Summary
A talentedLegend of Zeldafan recently demonstrated their cosplay skills with an impressive rendition of Princess Zelda fromTwilight Princess. The characters of theLegend of Zeldaseries have taken on many different incarnations over the years, and this has naturally inspired players to dress up as them for fan conventions or simply just for fun. One particular popular cosplay source amongZeldafans isTwilight Princess, the 2006 mainline entry that was released on both the Nintendo GameCube and the then-new Nintendo Wii during the transition period between the two systems.
ThisLegend of Zeldainstallment sees Link struggle to maintain the balance between two parallel worlds: the typical land of Hyrule and a shadowy dimension known as the Twilight Realm. To do this, hejoins forces with an imp-like creature named Midnaand gains the ability to transform into a wolf, both of which have inspired plenty of artwork and cosplay in the decade or so sinceTwilight Princess’s release. Princess Zelda spends much ofTwilight Princessimprisoned in Hyrule Tower, at least until she seemingly sacrifices herself to save Midna midway through the game. She is eventually revived during the climax, where she helps Link defeat Ganondorf.
A Reddit user and cosplayer by the handle of CurlyNatsu recently posted a series of photos of their cosplay of theTwilight Princessversion of Princess Zeldato r/zelda. According to them, the dress, armor, and golden tiara were all purchased, while Princess Zelda’s sword and remaining hair accessories were 3D printed. CurlyNatsu says that they plan on improving the wig and shading the armor and hair pieces later on, but this current version has already garnered plenty of praise from other Reddit users.
Princess Zelda Reigns in Amazing Twilight Princess Cosplay
This isn’t CurlyNatsu’s firstZelda-inspired cosplay either, as they previously dressed up as the de-aged version of Purah fromTears of the Kingdom. They have also cosplayed as theice-wielding Shenhe fromGenshin Impactand the nine-tailed fox Champion Ahri fromLeague of Legends, as well as characters from various anime likeOne PieceandBleach.
TheTwilight Princessversions of Link and Zelda stand as some of the most popular incarnations of the characters to date, and were even the versions included inSuper Smash Bros. BrawlandSuper Smash Bros 4as the representatives for their franchise. Even afterBreath of the WildandTears of the KingdompresentedLegend of Zeldafans with a new version of the titular ruler of Hyrule, Zelda’s appearance inTwilight Princessstill inspires cosplayers like CurlyNatsu to recreate her regal attire.
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
WHERE TO PLAY
A dark force, shrouded in twilight, has invaded the vast land of Hyrule. To restore light to the world, team up with the mysterious creature Midna and embrace the darkness to transform into a divine wolf. Fight through labyrinthine dungeons, survive puzzling traps, and meet a cast of characters you’ll never forget in this Legend of Zelda adventure.The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD game is set in a massive world bursting with life—but also shadow. A dark figure from the Twilight Realm has invaded the world of light. As Link, a farmhand turned cursed beast, you’ll join forces with the impish Midna, the Hyrule Resistance, and trusted (albeit unusual) allies to survive a quest that will take you to the farthest corners of Hyrule and beyond… to the Twilight Realm.
