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New Bolero of Fire music video from Taylor Davis

We’ve showcased the beautiful and talented Taylor Davis here before. Many of you may remember her videos for Gerudo Valley and the Song of Storms/Time mashup. Straight off of her album Melodies of Hyrule is a new video for Ocarina of Time’s Bolero of Fire. Taylor doesn’t just play, she performs. Dressed as Sheik, she powerfully stands atop the…

Ales the Woodcarver creates Master Sword replica

Back in January, we showed you guys a wooden Link statue hand-carved by Aleš Jánošík. The talented craftsman now has a new Zelda creation: a 12-inch wooden Master Sword.  The process of hand-carving the basswood sword took roughly 10 hours. All of the detailing stays true to its in-game design and it even features a sharpened…

Music Monday: Relax

It’s a busy time of year. School is ending which means finals, end of year projects, and graduation plans for a lot of people. Others are getting everything squared away for summer vacation. Regardless of what you’re up to, it’s always good to take a moment and relax. This week we’ve picked a couple of…

You’ll be looking snappy in this new Zelda cap

Just in time for baseball season is this cool new snapback cap from Gamer Heaven. Rather than going for the typical embroidered design, this cap sports the Hylian Crest on a gold-tinted metal plate. You have until the end of May to pre-order it online for $33.72. It’s expected to arrive May 31 of this year. Whether…

Fill your home with the fresh scent of Hyrulian Summer

Hyrulian Summer is one of many “geek-inspired” scented candles from the Etsy shop Ficticious Fragrances. The refreshing aroma of fresh cut grass, juniper and jasmine will make you feel as if you’re spending a lazy summer day in Hyrule Field, relaxing next to Zora’s River.  The 8 ounce candle is made of all natural soy wax, creating…

Explore the creative process of forging Link’s Master Sword

Back in October, we showed you guys an impressive replica of the Skyward Sword’s Master Sword and pedestal being sold on eBay. That was actually the sword-smith’s second take on his Master Sword design. One year after revealing his very first Master Sword, he has put together a retrospective look at his progress. He originally planned…

Cosmo Wright breaks his own speedrunning world record

Speedrunner Cosmo Wright has done it again! Last month, we reported that Cosmo broke the world record for the fastest Ocarina of Time speedrun, clocking in at 18 minutes, 56 seconds. Less than a week later, he went on to beat his own record, completing the game in 18 minutes, 51 seconds. His next goal was to…

The Game Boy celebrates 25 years

It’s amazing to think that just 25 years ago, the ability to play video games on the go was a huge deal. With the release of the Game Boy, you could play anywhere you wanted. Plus, you weren’t limited to just one game. Tired of Tetris? That’s okay, just pop out the cartridge and in goes Super…

Deku Shield flask lets you transport your potions with care

New from The Drunken Moogle is this Deku flask. Designed after Ocarina of Time’s Deku Shield, this flask holds up to six ounces of your favorite potion. The image is UV-proof, protecting it from that hot Gerudo Valley sun. Resistant against both water and scratches, it’s perfect to take along as you navigate Water Temple. The Deku…

San Jose State University hosts Nintendo-themed charity auction

Arranged by San Jose State University’s ShrunkenHeadMan Animation/Illustration Club is Press Start: Nintendo Charity Gallery. Student and alumni artists have created artwork for the gallery auction featuring characters from their favorite Nintendo series, including The Legend of Zelda, Mario, Pokemon, and Pikmin. Proceeds from the auction benefit the Morgan Autism Center, an organization dedicated to helping both children and adults with autism and…

Bring Zelda to your living room with new jigsaw puzzle and Monopoly

Get ready to start raking in the Rupees this summer. The Monopoly Zelda edition is set for release earlier than expected. Originally slated for September, Southern Hobby Supply has listed both Monopoly: The Legend of Zelda and Pokemon editions to be released on August 21 with an MSRP of $45.00. While we haven’t seen any images of the board itself, judging by the box art, it…

Music Monday: Time to wake up

Monday already? It’s always so hard to get up on Monday mornings. Staying in your soft, comfy bed seems far more appealing than waking up early and going to school/work. Here are a couple of songs that are bound to get you energized and ready to face the day. Amanda’s picks When I hear the…

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