Rauru
- This article is about the character from Ocarina of Time. For the town in The Adventure of Link that goes by the same name, see Rauru (Town).
Template:Character Rauru is an ancient Hylian and the Sage of Light in Ocarina of Time. He is one of the ancient Sages and possibly the only remaining one.[1] He lived in the Temple of Light, located in the Sacred Realm, for many centuries guarding the Triforce.[2]
Appearances
Ocarina of Time
Link met Rauru after opening the Door of Time and drawing the Master Sword from the Pedestal of Time. Rauru recognized Link as the destined hero and kept him with him in the Sacred Realm for seven years so that in the safety of the Light Temple, he would become old enough to actually assume the role of hero. Rauru spoke with Link for the first time after those seven years, informing him of what had happened and what he was supposed to do as the hero.[2][3] After instructing him to awaken the other Sages, Rauru gave him the Light Medallion.[4]
Rauru contacted Link again when he had freed the other five Sages. He told Link to meet "someone" waiting at the Temple of Time before facing Ganondorf.[5] This person turned out to be none other than the seventh Sage, Princess Zelda. Unfortunately, by revealing herself to Link, Ganondorf also was finally able to find her. Rauru then instructed Link to save Zelda and told him that he and the other Sages would aid him by providing entrance to Ganon's Castle.[6] When Link defeated Ganon, Rauru led the other Sages when they used their powers to seal away Ganondorf.[7]
Unlike the other Sages, Rauru was not seen at the ending of Ocarina of Time, possibly indicating that he stayed in the Light Temple.
The Wind Waker
Rauru did not appear in The Wind Waker, although one of the stained glass windows in Hyrule Castle's basement depicted him.
Kaepora Gaebora
It is believed by some that Kaepora Gaebora is the physical manifestation of Rauru outside of the Sacred Realm, which he uses to travel Hyrule, not unlike the way The King of Red Lions does. One argument for this theory is that a Gossip Stone refers to Kaepora Gaebora as "the reincarnation of an ancient Sage".[8] Some also consider the quote of another Gossip Stone that Kaepora Gaebora's "character is rather lighthearted", a reference to Rauru's position as the Sage of Light.[9] However, Kaepora Gaebora himself has a quote that seems to contradict this theory. During the future part of Ocarina of Time, he can only be seen once, and at that time, remarks that he "thought that the tales of a boy who could travel back and forth through time were merely a legend".[10] If Kaepora Gaebora and Rauru really were one and same, Kaepora Gaebora should know that Link can travel though time. Although this could be an ancient prophecy which Rauru did not believe and he was merely expressing his surprise that it turned out to be true. In addition, a figure that bears resemblance to Rauru in Skyward Sword is named Gæpora, a name that bears resemblance to Gæbora.
Some speculate that sages are able to 'pass on' their power and title as a sage. Proof of this is implied when Makar, as a Korok, became the next Wind Sage, when the former Wind Sage was Fado, a Kokiri. Also, the quote above might hint that a former Sage of Light was Kaepora, but over time, he gave his title and ability to Rauru. How one becomes a sage is unknown.
Trivia
- Rauru, aside from the seventh sage, is the only Hylian Sage in Ocarina of Time. This causes speculation that each sage is chosen from a race to represent an element. Considering that Rauru is the Sage of Light, this may most likely be a way to connect the Hylian race to the element of light.
- Rauru, like several other characters from Ocarina of Time, inspired a town featured in The Adventure of Link to be named after him (that is the in-universe explanation anyway, in fact it was his name that was reused by the Zelda team from a town in the previous game).
- Rauru's role is similar to that of the unnamed sage from The Adventure of Link, in that he is a guardian of the Triforce.
- King Daphnes Nohansen Hyrule is similar to Rauru both in appearance and in the fact that he is a wise man who aids Link in his quest. Additionally, both of them seem to have traits that seem to imply that they may be spirits who give Link guidance from beyond the grave.
- The character Auru from Twilight Princess seems to be a reference to Rauru.
 Names in Other Regions 
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- ↑ I am Rauru, one of the ancient Sages... Ages ago, we ancient Sages built the Temple of Time to protect the entrance to the Sacred Realm... This is the Chamber of Sages, inside the Temple of Light... The Temple of Light, situated in the very center of the Sacred Realm, is the last stronghold against Ganondorf's evil forces. The Master Sword--the evil-destroying sword that you pulled out of the Pedestal of Time--was the final key to the Sacred Realm. Link... Don't be alarmed... Look at yourself...! - Rauru (Ocarina of Time).
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 But, remember... Though you opened the Door of Time in the name of peace... Ganondorf, the Gerudo King of Thieves, used it to enter this forbidden Sacred Realm! He obtained the Triforce from the Temple of Light, and with its power, he became the King of Evil... His evil power radiated from the temples of Hyrule, and in seven short years, it transformed Hyrule into a world of monsters. My power now has only little influence, even in this Sacred Realm... Namely, this Chamber of Sages. But there is still hope... The power of the Sages remains. When the power of all the Sages is awakened... The Sages' Seals will contain all the evil power in the void of the Realm... I, Rauru, am one of the Sages... And... Your power to fight together with the Sages makes you the Hero of Time! The Hero of Time, chosen by the Master Sword! Keep my spirit with you... And, find the power of the other Sages and add their might to your own! - Rauru (Ocarina of Time).
- ↑ The Master Sword is a sacred blade which evil ones may never touch.... Only one worthy of the title of "Hero of Time" can pull it from the Pedestal of Time.... However, you were too young to be the Hero of Time.... Therefore, your spirit was sealed here for seven years. And now that you are old enough, the time has come for you to awaken as the Hero of Time! Well, do you understand your destiny? - Rauru (Ocarina of Time).
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- ↑ Link...can you hear me? It's Rauru, the Sage. We six will gather our power to create a bridge to the castle where Ganondorf dwells... The castle's keep, which is known as Ganon's Tower, is protected by six evil barriers. Bring down the six barriers and save Princess Zelda!! - Rauru (Ocarina of Time).
- ↑ Ancient Creators of Hyrule! Now, open the sealed door and send the Evil Incarnation of Darkness into the void of the Evil Realm!! - Rauru (Ocarina of Time).
- ↑ They say that the owl named Kaepora Gaebora is the reincarnation of an ancient Sage. - Gossip Stone (Ocarina of Time).
- ↑ They say that strange owl, Kaepora Gaebora, may look big and heavy, but its character is rather lighthearted. - Gossip Stone (Ocarina of Time).
- ↑ Hey, what's up, Link? Surprised to see me? A long time in this world is almost nothing to you, is it? How mysterious! Even I thought that the tales of a theboy who could travel back and forth through time was merely a legend. Link, you have fully matured as an adult. - Kaepora Gaebora (Ocarina of Time).