Seven Maidens

The maidens inherit a connection to the ancient seal and are targeted because of that lineage. Zelda is part of this group, while several others are not given extensive individual names or biographies.

• Story: Rescuing them structures the Dark World dungeon route. Their combined role becomes important in opening the way toward the final stronghold.
• In the game: Track the crystals and listen to each rescue conversation for context. Dungeon rewards, world-access tools and the final crystal requirement form related but distinct progression checks.

Story spoilers.

The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past · Super Nintendo · 1991 · Original SNES release; Game Boy Advance additions are outside this guide. · Picture: Seven Maidens: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past original-era artwork.