Hyrule Historia Timeline - Revision history

ZoeySaurusRawr at 00:55, 10 January 2024

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	~~\| style="width: 50%; border: none; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"\|~~ The "Hyrule Historia" timeline is a crucial component of the expansive "The Legend of Zelda" series lore. Published in 2011 by Nintendo and Dark Horse Books, "Hyrule Historia" offers fans an official chronology that attempts to piece together the convoluted timeline of the Zelda universe. While it provided much-needed clarity to the series' overarching narrative, it also sparked considerable controversy within the fan community.
			The "Hyrule Historia" timeline is a crucial component of the expansive "The Legend of Zelda" series lore. Published in 2011 by Nintendo and Dark Horse Books, "Hyrule Historia" offers fans an official chronology that attempts to piece together the convoluted timeline of the Zelda universe. While it provided much-needed clarity to the series' overarching narrative, it also sparked considerable controversy within the fan community.
	While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.		While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.

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	While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.		While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.

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ZoeySaurusRawr at 03:07, 9 January 2024

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	\| style="width: 50%; border: none; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"\| The "Hyrule Historia" timeline is a crucial component of the expansive "The Legend of Zelda" series lore. Published in 2011 by Nintendo and Dark Horse Books, "Hyrule Historia" offers fans an official chronology that attempts to piece together the convoluted timeline of the Zelda universe. While it provided much-needed clarity to the series' overarching narrative, it also sparked considerable controversy within the fan community.		\| style="width: 50%; border: none; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"\| The "Hyrule Historia" timeline is a crucial component of the expansive "The Legend of Zelda" series lore. Published in 2011 by Nintendo and Dark Horse Books, "Hyrule Historia" offers fans an official chronology that attempts to piece together the convoluted timeline of the Zelda universe. While it provided much-needed clarity to the series' overarching narrative, it also sparked considerable controversy within the fan community.
	While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.		While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.
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	While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.		While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.

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ZoeySaurusRawr at 03:06, 9 January 2024

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	While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.		While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.

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ZoeySaurusRawr at 03:06, 9 January 2024

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	\| style="width: 50%; border: none; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"\| The "Hyrule Historia" timeline is a crucial component of the expansive "The Legend of Zelda" series lore. Published in 2011 by Nintendo and Dark Horse Books, "Hyrule Historia" offers fans an official chronology that attempts to piece together the convoluted timeline of the Zelda universe. While it provided much-needed clarity to the series' overarching narrative, it also sparked considerable controversy within the fan community.		\| style="width: 50%; border: none; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"\| The "Hyrule Historia" timeline is a crucial component of the expansive "The Legend of Zelda" series lore. Published in 2011 by Nintendo and Dark Horse Books, "Hyrule Historia" offers fans an official chronology that attempts to piece together the convoluted timeline of the Zelda universe. While it provided much-needed clarity to the series' overarching narrative, it also sparked considerable controversy within the fan community.
	While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.		While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.

ZoeySaurusRawr at 20:23, 8 January 2024

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ZoeySaurusRawr at 18:23, 8 January 2024

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	The complexity of the timeline and the series' frequent use of retcons (retroactive continuity changes) have frustrated some fans. These alterations to the lore sometimes seem contradictory and have led to debates regarding the consistency of the overall narrative.		The complexity of the timeline and the series' frequent use of retcons (retroactive continuity changes) have frustrated some fans. These alterations to the lore sometimes seem contradictory and have led to debates regarding the consistency of the overall narrative.

			=== Conclusion ===

			While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.

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| style="width: 50%; border: none; vertical-align: top; text-align: left;"| The "Hyrule Historia" timeline is a crucial component of the expansive "The Legend of Zelda" series lore. Published in 2011 by Nintendo and Dark Horse Books, "Hyrule Historia" offers fans an official chronology that attempts to piece together the convoluted timeline of the Zelda universe. While it provided much-needed clarity to the series' overarching narrative, it also sparked considerable controversy within the fan community.
While the "Hyrule Historia" timeline provided fans with valuable insights into the chronological order of events in "The Legend of Zelda" series, its canonical status and some of its placements remain points of contention among the fanbase. Nevertheless, it remains a fascinating and central aspect of the series, sparking ongoing discussions and deepening the appreciation of the rich, interconnected world of Hyrule.

== The Three Timelines ==

The "Hyrule Historia" timeline divides the Zelda series into three separate but parallel timelines that branch from the pivotal event in "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time." These timelines are known as the Decline, Child, and Adult timelines.

=== Decline Timeline ===

This timeline follows the defeat of Link in "Ocarina of Time" by Ganon. As a result, Hyrule falls into a state of decline, leading to games such as "A Link to the Past," "Link's Awakening," and "A Link Between Worlds." It explores the consequences of Link's failure and the struggle to restore peace.

=== Child Timeline ===

In this timeline, Link is sent back to his original time following his victory over Ganon in "Ocarina of Time." It leads to games like "Majora's Mask," "Twilight Princess," and "Four Swords Adventures," where Link and Zelda continue their adventures in a world without Ganon's rule.

=== Adult Timeline ===

After Link defeats Ganon in "Ocarina of Time," he departs, and Princess Zelda sends him back to his childhood. This timeline features games like "The Wind Waker," "Phantom Hourglass," and "Spirit Tracks," where Hyrule is submerged beneath the Great Sea, and a new land emerges.

== Controversies ==

=== Canonical Disagreements ===

One of the primary reasons for the controversy surrounding the "Hyrule Historia" timeline is the debate over its canonical status. Fans argue whether it should be considered as the definitive timeline or merely a reference guide created for fans. Some believe that the timeline was constructed retroactively to appease fans, rather than being a core component of the series' storytelling.

=== Timeline Placement ===

The placement of certain games within the timeline has also generated heated discussions. Games like "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" were initially deemed to be outside the established timelines due to their unique lore and setting, creating confusion among fans.

=== Complexity and Retcons ===

The complexity of the timeline and the series' frequent use of retcons (retroactive continuity changes) have frustrated some fans. These alterations to the lore sometimes seem contradictory and have led to debates regarding the consistency of the overall narrative.

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