Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast

In this Postbox we discuss an interview between Iwata, Aonuma and others involved in Majora's Mask as they reflect on the changes made in Majora's Mask 3D. We revisit what the Sages are up to while Link is in Termina, and briefly discuss the upcoming title, Cadence of Hyrule.

The last great Goron hero, Darmani, has fallen. Goron Village nears its doom as the snow and ice continue to build, and the Elder has taken it upon himself to clear the evil from Snowhead Temple in Darmani's absence..  Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

This was a fun one! Today we clear out the Swamp Spider House, bop around Termina, visit Romani Ranch for the first time, gather a few masks, and add a handful of entries to our Bomber's Notebook! Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

A missing princess, an innocent monkey's life hanging in the balance, a groovy drum beat, and the eerie song of a giant in the mists. Link's adventures in Termina hit their stride in our first dungeon of Majora's Mask, Woodfall Temple! Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia.

With the end of Ocarina of Time and the beginning of Majora's Mask there's been a lot of buzz in our Twitter mentions, so we wanted to kick off our first Postbox episode by sharing and briefly discussing some of the cool Zelda videos and experiences you've passed our way! Some stuff you should check out: Ocarina of Time - A Masterclass In SubtextS https://youtu.be/GyUcwsjyd8Q  Majora's Mask - Terrible Fate https://youtu.be/vbMQfaG6lo8 Legend of Zelda: Pot Smasher https://youtu.be/dXmMQJMFL_I

Moving freely through time, Link went to Southern Swamp looking for help to defeat Skull Kid. He found an injured witch, chatty monkeys, an angry Deku King, and the Sonata of Awakening, the key to access Woodfall Temple.  Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

While searching for Navi deep within the Lost Woods, Link is robbed and transformed into a Deku Scrub by a mischievous imp wearing a Mask. Pursuing his attacker brings him to Clock Town, a city threatened by the ominous moon slowly falling from the sky. Joined by the fairy Tatl and beseeched by the Happy Mask Salesman to locate Majora's Mask and Link's own Ocarina, Link begins a new journey in Termina.

Today we say goodbye to Ocarina of Time, not forever, but for now. A pillar of the Zelda franchise, OoT's reach extends to nearly every Legend of Zelda game across the various timelines, and holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers. Join us as we chat about our impressions, the key themes, the connections with Zelda canon, and introduce the next game in the timeline.

The Last Battle! The fate of Hyrule rests on Link and Zelda's shoulders as Ganondorf, holder of the Triforce of Power, makes his final attempt to unite the Triforce and destroy Link and Zelda in the process. Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

Ganon's Castle awaits. Thanks Links knack for puzzles and the power of the six Sages, Link begins his long climb towards Ganondorf's chamber. But before actually opening the door he decides to do some fishing and junk. Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

While stepping inside the Desert Colossus was easy enough, it quickly becomes clear that this Temple won't be without its obstacles. Nabooru has been kidnapped by Koume and Kotake, leaving Link to explore the Spirit Temple and face Twinrova on his own.  Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

Link enters Gerudo Valley, birthplace of Ganondorf, and infiltrates the Gerudo Fortress. After proving his worth, Link is allowed passage to the location of the Spirit Temple and the Gerudo leader, Nabooru. Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

"Here is gathered Hyrule's bloody history of greed and hatred." The Shadow Temple, a macabre assemblage of guillotines, scythes, and just about every spooky enemy Ocarina of Time has to offer. Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week. More or less.

Kakariko Village burns and something stirs at the bottom of the well.. Unfortunately for Link, he needs the Lens of Truth to move through the Shadow Temple, and so must face the nightmarish fiends populating the dried up well.  Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia. New episodes of Tandem Legends: a Legend of Zelda Podcast released every other week.

There may be no Zelda dungeon more infamous than Ocarina of Time's Water Temple. Will Joe and Shannon become yet another victim to the convoluted multi-level aquatic behemoth? Or will they triumph in the face of Spikes, Tektites, and creepy shadow versions of themselves? Sit down with your hosts, Shannon and Joe, as they play, discuss and theorize their way through Nintendo's Legend of Zelda video games in the timeline order noted in the Hyrule Historia.