Dark Link is a shadowy doppelgänger of the main character, Link, from the Legend of Zelda video game series. This character often serves as a mini-boss or final boss, representing Link's darker side and challenging players with similar abilities and combat skills. Typically, Dark Link appears in various forms throughout the series, adapting to the game's art style and mechanics. Players encounter Dark Link in different settings, often during pivotal moments in the storyline, making the battles memorable and significant in the overall narrative of the Legend of Zelda franchise.