Link is the Main Protagontist of our story, with one goal in mind; To save the Princess Zelda.

The Merchant runs just about every store throughout the land of Hyrule.

Found in Various Caves throughout Hyrule, the Old Lady is skilled in the makings of Potions. Link must show her the letter given to him by the Old Man before she will give him some potions.

Found in Various Caves, the Old Man gives Link hints on where to go next in his quest, and some items, such as the Wooden Sword.

Daughter to the King of Hyrule, Princess Zelda shattered the Triforce of Wisdom into 8 pieces when Hyrule was attacked and hid the from Gannon.