The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's voice actress for this version of the game's princess states that the two main characters of Link and Zelda are in a relationship. When it comes to Nintendo, there are many iconic characters that are typically seen together, sometimes putting the relationship at the forefront of the game, or in the background with supplemental promotional material. Among the many iconic Nintendo couples throughout the years, Link and Zelda, or Zelink in some circles, is one of the most recognizable and integral to the overall franchise, romantic or platonic. The iterations of Link and Zelda in Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom in particular have been greatly appreciated by shippers.