Link is a powerful projectile-based character with strong melee options. He excels at controlling space and keeping opponents at bay with his various tools. His sword attacks have good reach, and his recovery is decent but can be predictable.
Key Moves:
- Neutral Special (Bow): Shoots an arrow. Can be charged for more damage and knockback. Excellent for zoning.
- Side Special (Boomerang): Throws a boomerang that returns, hitting opponents twice. Can be angled.
- Up Special (Spin Attack): A multi-hit attack that provides vertical recovery. Can be charged on the ground.
- Down Special (Bomb): Pulls out a bomb that can be thrown or dropped. Explodes after a short delay, dealing damage and launching.
Playstyle: Link's game plan revolves around projectile spam and then closing in with sword attacks when opponents are pressured. Use Arrows and Boomerangs to force approaches. Bombs are versatile for edge-guarding, setting up combos, or simply adding damage. His Forward-Smash and Up-Smash are powerful kill moves. Be mindful of your recovery, as it can be easily intercepted if you're not careful. Practice combining his projectiles to create a wall of attacks.