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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword | Wii | Nintendo | Games
This is where it all begins…
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for Wii is an adventure 25 years in the making - watch how you can wield the weapons of a legendary hero like never before!In shops 18th November 2011
Limited Edition
Get the game, the Zelda music CD and a gold-coloured Wii Remote Plus controller bearing the Hylian Crest while stocks last!
Special Edition
Your copy of the game includes the orchestral Zelda music CD!
Skyloft
Link and Zelda
Skyloft - an island in the sky blessed by the Goddess.
Link, a student at the Knight Academy, is about to participate in a special ceremony that tests the bond between the majestic Loftwing birds and the people of Skyloft. Success will see Link become a Knight and earn him a gift from his childhood friend, Zelda, who is also taking part in the ceremony by playing the role of the Goddess. And so their destiny begins...
Loftwings
"The people in Skyloft have their own individual guardian birds, known as Loftwings.
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Dive from a ledge above the clouds and whistle to call your Loftwing - then prepare to soar through the sky on its back!
Groose and his Sidekicks
Groose, who is Link's classmate at the Knight Academy, always appears with his two accomplices and treats Link as his ultimate rival.
In actual fact, it's Groose's feelings towards Zelda that make Link a rival in his mind, as Link and Zelda enjoy a close friendship. Groose will be taking part in the Loftwing ceremony along with Link and Zelda, and it seems like he might have something up his sleeve...
Sword and Shield
There is a Sparring Hall next to the Knight Academy. Here, you can learn the finer points of swordplay from the Knight Commander.
Swing the Wii Remote Plus vertically, sideways, and diagonally and Link's sword will mirror your motions. You can also thrust the sword forward by doing the same with the Wii Remote Plus. Move the Nunchuk as your shield - time it right, and you can even deflect incoming attacks!
Bazaar
In the Bazaar, located in the centre of Skyloft, there are various stores which help you through your adventure. You can buy items from the Gear Shop, repair your possessions and upgrade weapons at the Scrap Shop, or store items at the Item Check. You could even ask the fortune-teller to reveal something of what lies on the path ahead!
"Fi - A Link to the Land Below… "
One night, Link wakes up and sees the spirit which dwells in the sacred sword, Fi, appear before him. Fi reveals to Link the great destiny that lies before him.
With the guidance and support of Fi, Link sets out for the land below Skyloft in search of Zelda.
Upgrading Items
Gondo runs a Scrap Shop in the Bazaar, where you can use treasure found in the land below to upgrade your shield and other items.
Clean Cut
"Not far from Skyloft is a small island where you can play a minigame called 'Clean Cut'.
The aim of the game is to cut a long bamboo stick into as many pieces as possible. It's a real test of your swordsmanship skills!"
Faron Woods
Faron Woods
After leaving Skyloft, the first place you will lead Link to is Faron Woods, a realm populated by wild forests and lively inhabitants.
Swing on the foliage to reach new heights, tackle steep slopes and aim at objects with the Slingshot. The wilds of Faron Woods are full of challenges!
Battle Enemies
Faron Woods is home to monsters, and of all the different kinds you can encounter, Bokoblin are the worst.
They don’t just attack you in large groups, but also block your attacks using their own weapons. The key to defeating these monsters is to watch where they are blocking and attack as soon as you glimpse an opening.
Kikwis
The Kikwis live in Faron Woods, and are an intelligent race capable of communicating with Link. They're also quite cowardly, however, and at the first sign of danger they will use the lump on their backs to camouflage themselves among the vegetation.
As they live in the forest, they might have an idea where Zelda is...
Look For Zelda by Dowsing
Team up with Fi and use dowsing to lead you towards objects you are searching for. Point Link's sword at different parts of the environment and listen for sound clues to close in on your target. Dowsing could come in handy in the Faron Woods as Link starts his search for Zelda.
Returning to the Sky
You will occasionally see a Bird Statue as you explore, and you can use such statues to save your game. The Bird Statue is also a portal via which you can go back to Skyloft.
You'll also find Bird Statues inside dungeons. Use them to save your game and to escape from the dungeon you're in.
A Changing World
Even if you are exploring a place you are familiar with, the land may reveal itself in another form as you progress on your journey.
The changing form of the land could change the way you play in some cases. For example, in the Silent Realm, you'll have to make your way through without any items to attack your enemies with…
Skyview Temple
Skyview Temple
Deep within the forest lies the secret Skyview Temple. This is the first dungeon Link enters.
The temple has been overrun by roots and mushrooms, and giant spider's webs, monsters, and puzzles block the path ahead.
A New Item: The Beetle
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword includes a new item called the Beetle. You can use this unique item to investigate elevated areas that Link cannot reach.
With the Beetle you can also collect distant items and even cut through thin ropes and other objects.
Ghirahim
The mysterious Ghirahim refers to himself as the Demon Lord, and possesses such awesome power that he is able to block a sword slash with a single hand.
He stands in Link's way and is determined not to let him pass…
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