Learn all about YOUNG LINK in Super Smash Bros Ultimate (SSBU) in this Fighter guide; including rating, unlock condition, Super Moves & Final Smashes, featured move tips and more!
SSBU Featured Article
YOUNG LINK - Rating & Overview
YOUNG LINK - Fighter Rating
| Rating |
|---|
| B |
YOUNG LINK - Debut & Appearances
| Debut in Smash Bros. | First Appearance |
|---|---|
| Super Smash Bros. Melee | Legend of Zelda |
Character Origin & Backstory
Young Link debuted in the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time released in 1998. He lived in the Kokiri Forest, until the Great Deku tree, guardian of the forest, informs him of danger approaching Hyrule.
Did You Know? Facts About the Fighter
To stop Ganondorf, the Great King of Evil, Young Link travels with his fairy companion Navi. He pulls out the Master Sword, and after a seven-year slumber, emerges as the Hero of Time.
YOUNG LINK - How to Unlock
3 Unlock Methods Available
There are in total, 3 ways of unlocking / adding new character to your roster in SSBU. By completing either one of these condition will unlock these Fighter to be used in Smash Mode and Classic Mode.
| Game Mode | Condition |
|---|---|
| World of Light | Sacred Realm Zone |
| Classic Mode | Unlocked by Clearing 6 Games with LINK |
| Smash Mode | No.8 to Unlock |
YOUNG LINK - Fighter Tips & Featured Move Sets
YOUNG LINK - Featured Video
Unique Down Taunt - The Lon Lon Milk!
Young link drinks the famous product of Lon Lon Ranch, Lon Lon Milk. Drinking it won't heal any damage, but it sure is delicious!
Easier to Chain Combos
Young Link's launch power is the weakest of the Links, but that makes it easier to perform combos. He's quicker in the air, can unleash moves faster, and is less vulnerable when landing.
YOUNG LINK - All Move Sets
Triforce Slash - Final Smash
| Triforce Slash |
|---|
| Young Link dashes forward to seal an opponent in the Triforce. He then strikes them repeatedly before launching them. The initial strike must hit in order for Young Link to begin his sealing combo. |
Super Move List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage | Super Move & Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Super (B) | 4.8% | [Fire Arrow] Fires an arrow. The longer the button is held, the stronger the shot. |
| Side Super (← or → + B) | 13.2% | [Boomerang] Throws a boomerang. He can even throw it diagonally. A flick of the stick can change the power and distance. |
| Up Super (↑ + B) | 15.6% | [Spin Attack] Spins with his blade outstretched. Can be charged if used on the ground, and it acts as a jump if used in midair. |
| Down Super (↓ + B) | 11.3% | [Bomb] Pulls out a throwable bomb that explodes on impact or when the fuse runs out. |
Smash Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
*Value in brackets shows damage results when fully charged.
| Control | Damage | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Side Smash | 7.2% (10.0%) | A sword swing to the direction Young Link is looking at. |
| Up Smash | 16.8% (23.5%) | Three very rapid swings upward and arcing over Young Link's head. |
| Down Smash | 15.7% (21.8%) | Two quick sword swings to the left & right. Young Link swings his sword first to the area he is facing. |
Normal Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack1 | 2.4% |
| Normal Attack2 | 1.8% |
| Normal Attack3 | 4.2% |
Tilt Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Side Tilt Attack | 14.4% |
| Up Tilt Attack | 9.6% |
| Down Tilt Attack | 12.0% |
| Dash Attack | 13.2% |
Jump Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Jump Attack | 12.0% |
| Jump Front Attack | 16.8% |
| Jump Back Attack | 6.0% |
| Jump Up Attack | 18.0% |
| Jump Down Attack | 21.6% |
Throw Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Grab Attack | 1.2% |
| Front Throw | 3.6% |
| Back Throw | 7.2% |
| Up Throw | 7.2% |
| Down Throw | 3.6% |
