Link

Hero of Hyrule

The protagonist of The Legend of Zelda series, a hero who embarks on adventures to save the Kingdom of Hyrule. Possesses the key story item 'Triforce of Courage.' Depicted as different individuals in each work, but consistently silent with no particularly standout personality traits set.

Quotes

  • If you have courage, you can overcome any hardship.
  • With sword and shield, protect Hyrule to the end.
  • Few words, but a strong heart.
  • The adventure never ends. As long as you are there.
  • A true hero is a quiet one.

Trivia

  • Link is a silent character in many works but emits short grunts.
  • Iconic outfit in the series is green, but blue clothes have become symbolic since Breath of the Wild.
  • Left-handed in many works, but becomes right-handed in some works or hardware.
  • The Master Sword is Link's representative weapon and plays important roles in various works.
  • Toon-rendered Wind Waker Link is anime-style and highly popular.
  • Officially stated that Links throughout the series are separate individuals from different eras or worlds.

Alternate names

Link Toon Link Child Link Adult Link

Tags

The Legend of Zelda Hero Hyrule Swordsman Adventurer Triforce Master Sword Silent Left-handed

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Swordsman boy to youth wearing green clothes and a triangular hat, with characteristic pointed long ears. Appearance is similar throughout the series but as different individuals. Recently, since Breath of the Wild, often wears blue clothes (Champion's Tunic). Age ranges from boy to youth depending on the work.
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Pointed long ears
Iconic items
  • Master Sword
  • Hylian Shield
  • Triforce
  • Green hat
  • Bow and arrows
  • Boomerang
  • Bombs
  • Power Bracelet

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Silent
Detailed personality
A hero type who hardly speaks words himself and demonstrates through actions. Bravely fights according to the situation, sometimes showing a comical side or mischievous vigor as a fierce warrior. Strives to protect friends and Princess Zelda while bearing a lonely mission.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Silent
  • Loyal
  • Resilient
  • Indomitable
  • Reliable
  • Reserved
Motto
If you have courage, the path will open
Talents
  • Swordsmanship
  • Archery
  • Adventure and exploration
  • Puzzle-solving ability
  • Crisis evasion ability
Skills
  • General combat techniques
  • Handling various types of weapons
  • Playing various instruments
  • Transformation and adaptation to special abilities
  • Travel between worlds
Motivation
Protecting the Kingdom of Hyrule and Princess Zelda from monsters and evil forces
Habits
Almost never speaks lines, occasionally emits short grunts and such.
Weapon
Master Sword, Bow and arrows, Bombs

History

Backstory
Link is the hero chosen to save the Kingdom of Hyrule from crisis, possessing the 'Triforce of Courage.' Depicted as separate individuals in each series' unique stage or era, but sharing the hero's identity and mission.
Debut date
February 21, 1986
Work title
The Legend of Zelda
Media type
Game

Ocarina of Time Adventure

Significant event
Ocarina of Time Adventure
Description
Link first depicted in 3D. Saves Hyrule through trials transcending time and battle with the great demon king Ganondorf.

Wind Waker Voyage

Significant event
Wind Waker Voyage
Description
Known as Toon Link, undergoes adventures as the hero of winds and sets sail with pirates.

Sleep in Breath of the Wild

Significant event
Sleep in Breath of the Wild
Description
Awakens from 100-year slumber with lost memories, adventures across vast Hyrule, and seals Calamity Ganon.

Shadow Battle in Twilight Princess

Significant event
Shadow Battle in Twilight Princess
Description
Trapped in the world of shadows and transforming into a wolf, active as the hero of light to save the kingdom.

Relationships

Princess Zelda

Hyrule's princess and the greatest motivation for hero Link's adventures. A being to protect and destined partner to save Hyrule together.

Navi

Mentor

Accompanies Link's adventure in Ocarina of Time, providing advice and support as a fairy.

Midna

Teammate

In Twilight Princess, acts as partner on the journey from the world of shadows.

Tetra

Best friend

Pirate crew leader in Wind Waker and Link's friend.

Hyrule's Hero

Hyrule's Hero: leader

Royal Guard

Royal Guard: unknown

Media appearances

The Legend of Zelda series

Game / Protagonist

Multiple works since 1986 release

The Legend of Zelda (anime series)

Anime / Protagonist

Aired in 1989

Voice cast and creators

Fujiko Takimoto

Voice actor
Fujiko Takimoto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Ocarina of Time, Majora's Mask, Triforce of the Gods 3 Musketeers, etc.
Notes
Young Link's voice

Nobuyuki Hiyama

Voice actor
Nobuyuki Hiyama
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Ocarina of Time (adult), Majora's Mask, Super Smash Bros., etc.
Notes
Adult Link's voice

Sachi Matsumoto

Voice actor
Sachi Matsumoto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Wind Waker, Four Swords+, Phantom Hourglass, etc.
Notes
Toon Link's voice

Akira Sasanuma

Voice actor
Akira Sasanuma
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Twilight Princess, etc.

Takashi Oohara

Voice actor
Takashi Oohara
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Skyward Sword, Mario Kart 8 series, etc.

Kengo Takanashi

Voice actor
Kengo Takanashi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, etc.

Jeff Bennett

Voice actor
Jeff Bennett
Language
English
Version or series
Anime version

Caitlyn Bairstow

Voice actor
Caitlyn Bairstow
Language
English
Version or series
Cadence of Hyrule

Shigeru Miyamoto

Creator name
Shigeru Miyamoto
Role
Original author

Nintendo

Creator name
Nintendo
Role
Publisher

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