Defending the Princess, Why Zelda?

I think it's also because she's serious in personality...I mean, do you see Saria flirting with him? Nope, yet I'd consider her the most likely possibility if she hadn't been eliminated. ( Same with Ilia's style but she was never ruled out )

I can agree with maturity factoring into it: Zelda and Saria are a few of the only ones who don't make me roll my eyes and go "oh brother" when they are interacting with Link. I actually find flirtacious behavior as annoying rather than cute.

In Tetra's case though I found it different. Maybe because she was "smart" flirtacious, the type of girl who has more on her mind than just love. It was adventure and duty first, love later.

I think it's also because she's serious in personality...I mean, do you see Saria flirting with him? Nope, yet I'd consider her the most likely possibility if she hadn't been eliminated. ( Same with Ilia's style but she was never ruled out )

I can agree with maturity factoring into it: Zelda and Saria are a few of the only ones who don't make me roll my eyes and go "oh brother" when they are interacting with Link. I actually find flirtacious behavior as annoying rather than cute.

In Tetra's case though I found it different. Maybe because she was "smart" flirtacious, the type of girl who has more on her mind than just love. It was adventure and duty first, love later.

Exactly. Perfect way to describe Tetra's "flirty" smile. I agree with what you said about flirting. It's annoying, not cute.

I don't remember the last time I haven't seen flirting that was cute.
It drives me insane sometimes, and yeah!: It makes me want to go "Geez. Loser! Got nothing better to do eh?"

I agree with the statement of Tetra being flirtacious in a smart way. Better than he mindless kind!

Exactly. I've been 10, and I've been 17 before along with all the other ages between. I can always remember how it bothered me then and now. I'm no serious feminist, but I've always thought women should aspire to more than just chasing men. IMO, it doesn't usually work anyways: the really worthwhile guys can't be caught so easily.

I can respect Tetra/Zelda because she's more than that. The pirates themselves tell you how they respect her for her leadership at such a young age...leadership is no easy task either. All Zeldas have that in common. I hate to say it, but their sense of duty goes so far that they would reject Link if it meant the good of their kingdom. However, I will always believe he IS good for Hyrule, and especially at her side.

Exactly. I've been 10, and I've been 17 before along with all the other ages between. I can always remember how it bothered me then and now. I'm no serious feminist, but I've always thought women should aspire to more than just chasing men. IMO, it doesn't usually work anyways: the really worthwhile guys can't be caught so easily.

I can respect Tetra/Zelda because she's more than that. The pirates themselves tell you how they respect her for her leadership at such a young age...leadership is no easy task either. All Zeldas have that in common. I hate to say it, but their sense of duty goes so far that they would reject Link if it meant the good of their kingdom. However, I will always believe he IS good for Hyrule, and especially at her side.

Yes, he totally is good for Hyrule. The citizens need a hero after the trauma that they had to go through. They don't know what happened, and they need someone to look up to. Link proved that he cares about the kingdom, so why would he stop caring? He would make an excellent king alongside Zelda.

Exactly. I've been 10, and I've been 17 before along with all the other ages between. I can always remember how it bothered me then and now. I'm no serious feminist, but I've always thought women should aspire to more than just chasing men. IMO, it doesn't usually work anyways: the really worthwhile guys can't be caught so easily.

I can respect Tetra/Zelda because she's more than that. The pirates themselves tell you how they respect her for her leadership at such a young age...leadership is no easy task either. All Zeldas have that in common. I hate to say it, but their sense of duty goes so far that they would reject Link if it meant the good of their kingdom. However, I will always believe he IS good for Hyrule, and especially at her side.

Yes, he totally is good for Hyrule. The citizens need a hero after the trauma that they had to go through. They don't know what happened, and they need someone to look up to. Link proved that he cares about the kingdom, so why would he stop caring? He would make an excellent king alongside Zelda.

And, you can't forget the royal armor he can wear!!! Makes him look more kingly and fit for the task. And the people do need someone to recount the adventure that took place. They were all gone, weren't they??? Spirits or something??? Anyway, there way too many reasons for why Link should take the throne alongside Zelda. At least, too many to fit on this page!

Wait a sec, this is supposed to be "defending the princess" remember? Okay...so...everything's already been said...sort of. Zelda's smart, so she would know who to pick. Someone she'll be happy with and someone who is good for hyrule *coughLinkcough*

I really can't see Link being a King. I can see him becoming one of the top knights, but not King. Besides that, I think Zelda can rule the country perfectly on her own; she does not need a man to make important decisions that govern the land of Hyrule. Whoever said that there needs to be a King to rule the land is bogus.

I suppose people simply said that he should be king because of zelink. If zelda's a princess, that means that when she gets married, there will be a king and queen. So, since countless people say Zelink rules (so true lol) and that they should get married, he might as well be crowned king, unless she leaves her post as princess. Which might not happen. Whoever said that he should be king is not bogus, but he could still be someone important, or almost as important as King. But, if Zelda is going to marry another guy (god forbid), then Link should definitely be the top knight, unless it'll be awkward between him and Zelda.

And yeah... isn't the subject about Defending the princess??? Who started this this whole case for kingship??? Which reminds me, there's a topic for the actual case for kingship!

PS: I agree with Twilight Mistress, to be honest, but I still kinda want him to be someone very important in Zelda's life, and in Hyrule's realm. Not neccessarily meaning to be king, but very important.

Bingo. That's essentially it right there. If Link marries the princess, he's likely not going to be allowed to go title-less. Not in a medieval fairy tale type kingdom.

Anyways, the topic. I will admit I do get more fodder for thought on the other forum I frequent ( more Malinkers, even Saria and Ruto shippers ) and here's one that came up of late.

"Link will want to leave the castle and go be himself/have fun"

This implies that Link won't enjoy spending time with Zelda and can't really identify with her. Where do people get this idea? I'm sure that Zelda being the princess does mean she has to hang out in a dress fairly frequently but she's noted for being a tomboy.
When I think of the implications of being a tomboy, this usually means enjoying things that most guys do. Climbing trees, swimming, getting dirty, adventure and such. Zelda would probably enjoy doing such things with Link as well as hearing about his various adventures. She also seems a good listener..I do think she'd be a kindred spirit.

Into a second point: " Zelda wouldn't be the one he confides in"

Why do people assume Malon is a better listener than Zelda? Because she's more accessible? Zelda is just as accessible to Link in an ordinary day: all he has to do is ask for an audience. If she's busy, I'm sure she'd make some time for him. If you listen to the way Zelda treats Link normally, she seems respectful and wants his input. Her intro in OoT for one...she wants you to respond. In MM he goes to her likely depressed before leaving for Termina..I would imagine she gives him comfort.
Even unknowingly as an adult Zelda ( Sheik ) was comforting him when he needed it. ( She walks in when Link is looking despondant over Saria's empty stump with words of wisdom )
The wisdom factor. If Link has a real problem...and I mean, world shattering type ( "The Moon is going to fall!" ) where does he get his wisdom? Her. She told him what to do unknowingly to save Termina. She's also looked out for him and saved his butt before. ( Tetra drawing off the Helmaroc King in WW as well as stopping him from charging off a cliff )
Anyways, listening. Relating to my first point: Zelda is a tomboy and adventurous, yet mostly confined behind castle walls. Link would find a very willing and interested audience in his travels. She's also not the type to chase him romantically...I don't think he'd feel the need to guard himself. ( Think how uncomfortable guys can get around women who have chased them ) Love would happen naturally between him and Zelda.

Yeah, tomboys like those type of thing (I know because I am one). If Zelda was always confined, that would make her a good listener because she would want to hear what's going on outside. Link would make life fun for her and they just seem to compliment and complete each other. Neither of them would have to go running after each other because love between each other would happen naturally and beautifully.

I most certainly am one too. I will always remember how good I got along with boys too when I was younger. ( Better than girls actually ) Tomboys have the potential to become great friends with guys too, again because the guys don't feel threatened. There's the chance to get relegated to the "just friends" spot, but IMO, Link would have to be blind to not be interested in Zelda. Even then, her character would win him.

Exactly...and leadership is lonely. Zelda's position will always set her apart from others, and she wouldn't be human if she didn't get terribly lonely now and then. Link understands that more than anyone else: he's a hero. He moves on when he's done, and is always somewhat on the outside looking in. I think that very factor may be what gives them such great chemistry.

Another argument to defend from: " Zelda is jealous. "

You see this one constantly. From people posting Brawl shots of Zelda being furious because Link is chatting up another woman to opinions and such, I think it's a huge mischaracterization. She's the most selfless person in the Zelda world aside from Link, and she's never remotely demonstrated this before. If Link chose another ( which I doubt would ever happen ) over her, she'd likely smile and wish him well. I do suspect though that she'd hide it well, but he'd break her heart terribly. Zelda has so few she can be vulnerable to, the loss of Link would be terrible on her. ( Which is why I can't see it happening. )

Yeah, she probably would wish him luck. why would anyone wish otherwise? If someone's happy, be glad and hide your despair, that's what I think people should do anyways. Zelda would probaly have a broken heart, but she would try to put on a brave face and deny that she was hurting. About the tomboy thing, I actually do have some friends that are boys, I would constantly play with my cousin Alex (who is a boy) instead of his sister. Or, when picking who to play with, I would usually choose a group of boys or tomboys.

I most certainly am one too. I will always remember how good I got along with boys too when I was younger. ( Better than girls actually ) Tomboys have the potential to become great friends with guys too, again because the guys don't feel threatened. There's the chance to get relegated to the "just friends" spot, but IMO, Link would have to be blind to not be interested in Zelda. Even then, her character would win him.

Exactly...and leadership is lonely. Zelda's position will always set her apart from others, and she wouldn't be human if she didn't get terribly lonely now and then. Link understands that more than anyone else: he's a hero. He moves on when he's done, and is always somewhat on the outside looking in. I think that very factor may be what gives them such great chemistry.

Another argument to defend from: " Zelda is jealous. "

You see this one constantly. From people posting Brawl shots of Zelda being furious because Link is chatting up another woman to opinions and such, I think it's a huge mischaracterization. She's the most selfless person in the Zelda world aside from Link, and she's never remotely demonstrated this before. If Link chose another ( which I doubt would ever happen ) over her, she'd likely smile and wish him well. I do suspect though that she'd hide it well, but he'd break her heart terribly. Zelda has so few she can be vulnerable to, the loss of Link would be terrible on her. ( Which is why I can't see it happening. )

Woww... I'm a tomboy too, except my friends are ALL girly gorls, so I can't talk to them about video games and such. I'm the guy in the bunch!

But back on beaten track. I agree with the being vulnerable thing about Zelda, and if Link chose another girl (MAY GOD FORBID!), she would smile, and say good wise things to conceal how she truly feels. That's the type the adult Zelda is. And I also think that they do compliment eachother, since Link has all the freedom, but needs a wise, good listener, and Zelda, on the other hand, needs someone o listen to and doesn't have all the freedom! Could they be more perfect!

I think that in WW, they made Zelda also be Tetra, to show that Zelda is also a tomboy, because that was what Tetra was... Just thought of that...

Yup, and Link seemed to like her just the way she was. I'll always like WW Link for that.

Another interesting thing about tomboys that I've noticed...when they clean up, they tend to shock the guys quite well. I think that was exactly what happened in WW when she suddenly was in a dress, and part of it in OoT when she turned out to be so beautiful. ( The other part of his reaction was likely, "Sheik is Zelda!" )