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Originally Posted by Raian
A point of interest. The back of the Twilight Mirror is appears to be based upon the Hyrule phoenix (the bird emblem that is the current symbol of Hyrule). The Triforce represents the head (as is the tradition) and the talons can also be seen. The wings have been replaced by the twin snakes that represent the Twilight Realm.
I would also go as far as to say the snake represents betrayal, and that it is why it used regarding the Twili, and why Zant looks snake-like.
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The snakes may have resembled betrayal when related to the Twili back in Hyrule, but the Twili seem have to reclaimed it (or feel completely justified in their betrayal), as it is incorporated into the Twili Royal Crest.
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Originally Posted by HurriPen
The snakes seem to partake of Greek mythology a bit: note the double helix (Hermes, Hippocrates) and the two-headed snakes (amphisbaena).
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I can see the double helix, but the Twili snakes are a pair; they have clearly defined tails in all their representation.
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Originally Posted by HurriPen
As for that "undead enemy", are you sure that is not simply the soldiers who were pointing in Hyrule castle, Eralk Fang? Because I do not recall facing these guys with that Goron symbol knock-off.
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I think
LexLionHart is right. The Hyrulean Knights weren't dead, just the weird spirit form people turn into in the Twilight Realm. This begs the question; did an army have to come to try and kill Stallord, or did the Gerudo work alongside these soldiers as guards at Arbiter's Grounds?
The twin snakes only seem to intertwine on a symbol of one of Zant's messengers. To quote
Traffic's brilliant theory:
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Originally Posted by Traffic
The Caduceus' purpose was to ensure that the people maintained their faith in God. Now, look at Zant for one moment. Zant was a character deeply consumed by his own avarice and ambition, but he was also terribly weak. When all seemed hopeless, he directed his attention to his "God." This "God" was Ganondorf, and Zant's blind infatuation for him eventually would create his downfall. Now, think of the golden circle that the snakes ascend towards as that very same object that constituted Ganondorf in TP, that golden ball of fire. See a connection yet? There is no actual depiction of a poll on the face plate, but the symbolism is all too present. The Snakes ascend towards the golden circle, as they represent a higher power that is to be worshipped, in this case, Ganondorf.
Also, remember that Ganondorf and Zant are caught in an "immortal" bond. If one were to perish, the other could revive him. In this way, their fates interwine. Look at the Snake designs on the other Shadow Beasts. They do not ascend as they do on the other Shadow Beasts, but they are still connected with eachother.
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