Labyrinths

Japanese

First Chronological Appearance

Unknown

First Game Appearance

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Across the series, there are several locations that function as labyrinths^{[citation needed]}.

Lomei

There are three Lomei Labyrinths in Hyrule. Though their first appearance was in Breath of the Wild, in-universe explanations and archaeology hint that they date back to pre-history^[1]^[2]^[3]. In the Era of the Wilds, Zelda explains that they are named for Lomei, but no information is provided to hint if Lomei was a person, group, or pre-history name for the land on which they reside.

Bearing the Name North Lomei

North Lomei

The North Lomei Labyrinth is a harsh environment and an unsurprisingly labyrinthine structure... It has high walls but is otherwise unlike most fortifications. It did once hold an ancient relic meant for the bearer of the sword that seals the darkness, so perhaps it was a trial or test of some kind? I may just have to ask Link to investigate...
- Zelda

Underworld

The Underworld Labyrinths are a series of interconnected dungeons featured in The Legend of Zelda. Each is shaped after a particular symbol, with most directly taking the form of an animal.

Dungeon

Eagle
Moon
Manji
Snake
Lizard
Dragon
Demon
Lion
Death Mountain

Labyrinths

Lomei Island

North Lomei

South Lomei

Underworld Labyrinths

References

↑ “I have heard that, until a soul here receives guidance from the labyrinth's guardian, it will wander this maze. Perhaps it was here, then, that the guardian of wisdom, with their keen mind, would pass judgment on those who deceived others...” - Rauru, Ruled by the Owl, Zelda Notes, 2025
↑ “It is said that until the guardian of this labyrinth offered guidance, a soul would be set to wander these halls. Perhaps this was the room where those dishonest with themselves were judged...where the guardian of this place weighed the courage of a soul.” - Rauru, Ruled by the Dragon, Zelda Notes, 2025
↑ “There are stories that claim a soul will wander these halls until the guardian of power— said to reach from depths to sky, it was so large-has cleansed them of their pride. Perhaps it was in this room that judgment was passed on those overly boastful of their power...” - Rauru, Ruled by the Boar, Zelda Notes, 2025

Labyrinths

Lomei Island

North Lomei

South Lomei

Underworld Labyrinths

[Ruled_by_the_Owl-1] “I have heard that, until a soul here receives guidance from the labyrinth's guardian, it will wander this maze. Perhaps it was here, then, that the guardian of wisdom, with their keen mind, would pass judgment on those who deceived others...” - Rauru, Ruled by the Owl, Zelda Notes, 2025

[Ruled_by_the_Dragon-2] “It is said that until the guardian of this labyrinth offered guidance, a soul would be set to wander these halls. Perhaps this was the room where those dishonest with themselves were judged...where the guardian of this place weighed the courage of a soul.” - Rauru, Ruled by the Dragon, Zelda Notes, 2025

[Ruled_by_the_Boar-3] “There are stories that claim a soul will wander these halls until the guardian of power— said to reach from depths to sky, it was so large-has cleansed them of their pride. Perhaps it was in this room that judgment was passed on those overly boastful of their power...” - Rauru, Ruled by the Boar, Zelda Notes, 2025

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