Sturgeon's One-Point Lessons

are a set of lecture-like lessons on the wall of Sturgeon's house in . Though entirely optional to read, the One-Point Lessons act as the game's introductory tutorial on controlling and maneuvering Link. The lessons are all written within the context of the game. There are ten lessons in total, treating on subjects such as Maps, Saving, and Recovery Hearts/Life Gauge.
==Lesson One: The Energy of Life==
The first of Sturgeon's One-Point lessons teaches Link of the life gauge, a basic element in any game of . The lesson explains that as Link progresses on his adventures, he will gain more Heart Containers, which will expand his life gauge. This lesson deals also on the replenishing of health by gathering Recovery Hearts, and teaches Link that cutting grass is an effective way to obtain them.
 
==Lesson Two: Do Not Underestimate the Sea==
This second lesson introduces a new gameplay mechanic unique to : the "swim timer". This lesson refers to the round icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen seen while Link is in the water. As Link uses up his energy, the swim timer will wind down until it runs out, at which point Link will drown.
==Lesson Three: The Great Map of Life==
The lesson "The Great Map of Life" deals on the Area Map, found in the bottom-left corner of the screen. This map, which first appeared in , is used to situate Link in a given area. The yellow arrow represents Link, the tip represents the direction Link is facing. The arrow in the upper-right portion of the map indicates the direction of the wind. The map can be enlarged or hidden.
One element the lesson fails to include is the stationary blue arrow, which marks the spot from which Link accessed the area.
==Lesson Four: Material Goods==
Sturgeon's fourth One-Point Lesson refers to the "Start Menu", also a vital element in . The items that can be equipped to the X, Y, and Z buttons can be found on the first screen (the Item screen). The second screen (the Quest Status screen) indicate all the quest-related progress that has been made in the game. Items found on this screen include Link's sword and shield, the Goddess Pearls, the Triforce Shards, the Pirate's Charm, and more.
==Lesson Five: How Not to Regret the Things One Fails to Do in Life==
The fifth of Sturgeon's One-Point Lessons speaks of Saving, the act of recording progress which would otherwise be lost. Saving is accomplished via the Start Menu, on either of the two screens. 
==Lesson Six: Improving Human Relations==
This lesson elaborates on interaction with other characters, a key element in the majority of the games of . The lesson specifies the fact that most people within the game will repeat themselves if spoken to multiple times, assuring that Link understands the statement. 
==Lesson Seven: Knowing One's Own Abilities==
The seventh lesson refers to the action buttons ( and ) that allow Link to interact with his environment. The actions these buttons can accomplish vary depending on the environment. The available actions are displayed on-screen. Common actions include "Speak" (when someone is nearby), "Crouch" (while immobile), "Sidle" (when up against a wall), "Lift" (when standing next to a object capable of being lifted), "Throw" and "Drop" (while carrying an item).
==Lesson Eight: Changing Perspective Leads to Success==
The eighth of Sturgeon's One-Point lessons serves to enlighten on the field of view. With the use of the use of the C-Stick (), it is possible to change perspective. Pressing the "L-Button" returns the camera angle to the original perspective (i.e. behind Link slightly above him). Following up with an upward tilt of the C-Stick changes the view to a first-person perspective (seeing from Link's eyes).
==Lesson Nine: A Fool and His Rupees Are Soon Parted==
This penultimate lesson advises Link to gather Rupees, the game's currency (as well as that of most games in ) early and often, suggesting that they will be needed at a later time.
The title of this lesson is undoubtedly a play on the well-known proverb: "A fool and his money are soon parted."
==Lesson Ten: Becoming the Champion of Life==
The final lesson of Sturgeon's One-Point Lessons is a message both to Link and to the player. It advises Link to heed the messages of the nine previous lessons, and it advises the player to not play the game for extended periods of time.
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==Gallery==
File:TWW Sturgeon'sOnePointLesson 1.png|Link reading one of the lessons