Navi the fairy made her big debut in one of the most beloved games ever, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Accompanying the hero Link on his incredible quest, she supplied him with information. From where to go next to how to defeat his enemies, Navi guided him through his journey 'till the bittersweet end. Even when being onslaught by enemies, she never left Link's side and was always there to point him in the right direction. So I'm proud to present... Navi!!

While it's unknown when Navi was born, it's safe to assume that she has resided in Kokiri Forest for most of her life and was on friendly terms with the Great Deku Tree. This is evident as he called her by name to assist Link on his journey. This also shows that she did not have a Kokiri child of her own to look after, and therefore was not restricted to stay in Kokiri Forest.

Navi is very smart, as she not only knows the name of all monsters that Link encounters, but also their possible weaknesses. This shows that she either traveled outside the forest or listened to many stories from the Great Deku Tree. Perhaps both?

Personality-wise, Navi is rather energetic, and is very straightforward in a polite kind of way. She is quick to speak her mind, and often has good advice on what Link should try to do next. However because of her constant reminders, many players find her to be annoying. But you have to understand, from the moment Navi joins up with Link, all hell is breaking loose! Their guardian spirit and mentor, the Great Deku Tree, had just died from a curse placed on him. In addition, the villain who had done it was setting his sights on the rest of Hyrule. There was no time to mess around! Link had to help Hyrule to the best of his ability, and he had to do it now.

Navi aids Link specifically with these special skills:

• Knowledge of most enemy weaknesses
• Intuition for who is friend or foe
• Keen sense of observation
• Listening to the spirits of the dead

Navi is a fairy of many words, but her most memorable quotes include... "Hey!", "Listen!", "Look!", "Watch out!", and "Hello!" ...This is probably where most people got annoyed with her. But we're talking about a three* inch high fairy here, it can be easy to overlook her. Navi simply didn't want Link (or the player) to forget she was there!

Navi really is a sweet fairy, and clearly cares for Link. But where she went to after she left Link at the end of Ocarina of Time is a complete mystery. Why she left is unknown as well. I suppose she departed because Link no longer "needed" her. He had saved Hyrule; his mission was complete, as was hers to guide him. But this forlorn thread is where the sequel game The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask picks up. Link clearly grew attached to the blue fairy, otherwise he wouldn't have gone deep into the Lost Woods in order to find his "beloved and invaluable friend, with whom he parted ways with when he finally fulfilled his heroic destiny".

...However, Link never found Navi on his journey in Termina, and one can only assume that he continued his search when he made it back to Hyrule. But where did Navi go? Perhaps she went on her own personal journey, to discover herself or look for new people to help. Or maybe, tired from all the adventuring, returned to her home or some Fairy Fountain to rest her spirit. Either way, she'll always be remembered as the fairy who guided the Hero of Time.

* Measurements are estimated.