King Bosphoromus to Gustaf

Okay, so this comic snippet totally blew my mind! Reading about 'Gustaf' claiming to be an ancient king of Hyrule, even saying 'I was king of Hyrule, countless ages ago,' really got me thinking about the vast, untold history of this incredible world. We all know King Rhoam Bosphoramus Hyrule from Breath of the Wild, the last king before the Calamity, whose spirit guides Link. But what if there were kings so ancient, their stories are barely whispers in the wind, long before even the legends we know? The idea of a king named Gustaf ruling 'countless ages ago' opens up so many possibilities for Hyrule's historical timeline. Was he part of the same royal lineage as Bosphoramus, or a ruler from a completely different era, perhaps even pre-dating the founding of the current Hyrule kingdom we're familiar with? The sheer 'age' implied by 'countless ages ago' suggests a period so distant that his reign might only be hinted at in forgotten texts, ancient ruins scattered across the landscape, or even in the very fabric of Hyrule's oldest traditions. Imagine the stories he could tell, the monumental challenges he faced during his time as king, and the secrets he might hold! This intriguing claim makes me wonder deeply about the full, untold history of Hyrule. We constantly encounter relics and advanced ancient technology throughout Breath of the Wild, all hinting at a much more extensive and complex past than just what we experience in the games. A king like Gustaf could have presided over an era of incredible prosperity and advancement, or perhaps a time of devastating conflicts and magical cataclysms that fundamentally shaped the land and its people. How did his reign end? What legacy did he leave behind that is now seemingly lost to time, only to be vaguely remembered by a spectral presence or an echo from the past? This snippet also makes me reflect on the broader role of the kings in Hyrule's history. We understand them as protectors of the Triforce, guardians of the royal bloodline, and leaders in times of crisis. But what were their individual stories, their personalities, and their unique contributions? Was Gustaf a wise and benevolent ruler focused on peace, or a stern warrior king who expanded Hyrule's borders? The dialogue in the comic, especially the mention of 'King Bosphoromus Hyrule of breath of the wild,' juxtaposed with Gustaf's profound claim, creates a truly fascinating royal mystery. Is there a deeper, perhaps spiritual, connection between these two kings beyond their shared title? Could Gustaf be a spectral guardian, much like King Rhoam, but from an even more distant past, still watching over the land and its destined hero? As a huge fan, I'm always obsessed with uncovering the deeper lore of Hyrule, and this little interaction has definitely sparked my imagination. It’s so cool to think about how much hidden history is still out there, waiting to be uncovered, even in fan creations like this. It really adds to the richness of the world! What do you all think about this 'ancient king' theory? Does it make you want to dive deeper into Hyrule's past too?