This is a surprise to say the least seeing as Nintendo are notoriously protective of their trademarks - especially when one considers the last major media translation of their IP, the Super Mario bros movie, wasn't too good.
Whilst there is a lot in the Legend of Zelda franchise that would make an adaptation work, or at least difficult to mess up, there still lies a big problem: Should Link remain a silent character?
Yes Link exists as an avatar for the player but just because it works in a game environment doesn't mean it will work for a TV series. Having him as a silent character would be baffling and strange.
But at the same time, Link is the hero to countless people - and no one could possibly fulfill everyone's expectations as to what Link should sound like (Metroid Other M anyone?). Furthermore, we all know what happened the last time someone tried to inject some personality into an otherwise silent character:
Original video located here. Accessed 16th February 2016
Still, at least the new Legend of Zelda TV series can't do worse than this.
That guy doesn't even look like Link!!!
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