Daruk

Daruk is a character from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. He was the Goron champion and died during the Great Calamity.

Appearance
Daruk is a short, squat Goron with white hair, mustache, and beard. He wears the blue sash of the Champions over one shoulder, and multiple belts and wristbands. His skin is light brown, and his eyes appear dark blue in the official artwork, but sometimes appear dark brown to black in the game.

History
Daruk was a good friend of Link's. He was chosen to pilot the Divine Beast, Vah Rudania, and was killed by Fireblight Ganon during the Great Calamity. When Link defeats Fireblight Ganon, Daruk's spirit is freed, and he fires a beam of energy at Hyrule Castle to weaken Calamity Ganon. He also gives Link his power - Daruk's Protection.

We learn more about Daruk and his history as Link recovers Memories. Daruk was at the ceremony with the other champions, and we also learn that he is scared of dogs.