Princess Zelda is one of the central characters in Breath of the Wild, and her role in this game is more complex and emotionally rich than in many previous entries in the series. As the princess of Hyrule, Zelda carries a heavy burden: she is the chosen wielder of a divine power sealed within her bloodline, meant to hold back the evil force known as Calamity Ganon. However, when the game begins, she is not the confident wielder of magic many expect her to be. Instead, she is struggling—scientifically curious, spiritually uncertain, and emotionally isolated. Her internal conflict and the pressure to awaken her powers create one of the most compelling character arcs in the Zelda series.