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Template:Animal Kaepora Gaebora (pronounced /ˈkeɪ.pɔə.ɹə ˈɡeɪ.bɔə.ɹə/, KAY-poar GAY-boar)[citation needed] is a recurring character in Template:LZS.

Appearances

Ocarina of Time

In ancient times, Rauru built the Temple of Time.[1] Afterward, he remained within the Temple of Light, only leaving the Sacred Realm as Kaepora Gaebora, his owl form. According to a Gossip Stone, he is rumored to be the reincarnation of an ancient Sage.[2]

After Link defeats Gohma and leaves the Kokiri Forest, Kaepora Gaebora is found for the first time in the edge of the woods in Hyrule Field. He then directs Link to Hyrule Castle.[3] Afterwards, he constantly appears before Link in various areas. He can also transport Link to various locations, including a secret entrance to a house in Kakariko Village where a Piece of Heart is located.

Majora's Mask

In the world of Termina, Kaepora Gaebora makes two appearances.[4] In the Southern Swamp beside the entrance to Woodfall, he teaches Link the "Song of Soaring", which allows Link to warp between the various Owl Statues. He says that the act of playing the song binds them as eternal friends.[5]

He later reappears in the Goron Village of Snowhead, inquiring if his Owl Statues have been helpful,[6] and hoping that Link has the courage to change Termina's doomed future.[7][8] He guides Link to the Lens of Truth by dropping his feathers on each of the invisible platforms that form the path to the Lone Peak Shrine.[9][10] Later, Darmani's ghost hints that Kaepora Gaebora had told him that Link would soon be coming.[11] This implies that Kaepora Gaebora led Link to the Lens of Truth so he would be able to help the lingering spirit of Darmani.

Four Swords Adventures

In Four Swords Adventures, Kaepora Gaebora first appears after Link draws the Four Sword, then reappears throughout Hyrule to give the Links advice on how to proceed.

Trivia

  • When Link meets Sheik outside the Spirit Temple, the sound of wings flapping can be heard as Sheik jumps down in front of him. Kaepora is then briefly seen flying away. Given that Kaepora Gaebora evidently flew Sheik to the Spirit Temple, it is possible that this is also true for the other times Sheik falls from the sky.
  • The Majora's Mask 3D guide refers to Kaepora Gaebora as the Great Owl.[12]

Etymology

TMC Forest Minish Artwork Names in Other Regions TMC Jabber Nut Sprite
Language Name
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Republic of Ireland EnglishUK Kaepora Gaebora
Japan Japanese ケポラ・ゲボラ (Kepora Gebora)
French-speaking countries French Kaepora Gaebora
Canada FrenchCA Kaépora Gaébora Template:ExpGame
Federal Republic of Germany German Methusa
Italian Republic Italian Kaepora Gaebora
Community of Latin American and Caribbean States SpanishLA Kaepora Gaebora Template:ExpGame

Gallery

References

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  2. "They say that the owl named Kaepora Gaebora is the reincarnation of an ancient Sage." — Gossip Stone (Ocarina of Time)
  3. "Hoo hoot! Link... Look up here! It appears that the time has finally come for you to start your adventure! You will encounter many hardships ahead... That is your fate. Don't feel discouraged, even during the toughest times! Go straight this way and you will see Hyrule Castle. You will meet a princess there..." — Kaepora Gaebora (Ocarina of Time)
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  5. "From the first time you play this song, we shall become eternal friends, transcending time and place!" — Kaepora Gaebora (Majora's Mask)
  6. "Hoo-hoot! We meet again, fairy child! Have my stone statues been of help?" — Kaepora Gaebora (Majora's Mask)
  7. "Well, it seems you may have the strength to change the fate of this land as I had expected. But the road ahead is even more challenging. Many trials await you. Please watch over these Gorons around you. Their land is doomed to be smothered in snow and ice forever. It will become a land where no living thing can survive. Without courage and determination, you surely will collapse from the extreme conditions... But if that courage and determination burns bright within you, then that's another story..." — Kaepora Gaebora (Majora's Mask)
  8. "Hoo-hoot! You are a child of many strengths! Well, perhaps you do have enough strength to change the fate of this mountain after all." — Kaepora Gaebora (Majora's Mask)
  9. "I shall take to the air now, flying toward that shrine across the way, so follow behind me. Do not be daunted by appearances. Instead, let your feelings guide you, and the true path shall open before you. Are you ready? Follow behind me!" — Kaepora Gaebora (Majora's Mask)
  10. "Hoo-hoot! I have certainly been assured of your courage and determination. From here on, you must not be fooled by appearances. You must rely on your feelings... Now, enter the shrine. Something that will aid you in your quest lies within. Use that item when returning from here." — Kaepora Gaebora (Majora's Mask)
  11. "The soaring one said the one who could see me would be arriving soon... It seems that it turned out to be true." — Darmani III (Majora's Mask)
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