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{{Character
|image= {{Media
|name = Links
|Artwork FS= File:FS Links Artwork.png
|image =[[File:Fourswordsposter.jpg|200px]]
|Artwork FSA= File:FSA Links Artwork.png
|caption = Artwork of the Links from<br>''Four Swords Adventures''
|Artwork ST= File:ST Battle Mode Artwork.png
|race = [[Hylian]]
|Artwork TFH= File:TFH Links Artwork 2.png
|gender = Male
|Sprite FSA= File:FourLinks.png
|game = {{FS}}<br>{{FSA}}<br>{{TMC}}<br>{{PH}}<br>{{ST}}<br>{{TFH}}
|Sprite TMC= File:TMC Links Sprite.png
|other = {{Manga|Four Swords}}
|Sprite TFH= File:TFH Links Sprite.png
|family =
}}
}}
The '''Links''', also known as the '''Four-Who-Are-One''',<ref>{{Cite|According to the legends, when the boy drew his sword, he split into four, the four-who-are-one worked together to vanquish Vaati.|Narration|FSA}}</ref> refers to a group of characters who are the result of [[Link]] after he is split into multiple copies of himself. In {{FS}}, {{FSA}} and {{TMC}}, Link is split into four copies. In {{TFH}}, there are only three Links. In {{PH}} and {{ST}}, the Links are featured only in the games' [[Battle Mode]]s.
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|title=
{{Infobox Game Blocks
|FS= Heroes<ref name=
"Heroes">{{Cite Book|quote=Tapping into the sword's power, the Hero's body split into four, and the combined power of the Heroes was enough to defeat Vaati.|book=HH|page=82}}</ref>
|FSA= Heroes<ref name="Heroes"/>
|TFH= Tri Force Heroes<ref name="TFH">{{Cite|It's only natural to be curious about the legend of the {{Color|TFH Blue|Tri Force Heroes}}, my boy. Their tales have been passed down through the ages in our fair Hytopia. When the kingdom of Hytopia falls into despair, three courageous heroes shall ever arrive to save the day...|Bearded Baron|TFH}}</ref>, Unknown Heroes<ref>{{Cite|I shall now begin searching with the requested conditions. Please wait for {{Color|TFH Blue|unknown heroes}} to arrive...|Match Master|TFH}}</ref>
}}
|race= [[Hylian]]
|gender= Male
|game= FS, FSA, TMC, PH, ST, TFH
|other= FS (Himekawa), Super Mario Maker, SSBU
|family=
}}
The {{Term/Store|Link|Links|Series, FS, FSA, TMC, ST, TFH|plural}} are a group in {{TLoZ|Series}}.{{Exp Game|FS, FSA, TMC, ST, TFH}}<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= '''Links''' |book= A&A |page= 246 {{Exp Game|FS}}, 253 {{Exp Game|FSA}}, 317 {{Exp Game|ST}} & 363 {{Exp Game|TFH}}}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Guide|publisher= Nintendo |game= TMC |page= 47}}</ref>{{Name Ref|PH, FS (Himekawa), Super Mario Maker, SSBU}} Typically "{{Plural|Series|Links}}" refer to a group of characters who are the result of {{Term|Series|Link|link}} after he is split into multiple copies of himself. In {{TFH}}, the {{Plural|TFH|Link}} instead refers to a group of three individual heroes, collectively known as the {{Plural|TFH|Tri Force Hero|link}}.<ref name="TFH"/>
 
In {{PH}} and {{ST}}, the {{Plural|Series|Link}} are featured only in the games' [[Battle Mode]]s.


The series has used the Links for games that include [[multiplayer]] and co-op gameplay, with the exception of ''The Minish Cap'', where Link is only briefly split to solve certain puzzles and fight enemies. In multiplayer modes, each player takes control of a Link. In games where single-player mode is offered, the player can switch control between Links.
The series has used the {{Plural|Series|Links}} for games that include [[multiplayer]] and co-op gameplay, with the exception of {{TMC|-}}, where {{Term|TMC|Link}} is only briefly split to solve certain puzzles and fight enemies. In multiplayer modes, each player takes control of a {{Term|Series|Links}}. In games where single-player mode is offered, the player can switch control between {{Plural|Series|Links}}.


==Appearances==
==Biography==
===''Four Swords''===
==={{FS|-}}===
{{ImageCaption
The Links made their first appearance in {{FS|-}}. After Link and [[Princess Zelda]] leave to investigate the [[Four Sword]], which seals the wind mage [[Vaati]], Zelda is suddenly captured by Vaati after he reveals himself. Link is unable to help her and is knocked out, later reawakened by the [[Great Fairy#Four Swords|Great Fairies]]. Link is split into four after he pulls the Four Sword out of its pedestal by the Fairies' urging. Now tasked with saving Zelda, the Links must work together to get to where she is being held and rescue her from Vaati's [[Palace of Winds]].
|image = File:FS Link.png
|size = 135px
|align = left
|caption = Links in ''Four Swords''
|captionalign = center
}}
The Links made their first appearance in ''Four Swords''. After leaving to investigate the [[Four Sword]], which seals the wind mage [[Vaati]], [[Princess Zelda]] is captured by Vaati after he reveals himself. Link is unable to help her and is knocked out, later reawakened by the [[Great Fairy#Four Swords|Great Fairies]]. Link is split into four after he pulls the Four Sword out of its pedestal by the Fairies' urging. Now tasked with saving Zelda, the Links must work together to get to where she is being held and rescue her from Vaati's [[Palace of Winds]].


The Links travel across the land to several [[Stages in Four Swords|stages]], fighting enemies and collecting [[Rupee]]s along the way. They compete against each other to collect as many Rupees as possible, but also cooperate with each other to accomplish tasks. At the end of the stage, depending on how many Rupees in total were accumulated, the Links receive a [[Great Key]] from the stage's Great Fairy and are then ranked by how many Rupees each Link collected. The Link with the most Rupees is awarded a [[Medal of Courage]].
The Links travel across the land to several [[Stages in Four Swords|Stages]], fighting enemies and collecting [[Rupee]]s along the way. They compete against each other to collect as many Rupees as possible, but also cooperate with each other to accomplish tasks. At the end of the stage, depending on how many Rupees in total were accumulated, the Links receive a Key from the stage's Great Fairy and are then ranked by how many Rupees each Link collected. The Link with the most Rupees is awarded a [[Medal of Courage]].


The Links eventually reach the Palace of Winds and defeat Vaati. His body is absorbed back into the Four Sword, and Zelda is freed from his hold. With Vaati again imprisoned and the Links' destiny fulfilled, the Four Sword glows as it returns Link to his former self. The Four Sword is then returned to its pedestal.
The Links eventually reach the Palace of Winds and defeat Vaati. His body is absorbed back into the Four Sword, and Zelda is freed from his hold. With Vaati again imprisoned and the Links' destiny fulfilled, the Four Sword glows as it returns Link to his former self. The Four Sword is then returned to its pedestal.
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If there are only two or three players, Link will only be split into two or three Links, respectively. In {{FSAE}}'s single-player, only two Links are used. The player can choose the tunic color of the second Link and switch between the two to complete tasks.
If there are only two or three players, Link will only be split into two or three Links, respectively. In {{FSAE}}'s single-player, only two Links are used. The player can choose the tunic color of the second Link and switch between the two to complete tasks.


===''Four Swords Adventures''===
==={{FSA|-}}===
{{ImageCaption
In the Hyrulean Adventures mode in {{FSA|-}}, Link is again split into four copies of himself upon drawing the Four Sword. Link is called by Zelda to investigate the Four Sword's seal, after dark clouds sweep over [[Hyrule]]. However upon opening the [[Four Sword Sanctuary]]'s portal with the aide of the [[Maiden#Four Swords Adventures|Shrine Maiden]]s, [[Shadow Link]] emerges from the opening as Zelda and the Maidens are captured and encased in dark crystals. Link follows Shadow Link into the Sanctuary, where he willingly draws the Four Sword from its pedestal to combat Shadow Link, despite the risk of freeing Vaati, and splits into four. The removal of the blade subsequently releases Vaati, who then sends the Links flying away by a twister.
|image = File:FSA - Links.png
|size = 135px
|align = right
|caption = Links in ''Four Swords Adventures''
|captionalign = center
}}
In the Hyrulean Adventures mode in ''Four Swords Adventures'', Link is again split into four copies of himself upon drawing the Four Sword. Link is called by Zelda to investigate the Four Sword's seal, after dark clouds sweep over [[Hyrule]]. However upon opening the [[Four Sword Sanctuary]]'s portal with the aide of the [[Maiden#Four Swords Adventures|Shrine Maiden]]s, [[Shadow Link]] emerges from the opening as Zelda and the Maidens are captured and encased in dark crystals. Link follows Shadow Link into the Sanctuary, where he willingly draws the Four Sword from its pedestal to combat Shadow Link, despite the risk of freeing Vaati, and splits into four. The removal of the blade subsequently releases Vaati, who then sends the Links flying away by a twister.


The Links awake to the voice of [[Kaepora Gaebora]] in [[Lake Hylia#Four Swords Adventures|Lake Hylia]], who tells them that Zelda and the six Maidens have been captured by evil forces. However, due to Vaati's magic, the Four Sword has been robbed of its former power to vanquish darkness. He informs them that they must collect [[Force Gem]]s to return the blade to its full strength, only then can they find and rescue the Maidens and Zelda, before finally facing Vaati. Like in ''Four Swords'', the Links work together and also compete to collect as many Force Gems as possible, as opposed to Rupees. At the end of every stage are [[Barrier#Vaati's Barrier|Dark Barrier]]s that must be dispelled, by collecting enough Force Gems to strengthen the Four Sword. After completing a stage, the Links are then ranked by how many Force Gems they have collected.
The Links awake to the voice of [[Kaepora Gaebora]] in [[Lake Hylia (Stage)|Lake Hylia]], who tells them that Zelda and the six Maidens have been captured by evil forces. However, due to Vaati's magic, the Four Sword has been robbed of its former power to vanquish darkness. He informs them that they must collect [[Force Gem]]s to return the blade to its full strength, only then can they find and rescue the Maidens and Zelda, before finally facing Vaati. Like in {{FS|-}}, the Links work together and also compete to collect as many Force Gems as possible, as opposed to Rupees. While on their search for Force Gems, the Links also meet [[Tingle]], who is also looking for Force Gems under the belief that he will become a real [[Fairy]] if he collects enough. This results in a small rivalry between the Links and Tingle, who occasionally race against each other for large Force Gems. At the end of every stage are [[Barrier#Vaati's Barrier|Dark Barrier]]s that must be dispelled, by collecting enough Force Gems to strengthen the Four Sword. After completing a stage in multiplayer, the Links are then ranked by how many Force Gems they have collected.


In a single-player game, the Links can group together to form preset [[Battle Formations]] (Cross, Wide, Long, Box), to aide in solving puzzles, pushing blocks, fighting enemies, and performing other tasks. Although the Link donning the green tunic is the default leader, the option exists to use any Link to lead the others.
In a single-player game, the Links can group together to form preset {{Plural|FSA|Formation|link}} (Cross, Wide, Long, Box), to aide in solving puzzles, pushing blocks, fighting enemies, and performing other tasks. Although the Link donning the green tunic is the default leader, the option exists to use any Link to lead the others.


In a [[Shadow Battle]], the Links instead fight each other in a competitive match.
In a [[Shadow Battle]], the Links instead fight each other in a competitive match.


===''The Minish Cap''===
====Navi Trackers====
In ''The Minish Cap'' during his adventure, Link empowers and reforges the [[Picori Blade]] into the [[White Sword]], with the Earth, Fire, Water, and Wind [[Elements]]. Upon the addition of each new Element in the [[Elemental Sanctuary]], Link gained the ability to split into a new copy of himself at certain multi-colored tiles. The other three Links would disappear upon taking damage or touching walls. Each of the resulting clones were apparitions wearing the exact green tunic. The tiles set the formations in which the clones would aid Link in fight bosses such as [[Gyorg Pair]] and [[Vaati]].
In the game mode [[Navi Trackers]], exclusive to the Japanese and Korean release of {{FSA|-}}, the four Links are tasked with finding [[Tetra]]'s [[Tetra's Pirate Crew|Pirate Crew]] around a maze with limited time, in order to receive and collect as many stamps as possible. In the game mode's intro, the Link in green is surprised to see doubles of himself, implying that this game mode features different Links from the Hyrulean Adventures mode in {{FSA|-}}. In the single-player campaign, Link instead faces off against Tingle.
 
==={{TMC|-}}===
[[File:TMC Links.png|thumb|right|Link and his copies in {{TMC|-}}]]
During his adventure in {{TMC|-}}, Link reforges and empowers the broken [[Picori Blade]] (which had been destroyed earlier by Vaati) into the [[White Sword]] with the [[Four Elements]]. The {{Term|TMC|White Sword (Two Elements)|link}} grants Link the ability to create an additional copy of himself at certain multi-colored tiles, by powering up a [[Spin Attack]] charge, holding it until the green gauge is filled, and moving across the colored tiles. The addition of each new Element in the [[Elemental Sanctuary]] grants Link an additional copy of himself, up to four.
 
The Link copies are not individual Links, but rather cloned apparitions that mimic Link's every movement and wear exactly the same green tunic. The clones can be used to perform grouped tasks such as pushing large blocks, or fighting certain bosses such as the [[Gyorg Pair]] and Vaati. The placement of the tiles set the formations in which the clones would aid Link in these instances. The Link copies do not last long, however, and will disappear as soon as the green gauge depletes itself. The clones will also instantly disappear if they are interrupted; such as from touching a wall or obstruction, or by being hit by an enemy attack. Pressing the R-button will also immediately make the Link clones vanish.


===''Tri Force Heroes''===
==={{PH|-}}===
{{Future game}}
{{PH|-}}' Battle Mode is a two-player mode that only uses the red and blue tunic colors, and players are assigned randomly. While playing as Link, certain cloning items can be picked up to generate another exact copy which will run in the opposite direction, potentially luring the Phantoms away.<ref>{{Cite Web|url= http://uk.ds.ign.com/articles/771/771138p1.html|title= Review of Phantom Hourglass Multiplayer |site= on ign.com}}</ref>
In ''Tri Force Heroes'', there are only three Links: green, blue, and red. They are used in the game's multiplayer, and cooperate with each other to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. In single-player, there is only one Link and two dolls that can be controlled and switched between.<ref>{{Cite web|author=Antonia Pohl|published=June 16, 2015|url=http://www.zeldauniverse.net/2015/06/16/aonuma-and-shikata-discuss-more-tri-force-heroes-gameplay-details/|title=Aonuma and Shikata discuss more Tri Force Heroes gameplay details|site=Zelda Universe}}</ref> The Links can stack on top of each other as a [[Totem]] to reach higher elevations, allowing them to solve different puzzles and fight enemies.


The Links arrive to help a Princess, who has been cursed to wear a horrible outfit she cannot take off.<ref name="Treehouse details">{{Cite web|author=Reece Heather|published=June 18, 2015|url=http://www.zeldauniverse.net/2015/06/18/nintendo-treehouse-footage-and-details-round-up-three-levels-two-bosses-gameplay-and-plot/|title=Nintendo Treehouse footage and details: Three levels, two bosses, gameplay and plot|site=Zelda Universe}}</ref>
==={{ST|-}}===
{{ST|-}}' Battle Mode features all four Links, and are used to differentiate up to four different players.<ref>{{Cite Web|url= http://kotaku.com/5408886/the-legend-of-zelda-spirit-tracks-multiplayer-preview-spreading-the-phantom|title= Review of Spirit Tracks Multiplayer |site= on Kotaku.com}}</ref>


==Battle Modes==
==={{TFH|-}}===
The Battle Mode versions of the four Links serve only as Nintendo's manner of delivering a multiplayer, by using Link as the fighter for each player.
[[File:TFH Tri Force Heroes Symbol.png|thumb|88x79px|right|Symbol of the Tri Force Heroes]]
In {{TFH}}, there are only three {{Plural|TFH|Link}}: green, blue, and red. Collectively, they are referred to as the {{Plural|TFH|Tri Force Hero|link}}. The green Link is the same hero as in {{ALBW}}, who arrives in {{Term|TFH|Hytopia|link}} after certain events. He dresses to hide his heroic origins.<ref>{{Cite Twitter|quote= The game takes place several years after A Link Between Worlds and features the same hero. Certain events bring him to the kingdom of Hytopia, where he dresses as he does in order to hide his heroic origins.|url= https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/657330612064399360|archive= https://web.archive.org/web/20221118044146/https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/657330612064399360}}</ref> The origin of the two other heroes, also called Link,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= |book= E |publisher= |page= 306}}</ref> is unknown.<ref>{{Cite Twitter|quote= There's no telling where the other hero candidates come from, but the player character you control is the true Hyrulian hero from A Link Between Worlds.|url= https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/657330612064399360|archive= https://web.archive.org/web/20221118044146/https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/657330612064399360}}</ref> The three Links gather at Hytopia after [[King Tuft]] sends an urgent request asking for heroes to assemble to save [[Princess Styla]], who has been cursed by a [[The Lady|witch]] to wear an ugly outfit she cannot take off.<ref>{{Cite|When the smoke cleared, Styla was met with a terrible sight, followed by the witch's voice in her pretty head: "A perfect outfit for a perfect princess." This cursed outfit of ultimate ugliness could not be removed no matter how the princess tried.|N/A|TFH}}</ref> The King's request urges for heroes who have the {{Term|TFH|Three Noble Attributes of Courage|link}}: pointed ears, sideburns, and side-parted hair. While passing through the land, Link comes across the town during its perilous time. He is immediately spotted by [[Madame Couture's Assistant]] and recognized for having these Attributes, and is urged to join the {{Term|TFH|Witch-Hunting Brigade|link}}. As only groups of three can enter the [[Drablands]], the witch's domain, Link is paired with two more heroes as they venture into the land and combat its guardians. As these heroes gather, their hair colors also change to match their tunics rather than remaining blond.


{{ImageCaption
As in previous games, the Links are used in the game's multiplayer, and cooperate with each other to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. In single-player, Link can instead be accompanied by two [[Doppel]]s that can be controlled and switched between at a time.<ref>{{Cite Web|author=Antonia Pohl|published=June 16, 2015|url=http://www.zeldauniverse.net/2015/06/16/aonuma-and-shikata-discuss-more-tri-force-heroes-gameplay-details/|title=Aonuma and Shikata discuss more Tri Force Heroes gameplay details|site=Zelda Universe}}</ref> The Links can stack on top of each other as a [[Totem]] to reach higher elevations, allowing them to solve different puzzles and fight enemies. To help communicate between players, the bottom screen of the Nintendo 3DS allows for [[Communication Icon|Icons]] to be pressed, which appear on the top screen. These icons display a range of simple messages, such as to form a Totem or to draw others near. The icons can grow larger with repeated use, to stress the respective message. The Links can also wear an assortment of [[Outfit]]s, which give them different powers when worn.
|image=File:ST Links.png
|size=135px
|align=right
|caption=Links in ''Spirit Tracks''
|captionalign=center}}
===''Phantom Hourglass''===
In ''Phantom Hourglass'', the Links appear only in the game's Battle Mode. This two-player mode uses only the red and blue tunic colors and players are assigned randomly. While playing as Link, certain cloning items can be picked up to generate another exact copy which will run in the opposite direction, potentially luring the [[Phantom]]s away.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://uk.ds.ign.com/articles/771/771138p1.html|title= Review of Phantom Hourglass Multiplayer |site= on ign.com}}</ref>


===''Spirit Tracks===
==Other Appearances==
The Links also make an appearance in ''Spirit Tracks''' Battle Mode, and are used to differentiate up to four different players.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://kotaku.com/5408886/the-legend-of-zelda-spirit-tracks-multiplayer-preview-spreading-the-phantom|title= Review of Spirit Tracks Multiplayer |site= on Kotaku.com}}</ref>
==={{FS|-}} (Himekawa)===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Stub|FS (Himekawa)}}
In the {{FS|Himekawa}}, Link is split into four when he draws the Four Sword in an effort to save Princess Zelda from Shadow Link. Each Link has his own individual personality: Green is focused and motivated, Blue is hotheaded and aggressive, Red is innocent and optimistic, and Violet is calm, cool and collected. Their conflicting personalities and refusal to work together nearly defeats them at the hands of Vaati, but the Links soon realize they need to cooperate in order to defeat him.
{{Noncanon|End}}


==''Four Swords'' manga==
===''Super Mario Maker''===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{sectstub}}
{{Stub|Super Mario Maker}}
In the {{Manga|Four Swords}}, each Link has his own personality: Green is focused and motivated, Blue is hotheaded and aggressive, Red is innocent and optimistic, and Violet is calm, cool, and collected.
{{Noncanon|End}}
 
==={{SSBU|-}}===
{{Noncanon|Start}}
{{Spirit Battle
|name= Totem Link
|spirit type= Primary
|fighters= {{Stock|SSBU|Toon Link|5}}<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Toon Link|3}}<br/>{{Stock|SSBU|Toon Link|2}}
|team type= Grab
|team power= 3500
|rank= Advanced
|stage= Hyrule Castle
|stage type=
|theme= {{Remix|SSBU|Main Theme - The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes|SSBU}}
|rules= Item: The Legend of Zelda
|hazards=
|conditions= {{·}} The enemy favors smash attacks}}
In {{SSBU}}, Totem Link appears as a [[Spirit]] with no ability.
{{Noncanon|End}}
{{Noncanon|End}}
{{clear}}
{{clear}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Each of the four Links' tunics match with one of the colors of the Elements used to forge the Four Sword.
*The Four Elements used to forge the {{Term|FSAE|Four Sword}} matches with each of the four {{Plural|FSAE|Links}}' tunics.
*Although Link's clones in ''The Minish Cap'' retain the green tunic when he splits, using a [[Charm (The Minish Cap)|Charm]] has the effect of changing the original Link's tunic to either red, blue or violet, depending on the type. These colors are reminiscent of the Links' tunic colors in ''Four Swords''.
*Although {{Term|TMC|Link}}'s clones in {{TMC|-}} retain the green tunic when he splits, using a {{Term|TMC|Charm (The Minish Cap)|link}} has the effect of changing the original {{Term|TMC|Link}}'s tunic to either red, blue or violet, depending on the type. These colors are reminiscent of the {{Plural|FSAE|Links}}' tunic colors in {{FS|-}}.
*Four {{Plural|TFH|Links}} were once considered for {{TFH|-}}, but were reduced to just three as a four-{{Term|TFH|Links}} {{Term|TFH|Totem|link}} would have been too tall for the 3DS to display properly.<ref>{{Cite Web|quote= A four-player totem was too tall, so we decided three was the better choice.|author= Hiromasa Shikata|published= June 16, 2015|retrieved=August 22, 2015|url= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPDPSezEkcY|title= Nintendo Digital Event @ E3 2015|site= YouTube|type= Video}}</ref>
*In {{FSA|-}}, the {{Plural|FSA|Links}}' voices are differentiated through pitch-shifting. {{Term|FSA|Links|display=Green Link}}'s voice is heard at the normal pitch, while {{Term|FSA|Links|display=Red Link}}'s is about 10% higher, {{Term|FSA|Links|display=Blue Link}}'s is about 10% lower, and {{Term|FSA|Links|display=Purple Link}}'s is about 15% lower.
*In {{TFH|-}}, each {{Term|TFH|Links}} is randomly assigned a voice from a prior ''Zelda'' game ({{OoT}}, {{TWW}}, {{ST|-}}, or {{ALBW|-}}) upon beginning his adventure. Pitch-shifting is used to differentiate the voices only if two or more {{Plural|TFH|Links}} in a party share the same voice. In this case, each player hears their own {{Term|TFH|Links}}'s voice at the normal pitch; the second {{Term|TFH|Links}} with the same voice is heard 5% lower, and the third {{Term|TFH|Links}} with the same voice is heard 10% higher.
 
==Nomenclature==
{{Nomenclature}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:WWLink Bow.png|Green Link drawing his Bow in {{FS}}
File:FS Green Link Bow.png|Green {{Term|FS|Links}} drawing his {{Term|FS|Bow}} from {{FS}}
File:FS Red Link.png|Red Link jumping in ''Four Swords''
File:FS Link Artwork.png|Green {{Term|FS|Links}} turning around from {{FS|-}}
File:BlueLinkRupeeFSA.png|Blue Link clutches a Red Rupee in ''Four Swords''
File:FS Link Catch Artwork.png|Green {{Term|FS|Links}} trying to catch a {{Term|FS|Rupee}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FS Purple Link.png|Purple Link blocking an attack in ''Four Swords''
File:FS Red Link.png|Red {{Term|FS|Links}} jumping from {{FS|-}}
File:FS Four Links.png|Artwork of the four Links in ''Four Swords''
File:BlueLinkRupeeFSA.png|Blue {{Term|FS|Links}} clutching a {{Term|FS|Red Rupee}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FS Links.png|Alternative artwork of the Links in ''Four Swords''
File:FS Purple Link.png|Purple {{Term|FS|Links}} blocking an attack from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Link Octorok.png|Art of the Links fighting an Octorok in ''Four Swords''
File:FS Four Links.png|Artwork of the four {{Plural|FS|Links}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Red Link.png|Red Link defending himself in {{FSA}}
File:FS Links.png|Alternative artwork of the {{Plural|FS|Links}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Fire Rod.png|Red Link using a [[Fire Rod]] in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FS Links Fighting Octorok Artwork.png|Artwork of the {{Plural|FS|Links}} fighting an {{Term|FS|Octorok}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Blue Link.png|Blue Link preparing for attack in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FS Green Link Sprite.png|Green {{Term|FS|Links}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Bomb.png|Blue Link about to throw a [[Bomb]] in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FS Red Link Sprite.png|Red {{Term|FS|Links}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Purple Link.png|Purple Link in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FS Blue Link Sprite.png|Blue {{Term|FS|Links}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Vio.png|Purple Link in battle in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FS Purple Link Sprite.png|Purple {{Term|FS|Links}} from {{FS|-}}
File:FSA Full Power.png|Purple Link's [[Four Sword]] gains the [[Power to Repel Evil]] in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FSA Artwork.png|Artwork of the {{Plural|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:FourLinksPosing.png|Art of the Links in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FSA Green Link.png|Green {{Term|FSA|Links}} preparing for attack from {{FSA|-}}
File:Four Links.png|Art of the four Links in ''Four Swords Adventures'' ([[Navi Trackers]] mode)
File:FSA Link Artwork.png|Green {{Term|FSA|Links}} performing an attack from {{FSA|-}}
File:Two Links.png|Red Link burning Green Link with a Fire Rod in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FSA Red Link.png|Red {{Term|FSA|Links}} defending himself from {{FSA|-}}
File:GreenLink.gif|Green Link in ''Four Swords''
File:FSA Fire Rod.png|Red {{Term|FSA|Links}} using a {{Term|FSA|Fire Rod}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:RedLink.gif|Red Link in ''Four Swords''
File:FSA Blue Link.png|Blue {{Term|FSA|Links}} preparing for attack from {{FSA|-}}
File:BlueLink.gif|Blue Link in ''Four Swords''
File:FSA Bomb.png|Blue {{Term|FSA|Links}} about to throw a {{Term|FSA|Bomb}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:PurpleLink.gif|Purple Link in ''Four Swords''
File:FSA Purple Link.png|Purple {{Term|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:Linkgreen.png|Green Link in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FSA Vio.png|Purple {{Term|FSA|Links}} in battle from {{FSA|-}}
File:Linkred.png|Red Link in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FSA Full Power.png|Purple {{Term|FSA|Links}}'s {{Term|FSA|Four Sword}} gaining the {{Term|FSA|Power to Repel Evil}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:Linkblue.png|Blue Link in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:FourLinksPosing.png|Art of the {{Plural|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:Linkpurple.png|Purple Link in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:Four Links.png|Art of the four {{Plural|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}} (Navi Trackers mode)
File:FourLinks.png|The four Links in ''Four Swords Adventures''
File:Two Links.png|Red {{Term|FSA|Links}} burning green {{Term|FSA|Links}} with a {{Term|FSA|Fire Rod}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:PHredLinkwForceGem.png|Red Link in {{PH}}
File:FSA Link Sprite.png|Green {{Term|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:TFH Illustration 5.png|The three Links in {{TFH}}
File:Linkred.png|Red {{Term|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:TFH Three Swords.png|The Links raise their swords high in ''Tri Force Heroes''
File:Linkblue.png|Blue {{Term|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:TFH Totem Artwork.png|The Links in a Totem playing ''Tri Force Heroes'' together
File:Linkpurple.png|Purple {{Term|FSA|Links}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:TFH Fire Arrow Artwork.png|Red Link lights Blue Link's arrow on fire in ''Tri Force Heroes''
File:FSA NT Green Link Meets Red Link.png|Green {{Term|FSA|Links}} meeting red {{Term|FSA|Links}} in the introduction to {{NT|-}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:TFH Stalfos Artwork.png|The Links fighting a [[Stalfos]] in ''Tri Force Heroes''
File:FSA NT Green Link Meets Other Links.png|All four {{Plural|FSA|Links}} meet in the introduction to {{NT|-}} from {{FSA|-}}
File:PHredLinkwForceGem.png|Red {{Term|PH|Links}} from {{PH|-}}
File:PH Blue Link Sprite.png|Blue {{Term|PH|Links}} from {{PH|-}}
File:PH Red Link Sprite.png|Red {{Term|PH|Links}} from {{PH|-}}
File:TFH Illustration.jpg|Promotional artwork of the {{Plural|TFH|Links}} fighting various enemies from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Costumes Art.png|Artwork of the {{Plural|TFH|Links}} trying on {{Plural|TFH|Outfit}} from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Illustration 5.png|The {{Plural|TFH|Links}} readying for battle from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Playing Totem.png|The {{Plural|TFH|Links}} in a {{Term|TFH|Totem}} playing {{TFH|-}} together from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Fire Arrow Artwork.png|Red {{Term|TFH|Links}} lighting blue {{Term|TFH|Links}}'s {{Term|TFH|Arrow}} on fire from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Stalchampion Artwork.png|The {{Plural|TFH|Links}} fighting {{Term|TFH|Stalchampion}} from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Totem Moblin Art.png|The {{Plural|TFH|Links}} fighting a {{Term|TFH|Moblin}} atop a {{Term|TFH|Totem}} from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Link Green.png|Green {{Term|TFH|Links}} holding up his {{Term|TFH|Sword}} from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Link Red.png|Red {{Term|TFH|Links}} holding up his {{Term|TFH|Sword}} from {{TFH|-}}
File:TFH Link Blue.png|Blue {{Term|TFH|Links}} holding up his {{Term|TFH|Sword}} from {{TFH|-}}
File:NL Links Render.png|The {{Plural|NL|Links}} fighting a {{Term|NL|Red Chuchu}} and a {{Term|NL|Moblin}} in {{BQ|-}} from {{NL|-}}
File:NL Links Render 2.png|The {{Plural|NL|Links}} fighting a {{Term|NL|Red Chuchu}} and a {{Term|NL|Moblin}} from {{BQ|-}}
File:SMM Three Links Costume Sprite.png|Totem Links costume from ''Super Mario Maker''
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The Links are a group in The Legend of Zelda series.(FS | FSA | TMC | ST | TFH)[4][5][name references needed] Typically "Links" refer to a group of characters who are the result of Link after he is split into multiple copies of himself. In Tri Force Heroes, the Links instead refers to a group of three individual heroes, collectively known as the Tri Force Heroes.[2]

In Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks, the Links are featured only in the games' Battle Modes.

The series has used the Links for games that include multiplayer and co-op gameplay, with the exception of The Minish Cap, where Link is only briefly split to solve certain puzzles and fight enemies. In multiplayer modes, each player takes control of a Link. In games where single-player mode is offered, the player can switch control between Links.

Biography

Four Swords

The Links made their first appearance in Four Swords. After Link and Princess Zelda leave to investigate the Four Sword, which seals the wind mage Vaati, Zelda is suddenly captured by Vaati after he reveals himself. Link is unable to help her and is knocked out, later reawakened by the Great Fairies. Link is split into four after he pulls the Four Sword out of its pedestal by the Fairies' urging. Now tasked with saving Zelda, the Links must work together to get to where she is being held and rescue her from Vaati's Palace of Winds.

The Links travel across the land to several Stages, fighting enemies and collecting Rupees along the way. They compete against each other to collect as many Rupees as possible, but also cooperate with each other to accomplish tasks. At the end of the stage, depending on how many Rupees in total were accumulated, the Links receive a Key from the stage's Great Fairy and are then ranked by how many Rupees each Link collected. The Link with the most Rupees is awarded a Medal of Courage.

The Links eventually reach the Palace of Winds and defeat Vaati. His body is absorbed back into the Four Sword, and Zelda is freed from his hold. With Vaati again imprisoned and the Links' destiny fulfilled, the Four Sword glows as it returns Link to his former self. The Four Sword is then returned to its pedestal.

If there are only two or three players, Link will only be split into two or three Links, respectively. In Four Swords Anniversary Edition's single-player, only two Links are used. The player can choose the tunic color of the second Link and switch between the two to complete tasks.

Four Swords Adventures

In the Hyrulean Adventures mode in Four Swords Adventures, Link is again split into four copies of himself upon drawing the Four Sword. Link is called by Zelda to investigate the Four Sword's seal, after dark clouds sweep over Hyrule. However upon opening the Four Sword Sanctuary's portal with the aide of the Shrine Maidens, Shadow Link emerges from the opening as Zelda and the Maidens are captured and encased in dark crystals. Link follows Shadow Link into the Sanctuary, where he willingly draws the Four Sword from its pedestal to combat Shadow Link, despite the risk of freeing Vaati, and splits into four. The removal of the blade subsequently releases Vaati, who then sends the Links flying away by a twister.

The Links awake to the voice of Kaepora Gaebora in Lake Hylia, who tells them that Zelda and the six Maidens have been captured by evil forces. However, due to Vaati's magic, the Four Sword has been robbed of its former power to vanquish darkness. He informs them that they must collect Force Gems to return the blade to its full strength, only then can they find and rescue the Maidens and Zelda, before finally facing Vaati. Like in Four Swords, the Links work together and also compete to collect as many Force Gems as possible, as opposed to Rupees. While on their search for Force Gems, the Links also meet Tingle, who is also looking for Force Gems under the belief that he will become a real Fairy if he collects enough. This results in a small rivalry between the Links and Tingle, who occasionally race against each other for large Force Gems. At the end of every stage are Dark Barriers that must be dispelled, by collecting enough Force Gems to strengthen the Four Sword. After completing a stage in multiplayer, the Links are then ranked by how many Force Gems they have collected.

In a single-player game, the Links can group together to form preset Formations (Cross, Wide, Long, Box), to aide in solving puzzles, pushing blocks, fighting enemies, and performing other tasks. Although the Link donning the green tunic is the default leader, the option exists to use any Link to lead the others.

In a Shadow Battle, the Links instead fight each other in a competitive match.

Navi Trackers

In the game mode Navi Trackers, exclusive to the Japanese and Korean release of Four Swords Adventures, the four Links are tasked with finding Tetra's Pirate Crew around a maze with limited time, in order to receive and collect as many stamps as possible. In the game mode's intro, the Link in green is surprised to see doubles of himself, implying that this game mode features different Links from the Hyrulean Adventures mode in Four Swords Adventures. In the single-player campaign, Link instead faces off against Tingle.

The Minish Cap

Link and his copies in The Minish Cap

During his adventure in The Minish Cap, Link reforges and empowers the broken Picori Blade (which had been destroyed earlier by Vaati) into the White Sword with the Four Elements. The White Sword (Two Elements) grants Link the ability to create an additional copy of himself at certain multi-colored tiles, by powering up a Spin Attack charge, holding it until the green gauge is filled, and moving across the colored tiles. The addition of each new Element in the Elemental Sanctuary grants Link an additional copy of himself, up to four.

The Link copies are not individual Links, but rather cloned apparitions that mimic Link's every movement and wear exactly the same green tunic. The clones can be used to perform grouped tasks such as pushing large blocks, or fighting certain bosses such as the Gyorg Pair and Vaati. The placement of the tiles set the formations in which the clones would aid Link in these instances. The Link copies do not last long, however, and will disappear as soon as the green gauge depletes itself. The clones will also instantly disappear if they are interrupted; such as from touching a wall or obstruction, or by being hit by an enemy attack. Pressing the R-button will also immediately make the Link clones vanish.

Phantom Hourglass

Phantom Hourglass' Battle Mode is a two-player mode that only uses the red and blue tunic colors, and players are assigned randomly. While playing as Link, certain cloning items can be picked up to generate another exact copy which will run in the opposite direction, potentially luring the Phantoms away.[6]

Spirit Tracks

Spirit Tracks' Battle Mode features all four Links, and are used to differentiate up to four different players.[7]

Tri Force Heroes

Symbol of the Tri Force Heroes

In Tri Force Heroes, there are only three Links: green, blue, and red. Collectively, they are referred to as the Tri Force Heroes. The green Link is the same hero as in A Link Between Worlds, who arrives in Hytopia after certain events. He dresses to hide his heroic origins.[8] The origin of the two other heroes, also called Link,[9] is unknown.[10] The three Links gather at Hytopia after King Tuft sends an urgent request asking for heroes to assemble to save Princess Styla, who has been cursed by a witch to wear an ugly outfit she cannot take off.[11] The King's request urges for heroes who have the Three Noble Attributes of Courage: pointed ears, sideburns, and side-parted hair. While passing through the land, Link comes across the town during its perilous time. He is immediately spotted by Madame Couture's Assistant and recognized for having these Attributes, and is urged to join the Witch-Hunting Brigade. As only groups of three can enter the Drablands, the witch's domain, Link is paired with two more heroes as they venture into the land and combat its guardians. As these heroes gather, their hair colors also change to match their tunics rather than remaining blond.

As in previous games, the Links are used in the game's multiplayer, and cooperate with each other to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. In single-player, Link can instead be accompanied by two Doppels that can be controlled and switched between at a time.[12] The Links can stack on top of each other as a Totem to reach higher elevations, allowing them to solve different puzzles and fight enemies. To help communicate between players, the bottom screen of the Nintendo 3DS allows for Icons to be pressed, which appear on the top screen. These icons display a range of simple messages, such as to form a Totem or to draw others near. The icons can grow larger with repeated use, to stress the respective message. The Links can also wear an assortment of Outfits, which give them different powers when worn.

Other Appearances

Four Swords (Himekawa)

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In the Four Swords manga by Akira Himekawa, Link is split into four when he draws the Four Sword in an effort to save Princess Zelda from Shadow Link. Each Link has his own individual personality: Green is focused and motivated, Blue is hotheaded and aggressive, Red is innocent and optimistic, and Violet is calm, cool and collected. Their conflicting personalities and refusal to work together nearly defeats them at the hands of Vaati, but the Links soon realize they need to cooperate in order to defeat him.

Super Mario Maker

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Non-Canon Information
Totem Link — Spirit Battle Information
Totem Link
Primary Spirit
No. 262 		Team Power Grab | 3500 Rank ★★ ADVANCED Fighter(s)
Stage Hyrule Castle Theme "Main Theme - The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes" Toon Link
Toon Link
Toon Link
Rule(s) Item: The Legend of Zelda Hazard(s) —
Condition(s)
 • The enemy favors smash attacks

In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Totem Link appears as a Spirit with no ability.

Trivia

  • The Four Elements used to forge the Four Sword matches with each of the four Links' tunics.
  • Although Link's clones in The Minish Cap retain the green tunic when he splits, using a Charm has the effect of changing the original Link's tunic to either red, blue or violet, depending on the type. These colors are reminiscent of the Links' tunic colors in Four Swords.
  • Four Links were once considered for Tri Force Heroes, but were reduced to just three as a four-Link Totem would have been too tall for the 3DS to display properly.[13]
  • In Four Swords Adventures, the Links' voices are differentiated through pitch-shifting. Green Link's voice is heard at the normal pitch, while Red Link's is about 10% higher, Blue Link's is about 10% lower, and Purple Link's is about 15% lower.
  • In Tri Force Heroes, each Link is randomly assigned a voice from a prior Zelda game (Ocarina of Time, The Wind Waker, Spirit Tracks, or A Link Between Worlds) upon beginning his adventure. Pitch-shifting is used to differentiate the voices only if two or more Links in a party share the same voice. In this case, each player hears their own Link's voice at the normal pitch; the second Link with the same voice is heard 5% lower, and the third Link with the same voice is heard 10% higher.

Nomenclature

Names in Other Regions
LanguageNamesMeanings
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
EnglishBR
Link (LANS | BotW | SSBU | CoH)[42]
Japan
Japanese
  • あなた(リンク) (Anata (Rinku)) (ALttP)[55]
  • リンク (Rinku) (LA | LANS | OoT | SSHD | BotW | SSBU | CoH)[53][54]
  • ゆうしゃサマ (Yūsha-sama) (BotW)
  • You (Link)
  •  
  • Revered Hero
The Republic of ChinaThe Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of ChinaThe Macao Special Administrative Region of China
ChineseTR
  • 林克 (Línkè) (LANS | SSBU)[57]
  • 沒有妖精的孩子 (Méiyǒu Yāojing De Háizi) (OoT)
  • 林克 (Línkè) (BotW | CoH)
  •  
  •  
  •  
The People's Republic of China
ChineseSI
  • 林克 (Línkè) (LANS | OoT | SSHD | BotW | CoH)[31][32]
  • 林克 (Lín kè) (OoS)[29]
  • 林克 (Línkè) (SSBU)[30]
  •  
  •  
  •  
The Czech Republic
Czech
Link (LANS)
The Kingdom of Denmark
Danish
Link (LANS)
The Kingdom of the Netherlands
Dutch
Link (LANS | BotW | SSBU | CoH | HWAoC)[51]
The Republic of Finland
Finnish
Link (LANS)
Canada
FrenchCA
Link (LANS | BotW | HWDE | SSBU | CoH | HWAoC)[40][41]
The French Republic
FrenchEU
Link (LA | LADX | LANS | OoT | SS | SSHD | BotW | HWDE | SSBU | CoH | HWAoC)[43][44][45][46][47][48]
The Federal Republic of Germany
German
Link (ALttP | LADX | LANS | BotW | HWDE | SSBU | CoH | HWAoC)[35][36][37][38][39]
Hungary
Hungarian
Link (LANS)
The Italian Republic
Italian
Link (ALttP | LA | LADX | LANS | OoT | OoT3D | MM | OoS | OoA | FS | FSA | ALBW | BotW | HWDE | SSBU | CoH)[14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28]
The Republic of Korea
Korean
링크 (Lingkeu) (LANS | SSBU | CoH)[56] 
The State of Israel
Modern Hebrew
לינק (línk) (BotW | SSBU)[49][50] 
The Kingdom of Norway
Norwegian
Link (LANS)
The Republic of Poland
Polish
Link (LANS)
The Portuguese Republic
PortugueseEU
Link (LANS | CoH)
The Russian Federation
Russian
Линк (Link) (LANS | HWDE | SSBU | CoH)[33][34] 
Latin America
SpanishLA
Link (LANS | BotW | HWDE | SSBU | CoH)[52]
The Kingdom of Spain
SpanishEU
Link (LANS | BotW | HWDE | SSBU | CoH)[58]
The Kingdom of Sweden
Swedish
Link (LANS)
This table was generated using translation pages.
To request an addition, please contact a staff member with a reference.

Gallery

  • Green Link drawing his Bow from Four Swords

    Green Link drawing his Bow from Four Swords

  • Green Link turning around from Four Swords

    Green Link turning around from Four Swords

  • Green Link trying to catch a Rupee from Four Swords

    Green Link trying to catch a Rupee from Four Swords

  • Red Link jumping from Four Swords

    Red Link jumping from Four Swords

  • Blue Link clutching a Red Rupee from Four Swords

    Blue Link clutching a Red Rupee from Four Swords

  • Purple Link blocking an attack from Four Swords

    Purple Link blocking an attack from Four Swords

  • Artwork of the four Links from Four Swords

    Artwork of the four Links from Four Swords

  • Alternative artwork of the Links from Four Swords

    Alternative artwork of the Links from Four Swords

  • Artwork of the Links fighting an Octorok from Four Swords

    Artwork of the Links fighting an Octorok from Four Swords

  • Green Link from Four Swords

    Green Link from Four Swords

  • Red Link from Four Swords

    Red Link from Four Swords

  • Blue Link from Four Swords

    Blue Link from Four Swords

  • Purple Link from Four Swords

    Purple Link from Four Swords

  • Artwork of the Links from Four Swords Adventures

    Artwork of the Links from Four Swords Adventures

  • Green Link preparing for attack from Four Swords Adventures

    Green Link preparing for attack from Four Swords Adventures

  • Green Link performing an attack from Four Swords Adventures

    Green Link performing an attack from Four Swords Adventures

  • Red Link defending himself from Four Swords Adventures

    Red Link defending himself from Four Swords Adventures

  • Red Link using a Fire Rod from Four Swords Adventures

    Red Link using a Fire Rod from Four Swords Adventures

  • Blue Link preparing for attack from Four Swords Adventures

    Blue Link preparing for attack from Four Swords Adventures

  • Blue Link about to throw a Bomb from Four Swords Adventures

    Blue Link about to throw a Bomb from Four Swords Adventures

  • Purple Link from Four Swords Adventures

    Purple Link from Four Swords Adventures

  • Purple Link in battle from Four Swords Adventures

    Purple Link in battle from Four Swords Adventures

  • Purple Link's Four Sword gaining the Power to Repel Evil from Four Swords Adventures

    Purple Link's Four Sword gaining the Power to Repel Evil from Four Swords Adventures

  • Art of the Links from Four Swords Adventures

    Art of the Links from Four Swords Adventures

  • Art of the four Links from Four Swords Adventures (Navi Trackers mode)

    Art of the four Links from Four Swords Adventures (Navi Trackers mode)

  • Red Link burning green Link with a Fire Rod from Four Swords Adventures

    Red Link burning green Link with a Fire Rod from Four Swords Adventures

  • Green Link from Four Swords Adventures

    Green Link from Four Swords Adventures

  • Red Link from Four Swords Adventures

    Red Link from Four Swords Adventures

  • Blue Link from Four Swords Adventures

    Blue Link from Four Swords Adventures

  • Purple Link from Four Swords Adventures

    Purple Link from Four Swords Adventures

  • Green Link meeting red Link in the introduction to Navi Trackers from Four Swords Adventures

    Green Link meeting red Link in the introduction to Navi Trackers from Four Swords Adventures

  • All four Links meet in the introduction to Navi Trackers from Four Swords Adventures

    All four Links meet in the introduction to Navi Trackers from Four Swords Adventures

  • Red Link from Phantom Hourglass

    Red Link from Phantom Hourglass

  • Blue Link from Phantom Hourglass

    Blue Link from Phantom Hourglass

  • Red Link from Phantom Hourglass

    Red Link from Phantom Hourglass

  • Promotional artwork of the Links fighting various enemies from Tri Force Heroes

    Promotional artwork of the Links fighting various enemies from Tri Force Heroes

  • Artwork of the Links trying on Outfits from Tri Force Heroes

    Artwork of the Links trying on Outfits from Tri Force Heroes

  • The Links readying for battle from Tri Force Heroes

    The Links readying for battle from Tri Force Heroes

  • The Links in a Totem playing Tri Force Heroes together from Tri Force Heroes

    The Links in a Totem playing Tri Force Heroes together from Tri Force Heroes

  • Red Link lighting blue Link's Arrow on fire from Tri Force Heroes

    Red Link lighting blue Link's Arrow on fire from Tri Force Heroes

  • The Links fighting Stalchampion from Tri Force Heroes

    The Links fighting Stalchampion from Tri Force Heroes

  • The Links fighting a Moblin atop a Totem from Tri Force Heroes

    The Links fighting a Moblin atop a Totem from Tri Force Heroes

  • Green Link holding up his Sword from Tri Force Heroes

    Green Link holding up his Sword from Tri Force Heroes

  • Red Link holding up his Sword from Tri Force Heroes

    Red Link holding up his Sword from Tri Force Heroes

  • Blue Link holding up his Sword from Tri Force Heroes

    Blue Link holding up his Sword from Tri Force Heroes

  • The Links fighting a Red Chuchu and a Moblin in Battle Quest from Nintendo Land

    The Links fighting a Red Chuchu and a Moblin in Battle Quest from Nintendo Land

  • The Links fighting a Red Chuchu and a Moblin from Battle Quest

    The Links fighting a Red Chuchu and a Moblin from Battle Quest

  • Totem Links costume from Super Mario Maker

    Totem Links costume from Super Mario Maker

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Tapping into the sword's power, the Hero's body split into four, and the combined power of the Heroes was enough to defeat Vaati." (Hyrule Historia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 82)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "It's only natural to be curious about the legend of the Tri Force Heroes, my boy. Their tales have been passed down through the ages in our fair Hytopia. When the kingdom of Hytopia falls into despair, three courageous heroes shall ever arrive to save the day..." — Bearded Baron (Tri Force Heroes)
  3. ↑ "I shall now begin searching with the requested conditions. Please wait for unknown heroes to arrive..." — Match Master (Tri Force Heroes)
  4. ↑ "Links" (Art & Artifacts, Dark Horse Books, pg. 246 (FS), 253 (FSA), 317 (ST) & 363 (TFH))
  5. ↑ The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap—The Official Nintendo Player's Guide, Nintendo of America, pg. 47
  6. ↑ Review of Phantom Hourglass Multiplayer , on ign.com.
  7. ↑ Review of Spirit Tracks Multiplayer , on Kotaku.com.
  8. ↑ "The game takes place several years after A Link Between Worlds and features the same hero. Certain events bring him to the kingdom of Hytopia, where he dresses as he does in order to hide his heroic origins." — @NintendoAmerica on Twitter, October 22, 2015 (Archive)
  9. ↑ Encyclopedia, Dark Horse Books, pg. 306
  10. ↑ "There's no telling where the other hero candidates come from, but the player character you control is the true Hyrulian hero from A Link Between Worlds." — @NintendoAmerica on Twitter, October 22, 2015 (Archive)
  11. ↑ "When the smoke cleared, Styla was met with a terrible sight, followed by the witch's voice in her pretty head: "A perfect outfit for a perfect princess." This cursed outfit of ultimate ugliness could not be removed no matter how the princess tried." — N/A (Tri Force Heroes)
  12. ↑ Antonia Pohl, Aonuma and Shikata discuss more Tri Force Heroes gameplay details , Zelda Universe, published June 16, 2015.
  13. ↑ "A four-player totem was too tall, so we decided three was the better choice." — Hiromasa Shikata, Nintendo Digital Event @ E3 2015 , YouTube (Video), published June 16, 2015, retrieved August 22, 2015.
  14. ↑ "La principessa Zelda è stata rapita da uno stregone intenzionato a liberare Ganon, il re del male: solo Link può ancora salvare Hyrule!" — The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past | NES | Giochi | Nintendo , www.nintendo.it, retrieved September 10, 2020.
  15. ↑ "Il fantastico eroe avventuroso Nintendo, Link di Hyrule, ritorna in questa nuovaricerca epica, Link's Awakening, Il Risveglio di Link." (Link's Awakening box)
  16. ↑ "Link si sveglia nella misteriosa isola di Koholint, lontano da Hyrule sua terra natale." (Link's Awakening DX box)
  17. ↑ "In The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening per Nintendo Switch, aiuterai Link a fuggire da un luogo alquanto strano." — The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening | Nintendo Switch | Giochi | Nintendo , www.nintendo.it, retrieved September 20, 2019.
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  19. ↑ "Il Grande Albero Deku vuole parlare con te! Su, alzati Link!" — Navi (Ocarina of Time 3D, Italian localization)
  20. ↑ "Il mistero ha inizio solo tre mesi dopo il trionfo di Link su Ganondorf in Ocarina of Time. Oppresso, Link guida Epona in una fitta nebbia alla ricerca della fedele amica fata Navi." — The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask | Nintendo 64 | Giochi | Nintendo , www.nintendo.it, retrieved September 10, 2020.
  21. ↑ "Ognuno dei due giochi offre una diversa avventura che Link deve affrontare e superare, ma giocando entrambi i fan potranno trarre molto di più dall'esperienza." — The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons | Game Boy Color | Giochi | Nintendo , www.nintendo.it, retrieved September 10, 2020.
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  24. ↑ "L'amico d'infanzia della Principessa Zelda, Link, utilizzò il potere della Quadrispada per sconfiggere Vaati e imprigionarlo ancora." — N/A (Four Swords Adventures, Italian localization)
  25. ↑ "Una Fata della Forza! Loro fanno rivivere i Link caduti!" — N/A (Four Swords Adventures, Italian localization)
  26. ↑ "Questa volta Link può anche muoversi sui muri come se fosse un dipinto." — The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds | Nintendo 3DS | Giochi | Nintendo , www.nintendo.it, retrieved September 10, 2020.
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  29. ↑ 塞尔达传说：百科全书, New Star Press, pg. 250
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  33. ↑ "Линк" — NintendoRU, Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition — Портрет персонажа № 1 (Nintendo Switch), YouTube (Video), published May 4, 2018, retrieved November 10, 2018.
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  36. ↑ Encyclopedia, TOKYOPOP, pg. 233
  37. ↑ "Link" — View Warriors (Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition)
  38. ↑ "LINK" — Kämpfer | Offizielle Seite zu Super Smash Bros. Ultimate | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  39. ↑ Hyrule Warriors: Zeit der Verheerung | Nintendo Switch | Spiele | Nintendo , www.nintendo.de, retrieved September 8, 2020.
  40. ↑ "LINK" — Combattants | Site officiel de Super Smash Bros. Ultimate | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  41. ↑ Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity pour Nintendo Switch - Détails du jeu Nintendo , www.nintendo.com, retrieved September 8, 2020.
  42. ↑ "LINK" — Fighters | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Official Site | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  43. ↑ Encyclopedia, Les Éditions Soleil, pg. 233
  44. ↑ Encyclopedia, Les Éditions Soleil, pg. 239
  45. ↑ Hyrule Historia, Les Éditions Soleil, pg. 8
  46. ↑ "Link... Il est temps de s'éveiller..." — Fi (Skyward Sword HD)
  47. ↑ "LINK" — Combattants | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Site officiel | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  48. ↑ "Link" — Gallery (Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity)
  49. ↑ "ז'אנר: אקשן, הרפתקאות

    שחקנים: 1

    הצילו את הנסיכה והעולם כולו

    היכנסו לנעליו של האביר לינק במסעו להציל את הנסיכה זלדה ולהביס את האפלה שמאיימת להשתלט על העולם. היכנסו לעולם פתוח, יפהפה ומסקרן, וגלו את האוצרות והסכנות החבויים בתוכו. במשחק הזה אתם

    מחליטים איך לחקור, איך לשרוד ולאן ללכת. הנופים המרהיבים, העלילה המרגשת והגישה הייחודית לנוסחת העולם הפתוח זיכתה את Breath of the Wild בתואר "משחק השנה של 2017", שממשיך להיות בין המשחקים הנמכרים ביותר ל-Switch גם ב-2019"     — Nintendo, THE LEGEND OF ZELDA : BREATH OF THE WILD - משחקים ל-Switch, Official Israel Site, published n.d., retrieved May 10, 2019.
  50. ↑ "ז'אנר: אקשן \ מכות

    מפיץ: נינטנדו

    שחקנים: 1-8

    זמין בחנויות

    משחק חדש בסדרת Super Smash Bros בכיכובן של דמויות נינטנדו מכל הזמנים ואורחים מיוחדים

    מה קורה כשעולמות משחק שונים מתנגשים? מתפתח קרב כמו שמעולם לא ראיתם, עם גיבורים ונבלים שמעולם לא חשבתם שייפגשו באותה זירה. שלטו בדמויות כמו מריו, דונקי קונג, סוניק, לינק, פיקאצ'ו, מגה מן, ריו ועוד!

    Super Smash Bros Ultimate הוא המשחק האולטימטיבי בסדרת משחקי המכות המצליחה וכולל 74 דמויות, מצב עלילתי נרחב בו עליכם לגייס בני ברית ולהילחם באיום חדש על הגלקסיה, ומצבי משחק נוספים שיתנו לכם לשחק מקומית או ברשת עם תמיכה בעד 8 שחקנים בזירה אחת!"     — Nintendo, SUPER SMASH BROS - משחקים ל-Switch, Official Israel Site, published n.d., retrieved May 10, 2019.
  51. ↑ "LINK" — Vechters | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Officiële website | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  52. ↑ "LINK" — Combatientes | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Sitio web oficial | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  53. ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook—The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Shogakukan, pg. 8
  54. ↑ "リンク" — ファイター | 大乱闘スマッシュブラザーズ SPECIAL | 任天堂, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  55. ↑ Nintendo Official Guidebook: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Vol. 1, Shogakukan, pg. 122
  56. ↑ "링크" — 파이터 | 슈퍼 스매시브라더스 얼티밋 | 닌텐도, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  57. ↑ "林克" — 鬥士 | 任天堂明星大亂鬥　特別版 | 任天堂, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
  58. ↑ "LINK" — Luchadores | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Sitio web oficial | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo, smashbros.com, published n.d., retrieved February 20, 2020.
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