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[[File:Hylian Symbol.png|right|100px|The Hylian symbol.]]
:''Not to be confused with the {{Term|Series|Wingcrest|link}}''.
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The {{Term/Store|Hylian Crest|Hylian Crests|Series, TP, TPHD}} is a recurring symbol in {{TLoZ|Series}}.<ref>{{Cite|A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn.|Inventory|TP}}</ref>{{Name Ref|OoT, ST, SS, ALBW, BotW}} It is the mark of the Goddess {{Term|Series|Hylia|link}} and a crest of the {{Term|Series|Royal Family of Hyrule|link}}.<ref name="Mark of Hylia">{{Cite Book|quote=|book= E |publisher= |page= 84}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|{{Romanize|ハイラル王家の紋章が刻まれた盾[L]で構えて防御鋼鉄製なので炎に触れてもなくならない|Hairaru ōke no monshō ga kizama reta tate [L] de kamaete bōgyo kōtetsu-seinanode honō ni furete mo nakunaranai|Shield with the crest of the Hyrulean Royal Family. Hold with [L] to defend. It’s made of steel, so it’s not lost even if you touch flames.|2}}|Inventory|TP|Japanese version}}</ref> The {{Term|Series|Hylian Crest}} is commonly used on {{Term|Series|Hylian|link}} weapons, armour, and architecture; most notably it appears on the {{Term|Series|Hylian Shield|link}}, where it represents the {{Term|SS|Crimson Loftwing|link}} that was ridden by {{Term|SS|Link|link|display=the hero}} during the {{Term|Series|Sky Era|link}}.<ref name="Mark of Hylia"/> It is similar to the {{Term|Series|Royal Crest|link|display=Wingcrest}} of the {{Term|Series|Hyrulean Royal Family}}, both being derived from the {{Term|Series|Goddess Crest|link}} used in the ancient {{Term|Series|Era of Hylia|link}}.


'''The Hylian Crest''' is a common engraving or depiction of an archaic bird , usually beneath the [[Triforce]], and can be seen on the [[Hylian Shield]], around [[Hyrule Castle]], and at the [[Temple of Time]]. A variation of the crest with a Triforce in the place of the bird's head is commonly used to represent the [[Royal Family of Hyrule]]. The bird crest has also been used to represent the [[Hylian]] race as a whole, as it is the crest over [[Rauru]]'s stained-glass window in {{TWW}}.
==Overview==
==={{ALttP|-}}===
[[File:ALttP Red Shield Artwork.png|left|thumb|100px|A winged figure on the {{Term|ALttP|Red Shield}}]]
Depictions of avian figures similar to the {{Term|ALttP|Hylian Crest}} appeared in {{ALttP}}, where artwork of the {{Term|BotW|Small_Shield#A_Link_to_the_Past|link|display=Fighter's Shield}} and {{Term|ALttP|Red Shield|link}} both show a stylized bird below the {{Term|ALttP|Triforce|link}}. Another winged figure is shown above the doorway of the {{Term|ALttP|Sanctuary|link}}.
[[File:OoT Hylian Shield Render.png|thumb|125px|The {{Term|OoT|Hylian Shield}} as it appears in {{OoT|-}}, with a {{Term|OoT|Hylian Crest}} in red]]


==Appearances==
==={{OoT|-}}===
[[File:Crest of Hyrule.png|thumb|right|The crest of the Hyrulean Royal Family]]
The current design of the {{Term|OoT|Hylian Crest}} first appears in {{OoT}}, shown in multiple locations within the game. The {{Term|OoT|Hylian Shield}} of the {{Term|OoT|Knights of Hyrule}} has the {{Term|OoT|Hylian Crest|display=Crest}} with the {{Term|OoT|Triforce}} above it and an inverted triangle below it.<ref name="Mark of Hylia"/> The clothing and jewelry worn by {{Term|OoT|Princess Zelda|link}} has designs including the {{Term|OoT|Hylian Crest}} with other symbols such as the {{Term|OoT|Triforce}} and the {{Term|OoT|Sheikah Eye|link}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=|book=A&A|publisher=|page=164, 165}}</ref>
The depiction of a winged figure below the Triforce first appeared in {{ALTTP}}, where the design of Link's [[shield]] featured a birdlike design below the Triforce. Another birdlike figure guarded the doorway of the [[Sanctuary]] as well. A similar winged figure also appeared on the [[Hero's Shield]] in {{TWW}}.
[[File:Red Shield.png|left|100px|A winged figure on the [[Red Shield]]]]
The familiar red bird crest first appeared in {{OOT}}, on the [[Hylian Shield]]. As the shield was used by the [[Knights of Hyrule]],<ref>{{cite|This is a big, heavy shield just like the ones Hylian Knights use. It can stand up to flame attacks!|Bazaar owner|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> it is possible that the bird may symbolize devotion to the Royal Family or to the Hylian people. The bird also seems to grasp a piece of the Triforce in its talons, perhaps signifying dedication to the protection of the [[Sacred Realm]] or the realm of Hyrule. This same design appears on young [[Princess Zelda]]'s dress. A design resembling the Royal crest also appears on her dress as an adult, and at [[Hyrule Castle]].


By {{TWW}}, the crest was over the gates of [[Hyrule Castle]] and used in Rauru's stained-glass window. This crest was also prevalent in {{TP}}, appearing at Hyrule Castle and on the uniforms of the [[Castle Guard]]s.
==={{TWW|-}}===
[[File:Hylianshield.png|right|70px|The Hylian crest on the Hylian Shield]]
In {{TWW}} the {{Term|TWW|Hylian Crest}} can be seen in the background of [[:File:TWW Portrait.jpg|a painting]] in {{Term|TWW|Hyrule Castle#The Wind Waker|link|display=Hyrule Castle}}.
A variation of this crest appears in {{ST}}, but substituting an upside-down triangle for the Triforce in its design. It is visible on the front of the Spirit Train as well as on [[Anjean]]. This modified crest appears to be the national symbol of the New [[Hyrule]], to distinguish it from the ancient one destroyed during the [[Great Flood]].
==Possible Candidates==
{{Theory}}
===Kaepora Gaebora===
[[File:RauruTWW.png|thumb|right|The Hylian crest over Rauru's stained glass window.]]
It has been argued that the bird symbol is a representation of [[Kaepora Gaebora]]. This owl is said to be the reincarnation of an ancient sage,<ref>{{cite|They say that the owl named Kaepora Gaebora is the reincarnation of an ancient Sage.|Gossip Stone|Ocarina of Time}}</ref> who some theorize to be Rauru, the [[Sage]] of Light from {{OOT}}. This is supported by the fact that Rauru's stained glass window in {{TWW}} has the Hylian Crest over it.


===Oocca===
==={{TP|-}}===
Another plausible inspiration for the Hylian Crest is the [[Oocca]] tribe. This tribe was said to have helped create Hyrulean civilization in ancient times,<ref name=Shad>{{cite|The common opinion is that Hyrule was created by the Hylia people, the race closest to the gods, but…truth be told, there's also a theory saying that in ancient times there was a race even closer to the gods than the Hylia people, and THEY created it. And they, simultaneously with the birth of the Hylia people, created a new capital, a capital that floated in the heavens.|Shad|Twilight Princess}}</ref> and are said to be the closest race to the gods.<ref name=Shad/> The bird symbol on the Hylian Crest may have been used because of the influence that the tribe wielded over Hyrule in ancient times. It is said that the Royal Family once maintained contact with the Oocca,<ref>{{cite|Among the legends of my clan, there is a story from the time when the Oocca still maintained contact with the royal family.|Impaz|Twilight Princess}}</ref> and thus the bird symbol may have been chosen to honor the tribe.
Within {{TP}}, the {{Term|TP|Hylian Crest}} is displayed on the {{Term|TP|Hylian Shield}}, on {{Term|TP|Zelda|display=Zelda}}'s dress, and on suits of armour in {{Term|TP|Hyrule Castle (Dungeon)|link|display=Hyrule Castle}}.
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[[Category: Objects]]
==={{ST|-}}===
In {{ST}}, when {{Term|ST|Princess Zelda}}'s spirit assumes control of a {{Term|ST|Phantom|link}}, a glowing pink {{Term|Series|Hylian Crest}} appears on its back.
 
==={{SS|-}}===
The {{Term|SS|Hylian Crest}} is in multiple locations in {{SS}}, including on the {{Term|SS|Hylian Shield}}, in the {{Term|SS|Temple of Time|link}}, and on an awakened {{Term|SS|Gate of Time|link}}. The Hylian Crest also appears on the game's logo. {{SS|-}} also features its likely precursor, the {{Term|SS|Goddess Crest}}.
 
==={{ALBW|-}}===
In {{ALBW}} the {{Term|ALBW|Hylian Crest|display=Crest}} is shown on the {{Term|ALBW|Hylian Shield}}.<ref name="Mark of Hylia"/>
[[File:BotW Royal Guard Set Concept Artwork.png|thumb|x150px|The {{Term|BotW|Royal Guard Set}} from {{BotW}} includes multiple {{Plural|BotW|Hylian Crest}}]]
 
==={{BotW|-}}===
The {{Term|BotW|Hylian Crest}} is in many locations in {{BotW}}. It is displayed throughout {{Term|BotW|Hyrule Castle (Dungeon)|link|display=Hyrule Castle}} on banners, in sculptures, on the floor of the {{Term|BotW|Sanctum|link}}, among other locations.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=|book=CaC|publisher=|page=231–253}}</ref> The {{Term|BotW|Hylian Crest|display=Crest}} is displayed on {{Plural|BotW|Weapon|link}}, {{Plural|BotW|Shield|link}}, and {{Term|BotW|Armor|link}} used by {{Term|Series|Hyrule#Military|link|display=Hyrule's Military}}, such as the {{Term|BotW|Hylian Shield}}, {{Term|BotW|Royal Guard's Series|link}}, {{Term|BotW|Royal Guard Set|Set}}, the {{Term|BotW|Soldier's Set|link}}, and the {{Term|BotW|Knight's Shield|link}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=|book=CaC|publisher=|page=168, 184, 190}}</ref>
 
==Nomenclature==
{{Nomenclature}}
 
==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:SS Crimson Loftwing Artwork.png|The {{Term|SS|Hylian Crest}} depicts a stylised image of the {{Term|SS|Crimson Loftwing|link}}
File:OoT Adult Zelda Artwork.png|{{Term|OoT|Princess Zelda|display=Zelda}}'s dress and necklace as an adult in {{OoT}} display the {{Term|OoT|Hylian Crest}}
File:TPHD Hylian Shield Artwork.png|The {{Term|TP|Hylian Crest}} on the {{Term|TP|Hylian Shield}} from {{TP|-}}
File:ST Phantom Zelda Back Model.png|The back of {{Term|ST|Phantom Zelda}}, showing a glowing {{Term|ST|Hylian Crest}}
File:SS Hylian Shield Artwork.png|The {{Term|SS|Hylian Crest}} on the {{Term|SS|Hylian Shield}} from {{SS|-}}
File:GateofTime1.png|The {{Term|SS|Hylian Crest}} on the {{Term|SS|Gate of Time}} from {{SS|-}}
File:SS Lanayru Desert.png|The {{Term|SS|Hylian Crest}} in the [[Lanayru Desert]] from {{SS|-}}
File:ALBW Hylian Shield Render.png|The {{Term|ALBW|Hylian Crest}} on the {{Term|ALBW|Hylian Shield}} from {{ALBW|-}}
File:BotW Hylian Shield Model.png|The {{Term|BotW|Hylian Crest}} on the {{Term|BotW|Hylian Shield}} from {{BotW|-}}
</gallery>
 
==See Also==
*[[Royal Crest]]
*[[Goddess Crest]]
*[[Spirit of Good#Symbol of the Spirits|Symbol of the Spirits]]
 
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Latest revision as of 21:56, 26 April 2024

Not to be confused with the Royal Crest.

The Hylian Crest is a recurring symbol in The Legend of Zelda series.[1][name references needed] It is the mark of the Goddess Hylia and a crest of the Royal Family of Hyrule.[2][3] The Hylian Crest is commonly used on Hylian weapons, armour, and architecture; most notably it appears on the Hylian Shield, where it represents the Crimson Loftwing that was ridden by the hero during the Sky Era.[2] It is similar to the Wingcrest of the Hyrulean Royal Family, both being derived from the Goddess Crest used in the ancient Era of Hylia.

Overview

A Link to the Past

A winged figure on the Red Shield

Depictions of avian figures similar to the Hylian Crest appeared in A Link to the Past, where artwork of the Fighter's Shield and Red Shield both show a stylized bird below the Triforce. Another winged figure is shown above the doorway of the Sanctuary.

The Hylian Shield as it appears in Ocarina of Time, with a Hylian Crest in red

Ocarina of Time

The current design of the Hylian Crest first appears in Ocarina of Time, shown in multiple locations within the game. The Hylian Shield of the Knights of Hyrule has the Crest with the Triforce above it and an inverted triangle below it.[2] The clothing and jewelry worn by Princess Zelda has designs including the Hylian Crest with other symbols such as the Triforce and the Crest of the Sheikah.[4]

The Wind Waker

In The Wind Waker the Hylian Crest can be seen in the background of a painting in Hyrule Castle.

Twilight Princess

Within Twilight Princess, the Hylian Crest is displayed on the Hylian Shield, on Zelda's dress, and on suits of armour in Hyrule Castle.

Spirit Tracks

In Spirit Tracks, when Princess Zelda's spirit assumes control of a Phantom, a glowing pink Hylian Crest appears on its back.

Skyward Sword

The Hylian Crest is in multiple locations in Skyward Sword, including on the Hylian Shield, in the Temple of Time, and on an awakened Gate of Time. The Hylian Crest also appears on the game's logo. Skyward Sword also features its likely precursor, the Goddess Crest.

A Link Between Worlds

In A Link Between Worlds the Crest is shown on the Hylian Shield.[2]

The Royal Guard Set from Breath of the Wild includes multiple Hylian Crests

Breath of the Wild

The Hylian Crest is in many locations in Breath of the Wild. It is displayed throughout Hyrule Castle on banners, in sculptures, on the floor of the Sanctum, among other locations.[5] The Crest is displayed on Weapons, Shields, and Armor used by Hyrule's Military, such as the Hylian Shield, Royal Guard's Series, Royal Guard Set, the Soldier's Set, and the Knight's Shield.[6]

Nomenclature

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Gallery

  • The Hylian Crest depicts a stylised image of the Crimson Loftwing

    The Hylian Crest depicts a stylised image of the Crimson Loftwing

  • Zelda's dress and necklace as an adult in Ocarina of Time display the Hylian Crest

    Zelda's dress and necklace as an adult in Ocarina of Time display the Hylian Crest

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Twilight Princess

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Twilight Princess

  • The back of Phantom Zelda, showing a glowing Hylian Crest

    The back of Phantom Zelda, showing a glowing Hylian Crest

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Skyward Sword

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Skyward Sword

  • The Hylian Crest on the Gate of Time from Skyward Sword

    The Hylian Crest on the Gate of Time from Skyward Sword

  • The Hylian Crest in the Lanayru Desert from Skyward Sword

    The Hylian Crest in the Lanayru Desert from Skyward Sword

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from A Link Between Worlds

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from A Link Between Worlds

  • The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Breath of the Wild

    The Hylian Crest on the Hylian Shield from Breath of the Wild

See Also

References

  1. ↑ "A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn." — Item Screen (Twilight Princess)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 84
  3. ↑ "ハイラル王家の紋章が刻まれた盾[L]で構えて防御鋼鉄製なので炎に触れてもなくならない (Shield with the crest of the Hyrulean Royal Family. Hold with [L] to defend. It’s made of steel, so it’s not lost even if you touch flames.)" — Item Screen (Twilight Princess, Japanese version)
  4. ↑ Art & Artifacts, Dark Horse Books, pg. 164, 165
  5. ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 231–253
  6. ↑ Creating a Champion, Dark Horse Books, pg. 168, 184, 190
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