Groose

Groose is a student at the Knight Academy and a personal rival to Link. He, Cawlin and Strich have a reputation for being bullies. He commands a black Loftwing. He has a crush on Zelda and is jealous of the closeness between Link and her.

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

Etymology

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