Does Link from Zelda Talk?
The answer to Link’s vocal abilities is complex, as while he is often considered a silent protagonist, there are instances in the Legend of Zelda series where he is implied to speak, and in some games, he even has voiced lines, albeit not always audible to the player. This paradoxical characterization allows players to insert themselves into Link’s shoes and imagine his personality, despite the lack of explicit dialogue.
Understanding Link’s Silence
Link’s silence is a deliberate design choice that has been a part of the Zelda series since its inception, and it serves to make the player feel more immersed in the game world. However, this silence is not always absolute, and there are times when Link’s voice is heard or his dialogue is implied.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does Link ever talk in the Zelda series?
Link is often considered a silent protagonist, but there are instances where he is implied to speak, and in some games, he even has voiced lines.
2. Why does Link from Zelda not talk?
According to the Zelda series, Link stays quiet to deal with the immense pressure and duty on him as the hero of Hyrule.
3. Does Link have a voice in Breath of the Wild?
Kengo Takanashi voices Link in Breath of the Wild, although his voice is not always audible to the player.
4. Does Link ever kiss Zelda?
Although romantic interest is heavily hinted at in Skyward Sword and Breath of the Wild, they never officially kiss.
5. What is Link’s full name in Zelda?
According to Shigeru Miyamoto, Link’s full name is Link Link, a joking reference to the Super Mario Bros. movie.
6. Was Link originally a girl?
Although Link is a male character, Aonuma said that he wanted him to be gender-neutral in Ocarina of Time.
7. How old is Link in Tears of the Kingdom?
Link is approximately 125 years old in Tears of the Kingdom, given that he was around 117 in Breath of the Wild.
8. Did Link lose his memories on TotK?
While Link hasn’t lost his memories again in Tears of the Kingdom, the Dragon Tear memories help to fill in parts of the past.
9. Can Link marry Zelda?
They are never depicted marrying, and if they were to get married, Link would at the very least become a prince.
10. Why is Link so short?
The reason behind Link’s various heights is twofold: different games show Link at different ages, and different games show different versions of Link.
11. Is Link deaf in Zelda?
He is not deaf at all and simply cannot speak, which could be due to a born disability, an incident, or being raised by a community without vocal speech.
12. Does Link have a full name?
Link’s full name is Link Link, a joking reference to the Super Mario Bros. movie, where Mario’s last name is also Mario.
13. Is Link always Hylian?
Link has always appeared as a Hylan in the Legend of Zelda series due to the hero’s spirit that was passed down through the legacy of the Knights of Hyrule.
14. Is Link a half-elf?
Link is a Hylian, which is a sort of elf-human hybrid as far as looks go, but canonically, there are no humans or elves in Hyrule.
15. How old is Mipha?
Mipha is roughly 55 years old in Zora years, although she appears to be around the same age as Link and Zelda, and stands at 5’2 tall, which is shorter than some Hylian women.