Summary
A fan of Nintendo’sZeldaseries has shared their impressive creation with the community, crafting a real-life version of Link’s magical baton fromThe Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. Existing as one of the Japanese publisher’s flagship IPs, theZeldafranchise found phenomenal success last year with itsTears of the Kingdomrelease, but aside from the Nintendo Switch-era games,Zeldafans hold beloved past titles in high regard, includingThe Wind Waker.
The action-adventure game was released in 2003 on the GameCube and later received a high-definition remaster on the Wii U in 2013.The Wind Wakeralso gained 2007’sPhantom Hourglassand 2009’sSpirit Tracksas two direct sequels on the Nintendo DS. A Russianretailer recently teased aZelda: The Wind Waker HDNintendo Switch port, which some fans are taking as gospel among the Switch 2 hype. Being a staple franchise in Nintendo’s catalog, fans hope the successor console has a lot ofZeldasurprises in store.
Posted on Reddit by Anth-Oni, a series of photos was shared with theZeldafandom, showcasing a real-life version of Link’s baton fromThe Wind Waker. The creator noted in the comments that the baton was made from PLA (Polylactic acid) plastic, which is a filament material used in 3D printing.Zelda: The Wind Waker HDhas become one of the hardest games to track downin the franchise, but since it’s a treasured classic, fans love to see the game being honored in artistic ways. Luckily for Redditors, the creator has allowed other 3D printers access to the STL file for free via their Patreon, allowing artists to print their own baton.
Zelda Fan Prints Real-Life Wind Waker Baton
Demonstrating fans’ artistic talents further, anotherZeldaenthusiast built a wood carving of the King of the Red Lions fromThe Wind Waker, and fans of the Redditor’s baton didn’t waste time showering the creation with praise. Several users asked if the baton was for sale, which reminded the creator to list it on Etsy. Another fan questioned how Link could wield such a hefty item in-game with only two fingers, and the creator agreed.
The Wind Wakerbaton is a recurring item in theZeldaseries, designed after a conductor’s tool. Lore says that the baton was used by the King of Hyrule to conduct the mythical Sages during their song to summon the gods.The Sages are reincarnated in multipleZeldatitles, includingTears of the Kingdom, which saw Link call upon the Sages’ power to help thwart Ganondorf.
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
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This epic Legend of Zelda adventure begins with our hero in the midst of a family crisis. Link’s peaceful life on a tiny island is shattered one fateful day when his beloved sister is snatched by a huge, menacing bird. Naturally, the sword and shield-wielding hero follows in hot pursuit. His search sets in motion an epic adventure across strange lands and high seas, as Link searches for clues to his sister’s whereabouts. Featuring a unique animation style, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker expands on the revolutionary gameplay seen in Ocarina of Time and Majora’s Mask for Nintendo 64, offering a distinctive Legend of Zelda experience. You’ll see characters' expressions change as they laugh, cry, or show anger and surprise, with a variety of lively actions bringing them to life. Plus, Link’s world has never seemed so atmospheric. Amazing effects like flickering fire, shadows and smoke make you feel even closer to the action. Naturally, the great Zelda gameplay is at The Wind Waker’s core. Link can slash with his sword (including a mighty spin attack), deflect blows with his shield, swing across gaps, and pick up weapons that his enemies have dropped. Additionally, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker features the incredibly intuitive control system that Zelda gamers have come to expect from the beloved series.
