For years, fans of Nintendo’sThe Legend of Zeldagames have speculated about whether Link and Zelda are meant to be interpreted as a couple. While each iteration of their story has differed in its romantic undertones, one lesser-known story confirms beyond any reasonable doubt that the bond shared by Link and Zelda transcends friendship to become something more intimate. Regardless of whether that relationship status persists across the series, it’s certainly true for one version of them.
In 1990, Valiant Comics released a series ofThe Legend of Zeldacomics that takes place after the events of the first game in the franchise. Written by George Caragonne, these stories follow Link and Zelda on daring adventures throughout Hyrule.
At the end of each quest, Link requests a kiss from her, though she usually rejects him to focus on the task at hand. Then,Link confesses his love for Zelda in the series' third issue, and she finally kisses him in response. It’s through this sweet moment that the romantic aspect of Link and Zelda’s relationship is unveiled.
The Legend of Zelda’s Comics Confirm Link and Zelda’s Relationship Status
Zelda Reciprocates Link’s Love, Cementing Their Romance At Long Last
The third issue of Valiant Comics’The Legend of Zeldafeatures a two-part story entitled “The Power” and “The Price”. The comic opens with Link and Zelda infiltratingGanon’s fortressto recover a magic trophy he’d stolen. However, things take a turn as Link seizes Ganon’sTriforce of Power, corrupting him with a desire to obtain all three. Zelda refuses to hand over the Triforce of Wisdom, and when he demands to know why, she says,“Because you love me…and I love you.“Zelda’s declaration of love reveals that her feelings for Link are indeed romantic, just as his are for her.
Zelda’s declaration of love reveals that her feelings for Link are indeed romantic, just as his are for her.
These comics aren’t the first entry in the series that hints at the idea of Link and Zelda’s relationship being more than platonic, believe it or not. For instance, at the end ofZelda II: The Adventure of Link, it’s implied that they kiss behind a curtain. However, those potential allusions to them being a couple are never accompanied by a proper confession of love and can be perceived as mere gratitude on Zelda’s part for being rescued. Thus,the confessions shared by Link and Zelda in Valiant Comics' continuity serve as the most explicit confirmation of their romance yet.
Link and Zelda’s Relationship Varies From One Story to the Next
Valiant Comics May Depict Them As a Couple, But The Games Don’t Seem To
Link and Zelda are connected to one another through different reincarnations due to their shared tie to the Triforce, which intertwines their destinies. That bond has manifested in numerous forms, though, and isn’t limited to romance.Although their relationship is likely intended to be romantic in Valiant Comics' take, the rest of theLegend of Zeldafranchise varies in its portrayals of these two characters.Games likeSkyward Swordlean into amorous implications with their devotion to each other, whereas others - such asTwilight Princess- keep things strictly professional. Regardless, Link and Zelda are rarely an actual couple.
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Recently,The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomsparked discussion about their relationship status by insinuating thatLink and Zelda share a house together, which contains a single bed. Patricia Summersett - Zelda’s English voice actress in the game - has also spoken of the many ways the characters' bond can be interpreted in an interview withTheGamer, though she went on to clarify in a post onXthat this doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re a couple.Whatever the true nature of Link’s relationship with Zelda is, all that can be said for sure is that they care deeply for one another - in any timeline.
Romantic or Otherwise, Link’s Love for Zelda Persists In Every Lifetime
Even If Link and Zelda Aren’t Always a Couple, They Do Care About Each Other
The exact relationship status of Link and Zelda remains a mystery from one story to the next, so there’s no concrete answer to what they truly mean to each other. After all,their relationship transcends the limits of standard romantic or platonic attachments, so there’s no need to label them definitively across the board. With that being said, Valiant Comics' specific incarnation of this timeless tale leaves no room for doubt about where Link and Zelda feelings lie. If nothing else, one entry inThe Legend of Zelda’s extensive canon has made it clear that Link and Zelda are a couple.
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The Legend of Zelda
The Legend of Zelda franchise follows the adventures of Link, an elf-like Hylian, and Princess Zelda as they protect the land of Hyrule from the evil warlord-turned-demon king Ganon. The series is known for its mix of action, adventure, and puzzle-solving elements, often revolving around the collection of the Triforce, a powerful relic left by the goddesses who created Hyrule. Each game features different incarnations of Link and Zelda, maintaining core elements while introducing new characters and settings.
