Welcome to the character guide for The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds! Released for the Nintendo 3DS, this acclaimed title revisits the classic Hyrule first explored in A Link to the Past, but introduces a parallel dimension – the decaying kingdom of Lorule.
Central to the adventure is Link’s unique ability to merge into walls as a 2D painting, allowing for innovative puzzle-solving and exploration across these two interconnected worlds. The story is driven by a diverse cast, featuring both familiar faces in new circumstances and entirely original characters, including intriguing counterparts in the land of Lorule.
Meet the heroes, villains, sages, and allies who shape Link’s journey to restore balance between the two kingdoms. Below you’ll find details on the key figures encountered in Hyrule and Lorule.
Table of Contents
Main Characters
Link
The main protagonist. A young blacksmith’s apprentice living in Hyrule who discovers the ability to merge into walls as a 2D painting. He is destined to become the hero who wields the Master Sword and saves both Hyrule and Lorule.
Princess Zelda
The wise and kind ruler of Hyrule. She possesses sacred power as a descendant of the Seven Sages. She senses the growing evil and tasks Link with warning Sahasrahla before being captured by Yuga.
Ravio
A mysterious, cowardly merchant wearing a rabbit hood who squats in Link’s house, turning it into a shop. He rents and eventually sells crucial items (like the Bow, Bombs, Hammer, etc.) needed for Link’s adventure. His true identity and motives are a major plot point revealed later in the game.
Yuga
The main antagonist for the first part of the game. A vain and powerful sorcerer from Lorule obsessed with beauty. He has the magical ability to turn people into paintings and seeks to capture the descendants of the Seven Sages to resurrect Ganon.
Princess Hilda
The ruler of the decaying kingdom of Lorule, the dark counterpart to Hyrule. She acts as Link’s guide through Lorule’s dungeons, seemingly helping him rescue the Sages. Her true intentions are more complex, driven by desperation to restore her own kingdom.
Ganon
The ancient embodiment of evil and power. Yuga seeks to revive him using the power of the captured Sages. He eventually merges with Yuga to become Yuga Ganon, the final boss.
The Seven Sages (Descendants)
These characters are targeted by Yuga and turned into paintings. Link must rescue their portraits from dungeons in Lorule.
Seres
A kind priestess and attendant at the Sanctuary. She is the first Sage descendant captured by Yuga.
Gulley
Link’s cheerful young friend and fellow apprentice at the Blacksmith’s shop.
Osfala
The arrogant but knowledgeable pupil of Sahasrahla, initially dismissive of Link.
Irene
A friendly young witch-in-training who offers Link a bell for fast travel. She is the apprentice of the Hyrulean Witch.
Oren
The benevolent Queen of the Zoras, residing in Zora’s Domain.
Rosso
A sturdy miner living near Death Mountain, known for his strength and connection to the Rosso Ore.
Impa
Princess Zelda’s loyal attendant and elder advisor, also a descendant of the Sages. Sahasrahla asks Link to find her early in the game.
Key Supporting Characters
Sahasrahla
A wise elder living in Kakariko Village who guides Link early in his quest. He is a descendant of the original Seven Sages.
Blacksmith
Gulley’s master and Link’s employer. He can temper the Master Sword.
Blacksmith’s Wife
Runs the household and worries about Gulley.
Witch
Irene’s mentor who runs the Witch’s Hut, brewing and selling potions.
Fortune Teller
Found near the entrance to the desert, offers Link hints for rupees.
Milk Bar Owner
Runs the milk bar in Kakariko Village. Several sidequests involve him and his premium milk.
Bee Guy
An eccentric man found in Kakariko Village obsessed with bees. Gives Link the Net and rewards him for finding Golden Bees.
Mother Maiamai
A large, octopus-like creature who has lost her 100 babies (Maiamais). Finding them allows her to upgrade Link’s rented/purchased items.
Thief Girl
A character encountered in Lorule’s Thieves’ Town who plays a key role in navigating its dungeon.