12i2

12i2 is a fictional character from the video game series "The Legend of Zelda," developed by Nintendo. Introduced in "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild," 12i2 is a mysterious entity that appears as a small, glowing orb with a face. The character's name is a reference to the mathematical concept of the imaginary unit "i," which is the square root of -1, raised to the power of 2, resulting in -1. This mathematical reference is a nod to the game's themes of exploration and discovery.

12i2 is encountered by the player character, Link, during the game's main storyline. It first appears in the Great Plateau, a vast, open area filled with floating islands. 12i2 guides Link to the Ancient Cistern, a large, underground chamber filled with water. Inside the cistern, Link must solve a series of puzzles to retrieve the Goddess Sword, a powerful weapon that is essential for defeating the game's main antagonist, Calamity Ganon.

The character's role in the game is relatively minor, serving primarily as a guide and a means to progress the storyline. However, its appearance and the puzzles it presents are designed to challenge and engage players, reflecting the game's emphasis on exploration and problem-solving. The character's name and appearance are also a nod to the game's themes of discovery and the unknown, encouraging players to explore the game's world and uncover its secrets.