SSBU/Link

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Link

Weight:	104
Spotdodge:The duration and intangibility of this character's on-spot dodges.	26F (3~17F intangible)
Air Dodge:The intangibility of this character's air dodges, both neutral and directional.	3~30F intangible (Neutral) 3~21F intangible (Directional)
Fastest OOS:	Spin Attack (7F)

Overview

The Champion of Hyrule, Link returns to SSBU with his design from Breath of the Wild! Link is a character sporting useful projectiles to zone and control space while also having normals suitable for both close and long range.

Link's N-Air and B-Air are quick kicks that can start combos and be made safe on shield, with the former being notorious to counteract certain attacks. His tilts, other aerials, and smash attacks are rather slow and unsafe, but make up for it by having high damage and knockback, giving him the potential to take stocks quickly. On defense, Link has access to Spin Attack as his fastest Out of Shield option.

Link truly shines by using his projectiles. Bow and Arrows offer a standard projectile that can snipe at opponents off stage and Boomerang can set up for combos and setups for when it is both thrown and returning. Remote Bomb is Links most versatile projectile, as it can serve many purposes ranging from very simple to extremely creative.

Unfortunately, Link struggles with mobility. He has the 15th slowest dash speed, 10th slowest air speed, and 4th lowest air acceleration. Though it can be circumvented to an extent by careful use of his tools, Link can still be outmaneuvered by more mobile characters and forces him to play on the defensive. Link also has the 6th highest fast falling speed along with a relatively low jump height. This can be useful while on offense, but can make recovery a difficult task.

Be smart with your projectiles and courageous with your normals, and Link will help you achieve victory!

Summary

Link is a flexible zoner character who uses both projectiles and normals in tandem.
Pros	Cons
Useful Projectiles: and Bow and Arrows are great zoning tools, with the former being a decent starter for a follow up attack. Powerful Normals: Moves like F-Air, Up-Air, F-Tilt, and Dash Attack are extremely strong and can take stocks very early. Remote Bomb: A valuable tool that can be used in combos, ledge traps, and even recovery attempts. Additionally, it can be detonated at any time by pressing Down B again. Hylian Shield: The Hylian Shield is not for show. If Link is standing, crouching, or walking, it can act as a Passive Shield and block incoming projectiles so long as they don't hit his head or feet directly. Link shares this trait with Young Link, Toon Link, and Hero.	Lacking Mobility: Link has poor movement stats, especially in the air. This can be detrimental as positioning with him is key and forces him to be on the defensive at most times. Sluggish Frame Data: Links stronger normals and aerials have decently high startup, end lag, or both. Whiffing with him can be costly. Projectile Dependent: Characters with reflectors can be difficult, as he can't make use of his strong projectiles as effectively.

Passive Shield

Link has a shield, called the Hylian Shield, that can be used to block incoming projectiles without shielding button. The Hylian Shield can block projectiles while standing, walking, and crouching. Projectiles can still hit him if aimed at his head or feet. Link shares this trait with

Young Link,

Toon Link, and

Hero.

Normal Moves

Jab

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Jab 1	3.0	7-8	23	361/180	-12 to -11	N/A
Jab 2	3.0	5-6	25	361/180	-16 to -15	N/A
Jab 3	4.0	6-7	34	30	-23 to -22	N/A

A disjointed jab. At frame 7, it is on the slower side when it comes to jabs, but it's large size makes it a potent move to use in neutral. The 3rd hit sends at a generous angle that can set up for tech chase set ups.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun
Jab 1	25/20	25/15	N/A	N/A	4
Jab 2	25/20	25/15	N/A	N/A	4
Jab 3	70	70	N/A	N/A	5

Forward Tilt

/ +

File:SSBU Link LinkFTilt 0 hb.webm

DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
13.0	15-19	39	361	-12 to -8	N/A

A slow but powerful tilt attack, useful for calling out rolls and for ledgetraps. Though it has lengthy startup, it has great damage and knockback as well as sporting great range, hitting directly above link on startup. Despite its startup and power, it's endlag is managable, being much safer on shield if the move is spaced.

Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
55		82	N/A	N/A	12

Up Tilt

+

File:SSBU Link LinkUTilt 0 hb.webm

DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
11.0	8-12	35	95/85	-17 to -13	N/A

An overhead arcing slash, starting from behind. Not only a decent move to catch landings, at low to mid percents U-Tilt is one of Link's primary juggling tools. At high percents, it can serve as a kill move despite it's fast startup of frame 8.

Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
30		103/111/105/104	N/A	N/A	10

Down Tilt

+

File:SSBU Link LinkDTilt 0 hb.webm

DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
9.0	10-11	30	85	-11 to -10	N/A

A kneeling slash with noticable startup but has great combo potential into Link's aerials. Can be made safer on shield if spaced.

Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
90		30	N/A	N/A	9

Dash Attack

while dashing or running

Leap can high profile attacks

File:SSBU Link LinkDashAttack 0 hb.webm

DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
14.0/13.0/12.0Tip/MIddle/Hilt	20-23	56	45/50/55	-19 to -16/-20 to -17/-21 to -18	N/A

Link's titular jumping slash. Link's dash attack is one of the strongest in the game, being able to KO very early, especially if the tipper sweetspot is landed. However, it has high startup and end lag, making it extremely easy to punish when whiffed. Best used as a hard callout or to punish extremely unsafe options.

Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
70/85		85/77	N/A	N/A	17/16/15

Smash Attacks

Forward Smash

/ +

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Hit 1	7.0/14.0Blade or Hilt/Tip	17-18	50	69/361/60	-26 to -25/-20 to -19	N/A
Hit 2	13.0/12.0Blade or HIlt/Tip	10-11	60	48	-38 to -37/-39 to -38	N/A

A two hit attack. Pressing the attack button again after the first hit will preform the second hit. The first hit deals decent damage and knockback with the tipper sweetspot. The sourspot with the blade will deal very little knockback, but naturally combos into F-smashes 2nd hit. The 2nd hit of F-smash is extremely powerful, and is one of links best kill options despite its high commitment.

if link is at 0%, the first hit of F-smash fires a sword beam. While a neat detail paying homage to Link's home series, the projectile can cause the 2nd hit to whiff in some instances.
the distance the sword beam travels depends on how long F-smash is charged.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Hit 1	45/30		12/100	N/A	N/A	7/13
Hit 2	85		89	N/A	N/A	12/11

Up Smash

+

File:SSBU Link LinkUSmash 0 hb.webm

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
First Hit	4.06 charged	10-15	77	105/115/107	-63 to -58-62 to -57 charged	N/A
Second Hit	3.04.5 charged	25-30	77	105/115/107	-49 to -44-48 to -43 charged	N/A
Final Hit	11.0/10.0/9.016.5/15/13.5 charged	41-45	77	80/90	-28 to -24/-29 to -25-25 to -21/-26 to -22/-27 to -23 charged	N/A

A series of 3 overhead slashes average startup but high endlag, but deals very high damage and is great at vertial KOs. Up Smash does more damage at the tip of the Master Sword.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun
First Hit	55 FKB/38 FKB/28 FKB	100	N/A	N/A	43 charged
Second Hit	55 FKB/38 FKB/28 FKB	100	N/A	N/A	33 charged
Final Hit	60	101	N/A	N/A	8/74/4 charged

Down Smash

+

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Front Hit	16.0/17.0/14.024/25.5/21 charged	12-13	56	78	-33 to -32/-34 to -33-29 to -28/-28 to -27/-30 to -29 charged	N/A
Back Hit	12.0/11.0/10.018/16.5/15 charged	24-25	56	30	-24 to -23/-25 to -24-20 to -19/-21 to -20/-22 to -21 charged	N/A

2 kneeling slashes, the first in front of Link and second behind. The front hit does very high damage and knockback and launches vertically. The back hit launches at a semi-spike angle with high base knockback, making it very useful at ledge but does less damage and has less knockback growth.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Front Hit	40		88	N/A	N/A	11/105/5 charged
Back Hit	80		63	N/A	N/A	8/74/4 charged

Aerials

Neutral Aerial

Airborne

Pseudo God NAir

File:SSBU Link LinkNAir 0 hb.webm

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Clean	11.0/9.0	7-8	38	361	-2	N/A
Late	6.0	9-31	38	361	-3	N/A

A famous, or infamous, tool in Link's kit. Nair is a very fast, slightly disjointed kick with low landing and ending lag, making it very safe in neutral and on shield given proper timing. It is an extremely versatile tool in Link's arsenal. It can be used on offense for pressure on the opponents shield, especially with Remote Bomb, and to begin tech chase setups, made even more potent due to his swift fastfall speed. On defense, it can be used as an OoS option as well as to negate projectiles with it's initial active frames. It can also be used to edgeguard thanks to it's active frames.

Link's Nair can do almost anything. Useful for offense, defense, combos, edgeguards, ledgetraps, tech chases, jablocks, and so much more. It cannot, however, do your taxes.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Clean	22		100	6	1-3, 36+	4
Late	15		100	6	1-3, 36+	3

Forward Aerial

Airborne +

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Hit 1	8.0	16-17	51	43/367/47/38	-7	N/A
Hit 2	10.0	24-25	51	44	-7	N/A

a large two it slash in front of Link and a potent kill move. The first hit has almost non-existent knockback in order to combo into the much stronger 2nd hit. With 11 frames of landing lag, it can be made safe if spaced correctly. However, Fair has very slow startup and has no autocancel window. Use this move wisely, as overuse of Fair is an invitation to get punished.

The first hit of fair can be used for dragdown setups into Spin Attack.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Hit 1	31/25/33/26		28/30/26	11	53+	4
Hit 2	43		120	11	53+	4

Back Aerial

Airborne +

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Hit 1	5.0	6-8	30	73/70/66	-3	N/A
Hit 2	7.0	15-17	30	361	-3	N/A

A double kick. Link's fastest aerial at frame 6, and has very low landing lag and end lag similar to Nair. At low percents, Bair can combo into itself, and the first hit can combo into U-Tilt, F-Tilt, or Spin Attack. While not as versatile as Nair, it is still a strong tool for Link's combos and pressure.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Hit 1	50 FKB/36 FKB		100	6	29+	3
Hit 2	45		98	6	29+	3

Up Aerial

Airborne +

File:SSBU Link LinkUAir 0 hb.webm

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Clean	15.0	11-13	59	85	-9	N/A
Late	13.0	14-40	59	85	-9	N/A

an upward thrust. The initial thurst has very high damage and knockback. Due to it's large disjoint and high active frames, Uair can be very difficult to escape from in a juggle situation. However, it has lengthy startup and can only be autocanceled from a full hop if done near the beginning of the full hop, leaving Link vulnerable otherwise.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Clean	23		93	14	1-10, 43+	5
Late	18		88	14	1-10, 43+	5

Down Aerial

Airborne +

File:SSBU Link LinkDAir 0 hb.webm

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Clean	18.0	14-19	79	270/60	-13	N/A
Late	15.0	20-64	79	60	-14	N/A

a downward thrust. Similar to Uair with it's strong initial hit, which is a spike, high active frames, and large disjoint. Much like Uair is used as a juggle tool, Dair is used to contest opponents below Link, as well as challenge recoveries. However, it also sports high endlag, landing lag, and it's inability to be autocanceled even with a full hop, it is Link's most committal aerial

If not fast fallen, Link will bounce off the opponent to do an additional, although weaker, hit.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Clean	30		80/78	19	1-9, 65+	6
Late	30		80	19	1-9, 65+	5

Special Moves

Hero's Bow

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Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Min Charge	5.0	N/A	44	361	NaN	N/A
Full Charge	12.0	N/A	80	361	NaN	N/A

Link uses the Traveler's Bow to fire an arrow. This move can be charged by holding down the B button. Charging increases the arrows distance, speed, and damage output, with the arrow flying in almost a straight line when fully charged. This move can be used to pester at opponents from a long range, or snipe at offstage opponents to gimp recovery attempts. It also has niche setups with Remote Bomb, as the arrows are able to hit the bomb and give it momentum.

If an arrow hits a wall or floor, it sticks to it for a while before disappearing. This turns the arrow into an item that both Link and the opponent can pick up and throw. If link uses neutral special while holding an arrow, he will shoot two arrows, increasing the damage output of the shot.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Min Charge	10/25		71/110	N/A	N/A	3
Full Charge	10/25		71/110	N/A	N/A	3

Boomerang

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DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
8.0/6.0/3.0Clean/Late/Returning	N/A	45	70/65	NaN7/6/4/NaN7/6/4	N/A

Link throws a boomerang that fly's forward and returns to his current position. On the way forward, it launches opponents vertically with moderate base knockback. On the boomerangs return, it launches opponents slightly towards Link with weak knockback. Boomerang is a very versatile tool, as both launch angles can be used for combos and setups into links normals or aerials depending on the situation. The boomerang can be angled up or down, and if input like a smash attack, the boomerang is able to fly much further as well as increase its damage.

Using side special again while the boomerang is still out will cause link to do the animation, but he wont throw anything. Link needs to catch the boomerang first, or it needs to go off screen for it to be used again.

Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
80/60/50		40	N/A	N/A	3/2

Spin Attack

+ (Air OK)

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Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Clean	14.0/11.2Blade/Tip	7-8	76	45	-56 to -55/-59 to -58	N/A
Mid	12.0/9.6Blade/Tip	9-13	76	43	-56 to -52/-58 to -54	N/A
Late	9.0/7.2Blade/Tip	14-23	76	43	-53 to -44/-55 to -46	N/A
Latest	7.0/5.6Blade/Tip	24-39	76	361	-45 to -30/-46 to -31	N/A

Link's primary recovery tool and Out of Shield option. The grounded version is a powerful attack that can also be charged to increase its damage and knockback. The initial hit is the strongest, and overtime the move gets gradually weaker, however it can only hit opponents a single time. Grounded spin attack is also Link's fastest OoS option at frame 7, and even uncharged is a potent kill move. Be cautious, as while it is a fast move, it can be punished severely if it is baited with safe or spaced options.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun
Clean	60	88	N/A	N/A	13/10
Mid	52	88	N/A	N/A	11/9
Late	48	84	N/A	N/A	9/7
Latest	20	82	N/A	N/A	7/6

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
First Hit Front	4.0	8-9	92	367	-79 to -78	N/A
First Hit Back	2.0	12-13	92	145	-77 to -76	N/A
Second Hit Front	2.0	16-17	92	367	-73 to -72	N/A
Second Hit Back	2.0	19-20	92	145	-70 to -69	N/A
Third Hit Front	2.0	22-23	92	83	-67 to -66	N/A
Third Hit Back	2.0	26-27	92	150	-63 to -62	N/A
Fourth Hit Front	2.0	31-32	92	69	-58 to -57	N/A
Fourth Hit Back	2.0	38-39	92	160	-51 to -50	N/A
Last Hit	4.0	47-49	92	361	-40 to -38	N/A

The aerial version of Spin Attack that preforms a series of five inward slashes around Link. While an average recovery move, having decent vertical distance but weak horizontal distance, this move excels at edgeguarding and offstage KOs. Aerial spin attack is a potent kill move, able to KO near the ledge at high percents or even lower the closer link is to the blastzone. Additionally because of its big hitbox, it can be used to scoop opponents from behind Link, including opponents that are on stage possibly preforming a ledge trap. This move is also a decent ender for Link's combos whenever applicable.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun
First Hit Front	107 FKB	100	30	N/A	5
First Hit Back	95 FKB	100	30	N/A	3
Second Hit Front	107 FKB	100	30	N/A	3
Second Hit Back	95 FKB	100	30	N/A	3
Third Hit Front	71 FKB	100	30	N/A	3
Third Hit Back	95 FKB	100	30	N/A	3
Fourth Hit Front	62 FKB	100	30	N/A	3
Fourth Hit Back	95 FKB	100	30	N/A	3
Last Hit	30	200	30	N/A	5

Remote Bomb

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Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Thrown	1	N/A	39 Pull	361	NaN	N/A
Explosion	7	N/A	-	52	NaN	N/A

Link's most versatile move, and possibly the most versatile in the game. Link pulls out a remote bomb, which can be thrown as an item. After the bomb is thrown, it can be remotely detonated by pressing down special again. The bomb has a 30 second timer before it detonates automatically, and it cannot be remotely detonated while being held by anyone.

What makes remote bomb unique is while it has *any* kind of momentum, whether it is thrown, dropped, hit with a move, etc. it is considered an active hitbox. Due to its low knockback, link is able to use the bomb for unique pressure sequences and combos by using Z dropping in tandem with aerials to catch the bomb again. It can also be used for ledge trapping, as when thrown downward, the bomb bounces on the ground, being a lingering hitbox that can cover ledge options along with the threat of detonation. The detonation itself can be used to KO opponents offstage or create a trap for the opponent on stage.

The explosion from the bomb also hit Link, so it is important to be mindful on where the bomb is located to avoid blowing himself up. However, the explosion hurting him gives him the ability to preform Bomb Recoveries, using the explosion to launch himself back to the stage at the cost of taking some damage.

All in all, Remote Bomb is a move that has a lot of depth due to the many situations it can be adapted to. Smart and creative use of the bomb rewards Link with extremely strong sequences in pressure and combos, all while looking stylish.

Hit / Hitbox	Base KB	Fixed KB	KB Growth	Landing Lag	Autocancel Window	Shieldstun	Shieldlag	Bonus Shield Damage	Direct Hitbox	Clang ReboundThe type of interaction when a hitbox interacts with another hitbox Rebound interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, causing the rebound property if the hitbox doesn't deal over 9.0% damage than the opposing hitbox it is clanking with. Trample interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't cause the rebound property. Transcendent cannot interact with other hitboxes. No Stop interacts by clanking with other hitboxes, but doesn't stop being active. Unique to Mii Gunner's Grenade Launch.	Rehit	Hitlag Multiplier	SDI Multiplier
Thrown	10		100	N/A	N/A	2
Explosion	60		115	N/A	N/A	3

Grabs & Throws

Grab

Hit / HitboxWhich hit timing (such as early or late), or hitbox (such as sweetspot or sourspot) of this move that the data to the right is referring to.	DamageThe raw damage percent value(s) of the listed move that the game calculates damage and staling from.	Frames ActiveThe frames of this move where there are active hitboxes that can affect opponents.	Total FramesThe total number of animation frames for this move. Landing lag for applicable moves will be listed under "Additional Data".	AngleThe launch angle of this move. 0 degrees is directly away from the attacking character, and this value angles up counter-clockwise.	Shield SafetyThe difference between the attacker's endlag and the period that the opponent is in shieldstun. This frame advantage value is based off the assumption that the very first active frame connects with the opponent's shield.	ProtectionAny kind of body part intangibility, invulnerability, or armor that the move has.
Standing	N/A	6-7	34	N/A	N/A	N/A
Dash	N/A	9-10	42	N/A	N/A	N/A
Pivot	N/A	10-11	37	N/A	N/A	N/A
Pummel	1.3	1	6	361	-2	N/A

As Breath of the Wild's incarnation of Link has no hookshot in his game, he trades it for a regular grab. Link's grab is relatively fast, but has short reach.