The adventures in Hyrule have inspired countless fans to create their own stories in comic form. Explore the creativity of the Zelda community with this compilation of fan-made comics, ranging from epic sagas to humorous strips!
Notable Fan Comic Series
These are some specific, longer-form fan comics or well-known series:
- A Tale of Two Rulers by FigmentForms
Description: A very popular Alternate Universe (AU) comic where, in an attempt to break the cycle of war, Princess Zelda proposes a political marriage to Ganondorf. Known for its beautiful artwork and engaging story. (Ongoing updates often posted on Tumblr/Patreon first, archived on Webtoon). - Sprout Of Hope by zelda-Freak91 (on DeviantArt)
Description: A long-form fan comic hosted on DeviantArt, featuring Link and Zelda in an original, unfolding storyline with expressive, distinct artwork. (Status appears ongoing based on gallery activity). - Zelda Comic by WaveBird (Completed/Archived)
Description: A classic sprite comic that ran for many years. It started with gag-a-day humor based on the original games and evolved into a larger narrative, featuring characters from Zelda and other Nintendo games. The full archive remains online. - Space For Us Among The Clouds by Louisa Roy (Completed/Archived)
Description: A fan comic based on Skyward Sword, written and illustrated by Louisa Roy. The full comic has been preserved on the Internet Archive. - The Legend of Zelda BotW – mini comics by artskepa_ (on WEBTOON CANVAS)
Description: A collection of short, often humorous comic strips based on headcanons and situations from Breath of the Wild. (Appears ongoing/updating).
General Gaming Webcomics Featuring Zelda
Some webcomics cover a variety of games but are well-loved for their Zelda entries:
- Awkward Zombie by Katie Tiedrich
Description: A popular gaming webcomic known for its sharp humor and relatable takes on game logic and characters. It frequently features strips based on various Legend of Zelda games (search the site’s archive for Zelda tags).
Popular Concepts & Communities
- Linked Universe (AU Project)
Description: Not a single comic, but a widely popular collaborative fan project and Alternate Universe where the various Links from different games meet and interact. Countless artists create comics, animatics, and illustrations based on this premise. You can find content by searching tags like #linkeduniverse or #LU_AU on platforms like Tumblr, DeviantArt, and Twitter.Official AU Blog (for info & prompts): linkeduniverse.tumblr.com
Other Creators & Where to Find More
Many talented artists post Zelda comic strips or illustrations on their personal blogs and social media. Some names mentioned in discussions include Frankiesbugs, Lightsintheskye, and MagicalGameTime. Exploring platforms is a great way to discover ongoing comics or individual strips:
- DeviantArt: Search for tags like “Zelda fan comic”, “Zelda comic”, or specific character/game comics.
- Tumblr: Another hub for fan comics and art; search relevant tags.
- WEBTOON CANVAS: An open platform where creators can publish their own comics; search for Zelda-related titles.
- Archive of Our Own (AO3): While primarily for fan fiction, some comic works or illustrated stories might be found here under relevant tags.
Disclaimer: Fan comics are unofficial, non-profit works created by fans. Content, update schedules, and hosting locations may change. Please respect the creators’ work and support official Legend of Zelda releases from Nintendo.