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| + | |location = [[Fire Realm]] |
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| + | |game = [[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' |
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| − | |image = [[File:Hylianguard.png|140px]] |
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| + | |item = [[Bow]] |
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| − | |caption = A Hyrulian Soldier from ''Twilight Princess'' |
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+ | |mini-boss = [[Heatoise]] |
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| − | |2 = Gender = Male |
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| + | |quest = [[Force Gem]] restored |
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| − | |3 = First appearance = ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' |
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| + | |element = {{Element|Fire}}{{Element|Earth}} |
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| − | |5 = Notable Member(s) = [[Shiro]]<br>[[Captain Viscen]]<br>[[Guard Captain Russell]]<br>[[Death Mountain Trail Guard]] |
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| − | {{Quote|A fervent sense of duty runs through the veins of every Hyrulean Soldier, as it is their calling to protect the royal palace and maintain order.|Zelda.com encyclopedia}} |
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| − | '''Soldiers''', also known as '''Hylian Soldiers''', '''Hyrulian Soldiers''', or '''Guards''', are the recurring group of [[human]] (or [[Hylian]]) warriors, law enforcers and protectors in the [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' series]]. In most titles, they serve the [[Royal Family of Hyrule]] and are charged with the protection of the citizens under the monarchy's rule. Though they appear mostly in [[Hyrule]], they appear in other lands as well, such as [[Termina]] and [[Labrynna]]. They are known for their fervent sense of duty, though their infallible obedience occasionally leads to manipulation by evil forces. |
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| + | The '''Fire Temple''' (also known as the '''Mountain Temple''') is a dungeon in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''. The dungeon’s main item is the [[Bow]] and its boss is [[Cragma]]. |
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| − | ==Guards== |
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| − | Every soldier seen in the games serves as a '''Guard'''. Therefore, the terms "soldier" and "guard" have become interchangeable in the series. Guards patrol populated areas, most commonly [[Hyrule Castle Town]] or [[Hyrule Castle]] itself. As it is usually off-limits, Link must often sneak past the Castle Guards to infiltrate the castle or, more specifically, Zelda's Courtyard. If Link is seen by one of the guards on patrol, he will be thrown out of the castle. This [[Stealth Missions|Stealth Mission]] first appeared in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', and has since become iconic to series. |
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| + | The '''Fire Temple''' is located at the summit of the mountain in the [[Fire Realm]]. Link has to meet with [[Embrose]] to play the Song of Fire Restoration and open the way to the dungeon. The area where the temple lies is guarded by three [[Snurglar]]s, all of which hold three keys that will open the entrance to the temple once retrieved by Link. |
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| − | |caption=A Hylian Soldier in ''Ocarina of Time'' |
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| − | ===Personality=== |
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| − | In the ''Zelda'' series, Hylian guards are usually depicted as the ideal soldiers. They possess a fervent sense of duty and are fully obedient to the royal family. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', [[Vaati]] takes advantage of their unquestioning loyalty by impersonating [[King Daltus]]. By doing so, he is able to have the unsuspecting soldiers do his bidding. In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages|Oracle of Ages]]'', [[Veran]] is also able to manipulate the guards by possessing the body [[Nayru (Oracle)|Nayru]]'s and, later on, [[Queen Ambi]] herself. |
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| + | ==Themes and Navigation== |
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| − | However, the soldiers in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'' present an almost opposite image. Cowardly in nature, they will flee at the first hint of danger. However, it should be noted that during [[Zant's Invasion of Hyrule|Zant's Invasion of Hyrule Castle]], there is a group of soldiers who bravely hold their ground against the [[Zant]]'s [[Shadow Beast]]s, protecting Princess Zelda. The deaths of many soldiers in this battle, as well as Zelda's subsequent surrender, could potentially explain the Soldiers' attitude thereafter, as these events would have have been a devastating blow to morale. Otherwise, the lack of soldiers may have prompted the drafting of unsuited men. |
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| + | [[File:ST Fire Obstacle.png|thumb|left|Link crossing one of the first obstacles.]] |
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| + | Many of the puzzles in the temple involve platforms that can be used to stand atop small volcanoes, and [[Arrow Orb]]s that redirect the trajectory of an arrow. In a similar way to the [[Cave of Flames]] in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', the Fire Temple houses minecarts that help Link move from a point to another quickly. The dungeon item is a [[Bow]], which is obtained after defeating a [[Heatoise]]. [[Cragma]] is the boss of the Fire Temple. After he is defeated, the [[Spirit Tracks (Rails)|Spirit Tracks]] connecting the Fire Realm to the [[Tower of Spirits]] are restored. |
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| + | In both this temple and [[Sand Temple|the following one]], the background music is different from the usual dungeon theme heard in the first three temples. |
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| − | Aside from the cowardly guards of ''Twilight Princess'', one dishonest Castle Guard in ''Ocarina of Time'' accepts bribery.<ref name="bribery">{{cite|Who are you? How did you get past the guards?|Princess Zelda|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> In ''Spirit Tracks'', a cowardly guard searching for treasure with his friend in the caves of [[Disorientation Station]] stumbles upon a [[Fire Baba|monstrous plant]] and runs away, leaving his friend behind.<ref>{{Cite|We got halfway in, but then some big plant monster showed up! I was terrified, so I hightailed it out of there on my own.|Soldier|ST}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Oh, what a pathetic story. It's hard to believe that someone this cowardly is a guard from Hyrule Castle.|Princess Zelda|ST}}</ref> |
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| + | *[[Keese#Fire Keese|Fire Keese]] |
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| + | *[[Blade Trap]] |
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| + | *[[Moldola]] |
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| + | *[[Stalfos]] |
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| + | *[[Heatoise]] |
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| + | *The name in the UK version of ''Spirit Tracks'', "Mountain Temple", may provide an explanation for why the rabbits in the fire realm are called mountain rabbits and not "fire" rabbits. |
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| − | The uniform of the Hyrulean Soldier greatly differs throughout the series, though their weapon of choice is usually the spear. |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'', soldiers are entirely covered in plate armor, with only a slat in their helm so they can see. They may carry a dagger, a sword or a spear; these soldiers also carry a small shield. Some of then are archers and javelin throwers, while others throw [[Bomb]]s. Some soldiers in ''A Link to the Past'' have special armor with horns on their helm. The color of the armor varies—this denotes their strength. |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', as well as ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', soldiers don lighter armor consisting of chain mail and a grey tabard bearing the [[Royal Crest]] (only in ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Twilight Princess'') along with leather boots. In ''Ocarina of Time'' and ''Majora's Mask'', guards wear greaves but leave their knees and lower thighs exposed. Captain Viscen in ''Majora's Mask'' wears particularly opulent armor that denotes his rank. The guards seen in the throne room in ''Ocarina of Time'' also wear this uniform. The guards in ''Twilight Princess'' carry long metal shields, which have feet that allows them to rest on the ground. Their spears have this feature as well. |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'', guards wear no armor and are clothed in a forest green outfit much like the [[Tunic#Hero's Clothes|garb of the Hero of Winds]]. The [[Tunic#Recruit Uniform|Recruit Uniform]] especially resembles the Hero's Clothes, as it comprises the signature green cap. Link himself obtains the Recruit Uniform from [[Princess Zelda]]. All guards use spears, with the exception of Captain Russell, who has a sword sheathed at his hip. Russell's uniform is essentially the same as the rest of the guards, with only a badge bearing the [[Royal Crest]] on his tunic to denote his rank. |
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| − | Captain Viscen is the leader of the [[Clock Town]] guards in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]''. The captain and his guards have a more significant role in this game, as they are an independent force that does not serve any royalty. Viscen has a notable influence in the decision-making in the town, although he must ultimately respect [[Mayor Dotour]]'s decisions. He is greatly concerned with the people's safety, and, with the ever-menacing approach of the [[Moon]], tries to have the Mayor order an evacuation of the town.<ref>{{Cite|Most of the townsfolk already have taken shelter without waiting for the Mayor's orders. The only ones left are public servants and committee members... Mr. Mayor and Carnival Committee Members, please order those who remain to evacuate!|Captain Viscen|MM}}</ref> The captain's proposal is met with opposition from the stubborn [[Mutoh]], the head of the Carnival Committee who also has a significant influence in the town.<ref>{{Cite|You cowards! Do you actually believe the moon will fall? The confused townsfolk simply caused a panic by believing this ridiculous, groundless theory. The soldiers couldn't prevent the panic, but outside the town walls is where the danger is! You want answers? The answer is that the carnival should not be canceled!|Mutoh|MM}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|If the soldiers wish to run, then run, Viscen! We councilmen will stick to tradition. This carnival will be a success! I've never heard of a defense unit abandoning its town!|Mutoh|MM}}</ref> Ultimately, the Mayor settles the matter by allowing to have citizens decide for themselves if they want to flee.<ref>{{Cite|This will do. Whether you're stubborn and will stay and guard your family, or if you'd prefer to run far away and seek shelter... That is for people to decide on their own.|Mayor Dotour|MM}}</ref> |
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| − | Captain Russell is the burly leader of the [[Hyrule Castle]] guards in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]''. He can be found at the castle's training room, where he oversees the [[Sword Training|training]] of newer guards. Under the guise of a recruit, Link learns swordfighting from Russell. The captain sees through Link's ruse, but gives him his [[Recruit's Sword|first sword]] regardless.<ref>{{Cite|Some swordsman you are, running around with no sword! There's something fishy about this... Are you really a new recruit? Heh heh heh! Your eyes tell the whole story! All right! Take this one!|Guard Captain Russell|ST}}</ref> |
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| − | [[File:Soldiers.gif|left|Hyrulian Soldier enemies from A Link to the Past]] |
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| − | In ''A Link to the Past'' and ''Four Swords Adventures'', the soldiers of Hyrule are corrupted by [[Agahnim]] and [[Vaati]]'s magic, respectively.<ref>{{Cite|Link, listen carefully. The wizard is magically controlling all the soldiers in the castle.|Princess Zelda|ALTTP}}</ref> Enemy soldiers wield a plethora of weapons, from spears to swords to bows to a [[Ball & Chain Soldier|Ball & Chain]]. In ''A Link to the Past'', a [[sign]] in [[Kakariko Village]] encourages the townsfolk to call for the guards if they see Link, falsely proclaiming that he kidnapped Zelda.<ref>{{Cite|WANTED! This is the criminal who kidnapped Zelda. Call a soldier if you see him!|[[Sign]]|ALTTP}}</ref> When the [[Informant Women]] call for the guards, he must either kill them or flee the village.<ref>{{Cite|Hey!Here is Link, the wanted man! Soldiers! Anyone! Come quickly!|[[Informant Women]]|ALTTP}}</ref> In ''Four Swords Adventures'', groups of soldiers are occasionally led by a much stronger [[Chief Soldier]]. |
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| − | [[File:GoldSoldier.png|left|A friendly, gold-armored soldier]] |
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| − | [[File:BlueCastleGuard.gif|right|Friendly blue soldier seen in the credits]] |
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| − | Friendly soldiers are seen only briefly before being losing their minds to Agahnim's magic.<ref>{{cite|After Agahnim took over, everyone began to act strangely. I suppose it's only a matter of time before I'm affected, too.|Castle Guard|A Link to the Past}}</ref> All friendly soldiers wear golden armor and carry a large shield, but no weapon. During the rainstorm at the beginning of the game, the soldiers prevent Link from straying too far from the castle. They will offer Link helpful advice if he speaks to them.<ref>{{Cite|Us soldiers have been around, kid. You can learn a lot from us.|Soldier|ALTTP}}</ref> Once the soldiers become hostile, the guards with golden armor disappear. Once Agahnim is defeated, the soldiers' curse is broken and they return to normal.<ref>{{cite|If you defeat the wizard, the castle soldiers may regain their senses.|[[Loyal Sage]]|A Link to the Past}}</ref> |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time|Ocarina of Time]]'', they guard [[Hyrule Castle]], [[Hyrule Castle Town|Castle Town]], and [[Kakariko Village]]. The average soldier is warm and welcoming, and may offer helpful advice. However, the Castle Guards tend to be sterner and will stop commoners such as Link from entering the castle.<ref>{{Cite|There's a lot going on in the castle right now. I can't allow even a dog to get into the castle!|Soldier|OOT}}</ref> Link must sneak past them to get into the castle and, ultimately, Zelda's Courtyard. Alternatively, one of the Castle Guards can be bribed into opening the castle doors.<ref name="bribery" /> |
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| − | In Kakariko Village, there is a [[Death Mountain Trail Guard|soldier]] guarding the gate to Death Mountain. He will not open the gate until he sees [[Zelda's Letter]]. This soldier, whose [[Graveyard Boy|son]] asked for the [[Keaton Mask]], will ask Link to buy the mask for him.<ref>{{cite|Have you been to the Happy Mask Shop that just opened in the Hyrule Castle Town Market? Everyone is talking about it! My little boy pesters me for a popular mask, but I don't have time to go there...So, could you go and get the mask for me next time you are in the Market? If you don't feel like it, that's OK, but...Well, I have no choice, this is my job...sigh...|[[Death Mountain Trail Guard]]|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> This begins the [[Mask Trading Sequence]]. There are two other soldiers in Kakariko: one stands at the village entrance while the other stands outside [[Impa's House]]. Self-proclaimed "clock soldiers of Kakariko", they will tell Link the time if he talks to them.<ref>{{Cite|Ding dong, ding dong! I'm a clock soldier of Kakariko!|Clock Soldier|OOT}}</ref> |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'', there are soldiers that guard each exit of [[Clock Town]]. They will not let any children get past them, therefore Link may only pass in [[Goron Link|Goron]] form and [[Zora Link|Zora]] form, or as himself once they notice his sword.<ref>{{cite|It is dangerous outside the town walls, so I cannot allow a child like you to... ...A sword? My apologies, sir. It was wrong of me to treat you like a child.|Guard|Majora's Mask}}</ref> [[Deku Link]] may not exit as he is seen as a child.<ref>{{Cite|Wait a moment, Deku Scrub! [...] It is dangerous outside the town walls, so I cannot allow a child like you to go out alone.|Soldier|MM}}</ref> The guards are mostly unaware of what goes on in the town because they cannot leave their posts,<ref>{{Cite|Wait! I have a question! Do you know whether or not the carnival has been canceled? I'm sorry to stop you, but since I must stay at my post, I'm unable to get any news...|Soldier|MM}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Truthfully speaking, I'd flee from this town in a moment if I could... But since I am stuck guarding this gate, I can't get any information on what's going on...|Soldier|MM}}</ref> unless they receive new orders from [[Captain Viscen]].<ref name="orders">{{Cite|No! No! I must get a hold of myself! I must guard the gate until the captain's orders come...|Soldier|MM}}</ref> The guards of Clock Town are the only corps of soldiers who do not answer to a higher power other than their captain. On the Final Day, Clock Town soldiers are seen gazing worriedly at the approaching moon. Much like their captain, the guards are dismayed by those who choose to stay.<ref>{{Cite|It pains my heart to see children still playing in the streets because they have no idea what's going on...|Soldier|MM}}</ref> They will encourage Link to leave town if he speaks to them.<ref>{{Cite|See! Look at the moon... Leave town before the evacuation notice is made!|Soldier|OOT}}</ref> The guards themselves remain at their posts until the moon falls, awaiting new orders that never come.<ref name="orders" /> |
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| − | The guards in ''Oracle of Ages'' serve [[Queen Ambi]] in the age of the past, where they guard the queen's [[Ambi's Palace|palace]]. They come in three varieties: red, blue, and green. Two guards standing at the palace entrance to prevent Link from entering.<ref>{{Cite|You! You can't come in without permission!|Soldier|OOA}}</ref> These guards disappear after the completion of the [[Mermaid's Cave]], allowing Link to enter the palace to save [[Nayru (Oracle)|Nayru]]. The guards patrolling the courtyard of [[Ambi's Palace]] will throw Link out of the palace if they spot him. However, the guards inside the palace itself will simply attack Link until he leaves the room. The hero can also choose to fight them off; they will flee if hit with several sword strikes. Guards do one heart of damage. |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'', soldiers are possessed once more, this time by [[Vaati]]. They are the most populous foes in the game, and resemble their ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' counterparts greatly. A massive soldier known as [[Chief Soldier]] is powerful enough to serve as the boss of two stages: [[Lake Hylia]] and [[Death Mountain Foothills]]. Like in ''A Link to the Past'', guards are classified by weaponry and they include the [[Soldier (Enemy)#Bow Soldier|archer]], [[Ball & Chain Trooper]], [[Soldier (Enemy)#Bomber|bomber]], and [[Soldier (Enemy)#Sword Soldier|swordsmen]] varieties. |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'', the [[Vassals|vassal guards]] are the diligent servants of [[King Daltus]]. Blue-striped vassals guard [[Hyrule Castle]], while green-striped ones patrol [[Hyrule Castle Town]]. Some can also be found at [[Lon Lon Ranch]] and [[North Hyrule Field]]. When Vaati takes impersonates King Daltus, the vassals, unuspecting, are ordered to search for the [[Light Force]] and not allow anyone into the castle.<ref>{{Cite|It seems the king has commanded all of the guards to search for magic power. Folks say that this "light force" will grant any wish, but I don't buy it...|N/A|TMC}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|The king hasn't made any public appearances lately. |
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| − | In ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess|Twilight Princess]]'', soldiers can be seen patrolling Hyrule Castle Town alone or in groups, walking in single file. They try to look calm and go about their daily routine, even though they have no access to [[Hyrule Castle]].<ref>{{Cite|Though the soldiers look calm and go about their daily routine... Rumor has it that not even soldiers can go deep inside Hyrule Castle...|Telma|TP}}</ref> If Link enters the town as a wolf, the soldiers will surround him but will not attack, trembling and whimpering. If [[Wolf Link]] then performs a [[Spin Attack]], they will run away screaming, often leaving behind rupees or arrows. |
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| − | The poor state of the guard encourages a [["The Group"|group of vigilantes]] to take it upon themselves to restore peace to Hyrule.<ref>{{cite|What hope there is in our kingdom is frail and dying...but there's still a group trying to do what it can. And I'm a member of that group.|Telma|Twilight Princess}}</ref> Their meetings are held in the back room of [[Telma's Bar]]; Telma is particularly disdainful of the Hyrulian guard.<ref>{{Cite|You're far more reliable than the incompetent Hyrulian soldiers.|Telma|TP}}</ref> In a humorous cutscene, a group of soldiers eagerly volunteer to escort Telma, [[Ilia]], and a sickened [[Prince Ralis]] to [[Kakariko Village]].<ref>{{Cite|But we can't turn a blind eye to a pretty girl in need, either. Yes, we'd better escort you! Am I right, boys?!|Soldier|TP}}</ref> However, once Telma mentions the path is infested with monsters, the soldiers quickly disappear.<ref>{{cite|Cowards! Don't ever show your faces here again!|Telma|The Twilight Princess}}</ref> |
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| − | In certain areas of Hyrule Castle, Link can detect the ghostly spirits of deceased soldiers using his wolf senses. The ghosts will guide Link through the castle and help him solve puzzles by pointing to areas of interest. The identity of these soldiers is never revealed, but they are theorized to be the slain soldiers from the Zant's attack on Hyrule Castle. |
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| − | In addition to regular soldiers, part of the guard force in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks|Spirit Tracks]]'' consists of new recruits. Donning the Recruit Uniform he obtained from Zelda, Link pretends to be a recruit, fooling the guards into thinking he is one of them.<ref>{{Cite|All right, please put this on right away. It's a recruit uniform. The guards are starting their patrols, so getting past them won't be easy. But if you wear this, they'll think you're one of them!|Princess Zelda|ST}}</ref> In a modified version of the classic stealth mission, Link must sneak Zelda out of the castle,<ref>{{Cite|These guards are pretty serious, so just pretend to be a new recruit. That way, if they see you, they'll just think you're one of them. But if they see me, I'm sure they'll make a big fuss and won't let me out. So please help me get past the guards without them seeing me, OK?|Princess Zelda|ST}}</ref> engaging the guards in conversation to distract them so Zelda can slip by.<ref>{{Cite|Look! That guard isn't moving. He's just standing in the same place... Why don't you try to distract him somehow, [Link]? I can slip past him when he's looking the other way. . .|Princess Zelda|ST}}</ref> Since the guards see Link as one of their own while he is wearing the uniform, they allow him to pass freely through the castle. |
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| − | Guard training is overseen by Guard Captain Russell in the training hall at the rear of the castle. Here Link learns the art of sword fighting and obtains his first sword.<ref>{{Cite|Good work, Recruit! You've completed all the training exercises! Since you've got the basics down, I'll give you this sword!|[[Guard Captain Russell]]|ST}}</ref> Afterwards, he can return to hone his skills through [[Sword Training]].<ref>{{Cite|Oho! So you've come back, Recruit? Have you been training? Well then, let's have a little training game, shall we?|Guard Captain Russell|ST}}</ref> In this mini-game, Link is pitted against the three soldiers in the training room. In the same vein as [[Orca]]'s sword training in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'', Link must land as many blows on the guards before he receives three. Link is rewarded by Captain Russell in accordance to the number of blows he inflicted.<ref>{{Cite|The rules are simple: hit my three men there as many times as you can! If you hit them enough times, I'll give you something nice.|Guard Captain Russell|ST}}</ref> |
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| − | At the [[Disorientation Station]], Link encounters a guard standing near the opening of a cave at the station.<ref>{{Cite|Hold on a second! Is that...a soldier from Hyrule Castle? What's he doing all the way out here?|Princess Zelda|ST}}</ref> The guard reveals that he and his friend secretly came to the area to search for a [[Treasure#Alchemy Stone|golden treasure]].<ref>{{Cite|See, I came here with my friend to uncover a golden treasure. Oh, uh... I'd appreciate it if you wouldn't spread that to the other soldiers, OK?|Soldier|ST}}</ref> During their search, they stumbled upon a [[Fire Baba|monstrous plant]]; the soldier become frightened and ran away, leaving his friend behind.<ref>{{cite|We got halfway in, but then some big plant monster showed up! I was terrified, so I hightailed it out of there on my own.|Castle Guard|Spirit Tracks}}</ref> The Castle Guard, seeing Link's sword, asks Link to search the cave for him,<ref>{{Cite|Hey, you have a sword. How about doing a bit of recon inside for me? I'm honestly too freaked out to set foot in there...|Soldier|ST}}</ref> giving him a riddle to help him navigate the maze.<ref>{{Cite|This cave is basically one big maze. But there's a riddle that tells you the way to the treasure. |
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| − | From a room that knows no south, follow the rocky trail north and north... There in the north lies the treasure, waiting to be discovered.|Soldier|ST}}</ref> The soldier tells the hero he can keep the treasure if he finds it, as he only wishes to see his friend return safely.<ref>{{Cite|I'll tell you what! You can keep whatever treasure you find. I promise. I just want to see my friend return safely.|Soldier|ST}}</ref> In the cave, Link finds a message engraved in stone written by the soldier's friend, who died in the cave. In his message, the soldier reveals that he planned to take the treasure for himself.<ref>{{Cite|I can't seem to find the way out. I believe I am hopelessly lost. I don't think I have much longer left, so I want to apologize to you. I had originally intended to claim the treasure for myself... Even though you always looked out for me.|Soldier|ST}}</ref> He apologizes for his selfishness and urges his friend to move on.<ref>{{Cite|Just move on with your life and please, think of me every once in a while. You are, were, and will always be my dearest friend.|Soldier|ST}}</ref> After hearing this message from his deceased friend, the soldier promises to live on for his friend's sake, giving Link 100 [[Rupee]]s as a sign of gratitude.<ref>{{Cite|So that is what he was thinking in his last moments... And he wasn't angry at me, even though... This means so much to me. I feel like a great weight's been lifted off my shoulders. I'll live on, for his sake. Thank you for your help. Here, have this.|Soldier|ST}}</ref> |
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| − | * It is implied that the lone soldier in the [[Guard House]] in ''Ocarina of Time'' becomes the [[Poe Collector]] in the future, since he expressed interest in studying ghosts.<ref>{{cite|Man, I am SO tired! The night watch is so boring! I wish some ghosts would come out or something...Hey, I'm really interested in ghosts! Studying them is a hobby of mine, but you never know...the time might come when that kind of knowledge might be useful!|Guard|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> The Poe Collector's shop is also located at the exact same loctation as the Guard House in the future. |
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| − | * In the non-canon [[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (comic)|''Ocarina of Time'' comic]], [[Link's Father]] is one of the Hylian soldiers who dies in the [[Hyrulean Civil War]]. |
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| − | *According to the official ''Ocarina of Time'' Nintendo Player's Guide, the amount of guards patrolling Hyrule Castle was increased tenfold because of a prank pulled by some townsfolk.<ref>{{Cite book|quote=Unfortunately, because of a foolish prank pulled by some townsfolk, security around the castle was increased tenfold.|book= The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Official Nintendo Player's Guide|publisher= [[Nintendo Power]]|page=36}}</ref> |
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| − | * It is said that the [[Stalchild]]ren of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask|Majora's Mask]]'' were the cursed soldiers of [[Ikana Kingdom|Ikana]].<ref>{{Cite|It's a Stalchild. They were the cursed soldiers of the Kingdom of Ikana...|[[Tatl]]|MM}}</ref> [[Captain Keeta|Skull Keeta]] was their captain.<ref>{{Cite|I commanded the Ikana Army of Ikana Kingdom atop the hill. I am called Skull Keeta.|[[Captain Keeta]]|MM}}</ref> |
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| − | *One of the new recruits finds the [[Tunic#Recruit Uniform|Recruit Uniform]] to be goofy.<ref>{{Cite|I hope I get promoted soon. I'm tired of wearing this goofy recruit uniform.|Recruit|ST}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 21:31, 4 February 2012
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The Fire Temple (also known as the Mountain Temple) is a dungeon in Spirit Tracks. The dungeon’s main item is the Bow and its boss is Cragma.
Entrance to the Temple
The Fire Temple is located at the summit of the mountain in the Fire Realm. Link has to meet with Embrose to play the Song of Fire Restoration and open the way to the dungeon. The area where the temple lies is guarded by three Snurglars, all of which hold three keys that will open the entrance to the temple once retrieved by Link.
Link crossing one of the first obstacles.
Many of the puzzles in the temple involve platforms that can be used to stand atop small volcanoes, and Arrow Orbs that redirect the trajectory of an arrow. In a similar way to the Cave of Flames in The Minish Cap, the Fire Temple houses minecarts that help Link move from a point to another quickly. The dungeon item is a Bow, which is obtained after defeating a Heatoise. Cragma is the boss of the Fire Temple. After he is defeated, the Spirit Tracks connecting the Fire Realm to the Tower of Spirits are restored.
In both this temple and the following one, the background music is different from the usual dungeon theme heard in the first three temples.
Enemies
Trivia
- The name in the UK version of Spirit Tracks, "Mountain Temple", may provide an explanation for why the rabbits in the fire realm are called mountain rabbits and not "fire" rabbits.
Gallery
The true height of the Fire Temple in Spirit Tracks, shown with black space to represent the spacing of the two Nintendo DS screens.
The Force Gem of the Fire Temple in Spirit Tracks
