Impa

Impa is Zelda’s guardian and a Sheikah connected to Kakariko’s history. She introduces an important song and later becomes part of the Sage storyline.

• Story: Her opening appearance helps Link leave the castle encounter with a concrete next step. Later events in Kakariko lead toward the Shadow Temple and her deeper role.
• In the game: Remember the song she teaches and the contexts in which royal affiliation matters. She is a story guide, not a permanent combat partner or a source of interchangeable dungeon hints.

Story spoilers.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time · Nintendo 64 · 1998 · Original Nintendo 64 quest; not Master Quest or the 3DS remake. · Picture: Impa: Ocarina of Time Nintendo 64 model reference image.