Link’s parents are generally not detailed in the Legend of Zelda series, but it is often implied that they died or are absent for unknown reasons.
The Legend of Zelda series, created by Nintendo, is known for its minimalistic storytelling and the mysterious backgrounds of its characters, including the protagonist, Link. Throughout the various games, the fate of Link’s parents is rarely addressed directly. However, there are some instances where their absence is implied or briefly mentioned.
In “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time,” it is suggested that Link’s mother died after escaping a war in Hyrule, entrusting her child to the Deku Tree in the Kokiri Forest. This is the most information provided about Link’s parents in any of the games. The Deku Tree then raises Link as one of the Kokiri, the forest children who never age. Link’s father is not mentioned in this game, and his fate remains unknown.
In other games, Link is often depicted as an orphan or a child with an unknown family background. This lack of information about his parents serves to create a universal character that players can easily project themselves onto, as well as to emphasize the themes of destiny and heroism that are central to the series. The focus is on Link’s adventures and the characters he meets along the way, rather than his family history.
While some spin-off materials, like manga adaptations, have attempted to fill in the gaps regarding Link’s parents, these are not considered canonical by Nintendo. Therefore, in the official game lore, the story of Link’s parents remains largely untold, contributing to the enigmatic aura that surrounds the character and his legendary quests.