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Princess Zelda using Divine Magic, as seen in *Twilight Princess*

Magic, sometimes called Magic Power, is a supernatural force present throughout the The Legend of Zelda series and it represents the fantasy elements of the otherwise Middle Age theme of the flagship Nintendo franchise.^[1] Magic allows its users to perform spells or special attacks capable of many different things, be they benevolent or otherwise. Certain objects are enhanced by Magic or otherwise magical, such as the Master Sword, elemental Arrows, etc..^[2] The properties, origins and general understandings of Magic remain uncertain. Throughout the series, Magic is most often seen used by Ganon and Princess Zelda, though Link can also use this powerful force in games featuring the Magic Meter mechanic.

Forms and Uses[]

The Legend of Zelda[]

Magic in the original The Legend of Zelda can be directly used by Link through the usage of the Magical Rod which allows him to shoot out beams similar to those shot by Wizzrobes. With the addition of the Book of Magic these beams can be enhanced to leave flames in their wake.^[3] Unlike later games, the usage of Magic isn't regulated by a Meter or Stamina. Multiple other items, namely the Magical Sword, Magical Shield, Magical Boomerang and Magical Key, are implied to be bespelled in some manner.

The Adventure of Link[]

Magic was first featured prominently in The Adventure of Link, which would remain standard for all subsequent games.

Known magic-users[]

Many individuals from a variety of races are able to utilize Magic in some capacity.

Hylians[]

Link using Magic with , as seen in Ocarina of Time — Link using Magic with Farore's Wind, as seen in *Ocarina of Time*

Hylians are capable of performing Magic due to their "magic-infused blood”, although not all decide to delve into its use. The Royal Family of Hyrule, especially the queens and the princesses due to their connection with the Goddess Hylia, have great sacred magical powers of their own which are amplified by the use of the Triforce.^{[citation needed]} Link and Princess Zelda have frequently used powerful Magic to defend Hyrule from evil.

Link (in games with the Magic Meter and otherwise)
Princess Zelda
Dark Interlopers
Syrup
Maple
Queen Sonia

Gerudo[]

Kotake and Koume in , with the latter shooting flame Magic — Kotake and Koume in *Ocarina of Time 3D*, with the latter shooting flame Magic

Gerudo are shown to be capable of wielding Magic. Although it is to a lesser extent than some other residents of Kingdom of Hyrule, at least a few different Gerudo have been able to proficiently wield magical abilities. The Twinrova witches Koume and Kotake use Magic almost constantly, as they fly on broomsticks and cast spells seemingly with no effort despite their old age. Ganon, as well as his Gerudo form, Ganondorf, have also been extremely capable of powerful Magic in their appearances throughout the series. On the more benevolent side, the Gerudo Champion Urbosa was capable of wielding lightning or electricity at will, an ability that she passes on to Link after she dies in the Calamity.

Ganondorf (Ganon)
Twinrova
Sage of Lightning
Urbosa
Riju

Gorons[]

Although few Gorons have been shown to be capable of Magic usage so far, a notable exception to this rule is the Goron Champion Daruk, who before his death was able to generate a protective force field around him at will. This ability was passed on to both his grandson, Yunobo, and after Divine Beast Vah Rudania is cleansed of Calamity Ganon's corruption, Link. In Majora's Mask, Link as a Goron can produce spikes around his body when he rolls at top speed, consuming Magic.

Sage of Fire
Daruk
Yunobo

Zora[]

The Zora have not showcased quite so abundant an amount of magical ability as the Hylians, but they do seem to possess some inherent magical qualities. For example, in all games featured in the Downfall Timeline, the Zora appear as almost reptilian fish-monsters, which have the ability to shoot fireballs from their mouths. In other appearances, they do not seem to be able to use magic at all, except for a few key individuals. Mipha, Princess of the Zoras in the Era of the Wilds, possessed a healing ability that she used to heal anybody in need when she was alive. Unfortunately, during Ganon's siege of Hyrule, she was killed by Waterblight Ganon, her spirit trapped within Divine Beast Vah Ruta for one hundred years. When Link cleanses the Divine Beast of Ganon’s influence, she passes her healing ability along to him. In Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Sidon displays the ability to control water and shape it into sharks. Ruto, the Princess of the Zoras in the Era of the Hero of Time, who was also the Sage of Water, has the ability to control water in Hyrule Warriors. In Majora's Mask, Link as a Zora can create an electrical barrier to attack enemies underwater, which uses Magic.

Sage of Water
Mipha
Sidon

Rito[]

Although the Rito, descendants of the Zora, have only appeared two times in the series thus far, they do seem to at least associate with Magical beings. In The Wind Waker, they live under Valoo on Dragon Roost Island. When the Rito reaches maturity, they are deemed worthy to climb up the mountain and ask Valoo for their wings. Valoo himself will grant their wish and give them the ability to fly on most occasions, although when he is greatly agitated by something, such as Gohma gnawing on his tail, he will become too enraged to grant the Rito's wishes. In Breath of the Wild, the Rito appear to be inherently much more bird-like in nature than their The Wind Waker counterparts, eliminating the need to ask any sort of divine creature for wings. However, during the Ear of the Wild, Revali seemingly developed his own technique to create an updraft of air independent of local weather. This technique appears to be using Magical to operate, as it is impossible for him to create such a focused and powerful surge of wind with simply his own wings. He passes this ability on to Link after the hero cleanses his Divine Beast, Vah Medoh, of Ganon's evil influence. In the Guardian of Remembrance DLC for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, Tulin displays a similar ability that he dubs "Tulin's Tornado".

Sage of Wind
Revali
Tulin

Twili[]

The Twili are said to master a powerful shadow Magic. Not only did they create the Fused Shadow,^{[citation needed]} an incredibly powerful Magical artifact, but are often seen using magical attacks with ease. For example, Midna is able to conjure Magical energy attacks at will with seemingly no strain or discomfort whatsoever.

Midna
Zant

Humans[]

While humans do not possess magical talent like the similar-looking Hylians, it has been proven that there are human tribes that are born with magic and the ability to infuse it into clothing. Lady Maud and her sister Madame Couture are clear examples of magic-wielding humans, as both are exceptionally powerful witches who can imbue their powers into the clothing or embroidery they create, capable of granting magical powers or bringing them to life.

Zonai[]

The Zonai, like the Hylians, possess powerful magical talents. Most of their abilities are enhanced by magic stones, which were granted to them by the Gods. King Rauru and Mineru are among the most outstanding Zonai in the art of magic, both possessing powers that could be potentially used to defeat Ganondorf.

Demons[]

Demons are powerful supernatural malevolent (except for Batreaux) entities made of dark magic and negative energy, which allows them to use magic easily, generally using it for harmful or destructive purposes. The rulers of their kind, Ganon, Demise, and Malladus, are the most powerful and can prove a challenge for the Royal Family of Hyrule, Sages, or other allies to oppose, and often require the help of Link.

Fairies[]

Fairies are magical beings similar to demons but unlike them, they are beings of luminous and positive energy, their magic is mainly based on healing and granting or improving powers and artifacts.

Great Fairies

Monsters[]

Some monsters are capable of using magic. Generally, much like Demons, they use dark magic.

Wizzrobes

Sages[]

The Sages are a powerful order of magical individuals that serve to protect all of Kingdom of Hyrule against evil. Sages come from many races, which may or not be able to wield Magic. If they come from a Magic-wielding society, Sages are given powers superior to those of their brethren. If they do not come from an inherently Magic-proficient society, they are seemingly bestowed Magical powers.^{[citation needed]}

Magic Types[]

Divine Magic[]

Divine Magic is the magic used by the deities of the universe of The Legend of Zelda, it is the most powerful magic of all since it has the ability to create and grant life out of nothing.

Life Infusion: The ability to create life out of nothing, the three Golden Goddesses were able to create the land of Hyrule out of nothing by infusing it with their own powers and Hylia was able to create Fi from her sword.
Purification: the ability to purify something or someone and free it from evil energies.
Wish Granting: The ability to grant any wish, something often shown with the completed Triforce.
Power Bestowal: The ability to give some of your own power to those you deem worthy.
Reality Warping: Deities can warp and rewrite reality to their liking.

Users[]

Gods[]