Groose

Groose is a student at the Knight Academy and a personal rival to Link. He, Cawlin and Stritch have a reputation for being bullies. He commands a black Loftwing.

Before the Wing Ceremony, he kidnaps Link's Loftwing and lock it away in attempt to discourage him from participating. During the Wing Ceremony competition, he will throw eggs at Link to stop him from winning.

The reason why he does this is that he has a crush on Zelda and is jealous of the closeness between Link and her. However, Zelda does not return his love and even teases him back.

Trivia

 * Groose's name is likely based on the Grouse bird or geese.
 * Similary, Groose's Japanese name may be derived from the Japanese word for pigeon,.