The Last Guardian Timeline ( Real )

development
2007

Initial Development Begins

Development of The Last Guardian started by Team Ico, aiming to create a new adventure game.

announcement
June 11, 2009

First Public Reveal

The Last Guardian was officially announced and shown to the public for the first time at E3, generating significant interest.

development
2010-2015

Extended Development and Delays

The game experienced multiple delays and extended development periods due to technical challenges and changes in development team.

The Last Guardian Timeline ( Fictional )

encounter
Day 1

Boy encounters Trico

The boy awakens in the ruins and discovers Trico, a large strange creature chained and trapped.

progression
Day 2

Boy frees Trico from chains

The boy manages to remove the large iron chains restraining Trico, allowing the creature to move freely.

gameplay progression
Days 3-5

Boy and Trico work together to navigate ruins

They cooperate to overcome obstacles such as blocked paths, ledges, and enemies within the ancient ruin complex.

conflict
Day 6

Bandits ambush the boy and Trico

The boy and Trico are attacked by hostile human foes guarding the ruins, forcing them into defensive situations.

relationship development
Day 7

Boy calms and heals injured Trico

After combat, the boy cares for Trico’s wounds, deepening their bond and trust.

exploration
Days 8-9

Trico climbs ancient towers with boy on its back

They ascend towering structures to access new areas, revealing more about the ruin's mysteries.

puzzle-solving
Days 10-12

Boy activates ancient mechanisms to clear paths

Using levers and switches, the boy opens gates and moves platforms, facilitating their progress deeper into the ruins.

turning point
Day 13

Trico is captured by soldiers and chained

Trico is ensnared and chained by enemy soldiers, separating him from the boy temporarily.

rescue mission
Day 14

Boy devises plan to free Trico again

The boy infiltrates soldiers' stronghold and disables their traps to release Trico once more.

conclusion
Day 15

Boy and Trico escape the ruins

Having overcome dangers and formed a deep bond, they finally make an escape from the ancient, decaying structure.