Synopsis
After the events of *Ocarina of Time*, Link finds himself in the land of Termina, where he must prevent the moon from crashing within three days. Using magical masks, Link helps the people of Termina and faces a powerful foe.
Gameplay
This game features a unique three-day cycle that players reset to accomplish objectives. Masks grant special abilities, with gameplay emphasizing time management, exploration, and character-focused storytelling.
Prologue
Link Departs Hyrule
Link set out on his horse, Epona, who resided at Lon Lon Ranch. After months of wandering in search of his companion, Navi, he eventually became lost in a mysterious forest. This forest, by chance, led him to a parallel world known as Termina.[1]
Events
Link Awakens the Giants of Termina
Link first found himself in a place called Clock Town. Three days before the local carnival, the town was thrown into chaos when the moon began to fall. The shadow of the lunar body grew bigger with each passing day. Using the Ocarina of Time, Link was able to rewind the passage of time to three days before the moon fell. He collected a number of mysterious masks and righted the unusual changes that had taken place in the world, reviving the legendary giants that slept in the four regions of the land.[2]
Majora is Defeated
The day of destiny had arrived. The Four Giants stretched out their arms and held up the moon, stopping it from plunging into the town. However, the mastermind behind these events was none other than Majora's Mask. Link pursued the mask to the center of the moon. There, a strange battle unfolded. Link transformed into the Fierce Deity and eradicated the threat. Majora's Mask was then returned to the Happy Mask Salesman, and the terror caused by the falling moon no longer held the world in its grip. As night fell on the third day, Clock Town was safe. Link watched the happy citizens enjoying the Carnival of Time. The Hero took his leave of Termina, and his whereabouts after that are unknown.[2]