Summary
The Legend of Zeldafeatures rolling meadows, enchanted forests, and magical, curious creatures… at a glance, any one of the many locations sounds perfect for settling down, maybe starting a family, and growing old. However, while these are great settings forThe Legend of Zeldaand its high-fantasy adventures, there are many downsides to living there.
Asmany of the NPCs from each of the games can attest, owning property in Hyrule, any of its neighboring lands, or parallel dimensions comes at a high price. Intolerable weather pattern shifts, pottery vandalism, and the constant threat of invasion would be enough to make even the most hardened homeowners second-guess their title deed purchase, deku flower or otherwise.
11Skyward Sword: Skyloft (Ideal-ish)
With a great view of, well, everything in creation, thanks to its placement above all else by the goddess Hylia, Skyloft boasts some impressive real estate, especially for those looking for a secluded spot. The floating sky islands are secluded but feature plenty of nearby amenities, such as a knight’s academy, charming bazaar, and pedal-powered air shop.
Skyloft might be a hard sell for those with a fear of heights or the nocturnally-natured, as the nighttime tends to bring out an infestation of monsters, thanks to an unfortunate local demon’s curse on the area. However, with many residents choosing to relocate to the newly-opened surface, many properties on the island may soon be going for cheap.
10Oracle Of Ages: Labrynna (Livable)
History buffs and lovers of exotic and ever-sunny locations love Labrynna, with its rich history and diverse array of locations and towns. Once a land littered with unsafe structures, violent monsters, and deranged monarchs, Labrynna is now a republic which makes safety and stability its top priority.
However, the local people are proud of their storied heritage, and visitors or newly-settled homeownersmay feel the echoes of historyas they explore the beaches, hills, and mountains of the land. Besides the occasional case of petrification and timeline misalignment, Labrynna is a relatively safe (if not puzzling) place.
9The Phantom Hourglass: The World Of The Ocean King (Small Living Spaces, Tough Commutes)
While actually getting to the World of the Ocean King can be tricky in and of itself (being located in a parallel dimension in the branch of the timeline in which Hyrule is flooded, adjacent to that Great Ocean), there are a few reasons not to set up in the spots of islands that dot these vast waters.
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Even though the islands are relatively peaceful compared to other places in the land, thanks to rising water levels, land is scarce, which means that property prices are likely through the roof.
8Oracle Of Seasons: Holodrum (Volatile Weather Conditions)
Known for its striking mountain ranges to the north, enigmatic ruins to the northwest, and silty desert to the southeast, Holodrum has it all for hiking enthusiasts. However, Holodrum offers little to those looking for the culture that Inner-Hyrule might offer. However, as well as having a bit of a monster affliction, Holodrum also has a severe weather problem.
It can seem as though the seasons are cycling through at random without any prior warning, making floods in the northeast region particularly regular and outfit planning for the day nigh-impossible. Additionally, given these chaotic weather conditions, farmers have a hard time raising crops, meaning that (thanks to a total lack of unified governance between regions), food prices can get out of control.
7Various: Hyrule (Nice But Cursed)
Hyrule hardly needs any introduction. Home to Hyrule Castle and Town Square, it is a hustling and bustling cultural and economic powerhouse and basically the center of the world (when it isn’t destroyed, covered by a great ocean, or turned into a placewhere literal waking nightmares reside).
Open fields, large, winding rivers, majestic lakes, and sprawling beautiful deserts make up this dazzling land. However, one drawback to life in Hyrule is dealing with the fallout of an eternally reincarnating cardinal evil which can blight the land with the occasional bout of eternal twilight, a flood of cursed water, or the apocalyptic destruction of most civilizations.
6The Twilight Princess: Twilight Realm (Literally A Prison)
While it may look pretty, the Twilight Realm is literally a prison dimension for a group of naughty sorcerers called the Interlopers who once tried to steal the Triforce for themselves. The realm is not known for its ease of access, as many of its structures are merely suspended in midair.
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As the name might suggest, the light levels are quite poor as there are only two light sources in the whole dimension, both of them kept by theTwilight Princess' family in the Temple of Twilight. Any ferocious readers will have a hard time unless they pack their own candles. The unstable politics of this prison region makes it a definite no-go for homeowners.
5A Link Between Worlds: Lorule (Knock-Off Hyrule)
Hyrule’s alternate dimension, in which the population decided to destroy their Triforce rather than seal it away, has many issues besides the crumbling fabric of its reality (due to the destruction of its wish-granting triangles). While Hyrule may have its issues with monsters, demons, floods, and pot-smashing youths,the people there are at least friendly and conversational.
The denizens of Lorule, however, tend to be ruder and more aggressive than their mirror counterparts. Their lives are so desperate they find inspiration in the many hostile monsters that roam the land, choosing to wear scary masks that resemble them. Besides, the rampant graffiti everywhere really kills the high-fantasy aesthetic.
4A Link To The Past: Dark World (Godless & Entirely Lacking In Charm)
Once known as the Sacred Realm which housed the Triforce, the Dark World has gone downhill over the past few eras. Anyone who goes there is turned into a monstrous version of themselves, or at least a form that reflects that which is in their heart.
There doesn’t seem to be much work in the Dark Worldbeyond doing evil, demonic demon work, since Ganon is the unquestioning master of the realm. Living in the Dark World isn’t just a trap in a socio-economic sense, but a literal one, as in any portal there is one way.
3Oracle Of Seasons: Subrosia (A Hellish Hellworld)
Those looking to move to a warm, exotic location may wish to rent in Subrosia before buying. The inhabitants are certainly cultured, but they are very secretive, even to one another, and an outsider may find their mannerisms odd, even amongthe odd characters theLegend of Zeldauniverse has to offer.
Adding to this, Subrosia is surrounded by deadly lava and subject to regular volcanic storms. The biggest problem, however, is that the local people use their own type of currency, meaning those hard-earned rupees won’t buy much of anything. Anyone who wishes to make a living there will need a shovel (or good bartering skills).
2Majora’s Mask: Termina (Doomed)
Ah, yes. The lively festivals, the jazzy milk bars, the advanced technology (there are even indoor toilets!), and the central location, with access to a beach, a beautiful mountain range, and a scenic swamp all within a few hours' walk.As far as hub cities in the series go, there’s a lot to love about Clock Town in Termina. However, the main problem is that there are only a measly 72 hours remaining.
That’s not a time limit on some house sales. Thanks toMajora’s Mask, only three days remain until the moon crashes down and destroys everything and everyone in sight, making Termina only really viable for the shortest of short-term renters.
