretty mad about being stuck down there too 🤣🤣 especially since we don't know why/how they knew to put him down there, with whatever ethereal hand that is. Once again such great work from you! Always looking forward to more! 😊

[@sharmilakrishnakumar2499]

What is your thoughts on the divine beasts? Where might it have gone? , it will be very interesting becz they vanished suddenly

[@brace7807]

I just recently binged a whole bunch of Ghibli films *because* they were what inspired botw. Honestly so cool.

[@plpfangyrl]

The giant multi-legged boar demon is possibly where the idea for the insect mass concept came from. The silhouette is the same, so not much is different aside from the bug theming.

[@L337M4573RK]

If Nintendo ever were to allow a studio to produce film based on TLoZ (like they did with the upcoming Super Mario Bros. movie), Studio Ghibli would definitely be the one to go with. That would be a film I'd pay to watch several times over!

[@zachg3563]

I wish this is what they decided to to 😭

[@EmperorsNewWardrobe]

Thank you for the no-spoiler disclaimer at the start!

[@shademonki13]

There's a massive amount of shared DNA between Ghibli and Zelda (and Soulsborne, particularly Elden Ring too, actually) that I've always adored.

[@goodnightmyprince6734]

Didn't Twilight princess inspire darksouls

[@Baltaczar]

I know Soulsborne is heavily inspired by Berserk, but didn't know Ghibli was an inspiration too, I haven't watched any Ghibli films so I can't see any connection other than the (Regal) Ancestor Spirit looking like Satori

[@warmgreytenpercent]

I was thinking about this too, I wonder how many animators/developers/etc know each other or studied together across studios

[@shademonki13]

@@Baltaczar Off the top of my head, let's see... Nausicaa, with the rot as well as Malenia's prosthetic arm, and the traveler's set looking a lot like Yupa, among other things; Laputa with Farum Azula, of course; Mononoke, with Torrent. That's just the tip of the iceberg, and I'm just talking about elden ring here, but it's pretty significant.

[@Pimpgamer101]

Dude, it’s awesome that you shouted out BeyondGhibli! His work is incredibly underviewed! He’s got such a talent for scripting and editing. Honestly barely matched by channels with teams of people.

[@elijahkeay3906]

I literally watched princess mononoke and it’s crazy how similar the cursed arm thing is… even the malice tentacles look the same as the demon’s tentacle things!

[@Morriganhailey]

I LOVE ghibli movies and Zelda is my favorite game series... so im super charmed to have this mix. And, honestly, TOTK has a lot of Nausicaa (chasm depths exploration) and Laputa (sky islands) while also keeping mononoke vibes on most of hyrule but now, on top of that, a lot of Aztec and Mayan inspired aesthetics for the Zonai (im mexican) and my love is only growing for this game.

[@riuphane]

I'm so glad someone else did this video, these connections have been a huge for me as ghibli and Zelda are probably my 2 favorite things, and Princess Mononoke has been my favorite, followed closely by Laputa and Totoro

[@tsogobauggi8721]

Studio Ghibli is not a synonym of Hayao Miyazaki movies. Why is this idea so difficult to understand. Studio Ghibli is an animation studio. It is a company that has done and does what it is paid to do. It has made feature films, tv-movies, tv-shows, short films, commercials, has work to made video games and other things. There is no "Studio Ghibli something...". If people are talking about Hayao Miyazaki's movies then talk about Hayao Miyazaki's movies. He is the person from whose mind all the magic, beauty, adventure, happiness, sadness and wonder in his films has come from. Give respect to Hayao Miazaki. He truly deserves it, not a company that has just animated his movies. This videos title should be: 'Can Hayao Miyazaki's films tell us the story of Tear of the Kingdom?'. :)

[@ryuu-ryoku4509]

It is really kind of you to announce at the beginning of this video that this video does not contain any leaks. I can enjoy your videos with peace of mind, thank you so much for your always great insights!

[@charliec.-lite1466]

I could see an ending where instead of killing Ganondorf the old fashion way, they sort of exorcise him instead. Like, you have the final battle as usual, but the final cutscene involves Link and Zelda somehow releasing Ganondorf from his malice and allowing him to pass on without reincarnating. I mean, at this point he's coming across less like a tyrant king and more like a vengeful spirit/deity. Maybe taking that approach would be appropriate from both a practical and thematic standpoint.

[@ChanSquare]

Without major spoilers you literally hit the nail on the head with this one

[@nodrance]

Coming back well after totk, the parallels here are very interesting. The inspiration is clear

[@Wolffman109]

Hey, Zeltik. I dunno if you've ever watched Majorlink, but he's making a multi-part series called "Hero's Purpose" that actually has parallels to this topic about seeking a cure from malice. It takes place during the missing chapter of the Hero of Time's life and focuses heavily on the curse placed by Demise. If you've never seen it, go check it out.

[@bk2yu]

The depths in Totk immediately made me think of the mushroom forest from Nausicaa

[@TomKloseMusic]

Now after the latest trailer I'm thinking the pendant from "Castle in the Sky" might not have inspired link's magical arm directly but the tears of the kingdom: In one scene Zelda is also wearing hear yellow glowing tear like a necklace and it looks like one of those tears is giving Link his magic abilities.

[@deadsoon]

Something really interesting, at least to me, is that in Mononoke, Ahistaka's tribe is heavily inspired in the Ainu, an ethnic group native to Japan and Russia. DNA studies has determined they originated in Siberia. The interesting part is, studies of indigenous tribes in the americas has determined they also likely originated from Siberia. So basically TOTK has aesthetics inspired by cultures in two different corners of the world that had one common origin.

[@kacperwoch4368]

Common Siberian origin... over 25,000 years ago. While Ainu could be considered one culture, native Americans are not one culture or one people. Your observation is interesting but almost certainly unintentional on Nintendo's part.

[@deadsoon]

​@@kacperwoch4368 indeed. Which makes the coincidence quite fascinating, don't ya think?

[@SuperSenshi]

Thank you for being respectful and not covering the leaked materials. I know that it would have probably given more views from people wanting spoilers, but I'm glad that you've chosen to not cover it yet. I dunno if you need to hear this, but... thank you. You have my respect.

[@PunkTenshi]

What a gorgeous video with wonderful analysis, script, images and music choice.

[@adriancurrier]

Hopefully people check out these Studio Ghibli films by director Miyazaki as a result of this video. Nintendo couldn't have picked a better inspiration for Zelda. Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind, Laputa: Castle in the Sky, and Princess Mononoke are some of the most moving and breathtaking films ever made

[@astroch]

Totk reminds me of weathering with you. Specially the sound effects and music

[@hunterthorne4671]

The moment I saw the malice lash out at link I immediately saw princess mononoke connections

[@tonys_write]

Zeltik, I've only known of you for a week, but you are one of my favorite KZbin content creators of all time ❤

[@ligerzero2742]

Thank you for the leaked disclaimer! Keep up the great work!

[@liamnehren1054]

Hey Zeltik, the connections to the Aztec creation mythos and 5 suns might be an interesting read for you. BotW Malice is really similar to the Aztec idea about the nature of the earth and their belief about how the earth must be appeased but while appeased serves the Aztec gods is extremely reminiscent of what I think is happening with Gannondorf. Plus Zonai architecture looks extremely pre colonial meso/south american. See I think Gannondorf is being Siphoned for magical power, the Sheikah tech was being powered by this pilfered might, hence why we hear that it has been acting up at the end of BotW. This also fits nicely into the basic concept of the 5 suns, Hyrule has used this siphon system to change the cycle of Gannondorf's attacks from every few hundred years to every ten thousand because it takes him longer to gather enough strength for an escape attempt but the near escape in the age of calamity led to the siphon seal breaking at the end of BotW and his slow release there after. Maybe the green magic powered tech we see in the trailers is part of a secondary system made as a backup to the sheikah in case gannondorf manages to free himself.

[@alejandrocabrera7802]

One of the best videos I’ve seen on KZbin in a long time. Studio Ghibli and Zelda are a match made in heaven.

[@AnarithAelys]

In addition to what you said, I always saw references to Castle in the Sky in BOTW with its guardians, their strange arms, the fact that they blink with red light when they activate, and they shoot lasers in the same exact way, I always loved that. So the references already present in BOTW with Princess Mononoke and Castle in the Sky are even more visible now and I love that !

[@heimsein]

Sheeta's Aethereum Pendant looks like a Tear of the Kingdom 100/100.

[@The_Logician]

I really appreciate the warning in the beginning because ever since i heard about the leaks I've been avoiding anything Zelda related on KZbin.

[@Baiano29]

The amount of similarities is actually insane. Great video!!

[@galaxsija4591]

wow i didnt pick up on the castle in the sky connections! very cool to have the overview, great work as always!

[@Hylria]

Absolutely great video. I also saw the parallels to Castle in the sky and the clouds above hebra region

[@tophr9278]

i'm so glad that botw/totk has introduced more western fans to castle in the sky. it's essentially the lord of the rings of japanese fantasy, in terms of sheer influence on the genre, including past zelda games! twilight princess's sky temple is the first example that comes to mind. it has that same ethereal, melancholic vibe that you described in the video. despite its advanced technology and it being inhabited by the occa, the city in the sky still feels empty, overgrown, and haunted by a history too distant and alien to be understood today. other zelda games like minish cap and especially skyward sword also feature some nods to castle in the sky, but i wanted to highlight twilight princess since i just finished replaying it as i patiently wait for totk 🥲 while we all wait, i'd highly recommend castle in the sky to any zelda fan that hasn't seen it already. it's my all-time favorite movie, so i love seeing it get the attention it deserves! :)

[@bluehawkbill5445]

Add Howl's Moving Castle to the inspiration list as Link will now literally use magic to connect random "trashed" objects into vehicles.

[@littlelostfinn]

Loved this comparison! I've often noticed the similarities, but you've gone into so much detail here!! Also, I'm so grateful you are not going off any leaked information. It's so nice to know your content will be safe to watch until release!

[@Adeams]

Loved the video ! I knew there were a lot of influences from Ghibli movies, but I didn't realise there were so many !

[@TheElegantOxford]

Fantastic insights. Well done on the video!

[@ninpro188]

Thank you so much for the disclaimer at the beginning! I was unsure if I'd get spoilers by clicking here haha

[@zkproductions4351]

You’re videos are awesome and your theories are the only ones that make sense. Like the playable underground Zelda theory. You’re like THE MAN of the Zelda community, where I always go to see the news and thoughts about TotK. Keep up the good work! 👍

[@MobiusChickenStrip]

I'm only a few minutes in, and I'm already so glad you made this. The comparison between Ghibli works and BotW is something that's been on my mind since the game first came out.

[@MedorraBlue]

First off, I'm glad to hear that you're staying clear of leaks. Thank you. And second... wow. This is a phenomenal theory and it was so cool to see the influence that the films (almost certainly) had on these games. I have really high hopes that TOTK will have a lot for us in store!

[@kadbenson7540]

Princess mononoke is my absolute favorite animated movie of all time, and in my top 5 of all movies. Also I wanted to say I really respect zeltik for not making a vid on the artbook leak, I know he's worked tremendously hard to have even the small relationship with Nintendo he has developed, im sure there was soooo much pressure and anxiety about what he should or shouldn't do, he could've made so much content and end the dry spell of not much being released on ToTK, and probably tons of money too, but he had the integrity to keep his channel pure for those who want wait and experience the game and its official updates as it's creators and publisher truly intended. Major salute to you Cap'n Zeltik, with eyes truly unclouded...by greed and hype. Lol

[@arpadszabo2991]

With malice coming from underground, sky islands appearing and what you said in the video, that zelda may have to let go of hyrule, maybe in tears of the kingdom ganondorf will conquer hyrule. Zelda will help the people escape to the sky islands, possibly becoming hylia in the process. This would create a state similar to the start of skyward sword, or create an actual loop through time magic.

[@Mandapanda1992]

Hey Zeltik I noticed something (unrelated to this video) that I want to point out. Go to the Tabantha tower and look at the great fairy fountain. It sparkles in the same way that Hateno glows during the newest trailer. Also if you glide to the fountain you will see it sparkle a bunch more. I wonder if the fairy's magic may be protecting the town from malice. Thats just my opinion and thoughts, it could be nothing, but it could possibly be something. I just thought the comparison is nifty.

[@luckybandapat815]

I love my Commonwealth Realm Collabs. Amazing video guys.

[@pietroalessandrini]

damn zonanium is literaly a semi glowing rock that when refined powers all the things in the sky islands

[@OatsJenkins]

mononoke is simply one of the best movies of all time please go watch it

[@svenkorac2566]

I love this!!! Was literally thinking about the parallels the other day. Even those forest spirits from princess mononoke are like koroks from botw 🤯

[@thearcanian5921]

That part about the princess in Castle in the Sky giving up her heritage has some parallels to the read I got from the symbolism of the Silent Princess in BotW, an end to the monarchy. Imagine what other ways the story of Demise's Hatred, the Blood of the Goddess, and the Spirit of the Hero could be told if Zelda did not have to be a princess.

[@judaiyuki5597]

gannondorf: imma rule the kingdom link: imma stop you gannondorf: LEAVE NO SURVIVORS link: were screwed

[@1umbreon4life]

Something to realize: a lot of the people working at Nintendo right now would've grown up watching the Ghibli classics like Mononoke, Laputa, and Howl's Moving Castle. This is a testament to the lasting impact of Miyazaki's incredible works of art.

[@clay2889]

Amazing video! I didn't realize how closely tied breath of the wild was to Ghibli until you pointed it out. And now tears of the kingdom, the similarities are unmatched. I'm so excited for this game!

[@ChainedFei]

I would point out, Zeltik, that the Guardian of the Mountain glows with the same blue green energy as Link's new Arm and the spirit stones, and as you already pointed out the parallel with the forest spirit in Mononoke, is it possible the Guardian of the mountain is somehow involved with these events?

[@sledgen.]

was not expecting this video but I am here for it!

[@skycreeper0173]

6:59 “He leaves his past identity as a Champion and a Chosen One…” This alone already has massive implications for the world of Zelda. Would you imagine if Link decides to defy the cycle? (The cycle where Link, Zelda and Ganon are reincarnated time and time again) What if Link no longer wanted to be the Chosen One? What if he was tired of being destined to be the one to save Hyrule over and over again? What would Hylia even say? Huge rabbit holes aside, this is a pretty awesome video.

[@TheOctapodi]

Great job, guys! Love the analysis here!

[@cullenmuir2707]

I think after the most recent trailer where Zelda is basically wearing the outfit we can say there's a good chance we'll get some big parallels plot wise.

[@kyleoliver637]

This analysis and discussion is amazing. BotW is my favourite LoZ beating SS, which was my former favourite LoZ title, and I absolutely LOVE Studio Ghibli movies and other movies with the same animation style and story telling.

[@chiffmonkey]

You went so in depth but tripped at the last hurdle. Thematics are what matter most in Eastern storytelling. Princess Mononoke is in itself a spiritual successor to Nausicaa, further developing its nature/technology theme in a more nuanced way with the introduction of Iron Town as an example of how technology isn't alway bad. I would expect Tears of the Kingdom to further develop these Ghibli themes, especially considering that Princess Mononoke ends in a somewhat open ended way with its core issues not entirely resolved. Meanwhile the Zelda franchise has been building its own themes in the form of the oft-misunderstood timelines. They represent different philosophies, approaches to the same predicament - that of one who would fall on their sword to defeat the bad (Downfall), that of one who sees good in the bad (Child) and that of one who tries to evade the bad (Adult). The Child timeline has been delivering metaphors much like the demon boar - like how Majora's Mask puppeteers Skull Kid, how Midna is seduced by the Fused Shadow. How another Ganondorf winds up on a path to evil. To me the progression is really obvious - Ganondorf can be redeemed, MUST be redeemed to have any hope of seeing malice for the true threat it really is.

[@_gawen]

Great analysis! The connection between Ghibli and Zelda has always been clear, but I am amazed how much of it is understated. Much of the parallel I've read seem confined to either Mononoke, Spirited Away and Castle in the sky. But for me it goes much further than this.

[@rosjivenus1355]

All my favourite ghibli movies were quoted here Ps I really like watching videos like these becouse I see that I'm not the only one to think certain things,for example the adjectives you used to describe Laputa I'm really glad to see that I'm not the only one to feel a certain feeling while looking at movies and games That makes me want to thank you and all the other content creators for your videos

[@heyspookyboogie644]

Castle in the sky and princess Mononoke are my two fav Ghibli movies. 100% the first thing I noticed when I played BOTW. Especially the mountain spirit and the forest spirits.

[@lukasmihara]

I think anyone who knows both Ghibli and Zelda already realized the similarities, but it's great to see everything side by side here. Very interesting video! I should watch those great movies again...

[@prestonbyrd8443]

Who knew that watching every Ghibli movie I could find would be so useful.

[@AaronPICAR]

Laputa Castle in the Sky is my all time favorite movie of ever! I could watch it everyday. I was joyful when recent Zelda games referred to it

[@luisajanau2601]

This is the video that i've been waiting ever since the first BOTW trailler, im a big fan of ghibli movies and zelda, always dreamed of them doing a collab

[@nooneyouknow239]

I love how when zeltik does a collab, there’s always a video on both channels, and he never has ft. In the title. He just jumpscares you with a collab part way through the video lol.

[@matthewdavis9966]

Now we know the depths were inspired by the toxic jungle from Nausicaa too!

[@tristancox2156]

The level of work you put into these videos. I feel the love 💕 thank you

[@silvesta5027]

This was such a creative video! Great job with this one. Interesting coming back to it now totk has been out for a bit

[@chickennuggies906]

you know whats so amazing about the zelda community? the way all of us treated the leaks with so much awareness and responsibility. this is a truly loving community with so much respect for the developers and games. i cant think of another fanbase that appreciates and loves the games so much.

[@ZorusSerif]

7:24 This part reminds me of the fan project Legend of Zelda where's purpose & what is happening to ganondorf in that

[@bearflipstable8365]

im so happy i decided to play botw back in 2020, when i got my switch. it was my first zelda game. when the game first came out i thought it looked awesome and i might try it. but i think it might have been your videos that gave me the push? since then ive been partial to stories with huge worlds and abandoned ruined cities. the awe and the unsettling atmosphere gives me a rush and the sense of scale is incredible. thats why i played the last guardian, and why i watched castle in the sky before watching this video. id been meaning to do it for a while and seeing that you uploaded this video gave me a good excuse. it was incredible. i cant wait for totk.

[@mythicdawn9574]

Did you play other Zelda games since then ? If not I would recommend The Wind Waker. It may be the closest experience to BotW in older games !

[@bearflipstable8365]

@@mythicdawn9574 I’ve since played OoT which was pretty good, I really enjoyed it. Although in some parts I didn’t have much fun but in some I really had fun with. Like the fire temple, and the well in kakariko. Now I’m getting started on MM which so far is a confusing game lol. But the mystery of it all is very intriguing.

[@TheJmax04]

Thanks for the disclaimer at the start of the video, I was a little worried about seeing spoilers from the leak.

[@kukunaokalabegay5586]

That was intense! I would like to know more about the Japanese lore and mythology tie in with the landscape and creatures ideas.

[@haleyf9582]

These games and films both mean soooooo much to me and I could talk about them forever. I could also talk about their similarities forever. It's so incredible how nintendo incorporated these themes into BOTW, and I was so excited when I started noticing it even more during TOTK trailers!!!

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

This is such an interesting take! Really enjoyed this video and it makes me even more curious to see if any of these predictions come true. Also makes me wish there were more Studio Ghibli-like video games. (Ni No Kuni is a great example, but something with a darker feel).

[@songoku9348]

I would love a studio ghibli made Zelda anime.

[@majoraz_]

SAME OMG

[@DivinusAurum]

The most rewatched part of this video with the most outstanding cleanest peak i've ever seen in any video, is literally the soldiers arms being shot off. 💀💀💀

[@DanielZeal]

This is awesome. Princess Mononoke is my favorite Ghibli film, and I'm getting the feeling that ToTK might be one of my favorite Zelda games.

[@jonbrown9490]

The developers were pretty open about the inspiration they drew from Miyazaki's work.