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In ''Oracle of Seasons'', the Lynel is one of the few foes, including [[Octorok]]s and [[Moblin]]s, that may appear in a golden variety, considering certain conditions are met. Overall, the Lynel of the ''Oracle'' titles have the same general behavior with a slight change in physical appearance. | In ''Oracle of Seasons'', the Lynel is one of the few foes, including [[Octorok]]s and [[Moblin]]s, that may appear in a golden variety, considering certain conditions are met. Overall, the Lynel of the ''Oracle'' titles have the same general behavior with a slight change in physical appearance. | ||
In ''A Link Between Worlds'', Lynels attack differently: they release a flame thrower that projects a short distance, rather than a fireball, which flies long distances. There are two types of Lynel which appear in the game. The first appear on [[Death Mountain#A Link Between Worlds|Death Mountain]], and have white hair. The other variety has orange hair and a black body, and can only be found in [[Treacherous Tower]]. Their attacks are very damaging, so | In ''A Link Between Worlds'', Lynels attack differently: they release a flame thrower that projects a short distance, rather than a fireball, which flies long distances. There are two types of Lynel which appear in the game. The first appear on [[Death Mountain#A Link Between Worlds|Death Mountain]], and have white hair. The other variety has orange hair and a black body, and can only be found in [[Treacherous Tower]]. Their attacks are very damaging, so it's best to repeatedly attack them before they release the flame. | ||
For the Lynels' 3D debut in ''Breath of the Wild'', their lethality increases tenfold. They retain their fireball attack from previous games, but they also gain a sword and shield to fight with, and possess an entire repertoire of extremely powerful sword attacks. They also use a powerful bow with Lightning Arrows if Link gets too far away from them. They are also quick, nimble, and make good use of their shields, making them formidable opponents. | |||
==Varieties== | ==Varieties== | ||
In all of its appearances, the Lynel appears in different forms, and hence different colors. There are two varieties, with increasing power and strength. In ''The Legend of Zelda'', ''A Link to the Past'', ''Oracle of Seasons'' and ''Oracle of Ages'', the red Lynel will fire projectiles that inflict one heart of damage, while the blue Lynel inflicts double damage. In ''A Link Between Worlds'', the varieties are distinguished by the colour of their hair, and share the same characteristics. | In all of its appearances, the Lynel appears in different forms, and hence different colors. There are most often two varieties, with increasing power and strength. In ''The Legend of Zelda'', ''A Link to the Past'', ''Oracle of Seasons'' and ''Oracle of Ages'', the red Lynel will fire projectiles that inflict one heart of damage, while the blue Lynel inflicts double damage. In ''A Link Between Worlds'', the varieties are distinguished by the colour of their hair, and share the same characteristics. ''Breath of the Wild'' also introduces silver Lynels, which are even more formidable than their blue brethren. | ||
==Weaknesses== | ==Weaknesses== | ||
[[File:LynelOracleRed.png|left|50px|The red variety from the ''Oracle'' titles]] | [[File:LynelOracleRed.png|left|50px|The red variety from the ''Oracle'' titles]] | ||
[[File:LynelOracleBlue.png|right|50px|The blue incarnation from the ''Oracle'' titles]] | [[File:LynelOracleBlue.png|right|50px|The blue incarnation from the ''Oracle'' titles]] | ||
Just because the Lynel is one of the strongest enemies in the ''Zelda'' franchise does not mean it cannot be vanquished through conventional means. Link can defeat these enemies with his sword, although they can take a great number of hits before falling. However, in ''A Link to the Past'', Lynels are immune to every attack except the Sword (only using the [[Spin Attack]] with a level 2 sword), the [[Magic Hammer]] or a well aimed [[Silver Arrow]]. | Just because the Lynel is one of the strongest enemies in the ''Zelda'' franchise does not mean it cannot be vanquished through conventional means. Link can defeat these enemies with his sword, although they can take a great number of hits before falling. However, in ''A Link to the Past'', Lynels are immune to every attack except the Sword (only using the [[Spin Attack]] with a level 2 sword), the [[Magic Hammer]] or a well aimed [[Silver Arrow]]. In ''Breath of the Wild'', Urbosa's Wrath can be used to stun them just as easily as most other enemies, giving Link an opportunity to attack. Using a Perfect Dodge is also recommended, as the Lynels' speed makes them difficult to land many hits on normally. | ||
==Non-canon Appearances== | ==Non-canon Appearances== | ||
