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:''Not to be confused with the [[Wingcrest]]''.
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[[File:Hylian Symbol.png|right|250px|The Hylian symbol.]]
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'''The Hylian Crest'''<ref>{{cite|A shield with a Hylian crest. Defend against attacks with [Z]. It's metal and will never burn.|[[Hylian Shield]] item description|TP}}</ref> is one of the two stylised successors of the [[Goddess Crest]] used within the same land during the [[Zelda Timeline#The Era of the Goddess Hylia|Era of the Goddess Hylia]], the other being the [[Wingcrest]] used to represent the [[Royal Family of Hyrule]].
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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}}.


It is a common depiction of an [[Loftwing|archaic bird]], usually beneath the [[Triforce]]. It can be seen on the [[Hylian Shield]] and in buildings such as [[Hyrule Castle]] and [[Temple of Time]]. This crest is mostly used to represent [[Hyrule]] and the [[Hylian]] race as a whole.
==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:Hylianshield.png|right|70px|The Hylian crest on the Hylian Shield]]
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>
[[File:Red Shield.png|left|100px|A winged figure on the [[Red Shield]]]]
The depiction of a winged figure below the Triforce first appears in {{ALttP}}, where the design of Link's [[shield]] features an avian design below the Triforce. Another avian figure guards the doorway of the [[Sanctuary (A Link to the Past)|Sanctuary]] as well. A similar winged figure can also be seen on the [[Hero's Shield]] in {{TWW}}.


The familiar red avian crest first appears 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|OoT}}</ref> it is possible that the bird or dragon may symbolize devotion to the Royal Family or to the Hylian people. The winged figure also seems to grasp a piece of the Triforce in its talons or claws, perhaps signifying dedication to the protection of the [[Sacred Realm]] or the realm of Hyrule. This same design appears on many versions of [[Princess Zelda]]'s dress.
==={{TWW|-}}===
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}}.


In {{SS}}, the origin of the Hylian Crest is revealed; the outline originally coming from the [[Goddess Crest]], and the common red coloring being derived from the [[Crimson Loftwing]].
==={{TP|-}}===
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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}}.
 
==={{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==
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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==
==See Also==
*[[Royal Crest]]
*[[Royal Crest]]
*[[Goddess 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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