


Instead we focus on what the most logical conclusion is if the Zelda universe was "real". In other words, we do not care what the intent of the developers were. Something that you should definitely keep in mind when reading this is that these theories are based very strongly upon the principle of an in-universe view. We did not write on the Deku Tree, Dodongo's Cavern, or Jabu-Jabu for personal reasons.Ĥ. Due to the exorbitant amount of images, the article is split over three separate posts.ģ. Additionally, there is a summary at the end which can help you decide which sections interest you the most.Ģ. Don't let the length intimidate you! Before you instinctively hit the back button, know that this theory is split into several standalone parts which you can read in any amount or order. There are a few things you should note before reading it:ġ. This article contains a theory on the history and secrets of each of seven dungeons from Ocarina of Time - the Forest Temple, Fire Temple, Ice Cavern, Water Temple, Bottom of the Well, Shadow Temple, and Spirit Temple. Part II focuses on Twilight Princess and can be found here. This is the third article of what will hopefully continue as a series. These are the dungeons of Ocarina of Time.

The deadly lair of a group of backstabbers. An everyday place which secretly spelt death for many people. A source of life deprived of its function. The result of an excessive leader's obsession. Nevertheless, the snowflake on the water medallion is a bit out of place.A seemingly indestructible thing - destroyed.

There were definitely many original obstacles and puzzles to the Ice Cavern, so it makes sense that it might have been its own temple at one point (this is in direct contrast to the other mini-temple, the Bottom of the Well, which has many elements of the Shadow Temple, but lacks the Ice Cavern’s originality). The Ice Cavern is a mini-temple in and of itself, so the developers might have wanted to feature it one more time? Maybe instead of the Water Temple originally being an “Ice” themed temple, the supposed “Ice Temple” was an entity of its own, but was not big enough to be a full-fledged temple. The forest section uses pretty much only fans, and the water section is a bit reminiscent of the Ice Cavern instead of the Water Temple. Here is part of the Ocarina of Time Zelda Dungeon Walkthrough that goes through the forest, fire, and water rooms in Ganon’s Castle: Not to mention the Ganon’s Castle claims. You would think that a forest themed temple would have a tree on the medallion, right? Same for the Water Temple you would expect a drop of water or a wave instead of an obvious snowflake. I was a bit uneasy about it at first, thinking the forest medallion looks like blades of grass whirling around instead of a fan, but even that claim requires wind. I completely agree with this speculation.
