The are ancient and mysterious ninja-like warriors distinguished by, but not limited to, red eyes, and white hair, who protect the Hylian Royal Family. They bear some physical resemblance to the Hylians, but are a completely different species, with much more technological prowess and lifespans that can extend over many millennia. Physically they are extremely capable, able to run and jump better than other Hyruleans. The Sheikah are some of, if not the most potent magic-wielders in Hyrule. As revealed in "Skyward Sword", the Sheikah are servants of the goddess Hylia, whose reincarnation is Zelda. The Sheikah crying eye symbol is commonly seen in the series, even in games where the Sheikah are not present. It is alluded that the tear was added after the Hyrule Civil War, which took place some time before the events of "Ocarina of Time", though the tear also appeared long before the war, thousands of years before the first hero's birth in "Skyward Sword". By the events of "Ocarina of Time", the Sheikah are referred to as an extinct race who built the Shadow Temple, with Impa among the last few members. In "Skyward Sword", "Ocarina of Time", and "Majora's Mask", Sheikah Stones or Gossip Stones created by the Sheikah give Link information on where to go and what to do.