Spirit Gem
Spirit Gems are Items in Phantom Hourglass.[1]
Location and Uses
Spirit Gems are collectible Items of which there are three types: red Power Gems, blue Wisdom Gems, and green Courage Gems. They resemble orbs bearing the crests of the respective Golden Goddesses, inside translucent, teardrop-shaped casings. Many can be found in hidden Treasure Chests, while others are obtained by means such as purchasing them at Shops, winning them from Mini-Games, or receiving them as rewards from other characters, both in-person and through the mail. There are 20 of each type of Spirit Gem to collect over the expanse of the World of the Ocean King.
In order for the Spirit Gems to have any effect, they must first be taken to the Shrine at Spirit Island, where the servant to the goddess of Spirits uses them to restore the true powers to Link's companion Spirits.[2] When Link presents ten of a certain Spirit Gem type, the corresponding Spirit will be upgraded to "Level 1" as shown in the Collection Menu, and when that Spirit is equipped, he sees an ability enhancement on the part of his Sword or in his physical skill set.[1][3] Upon collecting and presenting all 20 of a type of Spirit Gem, that Spirit is upgraded to "Level 2" with the full extent of its power.[4]
Power Gem
By collecting Power Gems, the Spirit of Power ignites Link's Sword and increases its attack power.[5]
Wisdom Gem
By collecting Wisdom Gems, the Spirit of Wisdom increases Link's defense while allowing him to stun weaker enemies by walking into them.[6] Additionally, less time will be lost from the Phantom Hourglass when he is hit by a Phantom.
Courage Gem
By collecting ten Courage Gems, the Spirit of Courage allows Link to shoot Sword Beams.[7] Getting all 20 triples the width of the Sword Beams.
Trivia
- The central orb of each Spirit Gem resembles the respective Goddess Pearls from The Wind Waker, both in design and color.
Nomenclature
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass—Prima Official Game Guide, Prima Games, pg. 8
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The spirits that travel with you have not recovered their true strength. To restore their power, you must find Spirit Gems scattered around the world. Then you must bring them here.
— N/A (Phantom Hourglass) - ↑
Ten Spirit Gems will give great power to a spirit.
— Stone Tablet (Phantom Hourglass) - ↑
Twenty Spirit Gems are required for a spirit to fully realize its power.
— Stone Tablet (Phantom Hourglass) - ↑
The Spirit of Power has been powered up! Your sword now burns with flames!
— N/A (Phantom Hourglass) - ↑
The Spirit of Wisdom has been powered up! Wisdom now protects you. Your shield's defense is much greater!
— N/A (Phantom Hourglass) - ↑
The Spirit of Courage has been powered up! Your sword now hurls shock waves!
— N/A (Phantom Hourglass)