The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
Wii · 2011
Travel from Skyloft to the surface below in the adventure that tells the origin of the Master Sword. Find Skyward Sword walkthroughs, dungeon puzzles, boss strategies, and collectible locations.
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Long ago, floating high above the clouds, there rested a floating island of the name Skyloft. This land, floating high, is home to many inhabitants including our fellow hero Link, as well as his childhood friend Zelda. Though there are sayings, no soul in the sky has ever seen the land below the clouds: the surface.
The civilians of Skyloft travel in the sky, flying, but they don’t do it all on their own. They fly through the sky with the help of their trusty companions from birth, Loftwings. Many islands far smaller than Skyloft reside in the sky, has anyone ever gone that far?
Link will begin his journey when his dearest friend is lost, with the help of the mysterious Goddess Sword and its spirit, Fi. Link will soar high in the sky, but will also plummet through the clouds to the land below… and who knows what dangers might await him?
Main Quest: Link’s Journey Below the Clouds
Skyloft & The Goddess Sword: Beginning Link’s journey, obtaining the Goddess Sword, and taking the first plunge to the Surface.
Faron Woods & Skyview Temple: Exploring the forest, meeting Ghirahim, and conquering the first temple.
Eldin Volcano & Earth Temple: Ascending the volcano, aiding the Mogmas, and defeating the boss of the second temple.
Lanayru Desert & Mining Facility: Navigating the desert sands, using Timeshift Stones, and clearing the third temple.
The Goddess’s Trials & Sacred Flames: Completing the Silent Realms in Faron, Eldin, and Lanayru, visiting the Isle of Songs, and conquering the Ancient Cistern, Fire Sanctuary, and Sandship to imbue the Master Sword.
Song of the Hero & Sky Keep: Learning the final song from the dragons, braving the Skyloft Silent Realm, and navigating the shifting challenges of the Sky Keep to claim the Triforce.
The Finale: Confronting The Imprisoned, Ghirahim, and the Demon King Demise in the final battles.
Side Quests & Collectibles
- Gratitude Crystals: Helping residents of Skyloft and other sky islands to collect these crystals, used to gain rewards from Batreaux. Includes major side quest chains.
- Heart Piece Locations: Find all 24 Pieces of Heart scattered across the Sky and the Surface to increase Link’s maximum health.
- Goddess Cubes & Chests: Strike Goddess Cubes on the Surface to activate Goddess Chests containing valuable rewards in the Sky.
- Bottle Locations: Locate all 5 Bottles to carry potions, fairies, and other helpful liquids.
- Side Quests: Various optional tasks and interactions across Skyloft and other locations, often yielding Gratitude Crystals or Rupees (e.g., finding Kukiel, delivering Cawlin’s letter, helping Pipit’s Mom clean, Fun Fun Island mini-game).
Resources & Guides
- Characters: Profiles of the key figures in Link’s adventure (Zelda, Fi, Groose, Impa, Gaepora, Ghirahim, Demise, Skyloft Residents, etc.).
- Boss Strategies: A guide describing how to defeat the main bosses of each dungeon.
- Enemies: A bestiary detailing the creatures Link faces, complete with combat strategies.
- Item & Equipment Upgrades: Enhance Link’s gear using collected Treasures at the Scrap Shop in the Skyloft Bazaar (includes Sword enhancements, Shield durability, Pouch expansions, Beetle upgrades, Bow upgrades, etc.).
- Skyloft & The Sky: Guide to the central hub, Loftwing riding, and exploring the various islands floating above the clouds.
- The Surface Worlds: Detailed look at the Faron, Eldin, and Lanayru regions, including key landmarks and navigation tips.
- Silent Realms Guide: Strategies and tips for surviving these challenging stealth sections.
- Mini-Games & Secrets: Information on Clean Cut, Thrill Digger, Bug Heaven, Fun Fun Island, Rickety Coaster, Pumpkin Pull, and other optional activities.
- Soundtrack: A comprehensive collection of all 187 tracks from The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, available for streaming and download.
- 100% Completion Checklist: A comprehensive list to track all collectibles, upgrades, side quests, and story milestones for full completion.
The original adventure
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword first released on Wii · 2011.