References to Previous Zelda Games - Page 2

I just started playing the game last night and beaten the first dungeon (before passing out on the couch). I've heard from gamer programs and reviews online, that SS took place before Ocarina of Time and the Minish Cap. Knowing that I've made some realizations (probably obvious) that were interesting to me and I would like to share them in a list.

What I've notice is that...
.The loftwings are represented as part of the Legend of Zelda emblem
.The Triforce is not represented in the emblem
.If you go to the statue of the goddess, before actually entering the area, you will see two bird statues. If you stand between them and look straight up, you will see part of the triforce.

Using these observations, either the triforce doesn't exist (if you ignore the third bullet point) or that you would have to collect the pieces later in the game (my actual conclusion). If that's the case, does the master sword or Hyrulian shield exist? Also, that means that Link doesn't have the Triforce of Courage and Zelda (who I guess is no longer a princess) the Triforce of Wisdom. Another thing is that I wonder if Ganon would tie into the mix as well, since in the other games he has the Triforce of Power. This is by far the most interesting story line in the Zelda series (my opinion obviously). It sort of shows its roots of how it all started. I also was surprised that the main antagonist was named Ghirahim and not Vaati. I wonder if he affiliates himself with Ganon (which would prolly explain how Ganon got his hands on a part of the triforce in the first place).

Yep, and that is my analysis so far on the game

IT'S A SECRET TO EVERYBODY.
I giggled profusely at that one. ^

Oh, and obviously Gaepora. The lovechild of Rauru and Kaepora Gaebora, both in name and in shape.

Edit: NEVER MIND I'M DUMB