Quote Originally Posted by NewJourneysFire View Post
Yes, Zelda 2 palaces, but like I said, they don't play a predominant role in this quest. They serve to be explored after each level, almost like a final segment to each level. Palaces are overdone, and I assume will be featured in all Zelda 2 remakes. Since the Souls of Wisdom series takes elements of the first two games, the palaces and their guardians are certainly featured in this loose remake of Zelda 2.

This explains why you get 6 crystals in the temple of time. Returning crystals to the palaces is one of te main objectives of the quest, but finds itself overshadowed by the quest's mysterious and interesting plot. You will not be disappointed? Unless of course you wanted to explore these palaces.
All the other Zelda 2 remakes are kinda...dead. I was looking forward to someone with a solid completion track record finally remaking them. I'm sure however you decide to handle the palace aspect it'll work out, though.