The gaming community has always found joy in speculating about their favorite games and characters. One such community, Tears of the Kingdom, has recently been divided over a pretty wild Ganondorf theory. Players have come up with various theories over the years, but this one has sparked a heated discussion. In this article, we will take an in-depth look at the theory and discuss the arguments for and against it. So, buckle up and get ready to explore one of the most exciting theories in gaming history.
Back in 2014, Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma promised that the upcoming game, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, would “revisit the conventions of the Zelda series.” The game unquestionably lived up to this promise in terms of gameplay. However, its story remained consistent with the rest of the Zelda history, as once again, Link and Zelda must join forces to defeat the malevolent Ganon. Some fans, anticipating the upcoming game Tears of the Kingdom, believe that the long-standing power struggle between the Triforce’s three main wielders could be disrupted. There is speculation that Ganondorf, a traditional Zelda villain, could, in fact, end up being the hero of Tears of the Kingdom’s story.
Many fans on Reddit are convinced that Ganondorf could emerge as the hero of the story. The theory derives from the mural in Breath of the Wild, depicting a hero with red hair who is wearing a green outfit and appears to be carrying the Master Sword. Fans’ observations on this mural resemble the newly released official art of Ganondorf. It is also noted that Tears of the Kingdom could take place across two time periods: following the events of Breath of the Wild and during the first Great Calamity, 10,000 years ago.
Moreover, the theory also draws upon The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, which explains the origins of the endless cycle of rebirth that sees Ganondorf returning to challenge Link and Zelda’s ancestors. Fans believe that they saw Demise, the final boss of the game, in the latest Tears of the Kingdom trailer. This mysterious figure has similarities to the Ganondorf regaining his human form, but some fans believe that it could be the Goddess Hylia herself, who originally created Skyloft and sealed Demise away in the events preceding Skyward Sword.
However, some fans are skeptical of this theory, believing that it throws out all the established lore and mythos. Regardless, Tears of the Kingdom seems set to deal with the Zelda series’ ongoing story of Ganondorf’s reincarnation. The ouroboros, or dragon eating its own tail, on the game’s logo represents the eternal cycle of destruction and rebirth, suggesting that Tears of the Kingdom could bring the Zelda series to a conclusion, paving the way for something new. The game is set to be released on May 12.
As with any theory in the videogame world, there will always be differing opinions and interpretations. Tears of the Kingdom has caused quite the buzz with their wild Ganondorf theory, and while some fans are fully on board with it, others remain skeptical. Either way, it’s exciting to see the level of passion and discussion this game and its story continue to elicit. We can’t wait to see what other theories and ideas emerge from the community in the future.
