Swords, bows, or spears? Over the years, Link has built a pretty impressive arsenal of weaponry to choose from, yet he is perhaps most famed for his skills with a sword. Short or broad? One-handed or two? Power or beauty? With plenty of options to choose from, it’s hard to narrow down what the best…
One of my favorite aspects of Breath of the Wild is the subtle worldbuilding achieved through the use of environmental exposition. This barren version of Hyrule is filled with ruins and the remnants of a forgotten war 100 years ago, or at least forgotten by the Hero of the Wild. Seeing these old, ruined villages makes…
Have you ever wondered what a Breath of the Wild randomizer would look like? Well, wonder no more when this new and chaotic mod by Waikuteru releases on Christmas. Just about anything you could possibly think of has been randomized within Hyrule. Of course, there are the basic item drops that have been completely mixed…
GameStop has outdone itself this year with its Black Friday offer on Breath of the Wild. As part of this year’s offer, the retailer is selling physical and digital editions of the game for just $26.99 USD. Not only is this the lowest price it’s ever listed the game for, but it’s also saving you…
The Legend of Zelda has never been shy about taking inspiration from Japanese and other Eastern Asian cultures for parts of its many adventures. In fact, the series was pulling from those influences even during the early years of the franchise. There is the Triforce, which was once the symbol of the ruling Hojo clan…
Its roots were firmly planted on United States soil, but Black Friday has spread throughout much of Western Europe and numerous other countries. Depending on whom you ask, this is (broadly) considered to be either a consumer-savvy economic blessing, a symptom of the terminal illness known as late-stage capitalism, or “leave me alone, Target just…
After five long months of waiting, the second half of the Age of Calamity Expansion Pass is finally here. This wave, Guardian of Remembrance, compliments the first DLC pack, Pulse of the Ancients, by offering a different style of content. Everything that the pack has to offer puts a stronger emphasis on narrative and builds…
You slowly step into the highest room of Hyrule castle; the Blood Moon rises beyond the stone arches. Her voice calls, a golden light pulsing above you. Apologies are on her lips, her power fading until it vanishes, consumed by the malice that has been rotting Hyrule for 100 years. This is it. This is…
For all the many (and potentially valid) complaints about the way Breath of the Wild’s story is told, one complaint that can’t be levied against it is that it lacks the ability to inspire new stories in the player’s imaginations. Theorists and players have concocted vast backstories for the Champions and NPCs. They did this…
In my playthroughs of Breath of the Wild there are specific Shrines that I use as my key fast travels points. While there are technically closer warp points to where I’m heading, I don’t have the greatest sense of direction. So I like to start from a familiar point and head out from there. One…
While never the focus of The Legend of Zelda series, magic often plays an important role whenever it shows up. Sometimes magic is just another tool for Link to use, like with the Magic Armor in The Wind Waker. Other times, magical items are plot devices that play vital roles in the story of their…
I was very excited to discover and explore Rito Village in Breath of the Wild. Since their first appearance in The Wind Waker, the Rito have been among my favorite races in the Zelda games, and I highly anticipated their return to the series. I was not disappointed. Rito Village is a beautifully colorful and…
One of the biggest shifts that Breath of the Wild made away from the classic Zelda formula was the removal of traditional dungeons. They were replaced with Shrines, the introduction of which had some mixed responses. Many found the new system refreshing and an intriguing change from the larger dungeons (particularly breathing a sigh of…
The Legend of Zelda series has been host to a great variety of enemies and monsters. Some appear as goofy cartoon characters while others are the terrifying creations of nightmares. These unsettling monsters have become staples of the series and often are fan-favorites as well. So, let’s celebrate the spookiest month of the year by…
Monsters, ruins, extreme weather, Guardians, and Malice — danger comes in many forms in the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. As Link adventures around Hyrule, it’s hard to know what lurks around each corner. Especially in the early stages of the game, when everything seems life-threatening. As skill levels increase and Link attains…
