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==Other Appearances==

==={{ZG&W|-}}===

{{Manual|ZG&W|Link|The hero of the game. He risks his life and fights to rescue Princess Zelda.}}

===''Vermin''===

{{Noncanon|Start}}

A remake of the Game & Watch game ''Vermin'' is included as part of the {{G&WTLoZ}}. {{Term|G&WTLoZV|Link}} replaces the protagonist, and has a design similar to that of {{Term|LANS|Link}} in {{LA|NS}}.

===''The Legend of Zelda'' TV Series===

Living in [[North Castle]] with [[Princess Zelda]] and [[King Harkinian]],<ref name=link>{{Cite Episode|quote=Another beautiful day in the magical kingdom of Hyrule... boring place! I used to roam the world, fighting monsters and sleeping in mud, a hero's life. Now look at me, living in a castle, sleeping in a bed, aren't I sweet?|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=1}}</ref> Link is in charge of protecting the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] from falling into Ganon's hands. However, he dislikes his new lifestyle, claiming that it is boring and would rather be off fighting monsters and roaming the world.<ref name=link/> The only positive thing, he says, is that he gets to be in company of Princess Zelda, who usually dislikes Link's overall personality.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Don't you ever whistle at me again!|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=1}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Ugh! Even when you're a ghost, you're disgusting!|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=12}}</ref> Despite this, it is revealed in "[[The Missing Link]]" that she loves the young hero anyway but would rather keep it a secret to prevent it from going into Link's head.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=No! I mean...maybe just a little.|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=12}}</ref><ref name=zelda>{{Cite Episode|quote=Don't get a swelled head. I just like you a little, that's all.|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=12}}</ref> Link is persistent at any rate in trying to get Zelda to kiss him, and asks for a reward any time the young hero saves her.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Ta da! Saved ya again. Kiss me.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=5}}</ref> Any time that seems like Zelda is about to kiss him,<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=I'm glad too. And thanks for rescuing me. You still want a kiss?|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=4}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Mmm...shut up and kiss me!|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=6}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Well...ok. A quick little kiss. But remember, it doesn't mean anything!|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=11}}</ref> they are always interrupted by [[Spryte]], Ganon's minions or even Link's own clumsiness ruining the moment, leaving the young hero frustrated.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Ow....this ALWAYS happens!|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=6}}</ref> Link's motives for rescuing Zelda are not always a kiss, however, as he seems to genuinely care for her and would do anything to save her, which seems to be his weakness.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=She's in trouble! I, well... Aw, heck. I'm such a sucker.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=3}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=That dratted Link is seriously starting to annoy me. But he does have a weakness. He'll do anything for Zelda.|name=Ganon|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=7}}</ref> Even so, he will take any chance to impress Princess Zelda<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Zelda wants a prince, she'll get a prince.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=3}}</ref> or even to make her jealous.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Jealous, Zelda?|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=4}}</ref>

For the most part, Link is depicted as a capable swordsman and a quick thinker, although he is often shown to be a rather arrogant warrior as well, something that displeases Zelda the most.<ref name=zelda/><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Boy, I'm good. No wonder you love me.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=12}}</ref> Because of this, he sometimes underestimates the situation he is and ends up in more trouble than he predicts: in "[[The Moblins are Revolting]]", Link mocks Ganon for not being able to fight back since he is inside an indestructible bubble and decides to throw him around for a bit, which results in the bubble bursting and ruining Zelda's chances to retrieve the [[Triforce of Power]].<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=No! We almost had the Triforce, it was right there! But nooo, you had to start messing around!|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=13}}</ref> He is also characterized for his somewhat childish nature, trying to avoid any responsibilities that do not have to do with fighting Ganon: in "[[Cold Spells]]", he decides to fake being sick so that he will not have to do chores around the castle.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=So who wants to get well? I'm gonna keep playing sick until this stupid cleaning is over.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=2}}</ref>  

The cartoon series establishes that Link's entire inventory is actually shrunk inside his magic pouch around his belt: when Link is fighting a [[dragon]], he pulls a miniaturized shield from the pouch, which then grows to normal size. Link always carries his sword, the [[Crissword]], to fire [[Sword Beam]]s at [[Ganon]] and his minions and thus send them back into the [[Evil Jar]]. The young hero only wields his [[Magical Shield]] in four episodes, which he just uses for a brief time during battles. He also often fights alongside Zelda,<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Quick, take these and try to open the gate. Zelda and I will try to hold off Gohma.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=9}}</ref> who proves to be invaluable and even saves the young hero several times throughout the show.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=I saved you, too! We're even.|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=11}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Zelda! Help!|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=8}}</ref>

Link makes four episode appearances in {{CN}}. Unlike his depiction in ''The Legend of Zelda'' TV Series, he is now portrayed as an older, more mature Link who is no longer obsessed with trying to steal a kiss from Princess Zelda. His hair is longer, and his tunic is also slightly different to accommodate to his older look, but it still retains the same overall style. Jonathan Potts reprises his role as Link's voice actor in this television show.

Link lives with [[Princess Zelda]] in [[North Castle]], still protecting the Triforce and the kingdom of Hyrule from evil even after Ganon's fall. He is Kevin's favorite video game hero, and although the two of them get along very well when Kevin first meets Link in "[[Quest for the Potion of Power]]", Link begins to become jealous of Kevin's fighting abilities as the heroes travel to the [[Parapa Palace]] since Kevin's skills are making Link look like a clumsy swordsman. When the hero of Hyrule is fighting [[Horsehead]] inside the palace, he shamefully loses his sword against the foe, and just as he's about to get hit by Horsehead, Kevin rushes in and saves Link from the deadly blow, leaving Kevin to finish off the monster. The young hero, feeling humiliated, then begins to act competitive against Kevin,<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=You're the hotshot game master, why ask me?|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Move it, you're blocking my shot!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> refusing to receive instructions from him on how to defeat an [[Rebonakku|Iron Knuckle]].<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote= I don't need you telling me how to handle this, sorehead!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> It isn't until Zelda gets taken by the Iron Knuckle that he and Kevin sort out their differences, learning to work together instead of against each other.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=Okay, Kevin. Let's try it your way. This is going to take two of us.|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=This is my fault. I acted like a jerk because you were such a whiz kid on my turf.|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> From then on, Link becomes much more friendlier with Kevin, always willing to help Kevin whenever the need arises.<ref>{{Cite Episode|quote=You're gonna need help. I'm going, too!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Once Upon a Time Machine}}</ref>

In the {{TLoZ|Valiant Comics}}, Link's appearance is also heavily based on the artwork of the first ''Zelda'' game: the young hero has long, reddish hair with brown eyes and a large, round nose. He was born in [[Calatia]], where he lived with his parents [[Arn]] and [[Medilia]].<ref name=link2>{{Cite Book|quote=The eldest son of Arn and Medilia, young Link grew up in the kingdom of Calatia, west of Hyrule. At a very young age, Link displayed a talent for swordplay and a thirst for adventure.|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=Bonus 2 Issue #4}}</ref> Due to his thirst for adventure and talent for swordplay,<ref name=link2/> Link departs from Calatia in search for excitement, where he eventually stumbles into Impa and helps Zelda save the kingdom of Hyrule from Ganon's forces.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Impa found this hero. A young adventurer named Link who had come to Hyrule in search of excitement, fame and romance.|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=2 (Bonus)}}</ref> After accomplishing a daring quest, the Triforce of Courage displayed itself in Link's heart.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The Triforce of Courage, the most mysterious of the three, remained hidden for many years until Link accomplished a daring quest. Now the Triforce of Courage dwells in his heart, the secret of his greatest power.|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=Bonus 1}}</ref> From then on, he begins to live in [[North Palace]] with the princess and [[King Harkinian]], protecting both Zelda and the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] from Ganon's clutches.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link's Tower. The Triforce of Wisdom is kept here. (Unfortunately, Link keeps all his junk here, as well)|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=Bonus Page}}</ref><ref name=job>{{Cite Book|quote=Not WE. Just ME. You're going back to the overworld! [...] Because it's gotten too dangerous down here. Because I'm a hero, this is MY job! Because I'm going to protect you whether you like it or not! And because...because I love you.|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=3 [The Power]}}</ref> Despite not living in Calatia anymore, he is still loyal to his homeland and would do anything to protect its people and its [[Queen Seline|queen]],<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=But...how can I? My parents...my homeland are all depending on me! I can't leave them!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=6 [Coming Home]}}</ref> even if it means not being able to protect the Princess of Hyrule.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I let the woman I love face her doom alone just so I could be here to put an end to your tyranny--and I will, no matter what!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=10 [Coming Home]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Zelda...I'm a hero, I must help my queen. Do what you have to do.|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=6 [Queen of Hearts]}}</ref>

Link is a skillful swordsman who is considered to be a formidable opponent,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I dare not fight Link...not again. Though my magic chains shall have stolen HALF his strength by morning, still he possesses the Triforce of Courage--! Still, he is...dangerous!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=7 [Coming Home]}}</ref> even if his moves are said to be predictable by some.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=You always use the same moves, kid! You always charge right through!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=7 [Thief in the Night]}}</ref> Although a great part of Link's strength comes from the Triforce of Courage,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=How...how can I win without the Triforce? What chance do I have...|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=8 [Coming Home]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link has grown too soft...too dependent on its power!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=7 [Coming Home]}}</ref> he is still capable of fighting and defeating other imposing foes, such as [[Shadow Link]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Even without the Triforce, Link, your courage is your greatest power!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=10 [Coming Home]}}</ref> Just like in ''The Legend of Zelda'' TV Series, Link can be seen trying to steal a kiss from Zelda any time the chance arises,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Hmmm... safe enough to kiss me, Princess?|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=Missing in Action}}</ref> but they always seem to get interrupted by Ganon's minions or Zelda changing her mind.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Aw, heck! Something ALWAYS happens every time I'm about to get a smooch!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=3 [The Power]}}</ref>  Unlike the TV Series, however, the comic makes it clear that Link and Zelda love each other, as they both plainly state it to one another several times throughout their adventures.<ref name=job/><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Zelda: Because you LOVE me...and I love YOU.|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=6 (The Price)}}</ref> Furthermore, in "[[Assault]]", Zelda is even willing to give up the Triforce of Wisdom to Ganon in exchange for Link's life,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Yet... To save Link's life, you offered to surrender the Triforce of Wisdom to the evil one.|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=8 [Assault]}}</ref> while the young hero is always ready to do anything to protect the princess from danger,<ref name=job/> despite Zelda insisting in accompanying him in his many adventures in the [[Underworld]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The Magic Trophy Ganon stole is hidden in t he lower chambers! The town of Ruto will perish unless it is returned! We MUST find it! [...] I am NOT going back! Why should I?|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=2 [The Power]}}</ref>

Despite being the bearer of the Triforce of Courage, Link at one point in the comics gets corrupted by the Triforce of Power after he manages to take it from Ganon's lair.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The Triforce of Power! This is what gives Ganon his magic force! For  years, he's been trying to steal Zelda's Triforce of Wisdom. Whoever has both Triforces will control Hyrule forever! I wonder what happens if I...YOW!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=4 [The Power]}}</ref> The young hero, blindly wanting more power, demands that Zelda turn over the Triforce of Wisdom to him,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I'm going after Ganon! I have to DESTROY HIM! But to crush him INSIDE  Death Mountain where he's strongest, I need more power! I need the  Triforce of Wisdom! I MUST HAVE IT! If I possess both Triforces, I can  defeat Ganon once and for all!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=9 [The Power]}}</ref> even going as far as firing a magic spell at the princess.<ref name=toc>{{Cite Book|quote=Your spell didn't harm me! How? The Triforce of Courage protected me! [...] The Triforce of Courage has left your heart...and come to me!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=7 [The Price]}}</ref> Because Link has misused the power of the Triforce, the Triforce of Courage leaves his heart and goes to Zelda to protect her from Link's malevolence.<ref name=toc/> It is not until the princess shows him how his lust of power has corrupted him that Link realizes he is becoming like Ganon and what the price of that power is.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Don't you see what's happening?! You don't have to JOIN Ganon! You've BECOME Ganon!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=8 [The Price]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=There is a price either way. My LIFE, if I give up the Power! My SOUL, if I keep it! I choose to keep...MY SOUL!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=9 [The Price]}}</ref> By choosing to throw away the Triforce of Power in order to keep his soul, Link once again proves to be worthy of being the bearer of the Triforce of Courage, which restores his life after nearly dying in Zelda's arms.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=And in doing so, you proved worthy of the Triforce of Courage! It returned to you, and restored your strength! It saved your life!|book=TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=10 [The Price]}}</ref>

==={{TCT|-}}===

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In the first book of the series, {{TCT}}, Link and Princess Zelda are running inside the [[Midoro Palace]] trying to escape from Ganon's grap. However, the evil wizard finds them and eventually encases Link in a [[Crystal]]. Ganon explains that since he cannot obtain the Triforce of Courage and Wisdom from Link and Zelda respectively, he used a [[Magic Scroll]] which cast a spell to encase both pieces of the Triforce, including the Triforce of Courage encased in Link's heart.<ref name=courage>{{Cite Book| quote='I already have the Triforce of Power, but I need all three parts of the Triforce to complete my hold on Hyrule. Since I cannot get the Triforces of Courage and Wisdom from you, then you shall not be able to use them, either,' he says. 'With this magic scroll, I have cast a spell to encase them in unbreakable crystal. Of course, since the Triforce of Courage is in Link's heart, I'm afraid the poor boy will have to be shut up in the crystal also. Sorry about that.'|book= TCT|publisher= | page= 65}}</ref> Zelda is now forced to seek the three items dictated in the [[Fairy's Scroll]] that will help free Link from the Crystal, but she has just 24 hours before the young hero gets trapped inside the crystal forever.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Not likely,' says Ganon. 'There's only one way to break the crystal, and I don't think you'll ever figure it out, or find the three things you need. By this time tomorrow, Link will be trappedi n the crystal forever!'|book= TCT|publisher= | page= 65}}</ref>

Eventually, Princess Zelda finds the [[Magic Honey]], the [[Handprint]], and the [[Magnifying Glass]] and uses them to shatter the Crystal. With Link now free, the young duo head off to find the [[Spear]], which is the only weapon that can defeat Ganon. Link, with the help of Zelda's friend [[Greenbeard]], obtains the Spear and uses it to defeat Ganon once and for all.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link gets ready to throw the spear. As he does, Ganon stumbles backward. 'The spear!' says the evil wizard in a trembling voice. 'How did you find it?'|book= TCT|publisher= | page= 17}}</ref>

In {{TSP}}, Link is portrayed as an outgoing, brave, playful, and even sometimes arrogant young warrior.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Nice shot,' he says. 'But you were a micro-inch from an exact bullseye. Now, observe a master marskman.' 'I hate it when you brag, Link,' Zelda grumbles. Link winks at Zelda and faces the target.|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 2}}</ref> Despite his young age, he is still recognized as being the best swordsman in all of Hyrule and even has the Triforce of Couarge buried deep in his heart.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Though he isn't even twenty yet, Link is already known as the greatest warrior in all of Hyrule.|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='This is crazy! You're going to entrust Charles with the Triforce of Wisdom? I mean, come on! Who carries the Triforce of Courage in his heart? Me--that's who!'|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 102}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='There are three Triforces, all pieces of the one original Triforce,' Zelda explains. 'The Triforce of Power is in clutches of the evil wizard Ganon. And they say that the Triforce of Couragei s buried deep in Link's heart.'|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 78}}</ref><ref name=courage/> Link is also best friends with Zelda, and he seems to enjoy annoying her whenever the chance arises, although the princess also does not miss the opportunity to poke fun at the young hero.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Two steps behind is Zelda's best friend, Link.|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Did you hear something?' Zelda asks, stopping suddenly. 'Hear something?' Link replies. Zelda scowls. 'Do you have to repeat everything I say?' 'Repeat everything you say?' Link grins.|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='I'm not in the mood for jokes, Link. I have a strange feeling Ganon and his forces might be lurking around here.' 'Ohhh,' Link cries. 'Lurking'--pretty big word, Zel. Been hitting the books again?'|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link grins. 'Maybe now you'll better appreciate the talent here at home.' Zelda looks confused. 'Talent?' she says. 'Where?' Then she grins and they both burst out laughing.|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 2}}</ref> Whenever in need of advice, Link seeks Impa, the castle's nursemaid, who often reminds him to not act rashly and to think things through, somewhat serving as his mentor and even giving him items which might help the young hero along his adventure.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link, who's listening nearby listening, turns to Impa in outrage. 'The Triforce!' he blurts. Impa grabs his arm. 'If you act rashly, you might ruin your own cause. Here.' She presses a crumpled piece of paper into his hand. 'Let this guide your actions.'|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 23}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link looks after Impa. She has always been a faithful friend, and her advice is usually good.|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 74}}</ref>

Link and Zelda meet a strange knight known as [[Charles of Moria|Sir Charles]] from the kingdom of [[Moria]]. Although the princess and the [[King of Hyrule]] are all quick to trust Charles, Link gets suspicious of his actions from the moment he meets the knight from Moria. After the King of Hyrule decides to show the Triforce of Wisdom to Charles and dubs him a Knight of the Triforce, Link, outraged at the king's decision, goes to Impa for advice and suggests that the young hero go to the [[Water Town of Saria]] and retrieve the [[Mirror of Truth]], which will show Charles's true identity.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=There's only one thing to do. You must hold Charles up to the Mirror of Truth. Then we'll see his true self.|book= TSP|publisher= |page=88}}</ref>

After Link finds the Mirror of Truth in the [[Wiseapple Farm]] of Saria Town, he returns to [[North Castle]] only to find that the King has chosen Charles, and not Link, to deliver the Triforce of Wisdom to the [[Fifth Castle of Ancient Hyrule]] to keep it away from Ganon's grasp. The young hero furiously reminds the king of all the brave deeds he has done and claims that Charles can't be trusted because he is evil.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote='And anyway, Charles can't be trusted. He is evil!' The room is in an uproar. The king raises his hand. 'Silence! Link, you've made some very serious charges against Sir Charles. You'd better have proof to back up your words, young man!'|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 103}}</ref> With the Mirror of Truth in his power, Link holds it up to Charles only to reveal that Charles is actually Ganon in disguise. The false knight quickly takes the Triforce of Wisdom and rushes off to the woods, where Link follows him and promptly defeats Charles by striking [[Charles's Necklace]], which was the true source of Ganon's power.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=With a neat chop he cuts the necklace in two. Charles gasps, clutching his throat. 'My necklace!' he cries. 'My beautiful necklace!' [...] Suddenly, Charless falls to his knees. [...] Charles's handsome features begin to melt away, exposing a grinning, bare skull with starving white eyesockets. [...] The evil wizard raises a claweed hand and Link suddenly feels as if he's under water. But Ganon's power isn't strong enough to stop Link from moving forward. [...] then, with a chilling shriek, he vanishes into thin air.|book= TSP|publisher= |page=96,97}}</ref> Link safely returns to the castle with the Triforce of Wisdom, and the king decides to celebrate in honor of Link having saved the kingdom once again.

In the {{ALttP|Ishinomori}}, Link starts out as a simple, bumbling kid who gradually grows more confident about his abilities and succeeds in rescuing [[Princess Zelda]] with the help of the friends he makes along his adventure. Like in the game, Link is a descendant of the Knights of Hyrule;<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I thought the old fool I destroyed in the castle was the '''last''' one! Could it be the whelp is '''also''' of their bloodline? '''Find him'''! And leave no stone unturned in your search! Do '''not''' return to this castle until you witness his last breath! Is that understood?|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=3}}</ref> because Link's parents stumbled into the Dark World, he was adopted by his uncle, who shielded him from the intrigues of the Royal Family.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Your parents were Knights of Hyrule... But they stumbled into the Dark World... You will never be able to enter the Dark World and find your parents! [...] They dwell now in the Dark World... After they disappeared, your uncle adopted you and shielded you from the intrigues of the Royal Family...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=14}}</ref> In the comic, Link and Zelda have a close bond with one another, as they share a dream together where Zelda comforts the young hero and heals his wounds while searching for the Pendants of Virtue.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=We are in our dream... If two people dream the same thing, they will meet...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''Zelda:''' You must be very tired... You have give us '''so''' much hope... You '''can't''' give up now... [...] Please rest...don't '''worry'''...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=9}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=My arm...it '''hurts'''...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=9}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''That''' was a strange dream! But my '''arm'''! Who '''did''' this?! [...] The Tower of Hera!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=10}}</ref>

At the beginning of the comic, Link is awoken as he is contacted telepathically by Princess Zelda, who asks him to save her from [[Hyrule Castle]]'s prison.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link... Help me... I'm being held prisoner in the castle... Help me... My name is Zelda...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=4}}</ref> Sneaking into the castle, Link witnesses [[Link's Uncle|his uncle's]] defeat against [[Agahnim]] and as such passes on his [[Sword]] and [[Fighter's Shield|Shield]] to the young hero. Before passing out, Link's Uncle explains that after the young hero rescues Zelda and the people in the [[Dark World]], he might be able to meet his parents.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Take my sword and shield. The princess...you must save her! After you rescue Zelda...and the people in the Dark World...you may meet your  parents...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref> Although Link is successful in rescuing the princess, Agahnim finds her once they reach the Sanctuary. As he kidnaps her, Zelda explains to Link that the Master Sword is the only weapon that can defeat the evil wizard.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It's no use fighting Agahnim with an ordinary sword! You need the Master Sword of legends past!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=17}}</ref> Knowing this, Link begins his search for the two remaining [[Pendants of Virtue]] to wield the Master Sword after [[Sahasrahla]] grants him the [[Pendant of Courage]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The symbols are the legendary Pendants of Virtue. I can help you with the Pendant of Courage...but finding the remaining two pendants is not a quest to be taken lightly... Do you really believe you can accomplish this task, young man?|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=13}}</ref> Link eventually finds the rest of the Pendants with Sahasrahla's guidance and travels to the Lost Woods, where the Master Sword selects him as its bearer. Although the young hero makes it to Hyrule Castle before Agahnim casts his final incantation on the princess, he is unable to defeat the wizard and Zelda is transported to the Dark World.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I have been awaiting your arrival, foolish hero! Watch now as your precious princess '''vanishes'''--before your very '''eyes'''! '''Behold!''' The last moment of Princess Zelda! '''NOW!'''|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page= 13,14}}</ref> With the help of Sahasrahla,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link, listen! Agahnim's magic is like a double-edged sword... The Master Sword was also forged to repel evil magic!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=4}}</ref> Link kills Agahnim by deflecting his own magic, but Agahnim, with his final breath, manages to transport Link into the Dark World.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It  appears you are not such a fool after all... But it makes no  difference... My defeat will not restore the wise men's seal, on the  contrary... [...] And with my final breath...you will join Zelda  in...the Dark World!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=5,6}}</ref>

Instead of turning into a rabbit when he stumbles into the Dark World like in the game, Link momentarily turns into a beast before suppressing his negative emotions and managing to stay in his human form.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Oh no! My negative emotions are turning me into a beast! I must not surrender to these emotions! I'll live a beast's life--forever! I won't!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref> He then resumes his search for the princess,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I will '''never''' give up! I will '''find''' Zelda even in the Dark World!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref> and befriends [[Epheremelda]] the [[Fairy]] after rescuing her from monsters.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Uggh! You're an '''ugly''' little mannn...but you have my thanksss for helping my Epheremelda... I sssaw your sssword and thought you were the knight...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=4}}</ref> Helping Link out as a guide, Link and his fairy companion successfully free two [[Maiden]]s from their [[crystal]]s, with one of them revealing to Link that Zelda is imprisoned inside {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Turtle Rock|link}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Thank  you for saving me, Link! I know you are searching for Zelda. She is  being held in a rock that looks like a turtle. But this rock is located  at the end of this world...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref> Link, with the help of [[Roam]], shows up and aids the young hero in defeating the monster in Turtle Rock.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''Move''' it, hero! Without that head, the monster's fire and ice will mix violently! You can guess what happens next!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=1}}</ref> With Zelda now saved, the trio head to {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Ganon's Tower|link}}, where Ganon rises from the defeated body of an Agahnim specter. Link stuns the beast with the Master Sword,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=His '''sword'''... I am '''paralyzed'''...|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=6}}</ref> allowing Zelda to fire a Silver Arrow from Roam's crossbow and defeat Ganon. The Triforce rises from Ganon's body and asks Link to touch it with one wish in his heart as its new master.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=  Welcome, Link... I am the Essence of the Triforce. [...] You have  totally destroyed Ganon. The Triforce is waiting for a new master. Its  Golden Power is in your hands--touch it with a '''wish''' in your heart.|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=8}}</ref> The Triforce transports them back to the now-peaceful Hyrule, where Link sees a vision of his father, mother and uncle, who congratulate him on his difficult victory.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link... You have done well, Link... In the Imprisoning War of years past, great armies risked all to seal Ganon in the Dark World. You, however, accomplished a much more lonely and difficult victory... It was not only by your own power, but also that of the many generations of knights and Wise Men who preceded you. Let the memories of their efforts humble you. Never forget!|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=11, 12}}</ref> The newly-crowned Queen Zelda appoints Link as the Master of the Knights of Hyrule,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link was appointed as Master of the Knights of Hyrule by the newly-crowned Queen Zelda.|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=13}}</ref> and the two of them, now being kept apart by their duties, share one last moment in the Lost Woods before Zelda gallops away on her horse.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It's '''ironic''',  isn't it... The psychic link between us was so strong when I was in  Ganon's clutches... But now that we are both free, and at peace...you  seem so '''distant''', guarding the Triforce... I am '''alone'''.|book= ALttP (Ishinomori)|publisher= |page=14}}</ref>

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Link plays a much smaller role in {{TWoG}}. The Royal Family is informed that the island of [[Gamelon]] has been seized by Ganon, and its ruler [[Duke Onkled]] has sent a request for urgent assistance. King Harkinian leaves to aid him, and Link is ordered to go to Gamelon if the King does not return in a month. He does so when the King winds up missing, but also disappears with no word back, forcing Zelda and [[Impa]] to leave for Gamelon. During their quest, they eventually learn through the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] that Link was involved in a terrible fight. However, his fate is ultimately left unknown. Zelda later learns from [[Lady Alma]] that she had met with Link, who had exchanged his {{Term|TWoG|Empty Bottle|link}} for a kiss. After defeating Ganon and rescuing her father, Zelda wonders what had happened to Link. Lady Alma disregards his disappearance and Zelda smashes her mirror, causing Link to inexplicably reappear, implying that he was trapped inside. He has no recollection of what had happened to him.

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|fighters= {{Stock|SSBU|Mr. Game & Watch|1}}<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Young Link|7}}

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In {{SMM2}}, the {{Term|SMM2|Master Sword|link}} appears as a power-up that Mario can grab to become {{Term|SMM2|Link}}.

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