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The Legend of Zelda Character Names

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Link /LINK/ The recurring hero of the Zelda series, destined to save Hyrule from evil. Zelda /ZEHL-duh/ The princess of Hyrule, often possessing wisdom and magical abilities. Ganondorf /guh-NON-dorf/ The primary antagonist, a powerful Gerudo sorcerer seeking to conquer Hyrule. Impa /IM-puh/ Zelda's loyal protector and a member of the Sheikah tribe. Epona /ih-POH-nuh/ Link's loyal horse, a swift and reliable companion. Sheik /SHEEK/ Zelda's alter ego in Ocarina of Time, disguised as a Sheikah. Navi /NAH-vee/ Link's fairy companion in Ocarina of Time, providing guidance and hints. Midna /MID-nuh/ A Twili princess and Link's companion in Twilight Princess, initially selfish but eventually compassionate. Tingle /TING-guhl/ An eccentric man obsessed with fairies and dressed as one. Groose /GROOS/ Link's rival in Skyward Sword, initially a bully but eventually becomes an ally. Skull Kid /SKULL KID/ A mischievous and lonely forest spirit, often causing trouble. Beedle /BEE-duhl/ A recurring traveling merchant with a passion for bugs. Kass /KASS/ A Rito musician who sings ancient songs and provides hints in Breath of the Wild. Riju /REE-joo/ The young chief of the Gerudo in Breath of the Wild. Sidon /SYE-duhn/ The Zora prince in Breath of the Wild, known for his unwavering optimism and support. Darunia /duh-ROO-nee-uh/ A powerful Goron leader and sage who becomes one of Link's closest allies in Ocarina of Time. He is known for his love of music and protective nature towards his people. Nabooru /nuh-BOO-roo/ The fierce leader of the Gerudo tribe and one of the seven sages in Ocarina of Time. She is a skilled warrior who resists Ganondorf's control. Saria /SAR-ee-uh/ A young Kokiri girl and childhood friend of Link who becomes the Sage of the Forest. She provides magical guidance and protection through spiritual connection to nature. Malon /muh-LONE/ A compassionate farmer's daughter who assists Link across multiple timelines. She is deeply connected to equine care and appears as a steadfast ally throughout Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask. Talon /TAL-un/ Malon's father and owner of Lon Lon Ranch who provides hospitality and assistance to Link. He is characterized by his dedication to his ranch and distinctive voice. Vaati /vah-AH-tee/ A powerful wind mage and sorcerer who serves as the primary antagonist in Four Swords and The Minish Cap. Vaati wields incredible wind-based magic and seeks dominion over Hyrule. Tetra /TET-ruh/ A spirited pirate captain in The Wind Waker who becomes Link's trusted ally and romantic interest. She harbors a hidden connection to Princess Zelda's true identity. Medli /MED-lee/ A young Rito bird-person who becomes Link's companion and loyal helper throughout The Wind Waker. She develops a profound bond with Link and assists him on his maritime adventures. Zant /ZANT/ The self-proclaimed King of Twilight and primary antagonist of Twilight Princess who wields dominion over shadow and darkness. He serves as a vessel for greater corruption within the Twilight Realm. Ilia /IHL-yuh/ A girl from Ordon Village who shares a close, pivotal bond with Link throughout Twilight Princess. She is compassionate and becomes integral to the game's narrative of restoring light to Hyrule.

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