Sacred Flames

The three Sacred Flames are sacred relics used to enhance the powers of the Goddess Sword in Skyward Sword. They are manifestations of the Force, the sacred power that dwells in all living beings.

Quest Purpose
After Zelda is spirited through the Gate of Time at the Temple of Time and the Gate is destroyed, Link goes back to the Sealed Grounds and is told by the old woman there that there is a second Gate of Time that can be activated with a Skyward Strike. However, in order for his strike to open the gate, Link must first temper the Goddess Sword with the Sacred Flames. To do this, Link must pass through three Silent Realm trials and acquire the Goddess's treasures. Each of the Sacred Flames is named after one of the Golden Goddesses, thus enhancing Link's sword with the powers of the three Goddesses and giving birth to "the blade of evil's bane." After obtaining each of the three Sacred Flames and traveling through the Gate of Time, Hylia herself grants what is now the "Master Sword" a final blessing, transforming it into the True Master Sword, a blade capable of smiting evil which only Link can wield.

Farore's Flame
Farore's Flame lies deep within the Ancient Cistern. It lengthens the Goddess Sword, giving it extended reach and twice its original strength. It is given the name of the "Goddess Longsword."

Nayru's Flame
Nayru's Flame is housed within the Sandship, which was once protected and helmed by Skipper before pirates stole it. It enhances the dowsing abilities of the Goddess Sword, allowing Fi to search for Rupees, Treasures, Gratitude Crystals, and Goddess Cubes. It is given the name of the "Goddess White Sword."

Din's Flame
Din's Flame hides deep within the Fire Sanctuary. It fills the Goddess Sword with a sacred light, giving it three times its original strength, and the power to repel evil. After this final tempering, the sword is transformed into the Master Sword.