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The cartoon series establishes that Link's entire inventory is actually shrunk inside his magic pouch around his belt: when Link is fighting a [[dragon]], he pulls a miniaturized shield from the pouch, which then grows to normal size. Link always carries his sword, the [[Crissword]], to fire [[Sword Beam]]s at [[Ganon]] and his minions and thus send them back into the [[Evil Jar]]. The young hero only wields his [[Magical Shield]] in four episodes, which he just uses for a brief time during battles. He also often fights alongside Zelda,<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Quick, take these and try to open the gate. Zelda and I will try to hold off Gohma.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=9}}</ref> who proves to be invaluable and even saves the young hero several times throughout the show.<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=I saved you, too! We're even.|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=11}}</ref><ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Zelda! Help!|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=8}}</ref> | The cartoon series establishes that Link's entire inventory is actually shrunk inside his magic pouch around his belt: when Link is fighting a [[dragon]], he pulls a miniaturized shield from the pouch, which then grows to normal size. Link always carries his sword, the [[Crissword]], to fire [[Sword Beam]]s at [[Ganon]] and his minions and thus send them back into the [[Evil Jar]]. The young hero only wields his [[Magical Shield]] in four episodes, which he just uses for a brief time during battles. He also often fights alongside Zelda,<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Quick, take these and try to open the gate. Zelda and I will try to hold off Gohma.|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=9}}</ref> who proves to be invaluable and even saves the young hero several times throughout the show.<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=I saved you, too! We're even.|name=Princess Zelda|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=11}}</ref><ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Zelda! Help!|name=Link|show=The Legend of Zelda|episode=8}}</ref> | ||
=== | ==={{CN|-}}=== | ||
[[File:Link (Captain N).png|thumb|right|Link | [[File:Link (Captain N).png|thumb|right|Link from {{CN|-}}]] | ||
Link makes four episode appearances in ''[[Captain N: The Game Master]]''. Unlike his depiction in ''The Legend of Zelda'' TV Series, he is now portrayed as an older, more mature Link who is no longer obsessed with trying to steal a kiss from Princess Zelda. His hair is longer, and his tunic is also slightly different to accommodate to his older look, but it still retains the same overall style. Jonathan Potts reprises his role as Link's voice actor in this television show. | Link makes four episode appearances in ''[[Captain N: The Game Master]]''. Unlike his depiction in ''The Legend of Zelda'' TV Series, he is now portrayed as an older, more mature Link who is no longer obsessed with trying to steal a kiss from Princess Zelda. His hair is longer, and his tunic is also slightly different to accommodate to his older look, but it still retains the same overall style. Jonathan Potts reprises his role as Link's voice actor in this television show. | ||
Link lives with [[Princess Zelda]] in [[North Castle]], still protecting the Triforce and the kingdom of Hyrule from evil even after Ganon's fall. He is Kevin's favorite video game hero, and although the two of them get along very well when Kevin first meets Link in "[[Quest for the Potion of Power]]", Link begins to become jealous of Kevin's fighting abilities as the heroes travel to the [[Parapa Palace]] since Kevin's skills are making Link look like a clumsy swordsman. When the hero of Hyrule is fighting [[Horsehead]] inside the palace, he shamefully loses his sword against the foe, and just as he's about to get hit by Horsehead, Kevin rushes in and saves Link from the deadly blow, leaving Kevin to finish off the monster. The young hero, feeling humiliated, then begins to act competitive against Kevin,<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=You're the hotshot game master, why ask me?|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref><ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Move it, you're blocking my shot!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> refusing to receive instructions from him on how to defeat an [[Rebonakku|Iron Knuckle]].<ref>{{Cite episode|quote= I don't need you telling me how to handle this, sorehead!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> It isn't until Zelda gets taken by the Iron Knuckle that he and Kevin sort out their differences, learning to work together instead of against each other.<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Okay, Kevin. Let's try it your way. This is going to take two of us.|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref><ref>{{Cite episode|quote=This is my fault. I acted like a jerk because you were such a whiz kid on my turf.|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> From then on, Link becomes much more friendlier with Kevin, always willing to help Kevin whenever the need arises.<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=You're gonna need help. I'm going, too!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Once Upon a Time Machine}}</ref> | Link lives with [[Princess Zelda]] in [[North Castle]], still protecting the Triforce and the kingdom of Hyrule from evil even after Ganon's fall. He is Kevin's favorite video game hero, and although the two of them get along very well when Kevin first meets Link in "[[Quest for the Potion of Power]]", Link begins to become jealous of Kevin's fighting abilities as the heroes travel to the [[Parapa Palace]] since Kevin's skills are making Link look like a clumsy swordsman. When the hero of Hyrule is fighting [[Horsehead]] inside the palace, he shamefully loses his sword against the foe, and just as he's about to get hit by Horsehead, Kevin rushes in and saves Link from the deadly blow, leaving Kevin to finish off the monster. The young hero, feeling humiliated, then begins to act competitive against Kevin,<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=You're the hotshot game master, why ask me?|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref><ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Move it, you're blocking my shot!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> refusing to receive instructions from him on how to defeat an [[Rebonakku|Iron Knuckle]].<ref>{{Cite episode|quote= I don't need you telling me how to handle this, sorehead!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> It isn't until Zelda gets taken by the Iron Knuckle that he and Kevin sort out their differences, learning to work together instead of against each other.<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=Okay, Kevin. Let's try it your way. This is going to take two of us.|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref><ref>{{Cite episode|quote=This is my fault. I acted like a jerk because you were such a whiz kid on my turf.|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Quest for the Potion of Power}}</ref> From then on, Link becomes much more friendlier with Kevin, always willing to help Kevin whenever the need arises.<ref>{{Cite episode|quote=You're gonna need help. I'm going, too!|name=Link|show=Captain N: The Game Master|episode=Once Upon a Time Machine}}</ref> | ||
=== | ==={{TLoZ|-}} (Valiant Comics)=== | ||
[[File:Valiant Link.png|right|160px|Link in the Legend of Zelda comic by Valiant Comics]] | [[File:Valiant Link.png|right|160px|Link in the Legend of Zelda comic by Valiant Comics]] | ||
In the {{TLoZ|Valiant Comics}}, Link's appearance is also heavily based on the artwork of the first ''Zelda'' game: the young hero has long, reddish hair with brown eyes and a large, round nose. He was born in [[Calatia]], where he lived with his parents [[Arn]] and [[Medilia]].<ref name=link2>{{Cite Book|quote=The eldest son of Arn and Medilia, young Link grew up in the kingdom of Calatia, west of Hyrule. At a very young age, Link displayed a talent for swordplay and a thirst for adventure.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=Bonus 2 Issue #4}}</ref> Due to his thirst for adventure and talent for swordplay,<ref name=link2/> Link departs from Calatia in search for excitement, where he eventually stumbles into Impa and helps Zelda save the kingdom of Hyrule from Ganon's forces.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Impa found this hero. A young adventurer named Link who had come to Hyrule in search of excitement, fame and romance.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=2 (Bonus)}}</ref> After accomplishing a daring quest, the Triforce of Courage displayed itself in Link's heart.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The Triforce of Courage, the most mysterious of the three, remained hidden for many years until Link accomplished a daring quest. Now the Triforce of Courage dwells in his heart, the secret of his greatest power.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=Bonus 1}}</ref> From then on, he begins to live in [[North Palace]] with the princess and [[King Harkinian]], protecting both Zelda and the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] from Ganon's clutches.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link's Tower. The Triforce of Wisdom is kept here. (Unfortunately, Link keeps all his junk here, as well)|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=Bonus Page}}</ref><ref name=job>{{Cite Book|quote=Not WE. Just ME. You're going back to the overworld! [...] Because it's gotten too dangerous down here. Because I'm a hero, this is MY job! Because I'm going to protect you whether you like it or not! And because...because I love you.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=3 [The Power]}}</ref> Despite not living in Calatia anymore, he is still loyal to his homeland and would do anything to protect its people and its [[Queen Seline|queen]],<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=But...how can I? My parents...my homeland are all depending on me! I can't leave them!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=6 [Coming Home]}}</ref> even if it means not being able to protect the Princess of Hyrule.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I let the woman I love face her doom alone just so I could be here to put an end to your tyranny--and I will, no matter what!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=10 [Coming Home]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Zelda...I'm a hero, I must help my queen. Do what you have to do.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=6 [Queen of Hearts]}}</ref> | In the {{TLoZ|Valiant Comics}}, Link's appearance is also heavily based on the artwork of the first ''Zelda'' game: the young hero has long, reddish hair with brown eyes and a large, round nose. He was born in [[Calatia]], where he lived with his parents [[Arn]] and [[Medilia]].<ref name=link2>{{Cite Book|quote=The eldest son of Arn and Medilia, young Link grew up in the kingdom of Calatia, west of Hyrule. At a very young age, Link displayed a talent for swordplay and a thirst for adventure.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=Bonus 2 Issue #4}}</ref> Due to his thirst for adventure and talent for swordplay,<ref name=link2/> Link departs from Calatia in search for excitement, where he eventually stumbles into Impa and helps Zelda save the kingdom of Hyrule from Ganon's forces.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Impa found this hero. A young adventurer named Link who had come to Hyrule in search of excitement, fame and romance.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=2 (Bonus)}}</ref> After accomplishing a daring quest, the Triforce of Courage displayed itself in Link's heart.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The Triforce of Courage, the most mysterious of the three, remained hidden for many years until Link accomplished a daring quest. Now the Triforce of Courage dwells in his heart, the secret of his greatest power.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=Bonus 1}}</ref> From then on, he begins to live in [[North Palace]] with the princess and [[King Harkinian]], protecting both Zelda and the [[Triforce of Wisdom]] from Ganon's clutches.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link's Tower. The Triforce of Wisdom is kept here. (Unfortunately, Link keeps all his junk here, as well)|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=Bonus Page}}</ref><ref name=job>{{Cite Book|quote=Not WE. Just ME. You're going back to the overworld! [...] Because it's gotten too dangerous down here. Because I'm a hero, this is MY job! Because I'm going to protect you whether you like it or not! And because...because I love you.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=3 [The Power]}}</ref> Despite not living in Calatia anymore, he is still loyal to his homeland and would do anything to protect its people and its [[Queen Seline|queen]],<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=But...how can I? My parents...my homeland are all depending on me! I can't leave them!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=6 [Coming Home]}}</ref> even if it means not being able to protect the Princess of Hyrule.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I let the woman I love face her doom alone just so I could be here to put an end to your tyranny--and I will, no matter what!|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=10 [Coming Home]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Zelda...I'm a hero, I must help my queen. Do what you have to do.|book=The Legend of Zelda|publisher=Valiant Comics|page=6 [Queen of Hearts]}}</ref> | ||
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In the [[Nintendo Adventure Books]] series, Link is portrayed as an outgoing, brave, playful, and even sometimes arrogant young warrior.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Nice shot,' he says. 'But you were a micro-inch from an exact bullseye. Now, observe a master marskman.' 'I hate it when you brag, Link,' Zelda grumbles. Link winks at Zelda and faces the target.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref> Despite his young age, he is still recognized as being the best swordsman in all of Hyrule and even has the Triforce of Couarge buried deep in his heart.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Though he isn't even twenty yet, Link is already known as the greatest warrior in all of Hyrule.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='This is crazy! You're going to entrust Charles with the Triforce of Wisdom? I mean, come on! Who carries the Triforce of Courage in his heart? Me--that's who!'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 102}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='There are three Triforces, all pieces of the one original Triforce,' Zelda explains. 'The Triforce of Power is in clutches of the evil wizard Ganon. And they say that the Triforce of Couragei s buried deep in Link's heart.'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 78}}</ref><ref name=courage/> Link is also best friends with Zelda, and he seems to enjoy annoying her whenever the chance arises, although the princess also does not miss the opportunity to poke fun at the young hero.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Two steps behind is Zelda's best friend, Link.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Did you hear something?' Zelda asks, stopping suddenly. 'Hear something?' Link replies. Zelda scowls. 'Do you have to repeat everything I say?' 'Repeat everything you say?' Link grins.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='I'm not in the mood for jokes, Link. I have a strange feeling Ganon and his forces might be lurking around here.' 'Ohhh,' Link cries. 'Lurking'--pretty big word, Zel. Been hitting the books again?'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link grins. 'Maybe now you'll better appreciate the talent here at home.' Zelda looks confused. 'Talent?' she says. 'Where?' Then she grins and they both burst out laughing.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref> Whenever in need of advice, Link seeks Impa, the castle's nursemaid, who often reminds him to not act rashly and to think things through, somewhat serving as his mentor and even giving him items which might help the young hero along his adventure.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link, who's listening nearby listening, turns to Impa in outrage. 'The Triforce!' he blurts. Impa grabs his arm. 'If you act rashly, you might ruin your own cause. Here.' She presses a crumpled piece of paper into his hand. 'Let this guide your actions.'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 23}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link looks after Impa. She has always been a faithful friend, and her advice is usually good.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 74}}</ref> | In the [[Nintendo Adventure Books]] series, Link is portrayed as an outgoing, brave, playful, and even sometimes arrogant young warrior.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Nice shot,' he says. 'But you were a micro-inch from an exact bullseye. Now, observe a master marskman.' 'I hate it when you brag, Link,' Zelda grumbles. Link winks at Zelda and faces the target.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref> Despite his young age, he is still recognized as being the best swordsman in all of Hyrule and even has the Triforce of Couarge buried deep in his heart.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Though he isn't even twenty yet, Link is already known as the greatest warrior in all of Hyrule.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='This is crazy! You're going to entrust Charles with the Triforce of Wisdom? I mean, come on! Who carries the Triforce of Courage in his heart? Me--that's who!'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 102}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='There are three Triforces, all pieces of the one original Triforce,' Zelda explains. 'The Triforce of Power is in clutches of the evil wizard Ganon. And they say that the Triforce of Couragei s buried deep in Link's heart.'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 78}}</ref><ref name=courage/> Link is also best friends with Zelda, and he seems to enjoy annoying her whenever the chance arises, although the princess also does not miss the opportunity to poke fun at the young hero.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Two steps behind is Zelda's best friend, Link.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Did you hear something?' Zelda asks, stopping suddenly. 'Hear something?' Link replies. Zelda scowls. 'Do you have to repeat everything I say?' 'Repeat everything you say?' Link grins.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote='I'm not in the mood for jokes, Link. I have a strange feeling Ganon and his forces might be lurking around here.' 'Ohhh,' Link cries. 'Lurking'--pretty big word, Zel. Been hitting the books again?'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link grins. 'Maybe now you'll better appreciate the talent here at home.' Zelda looks confused. 'Talent?' she says. 'Where?' Then she grins and they both burst out laughing.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 2}}</ref> Whenever in need of advice, Link seeks Impa, the castle's nursemaid, who often reminds him to not act rashly and to think things through, somewhat serving as his mentor and even giving him items which might help the young hero along his adventure.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link, who's listening nearby listening, turns to Impa in outrage. 'The Triforce!' he blurts. Impa grabs his arm. 'If you act rashly, you might ruin your own cause. Here.' She presses a crumpled piece of paper into his hand. 'Let this guide your actions.'|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 23}}</ref><ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link looks after Impa. She has always been a faithful friend, and her advice is usually good.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page= 74}}</ref> | ||
==== | ===={{TCT|-}}==== | ||
In the first book of the series, {{TCT}}, Link and Princess Zelda are running inside the [[Midoro Palace]] trying to escape from Ganon's grap. However, the evil wizard finds them and eventually encases Link in a [[Crystal]]. Ganon explains that since he cannot obtain the Triforce of Courage and Wisdom from Link and Zelda respectively, he used a [[Magic Scroll]] which cast a spell to encase both pieces of the Triforce, including the Triforce of Courage encased in Link's heart.<ref name=courage>{{Cite Book| quote='I already have the Triforce of Power, but I need all three parts of the Triforce to complete my hold on Hyrule. Since I cannot get the Triforces of Courage and Wisdom from you, then you shall not be able to use them, either,' he says. 'With this magic scroll, I have cast a spell to encase them in unbreakable crystal. Of course, since the Triforce of Courage is in Link's heart, I'm afraid the poor boy will have to be shut up in the crystal also. Sorry about that.'|book=The Crystal Trap| publisher=Archway| page= 65}}</ref> Zelda is now forced to seek the three items dictated in the [[Fairy's Scroll]] that will help free Link from the Crystal, but she has just 24 hours before the young hero gets trapped inside the crystal forever.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Not likely,' says Ganon. 'There's only one way to break the crystal, and I don't think you'll ever figure it out, or find the three things you need. By this time tomorrow, Link will be trappedi n the crystal forever!'|book=The Crystal Trap| publisher=Archway| page= 65}}</ref> | In the first book of the series, {{TCT}}, Link and Princess Zelda are running inside the [[Midoro Palace]] trying to escape from Ganon's grap. However, the evil wizard finds them and eventually encases Link in a [[Crystal]]. Ganon explains that since he cannot obtain the Triforce of Courage and Wisdom from Link and Zelda respectively, he used a [[Magic Scroll]] which cast a spell to encase both pieces of the Triforce, including the Triforce of Courage encased in Link's heart.<ref name=courage>{{Cite Book| quote='I already have the Triforce of Power, but I need all three parts of the Triforce to complete my hold on Hyrule. Since I cannot get the Triforces of Courage and Wisdom from you, then you shall not be able to use them, either,' he says. 'With this magic scroll, I have cast a spell to encase them in unbreakable crystal. Of course, since the Triforce of Courage is in Link's heart, I'm afraid the poor boy will have to be shut up in the crystal also. Sorry about that.'|book=The Crystal Trap| publisher=Archway| page= 65}}</ref> Zelda is now forced to seek the three items dictated in the [[Fairy's Scroll]] that will help free Link from the Crystal, but she has just 24 hours before the young hero gets trapped inside the crystal forever.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote='Not likely,' says Ganon. 'There's only one way to break the crystal, and I don't think you'll ever figure it out, or find the three things you need. By this time tomorrow, Link will be trappedi n the crystal forever!'|book=The Crystal Trap| publisher=Archway| page= 65}}</ref> | ||
Eventually, Princess Zelda finds the [[Magic Honey]], the [[Handprint]], and the [[Magnifying Glass]] and uses them to shatter the Crystal. With Link now free, the young duo head off to find the [[Spear]], which is the only weapon that can defeat Ganon. Link, with the help of Zelda's friend [[Greenbeard]], obtains the Spear and uses it to defeat Ganon once and for all.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link gets ready to throw the spear. As he does, Ganon stumbles backward. 'The spear!' says the evil wizard in a trembling voice. 'How did you find it?'|book=The Crystal Trap| publisher=Archway| page= 17}}</ref> | Eventually, Princess Zelda finds the [[Magic Honey]], the [[Handprint]], and the [[Magnifying Glass]] and uses them to shatter the Crystal. With Link now free, the young duo head off to find the [[Spear]], which is the only weapon that can defeat Ganon. Link, with the help of Zelda's friend [[Greenbeard]], obtains the Spear and uses it to defeat Ganon once and for all.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=Link gets ready to throw the spear. As he does, Ganon stumbles backward. 'The spear!' says the evil wizard in a trembling voice. 'How did you find it?'|book=The Crystal Trap| publisher=Archway| page= 17}}</ref> | ||
==== | ===={{TSP|-}}==== | ||
In {{TSP}}, Link and Zelda meet a strange knight known as [[Charles of Moria|Sir Charles]] from the kingdom of [[Moria]]. Although the princess and the [[King of Hyrule]] are all quick to trust Charles, Link gets suspicious of his actions from the moment he meets the knight from Moria. After the King of Hyrule decides to show the Triforce of Wisdom to Charles and dubs him a Knight of the Triforce, Link, outraged at the king's decision, goes to Impa for advice and suggests that the young hero go to the [[Water Town of Saria]] and retrieve the [[Mirror of Truth]], which will show Charles's true identity.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=There's only one thing to do. You must hold Charles up to the Mirror of Truth. Then we'll see his true self.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page=88}}</ref> | In {{TSP}}, Link and Zelda meet a strange knight known as [[Charles of Moria|Sir Charles]] from the kingdom of [[Moria]]. Although the princess and the [[King of Hyrule]] are all quick to trust Charles, Link gets suspicious of his actions from the moment he meets the knight from Moria. After the King of Hyrule decides to show the Triforce of Wisdom to Charles and dubs him a Knight of the Triforce, Link, outraged at the king's decision, goes to Impa for advice and suggests that the young hero go to the [[Water Town of Saria]] and retrieve the [[Mirror of Truth]], which will show Charles's true identity.<ref>{{Cite Book| quote=There's only one thing to do. You must hold Charles up to the Mirror of Truth. Then we'll see his true self.|book= The Shadow Prince| publisher=Mammoth| page=88}}</ref> | ||
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At the beginning of the comic, Link is awoken as he is contacted telepathically by Princess Zelda, who asks him to save her from [[Hyrule Castle]]'s prison.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link... Help me... I'm being held prisoner in the castle... Help me... My name is Zelda...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=4}}</ref> Sneaking into the castle, Link witnesses [[Link's Uncle|his uncle's]] defeat against [[Agahnim]] and as such passes on his [[Sword]] and [[Fighter's Shield|Shield]] to the young hero. Before passing out, Link's Uncle explains that after the young hero rescues Zelda and the people in the [[Dark World]], he might be able to meet his parents.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Take my sword and shield. The princess...you must save her! After you rescue Zelda...and the people in the Dark World...you may meet your parents...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> Although Link is successful in rescuing the princess, Agahnim finds her once they reach the Sanctuary. As he kidnaps her, Zelda explains to Link that the Master Sword is the only weapon that can defeat the evil wizard.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It's no use fighting Agahnim with an ordinary sword! You need the Master Sword of legends past!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=17}}</ref> Knowing this, Link begins his search for the two remaining [[Pendants of Virtue]] to wield the Master Sword after [[Sahasrahla]] grants him the [[Pendant of Courage]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The symbols are the legendary Pendants of Virtue. I can help you with the Pendant of Courage...but finding the remaining two pendants is not a quest to be taken lightly... Do you really believe you can accomplish this task, young man?|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=13}}</ref> Link eventually finds the rest of the Pendants with Sahasrahla's guidance and travels to the Lost Woods, where the Master Sword selects him as its bearer. Although the young hero makes it to Hyrule Castle before Agahnim casts his final incantation on the princess, he is unable to defeat the wizard and Zelda is transported to the Dark World.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I have been awaiting your arrival, foolish hero! Watch now as your precious princess '''vanishes'''--before your very '''eyes'''! '''Behold!''' The last moment of Princess Zelda! '''NOW!'''|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page= 13,14}}</ref> With the help of Sahasrahla,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link, listen! Agahnim's magic is like a double-edged sword... The Master Sword was also forged to repel evil magic!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=4}}</ref> Link kills Agahnim by deflecting his own magic, but Agahnim, with his final breath, manages to transport Link into the Dark World.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It appears you are not such a fool after all... But it makes no difference... My defeat will not restore the wise men's seal, on the contrary... [...] And with my final breath...you will join Zelda in...the Dark World!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=5,6}}</ref> | At the beginning of the comic, Link is awoken as he is contacted telepathically by Princess Zelda, who asks him to save her from [[Hyrule Castle]]'s prison.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link... Help me... I'm being held prisoner in the castle... Help me... My name is Zelda...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=4}}</ref> Sneaking into the castle, Link witnesses [[Link's Uncle|his uncle's]] defeat against [[Agahnim]] and as such passes on his [[Sword]] and [[Fighter's Shield|Shield]] to the young hero. Before passing out, Link's Uncle explains that after the young hero rescues Zelda and the people in the [[Dark World]], he might be able to meet his parents.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Take my sword and shield. The princess...you must save her! After you rescue Zelda...and the people in the Dark World...you may meet your parents...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> Although Link is successful in rescuing the princess, Agahnim finds her once they reach the Sanctuary. As he kidnaps her, Zelda explains to Link that the Master Sword is the only weapon that can defeat the evil wizard.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It's no use fighting Agahnim with an ordinary sword! You need the Master Sword of legends past!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=17}}</ref> Knowing this, Link begins his search for the two remaining [[Pendants of Virtue]] to wield the Master Sword after [[Sahasrahla]] grants him the [[Pendant of Courage]].<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=The symbols are the legendary Pendants of Virtue. I can help you with the Pendant of Courage...but finding the remaining two pendants is not a quest to be taken lightly... Do you really believe you can accomplish this task, young man?|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=13}}</ref> Link eventually finds the rest of the Pendants with Sahasrahla's guidance and travels to the Lost Woods, where the Master Sword selects him as its bearer. Although the young hero makes it to Hyrule Castle before Agahnim casts his final incantation on the princess, he is unable to defeat the wizard and Zelda is transported to the Dark World.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I have been awaiting your arrival, foolish hero! Watch now as your precious princess '''vanishes'''--before your very '''eyes'''! '''Behold!''' The last moment of Princess Zelda! '''NOW!'''|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page= 13,14}}</ref> With the help of Sahasrahla,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link, listen! Agahnim's magic is like a double-edged sword... The Master Sword was also forged to repel evil magic!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=4}}</ref> Link kills Agahnim by deflecting his own magic, but Agahnim, with his final breath, manages to transport Link into the Dark World.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It appears you are not such a fool after all... But it makes no difference... My defeat will not restore the wise men's seal, on the contrary... [...] And with my final breath...you will join Zelda in...the Dark World!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=5,6}}</ref> | ||
Instead of turning into a rabbit when he stumbles into the Dark World like in the game, Link momentarily turns into a beast before suppressing his negative emotions and managing to stay in his human form.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Oh no! My negative emotions are turning me into a beast! I must not surrender to these emotions! I'll live a beast's life--forever! I won't!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> He then resumes his search for the princess,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I will '''never''' give up! I will '''find''' Zelda even in the Dark World!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> and befriends [[Epheremelda]] the [[Fairy]] after rescuing her from monsters.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Uggh! You're an '''ugly''' little mannn...but you have my thanksss for helping my Epheremelda... I sssaw your sssword and thought you were the knight...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=4}}</ref> Helping Link out as a guide, Link and his fairy companion successfully free two [[Maiden]]s from their [[crystal]]s, with one of them revealing to Link that Zelda is imprisoned inside | Instead of turning into a rabbit when he stumbles into the Dark World like in the game, Link momentarily turns into a beast before suppressing his negative emotions and managing to stay in his human form.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Oh no! My negative emotions are turning me into a beast! I must not surrender to these emotions! I'll live a beast's life--forever! I won't!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> He then resumes his search for the princess,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=I will '''never''' give up! I will '''find''' Zelda even in the Dark World!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> and befriends [[Epheremelda]] the [[Fairy]] after rescuing her from monsters.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Uggh! You're an '''ugly''' little mannn...but you have my thanksss for helping my Epheremelda... I sssaw your sssword and thought you were the knight...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=4}}</ref> Helping Link out as a guide, Link and his fairy companion successfully free two [[Maiden]]s from their [[crystal]]s, with one of them revealing to Link that Zelda is imprisoned inside {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Turtle Rock|link}}.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Thank you for saving me, Link! I know you are searching for Zelda. She is being held in a rock that looks like a turtle. But this rock is located at the end of this world...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> Link, with the help of [[Roam]], shows up and aids the young hero in defeating the monster in Turtle Rock.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote='''Move''' it, hero! Without that head, the monster's fire and ice will mix violently! You can guess what happens next!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=1}}</ref> With Zelda now saved, the trio head to {{Term|ALttP (Ishinomori)|Ganon's Tower|link}}, where Ganon rises from the defeated body of an Agahnim specter. Link stuns the beast with the Master Sword,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=His '''sword'''... I am '''paralyzed'''...|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=6}}</ref> allowing Zelda to fire a Silver Arrow from Roam's crossbow and defeat Ganon. The Triforce rises from Ganon's body and asks Link to touch it with one wish in his heart as its new master.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote= Welcome, Link... I am the Essence of the Triforce. [...] You have totally destroyed Ganon. The Triforce is waiting for a new master. Its Golden Power is in your hands--touch it with a '''wish''' in your heart.|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=8}}</ref> The Triforce transports them back to the now-peaceful Hyrule, where Link sees a vision of his father, mother and uncle, who congratulate him on his difficult victory.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link... You have done well, Link... In the Imprisoning War of years past, great armies risked all to seal Ganon in the Dark World. You, however, accomplished a much more lonely and difficult victory... It was not only by your own power, but also that of the many generations of knights and Wise Men who preceded you. Let the memories of their efforts humble you. Never forget!|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|pages=11, 12}}</ref> The newly-crowned Queen Zelda appoints Link as the Master of the Knights of Hyrule,<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=Link was appointed as Master of the Knights of Hyrule by the newly-crowned Queen Zelda.|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=13}}</ref> and the two of them, now being kept apart by their duties, share one last moment in the Lost Woods before Zelda gallops away on her horse.<ref>{{Cite Book|quote=It's '''ironic''', isn't it... The psychic link between us was so strong when I was in Ganon's clutches... But now that we are both free, and at peace...you seem so '''distant''', guarding the Triforce... I am '''alone'''.|book=A Link to the Past|publisher=Nintendo Power|page=14}}</ref> | ||
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