The Hidden Depths of Zora Queen Yona: Unveiling Exciting DLC Possibilities in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the newest installment in the beloved Zelda series. Serving as a direct continuation of the critically acclaimed Breath of the Wild released in 2017, this title follows our hero, Link, on a courageous mission to rescue Princess Zelda from the past and conquer the revived Ganondorf. Building on the rich lore established in Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom introduces fresh characters and expands the realm of Hyrule with two unexplored territories: the Sky Islands and the Depths. These captivating locations unveil intriguing revelations about the ancient Zonai tribe, delving into the profound origins of Hyrule's water tribes. As players continue to immerse themselves in the vast world and captivating narrative, it is not surprising that many enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the announcement of downloadable content (DLC) for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Lady Yona's Relationship to Hyrule's Zora

Lady Yona is introduced to the fans of Tears of the Kingdom in the Sidon of the Zora sub-quest. She is known as Prince Sidon's fiancée and their friendship dates back to their early childhood. However, Yona's presence in Hyrule has significant implications for the game's lore. While she and her two companions were not present in Hyrule during The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, they have recently arrived in Zora's Domain. According to Yona's official description, she hails from another domain and belongs to a different tribe of Zora that originates from a land beyond Hyrule.

After the events of the Sidon of the Zora sub-quest, Prince Sidon and Lady Yona get married and take the throne of Zora's Domain. While Sidon and Link continue fighting against Ganondorf, Queen Yona dedicates herself to protecting the Zora of Hyrule. Utilizing her natural healing abilities, Yona tirelessly works to repair the damage caused by the Mucktorok's toxic sludge. With Ganondorf defeated, there is potential for future DLC to explore Yona's origins, allowing Link to venture beyond Hyrule and interact with the other Zora Tribe.

Future Zelda DLC Could Explore the Zora Tribes' Origins

Although DLC has not been officially confirmed, Queen Yona of Tears of the Kingdom provides fans with a rare glimpse into one of the series' most popular civilizations. With Ganondorf temporarily defeated, Zora's Domain in Hyrule remains safe. As a result, any future DLC quests would likely take place outside the boundaries of Hyrule's map. Building on the trust earned from Yona, the character could potentially join forces with Link to address matters involving the re-unification or strengthening of the relationship between the two Zora Tribes.

Yona's presence in Tears of the Kingdom's Hyrule holds significant lore implications for its specific narrative. However, this is not the first time that two Zora tribes have existed in a Zelda title. Throughout the series, different games have featured two subspecies of Zora - the River Zora and the Sea Zora. The Sea Zora often serve as allies to Link, while the River Zora are some of the series' oldest foes, known as Zola in the first title. Although Yona's people do not seem to align with the traditional role of the River Zora, a future DLC for Tears of the Kingdom could delve into an ancient conflict between her tribe and Hyrule's Zora, predating the lifelong relationship of Sidon and Yona.

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is available on Nintendo Switch.