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The Princess and the Hero

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"It is something that grows over time... a true friendship. A feeling in the heart that becomes even stronger over time. The passion of friendship will soon blossom into a righteous power and through it, you will know which way to go..." (Sheik - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time)


I have never spent so much time on one single piece… But I believe it was worth the effort.
I don’t want to sound pompous but I’m really proud.
There are just so many details that you have to take a good time to see it all.

I really wanted to do a new picture representing Link and Zelda together.
For those who know the Zelda games, you know how much these characters’ destinies are closely intertwined. I always thought of them being very close friends. They both care a lot about each other.
However, to me, Link will remain Zelda’s most trusting fighter/protector. I truly believe Link will always have too much respect towards Zelda. A relationship between them doesn’t look plausible.
But that’s just my point of view. =]

Also, concerning the design of their clothes and Epona’s appearance, I did a mix of references between the different conceptions of Ocarina of Time and Twilight Princess… with a tweak of my own imagination.
I went all fantasy-crazy on Epona’s saddle and bridle… (Which I regretted afterwards because it was a pain to colour… xD). Her coat is inspired from OoT.
I don’t know if Link would have ever taught her to bow like that but the idea was very appealing for this drawing.

Link and Zelda’s armour and clothes are based on TP. Thought I did add/changed a few things here and there.

I never intended for this picture to look 100% accurate compared to the games. So please, don’t be alarmed.



The utopian mise-en-scene depicts Link’s oath of allegiance to Zelda, princess of the kingdom of Hyrule.

Please enjoy!
:blowkiss:

:bulletred: Close-ups here :



Reference used.
Link, Zelda, Epona – Zelda games © Nintendo
Image size
2000x1134px 859.81 KB
Make
PENTAX
Model
PENTAX K200D
Shutter Speed
1/1000 second
Aperture
F/6.7
Focal Length
115 mm
ISO Speed
1600
Date Taken
May 2, 2009, 2:23:06 PM
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sunshinehappygirl81's avatar
For some a parent reason Epona in this picture reminds me of a Disney horse. I LOVE IT😀 You did really good😊