Which Link had pink hair?

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The Link with pink hair is from the classic game A Link to the Past, where the in-game sprite of Link is depicted with pink hair, differing from the traditional blond hair color associated with the character in other games and official artwork. This unique characteristic has sparked curiosity among fans, leading to various discussions and speculations about the reason behind this distinct hair color choice.

Introduction to Link’s Hair Color

The variation in Link’s hair color across different games has been a subject of interest, with A Link to the Past standing out due to its pink-haired Link. Understanding the context and possible reasons behind this choice can provide insight into the game’s design and the evolution of the Legend of Zelda series.

Link’s Hair Color Evolution

Over the years, Link’s hair color has varied, with the first three games (The Legend of Zelda, Adventure of Link, and A Link to the Past) originally portraying him with brown hair in artworks and even the cartoon based on the second installment. It wasn’t until Ocarina of Time that Link became commonly associated with blond hair.

FAQs

1. Why did Link have pink hair in A Link to the Past? The reason seems to be to contrast with the many green/brown landscapes in the game and to be distinguishable from Link’s sprite’s own skin.
2. What was Link’s original hair color? The first three games and related artworks depicted Link with brown hair.
3. Why is Link’s hair purple in Link to the Past? Canonically, Link’s hair is not purple; the in-game sprites show him with purple hair to make the game brighter and more colorful.
4. Why did Link’s hair color change? The change to blond hair might be due to the sun bleaching it over time in his many quests, with the pink hair in A Link to the Past possibly intended to make him look cool.
5. Does Link have pink hair in A Link to the Past canonically? Officially, Link has blond hair in A Link to the Past, but the in-game sprite was changed to pink for some reason.
6. Why did Link dress up as a girl? To sneak into Gerudo Town, Link needs to dress up as a female Gerudo, which is a plot point that leverages the Gerudo being an all-female race in the Zelda lore.
7. Has Link ever been a girl? While Link is traditionally male, there was an official female version of him at one point, reflecting the series’ evolution and experimentation with character designs.
8. Which Link is the strongest? Among the various versions of Link, determining the strongest is subjective, but versions like the Hero of Time and Fierce Deity Link are often considered particularly powerful.
9. What is Link’s canon age? Link is generally depicted as being on the younger side, under the age of 18, with specific ages given in different games, such as 10 in the first game and 17 in Twilight Princess.
10. What is the rarest hair color? The rarest natural hair color is red, making up only one to two percent of the global population, but this is unrelated to Link’s pink hair in A Link to the Past.
11. Why is Link a pink bunny? In A Link to the Past, Link transforms into a pink rabbit in the Dark World, making him unable to defend himself, which is a pivotal plot point in the game.
12. Why does Link wear a blue earring? Link’s earring could symbolize his role or status, but there’s no clear canonical reason given for the choice of a blue earring.
13. Is Link nonbinary? According to Eiji Aonuma, Link was intended to be a gender-neutral character, but he is considered male, reflecting the complexities of character design and interpretation.
14. Does Link have a sibling? In The Wind Waker, Link has a little sister named Aryll, showcasing a more personal side of Link’s life.
15. Who does Link love most? The relationship between Link and Zelda is central to many games, with Skyward Sword highlighting their connection and Link’s desire to save her, emphasizing their bond beyond a traditional hero-princess dynamic.