{"id":24840,"date":"2025-02-24T06:24:07","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T06:24:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=24840"},"modified":"2025-02-24T06:24:07","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T06:24:07","slug":"is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Link dead in Majoras Mask?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#Is_Link_Dead_in_Majoras_Mask_Exploring_the_Theories_and_Realities\" title=\"Is Link Dead in Majora&#8217;s Mask? Exploring the Theories and Realities\">Is Link Dead in Majora&#8217;s Mask? Exploring the Theories and Realities<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#The_Allure_of_the_Death_Theory\" title=\"The Allure of the Death Theory\">The Allure of the Death Theory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#Why_Link_is_Not_Dead\" title=\"Why Link is Not Dead\">Why Link is Not Dead<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#Thematic_Interpretations\" title=\"Thematic Interpretations\">Thematic Interpretations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#1_Did_Link_ever_find_Navi_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"1. Did Link ever find Navi in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">1. Did Link ever find Navi in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#2_Does_Link_grow_up_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"2. Does Link grow up in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">2. Does Link grow up in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#3_Is_Link_the_Skull_Kid_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"3. Is Link the Skull Kid in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">3. Is Link the Skull Kid in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#4_What_happened_to_Skull_Kid_after_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"4. What happened to Skull Kid after Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">4. What happened to Skull Kid after Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#5_Does_Zelda_exist_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"5. Does Zelda exist in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">5. Does Zelda exist in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#6_Is_Majoras_Mask_a_time_loop\" title=\"6. Is Majora&#8217;s Mask a time loop?\">6. Is Majora&#8217;s Mask a time loop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#7_Who_is_Link_possessed_by_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"7. Who is Link possessed by in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">7. Who is Link possessed by in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#8_Does_Link_kiss_Zelda_in_any_Zelda_game\" title=\"8. Does Link kiss Zelda in any Zelda game?\">8. Does Link kiss Zelda in any Zelda game?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#9_Why_cant_Navi_heal_Link\" title=\"9. Why can&#8217;t Navi heal Link?\">9. Why can&#8217;t Navi heal Link?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#10_Is_Link_actually_a_girl\" title=\"10. Is Link actually a girl?\">10. Is Link actually a girl?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#11_Is_Navi_jealous_of_Zelda\" title=\"11. Is Navi jealous of Zelda?\">11. Is Navi jealous of Zelda?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#12_Why_does_Link_scream_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"12. Why does Link scream in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">12. Why does Link scream in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#13_Is_there_a_bad_ending_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"13. Is there a bad ending in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">13. Is there a bad ending in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#14_Why_is_Majoras_Mask_evil\" title=\"14. Why is Majora&#8217;s Mask evil?\">14. Why is Majora&#8217;s Mask evil?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/#15_How_old_is_Link_in_Majoras_Mask\" title=\"15. How old is Link in Majora&#8217;s Mask?\">15. How old is Link in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Link_Dead_in_Majoras_Mask_Exploring_the_Theories_and_Realities\"><\/span>Is Link Dead in Majora&#8217;s Mask? Exploring the Theories and Realities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The question of whether <strong>Link is dead in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/strong><\/em> is one of the most enduring and debated topics within the Zelda fan community. The short answer is: <strong>no, Link is not dead in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/strong><\/em>. While the game presents a dark and often unsettling atmosphere, complete with themes of loss, grief, and impending apocalypse, the narrative does not explicitly or implicitly state that Link is deceased. However, the game&#8217;s themes, ambiguous storytelling, and the unique circumstances of Link&#8217;s journey in Termina have led many fans to consider alternative interpretations. Let&#8217;s delve into the reasons why this theory persists and why it ultimately doesn&#8217;t hold up.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Allure_of_the_Death_Theory\"><\/span>The Allure of the Death Theory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The primary reason many fans theorize that Link is dead stems from the stark contrast between <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em> and <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>. <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em> ends on a relatively high note; Link returns to his childhood, and a sense of peace is restored to Hyrule. <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>, conversely, throws Link into a strange, unfamiliar land facing imminent destruction. This shift in tone and setting, coupled with the game&#8217;s themes of despair and mortality, naturally invites interpretations beyond the literal.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Dark Atmosphere:<\/strong> Termina is a land in mourning, teetering on the brink of annihilation. The ever-present moon, looming large and menacing, is a constant reminder of the impending doom. This pervasive sense of dread can easily lead to an interpretation that Termina is some form of purgatory or afterlife, and Link is somehow caught in it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Time Loop:<\/strong> The three-day cycle in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> creates a sense of repetitive, almost dream-like existence. Each reset erases progress and returns everyone to the first day, fostering a feeling that Link is trapped in a never-ending cycle, unable to escape this nightmarish scenario.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Lost Woods Connection:<\/strong> <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> begins with Link searching for Navi, his fairy companion from <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em>. He is then ambushed by the Skull Kid and thrust into Termina. Some believe this initial entry into the <strong>Lost Woods<\/strong> represents Link&#8217;s death or passage into another realm.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Transformation Masks:<\/strong> The transformation masks, which allow Link to become a Deku Scrub, Goron, and Zora, are seen by some as representing different states of being or perhaps even different souls. These drastic changes in his form add to the feeling that Link is not in his normal reality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Link_is_Not_Dead\"><\/span>Why Link is Not Dead<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Despite these convincing points, the evidence within the game itself, and the series as a whole, clearly shows that Link is <strong>not deceased<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Canonical Placement:<\/strong> <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> is explicitly a sequel to <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em> in the child timeline. It picks up immediately after the events of <em>Ocarina<\/em>, confirming that the Link from <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em> is the same Link who travels to Termina.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Direct Sequel:<\/strong> <em>Twilight Princess<\/em> is a direct sequel to the child timeline, explicitly referencing the Hero of Time&#8217;s actions. This confirms that the Link who experiences <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> goes on to live and is remembered in the history of Hyrule, which wouldn&#8217;t be the case if he had died in Termina.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Link&#8217;s Survival:<\/strong> The very premise of <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> is that Link is attempting to <em>prevent<\/em> the end of the world and save the people of Termina. He confronts and ultimately defeats Majora, which would be impossible if he were already dead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Nature of Termina:<\/strong> While Termina is a parallel world, it is not the afterlife. It&#8217;s explicitly a separate, tangible reality, even if its existence is tied to the actions of the Skull Kid and Majora&#8217;s Mask. The characters in Termina, though often resembling those from Hyrule, are different beings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Thematic_Interpretations\"><\/span>Thematic Interpretations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While the theory of Link being dead is not canon, it highlights the depth and complexity of <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>&#8216;s themes. The game explores <strong>loss, grief, and the fleeting nature of time<\/strong>, but these are elements of a story about resilience and finding hope in the face of despair.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Link&#8217;s Internal Journey:<\/strong> Rather than a literal death, <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> can be interpreted as a journey through Link&#8217;s own internal struggles. He is faced with the burden of responsibility, the pain of loss (especially regarding Navi), and the pressure of saving a world not his own.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Masks as Symbolic Representations:<\/strong> The various masks Link collects can be viewed as symbolic representations of overcoming adversity and embracing different aspects of himself. Each transformation offers a new perspective, helping him grow and learn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The theory that Link is dead in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> is a compelling one, born from the game&#8217;s dark atmosphere and ambiguous narrative. However, the core evidence within the game and its place in the Zelda timeline confirms that <strong>Link is alive throughout <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/strong><\/em>. The game&#8217;s themes are not about death but rather about resilience, the power of hope, and the acceptance of loss. <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> presents Link with a new and emotionally challenging journey, one he ultimately survives, further solidifying his status as the Hero of Time.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Did_Link_ever_find_Navi_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>1. Did Link ever find Navi in Majora&#8217;s Mask?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>Link does not reunite with Navi<\/strong> in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>. He is searching for her at the beginning of the game but gets sidetracked into Termina. Instead, he partners with Tatl, a new fairy companion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Does_Link_grow_up_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>2. Does Link grow up in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Link&#8217;s age remains consistent throughout the game<\/strong>. The time loops don&#8217;t affect his aging, and he remains the same young Link he was at the end of <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em>. He does not age despite the passage of time in Termina, similar to how his age does not advance if the Ocarina of Time game is continued for years.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Is_Link_the_Skull_Kid_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>3. Is Link the Skull Kid in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>No, Link is not the Skull Kid<\/strong>. The Skull Kid is a separate character who steals Majora&#8217;s Mask and wreaks havoc on Termina. While they interact, and the Skull Kid has a connection to the Lost Woods, they are not the same entity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_happened_to_Skull_Kid_after_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>4. What happened to Skull Kid after Majora&#8217;s Mask?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The game doesn&#8217;t explicitly state what happens to Skull Kid, though it&#8217;s heavily implied that he is cleansed of Majora&#8217;s influence after its defeat. He is no longer possessed by the mask.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Does_Zelda_exist_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>5. Does Zelda exist in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Zelda does appear briefly in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/strong><\/em>. She is shown during a flashback sequence and is one of the only characters who is definitively the same individual as in <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em>, along with Link and Epona.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Is_Majoras_Mask_a_time_loop\"><\/span>6. Is <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> a time loop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the central mechanic of <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em> revolves around a <strong>repeatable three-day cycle<\/strong>, which players can reset using the Song of Time. This time loop is crucial to the game&#8217;s mechanics and narrative.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Who_is_Link_possessed_by_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>7. Who is Link possessed by in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Link is not possessed in the traditional sense in the core game. While wearing the transformation masks he takes on new forms, but he is not possessed by them. In alternate scenarios, such as <strong>Majora Link<\/strong>, Link could be corrupted by the evil entity residing within the mask in an AU or non-canonical manner.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Does_Link_kiss_Zelda_in_any_Zelda_game\"><\/span>8. Does Link kiss Zelda in any Zelda game?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is <strong>no official kiss between Link and Zelda<\/strong> in any Zelda game, despite romantic hints in some titles like <em>Skyward Sword<\/em> and <em>Breath of the Wild<\/em>. The closest example is the hand-holding scene at the end of <em>Spirit Tracks<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Why_cant_Navi_heal_Link\"><\/span>9. Why can&#8217;t Navi heal Link?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Navi is not a healing fairy<\/strong>. Pink fairies typically have healing abilities, but Navi, being a blue fairy, serves as a guide and assistant to Link, not as a traditional healer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Is_Link_actually_a_girl\"><\/span>10. Is Link actually a girl?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Link is a male character<\/strong>, although his design was sometimes considered to be gender-neutral in earlier games. However, the core canon confirms that Link is male.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Is_Navi_jealous_of_Zelda\"><\/span>11. Is Navi jealous of Zelda?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is no conclusive evidence that Navi is jealous of Zelda within the games, but in development and some interpretations, it was speculated that Navi had some <strong>affection for Link<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Why_does_Link_scream_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>12. Why does Link scream in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Link screams when putting on certain transformation masks due to the <strong>intense sorrow and emotions associated with those masks<\/strong>. This represents the character&#8217;s struggle as he takes on the souls of the deceased and their memories.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Is_there_a_bad_ending_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>13. Is there a bad ending in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, there is a <strong>bad ending in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/strong><\/em>. If the player fails to defeat Majora before the moon falls, a cutscene shows Termina&#8217;s destruction.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Why_is_Majoras_Mask_evil\"><\/span>14. Why is Majora&#8217;s Mask evil?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/strong> is an ancient artifact that contains a powerful, evil entity. It was once used in rituals and has a corrupting influence on anyone who wields it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_How_old_is_Link_in_Majoras_Mask\"><\/span>15. How old is Link in <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Link is <strong>around 10 years old<\/strong> during the events of <em>Majora&#8217;s Mask<\/em>, the same age he is at the end of <em>Ocarina of Time<\/em>&#8216;s child timeline.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is Link Dead in Majora&#8217;s Mask? Exploring the Theories and Realities The question of whether Link is dead in Majora&#8217;s Mask is one of the most enduring and debated topics within the Zelda fan community. The short answer is: no, Link is not dead in Majora&#8217;s Mask. While the game presents a dark and often &#8230; <a title=\"Is Link dead in Majoras Mask?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-link-dead-in-majoras-mask\/\" aria-label=\"More on Is Link dead in Majoras Mask?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24840","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24840","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24840"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24840\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24840"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24840"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24840"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}