Unveiling the Enigmatic Leviathans: Zelda's Depths Awash with Tears of Mystery
Uncover the enigmatic lore of the Leviathan skeletons in Breath of the Wild's Tears of the Kingdom, delving into their profound ties to Zelda's rich history and the captivating secrets lurking within the depths Dive into this layered mystery now!
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The inclusion of Leviathan skeletons in Tears of the Kingdom adds an intriguing element of enigma to the intricate lore of the Legend of Zelda series, intricately intertwining references to previous games while presenting the notion of a profound interlinking between the expansive overworld and the enigmatic Depths.
The presence of the Depths in Tears of the Kingdom sparks inquiries into the history of Hyrule and the interconnection between the overworld and the Depths.
The occurrence of mirrored sites and the existence of Leviathan remains within the Depths suggest the existence of separate deities and a parallel timeline to Hyrule, akin to the Light and Dark worlds in A Link Between Worlds. This revelation may offer valuable insights into the forthcoming DLC for Tears of the Kingdom.
The world of Hyrule in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is brimming with hidden secrets, expanding the landscape beyond its predecessor by revealing the mysterious Depths beneath the surface. Something intriguing unfolds in this unexplored domain, as a series of distinctive landmarks emerge on the surface plains of Hyrule, as well as deep within the Depths.
A captivating twist to the existing mystery in Breath of the Wild arises in Tears of the Kingdom with the sudden appearance of Leviathan skeletons. These skeletons had been strategically placed in various pivotal spots throughout Hyrule in the previous game. While the skeletons themselves have remained motionless and unchanged throughout the years between the two games, an eerie discovery awaits as more of these Leviathans are uncovered, draped in an unsettling gloom, creating familiar landmarks within the Depths.
The Leviathans Reference back to Longstanding Zelda Lore
The Eldin Great Skeleton, with its faceplate resembling Levias from Skyward Sword, is the most obvious skeletal reference in the Legend of Zelda series. The Gerudo Great Skeleton's wings have led some fans to believe it represents the Wind Fish, while there is speculation that the Hebra Great Skeleton represents Oshus.
These skeletal references add depth to the idea that Breath of the Wild marks the end of the series, and their inclusion in Tears of the Kingdom further solidifies this notion. However, the appearance of these singular deities in Tears of the Kingdom's Depths location, alongside their overworld counterparts, introduces a strange element. Considering that other divine creatures, such as the dragons that traverse the sky, need to cross through chasms, the presence of multiple Leviathan skeletons raises peculiar implications.
The Unknown History of the Depths
The mere existence of the Depths in Tears of the Kingdom's Hyrule implies a vast amount about its world, leaving Legend of Zelda content creators with endless theorizing and analysis. Within the main narrative, the Depths remain shrouded in mystery for the inhabitants of Hyrule, prompting ongoing research into its history through the study of Zonai architecture and remaining structures. However, from the scattered peculiarities and architectural clues found in the area, players can gather a basic understanding of the Depths.
Noteworthy in the Zonai architecture are three Leviathan skeletons, strategically placed in corresponding locations to those found in the overworld of Hyrule. These mirrored locations hold the most significant implications for both the overworld and the Depths, acting as reflections of one another, with one representing light and the other darkness. Such mirroring is already hinted at by the alignment of Tears of the Kingdom's Lightroots with the Zonai shrines, as well as the reversal of mountains and rivers in the Depths.
The new Leviathan skeletons reveal that the ancient history of the Depths seems to have mirrored the history of Hyrule. Like the Light and Dark worlds in A Link Between Worlds, the Depths had its own set of deities that existed independently. This connection may provide clues about the direction of Tears of the Kingdom's DLC and could potentially unravel the mysteries of the intertwined history of these two worlds. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom can now be played on the Switch.
