The Legend of Zelda is among the most legendary franchises in gaming history. Despite a nearly 40-year history, the series continues to set the bar for the action-adventure genre across all platforms. While The Legend of Zelda series has seen players transported to different regions, universes, times, and overarching timelines, one item has maintained its place at the very heart of nearly every narrative: the Master Sword. In many titles, the Master Sword's acquisition is a shift in both narrative and gameplay, as its legendary nature is reinforced by its relevance in combat. However, recent titles have treated the item as more of a narrative device, relegating it to a background role in combat.