Triforce

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Triforce
as seen in Ocarina of Time

The Triforce is a sacred relic from The Legend of Zelda series. Also known as "The Golden Power", the three golden triangles represent the essence of the three goddesses who created Hyrule. The triforce first appeared in The Legend of Zelda and it continues to appear in the majority of games in the series. It is a main focus of the plot in The Legend of Zelda, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons, The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages, and The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker.

The Triforce is said to grant a wish to whomever touches it, but first their heart must be in balance between Power, Wisdom and Courage. It was due to this, that when Ganondorf touched it the Triforce shattered. In Wind Waker, Daphnes Nohansen Hyrule has his wish granted.

Pieces of the Triforce

Triforce of Power

This piece of the Triforce represents Din, the Goddess of Power, who is the creator of the realm where Hyrule exists. Her divine essence fills this piece with mystical power. The Triforce of Power is highly coveted by Ganondorf, who wishes to use its vast power for his own evil needs. The Triforce of Power is represented by the top triangle in the Triforce.

Triforce of Wisdom

This piece of the Triforce represents Nayru, the Goddess of Wisdom, who is the creator of the laws of the realm of Hyrule. Her divine essence fills this piece with innate mystical powers. In most games, the Triforce of Wisdom is possessed by Princess Zelda. The Triforce of Wisdom is represented by the lower-left triangle in the Triforce.

Triforce of Courage

This piece of the Triforce represents Farore, the Goddess of Courage, who is the creator of all life that inhabits the realm of Hyrule. Her divine essence fills this piece with great courage, which is usually possessed by Link. The Triforce of Courage is represented by the bottom-right triangle in the Triforce.