The Minish Cap: Characters

Link

Role: Protagonist

The young hero of Hyrule, easily recognizable by his green tunic (though he starts in simpler clothes). In this installment, Link is a childhood friend of Princess Zelda and the grandson of Smith, the royal swordsmith. He is chosen by the King to seek out the elusive Minish after disaster strikes during the Picori Festival. Courageous and determined, Link embarks on a quest to reforge the sacred Picori Blade and rescue Zelda. His unique ability in this game, granted by Ezlo, is to shrink down to the size of the Minish, allowing him to explore hidden areas and interact with the tiny race.

Ezlo

Role: Link’s Companion / The Minish Cap

Ezlo is a sarcastic, somewhat arrogant, but ultimately wise Minish sage who was cursed into the form of a green, bird-like cap by his former apprentice, Vaati. He becomes Link’s constant companion, riding atop his head and providing guidance, commentary (often complaining), and the crucial ability to shrink Link using special portals. Ezlo’s knowledge of the Minish world is invaluable, and his personal quest to regain his true form and stop Vaati aligns closely with Link’s own journey. Despite his cranky exterior, he develops a genuine bond with Link.

Princess Zelda

Role: Princess of Hyrule / Link’s Friend / Damsel in Distress

The kind and adventurous Princess of Hyrule and a close childhood friend of Link. Zelda invites Link to the Picori Festival early in the game. During the festival’s award ceremony, the antagonist Vaati appears, shattering the Picori Blade and turning Zelda to stone in his search for the Light Force. Saving Zelda becomes one of Link’s primary motivations throughout the adventure. Her connection to the Light Force is significant to the game’s lore.

Vaati

Role: Main Antagonist

A powerful and malevolent sorcerer seeking the legendary Light Force, believed to reside within the royal family of Hyrule. Vaati was once a Minish apprentice fascinated by the evil in the hearts of humans. He stole his master Ezlo’s magical cap, granting him immense power and cursing Ezlo in the process. Vaati’s actions – breaking the Picori Blade, petrifying Zelda, and unleashing monsters upon Hyrule – drive the game’s conflict. He serves as the final boss, transforming into monstrous forms using the power he attains.

King Daltus

Role: King of Hyrule / Zelda’s Father

The benevolent ruler of Hyrule. Deeply concerned after Zelda is turned to stone and the Picori Blade is shattered, King Daltus tasks Link with the seemingly impossible mission of finding the Minish and seeking their aid, setting the main adventure in motion.

The Minish (Picori)

Role: Secretive Tiny Race / Helpers

Known to humans as the legendary Picori, the Minish are a race of tiny, elf-like beings visible only to well-behaved children. They live hidden from the human world in forests, mountains, and even within Hyrule Town. They are the creators of the Picori Blade and the Light Force. Link interacts with various Minish communities throughout his quest:

• Forest Minish: Live in Minish Woods, recognizable by their green, leafy attire. Their elder is Festari.
• Town Minish: Reside secretly within Hyrule Town’s buildings, helping humans in unseen ways. Their elder is Gentari.
• Mountain Minish: Skilled miners and blacksmiths living on Mt. Crenel. Their chief smith, Melari, plays a crucial role in reforging the Picori Blade.

Smith

Role: Link’s Grandfather / Royal Swordsmith

Link’s grandfather and Hyrule’s master swordsmith. He gifts Link his first sword and shield and entrusts him with delivering a sword to Hyrule Castle for the Picori Festival ceremony, kicking off Link’s involvement. He represents Link’s connection to the traditions of Hyrule and its protectors.

Tingle (and brothers Ankle, Knuckle, David Jr.)

Role: Eccentric Map-Maker / Kinstone Fusion Expert

The recurring, bizarre, fairy-obsessed character Tingle appears alongside his identically dressed brothers. In The Minish Cap, Tingle plays a major role in the Kinstone Fusion sidequest. Fusing Kinstone pieces (matching fragments of medallions) with Tingle and numerous other characters across Hyrule reveals secrets, opens passages, and yields rewards, adding significant optional content to the game.

Mayor Hagen

The mayor of Hyrule Town, known for his mask collection.

Mutoh

The boss of the carpenters building houses in the town.

Eenie and Meenie

Farmers tending crops in the Eastern Hills.

Syrup

A witch living in the Minish Woods who sells potions.

Great Fairies

Found in various locations, they offer upgrades like larger wallets or bomb bags.

Rem

A shoemaker in Hyrule Town known for falling asleep on the job, but capable of making special footwear.

Dr. Left

A researcher found in the Town Library, obsessed with studying the Picori.

Gorman

A shady character who wants to rent out Link’s house.

Percy

A poet living by Lake Hylia.