The Mermaid's Necklace in The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is obtained from the Fisherman located beneath the bridge in Martha's Bay, after you provide him with the Fishing Hook.
Locating the Mermaid's Necklace in Link's Awakening
The Mermaid's Necklace is a crucial item in the extensive trading sequence of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, a quest line that involves exchanging various items with different characters across Koholint Island. Its acquisition involves a direct interaction with a specific non-player character (NPC).
Where to Find the Fisherman
To get the Mermaid's Necklace, you need to seek out the Fisherman. He can be found beneath the bridge in Martha's Bay. Martha's Bay is a prominent watery location on the south-eastern side of Koholint Island, often accessed in the later stages of the game when Link has the necessary tools or abilities to reach or navigate the area. The Fisherman is easily identifiable by his characteristic fishing posture under the bridge.
The Acquisition Process
Obtaining the Mermaid's Necklace is part of a multi-step trading sequence that requires Link to have a preceding item. Here's a breakdown of how to acquire it:
- Acquire the Fishing Hook: Before you can get the necklace, you must first possess the Fishing Hook. This item is typically obtained earlier in the trading sequence from another character, such as the Walrus (after giving him the Pineapple).
- Locate the Fisherman: Travel to Martha's Bay and find the Fisherman positioned under the bridge. Engage him in conversation.
- Exchange the Fishing Hook: Speak to the Fisherman and offer him the Fishing Hook. He will gratefully accept it, as he needs it for his fishing.
- Receive the Necklace: In exchange for the Fishing Hook, the Fisherman will promise to give you his next catch. Coincidentally, his very next catch happens to be the valuable Mermaid's Necklace.
This exchange is a vital part of helping the Mermaid retrieve her lost necklace, which in turn allows Link to progress further in the game, often granting access to new areas or necessary items required to complete his quest on Koholint Island.
For a clearer overview of the steps:
| Step | Item/NPC Involved | Location | Action | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fishing Hook | (Obtained from earlier trade) | Possess the item | Ready for the exchange |
| 2 | Fisherman | Beneath the bridge in Martha's Bay | Locate him | Initiate interaction |
| 3 | Fishing Hook | Fisherman | Give him the Hook | He promises his next catch |
| 4 | Mermaid's Necklace | Fisherman's next catch | Receive the item | Necklace obtained |
