The Legend of Zelda: Trident of Power

About

The Legend of Zelda: Trident of Power is a fan-made RPG built with RPG Maker 2003 that expands on classic Zelda themes. You follow a familiar hero archetype as they navigate two kingdoms, Hyrule and the lesser-known Tylistem, balancing turn-based combat with environmental puzzles. The story revolves around a shattered weapon called the Trident of Power and its ties to ancient conflicts between gods and demons. Exploration drives progression with hidden items and lore scattered across hand-drawn maps. This project stands out for its ambitious scope and bilingual support in English and Spanish. While not officially licensed, it adds fresh layers to the Zelda mythos by introducing Tylistem as a political wildcard in the series’ usual setting. Community feedback highlights the game’s polished script and nostalgic pixel art, though its 2020 release date means it hasn’t received major updates since launch. Players looking for a deeper dive into Zelda’s fantasy roots might find value here, especially with the added challenge of piecing together the Trident’s fragmented lore.

Storyline

Millennia ago, in an era that not even history books have record of, the Triforce, the Golden Power and earthly representation of the Goddesses, was divided into 3 pieces: Courage for the Hero, Wisdom for the Princess, and Power for the Demon King. For many generations, the Hero has faced the Demon King, who has used countless resources to strengthen his power. At some point, a tribe of sorcerers corrupted by darkness, forged a weapon called “The Trident of Power”. Even still, the bravery of the Hero was always great, and the Demon King was defeated and sealed in the Dark World, a parallel dimension to the Light World. However, the Trident remained... The ancient Seven Sages, in a mortal attempt to destroy the weapon, only managed to shatter it into 7 pieces. These were given to the strongest races of the continent. Hyrule and Tylistem, are two kingdoms that have coexisted in peace for centuries, but this harmony will be disturbed by a group of people who, from the shadows, have created a meticulous plan... They believe that it will lead into a world changing revolution.