TIMELINES, SECRETS & THE MASTER SWORD (Zelda Theory)

GODS, SECRETS, TIMELINES AND WARS. NUFF SAID! What does Phi, Delta and Echo have in common with Zelda. Find out in today’s theory.
I think it's time you learned the whole story. Let me try to explain...
0:00 INTRO - FOREVER BOUND
0:30 CHAPTER 1 - CREATING A CONUNDREM
2:00 CHAPTER 2: TRINITY IN MOTION: OVERVIEW
4:48 CHAPTER 3: THE SECRET PLAN OF HYLIA
15:00 CHAPTER 4 - CONNECTING THE PAST & PRESENT
18:50 CHAPTER 5 - MASTERSWORD VS CHAOS
23:12 CHAPTER 6: MULTIPLICATIVE LORE
33:12 CHAPTER 7 - THE 4TH DIMENSION & THE TETRAFORCE...
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Heartfelt thanks to the following sources:
1. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Nintendo.
2. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Nintendo.
3. Nintendo Japan, Fiscal Year Ending March 2024 Three Months Earnings Releasewww.nintendo.co.jp/ir/en/even... | www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/202...
4. Amatsu-Mikaboshi, Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amatsu-...
5. Amatsu-Mikaboshi, gods-and-demons.fandom.com/wi...
6. Ask The Developer, Nintendo, Tears of the Kingdom, 9 May 2023 - www.nintendo.com/my/interview...
7. Phi, Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phi
8. The Golden Ratio, Wikipedia, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_...
9. The Golden Ratio: Is It Myth or Math?, Be Smart, 11 March 2021, KZbin, • The Golden Ratio: Is I...
10. Breaking Conventions with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, KZbin, March 11 2017, GDC - • Breaking Conventions w...
11. The Legend of Zelda, Official Trailer 3, KZbin, Nintendo of America, April 13 2023, • The Legend of Zelda: T...
12. Nintendo Australia (Sequel to BOTW2), www.nintendo.com.au/games/nin...
13. Hyrule Historia - Published by Dark Horse Books, December 2011
14. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild - Creating A Champion was published by Dark Horse Books, December 2011.
15. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild, Nintendo 2017
16. 16. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Official Game Trailer - Nintendo E3 2016, KZbin, Nintendo of America, Jun 15, 2016, • The Legend of Zelda: B...
17. 20. Nintendo Store - store.nintendo.com.au/
18. 21. Official Tears of the Kingdom Website - zelda.com/tears-of-the-kingdom/
19. 22. Nintendo Japan - www.nintendo.co.jp/
20. 23. Nintendo Japan, Zelda Character Index - www.nintendo.co.jp/character/...
MUSIC:
The Legend of Zelda - various OST Soundtracks and the musings of the ever-amazing Zelda Reorchestrated (www.zreomusic.com/) - you can support their new work at zreosq.com/music/.
Tracks:
1. Determination - Skyward Sword
2. Oath of Order - Majora’s Mask
3. Temple of Droplets - Minish Cap
4. Stone Tower Temple - Majora’s Mask
5. Fi’s Theme - Skyward Sword
6. Bamboo Island - Skyward Sword
7. ハイラル王との別れ [Farewell to the Hyrule King] - Wind Waker Japanese OST
8. Astral Observatory - Majora’s Mask
9. Reunion with Daruk - Breath of the Willd
10. Return to the Surface - Skyward Sword
11. Faron Woods - Twilight Princess
12. Sacred Grove - Twilight Princess
13. Whimsical - Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity
14. Calling the Four Giants - Majora’s Mask
15. Song of Healing - Ocarina of Time
16. Thank You - Skyward Sword

[@marissabulso6439]

I feel like the devs gave themselves the option to bring Ganondorf/Demise back or move on. On one hand, you can look at TOTK and say he has been obliterated entirely. But on the other, you can view him as one of the many incarnations of Demise and so, he will be back.

[@ChrisHoulihan]

This comparison of Ameraterasu/Hylia:: Mikaboshi: Demise is so on point, it didn’t occur to me until you brought it up here. In some tellings, the amatsu-mikaboshi existed before anything else, just chaos with no order. When order eventually came about, mikaboshi was pissed that Amaterasu was the new cool kid in town that had many human worshippers. This left mikaboshi to rule the underworld and plotting revenge to retake the kingdom that was once his. This definitely echoes Demise’s character with his hatred of humans (Hylians?) and nostalgia of when he ruled the whole enchilada

[@gamesmiths]

Super Sweet and glad that comparison rung true - that means a lot especially considering your immense knowledge - thanks for that! It just seemed to fit so well and the elements and symbology tend to echo that sentiment. Definitely a unique take, but one that tends to make the most sense in my head canon lol 🌟💚

[@wizcatcheslightning]

Oh my gosh! The happiest of birthdays to Little Smiths!!!

[@gamesmiths]

Thank you kindly good sir 💚🌟

[@dantheman15]

What a theory!! First and foremost, happy birthday to little smiths! Secondly, you know how to make a theory that goes straight to my heart. The irrationality of phi becoming rational through fi and the spirit of the hero. The interconnected lives of Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf. Absolutely phenomenal! And of course, the spiral way that theories can and expand and grow multiplicatively. I don't even know what to say! It's pure beauty and art in the form of a theory for us in the forge and the whole zelda fanbase. A true masterpiece of a master theory.

[@gamesmiths]

As always Dan, your kind words and thoughtfulness are more than anyone could hope for. I'm inspired by you and your efforts constantly, and your latest theory holds so much of my respect in taking on the big questions in a unique way - proving there's so much true gold within this community that we have yet to explore. I'm lucky to be amongst such champions 💚🌟

[@ChrisHoulihan]

4:28 love this part right here about Demise not being able to use time to his advantage, just beautifully put.

[@gamesmiths]

Chris!!! Good to hear from you buddy. Can't wait to catch up again soon and hope all is well on your end. Glad you enjoyed the video too! 💚🌟

[@3X3NTR1K]

Your comments about the golden power and spirals make me smile. You see I noticed that before you send the decayed master sword back in time, if you angle the camera juuust right on the inside of it, you can see a three part spiraling pattern of golden sparkles.

[@gamesmiths]

🤯🤯 Wow! I hadn't seen that - what a great call! Thanks for sharing that and taking the time to let me know. That's awesome! Really appreciate it 💚🌟

[@3X3NTR1K]

@gamesmiths Glad to help! And yeah, I don't think anyone has noticed it before at all. I've never seen it mentioned, at least. So yay me, I guess? 😆

[@gamesmiths]

@@3X3NTR1K definitely! I'll need to look into getting a screen shot and share this one - massive find thank you 💚💫

[@marissabulso6439]

😮😮😮😱 This theory was not only beautiful, but so very fitting. Like a puzzle piece that has been missing. There is something very symbolic in the spirit of a sword (a spirit linked to the golden ratio) connecting the bearer of the blood of the goddess and the bearer of the spirit of the hero. A sword that was forged in fire, and in love. A sword that transcends time. A sword that gives hope to the world-standing between it and destruction. Yet, even a sword of such power requires someone to wield it. Enter the player, who takes up the task of defeating evil and bringing peace to the world. Some call it a curse that Link and Zelda must always face off against Demise/Ganondorf. It is, in a way, because it does rob them of an ordinary, peaceful life. But I’ve never viewed it as a curse so much as a commentary on what we ALL must choose to do in life: take up our own sword and strive for the good, or give in to the overwhelming power of evil and let it roll over us. “The breath of the wild calls out to the hero in us all.” That Hylia equipped her descendants and their heroes to combat such evil is inspiring. A message of hope. That Fi binds it all together, regardless of timelines, is utterly beautiful. And frees my mind from placing everything perfectly. 😂 (And I love that it is all centered on the story of Skyward Sword-that game deserved more appreciation! Midna definitely outshined Fi as a companion, but Fi established so many things! And that she was the spirit of the sword aiding Link in such an intimate and integral way always spoke to my heart.) P. S. Really liked that the video faded out on Fi’s theme. 😌

[@troysaxon8740]

Top tier comment and analysis, “The breath of the wild calls to the hero in us all” sent shivers down my spine👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@gamesmiths]

@troysaxon8740 really glad you enjoyed it. All the very best 💚💫

[@wizcatcheslightning]

I’m certainly excited to see what evil force comes into the fray next 😊

[@gamesmiths]

Me too mate, couldn't agree more. I'm secretly hoping for a return of Girahim just for that nuanced level of crazy he brings to the series, totally next level adorable as far as bad guys go 🌟💚

[@wizcatcheslightning]

@@gamesmiths I also want him, he’s one of the best Zelda villains 🥲

[@quantafreeze]

My theory is Zelda, in Tears of the Kingdom, travels back in time to the period before the prologue of Skyward Sword. Here is my reasoning. If Tears of the Kingdom's Gannon, was a reincarnation of Demise, where is Link? Where is the Master Sword. In theory if there is one, there should be the other, according to Demise's curse. TotK's Gannon doesn't recognize the master sword, he only knows of it via Raru and Zelda's discussion of it. My theory is this incarnation of Ganondorf predates Skyward Sword and the creation of the Master Sword. My theory is TotK Ganondorf - 'the Demon King' is related to Demise - 'the Demon King' (they both have the same skirt in their boss phase). I think the TotK Gannon although "sealed" by Raru, was able to leak out similar to the events seen in Skyward Sword, Breath of the Wild, and Tears of the Kingdom. TotK Gannon's spirit is (or has become) Demise, in my theory. Demise's scar is where Gannon's sacred stone was mounted, and probably had to be torn away from the stones great spiritual power. Evidence to support this theory, the missing goddess statue. In Raru's time period, there's no giant Hylia goddess statue in the forgotten temple. I think this is because Hylia hasn't had to act yet. The Zonai are on the earth and they are handling the kingdom, however after Raru seals TotK Gannon, he and Mineru are out of commission leaving the kingdom Zonai-less and completely unprotected. In the Prologue of Skyward Sword, it describes 'a war of unmatched scale and ferocity the likes of which would never be seen again. One dark, fateful day, the earth cracked wide and malevolent forces rushed forth from the fissure. They mounted a brutal assault upon the surface people, driving the land into deep despair... They burnt forests to ash, choked the land's sweet springs, and murdered without hesitation.' I think this is what Hidemaro Fujibayashi alluded to when he said, "there may have been a history of destruction before the story of Hyrule's foundation". Because of Demise's rampage on earth is why we see so little of the OG Zonai architecture in the Zelda series, except what was hidden beneath the primitive looking Zonai structures in Faron. Raru doesn't even consider using the Triforce, because, one he can handle it on his own, and two it's still in Hylia's protection. It's also why Demise needs the power of the Triforce, because it's the only (in universe) item that would be more powerful than Raru and his spiritual stone. This theory explains the ruins of civilization on the earth's surface, in Skyward Sword. The mining facilities, the robots, the temples, all were originally part of Raru's Hyrule. It also may be why the dragons in Skyward Sword, (Lanayru, Farosh, and Eldin) can talk, and aren't big almost mindless flying guys. It might be because they were once Zonai and because of their Zonai DNA, the dragonification, takes longer, and they hold onto their sentience longer than, say the Hylian Zelda, did. They eventually do become giant sky guys because they are immortal, but the time between Zelda's time travel and Skyward sword isn't that long, so the dragons are still on the small side and still have clothes and can speak. The Shiekah aren't in the Zonai time period, because there is really no need for a group like the Shiekah. The Shiekah protected an served the Hylian Royal family and were the chosen protectors of the goddess Hylia. Raru wouldn't have needed protection by mere humans, and if my theory is true the goddess wouldn't be mortal yet. In my theory the Master Sword was taken back, by Zelda's time shift abilities, to before it was created, however the sword would be in Zelda's dragon hair, hidden and protected, during the forging of the Master Sword, and the events of Skyward Sword, and the entirety of all the time-lines for that matter, if I'm correct. No reboot necessary.

[@gamesmiths]

I really enjoyed this theory and I can totally get where you are coming from - it's this kind of creative take that makes talking Zelda theory so much fun, and to be honest, I've wondered about the same type of concept myself. It does have an interesting spin to it, and the interpretations do have validity for sure. This was really cool and a great read. Thanks so much for sharing this, awesome! 💚🌟

[@JK1029]

Another beautiful and spot on video!! I must say, your videos dig DEEP into the topic of lore, and not just surface level “this is here because of this” and I love the way your videos make me feel more intelligent by the end, and make me want to go back and explore all the games again with the new perspective!

[@gamesmiths]

Wow, thank you JK and I'm hubmled by that compliment. I can only say the effort is to try and return the same level of passion and consideration I've been fortunate enough to have in this endeavor. There's a lot more to come in this arc and this video was very much foundational for next steps, so it's heartwarming to have that knowledge going forward. As always, many thanks for your care and support and for being an amazing friend. You're the best 💚🌟

[@ogOAFgaming]

Absolutley spot on as always GS! The Forge, and all of us in general love it man! To the future, that both Hylia perceived and we will endure! Edit: Every time I hear bamboo isle, I now think Pokémon Legends Arceus. Sounds so similar. Edit Edit: Every time I hear "Return to the Surface" I always get teary eyed and choked up. Know how to make an Oaf blubber hahaa

[@gamesmiths]

The future of Zelda is indeed in good hands. And as a community, we are blessed to have friends to share our journey. In the darkest of times, they will light your way my friend 💚🌟

[@GreatHope3-16]

Wow, this was incredible and so well done! Much love and Great Hope 💞

[@theogsg5648]

Wow, what an amazing video! Well done, love all your theories!

[@gamesmiths]

Thank you so much - that means a lot and I really appreciate you taking the time to pass this on. I hope you have a great day, because you made mine 💚💫

[@carriejohnson4922]

Great theory! I enjoyed watching this, and I definitely think the story will unveil itself further as more Zelda games get made. They aren’t done with Zelda and more things will be explained to us, but that’ll also bring more things that we don’t understand and will theorize about. Personally I don’t want to know everything, knowing everything means there’s no room to theorize and what kind of world would that be if we couldn’t theorize about Zelda stuff 😅 it would Be miserable that’s what! Haha can’t wait for the next vid! GG GS!

[@gamesmiths]

Soooo sorry for the late reply Carrie - this one got held for some reason and I have only just got it. Thank you so much and can’t wait to catch up again soon 💚💫

[@quantafreeze]

Great theory! I love that idea.

[@gamesmiths]

Thanks for sharing and glad you liked it. All the very best 💚🌟

[@stdesy]

Amazingly well crafted theory. Bravo sir

[@gamesmiths]

Thank you kindly and very nice of you to share that. All the very best 🌟💚

[@justinwilson5006]

So... Zelda theorists ARE Calamity Ganon?!

[@gamesmiths]

Can't speak for other theorists, and by that I mean literally anyone who makes a theory is just as valid as any youtuber, if not probably more so to be fair... But for me, I'd say the greatest threat to Zelda's future at times is how we might shut down the imagination of the many with overemphasised lore and "canon" gatekeeping nonsense that destorys the ability for people to have fun and consider possibilities we havent... So yeh, kinda 😅 But in classic Zelda dichotomy, we also counter the darkness with love and passion for the series, helping to keep the flame burning between "tends" and the gaps between games...because when you love Zelda games, it sticks with you and sharing that is something pretty cool. I've introduced Zelda to my daughter and nephews and they will carry their love of the games into the future hopefully way better than I do. So a bit like a Calamity, we pose a threat, and can be destructive at times, but true Heros in the community will always rise up to carry the future forward for the better. Funnily enough, this point is the basis of something I'm trying super hard to get out for Halloween (may not make it though 🤞🏽), but like any good story, sometimes it's the conflct at the heart of the tale between opposing forces that brings out the greatest epics and legends. So weird having this comment whilst scripting something small that riffs on that idea - that sometimes the "calamities" are actually key to bringing about change and legendary times. Foir without them, we may simply wallow in apathy and beaurocracy...and Hyrule would end up with more "King Rhoams" and less "Links" if you follow me 💚🌟 On a serious note, the theories coming out of the community, the people who right stuff in chats, and on videos or forums - they are usually epic, and well underrated for what they are. The best theorists are the ones noone is talking about in my mind, personal take of course 🌟 So keep being amazing and thanks for commenting and listening to my theories. Really appreciate it

[@justinwilson5006]

@@gamesmiths 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@borikuarokero4309]

Honestly Nintendo doesn't actually care about the Zelda lore.... I mean they made a literal prequel explaining the origins of the lore in Skyward and the completely ignored it in Breath of the Wild

[@gamesmiths]

I can understand that feeling, so a fair call for sure. I guess I'm looking at how that might be incorporated into the lore, whether that be intended or not, and certainly the next video will go into that more, but appreciate your input and point of view - thanks for taking the time to share it 💚🌟

[@HipnotikHylian]

Ummmmm NO. They didn't ignore anything at all.

[@gamesmiths]

@HipnotikHylian I can’t explain how encouraging it is to know you aren’t alone in wondering if you missed something. From what I can tell, it’s more like they factored in things I couldn’t have even considered. Appreciate perspectives are what they are, I’m just glad I’m not alone in the experience I’m taking away from it all. Have a good one 💚💫