Amiibo (Rune)

amiibo is a Rune ability in. The Rune enables compatible amiibo figures to be scanned into the game.

Location and Uses
Unlike other Runes, amiibo support is activated via the Options menu of the game and available shortly after obtaining the Sheikah Slate. The support can also be disabled at any time.

Ability
When activated, the amiibo Rune allows for all available amiibo figures to be scanned into the game. A cursor appears in front of Link which can be moved to aim where the amiibo's effects will generate. At certain locations, the amiibo Rune will be deactivated (e.g., in Shrines or during the Eventide island trial). A particular amiibo figure can only be scanned once a day (with the exception of Wolf Link which can be summoned indefinitely, as long as it has still hearts remaining).

Overview
Most amiibo will grant random items and materials. All The Legend of Zelda-related amiibo have a chance to drop special weapons or armor, some of which not otherwise available. Additionally, the Super Smash Bros. Link amiibo will summon Epona on its first scan (with a low chance on subsequent scans) while the Wolf Link amiibo will exclusively summon Wolf Link into the game.