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{{Infobox Character General | {{Infobox Character General | ||
|name = Link | |name = Link | ||
|image = {{tabber|width=265px|title1=Breath of the Wild| | |image = {{tabber|width=265px|title1=Breath of the Wild|content1=[[File:Link BotW.png|250px]]|title2=Hero of the Wild|content2=[[File:Link Wild Set Breath of the Wild.png|200px]]|title3=Twilight Princess|content3=[[File:Link TP.png|200px]]|title4=Ocarina of Time|content4=[[File:Link OoT.png|250px]]}} | ||
|caption = [[File:ZeldaSymbol.svg|50px|class=invert]]<br>Official artwork for various iterations of Link. | |caption = [[File:ZeldaSymbol.svg|50px|class=invert]]<br>Official artwork for various iterations of Link. | ||
|firstgame = ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'' (1986) | |firstgame = ''[[The Legend of Zelda]]'' (1986) | ||
|lastappearance = ''{{ | |lastappearance = ''{{iw|mariowiki|Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)}}'' (2023, cameo) | ||
|console = Nintendo Entertainment System (Famicom Disk System) | |console = Nintendo Entertainment System (Famicom Disk System) | ||
|species= {{s|zeldawiki|Hylian}} | |species= {{s|zeldawiki|Hylian}} | ||
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|homeworld = {{s|zeldawiki|Hyrule}} | |homeworld = {{s|zeldawiki|Hyrule}} | ||
|creator = [[Shigeru Miyamoto]]<br>Takashi Tezuka | |creator = [[Shigeru Miyamoto]]<br>Takashi Tezuka | ||
|voiceactor = Nobuyuki Hiyama (''[[SSB]]''/''[[Melee]]'')<br>Akira Sasanuma (''[[Brawl]]''/''[[SSB4]]'')<br>Kengo Takanashi (''[[Ultimate]]'') | |voiceactor = {{s|wikipedia|Nobuyuki Hiyama}} (''[[SSB]]''/''[[Melee]]'')<br>{{s|wikipedia|Akira Sasanuma}} (''[[Brawl]]''/''[[SSB4]]'')<br>[https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Kengo-Takanashi/ Kengo Takanashi] (''[[Ultimate]]'') | ||
|interwiki = zeldawiki | |interwiki = zeldawiki | ||
|interwikiname = | |interwikiname = Zelda Wiki | ||
|interwikipage = Link | |interwikipage = Link | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''Link''' ({{ja|リンク|Rinku}}, ''Link'') is the protagonist of {{uv|The Legend of Zelda}} series. Unlike the majority of Nintendo protagonists, there are several distinct incarnations of Link seen throughout ''The Legend of Zelda'' series, each of whom are destined to become heroes against powerful forces of evil, most notably [[Ganondorf]]/[[Ganon]]. | '''Link''' ({{ja|リンク|Rinku}}, ''Link'') is the playable protagonist of {{uv|The Legend of Zelda}} series. Unlike the majority of Nintendo protagonists, there are several distinct incarnations of Link seen throughout ''The Legend of Zelda'' series, each of whom are destined to become heroes against powerful forces of evil, most notably [[Ganondorf]]/[[Ganon]]. | ||
Due to the consistent critical and commercial success of ''The Legend of Zelda'' series, Link is marketed as one of [[Nintendo]]'s flagship characters alongside [[Mario]], the company's mascot, to the point that both he and Mario are marketed together as mascots for ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. | Due to the consistent critical and commercial success of ''The Legend of Zelda'' series, Link is marketed as one of [[Nintendo]]'s flagship characters alongside [[Mario]], the company's mascot, to the point that both he and Mario are marketed together as mascots for ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. | ||
As a member of the "[[ | As a member of the "[[Fighter#"Perfect-attendance crew"|perfect-attendance crew]]", Link has been featured as a playable character throughout the ''{{b|Super Smash Bros.|series}}'' series. Compared to the rest of the crew, however, he holds the distinction of doing so in name only because of three of his incarnations (the {{s|zeldawiki|Hero of Time}}, the [[zeldawiki:Link#Twilight Princess|Hero of Twilight]], and the [[zeldawiki:Link#Breath of the Wild|Hero of the Wild]]<!--as named in Palutena's Guidance-->) appearing as playable characters. By extension, [[Young Link|prepubescent]] [[Toon Link|incarnations]] have also been playable, with the [[Young Link (SSBM)|first instance]] of this occurring in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''. | ||
==Origin== | ==Origin== | ||
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Link has been buffed in the transition to ''Melee''. In addition to retaining his Master Sword's disjointed range and his numerous projectiles, Spin Attack covers more distance in the air and his faster air speed. However, he has a very slow dashing speed, and is easy to combo due to his heavy weight and quick falling speed. | Link has been buffed in the transition to ''Melee''. In addition to retaining his Master Sword's disjointed range and his numerous projectiles, Spin Attack covers more distance in the air and his faster air speed. However, he has a very slow dashing speed, and is easy to combo due to his heavy weight and quick falling speed. | ||
Thanks to his buffs, Link is currently ranked 18th out of 26 on the tier list | Thanks to his buffs, Link is currently ranked 18th out of 26 on the tier list, placing him in the C- tier. | ||
===Trophies=== | ===Trophies=== | ||
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! Game | ! Game | ||
! Effect | ! Effect | ||
! | ! Fighter(s) | ||
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| [[zeldawiki:Epona|Epona]] & {{s|zeldawiki|Link}} | | [[zeldawiki:Epona|Epona]] & {{s|zeldawiki|Link}} | ||
| [[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time]] | | [[The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time]] | ||
| {{SortKey|AttackArmLeg+009}}{{TypeIcon|Hand|l=Arm}}{{TypeIcon|Foot|l=Leg}} Attack +9 | | {{SortKey|AttackArmLeg+009}}{{TypeIcon|Hand|l=Arm}}{{TypeIcon|Foot|l=Leg}} Attack +9 | ||
| {{ | | {{StickerHead|Link|Zelda|Ganondorf|Toon Link}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
| {{s|zeldawiki|Link}} | | {{s|zeldawiki|Link}} | ||
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| {{s|zeldawiki|The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past}} | | {{s|zeldawiki|The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past}} | ||
| {{SortKey|DefenseElectric+031}}{{EffectIcon|Electric}} Resistance +31 | | {{SortKey|DefenseElectric+031}}{{EffectIcon|Electric}} Resistance +31 | ||
| {{ | | {{StickerHead|Link|Zelda|Ganondorf|Toon Link}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
| {{s|zeldawiki|Link}} | | {{s|zeldawiki|Link}} | ||
| [[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess]] | | [[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess]] | ||
| {{SortKey|DefenseSlash+027}}{{EffectIcon|Slash}} Resistance +27 | | {{SortKey|DefenseSlash+027}}{{EffectIcon|Slash}} Resistance +27 | ||
| {{ | | {{StickerHead|Link|Zelda|Ganondorf|Toon Link}} | ||
|- | |- | ||
| [[Midna]] & [[Wolf Link]] | | [[Midna]] & [[Wolf Link]] | ||
| [[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess]] | | [[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess]] | ||
| {{SortKey|AttackLeg+026}}{{TypeIcon|Foot|l=Leg}} Attack +26 | | {{SortKey|AttackLeg+026}}{{TypeIcon|Foot|l=Leg}} Attack +26 | ||
| {{ | | {{StickerHead|Link|Zelda|Ganondorf|Toon Link}} | ||
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===As a playable character=== | ===As a playable character=== | ||
{{Main|Link (SSB4)}} | {{Main|Link (SSB4)}} | ||
[[File:Link SSB4.png|thumb | [[File:Link SSB4.png|thumb|Link, as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''.]] | ||
The ''Twilight Princess'' incarnation of Link reappears as a starter character in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''. However, his overall color scheme is noticeably more vibrant because of ''SSB4''{{'}}s aesthetics, making him look more like his ''Skyward Sword'' incarnation, whom was otherwise unused in ''Smash''. | The ''Twilight Princess'' incarnation of Link reappears as a starter character in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''. However, his overall color scheme is noticeably more vibrant because of ''SSB4''{{'}}s aesthetics, making him look more like his ''Skyward Sword'' incarnation, whom was otherwise unused in ''Smash''. | ||
Link has been buffed in the transition to ''SSB4''. Many of his attacks are faster and stronger, while ''SSB4''{{'}}s new edge mechanics make his Clawshot's [[tether recovery]] more dependable. His projectiles have also seen some improvements: Hero's Bow charges faster, Gale Boomerang's new launching angle improves its follow-up potential, and Bomb deals more damage if it explodes near the opponent's feet. However, Link is still highly susceptible to rushdowns because of his rather sluggish mobility, while some of his attacks' damage outputs were slightly lowered. | Link has been buffed in the transition to ''SSB4''. Many of his attacks are faster and stronger, while ''SSB4''{{'}}s new edge mechanics make his Clawshot's [[tether recovery]] more dependable. His projectiles have also seen some improvements: Hero's Bow charges faster, Gale Boomerang's new launching angle improves its follow-up potential, and Bomb deals more damage if it explodes near the opponent's feet. However, Link is still highly susceptible to rushdowns because of his rather sluggish mobility, while some of his attacks' damage outputs were slightly lowered. | ||
Thanks to his buffs largely outweighing his nerfs, Link has been able to attain some notable players in tournament play and achieve respectable results, even at the national level. As a result, he is ranked 31st out of | Thanks to his buffs largely outweighing his nerfs, Link has been able to attain some notable players in tournament play and achieve respectable results, even at the national level. As a result, he is ranked 31st out of 54; in addition to placing him near the top of D tier, this renders him a mid-tier character like his ancestor is in ''Melee''. | ||
===As a costume=== | ===As a costume=== | ||
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===As a playable character=== | ===As a playable character=== | ||
{{Main|Link (SSBU)}} | {{Main|Link (SSBU)}} | ||
[[File:Link_SSBU.png|thumb | [[File:Link_SSBU.png|thumb|Link (Champion's Tunic), as he appears in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''.]] | ||
Link returns in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' as a playable character. Initially teased alongside {{SSBU|Mario}} and the {{SSBU|Inkling}}s during the then-unnamed ''Super Smash Bros.'' trailer at the end of the March 8th, 2018 [[Nintendo Direct]],<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3Gt42kVgCw Super Smash Bros. is coming to Nintendo Switch!]</ref> he was formally announced alongside the rest of the cast via ''Ultimate''{{'}}s E3 2018 trailer on June 12th, 2018.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L93H7YC-83o Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - E3 2018 - Nintendo Switch]</ref> | Link returns in ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate'' as a playable character. Initially teased alongside {{SSBU|Mario}} and the {{SSBU|Inkling}}s during the then-unnamed ''Super Smash Bros.'' trailer at the end of the March 8th, 2018 [[Nintendo Direct]],<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3Gt42kVgCw Super Smash Bros. is coming to Nintendo Switch!]</ref> he was formally announced alongside the rest of the cast via ''Ultimate''{{'}}s E3 2018 trailer on June 12th, 2018.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L93H7YC-83o Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - E3 2018 - Nintendo Switch]</ref> | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
*Link and [[Captain Falcon]] have shared the same [[weight]] value throughout the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series. | *Link and [[Captain Falcon]] have shared the same [[weight]] value throughout the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series. | ||
*As of ''Melee'', Link is one of only three characters who has had a forward smash [[natural combo|that can unleash a second hit upon a second button press]]. Fittingly, he shares this trait with [[Young Link]] and, prior to ''Ultimate'', [[Toon Link]]. | *As of ''Melee'', Link is one of only three characters who has had a forward smash [[natural combo|that can unleash a second hit upon a second button press]]. Fittingly, he shares this trait with [[Young Link]] and, prior to ''Ultimate'', [[Toon Link]]. | ||
*[[Palutena's Guidance]] is the first official source to refer to the ''Breath of the Wild'' incarnation of Link as the "Hero of the Wild". This moniker was originally coined by fans, derived from the Tunic of the Wild and the naming pattern of the other Links' amiibo-unlocked tunics from that game; the Hero of Time's tunic is called the Tunic of Time, the Hero of Twilight's tunic is called the Tunic of Twilight, and so on. | *[[Palutena's Guidance]] is the first official source to refer to the ''Breath of the Wild'' incarnation of Link as the "Hero of the Wild". This moniker was originally coined by fans, derived from the Tunic of the Wild and the naming pattern of the other Links' amiibo-unlocked tunics from that game; the Hero of Time's tunic is called the Tunic of Time, the Hero of Twilight's tunic is called the Tunic of Twilight, and so on. | ||
*Link is, along [[Hero]], one of the two playable characters in ''Smash'' whose [[Copy Ability]] hat is based on an alternate costume rather than the default design. In this case, Kirby still wears the iconic green cap when copying Link in ''Ultimate'', even though it has been relegated to Link's Hero of the Wild alternate costume and is not featured in the default Champion's Tunic. | *Link is, along [[Hero]], one of the two playable characters in ''Smash'' whose [[Copy Ability]] hat is based on an alternate costume rather than the default design. In this case, Kirby still wears the iconic green cap when copying Link in ''Ultimate'', even though it has been relegated to Link's Hero of the Wild alternate costume and is not featured in the default Champion's Tunic. | ||