The Oracle games mark a first for the Legend of Zelda series. Both games, released on the same day, are linkable and each feature a unique antagonist not seen in any other Zelda game. The gameplay is almost identical to Link’s Awakening but the stories are all very different. Each Oracle prologue begins with Link riding on horseback to a mysterious temple and then being whisked off to a new land by the Triforce.
In Oracle of Ages, Link finds himself in the region of Labrynna. He finds Nayru, the Oracle of Ages but then Veran, the Sorceress of Shadows reveals herself for mere moments. To possess Nayru, and escape to the past through a portal made with the Oracles powers, to alter the course of history. Link must save Labrynna with the Harp of Ages to guide him to that distant past. Will Link be able to stop the eventual construction of the Black Tower? Or will he have to battle this baddie old-school style?
Main Quest Walkthrough: Gathering the Essences of Time
- Part 1: Lynna City, Nayru’s Rescue & Spirit’s Grave (Level 1) – Arrival, obtaining the Wooden Sword, Harp of Ages, learning time travel tunes, Power Bracelet, and the Eternal Spirit (Essence 1/8).
- Part 2: Yoll Graveyard & Wing Dungeon (Level 2) – Obtaining the Shovel, Roc’s Feather, and the Ancient Wood (Essence 2/8).
- Part 3: South Lynna & Moonlit Grotto (Level 3) – Getting the Seed Satchel/Shooter and the Echoing Howl (Essence 3/8).
- Part 4: Rolling Ridge Base & Skull Dungeon (Level 4) – Acquiring Flippers, Roc’s Cape, and the Burning Flame (Essence 4/8).
- Part 5: Rolling Ridge & Crown Dungeon (Level 5) – Goron quests, Brother Emblem, obtaining the Switch Hook, and the Sacred Soil (Essence 5/8).
- Part 6: Zora Village (Past/Present) & Mermaid’s Cave (Level 6) – Healing King Zora, obtaining the Zora Scale, Cane of Somaria, and the Lonely Peak (Essence 6/8).
- Part 7: Zora Seas & Jabu-Jabu’s Belly (Level 7) – Getting the Mermaid Suit, navigating Jabu-Jabu, and the Rolling Sea (Essence 7/8).
- Part 8: Crescent Island & Ancient Tomb (Level 8) – Exploring the past/present island ruins, obtaining the Power Glove, and the Falling Star (Essence 8/8).
- Part 9: The Black Tower & Final Battle – Using the Maku Seed, confronting Veran, and rescuing Nayru.
Side Quests & Collectibles
- Heart Pieces: Locations of all 12 Pieces of Heart scattered across Labrynna’s Past and Present.
- Magical Rings: Collecting and appraising all available rings via Vasu Jewelers (found in chests, Gasha Nuts, mini-games, secrets, linked game).
- Gasha Seed Planting Locations: Finding all soft soil spots to plant Gasha Seeds for potential rare items and rings.
- Item Trading Sequence: Completing the 13-step trading quest (Poe Clock to Goron Vase) to obtain the Noble Sword (L-2).
- Animal Companion Choice: Securing the permanent friendship of Ricky, Dimitri, or Moosh and obtaining their respective flute (location dependent).
- Member’s Card Secret Shop: Gaining access to the hidden shop in Lynna City’s store basement via the graveyard ghost quest.
- Maple Encounters: Maximizing item collection and potential ring trades by bumping into Maple.
- Goron Dancing Mini-game: Winning rings and other prizes in Rolling Ridge (Past & Present).
Resources & Guides
- Characters: Profiles of the key figures Link meets in Labrynna’s Past and Present.
- Boss Strategies: How to defeat the final boss of each dungeon.
- Enemies: A bestiary detailing monsters with tips.
- Harp of Ages & Time Travel: Guide to using the Harp, the Tunes of Echoes/Currents/Ages, and navigating the differences between Past and Present Labrynna.
- Items & Equipment: Overview of Link’s inventory, weapons, tools, and enhancements.
- Maps: Complete maps detailing regions, dungeons, and key locations in both time periods.
- MIDIs: Discover the intricate time-traveling melodies of Labrynna, from overworld themes to dungeon tracks, available in MIDI.
- Gameshark Codes: Codes for the GameShark cheating device for various effects (infinite health, items, etc.).
- Linked Game Secrets: Information on items, upgrades, and the extended ending unlocked via linking with Oracle of Seasons.
- 100% Completion Checklist: A trackable list covering Essences, Heart Pieces, Rings, Upgrades, Trade Sequence completion, etc.