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I've decided to put my plans of redesigning Chrono Trigger artwork in favor of my much put off plans to re-envision the Legend of Zelda. Legend of Zelda is hands down my favorite game series of all time, and I wanted to try my hand at breathing some new life into it. I have tinkered with this a while, but have yet to commit to the project in full. But my frustration in finding adequate work as a web designer has left me with much time to pursue thus effort.

I began with a re-design for Link. I wanted to stay away from the more feminine and elvish style many of my peers use, and went for a Hero steeped in Nordic and Celtic influences. Link always struck me as a lone, no-nonsense, stubborn type, and even the game play seems to portray him as more of a down and dirty, brawler then an overly acrobatic sword dancing gymnast that seem to permeate popular culture. Personally, this design suits my tastes much more then a feminine,androgynous, or anime style. This is just the first of several concepts i wanted to do, as I seek a balance between the traditional Link, and the nordic/celtic style I want to incorporate into his design.

Drawing took me the better part of a day from start to finish. Rather happy how it came out. The background is a bunch of pieces of Scottish highland terrain I pasted together and filtered (not ready to draw whole landscapes yet, and I wanted to wrap this up so I can start on the next picture).

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:iconliquidfire3:
Wow, I really love this concept! I love anything celtic/nordic, and to see Link given a fresh look with those influences just makes this awesome! I have to say my favorite thing is the tartan kilt. ;)

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"Red eye in photos is only useful if you are Midna..." -Snapple Fact #213

I'm Adult Ruto (OoT) and Tael (MM) in the Zelda crew [link]
:iconmckiller:
Thanks! I really dig the Tartan Kilt too, this may not be the final go at Link, but that element is staying.
:iconlady-zelda-of-hyrule:
Wow, now that's a manly design! :giggle:

It looks awesome! I'm happy to see he has some muscle on him too~ ^^

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*Lady-Zelda-of-Hyrule :heart: *Ryuu-Atrineas :date:

"Many on the surface cry out for one with powers like yours. You must go back."

I'm Adult Zelda (OoT) and TP Zelda in the Zelda crew: [link]
:iconstoneflower-waya:
Having taken extensive courses in college for my major on mythologies, medieval lit, and brittish lit I can really appreciate this. I can definitely see the influence of the Nordic myths, which I have more familiarity with. I thought of the Zelda series the entire time I was studying those, actually! I definitely like his rough, mountain-man appearance. It makes him more plausible I think. Awesome work!

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"So I will very gladly spend for you everything I have and expend myself as well. If I love you more, will you love me less?"
~2 Corinthians 12:15
:iconmckiller:
Link is a courageous, hardy, and stubborn character. I see a lot of art of home rendered as a graceful, feminine, boy, and while understand his elfish roots, to me, hes a brawler and a fighter. He'll take his licks, dishes it out, and never once feel sorry for himself about how bad he's got it, some strange lady tells him hes the only hope an ungrateful kingdom has, and he mans up and does work.
:iconliquidfire3:
Well, I really like it. But I'm both Scottish/Irish, so I guess I'm biased. :lol:

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"Red eye in photos is only useful if you are Midna..." -Snapple Fact #213

I'm Adult Ruto (OoT) and Tael (MM) in the Zelda crew [link]
:icon3rdmillhouse:
Fantastic design man, he looks like some scottish warrior from the Highlands.
:iconwolfstarsilvestris:
i love how u make him more manly and beat up! honestly, most fan art of him is just of that girlish kinda innocent type :XD: i myself, prefer a battle beaten scar filled rough link rather than a wee boy in a green tunic XDD i love to see this brutish, battle side of link, and sadly, there are few who envision him in this way, but i for one love this style! :heart:

great job, and i hope to see more in the future :heart:

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98% of the people who play Zelda, likes the idea of Link & Zelda together. 'HELL YEAH i'm ONE OF THOSE :heart:

Wisdom and Courage are destined to be together :heart:

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