Loyal Sage

The Loyal Sage is a character in A Link to the Past. He is an old man who resides in the Sanctuary of Hyrule. He guards Princess Zelda and stays with her after Link rescues her from the castle dungeon and brings her to the Sanctuary. However, after Link obtains the Master Sword from the Lost Woods, the Loyal Sage is mortally wounded when soldiers attack the Sanctuary and kidnap the princess. As he is dying, the Loyal Sage tells Link that Princess Zelda was taken to Hyrule Castle so Agahnim could use her to open the Seven Wise Men's Seal. Soon afterwards, the Sage disappears.

The Loyal Sage last seen during the ending credits after he is revived when Link defeats Ganon, acquires the Triforce, and reverses Ganon's evil wishes.

Trivia

 * The shaman Renado from Twilight Princess is also an ally of Link Like the Loyal Sage from A Link to the Past, who is also an ally of Link who resides in a hyrulean sanctuary.
 * Charlo from Twilight Princess also shares some physical traits with the Loyal Sage. Both will also reward Link for his kidness with a Piece of Heart or a Heart Container.