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:''Not to be confused with {{Term|TP|Impaz|link}}, a character from {{TP}}.''
{{Hatnote|Not to be confused with {{Term|TP|Impaz|link}}, a character from {{TP}}.}}
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  |Artwork SS= File:SS Impa Artwork.png
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  |Artwork ALBW= File:ALBW Impa Artwork.png
  |Artwork ALBW= File:ALBW Impa Artwork.png
|Artwork TotK= File:TotK Impa Artwork.png
  |Render OoT3D= File:OoT3D Impa Render.png
  |Render OoT3D= File:OoT3D Impa Render.png
|Render BotW= File:NSO BotW June 2022 Week 2 - Character - Impa.png
  |Model OoT= File:OoT Impa Model.png
  |Model OoT= File:OoT Impa Model.png
  |Model OoT3D= File:OoT3D Impa Model.png
  |Model OoT3D= File:OoT3D Impa Model.png
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  |Model ALBW= File:ALBW Impa Model.png
  |Model ALBW= File:ALBW Impa Model.png
  |Model BotW= File:BotW Impa Model.png
  |Model BotW= File:BotW Impa Model.png
|Model TotK= File:TotK Impa Model.png
  |Sprite OoS= File:OoS Impa Sprite.png
  |Sprite OoS= File:OoS Impa Sprite.png
  |Sprite OoA= File:OoA Impa Sprite.png
  |Sprite OoA= File:OoA Impa Sprite.png
  |Sprite ALBW= File:ALBW Sage Impa Icon.png
  |Sprite ALBW= File:ALBW Sage Impa Icon.png
|Sprite TotK= File:TotK Impa Icon.png
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|pronunciation= {{List|{{IPA|ˈɪm.pə}} {{Respell|IM|pə}}<ref>{{Cite Web|quote=In addition to many Hyrulean soldiers, other characters, like Zelda, and Impa, will fight alongside you on the same field.|published=August 4, 2014|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_DZtTR3zu0&t=1m50s|title=Hyrule Warriors Direct|site=YouTube}}</ref>, {{IPA|ˈɪm.pɑː}} {{respell|IM|pah}}<ref>{{Cite|Impa|N/A|BotW}}</ref>}}
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{{Infobox Game Blocks
{{Infobox Game Blocks
  |OoT= Sage of Shadow<ref name="E Title">{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page=238 {{Exp Game|OoT}}}}</ref>
  |OoT= Sage of Shadow<ref name="E Title">{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page=238 {{Exp Game|OoT}}}}</ref>
  |SS= Servant of the Goddess<ref name="servant">{{Cite|By all rights the girl should have fallen into our hands already. She was nearly ours when that loathsome servant of the goddess snatched her away.|Ghirahim|SS}}</ref><br/>Agent of the Goddess<ref>{{Cite|Each statue stirred up memories within me. After I visited them all, Impa, an agent of the goddess, led me here...to the past.|Zelda|SS}}</ref>
  |SS= Agent of the Goddess<ref>{{Cite|Each statue stirred up memories within me. After I visited them all, Impa, an agent of the goddess, led me here...to the past.|Zelda|SS}}</ref>, Servant of the Goddess<ref name="servant">{{Cite|By all rights the girl should have fallen into our hands already. She was nearly ours when that loathsome servant of the goddess snatched her away.|Ghirahim|SS}}</ref>
  |HW= General Impa<ref>{{Cite|If General Impa had to retreat, what hope do the rest of us have?|Hylian Captain|HW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|General Impa, terrible news! The enemy wizard has seized the castle!|Hylian Soldier|HWDE}}</ref><br/>Commander Impa<ref>{{Cite|No thanks needed, Commander Impa! I was just doing my duty as the legendary hero.|Linkle|HWDE}}</ref>
|ALBW= Royal Nursemaid<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= ALBW |guide= Prima |page= 61}}</ref>
  |HWAoC= Lady Impa<ref>{{Cite|Good work, Lady Impa! We'll try our best to keep up!|Hylian Captain|HWAoC}}</ref><br/>Royal Advisor, Loyal Friend<ref>{{Cite|{{Big|Impa}}<br/>Royal Advisor, Loyal Friend|N/A|HWAoC}}</ref>
|BotW= Lady Impa<ref>{{Cite|Yes, I see... That {{Color|BotW Blue|Sheikah Slate}} is a symbol. It means you are the hero of legend. Though there are few who know of such legends anymore... But we Sheikah have been waiting for you a very long time. Please...before all else, I must insist that you meet with our leader, {{Color|BotW Red|Lady Impa}}.|Nanna|BotW}}</ref>
|TotK= Lady Impa{{Fact|TotK}}, The Sheikah Elder<ref>{{Cite|{{Big|'''Impa'''}}<br/>The Sheikah Elder|Game Screen|TotK}}</ref>
  |HW= Commander Impa<ref>{{Cite|No thanks needed, Commander Impa! I was just doing my duty as the legendary hero.|Linkle|HWDE}}</ref>, General Impa<ref>{{Cite|If General Impa had to retreat, what hope do the rest of us have?|Hylian Captain|HW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|General Impa, terrible news! The enemy wizard has seized the castle!|Hylian Soldier|HWDE}}</ref>, Hyrulean General<ref>{{Cite|Hyrulean General<br/>{{Big|Impa}}|N/A|HWDE}}</ref>, Sheikah Tribesman<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= HW |guide= Prima |page= 170}}</ref>
|HWDE= Sheikah Leader<ref>{{Cite Web|quote= Sheikah Leader<br/>IMPA |author= Nintendo |title= Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition - Character Highlight Series Trailer #1 - Nintendo Switch |url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXRKDDivbM4 |archive= |published= April 12, 2018 |retrieved= November 29, 2022|site= YouTube |type= video}}</ref>
  |HWAoC= Lady Impa<ref>{{Cite|Good work, Lady Impa! We'll try our best to keep up!|Hylian Captain|HWAoC}}</ref>, Royal Advisor{{,}} Loyal Friend<ref>{{Cite|{{Big|'''Impa'''}}<br/>Royal Advisor, Loyal Friend|Game Screen|HWAoC}}</ref>
}}
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{{Infobox Game Blocks
{{Infobox Game Blocks
  |SS= Grannie<ref>{{Cite|Link...I've made up my mind. I'm not going back. I'm staying right here with Grannie.|Groose|SS}}</ref>
  |SS= Grannie<ref>{{Cite|Link...I've made up my mind. I'm not going back. I'm staying right here with Grannie.|Groose|SS}}</ref>, Funny-Dressed Character<ref>{{Cite|Hey, I saw this {{Color|SS Red|funny-dressed character}} go into that hole over there.|Merco|SS}}</ref>
  |SSHD= The Old One<ref>{{Cite|The Old One|N/A|SSHD}}</ref>
  |SSHD= The Old One<ref>{{Cite|The Old One|N/A|SSHD}}</ref>
}}
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|race= {{Term|Series|Sheikah|link}}
|race= {{Term|Series|Sheikah|link}}
|gender= Female<ref name="conspired">{{Cite|Grandmother says she conspired with Princess Zelda and Auntie Purah 100 years ago.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>
|gender= Female<ref name="Conspired">{{Cite|Grandmother says she conspired with Princess Zelda and Auntie Purah 100 years ago.|Paya's Diary|BotW}}</ref>
|game= {{TLoZ}}<br/>{{TAoL}}<br/>{{OoT}}<br/>{{OoS}}<br/>{{OoA}}<br/>{{SS}}<br/>{{ALBW}}<br/>{{BotW}}
|game= TLoZ, TAoL, OoT, OoS, OoA, SS, ALBW, BotW, TotK
|other= {{TLoZ|Valiant Comics|-}}<br/>{{TSP}}<br/>{{TWoG}}<br/>{{OoA|Himekawa|-}}<br/>{{HW}}<br/>{{SSB4}}<br/>{{SSBU}}<br/>{{HWAoC}}
|other= TLoZ (Valiant Comics), TSP, TWoG, OoA (Wessel), OoA (Himekawa), HW, SSB4, SSBU, CoH, HWAoC
|era= {{Term|Series|Sky Era|link}}<br/>{{Term|Series|Era of the Hero of Time|link}}<br/>{{Term|Series|Era of Light and Dark|link}}<br/>{{Term|Series|Era of Decline|link}}
|era= {{List|{{Term|Series|Sky Era|link}}, {{Term|Series|Era of the Hero of Time|link}}, {{Term|Series|Era of Light and Dark|link}}, {{Term|Series|Era of Decline|link}}}}
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  |TP= {{Term|TP|Impaz|link}} {{Small|(implied relation)}}
  |TP= {{Term|TP|Impaz|link}} {{Small|(implied relation)}}
  |BotW= {{Term|BotW|Purah|link}} {{Small|(older sister)}}<ref>{{Cite|You may already know this, but although Impa looks a looooot older than me, she's actually my little sister.|Purah|BotW}}</ref><br/>{{Term|BotW|Paya|link}} {{Small|(granddaughter)}}<ref name="conspired"/>
  |BotW= {{Term|BotW|Purah|link}} {{Small|(older sister)}}<ref>{{Cite|You may already know this, but although Impa looks a looooot older than me, she's actually my little sister.|Purah|BotW}}</ref>, {{Term|BotW|Paya|link}} {{Small|(granddaughter)}}<ref name="Conspired"/>
|HWAoC= {{Term|HWAoC|Purah|link}} {{Small|(older sister)}}<ref>{{Cite|Phew, you saved my bacon! Thanks for always being there to clean up my messes, little sis.|Purah|HWAoC}}</ref>
}}
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{{Infobox Game Blocks
  |BotW= [[Andi Gibson]] {{Small|(English)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW">{{Cite web|quote= Impa (voice)|retrieved= December 21, 2021|url= https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3253986/fullcredits|title= The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (2017 Video Game) - Full Cast & Crew|site= IMDb}}</ref><br/>[[Shôko Tsuda]] {{Small|(Japanese)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/><br/>[[Brigitte Aubry]] {{Small|(French)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/><br/>[[Silke Matthias]] {{Small|(German)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/><br/>[[Elisabetta Cesone]] {{Small|(Italian)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/><br/>[[Elena Shulman]] {{Small|(Russian)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/><br/>[[Maria Luisa Maganya]] {{Small|(European Spanish)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/><br/>[[Yolanda Vidal]] {{Small|(Latin American Spanish)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>
  |BotW= [[Andi Gibson]] {{Small|(English)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW">{{Cite Web|quote= Impa (voice)|retrieved= December 21, 2021|url= https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3253986/fullcredits|title= The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (2017 Video Game) - Full Cast & Crew|site= IMDb}}</ref>, [[Shoko Tsuda]] {{Small|(Japanese)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>, [[Brigitte Aubry]] {{Small|(French)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>, [[Silke Matthias]] {{Small|(German)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>, [[Elisabetta Cesone]] {{Small|(Italian)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>, [[Elena Shulman]] {{Small|(Russian)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>, [[Maria Luisa Maganya]] {{Small|(European Spanish)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>, [[Yolanda Vidal]] {{Small|(Latin American Spanish)}}<ref name="IMDb BotW"/>
  |HWAoC= Andi Gibson {{Small|(English)}}<ref>name="IMDb HWAoC"/><br/>[[Marisol Romero]] {{Small|(Latin American Spanish)}}<ref name="IMDb  HWAoC"/>
  |HWAoC= Andi Gibson {{Small|(English)}}<ref name="IMDb HWAoC"/>, [[Akane Fujita]] {{Small|(Japanese)}}, [[Marisol Romero]] {{Small|(Latin American Spanish)}}<ref name="IMDb  HWAoC">{{Cite Web|quote = Impa (voice)|retrieved= December 21, 2021|url= https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13056692/fullcredits|title= Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (2020 Video Game) - Full Cast & Credits|site= IMDb}}</ref>
{Cite web|quote= Impa (voice)|retrieved= December 21, 2021|url= https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13056692/fullcredits|title= Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (2020 Video Game) - Full Cast & Credits|site= IMDb}}</ref>
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{{Term/Store|Impa|Impas|Series, TLoZ, TAoL, OoS, OoA, SS, SSHD, ALBW, BotW}} (pronounced {{IPA|ˈɪm.pə}} {{Respell|IM|pə}} or {{IPA|ˈɪm.pɑː}} {{respell|IM|pah}})<ref>{{Cite web|quote=In addition to many Hyrulean soldiers, other characters, like Zelda, and Impa, will fight alongside you on the same field.|published=August 4, 2014|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_DZtTR3zu0&t=1m50s|title=Hyrule Warriors Direct|site=YouTube}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|There you will find the elder, Impa.|King Rhoam|BotW}}</ref> is the family name of several female members of the {{Term|Series|Sheikah|link}},<ref name="E Title"/><ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 219,{{Exp Game|TLoZ}} 223,{{Exp Game|TAoL}} 250,{{Exp Game|OoS}} 254,{{Exp Game|OoA}} 295 {{Exp Game|SS}} & 300{{Exp Game|ALBW}}}}</ref><ref name="E Title"/> a mysterious tribe that has served and protected the {{Term|Series|Royal Family of Hyrule|link}} for many generations. Many {{Term|Series|Sheikah}} of the name so far have been associated with and taken on the role of accompanying an incarnation of {{Term|Series|Princess Zelda|link|display=Zelda}}, being like a bodyguard or attendant of sorts in some games. In addition, every {{Term|Series|Impa}} has given extensive information and guidance to the various incarnations of {{Term|Series|Link|link}} they encounter in their time.
{{Term/Store|Impa|Impas|Series, TLoZ, TAoL, OoS, OoA, SS, SSHD, ALBW, BotW, TotK, OoA (Wessel), HWAoC}} is the family name of several female members of the {{Term|Series|Sheikah|link}},<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 219, {{Exp Game|TLoZ}} 223, {{Exp Game|TAoL}} 250, {{Exp Game|OoS}} 254, {{Exp Game|OoA}} 295, {{Exp Game|SS}} & 300 {{Exp Game|ALBW}}}}</ref><ref name="E Title"/><ref>{{Cite|Impa|Game Screen|BotW}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|Impa|Game Screen|TotK}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= OoA (Wessel) |publisher= Scholastic |page= 6}}</ref><ref>{{Cite|{{Color|HWAoC Blue|Impa}}|Game Screen|HWAoC}}</ref> a mysterious tribe that has served and protected the {{Term|Series|Royal Family of Hyrule|link}} for many generations. Many {{Term|Series|Sheikah}} of the name so far have been associated with and taken on the role of accompanying an incarnation of {{Term|Series|Princess Zelda|link|display=Zelda}}, being like a bodyguard or attendant of sorts in some games. In addition, every {{Term|Series|Impa}} has given extensive information and guidance to the various incarnations of {{Term|Series|Link|link}} they encounter in their time.


==Biography==
==Biography==
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In {{OoT}}, Impa was born and raised in [[Kakariko Village]],<ref name=Quote3>{{Cite|You brave lad... We must protect this beautiful land of Hyrule! Take a good look at that mountain. That is Death Mountain, home of the Gorons. They hold the Spiritual Stone of Fire. At the foot of Death Mountain you will find my village, Kakariko. That is where I was born and raised. You should talk to some of the villagers there before you go up Death Mountain. The song I just taught you has some mysterious power. Only Royal Family members are allowed to learn this song. Remember, it will help to prove your connection with the Royal Family. The Princess is waiting for you to return to the castle with the stones. All right. We're counting on you!|Impa|OoT}}</ref> the village of the [[Sheikah]].<ref>{{Cite|This used to be the great Impa's house, but she doesn't live here any longer. It is now open to all villagers. You are free to go on in. This village used to be a Sheikah village, but the great Impa opened it to everyone.|Soldier|OoT}}</ref> She was selected as [[Princess Zelda]]'s attendant and likely left her village around that time, giving it to the people of other races.<ref>{{Cite|Hello there, son. Zelda's attendant, the great Impa, opened this village to the common people. We have only a small population now, but someday this place will be as lively as Hyrule Castle Town! Oh, yes! It will! Climb up the stairs at the north end of the village to find the trail that leads up Death Mountain. But you need the King's permission to actually go up the mountain.|Soldier|OoT}}</ref> Though [[Hyrule Castle]] became her new home,<ref>{{Cite|Have you heard the legend of the "Shadow Folk"? They are the Sheikah...the shadows of the Hylians. They say they swore allegiance to the King of Hyrule and guarded the Royal Family. But with the long peace, no one has seen a Sheikah around here for a long time. However... I heard there is one Sheikah woman living in the castle...|Hylian|OoT}}</ref> she still kept a watching eye over Kakariko,<ref>{{Cite|I am the boss of the Carpenters that Impa hired to improve this village and make it into a true city! But young men these days don't have any ambition... Do you know what I mean, kid? My workers are just running aimlessly around the village, and they're not making any progress at all... Even my own son doesn't have a job, and he just wanders around all day! They're all worthless, I tell you!!|Master Craftsman|OoT}}</ref> but most of her attention went to the young princess. Until Link came along, Impa was the only one who believed her visions.
In {{OoT}}, Impa was born and raised in [[Kakariko Village]],<ref name=Quote3>{{Cite|You brave lad... We must protect this beautiful land of Hyrule! Take a good look at that mountain. That is Death Mountain, home of the Gorons. They hold the Spiritual Stone of Fire. At the foot of Death Mountain you will find my village, Kakariko. That is where I was born and raised. You should talk to some of the villagers there before you go up Death Mountain. The song I just taught you has some mysterious power. Only Royal Family members are allowed to learn this song. Remember, it will help to prove your connection with the Royal Family. The Princess is waiting for you to return to the castle with the stones. All right. We're counting on you!|Impa|OoT}}</ref> the village of the [[Sheikah]].<ref>{{Cite|This used to be the great Impa's house, but she doesn't live here any longer. It is now open to all villagers. You are free to go on in. This village used to be a Sheikah village, but the great Impa opened it to everyone.|Soldier|OoT}}</ref> She was selected as [[Princess Zelda]]'s attendant and likely left her village around that time, giving it to the people of other races.<ref>{{Cite|Hello there, son. Zelda's attendant, the great Impa, opened this village to the common people. We have only a small population now, but someday this place will be as lively as Hyrule Castle Town! Oh, yes! It will! Climb up the stairs at the north end of the village to find the trail that leads up Death Mountain. But you need the King's permission to actually go up the mountain.|Soldier|OoT}}</ref> Though [[Hyrule Castle]] became her new home,<ref>{{Cite|Have you heard the legend of the "Shadow Folk"? They are the Sheikah...the shadows of the Hylians. They say they swore allegiance to the King of Hyrule and guarded the Royal Family. But with the long peace, no one has seen a Sheikah around here for a long time. However... I heard there is one Sheikah woman living in the castle...|Hylian|OoT}}</ref> she still kept a watching eye over Kakariko,<ref>{{Cite|I am the boss of the Carpenters that Impa hired to improve this village and make it into a true city! But young men these days don't have any ambition... Do you know what I mean, kid? My workers are just running aimlessly around the village, and they're not making any progress at all... Even my own son doesn't have a job, and he just wanders around all day! They're all worthless, I tell you!!|Master Craftsman|OoT}}</ref> but most of her attention went to the young princess. Until Link came along, Impa was the only one who believed her visions.


Link met Impa for the first time in [[Hyrule Castle]], where she taught him "[[Zelda's Lullaby]]."<ref>{{Cite|I am Impa of the Sheikahs. I am responsible for protecting Princess Zelda. Everything is exactly as the Princess foretold. You are a courageous boy... You are heading out on a big, new adventure, aren't you? My role in the Princess's dream was to teach a melody to the one from the forest. This is an ancient melody passed down by the Royal Family. I have played this song for Princess Zelda as a lullaby ever since she was a baby... There is mysterious power in these notes. Now listen carefully... Memorize this song...|Impa|OoT}}</ref> She then helped him leave the castle.<ref>{{Cite|If the castle soldiers find you, there will be trouble. Let me lead you out of the castle.|Impa|OoT}}</ref> Outside, she advised Link to head to [[Death Mountain]] to find the next [[Spiritual Stone]]<ref name=Quote3/> and returned to the princess. However, while Link was searching for the remaining Spiritual Stones, [[Ganondorf]] attacked [[Hyrule Castle]], forcing Impa to flee with Princess Zelda.<ref>{{Cite|The one riding on the white horse holding the little girl... Wasn't that a legendary Sheikah?|Hylian|OoT}}.</ref> She barely managed to escape Ganondorf and stayed in hiding with the princess for seven years. It is likely that she was the one who raised Zelda during those years and taught her what she had to know to pass off as a Sheikah. Impa also kept protecting Kakariko Village to her best effort.<ref>{{Cite|This is the great Impa's house! The great Impa has gone to the graveyard to seal up the humongous creature there. Since Ganondorf appeared, many monsters have been sighted around here. Only the great Impa has kept peace in our village. You have to remember that, young man! Oh well. Speaking of the great Impa, she hasn't come back yet. I wonder what happened to her?|Hylian|OoT}}</ref>   
Link met Impa for the first time in [[Hyrule Castle]], where she taught him "[[Zelda's Lullaby]]."<ref>{{Cite|I am Impa of the Sheikahs. I am responsible for protecting Princess Zelda. Everything is exactly as the Princess foretold. You are a courageous boy... You are heading out on a big, new adventure, aren't you? My role in the Princess's dream was to teach a melody to the one from the forest. This is an ancient melody passed down by the Royal Family. I have played this song for Princess Zelda as a lullaby ever since she was a baby... There is mysterious power in these notes. Now listen carefully... Memorize this song...|Impa|OoT}}</ref> She then helped him leave the castle.<ref>{{Cite|If the castle soldiers find you, there will be trouble. Let me lead you out of the castle.|Impa|OoT}}</ref> Outside, she advised Link to head to [[Death Mountain]] to find the next [[Spiritual Stone]]<ref name=Quote3/> and returned to the princess. However, after Link acquired the remaining Spiritual Stones, [[Ganondorf]] attacked [[Hyrule Castle]], forcing Impa to flee with Princess Zelda.<ref>{{Cite|The one riding on the white horse holding the little girl... Wasn't that a legendary Sheikah?|Hylian|OoT}}.</ref> She barely managed to escape Ganondorf and stayed in hiding with the princess for seven years. It is likely that she was the one who raised Zelda during those years and taught her what she had to know to pass off as a Sheikah. Impa also kept protecting Kakariko Village to her best effort.<ref>{{Cite|This is the great Impa's house! The great Impa has gone to the graveyard to seal up the humongous creature there. Since Ganondorf appeared, many monsters have been sighted around here. Only the great Impa has kept peace in our village. You have to remember that, young man! Oh well. Speaking of the great Impa, she hasn't come back yet. I wonder what happened to her?|Hylian|OoT}}</ref>   


When Zelda was old enough to take care of herself, Impa started focusing on her old village again. An [[Bongo Bongo|old evil]] that had plagued Kakariko Village in the past and that was locked up by Impa, had returned. Impa went to the [[Shadow Temple]] in order to imprison the creature again. When Link went to Kakariko Village after his seven-year slumber, Sheik greeted him and told him about Impa.<ref>{{Cite|Looks like you're coming around... Link... A terrible thing has happened! The evil shadow spirit has been released! Impa, the leader of Kakariko Village, had sealed the evil shadow spirit in the bottom of the well.... But the force of the evil spirit got so strong, the seal of the well broke, and it escaped into the world!! I believe Impa has gone to the Shadow Temple to seal it up again, but...she will be in danger without any help! Link! Impa is one of the six Sages. Destroy the evil shadow spirit and save Impa! There is an entrance to the Shadow Temple beneath the graveyard behind this village. The only thing I can do for you is teach you the melody that will lead you to the Shadow Temple... This is the melody that will draw you into the infinite darkness that absorbs even time... Listen to this, the Nocturne of Shadow!! Let me take care of the village! I'm counting on you, Link!|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> Link followed Impa into the Shadow Temple and was able to kill the creature, awakening Impa as the [[Sage|Sage of Shadows]]. As her new duty as a Sage prevented her from being at Princess Zelda's side, her final words to Link were a request to protect the princess on her behalf.<ref>{{Cite|The boy with the noble Zelda's Ocarina... As I expected, you have come. I am Impa, one of the Sheikah. I am Princess Zelda's caretaker, and I am also the Sage who guards the Shadow Temple. We Sheikah have served the royalty of Hyrule from generation to generation as attendants. However... On that day seven years ago, Ganondorf suddenly attacked... and Hyrule Castle surrendered after a short time. Ganondorf's target was one of the keys to the Sacred Realm...the hidden treasure of the Royal Family... The Ocarina of Time! My duty bound me to take Zelda out of Ganondorf's reach. When last I saw you, as we made our escape from the castle, you were just a lad... Now I see that you have become a fine hero... There's nothing to worry about... The Princess is safe now. Soon, you'll meet Princess Zelda face-to-face, and she will explain everything... That is when we, the six Wise Ones, will seal up the Evil King and return peace to Hyrule. I have to stay here... You go to Princess Zelda's side and protect her on my behalf. Now I put my power, which should be helpful to you, into this Medallion!|Impa|OoT}}</ref> Before leaving, Link received the [[Shadow Medallion]] from her.<ref>{{Cite|You received the Shadow Medallion! Impa awakens as a Sage and adds her power to yours!|N/A|OoT}}</ref>
When Zelda was old enough to take care of herself, Impa started focusing on her old village again. An [[Bongo Bongo|old evil]] that had plagued Kakariko Village in the past and that was locked up by Impa, had returned. Impa went to the [[Shadow Temple]] in order to imprison the creature again. When Link went to Kakariko Village after his seven-year slumber, Sheik greeted him and told him about Impa.<ref>{{Cite|Looks like you're coming around... Link... A terrible thing has happened! The evil shadow spirit has been released! Impa, the leader of Kakariko Village, had sealed the evil shadow spirit in the bottom of the well.... But the force of the evil spirit got so strong, the seal of the well broke, and it escaped into the world!! I believe Impa has gone to the Shadow Temple to seal it up again, but...she will be in danger without any help! Link! Impa is one of the six Sages. Destroy the evil shadow spirit and save Impa! There is an entrance to the Shadow Temple beneath the graveyard behind this village. The only thing I can do for you is teach you the melody that will lead you to the Shadow Temple... This is the melody that will draw you into the infinite darkness that absorbs even time... Listen to this, the Nocturne of Shadow!! Let me take care of the village! I'm counting on you, Link!|Sheik|OoT}}</ref> Link followed Impa into the Shadow Temple and was able to kill the creature, awakening Impa as the {{Term|OoT3D|Sage of Shadow|link}}. As her new duty as a {{Term|OoT3D|Sage|link}} prevented her from being at Princess Zelda's side, her final words to Link were a request to protect the princess on her behalf.<ref>{{Cite|The boy with the noble Zelda's Ocarina... As I expected, you have come. I am Impa, one of the Sheikah. I am Princess Zelda's caretaker, and I am also the Sage who guards the Shadow Temple. We Sheikah have served the royalty of Hyrule from generation to generation as attendants. However... On that day seven years ago, Ganondorf suddenly attacked... and Hyrule Castle surrendered after a short time. Ganondorf's target was one of the keys to the Sacred Realm...the hidden treasure of the Royal Family... The Ocarina of Time! My duty bound me to take Zelda out of Ganondorf's reach. When last I saw you, as we made our escape from the castle, you were just a lad... Now I see that you have become a fine hero... There's nothing to worry about... The Princess is safe now. Soon, you'll meet Princess Zelda face-to-face, and she will explain everything... That is when we, the six Wise Ones, will seal up the Evil King and return peace to Hyrule. I have to stay here... You go to Princess Zelda's side and protect her on my behalf. Now I put my power, which should be helpful to you, into this Medallion!|Impa|OoT}}</ref> Before leaving, Link received the [[Shadow Medallion]] from her.<ref>{{Cite|You received the Shadow Medallion! Impa awakens as a Sage and adds her power to yours!|N/A|OoT}}</ref>


When Link defeated Ganon, Impa and the other Sages bundled their powers to seal away Ganon. During the ending, she could be seen overlooking a celebrating [[Hyrule]] on [[Death Mountain]] with the other Sages.
When Link defeated Ganon, Impa and the other Sages bundled their powers to seal away Ganon. During the ending, she could be seen overlooking a celebrating [[Hyrule]] on [[Death Mountain]] with the other Sages.
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==={{OoS|-}}===
{{Manual|OoS|Impa|As a royal nurse, Impa has cared for Hyrule's Princess Zelda since her birth. Zelda has ordered Impa to lead the Oracle of Seasons to Hyrule, and she meets Link on the way.}}
Impa is the trusted nursemaid of Princess Zelda in {{OoS}}, and she has been sent to bring the [[Din (Oracle)|Oracle of Seasons]] away from the dangers that threaten her in [[Holodrum]] and take her back to [[Hyrule]]. Impa poses as the cook for the [[Troupe of Performers]] accompanied by Din at the beginning of the game in a bid to stay close to Din.<ref>{{Cite|I am Impa, the troupe's cook. And you are?|Impa|OoS}}</ref> Unfortunately for her, before she could get a chance to relocate Din to safety, General Onox attacked the troupe and captured Din via a tornado. After [[Din (Oracle)|Din]] is captured by [[General Onox]], she puts all her trust into [[Link]], as he bears the [[Mark of the Triforce]]. In addition, because of Onox's attack, she was unable to aid Link directly due to sustaining an injury.
Impa is the trusted nursemaid of Princess Zelda in {{OoS}}, and she has been sent to bring the [[Din (Oracle)|Oracle of Seasons]] away from the dangers that threaten her in [[Holodrum]] and take her back to [[Hyrule]]. Impa poses as the cook for the [[Troupe of Performers]] accompanied by Din at the beginning of the game in a bid to stay close to Din.<ref>{{Cite|I am Impa, the troupe's cook. And you are?|Impa|OoS}}</ref> Unfortunately for her, before she could get a chance to relocate Din to safety, General Onox attacked the troupe and captured Din via a tornado. After [[Din (Oracle)|Din]] is captured by [[General Onox]], she puts all her trust into [[Link]], as he bears the [[Mark of the Triforce]]. In addition, because of Onox's attack, she was unable to aid Link directly due to sustaining an injury.


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==={{OoA|-}}===
{{Manual|OoA|Impa|As a royala nurse, Impa has cared for Hyrule's Princess Zelda since her birth. Link rescues her from an attack by roving beasts, but something about her doesn't seem right.}}
[[File:Impa Possessed.png|left|Impa possessed by Veran]]
[[File:Impa Possessed.png|left|Impa possessed by Veran]]
Impa is the trusted nursemaid of [[Princess Zelda]] in {{OoA}}. Impa, sent by Zelda to bring [[Nayru (Oracle)|Nayru]] back to [[Hyrule]] for protection, meets [[Link]] when she finds she cannot move a large rock with the [[Mark of the Triforce]] upon it: Link moves this with ease. However, [[Veran]], Sorceress of Shadow, possessed Impa prior to Link's arrival. Veran transfers herself into Nayru, leaving Impa's body. After Nayru is kidnapped, she puts all her trust in Link to save [[Labrynna]]. Because Veran's possession of her proved taxing for her, she could not directly aid Link in his quest, though she did help Link regarding finding a secret passage in Nayru's house leading to the [[Harp of Ages]].
Impa is the trusted nursemaid of [[Princess Zelda]] in {{OoA}}. Impa, sent by Zelda to bring [[Nayru (Oracle)|Nayru]] back to [[Hyrule]] for protection, meets [[Link]] when she finds she cannot move a large rock with the [[Mark of the Triforce]] upon it: Link moves this with ease. However, [[Veran]], Sorceress of Shadow, possessed Impa prior to Link's arrival. Veran transfers herself into Nayru, leaving Impa's body. After Nayru is kidnapped, she puts all her trust in Link to save [[Labrynna]]. Because Veran's possession of her proved taxing for her, she could not directly aid Link in his quest, though she did help Link regarding finding a secret passage in Nayru's house leading to the [[Harp of Ages]].


==={{SS|-}}===
==={{SS|-}}===
{{Fi|Unknown|Name and other information are unknown, but signs indicate that this individual is extremely aged.
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|quote1= <p>Name and other information are unknown, but signs indicate that this individual is extremely aged.</p><p>I detect no danger from her aura. Signs indicate that she is here to protect the temple.</p>


I detect no danger from her aura. Signs indicate that she is here to protect the temple.
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|quote2= <p>Name and other information are unknown, but signs indicate that this individual is extremely aged.</p><p>I can verify that she has a strong apprehension of impending crisis with regard to the giant monster in this area that is trying to free itself.</p>


I can verify that she has a strong apprehension of impending crisis with regard to the giant monster in this area that is trying to free itself.}}
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{{Fi|Impa|Her name is '''Impa''', a calm and collected individual. Receiving her orders from the goddess, she protects Zelda. She is a female warrior with a mission.  
|quote3= Her name is {{Color|SS Blue|Impa}}, a calm and collected individual. Receiving her orders from the goddess, she protects Zelda. She is a female warrior with a mission.
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Her name is '''Impa''', and she is a calm and collected individual. This female warrior was tasked by the goddess with the mission of protecting Zelda. She is mildly injured. There is a 98% probability that she sustained an injury from '''Ghirahim''', who passed through here recently.}}  
|quote4= <p>Her name is {{Color|SS Blue|Impa}}, and she is a calm and collected individual. This female warrior was tasked by the goddess with the mission of protecting Zelda.</p><p>She is mildly injured. There is a 98% probability that she sustained an injury from {{Color|SS Blue|Ghirahim}}, who passed through here recently.</p>
}}


[[File:SS Old Woman Artwork.png|right|x250px|Artwork of aged Impa from {{SS|-}}]]
[[File:SS Old Woman Artwork.png|right|x250px|Artwork of aged Impa from {{SS|-}}]]
In {{SS}}, Impa appears tall and lithe. She has straight light blonde hair, very tanned skin, and the standard red eyes of the Sheikah tribe. The Sheikah [[Eye Symbol]] is tattooed in red on her forehead, and her left eye is tattooed with the three white marks above and a white teardrop below in the form of the same symbol. She also dresses in blueish-purple clothing marked with yellow lines, an orange belt around her waist, and briefly wears a black cloak also marked with yellow lines.
In {{SS}}, Impa appears tall and lithe. She has straight light blonde hair, very tanned skin, and the standard red eyes of the Sheikah tribe. The Sheikah [[Eye Symbol]] is tattooed in red on her forehead, and her left eye is tattooed with the three white marks above and a white teardrop below in the form of the same symbol. She also dresses in blueish-purple clothing marked with yellow lines, an orange belt around her waist, and briefly wears a black cloak also marked with yellow lines.
 
As an old woman, her hair is greyish blonde and has become very long, now braided and wrapped around her eyes and forehead; it hangs down on one side for use as a pendulum. The white teardrop is still visible but elongated on her wrinkled cheek. She stands quite short and wears a pointed red hood and cape with a variation of the Sheikah eye symbol on the back.
As an old woman, her hair is greyish blonde and has become very long, now braided and wrapped around her eyes and forehead; it hangs down on one side for use as a pendulum. The white teardrop is still visible but elongated on her wrinkled cheek. She stands quite short and wears a pointed red hood and cape with a variation of the Sheikah eye symbol on the back.


Impa appears as one of the chosen guardians of the goddess [[Hylia]], who is tasked with watching over [[Demise]] in the form of [[The Imprisoned]]. Impa is a loyal and dedicated guardian and servant to the goddess and states that she gladly will take on the duty.<ref>{{Cite|Someone must stay behind to watch over this blade. His spirit must not reawaken. He must never be allowed to threaten the world again. This is the nature of the task given to my tribe. As a member of the Sheikah, the goddess's chosen guardians, I gladly welcome this duty. Zelda, I shall watch over the Triforce.|Impa|SS}}</ref>  
Impa appears as one of the chosen guardians of the goddess [[Hylia]], who is tasked with watching over [[Demise]] in the form of [[The Imprisoned]]. Impa is a loyal and dedicated guardian and servant to the goddess and states that she gladly will take on the duty.<ref>{{Cite|Someone must stay behind to watch over this blade. His spirit must not reawaken. He must never be allowed to threaten the world again. This is the nature of the task given to my tribe. As a member of the Sheikah, the goddess's chosen guardians, I gladly welcome this duty. Zelda, I shall watch over the Triforce.|Impa|SS}}</ref>  


In the final days of her life following a fierce battle with the ''Demon King Demise'', the goddess ordered Impa to enter a [[Gate of Time]] to the far future to protect her [[Princess Zelda#Skyward Sword|eventual mortal incarnation]] and to help her remember her former life.<ref>{{Cite|Zelda, at the command of the goddess, I passed through the Gate of Time. I did so to protect you and aid the fight to prevent the world's destruction.|Impa|SS}}</ref> When Hylia is reborn on the floating island of [[Skyloft]] as [[Princess Zelda#Skyward Sword|Zelda]], she falls to [[Hyrule|the Surface]]. Impa then meets with the former goddess while saving her from a group of [[Bokoblin]]s near the [[Earth Temple (Skyward Sword)|Earth Temple]], later protecting her from [[Ghirahim]]'s grasp as he is chasing after the young girl.<ref name="servant"/> Shortly afterward, she voices concerns during her first encounter with [[Link#Skyward Sword|Link]] at the fiery temple, believing that he is unworthy of being Hylia's chosen hero, as she was forced to intervene to protect the goddess incarnate during the young hero's absence.<ref>{{Cite|It took you far too long to get here. Looking at you, I fear the goddess is mistaken in her choice of agents. If this failure is any indication, you have no hope of defending Her Grace from those who seek to assail her.|Impa|SS}}</ref> Later, at the [[Temple of Time#Skyward Sword|Temple of Time]] in [[Lanayru Desert]], she faces Ghirahim in a brief battle while Zelda escapes through a [[Gate of Time]] at the temple. She is saved by Link when her magical defenses are overwhelmed by her opponent's powers.<ref>{{Cite|I will. You have my thanks, [Link].|Impa|SS}}</ref> She is thus able to proceed through the Gate of Time with Zelda after instructing Link to tell "the old woman" in the [[Sealed Grounds]] the recent events so that he may know where to go.<ref>{{Cite|[Link]! You must go now. Return to the old woman at the Sealed Grounds. Tell her what happened here. She will know where you must go!|Impa|SS}}</ref> Impa then escapes into the past, destroying the gate as it closes behind her and Zelda to prevent Ghirahim from pursuing them.<ref>{{Cite|Your Grace! Quickly, to the gate!|Impa|SS}}</ref>
In the final days of her life following a fierce battle with the ''Demon King Demise'', the goddess ordered Impa to enter a [[Gate of Time]] to the far future to protect her [[Princess Zelda#Skyward Sword|eventual mortal incarnation]] and to help her remember her former life.<ref>{{Cite|Zelda, at the command of the goddess, I passed through the Gate of Time. I did so to protect you and aid the fight to prevent the world's destruction.|Impa|SS}}</ref> When Hylia is reborn on the floating island of [[Skyloft]] as [[Princess Zelda#Skyward Sword|Zelda]], she falls to [[Hyrule|the Surface]]. Impa then meets with the former goddess while saving her from a group of [[Bokoblin]]s near the {{Term|SS|Earth Temple|link}}, later protecting her from [[Ghirahim]]'s grasp as he is chasing after the young girl.<ref name="servant"/> Shortly afterward, she voices concerns during her first encounter with [[Link#Skyward Sword|Link]] at the fiery temple, believing that he is unworthy of being Hylia's chosen hero, as she was forced to intervene to protect the goddess incarnate during the young hero's absence.<ref>{{Cite|It took you far too long to get here. Looking at you, I fear the goddess is mistaken in her choice of agents. If this failure is any indication, you have no hope of defending Her Grace from those who seek to assail her.|Impa|SS}}</ref> Later, at the [[Temple of Time#Skyward Sword|Temple of Time]] in [[Lanayru Desert]], she faces Ghirahim in a brief battle while Zelda escapes through a [[Gate of Time]] at the temple. She is saved by Link when her magical defenses are overwhelmed by her opponent's powers.<ref>{{Cite|I will. You have my thanks, [Link].|Impa|SS}}</ref> She is thus able to proceed through the Gate of Time with Zelda after instructing Link to tell "the old woman" in the [[Sealed Grounds]] the recent events so that he may know where to go.<ref>{{Cite|[Link]! You must go now. Return to the old woman at the Sealed Grounds. Tell her what happened here. She will know where you must go!|Impa|SS}}</ref> Impa then escapes into the past, destroying the gate as it closes behind her and Zelda to prevent Ghirahim from pursuing them.<ref>{{Cite|Your Grace! Quickly, to the gate!|Impa|SS}}</ref>


Link follows Impa's advice and returns to the old woman, who explains that Link will need to strengthen the [[Goddess Sword]] with the power of the three [[Sacred Flames]] in order to awaken the Gate of Time in the [[Sealed Temple]].<ref>{{Cite|Ah, sorry to disappoint you, boy, but for now your sword lacks the power necessary to awaken the gate. Faron Woods...Eldin Volcano...and Lanayru Desert... A sacred flame is hidden somewhere in each of these lands. Seek them out, and purify your sword in their heat. Only after your blade has been tempered by these three fires will it be fully imbued with the great power for which you search.|Impa|SS}}</ref> She also teaches the young hero how to play the [[Goddess's Harp]] as well as the "[[Ballad of the Goddess]]" to help him on his quest.<ref>{{Cite|Focus and play in time with the pulsing of the circle of light. When your timing is right, I shall join my voice to your harp. Listen well, for the song I sing will be of great help to you in your journey.|Impa|SS}}</ref>
Link follows Impa's advice and returns to the old woman, who explains that Link will need to strengthen the [[Goddess Sword]] with the power of the three [[Sacred Flames]] in order to awaken the Gate of Time in the [[Sealed Temple]].<ref>{{Cite|Ah, sorry to disappoint you, boy, but for now your sword lacks the power necessary to awaken the gate. Faron Woods...Eldin Volcano...and Lanayru Desert... A sacred flame is hidden somewhere in each of these lands. Seek them out, and purify your sword in their heat. Only after your blade has been tempered by these three fires will it be fully imbued with the great power for which you search.|Impa|SS}}</ref> She also teaches the young hero how to play the [[Goddess's Harp]] as well as the "[[Ballad of the Goddess]]" to help him on his quest.<ref>{{Cite|Focus and play in time with the pulsing of the circle of light. When your timing is right, I shall join my voice to your harp. Listen well, for the song I sing will be of great help to you in your journey.|Impa|SS}}</ref>
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Impa was formerly a royal adviser, responsible for relic research.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book=CaC |publisher= |page=360 }}</ref> She is about one hundred and twenty years old.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book=CaC |publisher= |page=398 }}</ref>
Impa was formerly a royal adviser, responsible for relic research.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book=CaC |publisher= |page=360 }}</ref> She is about one hundred and twenty years old.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book=CaC |publisher= |page=398 }}</ref>
==={{TotK|-}}===
After passing on her duties as chief of {{Term|TotK|Kakariko Village|link}} to her granddaughter, {{Term|TotK|Paya|link}}, {{Term|TotK|Impa}} has begun traveling {{Term|TotK|Hyrule|link}} with {{Term|TotK|Cado|link}} in order to investigate {{Plural|TotK|Geoglyph|link}}.


==Other Appearances==
==Other Appearances==
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[[File:Impa (VC).png|thumb|right|Impa in the comic]]
[[File:Impa (VC).png|thumb|right|Impa in the comic]]
Impa's appearance in the {{TLoZ|Valiant Comics}} is very similar to that of her {{TLoZ|-}} and {{TAoL|-}} depiction, and she only briefly appears in three stories out of the twelve featured in the comic, including ''[[He Also Serves]]'', ''[[Day of the Triforce]]'', and ''[[Choices]]''. She is Princess Zelda's nursemaid<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Zelda sent her loyal nursemaid Impa to find this hero...|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=Prologue [Issue 1]}}</ref> and is wise in all things concerning the land of [[Hyrule]] and the [[Triforce]]. Because of this, her advice to Link and Zelda is crucial in their quest to protect the kingdom from Ganon. In ''[[He Also Serves]]'',  Impa is the one that warns Link, through the prophetic words of the Triforce of Wisdom, that Hyrule could fall at the hands of Ganon if the young hero leaves the [[North Palace]] to accompany the princess to another town in the kingdom.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Hyrule's  North Palace destroyed. Ganon triumphant. Link doomed. Zelda's people  enslaved. All these things will come to pass...if Link leaves the North Palace today. [...] Yes, Zelda! There can be no mistake. The Triforce of Wisdom predicted it to me this morning. Link, you must not leave the palace!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=1 [He Also Serves]}}</ref> She also explains to Zelda that the Triforce of Wisdom cannot be used as a weapon, but instead as guidance to be able to wield the sacred [[Silver Arrow]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''No!''' The Triforce of Wisdom is not a weapon. But it can grant you the wisdom that will help you use the weapons of truth and light! Find a Silver Arrow. If your heart is true, the Triforce will help you use it to destroy Ganon.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=4 [Choices]}}</ref> When Zelda goes to Impa and worriedly tells her that the Triforce of Wisdom has disappeared,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Impa! The Triforce of Wisdom--! It's GONE!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=1}}</ref> Impa explains to her that it is because the ''[[Day of the Triforce]]'' has arrived, which causes all three Triforce pieces to disappear for one day every decade.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Yes, Zelda! The day has come... Once each day, princess, all three Triforces--Wisdom, Power, and Courage--disappear from Hyrule for one day, from dawn to dusk!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=1}}</ref>
Impa's appearance in the {{TLoZ|Valiant Comics}} is very similar to that of her {{TLoZ|-}} and {{TAoL|-}} depiction, and she only briefly appears in three stories out of the twelve featured in the comic, including ''[[He Also Serves]]'', ''[[Day of the Triforce]]'', and ''[[Choices]]''. She is Princess Zelda's nursemaid<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Zelda sent her loyal nursemaid Impa to find this hero...|book= TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=Prologue [Issue 1]}}</ref> and is wise in all things concerning the land of [[Hyrule]] and the [[Triforce]]. Because of this, her advice to Link and Zelda is crucial in their quest to protect the kingdom from Ganon. In ''[[He Also Serves]]'',  Impa is the one that warns Link, through the prophetic words of the Triforce of Wisdom, that Hyrule could fall at the hands of Ganon if the young hero leaves the [[North Palace]] to accompany the princess to another town in the kingdom.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Hyrule's  North Palace destroyed. Ganon triumphant. Link doomed. Zelda's people  enslaved. All these things will come to pass...if Link leaves the North Palace today. [...] Yes, Zelda! There can be no mistake. The Triforce of Wisdom predicted it to me this morning. Link, you must not leave the palace!|book= TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=1 [He Also Serves]}}</ref> She also explains to Zelda that the Triforce of Wisdom cannot be used as a weapon, but instead as guidance to be able to wield the sacred [[Silver Arrow]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''No!''' The Triforce of Wisdom is not a weapon. But it can grant you the wisdom that will help you use the weapons of truth and light! Find a Silver Arrow. If your heart is true, the Triforce will help you use it to destroy Ganon.|book= TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=4 [Choices]}}</ref> When Zelda goes to Impa and worriedly tells her that the Triforce of Wisdom has disappeared,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Impa! The Triforce of Wisdom--! It's GONE!|book= TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=1}}</ref> Impa explains to her that it is because the ''[[Day of the Triforce]]'' has arrived, which causes all three Triforce pieces to disappear for one day every decade.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Yes, Zelda! The day has come... Once each day, princess, all three Triforces--Wisdom, Power, and Courage--disappear from Hyrule for one day, from dawn to dusk!|book= TLoZ (Valiant Comics)|publisher= |page=1}}</ref>
{{Noncanon|End}}


==={{TSP|-}}===
==={{TSP|-}}===
Impa appears once again serving as Princess Zelda's nursemaid in {{TSP}}, portrayed as an elderly woman. She plays a major role in the book since it is through her wise words that Link is able to discover [[Charles of Moria|Charles]]'s [[Ganon|true identity]]. She is first introduced in the book when Link and Charles are having the archery match. Just as Link is choosing the [[Arrow]] that he will use for the match, Impa walks towards him and tells him to use the [[Green Arrow]] that she puts in his hand, saying it is enchanted with magic.<ref name=arrow>{{Cite Book|quote='Link,' she says. 'Use this.' She shoves a green arrow into his hand. 'Why?' Link asks. Impa pinches Link's cheek. 'Magic,' she says and disappears back into the crowd.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 83}}</ref> After the Green Arrow lands way off the bulls-eye, Impa warns the young hero that Charles is in possession of strong magic.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link feels his heart drop. He looks at Impa. 'What happened?' The old woman shakes her head. 'That arrow I gave you was magic. Some powerful force must have thrown it off.' 'Hmm,' Link says grimly. He stares at Charles. 'The more I see of Sir Charles, the more I wonder what he's really up to.'|book= The Shadow Prince|publisher=Mammoth|page=75}}</ref>
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Impa appears once again serving as Princess Zelda's nursemaid in {{TSP}}, portrayed as an elderly woman. She plays a major role in the book since it is through her wise words that Link is able to discover [[Charles of Moria|Charles]]'s [[Ganon|true identity]]. She is first introduced in the book when Link and Charles are having the archery match. Just as Link is choosing the [[Arrow]] that he will use for the match, Impa walks towards him and tells him to use the [[Green Arrow]] that she puts in his hand, saying it is enchanted with magic.<ref name=arrow>{{Cite Book|quote='Link,' she says. 'Use this.' She shoves a green arrow into his hand. 'Why?' Link asks. Impa pinches Link's cheek. 'Magic,' she says and disappears back into the crowd.|book= TSP|publisher= |page= 83}}</ref> After the Green Arrow lands way off the bulls-eye, Impa warns the young hero that Charles is in possession of strong magic.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link feels his heart drop. He looks at Impa. 'What happened?' The old woman shakes her head. 'That arrow I gave you was magic. Some powerful force must have thrown it off.' 'Hmm,' Link says grimly. He stares at Charles. 'The more I see of Sir Charles, the more I wonder what he's really up to.'|book= TSP|publisher= |page=75}}</ref>


Throughout the book, Link often goes to Impa for advice to consult about his next step. At one point, Impa suggests to him that he should have patience and not defy Charles before he learns of his true identity. She then sends him off to the [[Water Town of Saria]] to retrieve the [[Mirror of Truth]] and gives the young hero the [[Golden Whistle]] in case he may need it, the former being the item that will ultimately help lead to Charles's defeat.<ref name=mirror>{{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=The Shadow Prince|publisher=Mammoth|page=88}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote='Well, thing do get lost.' Impa sounds a little touchy. 'I hear it was last seen in Saria Town. You might start looking there.'|book=The Shadow Prince|publisher=Mammoth|page=88}}</ref>
Throughout the book, Link often goes to Impa for advice to consult about his next step. At one point, Impa suggests to him that he should have patience and not defy Charles before he learns of his true identity. She then sends him off to the [[Water Town of Saria]] to retrieve the [[Mirror of Truth]] and gives the young hero the [[Golden Whistle]] in case he may need it, the former being the item that will ultimately help lead to Charles's defeat.<ref name=mirror>{{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><ref>{{Cite Book|quote='Well, thing do get lost.' Impa sounds a little touchy. 'I hear it was last seen in Saria Town. You might start looking there.'|book= TSP|publisher= |page=88}}</ref>
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==={{TWoG|-}}===
==={{TWoG|-}}===
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[[File:TWoG Impa Cutscene Sprite.png|100px|right]]
[[File:TWoG Impa Cutscene Sprite.png|100px|right]]
In {{TWoG}}, Impa accompanies Zelda to the island of [[Gamelon]] after her father, [[King Harkinian]], and Link go to aid [[Duke Onkled]] after Ganon conquers the island, but fail to return. In the game's introduction, she uses the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] to foresee the future and assures Zelda that the King will safely return, although this proves to be false as months pass with no word. The two decide to go to Gamelon to find them both, and Impa brings the Triforce of Wisdom as they sail to the island.
In {{TWoG}}, Impa accompanies Zelda to the island of [[Gamelon]] after her father, [[King Harkinian]], and Link go to aid [[Duke Onkled]] after Ganon conquers the island, but fail to return. In the game's introduction, she uses the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] to foresee the future and assures Zelda that the King will safely return, although this proves to be false as months pass with no word. The two decide to go to Gamelon to find them both, and Impa brings the Triforce of Wisdom as they sail to the island.


Impa fulfills a similar role to [[Gwonam]] from {{TFoE}}, by using the Triforce of Wisdom to look into the events of Gamelon and by introducing certain bosses. She learns through the Triforce of Wisdom that the King had been captured, and Link involved in a terrible fight. The Triforce of Wisdom later reveals that the King had been captured by Ganon. Impa also informs Zelda that the residents of [[Sakado]] were taken to [[Tykogi Tower]], and that [[Wizzrobe#The Wand of Gamelon|Wizzrobe]] had captured [[Lady Alma]]. Finally, she also informs Zelda that the Triforce of Wisdom states she can only defeat Ganon and win by "falling", although Impa does not understand what this means.
Impa fulfills a similar role to [[Gwonam]] from {{TFoE}}, by using the Triforce of Wisdom to look into the events of Gamelon and by introducing certain bosses. She learns through the Triforce of Wisdom that the King had been captured, and Link involved in a terrible fight. The Triforce of Wisdom later reveals that the King had been captured by Ganon. Impa also informs Zelda that the residents of [[Sakado]] were taken to [[Tykogi Tower]], and that [[Wizzrobe#The Wand of Gamelon|Wizzrobe]] had captured [[Lady Alma]]. Finally, she also informs Zelda that the Triforce of Wisdom states she can only defeat Ganon and win by "falling", although Impa does not understand what this means.
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==={{OoA|-}} (Wessel)===
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==={{OoA|-}} (Himekawa)===
==={{OoA|-}} (Himekawa)===
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In the {{OoA|Himekawa}}, Impa appears and follows a similar story as shown in the original {{OoA|-}} game. Impa is shown to possess almost superhuman strength, being able to carry a [[Cow]] over her head with relative ease, despite it annoying her greatly.
In the {{OoA|Himekawa}}, Impa appears and follows a similar story as shown in the original {{OoA|-}} game. Impa is shown to possess almost superhuman strength, being able to carry a [[Cow]] over her head with relative ease, despite it annoying her greatly.
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==={{HW|-}}===
==={{HW|-}}===
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Impa appears as a playable character in {{HW}}. Impa is Princess Zelda's advisor and bodyguard. She leads the counter attack against Cia's forces, commanding Link to defend the Princess. After Zelda goes missing, she leads the escape through Dodongo Cavern.
Impa appears as a playable character in {{HW}}. Impa is Princess Zelda's advisor and bodyguard. She leads the counter attack against Cia's forces, commanding Link to defend the Princess. After Zelda goes missing, she leads the escape through Dodongo Cavern.
She blames herself for the loss of the Princess, and is immediately suspicious when Sheik appears to help them escape. She teams up with Sheik in  the Age of the Hero Of Time on Death Mountain, accusing them of being a spy.
She blames herself for the loss of the Princess, and is immediately suspicious when Sheik appears to help them escape. She teams up with Sheik in  the Age of the Hero Of Time on Death Mountain, accusing them of being a spy.
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Her design is based on her {{SS}} incarnation, though some elements are also taken from {{OoT|-}}. Her armor and weapons also take inspiration from Japanese origins, specifically samurai.
Her design is based on her {{SS}} incarnation, though some elements are also taken from {{OoT|-}}. Her armor and weapons also take inspiration from Japanese origins, specifically samurai.
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==={{SSB4|-}}===
==={{SSB4|-}}===
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In {{SSB4}}, Impa appears as several [[Trophies in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Trophies]].
In {{SSB4}}, Impa appears as several [[Trophies in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Trophies]].


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{{#section:Trophies in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Impa}}
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==={{SSBU|-}}===
==={{SSBU|-}}===
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{{Spirit Battle
{{Spirit Battle
|name= Impa
|name= Impa
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{{Spirit Battle
{{Spirit Battle
|name= Impa {{Small|(Age of Calamity)}}
|name= Impa (Age of Calamity)
|spirit type= Primary
|spirit type= Primary
|fighters= {{Stock|SSBU|Sheik|8}}<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Sheik|1}}<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Sheik|1}}
|fighters= {{Stock|SSBU|Sheik|8}}<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Sheik|1}}<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Sheik|1}}
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{{Primary Spirit
{{Primary Spirit
|name= Impa {{Small|(Age of Calamity)}}
|name= Impa (Age of Calamity)
|type= Grab
|type= Grab
|rank= Ace
|rank= Ace
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In {{SSBU}}, {{Term|SSBU|Impa}} appears as two different {{Plural|SSBU|Spirit|link}}. One is of her appearance in {{OoT}}, and the other is of her appearance in {{HWAoC}}. Both are {{Plural|SSBU|Primary Spirit|link}}. While the {{OoT|-}} {{Term|SSBU|Spirit}} has no skills, the {{HWAoC|-}} {{Term|SSBU|Spirit}} has the skill, Item Throw 🠅, which increases the power and distance of {{Plural|SSBU|Item|link}} when thrown by the {{Term|SSBU|Fighter|link}}. The {{HWAoC|-}} {{Term|SSBU|Spirit}} first appeared in the {{Term|SSBU|Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (Event)|link}} event on January 8th, 2021.
In {{SSBU}}, {{Term|SSBU|Impa}} appears as two different {{Plural|SSBU|Spirit|link}}. One is of her appearance in {{OoT}}, and the other is of her appearance in {{HWAoC}}. Both are {{Plural|SSBU|Primary Spirit|link}}. While the {{OoT|-}} {{Term|SSBU|Spirit}} has no skills, the {{HWAoC|-}} {{Term|SSBU|Spirit}} has the skill, Item Throw 🠅, which increases the power and distance of {{Plural|SSBU|Item|link}} when thrown by the {{Term|SSBU|Fighter|link}}. The {{HWAoC|-}} {{Term|SSBU|Spirit}} first appeared in the {{Term|SSBU|Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity (Event)|link}} event on January 8th, 2021.
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==={{CoH|-}}===
==={{CoH|-}}===
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{{Stub|CoH}}
{{Stub|CoH}}
{{Term|CoH|Impa}} appears as a playable character in {{CoH}}. She only uses {{Plural|CoH|Spear|link}} and her {{Term|Series|Impa's Naginata|link|display=Naginata}} as {{Plural|CoH|Weapon|link}} and can dodge attacks while leaving a decoy behind if she is hit while at full stamina.
{{Term|CoH|Impa}} appears as a playable character in {{CoH}}. She only uses {{Plural|CoH|Spear|link}} and her {{Term|Series|Impa's Naginata|link|display=Naginata}} as {{Plural|CoH|Weapon|link}} and can dodge attacks while leaving a decoy behind if she is hit while at full stamina.
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{{Term|CoH|Impa}} also appears in {{Term|CoH|Princess Zelda|link}}’s quarters. If spoken to by {{Term|CoH|Princess Zelda}}, she will give {{Term|CoH|Princess Zelda}} the {{Term|Series|Telescope|link}}.
{{Term|CoH|Impa}} also appears in {{Term|CoH|Princess Zelda|link}}’s quarters. If spoken to by {{Term|CoH|Princess Zelda}}, she will give {{Term|CoH|Princess Zelda}} the {{Term|Series|Telescope|link}}.
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==={{HWAoC|-}}===
==={{HWAoC|-}}===
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[[File:HWAoC Impa Artwork.png|200px|right|Impa as she appears in ''Age of Calamity'']]
[[File:HWAoC Impa Artwork.png|200px|right|Impa as she appears in ''Age of Calamity'']]
The {{Term|BotW|Impa}} from {{BotW}}, now a young woman with a striking resemblance to future granddaughter Paya, is a playable character in {{HWAoC}}. A hundred years prior to {{BotW|-}}, she fought alongside {{Term|HWAoC|Link|link}}, {{Term|HWAoC|Zelda|link}}, and the {{Plural|HWAoC|Champion|link}} against the hordes of monsters heralding the return of {{Term|HWAoC|Calamity Ganon|link}}. {{Term|HWAoC|Link}} first meets her as she is being chased by a horde of {{Plural|HWAoC|Bokoblin|link}} while trying to protect a {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Slate|link}}. After spotting {{Term|HWAoC|Link}}, she trips and tosses the {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Slate}} to him, which awakens a small {{Term|HWAoC|Guardian|link}}-like machine that {{Term|HWAoC|Link}} previously saw lying on a rock. {{Term|HWAoC|Link}} catches the {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Slate}} and rushes to protect her, but they are interrupted when a {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Tower|link}} erupts out of the ground between them and the {{Plural|HWAoC|Bokoblin}}. She soon joins the battle with Link in earnest when a [[Fire Wizzrobe]] attacks, and moves to intercept it, taking its [[Fire Rod]] upon its defeat.
The {{Term|BotW|Impa}} from {{BotW}}, now a young woman with a striking resemblance to future granddaughter Paya, is a playable character in {{HWAoC}}. A hundred years prior to {{BotW|-}}, she fought alongside {{Term|HWAoC|Link|link}}, {{Term|HWAoC|Zelda|link}}, and the {{Plural|HWAoC|Champion|link}} against the hordes of monsters heralding the return of {{Term|HWAoC|Calamity Ganon|link}}. {{Term|HWAoC|Link}} first meets her as she is being chased by a horde of {{Plural|HWAoC|Bokoblin|link}} while trying to protect a {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Slate|link}}. After spotting {{Term|HWAoC|Link}}, she trips and tosses the {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Slate}} to him, which awakens a small {{Term|HWAoC|Guardian|link}}-like machine that {{Term|HWAoC|Link}} previously saw lying on a rock. {{Term|HWAoC|Link}} catches the {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Slate}} and rushes to protect her, but they are interrupted when a {{Term|HWAoC|Sheikah Tower|link}} erupts out of the ground between them and the {{Plural|HWAoC|Bokoblin}}. She soon joins the battle with Link in earnest when a [[Fire Wizzrobe]] attacks, and moves to intercept it, taking its [[Fire Rod]] upon its defeat.


She wields kodachi and is able to create clones of herself in battle by using the ZR Button to mark enemies with a Sheikah Sign then follow up with another attack to absorb it, up to three times, allowing her to build up her Special Bar faster with each Sign absorbed. The weapons she can use are, in increasing base strength, the [[Kakariko Kodachi]], the [[Faithful Kodachi]], and the [[Devoted Kodachi]]<ref>{{Cite web|quote= |author= IGN |published= September 26, 2020 |retrieved= September 29, 2020|url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZB75gT8YTk |title= Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - 13 Minutes of Gameplay (Japanese VO) <nowiki>|</nowiki> TGS 2020 |site= Youtube |type= }}</ref>. She also utilizes [[Bomb Barrel]]s whenever Impa uses her Special, with said barrel marked with a Sign.
She wields kodachi and is able to create clones of herself in battle by using the ZR Button to mark enemies with a Sheikah Sign then follow up with another attack to absorb it, up to three times, allowing her to build up her Special Bar faster with each Sign absorbed. The weapons she can use are, in increasing base strength, the [[Kakariko Kodachi]], the [[Faithful Kodachi]], and the [[Devoted Kodachi]]<ref>{{Cite Web|quote= |author= IGN |published= September 26, 2020 |retrieved= September 29, 2020|url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZB75gT8YTk |title= Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity - 13 Minutes of Gameplay (Japanese VO) <nowiki>|</nowiki> TGS 2020 |site= Youtube |type= }}</ref>. She also utilizes [[Bomb Barrel]]s whenever Impa uses her Special, with said barrel marked with a Sign.
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  |playable= HW, HWL, HWDE, CoH, HWAoC
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