The Path of Victory
If the Hero of Time ultimately wins his battle with Ganondorf at the end of Ocarina of Time, the chronology follows a path that includes adventures for both the child and adult Link eras.
Child Link Era
In the child Link era, Link returns to his childhood after defeating Ganondorf. Hyrule is now a peaceful kingdom under Zelda's rule, but remnants of Ganondorf's influence still linger. This branch contains three games:
- Majora's Mask (2000): Link embarks on a quest to save the land of Termina from an impending catastrophe caused by the moon crashing into the world.
- Twilight Princess (2006): Link must save Hyrule from the encroaching Twilight Realm, which is being manipulated by Ganondorf's lingering influence.
- Four Swords Adventures (2004): Link teams up with three other versions of himself to stop Vaati, a powerful wind sorcerer who threatens Hyrule.
Adult Link Era
In the adult Link era, Link remains in the future timeline where Ganondorf is sealed away. However, the world is still affected by the consequences of his actions. This branch contains three games:
- The Wind Waker (2002): Link sets out on a quest across the Great Sea to rescue his kidnapped sister and confront Ganondorf, who has returned in a new form.
- Phantom Hourglass (2007): Link continues his adventure on the high seas, searching for the Ghost Ship and battling new enemies while trying to save Tetra, a pirate princess.
- Spirit Tracks (2009): Link must protect Princess Zelda and stop an evil force from taking over the land of New Hyrule, which is connected to the spirit world.